Moily's half-truth on barring tainted leaders

Union Law Minister Veerappa Moily recently said that chargesheeted candidates may be barred from polls. But those who attended consultations on electoral reforms say the government lacks the......

Should yoga therapy go the Western way?

The West uses asanas as a therapy for physical wellness, but Indians look at yoga as one of the nine Darsanas or schools of philosophy.Why must Indians adjust their time-tested system because of......

Excess in Vegas

Anyone remotely familiar with Las Vegas knows that it is all about numbers. It is known as the 'sin capital' of the world, panders to every vice known to man, and yes, to woman too, but gambling is......

'Corruption costs businesses more than sticking to the rules'

Helen Brand, the CEO of UK's Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, offers a CA's view on money laundering and how India's implementation of Ind-AS will make it more attractive to......

Hidden tax tips for entrepreneurs

Are you missing tax deductions you're entitled to? Small business owners, self-employed workers, and independent contractors can write off many legitimate business expenses immediately, reducing......

Sales tax lawyers can't audit accounts

In a decision that will affect the lawyers specialising in sales tax laws as well as former sales tax officers' who work as sales tax practitioners, Bombay High Court has held only Chartered......

London Chamber to set up 250 learning centres

The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which provides vocational and business-related qualifications under its LCCI International qualifications,plans to establish a wider footprint in the......

'CWG money could have been utilised better'

Advocate and sports enthusiast Rahul Mehra grabbed headlines when he locked horns with the Board of Control for Cricket in Indiain 2000 by filing a Public Interest Litigation against the body,......