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Sunday, May 04, 2008

From Pillars to Post

Indian PC industry is at a crossroads and the key lies in maintaining a balance between style and affordability
Just over half a decade ago, Indian PC industry was in doldrums. Stagnating sales, signs of negative growth and a seemingly unending quest for growth drivers ruled the industry. Back then, home-grown PC brands like HCL were struggling to surviveas MNC behemoths like HP, Compaq and IBM dominated the industry. Even when a series of negative quarters rocked the industry, these giants exhibited tremendous growth rates (to the tune of 44% in 2000-01), along with boasting aw hopping combined market share (comprising nearly 50% of the total market). Then began the advent of IT into banking, financial services, insurance, etal, and so began the resurgence of IT and telecom sectors. Also government aided projects provided a major boost to the commercial segment of the computing industry. Meanwhile, there was another revolution taking place side by side – the rise and rise of the great Indian middle class. All these factors clubbed together to give rise to an age when the computer would become very very ‘personal’. And the rest, as they say is history.

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Sunday, April 27, 2008

Climate refugees’ on the rise

Some bad news in store – as the scourge of global warming continues to raise its ugly head. Leading aid agency Christian Aid, in a report titled, ‘Human tide: The real migration crisis’, says that by 2050, there will be least one billion refugees as people will be forced to leave their homes, beset by water shortages and crop failures. “We estimate that, unless strong preventative action is taken, between now and 2050, climate change will push the number of displaced people globally to at least one billion,” the report stated. Forced migration is now the most urgent threat facing poor people in the developing world as greenhouse gas emissions (mainly from burning fossil fuels) will be causing floods and famines and putting people’s lives at a grave risk. The report further said that the developed world had the dubious distinction of contributing the most to the damage of climate change and pollution. Many of these ‘climate refugees’ may be able to cross national borders; but a great many would not be able to leave their own countries – and would remain largely invisible and unnoticed. “These internally displaced persons, or IDPs, have no rights under international law and no official voice… Their living conditions are likely to be desperate and in many cases their lives will be in danger,” the report revealed. Average temperatures are going to rise by anything between 1.8 and 3 degree Celsius in this century itself.

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Monday, March 31, 2008

BRAND: Hindustantimes.com

HEADLINE: Experience...
BASELINE : Experience news, like never before
AGENCY : Lowe
4Ps TAKE : The visual is a rocker with Saddam’s dummy being hung and the US-Iraq war (animated of course) popping up on a computer clearly communicating that with Hindustan Times’ online edition – hindustantimes.com – news unravels live in front of internet users. The power idea is to promote the Hindustan Times’ portal. The USPs of the product? Many actually: the world-class design, latest technology, clutter-free layout and easy navigation, all of which promise nothing but the best news presentation. The clinching benefit is, of course, the power of the mother brand: Hindustan Times, which stands for the best in the area of news reporting. So, are you ready to experience news like never before? Then just log on to http://www.hindustantime.com/!

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Tuesday, March 25, 2008

Anti-xenophobic pill!

Indian pharmas are now truly going global
Ask a medical practitioner what makes him a proud Indian. Ask patients around the world why they trust Indian medicines... Ask any question to test the fundamentals of Indian drug industry and you’d suddenly find yourself amongst pharma giants, gloriously inviting the world to welcome Indian drugs! And true it is. With exports alone earning a breath-taking Rs.246 billion during 2006-07 for the pharma industry (accounting for a scintillating 30% of total revenues), the importance of exports can’t be overlooked. Also, while the sector is upbeat about its double-digit 17.5% growth in retail sales during FY2006-07 (to touch Rs.279 billion), exports reported a brisker growth of 22.2% (Draft National Pharmaceutical Policy 2006)? Surely, much attention of late has been diverted to this growth engine and with a walloping 30% growth expected this fiscal, you can only imagine the rising weight of overseas markets, well-put by Anindya Acharya, Dty. Director of CII’s Pharma Division as, “The Indian domestic market is showing single digit growth. Hence, many Indian companies have been looking at foreign markets to generate revenues.” A marked rise in M&As & licensing deal-count have proved that the Indian pharma army can fire on foreign lands as well, and well! And with appreciation in exports, India Inc. has proved its drug-selling capacity on foreign lands as well. So give it to them, what say?!

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Monday, March 17, 2008

Kolkata airport to get facelift

The Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata is finally going to get its long-due makeover beginning January next year. Coming up will be large-scale modernising, expanding and renovating. The work should be over in about 30 months, it has been announced by Ministry of Civil Aviation. The expansion of the airport will be a Rs.1,500-crore plan, funded by Airports Authority of India. Among other things, travelers can look forward to an integrated terminal to handle nearly 16 million domestic and 4 million international passengers; the extension of the two existing runways (talk of a third runway is doing the rounds – but this is subject to land being sanctioned by the state government); and an additional hangar. It seems we are there!

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Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Farther East

When the global automotive industry is concerned, China is GM’s most critical market, growing at a phenomenal 25% per annum. Close to 2.2- 2.5 million cars are sold in China every year, and by all industry standards, a controlling stake in this expanding market place is crucial in the new auto-wars. Ironically, despite a humiliating whipping by Toyota (in April), GM seems undeterred in China, which has also got a lot to do with its first-mover advantage in Dragon land. With a 12% market share, the Detroit major holds the top spot in China. GM sales hover close to 700,000 units, which are enough to propel it ahead of archrivals Volkswagen, Honda, Hyundai and fast catching up Toyota. Indeed, GM’s stellar performance in China is largely responsible for its strong position in Asia.

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Sunday, June 03, 2007

It’s a double!

Essar must be wary of downturn
Ratan Tata, K. M. Birla & Shashi Ruia share one dream in common–the elusive thought of taking their old-economy metal businesses to global highs. In line with his vision, Ruia-owned Essar Steel has just scored a double ! First, it acquired Canadian steel-maker Algoma Steel for $1.5 billion on April 16, 2007. Then it followed up with US’s Minnesota Steel. Shashi Ruia, Chairman, Essar Group, asserts, “Algoma is an excellent addition to our existing steel business... And our investment in Minnesota Steel is exciting as it gives us a cornerstone in North America.” Algoma & Minnesota would boost Essar’s 4.6 million tonne annual production capacity by a significant 2.4 & 2.5 million tonnes respectively (coupled with Minnesota’s reserves of 1.4 billion tonnes of ore). Iron ore is fast becoming a much sought after commodity.

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Thursday, April 26, 2007

EMIRATE EXTRAORDINAIRE...

An impressive example of amalgamation between the ethnic and the contemporary, Dubai is the chosen destination for the young and old alike. Perhaps the only jewel of its kind in the heart of the Middle East, you’ll be surprised by the abundance of activities this desert landscape has to offer... Be it the cultural richness or the swanky locales, Dubai is a dazzling mixture of all that you can imagine. And if you think summer is not the right time for you to visit, wait till you see the Wild Wadi Water Park or experience the most unbelievable summer surprises and the upcoming summer shopping festivals! Visit Dubai once, and we bet you wouldn’t trade the world for it!

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Sunday, April 01, 2007

Herbeau’s Throne Toilet --- 538,079 INR

Now after all those chocolates and cheese and wine, only a Throne will befit your posterior. This toilet seat comes with stunning accessories like a sconce candleholder (so you would be never left groping in the dark... ahem!), a music box to help the body relax, a tea cup holder (for the beverage serving the cause), an ashtray & a vintage-style pull chain for the flush. Spare a thought for the considerate inventor...

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