Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Eleven of the top 15 Best information technology(IT) companies

Eleven of the top 15 Best Companies to Work for in India are information technology companies, according to a joint study conducted by Mercer and Business Today.

Global software giant Microsoft pipped domestic IT giant Infosys, which slipped the ranks, to emerge as the best company to work for in India. Two companies -- domestic IT major Satyam and global banking giant HSBC -- have moved out of the list this year.

Although high levels of remuneration and open communication were cited as key drivers of engagement by surveyed employees, interesting work, 'challenging' targets and growth and development opportunities emerged as the key differentiators between the best employers and other participating companies.

The best employers in India have invested in world-class HR processes and policies and seem to have a clear understanding of employee aspirations. Leadership development, internal transfers, global opportunities, mentoring, two-way communication and reward systems has emerged as a common thread in the top 15 companies.
Read more from: http://infotech.indiatimes.com/quickiearticleshow/msid-2538158.cms

Monday, November 5, 2007

1st ODI, India vs Pakistan cricket match(2007) in Guwahati on Monday

Salman Butt provided the early momentum, after being included ahead of Imran Nazir, to bolster Pakistan's shaky opening partnership.

He was on song as he stroked his way to 50 off 57 deliveries, including eight boundaries, before he was run-out by Yuvraj Singh.

More from: http://specials.rediff.com