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Vijay Mallya-led UB Group says it’s world’s second largest liquor maker now
Apr 7th
BANGALORE: Vijay Mallya-led UB Group said it has become the world’s second largest liquor maker after Diageo with sales of over 100 million cases in the last 12 months and is certain to be the number one by next fiscal.
In the process, group firm United Spirits has overtaken France’s Pernod Ricard, Mallya told reporters here, adding the company has set its eyes on the number one spot.
“We are now clearly the second largest spirits company in the world and we have outperformed our global competitors,” he said, adding the firm has done “extremely well despite the economic slowdown”.
United Spirits Ltd (USL) in the last 25 years sold over 740 million cases of spirits products making a total of 26 billion bottles of alcohol beverages of different pack sizes, he added.
“We are certain that our additional sales in the next financial year will take us to the number one position globally,” he said.
Mallya said it took USL 12 years to cross the first 100 million cases, another five years for the next 100 million cases and four years for the third 100 million cases.
It took three years for the company to cross the fourth, fifth and sixth million cases and “finally we achieved 100 million cases sales in just 12 months”.
“Our three years compounded annual growth rate is 15 per cent plus. If you take the two other large spirits companies in the world — Diageo and Pernord Ricard, they have achieved only single digits,” he said.
The company today announced that it has achieved a sale of over 100 million cases of nine litres each in last 12 months, thus replacing Pernod Ricard as the second largest spirits firm globally while its another firm engaged in beer manufacturing has also achieved a sale of 100 million cases in the financial year ended on March 31, 2010.
The retail sales value of the spirits portfolio sales of United Spirits for the 100 million cases sold is over Rs 36,000 crore, USL said.
Indians better than British students, even in English
Mar 29th
LONDON: It’s official. Indian students are better than their British counterparts in schools, even in subjects like English.
Government figures from the Department for Children, Schools and Families have revealed Indian and Chinese students get top grades than British children in every school subject at the secondary examination.
Thirtyone per cent of Indian students and 55 per cent of Chinese pupils who took General Certificate of School Education exams last year achieved an A, according to the new figures released.
Among white British pupils the figure was 16 per cent. For black African pupils it was 14 per cent, for Pakistani 13 per cent and black Caribbean 8 per cent, leading newspaper the ‘Daily Mail’ reported.
The figures also show that, as well as forging ahead in maths, Indian and Chinese pupils outperform white British pupils in English.
The Chinese pupils were most likely to get As, with 29 per cent getting the top mark in English, compared with 21 per cent of Indians, 15 per cent of white British, 11 per cent of black Africans and 9 per cent of Pakistanis.
Significant differences in achievement are also seen in geography, history, chemistry, biology, physics, French and religious education, the statistics have revealed.
Bristol University researchers suggested the attainment differences were down to contrasting attitudes to education between ethnic minority and white communities.
Dr Deborah Wilson pointed to high aspirations among immigrant communities, who “almost by definition” are “keen to get on in life”. “With qualifications linked to social progress, it makes sense to focus particular effort at that point,” she said.
[Original story published here]
Babies dumped at birth in Pretoria
Mar 16th
Three babies a week are found dead on Pretoria’s Onderstepoort rubbish dump by waste recyclers, who are confronted by the sight of the bones of many other infants, crushed by waste-compacting machines.
Police and non-government organisations report an alarming increase in the numbers of illegal, late-term abortions, concealments of birth, and even the murder of babies in poor areas around Pretoria North.
The police believe that the dead babies come from areas including the suburb of Wolmer, the informal settlement of De Klerk’s Oord, and the townships of Mabopane, Soshanguve, and Mamelodi.
Neville Manjiama, a member of a community project who sifts through the landfill site for recyclable material, which he sells, says the sight is horrific.
“The recyclers often find bits of broken bones. And we find at least two to three babies here a week,” he said.
When asked where the newborn babies are found, he points to black refuse bags that have been through rubbish crushers but have not been compacted into the landfill site. [Read Full Story]
Mukesh Ambani, Mittal among world’s richest
Mar 11th
WASHINGTON: Indians Mukesh Ambani and Lakshmi Mittal figured among world’s top ten billionaires as Mexican tycoon Carlo Slim Helu beat Americans Bill Gates and Warren Buffett to become the wealthiest person on earth.
Besides fourth ranked Reliance Industries chairman Ambani and fifth placed steel czar Mittal, four other Indians were among top 50 in 2010 Forbes list of the World’s Billionaires released Wednesday with as many 49 Indians joining company with the planet’s 1,011 richest people.
With his fortune swelling to an estimated $53.5 billion, up $18.5 billion in 12 months, Slim surged ahead of Microsoft cofounder Bill Gates, who had held the title of world’s richest 14 of the past 15 years, the US business magazine noted.
Gates, now worth $53 billion, is ranked second in the world. He is up $13 billion from a year ago as shares of Microsoft rose 50 percent in 12 months. Buffett’s fortune jumped $10 billion to $47 billion on rising shares of Berkshire Hathaway. He ranks third.
Eleven countries have at least double the number of billionaires they had a year ago, including China, India, Turkey and South Korea.
Fourth placed Mukesh Ambani with a fortune of $29 billion has global ambitions, Forbes said. So has his younger brother Anil Ambani ranked 36 with a $13.7 billion fortune.
Fifth ranked Lakshmi Mittal with a fortune of $28.7 billion is “looking to expand in his native India; wants to build steel mills in Jharkhad and Orissa but has not received government approval,” Forbes noted describing him as “London’s richest resident” who oversees ArcelorMittal, world’s largest steel maker
Azim Premji with a fortune of $17.0 billion was ranked 28. “Software czar chairs $5.5 billion (revenues) Wipro, country’s third-largest software exporter. Reported jump in net profits in last 2 quarters, signaling a rebound for US-dependent outsourcing giant.”
Shashi & Ravi Ruia brothers took the 40th spot with a fortune of $13.0 billion. Their “$15 billion (revenues) Essar Group has weathered downturn and embarked on an expansion drive in all its businesses, including steel, oil and power.”
Last among the Indians in top 50 was Savitri Jindal, ranked 44th, with a fortune of $12.2 billion. She took over as head of OP Jindal Group after her husband died in a helicopter crash in 2005.
Among other Indians on the billionaires list were Kushal Pal Singh (74), Kumar Birla (86), Sunil Mittal (87), Anil Agarwal (113), Adi Godrej & family (148), Shiv Nadar (201), N.R. Narayana Murthy & family (616), Rahul Bajaj (880) and Vijay Mallya (937).
Original article – Times Of India
.NET MEGA Walkin interviews and on spot offers at Birlasoft Noida
Mar 4th
Headquartered at Noida, India, Birlasoft has 4,000+ employees across US, UK, Germany, Netherlands, Czech Republic, Malaysia, Australia, Singapore and India. The Noida centers of the company have been recently assessed at PCMM Level 3 for its HR practices.
If your profile is matching to the skills mentioned below, kindly come for an in person discussion with Birlasoft on Saturday 6th March 2010 at the following venue:
Birlasoft India Ltd.
H 9, Sector 63
Noida. (India)
Assessment timings is between 9.30 AM (IST) till 5.30 PM (IST), do carry a copy of your resume, also drop a confirmation mail regarding the same.
.Net Job Description:
- 2-8 years of experience
- Experience in .net 2.0 and 3.5 (C#, ASP.net, VB.Net) . Minimum resource should have experience in .net 2.0
- Experience in WCF, WPF, XML, JavaScript, WebServices
- Database: SQL Server or Oracle
- Good Communication Skills
Desirables:
- Exposure to Silverlight or Cloud Computing a big plus
- Sharepoint
- Biztalk server
Would request you to send your detailed profile at abhinav.prakash@birlasoft.com along with the following details:
- Total IT Experience
- Current Company
- Current Salary
- Expected Salary
- Joining Time
- Contact Number
How to pass InitParameters to Silverlight in HTML object control
Mar 3rd
There are three different ways in which we can pass parameters to Silverlight from the HTML side:
1. Pass parameters using the HTML object control.
This may be the case using pure HTML page to call silverlight control in it or may be the simple ASp.Net page as usual.
<object width=”100%” height=”100%”>
<param name=”source” value=”ClientBin/SomethingFunny.xap” />
<!– you can pass InitParameters to it. Pass anything like EndPointURI, EndPointName or Even StartPage –>
<param name=”InitParameters” value=”startPage=UnRegisteredLandingPage, EndPointURI=http://www.sehajpal.com/testservice.svc” />
</object>
2. Using ASP.Net page to call silverlight control in it, we can easily pass parameters to it in anyway. One of the old tricks is to have an asp-literal control on the HTML side i.e. MarkUp side, and set its text to the desired HTML output fom code behind.
In the markup:
<asp:Literal ID=”litParam” runat=”server” />In the code behind:
this.litParam.Text = String.Format(“<param name=\”ParamInitParameters\” value=\”{0}\” />”, sInitParms);
3. Using asp-silverlight control to host Silverlight application in an ASP.net website as usual. This is pretty neat approach in terms of playing around with parameters and properties of control hosting the Silverlight app.
In the markup:
<asp:Silverlight ID=”SLControl” runat=”server” Width=”100%” Height=”100%” />
In the code behind:
SLControl.InitParameters = “EndPointURI=” + endPointURI + “,EndPointName=commonservice, UserCredentials=” + CredentialString;
Hope it works for you in different scenarios.
Thanks Sachin!
Feb 24th
You being the God of Indian Cricket made us proud once again hitting a voluptous 200. Just grant one world cup to us. That’s it.
Dot net openings at Microsoft, Hyderabad.
Feb 24th
Job Description/Responsibilities:
This position is responsible for developing several units of functionality usually making up part of an application. Examples include designing and implementing process workflow, simple schemas, read only access etc. “Simple” is defined as a limited number of requirements, isolated or a limited number of interfaces, low transaction volume, and/or deployment in a single region. The position may include working on multiple development projects simultaneously ensuring that they are being developed in line with all internal standards and best practices. SQL and .Net experience as well as structured software development methodologies is required.
As IT Software Development Engineer, this person will be responsible for:
- Code and test applications in accordance to design specifications and standards.
- Code and test SQL Server database applications that support the requirements defined by users and analysts.
- Design as per architectural directions simple to medium complexity modules/features
- Responsible for developing major subsystems on high risk business systems under deadline pressure
- Responsible for successful completion of development aspects of projects in conformance to project goals and requirements
- Deliver assignments according to a schedule
- Analyze applications and make necessary changes to optimize performance
- Analyze and troubleshoot existing processes and optimize code in order to improve performance whenever possible
- Develop and enforce coding practices designed to promote code reusability; assist in defining and updating the team standards to improve the development process and quality of deliverables
- Participate in design reviews and code reviews
- Assist Test and Production Support teams with installation of the application
- Design and code database applications that perform efficiently, are operationally stable, and meet the business requirements.
- Accurately estimates work/time required to complete tasks within their skill set
- Assist with the creation of project plans.
- Communicates and defends design, requirements, feature set, functionality and limitations of subsystem to team members and development lead.
- Fosters proactive and cooperative relationships within the project team
- Participates in project team activities and contributes to documentation requirements consistent with methodology.
- When necessary, participates in the creation of new guidelines and procedures.
- Act in lead role (if required), and oversees the design and development for smaller, lower risk business systems
- Exercises independent judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
- Ensures that team’s code meets specifications and is easily maintainable.
- Participates in project team activities and contributes to documentation requirements consistent with methodology
- Prepares presentations and status reports.
- Fosters proactive and cooperative relationships exist within the project team
- Proficient with and guides others in using development tools.
- May make recommendations on staffing and hiring decisions.
Requirements/Qualifications and Previous Work and Related Experience (including educational requirements):
- Excellent English communications skills, both written and oral. Must be able to effectively communicate technical and business problems in a non technical manner to multiple groups (customer groups, project team, IT support groups)
- Understands networking
- Strong understanding of how to design applications for optimal network performance
- Proficiency in multiple program languages, especially c# and vb.net, ASP/ASP.Net, n-tier development environment and HTML scripting languages (Javascript.Jscript,VbScript) or similar application structures
- A solid working knowledge of SQL Server, Windows NT, and development practices for working with a team of developers.
- Experience working with relational database management systems and client-server technologies
- Strong leadership skills
- Sound problem resolution, judgment, negotiating and decision making skills required.
- Strong analytical and organizational skills.
- Able to participate in a team environment, communicate effectively and promote cooperative relationships.
- Ability to work under pressure and be able to work to tight deadlines.
- Must have a strong understanding of software architectures and MS products.
- Demonstrated experience with a Software Development Life Cycle Methodology and information systems development. Experience with agile development methodologies and PSP/TSP would be an advantage.
- Strong knowledge and ability to apply latest technology, standards, capabilities and limitations of technology.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relational database and client-server technologies.
- Promotes cooperative relationships
- Ability to work with multiple people, resources and partners, remotely if necessary
- BS/BA in computer science or related field
- Minimum of five to eight years of related developer experience – or – An equivalent combination of training and related work experience
Please send your updated resume in word format and give below details
Current CTC:
Expected CTC:
Notice period:
Send these details to balraj@techpointsolutions.com
Java professional required in chennai
Feb 24th
Urgent opening with one of esteemed CMMI level Client for the position of SSE/ Lead
Position: SSE/Lead with 5 to 7 Years of Exp
Work Location: Chennai (India)
Required Skills:
· Relevant 3.5 Yrs hands on experience in Java and j2ee.
· Must have Hands on experience in web services.
· Need Candidates who can join with in 10 Days is preferable but not mandatory.
If Ur profile matches the above requirement plz send Ur CV to j.priya@aequor.com with the details of
Tot Exp:
Rev Experience in web services:
Current CTC:
Expected CTC:
Notice Period:
Current Location:
Willing to relocate to Chennai (Yes/No):
Current Employment (Contract/Permanent):
Can u able to take up F2F interview on 27th Feb Saturday (Yes/No):
Can u join in 10 Days (Yes/No):
