According to the findings of a total tax contribution (TTC) survey, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry(FICCI) has demanded reduction in the corporate tax rate. The TTC Survey 2008 has provided a comprehensive picture of the taxes borne and collected by 41 participating companies, out of the 100 companies constituting the...
Monthly Archives: March 2009
Verizon confirms plans to sell Netbooks
Verizon Wireless has confirmed reports that it is ready to enter the Netbook market. Spokeswoman Brenda Raney has quoted that the plan is for the company to start selling 3G-enabled Netbooks by the end of the second quarter, or by June. Unfortunately, Raney could offer little else in the way of details regarding pricing...
TB enzyme decoded to develop new drugs
Scientists have decoded the unique structure and mechanism of a tuberculosis enzyme, paving way for development of new drugs to combat active and latent tuberculosis infections. Barbara Gerratana, assistant chemistry and biochemistry professor in Maryland University College of Chemical and Life Sciences, led the research team, which included her graduate student Melissa Resto and...
