It is said that prevention is better than cure. The compliance to this old adage can be seen in recent decision taken by the Brihanmumbai Electric Transport Undertaking (BEST) to have Bullet Proof window glasses for its newly introduced King Long buses. The order has been given to a local private firm, Top Way Multi Trade, to ensure the passenger safety. The glasses would be bullet, fire, and blast proof. The decision of the BEST was in wake of 26/11 terror attacks and the disturbances of similar nature. A bullet proof window glasses does take into account the element of surprise and has potential to save lives too.

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The Obama Government recently took many measures to retain the Jobs of US workers which included the restrictions on companies that received bailout money and tax incentives given to non-users of the visas.  While Indian fraternity termed it as against the spirit of free trade, many sections of US government were adamant in making it harder. H-1B is a non-immigrant visa in the United States that allows US employers to temporarily employ foreign workers for specialty occupations. If the worker quits or gets dismissed he has the option to change job and stay in US, change the status of visa, or return back. The duration of this visa is three years and can be extended based on special factors.

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Google has retained its top position by increasing the market share in July 2009 to 67%. Google sites market share was 60% in July 2008. The results was reveled in a report released by Comscore titled – Global Search Market Draws More than 100 Billion Searches per Month

Google has always remained committed to provide value to its users. From the core of its product i.e. Search Engine the company has expanded into many related territories. It is more of a Global media house whose main revenue is from the advertising.

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From Election manifesto to recent political gimmick, Black money hoarded in Swiss banks has become one of the most interesting topics. Indian will begin their first round of talks with Swiss Authorities in December this year even through there is no guarantee on any front about the next steps related to prosecution or punishment. It is estimated that about $1500 billion is stashed away in Swiss banks. This is highest amount and a figure which is even bigger than all the other countries combined together.

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“The Indian Grand Prix for 2011 is on Track” – Mr. Mallya was more than willing to clear the doubt which stemmed after Sport Ministry refused to acknowledge it as a sport.  The remarks were made in Belgian Grand Prix where Giancarlo Fisichella finished second to win Force India’s first Formula one points. This certainly the moment of celebration where team owned by an Indian has made its mark at the international arena. This definitely would prove beneficial for upcoming Indian Grand Prix in 2011.

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