Thinking About America? India sends more of its students, employees, spouses, and brains abroad than most other countries in the world. Many of them go to America; and when they arrive, they are in for the culture shock of their lives. From having to immediately modify their name (Annapoorna becomes Anna) to knowing how to field curious Americans’ questions ("Do you speak Indian?"), it can be an overwhelming transition. In Ketchup & Curry: Your Guide to Life and Success in America, Vivek Sreedhar helps bridge the gap between Indian and American culture in a humorous and informative manner through the eye popping adventures of Subramaniam Venkataraman Parthasarathy (Subbu) in America. Starting his American life being called a FOB (fresh off the boat), and having his name butchered, Subbu is thrown into the dollar-to-rupee conversion and Bollywood to Hollywood drama. From then on begins the long and emotional journey of Subbu's transformation as he goes from Slumdog to Swag and learns the ABCDs of being an IBCD (Indian Born Confused Desi). He even starts dating for real (not shaadi.com). When Subbu returns to India, the culture shock comes back to haunt him, keeping his heart torn between his American girlfriend, Angela, and his childhood friend Sulokshana. He struggles to find where his heart really lies: within the bustling streets of Detroit or the humid, homely galis of southern India. What does he do...choose Angela or Sulokshana...America or India? "A hilarious guide to life and success in America. Must read for anyone aspiring to go abroad!" - Vikram Krishnan, Partner at Oliver Wyman "Finally! A book that screams the story of every Indian who came to America to live the American Dream!"- Vijayata Sanghvi, Statistical Analyst at PRA International "Very informative and funny, this book is a great read for Indians moving to the States." - Dr. Anupama Shekar, Ph.D., University of Wisconsin-Madison "This book should appeal to both first time travelers looking for perspectives on life in America as well as fully integrated immigrants who will look back at their life and smile at how far they have come."- Shavin Shahnawaz, Manager at Deloitte Consulting.
Personal finance made easy for you! Personal finance is a subject that touches every aspect of our lives, yet it is one that many of us struggle to understand and manage effectively. It is a complex and ever-evolving field that requires constant attention and adaptation. The principles of personal finance are not just about managing money but about creating a better future for yourself and your loved ones. Exploring 100 personal finance principles that will help you make the most of your money, this book brings to light the key principles of personal finance using, what the authors call, the ACTION framework: Assess, Create a plan, Track progress, Invest, Optimize and Navigate.
A quirky look at India using popular economics Why does the stock exchange dip during a lunar eclipse? Why don’t cars with safety features lead to fewer injuries? Why did Nehru ignore the Chinese threat in the lead-up to the 1962 war? Why is it that a stranger might risk his life to save yours on one day, and a street full of passers-by might casually watch you bleed to death on another? Why did pollsters wrongly predict a BJP victory in 2004, and what was the real reason for their defeat? And why is India’s Independence Day not, in fact, on the day on which it’s celebrated? In pithy, sparkling, bite-sized chapters, economists Vivek Dehejia and Rupa Subramanya tackle these seeming mysteries and unearth the real reasons why ‘we are like this only’. The answers are entertaining and surprising at every turn, and reveal a picture of modern India as never seen before.
The book has been written for 'Business Laws' Paper of the B. Com. (Hons.), Semester-I, Examination of the University of Delhi in accordance with its semester based syllabus. Its contents have been largely extracted from the author's reputed title Business Law which has gained tremendous readership over the years. This book presents the subject matter tailor-made as per the revised course structure of the Paper, to enable the students to possess a textbook that caters to their needs in full. The book has been organized into four parts, namely, Law of Contract, Law of Sale of Goods, Law of Limited Liability Partnership, and Law of Information Technology. KEY FEATURES • Quotes Indian and English cases at appropriate places with a view to ensure necessary authenticity and clarity on the subject. • Includes text questions and practical problems with hints and solutions in each chapter to enable students to evaluate their understanding of the subject • Explains complicated provisions in easily comprehensible language with the help of illustrations and analogies
The book ';Business Law' deals with the fundamental branches of business law, namely, law of contract, law of sale of goods, law of partnership, law of negotiable instruments and law of limited liability partnership. Its contents have been extracted from the authors' reputed title ';Mercantile Law' that has gained tremendous readership over the years.
This book has been written for Business Laws paper of the B.Com. (Hons.) and B.Com. programs of University of Delhi in accordance with their new syllabi as per Undergraduate Curriculum Framework (UGCF) 2022 based on National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Its contents have been largely extracted from the author's reputed title Business Law which has gained tremendous readership over the years. This book presents the subject matter tailormade as per the revised course structure of the paper, to enable the students to possess a textbook that caters to their needs in full. The book has been organized into three parts, namely, Law of Contract, Law of Sale of Goods and Law of Limited Liability Partnership.
This work deals with hybrid value creation, i.e., the process of generating additional value by innovatively combining products (tangible component) and services (intangible component). Vivek K. Velamuri provides a systematic assessment of the state-of-the-art of the field and identifies empirically derived strategies for hybrid value creation. In addition, it helps practitioners to come to grips with understanding the dynamics of hybrid value creation, irrespective of the industry they are in. At the same time directions for future research are identified and provided.
This book is about 3 young men and their ordinary existence. The three are as different as beer and whiskey but by some divine intervention come together and stick it out against all odds. Their only agenda is to have fun and fill their infamous black diary. Purab - Being gifted with exceptional quantitative skills, he’s so caught up in dealing with life in a logical and analytical manner that when true love comes knocking on his door, he’s too busy doing the math. Prakash - Blatantly possessive about his friend, he withdraws into his cave and behaves in an eccentric manner every time women enter their household. Sidharth – An atheist as far as love is concerned, he believes everything is fair in his quest for lust. He does experience a genuine bond with Mini Chaturvedi but soon realizes that some men are destined to be predators.
Mercantile Law explains the fundamental principles of the basic laws governing the modern business world. It presents a comprehensive, systematic and coherent study of the laws relating to Contracts, Sale of Goods, Partnership, Negotiable Instruments, Information Technology, Consumer Protection, Insurance, Insolvency, and Arbitration and Conciliation. It discusses the statutory provisions and the intricacies of law and explains the logic behind them. A large number of decided cases and illustrations given in the text explain the practical implications of the law. Practical problems with hints and solutions have been given at the end of each chapter for the student’s self-assessment. The book remains the leading text for students preparing for BCom, MCom, CA, ICMA, MBA, Company Secretaries, IAS, banking and judicial services examinations. It also serves as a handy and compact volume for those engaged in business, young managers and all others interested in the study of business law.
- Lulu has brought alive many dilemmas and questions that have resided in my mind from time to time! Wit and wisdom in a pithy form is a rarity. That's exactly what Lulu delivered every time before flying away. - Kavi Arasu, Facilitator and Talent & Organizational Change specialist - They are called "nut- crackers", but Lulu himself is a hard nut to crack! All- seeing, omniscient, with a wise and witty opinion on all that he sees, Lulu is tough competition to even the wisest owl. It is pleasure to flit through his world of contemporary happenings. - Ms. Anjali Kanitkar, Founder Trustee Aroehan, Former Director Social Audit, Govt of Maharashtra - The alter-ego is a fascinating phenomenon. Vivek Patwardhan has a muse in Lulu. To animate the character of a parrot with wit, wisdom and learning makes for a conversationalist. One with the most pertinent curiosity in the moment. The weave of justice, tragedy and paradox of everyday living in India is this collection's high point. Reminds us of George Menezes' 'Your middle is showing' columns from the pre-internet era. – Dr Joseph George, Leadership & OD Facilitator - The art of storytelling, with spice, punch and the persona of Lulu is what hooks all of us to the Vivek’s blogs. The reader enjoys the dialogues that fly back and forth between Author’s insights and Lulu's sharp repartee. - Sujata Deshmukh, CEO, Tutul Consulting
This book deals with the fundamental branches of business law, namely, law of contract, law of sale of goods, law of partnership, law of negotiable instruments and law of information technology. Its contents have been extracted from the authors' reputed title Mercantile Law that has gained tremendous readership over the years. Business Law is intended to serve as a textbook for the students of BCom, BCom (Hons), CA Common Proficiency Test (CPT), CA Integrated Professional Competence Course (IPCC), CS Foundation Programme, ICMA Intermediate, BBA, MBA, and also for those appearing for banking and competitive examinations.
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