A widespread economic boom can change the fortunes of even the most ordinary company.
At one time, Khatau Mills may have been the best name in sarees, voiles and fabrics but the group fell on hard times in the ’80s and ’90s. But a strong demand for industrial chemicals and India’s manufacturing competitiveness has transformed the fortunes of a Khatau group company, Indokem, which makes...

Travel Cards are great if you remember these four negative factors

Sunil Kumar of Jaipur went abroad last year to scout for business. This time, instead of the usual wad of foreign currency or travellers cheques, he decided to get himself a Travel Card, which is touted as safe, convenient and extremely cost effective.

Unfortunately, Kumar discovered that there was a big hidden cost...