IBF panel to evolve uniform TV ratings system
With TRPs becoming a `lifeline' in the post Kaun Banega Crorepati, the rules of the game are finally being drawn.

Aptech recasts software operations, aims for Rs 500 crore by 2002
In a major restructuring exercise designed to bring focus to its software operations, Aptech Ltd has divided its software business into six divisions.

Govt to seek 50% bid amount in advance from cellular players
The government is understood to have decided to ask prospective licence seekers to be the fourth cellular player in a circle to cough up up to 50% of bid amount to ensure that non-serious bidders were checked.

Restore sales tax benefits, urge telecom equipment suppliers
The corporatisation woes of the DTS have hit its suppliers as well. With the BSNL losing its status as a government department it can no longer offer its domestic suppliers concessional CST benefits.

Yahoo to charge listing fees for auctions from Jan 10
With "make money" the new Web mantra, industry analysts say companies will soon start charging for services they once offered for free.

IT ministry winds up five divisions as part of major revamp
The ministry for IT has closed down five divisions including computer software development division and special IT projects division as part of a major restructuring exercise.


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