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Unemployment rate hinges on more than job gains
For most people, the 8.3 percent unemployment rate is the most visible sign of the economy's health. The rate's every movement is closely watched, especially in an election year.But when the rate declines, it's not always because many more people were hired. The unemployment rate can rise or fall even when no jobs are created or lost.Last month, the rate fell because jobs were added. But that hasn't

T S Vishwanath: Doha round - talking in circles

At the recent Davos summit of the World Economic Forum (WEF), Pascal Lamy – director general of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) – blamed the absence of political will and the focus

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Anti-dumping rules get some reform

The finance ministry has amended the Anti-dumping Rules to discourage those who try to get around them. Provisions have also been made to determine and refund amounts collected in excess of the

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After 70 years, right-to-work impact still unclear

Indiana is expected to pass a right-to-work law soon but experts are still arguing over what the measure means for a state's economy. Since the 1940s, 22 states have passed laws barring unions

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Taxes aren't always worth saving
Tax saving is considered to be one of most important aspects of financial planning. With the financial year-end fast approaching, most investors would rush to fulfil their commitments so as to save as

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Customs' challenges

The Customs will participate in the Republic Day Parade with a tableau titled Indian Customs - The Guardian of Our Economic Frontiers. The tableau will move along with a new signature tune, Pragti

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