New Delhi :The revised draft for the Direct Tax Code released on June 15, is currently a hot topic of discussion among people. The code is an attempt by the government to simplify the existing income tax laws in the country. Assuming there are no further roadblocks, the government expects to implement DTC on April 1, 2011, after it is passed by the Parliament.Here is a list of some of the noteworthy changes proposed in the draft code that will...more
Have you ever wondered the possibilities of creating a new you? Starting from the inside is it possible to create all new cells, organs, skin, etc.? If we had this ability would we still deal with ailments that we may currently have? What if we had the knowledge and power to understand what factors are predictive of our life expectancy? Let us look and see what science has been able to determine on this subject. Our cells reproduce...more
There appear to be an ever increasing number of factors to budget for when starting a brand-new business and a commercial office space may or may not be on your primary list of outgoings.Determined by the size of your business and also the available capital, the possible office space options may include: a serviced office, a virtual office or a home office. You will not want to tackle unnecessary spending by committing to a commercial space when it could be perfectly viable for you to run your business from home. On the flip side, a home office may prove detrimental to the development of your business in its infancy and therefore be counter-productive.Listed below are ten very simple questions to ask yourself before making this really important decision:1. Are you going to be working by yourself or will you be hiring staff? If as an example you will likely be hiring staff and they'll continually be out meeting clients and not based in the office, a home office remains an option.2. Are you going to be needing a meeting room on a frequent basis? If this is indeed the case, a commercial space may be a much better option.3. Is the image of a smart office address a...more
The increasing energy demands have led to the extensive use of energy resources, which is continuously depleting. In case this trend continues, there will not be much of energy resource left for us in future. Understanding the importance of energy conservation, people are taking several initiatives towards saving energy. Among the various measures...more
Since president Obama has taken over the presidential office; he has been making moves to aid the consumers and those people who are facing difficulties due to huge amount of liability burden. To lower the burden Obama credit card debt relief programs have been formulated which has aided not only the public; it has even aided the...more
Getting a new fence can be a major decision. You need to have a clear idea of what you want, and the value of the new fencing as an asset to your property. Whether you're looking for a basic suburban fence or a design feature, you need to do your homework.The issues in choosing a fence can be complex:Dogs- Do you have large dogs that need to be kept in or cared for while the fence is being erected?Boundary fences- You need to comply with your state's fencing legislation which sets out the steps you need to take.Council issues- Are there any trees covered by any council rules or need to be protected? Do you have a fence which needs to comply with pool safety fencing laws?Termites and bush fires- In known white ant or bush fire prone areas you need to choose a fence that is termite proof and/or fire proof.Boundaries- Do you know exactly where your boundary is? This can be a real problem. You may need the help of a surveyor.Types of fencingTimber paling fences are versatile, easy to work with and very flexible in types and designs. They're still the most popular boundary fence in Australian suburbs. Treated pine is a soft green color that blends in with plants and...more
All the hipsters who shun their regular brands for their favorite vintage store have now moved on to the latest rage in furniture design, shabby chic. The distressed look for furniture looks like it has been handed down over generations and painted...more
Copyright (c) 2010 Aaron DicksSolar photovoltaics involve conversion of solar power into electricity. This is attained using photovoltaic cells that are made up of material which produce electrons as the sunlight falls on it. After that...more
Energy costs are soaring, so there has never been a better time to decide to live off the grid. But is it really possible? If you decide to try to power your home without any help from the utility companies, you currently have two main...more
Shifting to an alternative source of electricity is becoming evident recently. Armed with the revolution in solar power information available in the market this process is facilitated more than ever.People are contantly seeking new...more
Environmentally responsible consumers care a lot about their environmental impact. They select their home appliances carefully, to achieve a low emissions solution to their air conditioning needs.Environmentally friendly air conditioning A green air...more
With today's climbing fuel costs it is becoming more and more realistic for you to say goodbye to the grid, and start generating your own electricity from renewable sources. One of the methods you can use is to generate energy from the...more