Satyam BPO to hire 300 Aug 27, 2009
The company has recently bagged a major contract from a domestic client for providing it back office support. To support the client we have already hired 700 employees in the last one month and will hire another 300 by the end of next month," Mahindra Satyam BPO CEO Vijay Rangineni said. However, he declined to divulge the name of the new client or the deal size. According to sources, the new win is in the telecom space. The total headcount of the company after the recruitment would stand at... (India Times, India)
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Stenson Physical Therapy Aug 23, 2009
Depending on the continued success of the business, he hopes to bring on a second physical therapist and hire office support staff. Got an idea for a Business Spotlight. (Montana Standard, MT)
Report criticizes lay leaders of day schools Aug 14, 2009
Along with seeking to create a mega fund, Bloom suggested that day schools must try to collaborate with other schools and local organizations to see if they can save on overhead, as well as share space and office support. That, Bloom said, could save the system $50 million to $150 million. (Cleveland Jewish News, OH)
'Abbey Road' no dead end for band Aug 13, 2009
Abbey Road' no dead end for band 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. The margins of Ed Turner's big Beatles notebook are littered with cryptic notes and annotations that address everything from complex vocal harmonies to idiosyncratic arrangement issues. (The Augusta Chronicle)
LaRoche powers hot Braves Aug 13, 2009
LaRoche powers Braves 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. LaRoche powers Braves Associated Press Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
3rd man charged in Forrest slaying Aug 13, 2009
ATLANTA -- A 30-year-old man who authorities say was wearing a wig when he was arrested was charged tonight in the robbery and shooting death of ex-boxing champion and Augusta native Vernon Forrest. U.S. Marshals picked up Charmon Sinkfield about 9 p.m. driving a black sedan on Interstate 20, wearing a wig that gave the appearance of dreadlocks, said James Ergas of the service's fugitive task force. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Title fight against Williams considered risky for champ Aug 13, 2009
Middleweight champion Kelly Pavlik has agreed to defend his two title belts against Aiken's Paul "The Punisher" Williams, perhaps the most avoided fighter in boxing. They will fight Oct. 3 at Atlantic City's Board-walk Hall, Williams promoter Dan Goossen told The Associated Press on Wednesday after finishing the negotiations. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Tebow's father delivers message on life, not football Aug 13, 2009
AIKEN --- Tuesday night's quarterly meeting of the Aiken Baptist Association's men's ministry came in the heart of South Carolina Gamecock and Clemson Tiger country. But the approximately 300 men who gathered at Millbrook Baptist Church opened their arms and hearts to a Florida man, Bob Tebow, the father of Florida Gator quarterback Tim Tebow, the 2007 Heisman Trophy winner. (The Augusta Chronicle)
PlayDate welcomes young at heart Aug 13, 2009
Who says play dates are just for kids. PlayDate has been reconnecting adults with childhood fun across the nation, and now organizers of PlayDate Augusta hope to do the same here. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Carolina hints at interest in Vick Aug 13, 2009
SPARTANBURG, S.C. --- Carolina Panthers coach John Fox takes pride in avoiding direct answers to most questions, providing little information on injuries, depth chart issues and personnel moves. It's left the Panthers in the Michael Vick discussion -- even though the team has had no discussions about bringing in the former Atlanta quarterback. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Length's hot topic at final major Aug 13, 2009
Length's the hot topic at final major 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Length's the hot topic at final major Associated Press Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Biker club makes school and pupils its cause Aug 13, 2009
Pupils at Bayvale Elementary School were prepared for the first day of school, thanks to the Dominant Breed motorcycle club. The club passed out nearly 150 bookbags filled with school supplies during the school's registration day Aug. 4. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Automakers hesitate to ramp up production Aug 13, 2009
NEW YORK --- After a lot of heartbreak, the nation's automakers aren't looking to commit. They're taking small, tentative steps to raise production to meet the revived demand for new cars and trucks sparked by Cash for Clunkers. (The Augusta Chronicle)
MCG Athens campus is on track, officials say Aug 13, 2009
ATLANTA --- Negotiations with hospitals in Athens and Gainesville for medical-student residencies remain on pace, officials with the Medical College of Georgia told a committee of the Board of Regents on Wednesday. The reason the college is building a satellite campus in Athens is to access more hospitals that could hire doctors as residents for the hands-on clinical experience they need since hospitals in Augusta don't have enough additional slots. (The Augusta Chronicle)
University system employees will be furloughed Aug 13, 2009
Employees of the University System of Georgia will be furloughed six days in the next fiscal year, the Board of Regents ruled today. At least three of those days will be before Jan. 1. (The Augusta Chronicle)
S. Carolina schools consider free swine flu shots Aug 13, 2009
COLUMBIA --- South Carolina parents might have the option of having children vaccinated against swine flu in October when school nurses administer free shots at school. "That's something that is being discussed statewide," said Dr. Cecelia Davidson, the associate superintendent for administration for the Aiken County Public School District. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Broun's health proposal is frightening Aug 13, 2009
There has been a lot of lies, misinformation, rumors and innuendos made about proposed health care reform -- all intended to frighten the general public into opposing any meaningful reform. Paul Broun has, however, proposed a reform that should scare the daylights out of anyone with any common sense. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rockin' on the river Aug 13, 2009
Although it has been 10 years since his death in a Massachusetts traffic accident, Lee Laurence still has the power to inspire Augusta musicians. On Saturday, a nine-band bill will gather at Jessye Norman Amphitheater at the Day by the River Memorial Music Festival, paying tribute to Mr. Laurence, a sound engineer with close ties to many Augusta acts. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Photograph captured spirit of debate Aug 13, 2009
at the top right of the Aug. 11 news- paper deserves a prize in photojournalism. It puts in sharp focus the current zeitgeist regarding health care: the men with traditional hands over heart in respect of the Pledge of Allegiance, and the woman with her fist in air. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Gordon's recovery is slowed by wreck Aug 13, 2009
The vicious crash involving Sam Hornish Jr. and Jeff Gordon on Monday at Watkins Glen Interna-tional looked worse than it turned out. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Graniteville residents lose water fight at PSC Aug 13, 2009
COLUMBIA --- Graniteville residents who won relief last week from spiking water and sewer bills are back to Square One. The South Carolina Public Service Commission voted Wednesday to reinstate Avondale Mills' higher rates. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Georgia regents order 6 furlough days Aug 13, 2009
ATLANTA --- Professors and staff at Georgia's public colleges will be joining the rest of state employees in taking some unpaid days off. On Wednesday, the board overseeing the University System of Georgia approved six days of furloughs, along with changes in health insurance and other staff recommendations for budget cuts. (The Augusta Chronicle)
RC Racers have inside track Aug 13, 2009
RC Racers have the inside track on success 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Augusta RC Racers started out nearly 17 years ago, racing in the parking lots of businesses. (The Augusta Chronicle)
The Apple mall mystery Aug 13, 2009
From the Thursday, August 13, 2009 edition of the Augusta Chronicle Reader Comments Note: Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of The Augusta Chronicle. Please read our full. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Complaint leads to meeting on SRS energy park Aug 13, 2009
A workshop to discuss a proposed 2,700-acre energy park at Savannah River Site will be held next week and was scheduled after an environmental group's complaint that more public involvement was needed in the planning process. In a June 21 letter dated to Energy Secretary Steven Chu, Friends of the Earth asked that the department halt development of an environmental assessment that could lead to the land's lease to the SRS Community Reuse Organization for an energy park. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Cink hears plenty of cheers at Hazeltine Aug 13, 2009
-- The cheers for Tiger and Phil are a given, and Padraig Harrington gets his share of love. Follow Sergio Garcia, Anthony Kim or Camilo Villegas around a golf course, and there'll be plenty of shoutouts for them, too. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Howell hopes to peak in 30s Aug 13, 2009
--- He's 30 years old, 20 pounds heavier, 10 seasons into his pro career and competing in his first major championship without even his parents on site. In short, Charles Howell is all grown up and settling in to the next stage of his golfing life. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rants and Raves Aug 13, 2009
Comments from our readers. THIS IS TO THE GOP: Quit blaming and start doing what is good for the country and not for your own greed and selfishness. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BREAKING: State panel restores increases in Graniteville water rates Aug 13, 2009
State panel restores increases in Graniteville water rates 081209 - The Augusta Chronicle. COLUMBIA -- It does not appear Graniteville residents will get lower water rates, despite the efforts of local lawmakers. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Loss keeps U.S. winless in Mexico Aug 13, 2009
MEXICO CITY --- Miguel Sabah scored in the 82nd minute, lifting Mexico to a 2-1 victory over the United States in a World Cup qualifier Wednesday. The win strengthened Mexico's chances of reaching next year's World Cup in South Africa. (The Augusta Chronicle)
'No government' crowd is hypocritical Aug 13, 2009
No government' crowd is hypocritical 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. No government' crowd is hypocritical Letter to the Editor Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Delta, US Airways also swapping slots Aug 13, 2009
ATLANTA --- The sudden flurry of airlines swapping takeoff and landing slots at Washington and New York area airports continued Wednesday, with Delta and US Airways striking a deal similar to one between AirTran and Continental disclosed the day before. The carriers will get more bang for the buck in congested areas where slot access is limited and where they face increased competition from Southwest Airlines. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Don't expect a 'super' rematch in NFL preseason Aug 13, 2009
Don't expect a 'super' rematch in preseason 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Don't expect a 'super' rematch in preseason Associated Press Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pitino issues public apology Aug 13, 2009
--- Louisville men's basketball coach Rick Pitino on Wednesday apologized for his "indiscretion" of having sex with a woman who later was charged with trying to extort him and vowed to continue coaching the Cardinals for as long as "they will have me.". His comments were the first since news broke Tuesday that he told police that he and Karen Sypher had sex on a table at a Louisville restaurant six years ago. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Police search after bank robbery Aug 13, 2009
Police are searching for a suspect in a bank robbery that occurred today at the Regions Bank on Peach Orchard Road. The robbery occurred at about 11:30 a.m. when a man entered the bank and demanded money from a teller, police said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Production brings to life mind of 4-year-old Aug 13, 2009
Marmalade' brings to life the mind of a 4-year-old 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Little Lucy, at 4 years old, is not incorrigible, but her narcotic-addled and emotionally abusive imaginary friend is. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Suit accuses Bob Richards Chevrolet of fraud Aug 13, 2009
The new owner of Augusta's Chevrolet dealership has accused the previous owner of fraud and racketeering. In a lawsuit filed against Bob Richards Chevrolet last week in federal court, G.L. Stewart LLC contends the price it paid in April 2007 was grossly inflated because of the way Bob Richards conducted business. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Brenda Lee gets dynamite Hall of Fame exhibit Aug 13, 2009
It's amazing when a close friendship goes back more than 50 years, and it's even more amazing when those friends are show business veterans who got their start in North Augusta. Brenda Lee was singing on the Peach Blossom Special program on television station WRDW in the mid-1950s when Flo Carter was singing with Jim Nabors (later to become Gomer Pyle) on the Today in Dixie program on WJBF.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Best Buy $9.99 TV offer was too good to be true Aug 13, 2009
99 TV offer was too good to be true 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. 99 TV offer was too good to be true Associated Press Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Storm targets downtown Augusta Aug 13, 2009
A hard-driving storm with driving rain, lashing winds and pelting hail swept through downtown Augusta about 6 p.m. Tuesday, slowing traffic and knocking down trees on Greene, Broad and Reynolds streets. Richmond County dispatchers said splintered trees and fallen branches were scattered about the downtown business district. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Stocks jump after Fed's comment Aug 13, 2009
Stocks jump after Fed's 'leveling out' comment 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Stocks jump after Fed's 'leveling out' comment Associated Press Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
I-20 ramp reopens Saturday Aug 13, 2009
I-20 ramp from Washington Road reopens Saturday 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Drivers can breathe a sigh of relief this weekend. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Antique Market to move to Pleasant Home Road Aug 13, 2009
The Antique Market is packing up and moving. The business is relocating because Goodwill Industries of Middle Georgia and the CSRA plans to purchase part of the Village West Shopping Center on Washington Road and open a new store and training center. (The Augusta Chronicle)
GOP trying to kill health care bill Aug 13, 2009
On July 12, I was included in a conference call from U.S. Rep. Paul Broun about the health care plans before Congress. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Foreclosures rise 7 percent Aug 13, 2009
Biz bits 081309 - The Augusta Chronicle. Biz bits From Wire Reports Thursday, August 13, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Who benefits from unchanged care? Aug 13, 2009
Who benefits from unchanged care. 081209 - The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Transfer may soothe Dogs' kickoff woes Aug 11, 2009
--- Kickoffs left many Georgia fans kicking and screaming last season. Coach Mark Richt addressed the issue in March by signing junior college kicker Brandon Bogotay, who displayed an ability to boot it deep. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Doctor 's humor is a hit on iTunes Aug 11, 2009
It could be his way of explaining antibodies that help immune cells target viruses as "wanted posters." It could be his funny tips, such as this one about swimmer's ear: "If it takes a funny dance to dry out your ears, do the dance. Maybe you will make it rain. We need rain.". For any number of reasons, podcasts from Augusta physician Rob Lamberts are getting a lot of attention. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Pilot reported engine problem Aug 11, 2009
Federal authorities have begun an investigation after a pilot crashed onto Interstate 520 in North Augusta on Sunday. The airplane is registered to Samuel C. Hart Jr. of the 800 block of River Bluff Road in North Augusta, based on the aircraft's registration number. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Why employment hasn't hit bottom yet Aug 11, 2009
There is a growing sense among economists that the worst of the recession might be over. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for the labor market. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Man charged with assault Aug 11, 2009
An Augusta man who police say hit five people with his truck at a party was arrested and charged with aggravated assault today. According to a Richmond County sheriff s report and jail committal, 23-year-old Ryan Heath Mock, of the 1500 block of Stovall Street, was at a party at 11:20 p.m. Friday in the 4600 block of Windsor Spring Road in Hephzibah when he got into an altercation with someone at the party and was asked to leave. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Flu planners fear ERs flooded with the not-so-sick Aug 11, 2009
WASHINGTON - Sit for hours amid the sneezing in an emergency room this fall, and if you didn't arrive with swine flu you just might leave with it. Fearing swamped ERs, the government is working with worried doctors to develop hot lines or interactive Web sites to help the flu-riddled decide when they really need a hospital - and when to stay home. (The Augusta Chronicle)
First rush over for Columbia County schools Aug 11, 2009
First morning rush over for Columbia County school traffic 080909 - The Augusta Chronicle. First morning rush over for Columbia County school traffic From staff reports Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009 5:06 a.m.Updated: Monday, August 10, 2009 9:02 a.m.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
40 years later, Woodstock still fascinates Aug 11, 2009
BETHEL, N.Y. - Forty years after Richie Havens sang and strummed for a sea of people at Woodstock, he still gets asked about it and he still gets requests to sing "Freedom.". "Everything in my life, and so many others', is attached to that train," Havens said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
BREAKING: Broun to hold second town hall meeting Aug 11, 2009
Broun to hold second town hall meeting 081009 - The Augusta Chronicle. Broun to hold second town hall meeting Staff Monday, Aug. 10, 2009 5:56 a.m.Updated: Monday, August 10, 2009 6:28 p.m.. (The Augusta Chronicle)
GM dealers try selling with eBay Aug 11, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO --- Hundreds of General Motors' California dealers will let consumers haggle over the prices of new cars and trucks through the eBay online marketplace under a trial that begins today. About 225 of California's 250 GM dealers are set to take part in the program. (The Augusta Chronicle)
New TB policy could disrupt overseas adoptions Aug 11, 2009
NEW YORK - Advocates of international adoption are furious over a new federal policy related to tuberculosis testing that could disrupt plans for families adopting children from China and Ethiopia. The policy already has forced one distraught couple from Virginia, Jay Scruggs and Candace Litchford, to leave China without the daughter they had spent two weeks bonding with. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Bandmates collect cash to help injured Greenbrier teen Aug 11, 2009
Bandmates collect cash to help Greenbrier teen hurt in wreck 081109 - The Augusta Chronicle. Fundraising is no new thing for band members. (The Augusta Chronicle)
14-year-old accused of killing stepsister Aug 11, 2009
Richmond County authorities arrested a 14-year-old accused of fatally shooting his stepsister in the head at least 10 times as she slept Friday afternoon. Eric Lee Phillips Whitehead was charged with murder and one count of a firearm during the commission of a crime, Richmond County sheriff's Lt. Scott Peebles said. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Teacher's aide works for scratch Aug 11, 2009
A new teacher's aide joined the staff at Lakeside High School on Monday. His nameplate outside the classroom is decorated with paw prints. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Meteors will light night sky Aug 11, 2009
The most interesting show in town might be overhead. The annual Perseid meteor shower is expected to peak tonight and Wednesday night. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Rants and raves Aug 11, 2009
Comments from our readers. ONCE AGAIN Georgia Highway 56/Mike Padgett has claimed someone's loved one. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Security Federal Corp. reports lower earnings Aug 11, 2009
Biz bits 081109 - The Augusta Chronicle. Biz bits From Staff and Wire Reports Tuesday, August 11, 2009. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Did son forget about school? Aug 11, 2009
Did my son forget about school. 081109 - The Augusta Chronicle. (The Augusta Chronicle)
