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Department of Energy's ARPA-E Program Announced a Total of $1.3 Billion in Grants in Five Years
During five years, the Department of Energy’s ARPA-E program has invested in hundreds of projects for a total of $1.3 billion. The agency is still pushing forward to improve its funding system to help more projects commercialize its technologies.
Arun Jaitley, Indian FM, Explains Disputed Tax Provisions On EPF Withdrawals, Hints For Partial Rollback
Indian Finance Minister has apparently faced the brunt of imposing tax on withdrawals from EPF. Ahead of widespread criticism, he has explained certain provisions in the proposed budget arguing in its favor. However, he has hinted for a partial rollback.
N.J. pension investment fees up at $728 mln in 2015
Public worker unions are raising voice against huge fees and bonuses being paid to private fund managers. New Jersey's (N.J.) government worker pension fund paid $728 million in fees to private fund managers for 2015 year.
National Bank of Greece joins EBRD's trade scheme
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is supporting National Bank of Greece via its trade finance scheme. From 2015, EBRD is investing in Greece, helping the crisis-hit economy recover as early as possible.




