Category: General Interest
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The ‘Right’ Politics
Right-wing political parties are now dominating the political space across the globe. Is this the new normal signalling the demise of liberal politics?
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China Cables: De-radicalisation or More
The so-called Chinese cables are said to give a key-hole view of the ‘re-education camps’ in Xinjiang. Is this the panacea for radicalisation?
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Global Inequality: Rising Tide
With the world’s richest 1% (worth more than $1 million) owning 45% of the entire wealth, Global Inequality is out of control. Can the Gini Coefficient be bridged?
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Future of Security-Afghanistan
An unstable Afghanistan is a threat to peace. During Synergia Conclave, Nirupama Rao spoke about India’s options in post-US Afghanistan.
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The Great Tax Robbery
Is it time to address the increasing gap between the spirit and the letter of the law?
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Is India Weaponising Trade ?
India has raised the cost for trading partners who are critical of its internal policies. Is a robust external policy leveraging the growing trade heft of India?
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Future of Business-Digital Economies
Technology’s promise is not only to automate processes but to open paths to new ways of doing business.
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EIU Democracy Index- Falling Ratings
Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) Annual Democracy Index provides a snapshot into the state of democracy around the world. This year’s dip in India’s ranking has raised questions.
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Innocuous Drones and Lethal Standoff Weapons
A panel moderated by Vishnu Som, with two pioneers of drone technology- Group Captain Harsh Vardhan Thakur, and Squadron Leader Sameer Joshi.
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Amazon Investment-Largesse or Liability
Jeff Bezos’ offer of $1billion investment in India to create a million jobs has been met with skepticism and downright derision. Is there a catch?