What is crony capitalism? Election 2014 and how it has confused Indian voters, this time? There is much talk and much hype and debate during these coming general elections. An unprecedented pitch is created thanks to Mr.Narendra Modi’s relentless, all-out, ambition to project himself as the next Prime Ministerial candidate. This is rather unusual for…
Why 2014 elections seem so crucial?
Scales are tilted towards a BJP victory? All opinion polls seem to predict a BJP/NDA victory. Opinion polls can’t be dismissed so easily. There are of course newer allegations everyday. The one allegation is about the alleged distribution of huge funds, running to something like Rs.2400 crores by the Opposition party that is poised to…
Martha C.Nussbaum, today’s leading ethical thinker
“Love means seeking a good outside oneself” “Public culture needs to be nourished by emotions and social justice “Says the internationally famous philosopher! “Emotions rooted in love can foster commitment to shared goals and keep fear, envy and disgust at bay” “Imagination and sympathy for others and the way to do this is through the…
Indian public opinion about America
America is a friendly country for India Yet, there are differences, cultural sensitivities and some strategic dimensions! 21 million Indians live in the USA. There is a strong Indian opinion and lobby. Yet, Indians back home resent America’s spying activities on Indian establishments. One doesn’t know what our Prime Minister said to Obama or failed…
Prime Minister’s US visit : What it achieved?
India-Pakistan talks. A very good beginning! The recent five-day visit of Indian Prime Minister had some high expectations and also some high drama too. Meeting the US President for any visiting country’s head is a great occasion. After all, America is the world super power and it pays for any other country to draw its own…
How to lay the Macaulay Ghost?
Medium of education in mother tongue? Medium of education compulsory or voluntary? Who has the fundamental right to choose? Parents, state governments or the courts? There is a 5-judge Constitution Bench enquiring the matter! There is the Karnataka High Court order not to close down a 104 year old Kannada medium school! Medium of education…
UPA 2’s last Budget is trust-worthy?
Not many to believe what the Finance Minister claims! The Finance Minister Mr. P.Chidambaramis supposed to be the brainy minister in the Cabinet. But is he trust-worthy? Do the fellow politicians take him seriously? There are now so many, politicians and others, investors, not to speak of the public who take his claims on what …
Asian economies are poised for a new dawn of wealth and prosperity?
Yes, says the latest HSBC report a PTI despatch says. The financial wealth in the Asian region is likely to overtake the American wealth, says this report. Being a high profile HSBC report there is much attention being given. An estimated 80 trillion dollar, more than tripled since 2001 and if the current trend persists…