|
- Baseline Game (December, 11)
Inflation is the burning economic issue these days. But how do we keep track of price rise?
click here to read
- All that Glitters (November, 11)
Will the global economic crisis compel a return to the gold standard?
click here to read
- A European Winter (October, 11)
The last couple of years have been tumultuous for the global economy. Unfortunately, the policies that were adopted to fight that crisis are now creating bigger problems
click here to read
- Credit Ratings 101 (September, 11)
The worst ever slump has hit the US economy and its rock-bottom credit ratings by Standard and Poor’s have raised concerns worldwide. Amitayu Sengupta, renowned Economist at the Economic Research Foundation, cuts the jargon and demystifies how the system of credit ratings works
click here to read
- Who’s Land is it Anyway? (August, 11)
The ghosts of the archaic Land Acquisition Act of 1894 have come back again to haunt farmers, politicos and those who have invested their life-savings into their dream home in Greater Noida, alike. Amitayu Sengupta, renowned Economist at the Economic Research Foundation, sheds light on the issue and why it is pertinent even after two centuries of its conception
click here to read
- 5 truths about black money (July, 11)
Corruption and black money have suddenly become a hot topic in the
country. With civil society activists and high profile personalities taking up proactive steps in the recent times, the issue has received a lot of media attention and public interest. We give you the true picture
click here to read
- A well planned ‘Economy’ attack (June, 11)
An analysis of the overwhelming effects of Osama Bin Laden’s activities on the US economy post the 9/11 attacks
click here to read
- Glory Road (May, 11)
Major sports event like the Cricket World Cup 2011 not only affect national sentiments but also the national economies
click here to read
- Union Budget (April, 11)
Run with the hare and hunt with the hounds
click here to read
- The Irony of Tax Exemptions (March, 11)
With the annual budgets to be announced by the end of this month,
everyone is talking about impending tax concessions to help face the high inflation. However, only last year the government announced massive tax concessions that did not help face inflation
click here to read
- When the Citi slipped (Feburary, 11)
The CITI never sleeps has been the punch line of one of the most famous international bank. But after taking a hit in the US sub prime crisis, Citibank has taken a punch in India, where one of its employees has ripped the bank in one of the biggest cons of the country.
click here to read
- Back on a growth path (January, 11)
In two consequent quarters, the Indian economy has witnessed growth figures bordering 9%. The present outlook on the annual figures looks forward to the heydays of 2006-07. However, there are some caveats to the story that need to be remembered.
click here to read
- The value of Adarsh (December, 10)
'Adarsh' in Hindi means principles and values. Today, however, it signifies the lack of it! With the Adarsh housing scam in Mumbai bringing forth corruption and greed of the highest powers, the author tries to look into the changing adarshes involved in the whole story. click here to read
- CWG Aftershocks (November, 10)
The entire nation shall pay for the financial follies that
marred CWG 2010… click here to read
- A Though for a Rupee (September, 10)
The Indian rupee symbol created national news, featuring on the front page of every single newspaper but joining the elite currency club seems to be a farfetched dream! click here to read
- Oil Price Deregulation (August, 10)
Inevitable or by choice? Despite the entire hullabaloo over inflation, petrol is set on fire yet again!!! click here to read
- Let National interest prevail... (June, 10)
As the Ambani brothers fight over the gas pricing issue, Supreme court judgement rules in favour of the government… click here to read
- IPLs A bouquet of scandals (June, 10)
In a tournament enjoying the most religious audience, are malpractices and
corruption tolerable?… click here to read
- Inflation - A deeper analysis (May, 10)
With the basic commodities also going out of reach for the common man; the
government still seems to be unmoved as it seems to be passing the buck to… click here to read
- Budget 2010: The inside story (April, 10)
A deeper analysis of the budget that looks beyond the political reasons of inflation click here to read
- The details of micro (March, 10)
Microfinance has brought relief to many in the developing world. It challenges
established understanding of market and its dynamics click here to read
- Rolling budget: will it rock? (February, 10)
The 13th Finance Commission has proposed a change to three-year rolling budget from the current annual fixed budget. What are the pros and cons of the proposal? click here to read
- Climate: a lost battle (January, 10)
While all of us wish that Copenhagen had succeeded, the economics of
our times won’t let this happen click here to read
- Who is developing? (December, 09)
Human Development Report’ 09 poses questions on development of the country when the growth rate is projected to be one of the highest click here to read
- Who pays the cost? (November, 09)
When the world stands at the verge of collapse due to climatic changes, the developed world should start to be less selfish click here to read
- Powerpuff plan (October, 09)
A novel scheme for women that looks beyond health
and maternity issues click here to read
- Dry sky, moist eyes (September, 09)
The sad old story of drought and government helplessness has hit the country again.
The authorities have to do much more than last minute repairs click here to read
- Working for incredible India (August, 09)
The pro-people budget has generated appreciation for Pranab Mukherjee. But it is not benevolence, rather simply a matter of right for the common people click here to read
|
|
|
|
