Re-energising the India-Russia relationship
This paper assesses the India-Russia relationship in today’s context and explains why it is time for the two countries to re-energise the bilateral
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India-Bangladesh: Saving the Sundarbans
While the fractious Indo-Bangladesh relationship has made progress over the past few months, both sides must engage in environmental diplomacy in the vulnerable Sundarbans region to ensure bilateral prosperity.
FDI brings economic growth – its risks bring hiccups, not heart-attacks
The economic turmoil in Europe and the U.S. has affected financial markets globally. India too witnessed a fall in its stock market and investments have slowed. Gateway House’s Samyukta Lakshamn speaks to S.P.Kothari (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), about the challenges that lie ahead for India.
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Anna Hazare’s movement: A case study in management
There is an underlying reason as to why India's anti-corruption movement has garnered immense support in such a short span of time: it is a highly-efficient management model. The right mix of marketing, motivation, operations and service is spearheading the process.
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India and South Sudan: Potential Areas of Cooperation
As the world welcomes it’s newest yet probably its poorest nation, South Sudan, Gateway House’s Renu Modi analyzes India’s engagement with the Sudanese – from historical political linkages to investments that can boost relations.
The day I became Anna
Indian citizens dissatisfied with poor governance and corrupt dynastic regimes have taken to a traditional Gandhian method: non-violent protests.
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U.S. and India: ‘C’ for political management
While the U.S. political leadership is stuck with extreme positions led by the Tea Party, India’s politicians do not seem to have a position at all. It is imperative for India’s political leadership to exercise prudent fiscal leadership to ensure that economic growth is balanced and equitable.
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India: Unloveable at 64
India’s 64th Independence day is the unhappiest, as it is confronted by corruption, governance and a host of other national and state issues. The lack of attention to our selves has made us less loveable to others.
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Women ambassadors shine for India
The job of forging partnerships while sustaining India’s interests is done by its ambassadors –and New Delhi has the unique distinction of sending two women ambassadors in a row to the US. A study of Indian envoy Meera Shankar’s tenure, and what awaits her successor –and former foreign secretary–Nirupama Rao.
The Indian Diaspora: A new chapter in India’s story
This decade records a new trend for the Indian Diaspora: as the Indian economy registers strong growth, thousands return to India amidst growing employment and investment opportunities. But does India have the ability to effectively reintegrate them into society?