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When Piketty came to India

Thomas Piketty, the French economist and author of the famous book Capital in the Twenty First Century, was recently in India. He delivered a lecture on the state of inequality globally as well as in India.

Fed’s Caution

The US Federal Reserve’s decision to lower its benchmark interest rate to a range of 4.25-4.50 per cent marks a turning point in its monetary policy.

Fair Lending

The government’s proposal to clamp down on unauthorised private lending practices signals a decisive move to tackle unregulated financial activities that have long preyed on vulnerable segments of the population.

Seoul searching~I

In an unexpected turn of political developments in South Korea, President Yoon Suk-yeol invoked emergency martial law on 3 December, the first time since 1979.

Shifting Mandate

The sixth Quad Leaders’ Summit was held in US President Biden's hometown, Wilmington, Dela ware, on 21 September, amid enduring wars in Europe and the Middle East, and China’s growing belligerent activities in the IndoPacific.

Seeking a righteous path in diplomacy

Festivals like Dussehra are more than just celebrations; they reflect the spirit of a nation. These events, deeply rooted in cultural traditions, often simplify complex historical experiences, making them more accessible and meaningful

The reformer as a healer

Remembering Vidyasagar’s health care service for the Santal people of Karmatar, a little known village in the Jamtara Sadar Subdivision of present day Jharkhand state, may be a fitting tribute to him on his 204th birth anniversary.

RBI Shift

India’s central bank faces a critical decision as it navigates the delicate balance between supporting economic growth and maintaining inflation control.

Attack Anniversary

A year has gone by since the dastardly Hamas attack on Israel that ignited the ongoing war, leaving not only the region but the world in turmoil.