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Best of BS Opinion: Geopolitical risks, silence on JNU, and more

A sharp rise in oil prices will only reduce the possibility of a revival in the Indian economy

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Rajesh Kumar
In the wake of rising tension in West Asia, the government of India has advised citizen to avoid non-essential travel to Iraq until further notification. Aside from the geopolitical relevance, developments in West Asia will have implications for both the global and Indian economy. A sharp rise in oil prices will only reduce the possibility of a revival in the Indian economy.

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