Lessons from Punjab: The perils of fanaticism
The book teaches us how a hegemonic state, unchecked religious fanaticism, political arrogance and incompetence, can create a perfect storm
Related: A story of the Bangladesh war
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A fast-paced study on India's public finances
In places, Dr Rao rushes through the conclusions as well, not giving enough time to explain the rationale behind the conclusion
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A worm's eye view of the media
Some of the material is tedious and one is not sure why reproducing the email exchanges leading up to his exit would interest anyone
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A colossus in UP
The book describes in detail, the central elements of administration during the Bahuguna years
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Food for thought on entrepreneurship
Later in the book, Raghunandan G, founder of TaxiForSure, makes a similar point on leadership
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Riyaaz, Mizaaz are both crucial for a classical music career: Bangash bros
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Frames per Second: The Big Bad Bollywood Wedding
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| Instrument | 11/03/2015 | 1 year ago |
|---|---|---|
| Call Rate | 7.30 | 8.10 |
| 5 yrs GSec | 7.30 | 8.92 |
| 10 yrs GSec | 7.74 | 8.76 |
| Bank rate | 8.75 | 9.00 |
| PLR | 11.00/15.75 | 1.00/15.75 |
| Deposit rate | 8.00/8.75 | 8.00/9.25 |
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He didn't believe in incidental music: Shyam Benegal on Vanraj Bhatia
In a conversation with Ritwik Sharma, Benegal recalls their partnership and what made Bhatia a very special music director
BOOKS
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The power of the nomad
Mr Sattin is a fluent and evocative writer so this book is extremely readable, informative and definitely worth the price
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A tour of non-human reality
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The English question
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For indigenous people and women, Ash Barty's Wimbledon win is historic
She is one of only a handful of indigenous Australian women who are both sporting champions and household names
Columnists
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