Institutions that Make Capitalism Tick Make for Prosperity: Decoding the Economics Nobel of 2024
Sound institutions make countries rich, say the Nobel laureates, meaning institutions that make capitalism work
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Haryana Poll Results Signal Complex Electoral Landscape for BJP
To assume that the BJP victory in Haryana was on account of the prime minister’s charisma is to sadly underestimate the Congress’s ability to shoot itself in the foot.
Building Self-Reliance: Venture Capital for India’s Masses
Given the need for large amounts money to step up India’s paltry R&D effort, and the public’s appetite for risk, we could have several venture funds that invest in research-intensive start-ups.
US Election Polls Highlight Sharp Divides: Candidate Support Varies by Issue and State
With less than 50 days to go until the US presidential election on November 5, the campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have entered their home stretch. Following their first debate, expectations around key policy issues have become more prominent among voters. Despite heightened attention, however, both candidates face an uphill battle in converting voters from the other camp.
Eventful yet not Impactful: The Trump-Harris US Presidential Debate
The recent US presidential debate saw Kamala Harris and Donald Trump clash on various issues, focusing more on personal attacks than policy. Harris criticised Trump's economic plans, while Trump accused her of being an extension of Biden's administration. Both candidates struggled to present clear strategies on foreign policy and domestic issues.
Nation and Neighbourhood: Confronting India’s Regional Realities
Great nations, while being anchored in their regions, rise beyond their periphery and don’t make the mistake of internalizing that geography is destiny.
Bridging the Gap: The Challenges and Reforms for Lateral Entry in Indian Bureaucracy
How does lateral entry, in news recently, in GOI pan out? A former Niti Aayog officer argues the system needs to be much more welcoming of outside experts.