June 4, 2008
by Atanu Dey
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I have argued in the past that India is poor by choice — not by necessity, nor by a heavenly compulsion, or a divine thrusting upon, or an enforced obedience of planetary influences [1]. “Of course, that does not mean … Continue reading
June 4, 2008
by Atanu Dey
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According to a report in today’s Rediff on Karnataka’s new government, many of the members of the legislative assembly (or MLAs, those who make the laws of the state) are criminals. The report leads off with details of what the … Continue reading
June 4, 2008
by Atanu Dey
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Regulars know that I am obsessed with solar power, rail transportation, and urbanization. Reserve your copy of the book today! I had a chat with Daniel Altman the other day at my office and his blog at the International Herald … Continue reading
June 4, 2008
by Atanu Dey
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Daniel Altman begins his column in the International Herald Tribune (June 3rd, 2008) “India seeks it owns path as a manufacturing powerhouse” with: For a few years now, a facile dichotomy has made the rounds in economic circles: Among developing … Continue reading