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The limits of CPI: It doesn't capture the true cost of living

Consumer price index boasts of a rigorous and robust design, but there are quite a few issues with it

Capital inflows: The perils of a bad neighbourhood

India's strong medium-term growth outlook may not suffice for foreign capital to flow, as existing channels that bring global savings to India face turbulence

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Insurer must pay for specified OPD treatments

The policy specifically mentioned treatment for oesophageal manometry as one of the exceptions for which the claim would be covered even if taken as an outpatient

Mobile robots could soon be in our homes and offices

Robots may not be a mass product right now, but they will be increasingly useful to sectors like mining, energy, manufacturing and construction. The technology used in them will be of great utility

SC verdict on hijab: A lose-lose battle

India's hijab supporters will lose even if they win the Supreme Court battle. Because the real war is fought in politics

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The lows of a high office: 'My ear is not working'

The moves made by former West Bengal governor Jagdeep Dhankhar and his subsequent elevation as vice president have set a new benchmark for the actions of those who occupy Raj Bhavans

Synthesising life: Getting closer to creating artificial humans?

Science fiction is fast morphing into reality. The latest such achievements are artificial embryos. Here's a look at the problems, pitfalls and potentials of this breakthrough

Cancerians lead Indian rich list parade

For the second year running, Cancerians are most successful amongst the Hurun list. Sagittarians are among lukewarm contributors and absence of notable Bollywood and cricket personalities is puzzling

Raising the rate and the bar

Finally, the RBI is right in not providing a forward guidance in the current uncertain environment but providing a detailed explanation of keeping the stance unchanged

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Convergent growth

Making lower-growth states part of a national value chain is an imperative, but difficult because of political rivalry

How is the Indian economy really doing?

All the heady optimism has overlooked the vulnerable state of the macro-economy. Caution, not complacency, is the more appropriate sentiment for now

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What next for central banks?

Even as central banks are currently struggling to contain inflation and manage currency, they would need to prepare for a prolonged period of uncertainty

India's national priorities are best served domestically

We should scale down expectations and time expended on preparing for the SCO and G20 summits

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Bonding with bonds: Creating a deeper, wider market

India needs a vibrant bond market to fuel its growth ambitions but financial repression is keeping investors and issuers away

Bringing BPCL sale back on the table

Retail oil price reform through direct subsidy transfers should be considered