UpFront
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The Captive BPO Blowout That Never Happened
Offshore centres of multinationals were considered unviable some years ago. But today they have not just outlived the prediction, but are also thriving
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China is Rocking the Indian Steel Boat
China is flooding the world, especially India, with steel. As long as this lasts, the prices of locally produced steel will stay depressed
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When Investing, Scepticism is Your Best Friend
The most elegant investment ideas may turn to dust if you put them through a reality check
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The Paperback Book Turns 75
The lighter, cheaper version of the published word turns 75 this year, and it remains the lifeline for many writers and publishers
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Don’t Subsidise Suppliers, Subsidise Consumers
When it comes to poverty alleviation and social security, China often cuts out the middleman and takes the benefits directly to the people. Chinese economist Jun Han talks about the lessons it holds for India
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Redeeming The Past
Letter From the Editor: Can diversified conglomerates compete more effectively than focussed rivals in emerging markets like India? This is an issue that sounds almost as old as the hills, but in recent times, it has come into sharp focus
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Tariq Ansari, Mid Day's MD: I Never Closed the Door on Anyone
Mid Day Multimedia's managing director, Tariq Ansari, tells Forbes India why he sold off the print business and what the future of newspapers will be
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The World Is Out of ICU
In spite of the global recession, India's relationship with Singapore has never wavered. Singapore's Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, speaks on the global economy, how he sees India, what makes China No.1 in Asia and how Singapore manages to attract the best civil servants despite the lure of the private sector.
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Heavy Load on Mutual Funds
Increasing the net worth requirement for mutual funds may kill competition and serve no useful purpose
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Are Nanoparticles a Health Hazard?
Nanoparticles are a mega business opportunity for multinationals but they may pose a health hazard to users
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Artificial Life: Has Man Become God?
Artificial life could be a scientific revolution, technological marvel or a triumph of imagination