How the country messed up a competitive advantage and what lessons it holds for the Indian economy even todayPolicies still restrict competition and entry (and exit) of large-scale companies. Once quality and standardization is improved, Indian brands should be able to play on the global stage
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1 min read2 Nov 2018A handmade fountain pen that carries the weight of your words
3 min read7 Apr 2018In this weekly compendium of objects of desire, also a Vanities column by Swapan Seth
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5 min read4 Feb 2017Ballpoint pens need vertical pressure to force ink on to paper, that can give back and shoulder pains. Fountain pens need no such pressure
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2 min read28 Sep 2012The Union Budget contains details about the estimated receipts and the expenditure of the government for a particular fiscal year. The Budget is allotted for the upcoming fiscal year, which runs from 1st April to 31st March of the next year. Here is a quick guide on how the Union Budget is prepared