Manmohan Singh News
Carney is yet to make his mark; Manmohan Singh made his long ago
The career path of Canada’s new prime minister bears remarkable parallels with that of India’s late central banker-turned-politician Manmohan Singh. Carney’s challenges, of course, differ. They’re so steep, he has the world’s attention.
3 min read18 Mar 2025Manmohan Singh’s mixed economic legacy
He pushed economic reforms as India’s finance minister, then abandoned them when he led the government.
4 min read2 Jan 2025The understated leadership of Manmohan Singh was rare and inspirational
He was gentle, self-assured and open to all views, with a keen ear for those who disagreed. These are valuable qualities for decision-makers who must resist groupthink, especially in sycophantic workplaces.
4 min read1 Jan 2025Montek Singh Ahluwalia on Manmohan Singh: A wise, gentle and persuasive leader who made a huge difference
A deliberative, transparent, clear-headed and decisive approach to policy formulation must live on as a tribute to Manmohan Singh’s legacy
7 min read30 Dec 2024India should advocate trade optimism in Manmohan Singh’s honour
Globalization stares at further reversals even as India’s economy needs an export-led boost. Advocacy of friction-free and low-barrier trade would serve our interests and also be a tribute to the liberalizer’s legacy.
3 min read30 Dec 2024A PM who kept his words few and work eloquent
For a society quick to forget even its greatest luminaries, such respect for a person who faded into political oblivion a decade ago is rare.
3 min read30 Dec 2024Manmohan Singh: A testament to the power of quiet conviction
Manmohan Singh’s understated charisma and incorruptibility set him apart in an era of polarizing rhetoric and personality-driven politics.
4 min read28 Dec 2024Manmohan Singh: A reformer who had concern for vulnerable groups
Dr Singh always regarded growth and equity as the two legs with which a nation must walk.
4 min read28 Dec 2024Sardar of reforms: Manmohan Singh’s legacy shapes India’s future
A towering statesman and the driving force behind India’s economic reforms, Singh passed away on Thursday at 92, leaving a legacy that has reshaped India’s economic and welfare landscape.
5 min read28 Dec 2024P. Chidambaram on Manmohan Singh: One journey ends, another continues
Throughout the stormy journey, especially in the 15 years that Dr Singh was Finance Minister (1991-96) and Prime Minister (2004-14), he was an astute and assured captain at the wheel, steering the ship called Indian economy.
3 min read27 Dec 2024Popular Topics
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The 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