Rupa Subramanya

When green warriors battle GDP crusaders

As foreign-funded NGOs working in the field of environment face accusations of thwarting economic progress, a Canadian example holds vital lessons for India

Why millions of eligible voters are unable to vote

Congress local unit shifts gears for Nilekani's win in Bangalore

AAP and the burden of legacy

What puts off some would-be AAP supporters is the party's ideological incoherence

Heavyweight Ananth Kumar can't knock out newbie Nilekani easily

Vivek Dehejia & Rupa Subramanya: Why no centre-right political party in India today?

It is perhaps a direct fallout from the misreading of the causes of the defeats of Chandrababu Naidu in Andhra Pradesh and the National Democratic Alliance at the centre in 2004

Rupa Subramanya: Blame all round

Strangely, various commentary has been quick to condemn Ms Khobragade, and unquestioningly accepted Ms Richard's version of events, painting her as a helpless victim

Why female labour force participation in India is low

This could be a major drag, not just on the empowerment of women but on the India growth story as well

How BJP built its base in Chhattisgarh

Polls suggest it's a tight contest and Raman Singh and the BJP are going to fight hard to win a coveted third term, facing down the usual challenge of anti-incumbency bias

Demographic dividend fast becoming a curse

Fears for the rupee hold back tears for the onion

While English talk shows and op-ed columns all talk about the rupee, most ordinary folks are still worried more about the price of onions

Is 'Modinomics' another version of economic populism?

Some supporters say that with Narendra Modi's anointment as the de facto leader of the party, there will be a turn in the BJP's economic philosophy

Could belief in inclusive Indian nationalism help soften the Hindu-Muslim divide?

Sen vs Bhagwati: Parallels from an earlier titanic clash

Can Bhagwati-Sen debate bring the same change as Hayek-Keynes duel in the US in 1932

English to the rescue of Indians

Economic benefits of English-speaking population better than those who are not comfortable with the language, studies show

Reservations for Muslims: Will it make Indian democracy more vibrant?

A recent study shows a higher minority representation in Assemblies has a correlation with progress for all on key social indicators