We are passing through a critical phase in the global economy. The potential exit of Greece from the Eurozone and the cataclysmic fallouts this could have on the global financial system is already sending tremors through India with the rupee in free fall and an austerity drive announced by the FM.

In all this climate of uncertainty, what do we see on TV ? The unseemly fracas over Shah Rukh Khan and Sid Mallya in post IPL action, the walkout of Mamta Banerjee from a Reality TV show and of course the justifification of a 100 B USD valuation for Facebook. Nice bit of escapism but is anybody looking out for the Indian economy ?

I am off to the US for three weeks - more in June !

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Proud Indian proud of our Parliament

Proud of our country and its 60 years of successful Parliamentary democracy ! On the other hand our neighbour has a lot to worry about as a judge there said quoting Gibran " Pity the nation that achieves nationhood in the name of a religion but pays little heed to truth, righteousness and accountability, which are the essence of every religion.”

As a nation we must strive to be inclusive and ensure that no Indian is left behind. And as a responsible leader of the free world we should reach out to our neighbours and help them to overcome their own contradictions and be worthy partners in our progress !

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Leadership

Leadership in turbulent times was the topic of a symposium organised by the CII in Bengaluru this week. Excellent speakers including Ravi Venkatesan former Chairman of Cummins India and Microsoft and Sehasayee Executive Vice Chairman of Ashok Leyland delivered some gems

Leadership is all about have an ambition to to take a country or a business to the next level and having the courage to take necessary actions. As Ravi rightly said, if you dont have either, the best thing to do is to get out of the way

What do you all think ?

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