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Jaipur: A Must-See Place in India

If you ever plan to travel to India, a visit to Jaipur is a must. Located in the state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is also known as the “Pink City” due to the very colorful buildings in the region. The city is home to two UNESCO world heritage sites and has often been ranked as one ...

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The Water Palace.

India’s IT Sector Is Poised for Massive Growth

India’s IT sector generated revenues of around US$160 billion in 2017. Roughly US$99 billion came from exports, while US$48 billion was generated from the domestic market. And as India continues to grow at a rapid pace, the IT sector is poised to play a major role in helping the country morph into the massive superpower ...

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A man working on a laptop.

Why India Is Unable to Keep Its Best Brains

When India became independent from British rule in 1947, the country’s education was abysmal. Over 60 years since independence, the hard work and perseverance of the people have ensured that more than 75 percent of children aged 7-10 have been educated to some degree. A large part of India’s success in having an educated population lies ...

Jack Roberts

Chinese Gold Rush in the Himalayas May Create Tension With India

India and China have a history of trade and friendship that has spanned over centuries. However, a recent Chinese gold rush is threatening all that. Other than a border conflict in 1962, no full-scale war has been fought between these two mighty regions, and this is largely attributed to the Himalayas acting as a wall ...

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Chinese Phone Producers Take Over India’s Market

When it comes to the sale of mobile phones, Chinese companies are leading the list and are placed only below the top two: Apple and Samsung. These Chinese phone producers, also known as the “Big Four,” include Huawei, Oppo, Vivo, and Xiaomi. While Apple and Samsung dominate a huge chunk of the market, especially of ...

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Mumbai: A City for Everyone!

Mumbai is the classic combination of history, culture, diversity, and globalization. It’s been a significant place throughout Indian history and has witnessed multiple reigns and rulers. Today, the city is at the forefront of modern India, with a strong foothold in India’s rich and traditional past. Mumbai is also a local favorite and folks from ...

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In India, Chai Is Everything!

In India, tea, locally known as chai, is everything! There are multiple preparations; however, the most popular concoction is a thick sweet drink that is consumed at regular intervals every day no matter the time or occasion. About 79 percent of non-alcoholic beverage consumption in India is ruled by chai, which amounts to a total ...

Emma Lu

Helping India’s Unemployed

Despite its growing economy, the government continues to struggle with India’s unemployed. Since the current government took office in 2014, India’s unemployment rate has stagnated at 3.5 percent, with a slight rise in 2017 at 3.6 percent. Calculation of unemployment rates in India is a bit difficult as there isn’t a fine line between formal and ...

Armin Auctor

The Not So Powerful Indian Passport

India, one of the largest growing economies and a rising technology hub of the world, unfortunately, has a very weak passport. The Indian passport is ranked 73rd on the list of Global Passport Power Rank 2018. This system ranks countries on the basis of their passport power, that is, how many countries the passport holder ...

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The Walk From Brain Drain to Brain Gain

Before the onslaught of “Westernization,” India grappled with the severe consequences of “brain drain.” Many Indian students between 20 and 30 years of age, who had just received their degrees or training, chose to migrate to the U.S. or U.K. with prospects of better jobs and lifestyle. The result was a massive brain drain from ...

Armin Auctor