Letter from the Editor
 Taking a decision is easy but implementing it is an entirely different task, and that is the challenge that the UPA-2 Government now faces. Will it be able to tot up the numbers in Parliament to push through what many see as the second wave of reforms after 1991, or will it take its agenda to the public, arguing that ‘interested’ parties have stalled its progressive measures?
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Corporate
 Suvidhaa:Servicing You Anytime, Anywhere
It is a business that empowers consumers and promotes inclusive growth even as it gives new meaning to Internet-related delivery of services, both government and business. It allows people, especially in rural areas, to access technology and avail services, which they otherwise would have been denied.
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 The table has been set: the four-course or is it a five-course meal, with a good dessert at the end, outlined to a certain extent, with three courses already having been served. The ingredients for most of the dishes are in place and some have already been cooked and served, but are the hosts and the guests willing to partake of a meal that still holds many surprises. An analysis by Team Inclusion ... read more
 India’s Economy: Today & Tomorrow
Montek Singh Ahluwalia recounts the decade of 1990s that saw the government introduce changes that were obvious and much-needed as we were running a highly controlled economy. It was also clear then that the countries in the region that were doing well had opened up their markets, allowed increased access to private capital and foreign investment.
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Time to act is now!
After a long time, there is a sense of excitement amongst people, who are concerned about India’s future. There is a mix of aspirations, expectations and perceptions on what India should do, says Salman Khurshid...read more
 Growth stimulus in enhanced production and capacity creation
The Indian economy is passing through a difficult phase. Growth is slowing down, inflation remains at a high level. We need to overcome these factors if we have to sustain a high rate of growth in the economy. No doubt it is a task, but is doable, says C Rangarajan
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People’s participation in reforms is Key
If India is to embark on a new voyage of economic freedom and discovery, it is imperative that we focus our attention on internal reforms. It is only this that can make the common citizen feel like a participant in the journey. That will be the critical game-changer, opines Sandipan Deb
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Special Supplement 2012
NSE
Corporate
GovernanceEconomic reforms in India in the early 1990s engendered a more express need for corporate governance. And there was no better place than the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to ensure this. By promoting transparency, setting listing and disclosure standards, monitoring compliance and discouraging irregular practices NSE has contributed to improving governance standards of Indian corporates
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ReportsFaster, stronger, higher
Is there inclusive growth at the end of all the planning and politicking? Such subconscious imagery is clearly at work though for the 11th Plan, the theme for which was faster and more inclusive growth, and our planners have continued with this theme – faster, more inclusive and higher growth – in the 12th Plan. |
IT Disaster Recovery
and Business Continuity Planning
With critical applications and services in computerised formats, disaster recovery plans must be cutting edge and optimal at all times. Good business impact analysis is the starting point. |
Powering the Manuf-acturing Sector
The power of an economy lies in its manufacturing industry. But in India, it is the manufacturing sector that is facing the problem of power. Amongst other things, it is making production uncompetitive. |
Community Participation for Growth
Most development programmes become non-starters at the last mile due to a lack of community involvement. What is needed is a bottom-up approach and mobilising the marginalised in their own development. |
Role of Cloud in Services Delivery
Cloud can assume different roles and help deliver essential goods and services in varied disguises. The essence lies in modulating cloud to suit individual requirements of various departments and organisations. |
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Feedback - Inclusion:
October -December 2012
It addresses the issues regarding direct benefit transfer scheme of UPA-II. Prithviraj Chavan, Chief Minister, Maharashtra I look forward to INCLUSION’s suggestions and comments on various issues. Kodikunnil Suresh, Minister of State, Labour & Employment An informative and a well documented publication. Congratulations. Jaswant Singh, Member, Lok SabhaINCLUSION
mentions the flaws in the revival and inclusion strategy of the
government particularly the direct benefit transfer scheme. While many
of these issues have been covered in various publications, a small note
highlighting the major deficiencies and the corrections which may be
needed, would be helpful for taking up this matter in the Parliament. N K Singh, Member, Rajya SabhaINCLUSION’s thoughtfulness is appreciated. Bijay ‘Jay’ Panda, Member, Lok Sabha
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