Dr YV Reddy has inspired widespread praise for his dextrous handling of India’s central bank. He speaks to Karina Robinson.
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Taking sides in the China-India debate
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India’s hunt for capital continues
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Foreign firms work India’s loopholes
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How Iceland trounced India with efficient management
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India’s credit clean-up
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