Humility

With Malice Towards None

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Ashis was a man of sharp intellect, yet what made him truly remarkable was his warmth, humility, and innate ability to put people at ease. He carried no arrogance despite his brilliance and no sharp edges despite his incisive mind. Whether in the intense world of academia or in the playful company of a child, […]

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A Gentleman Prime Minister

Leave a Comment / Uncategorized / Samir Kumar Barua

My first encounter with Dr. Manmohan Singh occurred in the latter half of 1992 at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA). The meeting was arranged by Dr. Ashok Desai, who was then the Chief Consultant for the Finance Ministry. At the time, there was a palpable sense of uncertainty surrounding the future of the

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