Monthly Archives: March 2010

Globalization, whether considered beneficial or harmful, is often considered the major driving force of the modern global economy. From clothing to computers, most of the products we use have components from many countries and are produced far from where they … Continue reading →

Alms…….to give or not to give? That is the question. Visitors to India each year are most certainly bombarded by children in the streets begging for money, all day, every day. Often, these kind-hearted visitors will feel such sympathy; they … Continue reading →

For centuries, India has taken pride in its ability to assimilate foreigners that immigrate to its territory. The videshi (foreigner), allured by the many charms of India becomes a deshi, someone native to the desh (country). A historical example of … Continue reading →

In the last few weeks, Jason and Kirk were working hard to set up a video conference with some MET University MBA students whom we are going to meet in June. Last Thursday it was finally happening. The evening started … Continue reading →

It was 4:00 am and I couldn’t sleep. Naturally I started to think about our India trip and logged on to our India blog site. Since the beginning of this year I feel like I have learned a lot about … Continue reading →

As most of you know, for centuries, Indian tradition has given parents ultimate power in deciding who their children marry. As India continues to modernize, however, marriages based on love are becoming increasingly common. The long held norm of arranged … Continue reading →

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On one hand, you could say that India is a notably tolerant country. Conversely, many argue that this isn’t so. Conflicts within the country between different castes and classes leave the impression that India is not so tolerant. However, treatment … Continue reading →

Photo: Ville Miettinen One thing about India that always perplexed me is that cows are seemingly allowed to roam free on city streets and in garbage strewn alley-ways. Why is this? Is this related to cow worship? Is it against … Continue reading →