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INDIA
TODAY: May 2001 to
August 2001
 August
27, 2001
Villains
Of The Economy
As the economic downturn worsens, the Atal Bihari
Vajpayee Government comes under fire for holding up key reforms. INDIA
TODAY analyses the performance of 10 ministers to find the extent and
causes of inefficiency.
States: Haryana:
Crime And Reward
 August
20, 2001
Missing
The Leader
The nation seems to be in the middle of a leadership
crisis. An opinion poll conducted by ORG-MARG for INDIA TODAY shows that
both Vajpayee and Sonia Gandhi's popularity ratings have dropped, leaving
the people yearning for a strong leader like Indira Gandhi.
States: Delhi:
Fuelling Crisis
 August
13, 2001
Falling
Star
The uproar over the prime minister's threat to
resign may be over with the NDA reaffirming its faith and promising to
behave. But the incident has called into question Vajpayee's inclination
to govern. Buffeted by crises, is he preparing for a last bow? A report.
Science:
Astronomy: Space Invaders
 August
6, 2001
Bloody
Finale
In life, Phoolan Devi combined the brutal underbelly
of India with political fame and glamour. Gunned down in Delhi, her death
could become the occasion for a new round of caste conflict in Uttar Pradesh.
A report
The Nation:
Kashmir: Back To The Trenches
 July
30, 2001
Hit
And Run
After two days of intense discussions and frenetic
speculation, the Agra summit failed to reconcile the differences between
the two countries. The inside story of what really happened. Were the
two sides ever close to a settlement? What will be the consequences of
a failed summit?
Business:
UTI: A New Cleaner
 July
23, 2001
The
Lost Nation
General Pervez Musharraf is on the offensive,
wielding unlimited powers and taking on the stablishment in a bid to whip
a battered nation back into shape. But will he succeed? Plus an exclusive
interview with the Pakistan President.
States: Tamil
Nadu: Caught In The Dark Act
 July
16, 2001
Mission
Kashmir
Having consolidated his position at home, the
President of Pakistan is clear that any diplomatic advance in Agra will
be measured against India's willingness to review its position on Kashmir.
Can Prime Minister Vajpayee oblige his guest?
Business:
UTI: Trust Betrayed
 July
9, 2001
Where Have
All The Jobs Gone?
Old jobs are being slashed and new ones have slowed down to a trickle.
With corporate India shedding staff faster than ever before, the worst
sufferers are freshers and middle-level managers.
The Nation:
Agra Summit: Preparing For Musharraf
 July
2, 2001
The Luckies
The Labelled, Urban, Chilled, Kicked-with-life Indians are here. The most
fortunate ever if only for the choices before it, this generation is glib,
global, cocky and informed — and chases success with an awesome spending
power.
Neighbours:
Pakistan: Civil Lines
 June
25, 2001
Creating
History
Aamir Khan steers away from mushy romance in lush locations in his first
production, Lagaan. The formula-busting period film on colonial arrogance,
backed by good acting, promises to give Indian cinema a classy makeover.
The Nation:
Government: Governance On The Hold
 June
18, 2001
Love And
Death In Kathmandu
Who killed King Birendra and his family? Evidence points to a crown prince
gone berserk over a love affair. Not only does the new ruler, King Gyanendra,
have to win over the people, he also has to address the unpopularity of
his own son. A report.
Business:
New Cars: Premium Drive
 June
11, 2001
Syndrome
X
Studies show that Indians are genetically predisposed to physiological
symptoms collectively called Syndrome X. This makes them highly susceptible
to heart disease. Fortunately, technology can help detect coronary artery
disease at an early stage.
Economy:
Monsoon: Good Monsoon So What?
 June
4, 2001
What Can
They Talk?
With the Kashmir cease-fire floundering amid repeated cross-border firing,
the Centre takes a major initiative to resume a dialogue with Pakistan.
However, the ghosts of Lahore loom over the horizon, raising doubts about
any positive outcome in the new attempt at peace-making.
Economy:
Forecast: What Lies Ahead
 May
28, 2001
Convict
Queen
Though Jayalalitha was debarred from contesting the elections on grounds
of her conviction in a corruption case, she was sworn in as chief minister
of Tamil Nadu. Will her aggressive game plan work? And should popular
mandate overrule judicial verdicts?
States: West
Bengal: Keeping Left
 May
21, 2001
Top 10
Colleges Of India
As admission time approaches, students face the dilemma of making a choice
from among the 10,000-odd colleges. INDIA TODAY-Gallup's fifth survey
ranks the centres of excellence on key factors. The best in Arts, Science,
Commerce, Law, Medicine and Engineering.
The Nation:
PMO : Foreign Policy Privatised
 May
14, 2001
Two Winners
And A Photo Finish
According to the INDIA TODAY-ORG-MARG opinion poll, there will be clear
winners in two states, but a tight finish in a third.
Business:
Bottled Water: Liquid Asset
 May
7, 2001
Children
For Sale
For as little as Rs 3,000 impoverished parents sell their children to
adoption centres and unscrupulous operators in Andhra Pradesh, who in
turn earn up to Rs 3 lakh from foster families. A look at the people involved,
the law and where the process went wrong.
Neighbours:
Bangladesh: Past Tense
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