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India at 70

Seventy years after independence, prime minister Narendra Modi and the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party have a vision for a new India, but slowing growth and the shock of last year’s demonetisation have cast doubt over their methods

Narendra Modi’s vision of a ‘new India’ is being tested
The prime minister wants to ‘purify the country’ but the shock of demonetisation has cast doubt over his methods
Renewable energy industry races to keep pace with New Delhi’s ambitious targets
After a frenzy of bidding, fluctuating prices have begun to hit growth
India’s rivers and air remain dirty despite New Delhi’s promises
Activists regret that little progress has been made on pollution and sanitation
Timeline: Seventy years of Indian history
From partition and independence to the rise of Narendra Modi
Restrictions on freedom and diversity tarnish Nehru’s dream for India
Seventy years later, India is wilfully frittering away its opportunities and influence
Foreign investors give Indian tech start-ups a boost
Funding by Chinese companies and SoftBank raises expectations

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