Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Letters to Editor: Banking, Oil, BRICS, and GM Crop Concerns
Several readers shared their opinions on recent news.
One reader discussed the need to handle bank loans carefully to prevent financial losses.
Another talked about how the US and EU are asking India to stop buying oil from Russia, and the government is hoping for cheaper oil soon.
A third reader believes that the BRICS countries (like India, China, and Russia) can create a more balanced world order, but warns of potential problems.
Lastly, a reader suggests that India should be cautious about allowing the import or growth of GM crops until more research is conducted.
Letters to the editor cover topics including bank loan write-offs, Russian oil imports, the role of BRICS, and GM crops.
VSK Pillai emphasizes timely recognition of loan impairment to prevent write-offs and the need for action against wilful defaulters.
RV Baskaran discusses pressure on India from the US and EU to cease Russian oil imports, and the government's hope for falling oil prices.
Arul Mozhi Varman argues BRICS presents an opportunity for a multipolar world, cautioning India about escalating tensions.
Kosaraju Chandramouli suggests delaying GM crop import/cultivation until further studies are done, opposing US pressure.
- Who
- Readers VSK Pillai, RV Baskaran, Arul Mozhi Varman, and Kosaraju Chandramouli shared their views.
- What
- Readers shared opinions on current events.
- When
- The letters were published on July 23, 2025.
- Where
- The readers are from Kerala, Pune, TN, and Hyderabad.
- Why
- To express their views on current events, including bank loans, oil imports, international alliances, and GM crops.
Concerns
Actions
GM Crops
Concerns
India should not succumb to any amount of US pressure in its attempts to gain access to the Indian market for its GM produce.
Actions
US push for GM crops
- Publication Date
- July 23, 2025
- Topics Covered
- Bank loans, Russian oil, BRICS, GM crops
- Geographic Locations
- Kerala, Pune, TN, Hyderabad