http://www.spiegel.de Daily news, analysis and opinion from Europe's leading newsmagazine and Germany's top news Web site. en Sat, 25 May 2013 01:22:38 +0200 Sat, 25 May 2013 01:22:38 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de http://www.spiegel.de/static/sys/logo_120x61.gif http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/drug-companies-perform-medical-tests-in-developing-countries-a-899798.html#ref=rss For years, major pharmaceutical companies have been testing new drugs in developing countries like India. The practice is forbidden, but the use of subcontractors makes it difficult to detect. Tue, 14 May 2013 17:56:16 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/drug-companies-perform-medical-tests-in-developing-countries-a-899798.html For years, major pharmaceutical companies have been testing new drugs in developing countries like India. The practice is forbidden, but the use of subcontractors makes it difficult to detect.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/business/departing-goldman-sachs-exec-still-sees-bright-future-for-bric-nations-a-890194.html#ref=rss Jim O'Neill, who coined the acronymn BRIC for emerging nations, plans to leave his post at Goldman Sachs this year. In an interview with SPIEGEL ONLINE, he discusses the banking industry and why he still sees a bright future for China and Russia. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:50:27 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/business/departing-goldman-sachs-exec-still-sees-bright-future-for-bric-nations-a-890194.html Jim O'Neill, who coined the acronymn BRIC for emerging nations, plans to leave his post at Goldman Sachs this year. In an interview with SPIEGEL ONLINE, he discusses the banking industry and why he still sees a bright future for China and Russia. ]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/economic-miracle-in-india-bypasses-poor-a-889779.html#ref=rss Unlike in China, India's economic miracle has failed to benefit the poor. Instead, the rich are getting richer in this notoriously divided land, and government support fails to reach those in need. Thu, 21 Mar 2013 16:37:01 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/economic-miracle-in-india-bypasses-poor-a-889779.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/business/global-ship-breaking-business-booms-as-container-industry-suffers-a-883122.html#ref=rss The infamous oil tanker <i>Exxon Valdez</i> is almost completely gone, most of it having already been recycled in India's voracious steel mills. But its dismantling on a beach in India has once again highlighted the dangers, both environmental and physical, associated with the booming ship-breaking industry. Thu, 14 Feb 2013 13:17:00 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/business/global-ship-breaking-business-booms-as-container-industry-suffers-a-883122.html The infamous oil tanker Exxon Valdez is almost completely gone, most of it having already been recycled in India's voracious steel mills. But its dismantling on a beach in India has once again highlighted the dangers, both environmental and physical, associated with the booming ship-breaking industry.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/exploring-the-lives-of-the-rape-victim-and-suspects-in-india-a-879187.html#ref=rss The case has shaken India and shocked the world. Relatives and friends describe the fate of the 23-year-old woman who was raped in mid-December in New Delhi and died. Fri, 25 Jan 2013 14:12:16 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/exploring-the-lives-of-the-rape-victim-and-suspects-in-india-a-879187.html The case has shaken India and shocked the world. Relatives and friends describe the fate of the 23-year-old woman who was raped in mid-December in New Delhi and died. ]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/gang-rape-case-in-india-puts-spotlight-on-misogyny-and-sexism-a-876863.html#ref=rss The case of the student gang raped in Delhi reveals how deep-seated misogyny remains in Indian society. Even as women are encouraged to study and join the work force, prejudice is rampant. It is time for change. Thu, 10 Jan 2013 18:10:00 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/gang-rape-case-in-india-puts-spotlight-on-misogyny-and-sexism-a-876863.html The case of the student gang raped in Delhi reveals how deep-seated misogyny remains in Indian society. Even as women are encouraged to study and join the work force, prejudice is rampant. It is time for change.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-disregards-evergreening-drug-patents-to-help-companies-and-poor-a-869601.html#ref=rss For years, India has refused to respect the patents of foreign pharmaceutical companies suspected of slightly altering their drugs merely to extend their profitability. In doing so, it helps not only the growing number of domestic generic drug makers, but also the millions who can hardly even afford the copycat drugs. Wed, 28 Nov 2012 14:57:29 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-disregards-evergreening-drug-patents-to-help-companies-and-poor-a-869601.html For years, India has refused to respect the patents of foreign pharmaceutical companies suspected of slightly altering their drugs merely to extend their profitability. In doing so, it helps not only the growing number of domestic generic drug makers, but also the millions who can hardly even afford the copycat drugs.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-pushes-forward-with-massive-expansion-of-nuclear-capabilities-a-868662.html#ref=rss The 2011 disaster at Japan's Fukushima plant led many countries to turn away from nuclear power. But a growing population and rising economy has prompted India to massively expand its nuclear program -- even in the face of technological worries and fervent opposition. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 13:04:56 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-pushes-forward-with-massive-expansion-of-nuclear-capabilities-a-868662.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-caught-between-superpower-dreams-and-harsh-realities-a-851247.html#ref=rss Poverty is still rampant in India and chaos remains a defining characteristic. But the country is also a global leader in high tech, has become the world's leading weapons importer and is planning a mission to Mars. On the way to superpower status, India must first overcome deep-seated corruption and internal division. Thu, 06 Sep 2012 11:06:19 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/india-caught-between-superpower-dreams-and-harsh-realities-a-851247.html Poverty is still rampant in India and chaos remains a defining characteristic. But the country is also a global leader in high tech, has become the world's leading weapons importer and is planning a mission to Mars. On the way to superpower status, India must first overcome deep-seated corruption and internal division.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/new-hitler-store-in-india-triggers-global-uproar-a-853199.html#ref=rss The Jewish community in India is outraged by a men's clothing store that calls itself "Hitler" and uses the swastika in its branding. In an interview with SPIEGEL ONLINE, one of the store's co-owners claims to not understand the fuss and says he intends to keep the name. Fri, 31 Aug 2012 15:04:50 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/new-hitler-store-in-india-triggers-global-uproar-a-853199.html The Jewish community in India is outraged by a men's clothing store that calls itself "Hitler" and uses the swastika in its branding. In an interview with SPIEGEL ONLINE, one of the store's co-owners claims to not understand the fuss and says he intends to keep the name.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/growing-resistance-to-german-arms-exports-to-india-a-844934.html#ref=rss India is among the world's biggest buyers of weapons -- and the German defense industry wants in on the bonanza. Parliamentarians in Berlin, though, believe that companies are skirting export restrictions to do so -- and that Chancellor Merkel's government is simply looking the other way. Wed, 18 Jul 2012 11:00:27 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/growing-resistance-to-german-arms-exports-to-india-a-844934.html India is among the world's biggest buyers of weapons -- and the German defense industry wants in on the bonanza. Parliamentarians in Berlin, though, believe that companies are skirting export restrictions to do so -- and that Chancellor Merkel's government is simply looking the other way.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/germany-plans-to-dispose-of-bhopal-toxic-waste-a-840791.html#ref=rss The Bhopal disaster in 1984 was one of the worst industrial accidents in history. But almost three decades later, toxic waste is still being stored on the site under poor conditions. Now, a German government agency will transport hundreds of tons of hazardous material to Germany for disposal. Tue, 26 Jun 2012 08:44:00 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/germany-plans-to-dispose-of-bhopal-toxic-waste-a-840791.html The Bhopal disaster in 1984 was one of the worst industrial accidents in history. But almost three decades later, toxic waste is still being stored on the site under poor conditions. Now, a German government agency will transport hundreds of tons of hazardous material to Germany for disposal.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/german-press-review-on-india-s-ballistic-missile-test-a-828744.html#ref=rss India added itself to the short list of nuclear-armed countries with ballistic missile capability on Thursday. More importantly, though, the country's successful test marks a new chapter in the developing Asian arms race. German commentators express deep concern on Friday. Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:19:49 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/german-press-review-on-india-s-ballistic-missile-test-a-828744.html India added itself to the short list of nuclear-armed countries with ballistic missile capability on Thursday. More importantly, though, the country's successful test marks a new chapter in the developing Asian arms race. German commentators express deep concern on Friday.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/two-journalists-and-an-oil-transaction-germany-s-role-in-a-business-deal-with-iran-a-754571.html#ref=rss With Berlin's approval, the German central bank provided assistance to India in an oil deal with Iran. The US has vociferously criticized any such dealings with Tehran, but according to information received by SPIEGEL ONLINE, the deal was connected with the release of two German reporters detained by the Ahmadinejad regime. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 18:11:09 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/two-journalists-and-an-oil-transaction-germany-s-role-in-a-business-deal-with-iran-a-754571.html With Berlin's approval, the German central bank provided assistance to India in an oil deal with Iran. The US has vociferously criticized any such dealings with Tehran, but according to information received by SPIEGEL ONLINE, the deal was connected with the release of two German reporters detained by the Ahmadinejad regime.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/wind-turbine-tycoon-tulsi-tanti-we-should-not-fear-china-but-learn-from-them-instead-a-749647.html#ref=rss He is rich, Indian and head of the fast-growing wind turbine manufacturer Suzlon. Tulsi Tanti spoke with SPIEGEL ONLINE about his plans for wind energy in Germany, the future of nuclear energy and what the West can learn from China. Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:40:55 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/wind-turbine-tycoon-tulsi-tanti-we-should-not-fear-china-but-learn-from-them-instead-a-749647.html He is rich, Indian and head of the fast-growing wind turbine manufacturer Suzlon. Tulsi Tanti spoke with SPIEGEL ONLINE about his plans for wind energy in Germany, the future of nuclear energy and what the West can learn from China.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/eurofighters-for-india-germany-will-contribute-to-an-arms-race-charges-opposition-a-744727.html#ref=rss Selling fighter jets to India would violate weapons-export guidelines, say members of the German opposition, who are criticizing a trip by Defense Minister Guttenberg to India this week. New Delhi has dangled a fat contract for a fleet of jets, but critics say Berlin should not export weapons to a crisis zone. Thu, 10 Feb 2011 13:45:00 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/germany/eurofighters-for-india-germany-will-contribute-to-an-arms-race-charges-opposition-a-744727.html http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/bollywood-dreams-can-shah-rukh-khan-make-berlin-sexy-for-indians-a-729807.html#ref=rss Bollywood Star Shah Rukh Khan is shooting an action film in Berlin this fall, partly financed with German movie subsidies. The city is hoping that its investment and the role it will play in the film can help make the city a destination for Indian tourists. Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:21:04 +0100 http://www.spiegel.de/international/zeitgeist/bollywood-dreams-can-shah-rukh-khan-make-berlin-sexy-for-indians-a-729807.html Bollywood Star Shah Rukh Khan is shooting an action film in Berlin this fall, partly financed with German movie subsidies. The city is hoping that its investment and the role it will play in the film can help make the city a destination for Indian tourists.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/the-copenhagen-protocol-how-china-and-india-sabotaged-the-un-climate-summit-a-692861.html#ref=rss What really went on at the UN climate conference in Copenhagen? Secret recordings obtained by SPIEGEL reveal how China and India prevented an agreement on tackling climate change at the crucial meeting. The powerless Europeans were forced to look on as the agreement failed. Wed, 05 May 2010 19:10:48 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/the-copenhagen-protocol-how-china-and-india-sabotaged-the-un-climate-summit-a-692861.html What really went on at the UN climate conference in Copenhagen? Secret recordings obtained by SPIEGEL reveal how China and India prevented an agreement on tackling climate change at the crucial meeting. The powerless Europeans were forced to look on as the agreement failed.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/punjab-protests-austria-s-deadly-sikh-clash-sparks-unrest-in-india-a-626647.html#ref=rss A deadly attack on two preachers in a Sikh temple in Austria has sparked unrest in India. The guru Sant Rama Nand fell victim to assailants wielding a gun and knives. Police have imposed a curfew in the city of Jalandhar after overnight violence. Mon, 25 May 2009 11:50:32 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/punjab-protests-austria-s-deadly-sikh-clash-sparks-unrest-in-india-a-626647.html A deadly attack on two preachers in a Sikh temple in Austria has sparked unrest in India. The guru Sant Rama Nand fell victim to assailants wielding a gun and knives. Police have imposed a curfew in the city of Jalandhar after overnight violence.]]> http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/elections-in-india-next-generation-of-gandhis-has-eye-on-power-a-623441.html#ref=rss The Gandhi siblings, the heirs of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, are the stars of India's massive parliamentary elections, whose fourth phase was held Thursday. The ruling Congress Party hopes to groom Sonia Gandhi's son Rahul to become a future prime minister. Thu, 07 May 2009 14:45:58 +0200 http://www.spiegel.de/international/world/elections-in-india-next-generation-of-gandhis-has-eye-on-power-a-623441.html The Gandhi siblings, the heirs of Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi, are the stars of India's massive parliamentary elections, whose fourth phase was held Thursday. The ruling Congress Party hopes to groom Sonia Gandhi's son Rahul to become a future prime minister.]]>