I learned that India has a rich history in agriculture, as Bronze Age farming technology has been found and a second century dam is still in use today. Currently, two thirds of the populace work in agriculture, but it only earns one fifth of the countries GDP. However, despite the relatively small profits, 43% of the land is used for agriculture and nearly a third is given to rice farms. Additionally, India is the largest producer of tea, jute, sugar cane, and cashews and is dependent on the season monsoons for rain.

In an article I read, it appears that not only is crime (especially against women) prevalent, but it is rising. In Mumbai, a city known for its safety, the rate of crimes, especially sexual offenses and rape, have been increasing over the years, due to a lack of attention to the country's youth and a small police force.

Another reason why the NSA needs to be regulated, and that not everything is permissible in the name of security

An interesting way to solve the standoff with a win-win situation, if the representatives are willing to work together.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/a-face-saving-plan-to-end-the-obamacare-shutdown-stalement/2013/10/07/fc5eef72-2f65-11e3-bbed-a8a60c601153_story.html?tid=auto_complete

Possible non-militant solution to Syria's chemical weapons. Met with skepticism from White House.