Five must-read stories—November 26

Amartya Sen on Demonetisation

“The people who are best equipped to avoid the intended trap of demonetisation are precisely the ones who are seasoned dealers in black money — not the common people and small traders who are undergoing one more misery in addition to all the deprivations and indignities from which they suffer.” In The Indian Express.

Nalanda University Chancellor George Yeo resigns

“The circumstances under which the leadership change in Nalanda University has been suddenly and summarily effected is disturbing and possibly harmful to the University’s development. It is puzzling why I, as Chancellor, was not even given notice of it.” In The Indian Express.

Anti-national on Ayodhya Hill

Ghasiram Hansda, 50, believes that a "bad man called Mudi" is responsible for the meagre cash in his possession becoming junk. The resident of a tribal village in the Ayodhya Hills in Purulia shows no signs of recognition when told the name is Narendra Modi and he is the Prime Minister of the country. Amenities and comforts of everyday life in the world beyond Ghasiram's village have passed him by but nevertheless, he is feeling the pinch of demonetisation. In The Telegraph.

How safe is your mobile wallet?

While the Prime minister waxes eloquent on people using their mobiles (smartphones) for transactions, this short video points out the absence of safety features in them. Watch the video on TheQuint.com.

Alternative university in Ladakh by engineer behind 3 Idiots

An alternative university set up in Ladakh by Sonam Wangchuk, who inspired the character Phunsukh Wangdu in the Bollywood hit 3 Idiots, will engage students in finding real solutions to real life challenges faced by the people of the mountains. This project could change the face of higher education in India. From the Deccan Chronicle.