I have a bittersweet relationship with newsletters.

It is easy for the rate of collection of newsletter subscriptions/receipt of newsletter emails to far exceed the rate of absorptive reading. It reminds me of something someone said: "Buying books and reading books are two different activities/hobbies".

If you are at all interested in keeping abreast of economic/business journalism in India, or on deep think pieces on society and economics globally, try these posts:

1. Finshots ('The Ken' is a close contender)

Fascinating topics and well-researched delivery of financial business & economic news from India. Highly educative - on startup valuations, government financing, financial innovation, failures, etc. Somehow, it is free! I would definitely convert if it were paid.

The Ken is another great source on business journalism covering businesses, startups and healthcare. It is a paid subscription, and I have not fully opted in yet.

2. Balaji Srinivasan and & 'Not Boring' by Patty McMormick

I read these on and off. However, I find they both offer very useful and insightful perspectives into technology, economic and social organisation, as well as social implications. Fairly original, and well researched pieces.

3. Wait But Why by Tim Urban, Ribbonfarm by Venkatesh Rao

I am not a regular reader of these two newsletters, but they make for fun, insightful readings. 'Wait But Why' is random and fun, with topics ranging from philosophy to technology with a side of analysis of societal implications.

Re: Ribbonfarm, I like the parent blog, and thus had to subscribe to this newsletter. It is a breath of fresh air, and offers unique and thought provoking perspectives into the world around us. Sample post to win you over: 'A Big Little Idea called Legibility.'