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What does the RSS ban on government employees b...
Nilanjan Mukhopadyay speaks to us about why the RSS ban on government employees has been lifted now, and whether this decision has anything to do with efforts to remove Adityanath as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh.
26 min
152
Paris Olympics: Preview of India’s medal prospects
YB Sarangi provides a comprehensive overview of the upcoming Paris Olympics, detailing what to expect from the event, highlighting key competitions and athletes, and analysing India's medal prospects.
47 min
153
Trump at the RNC: How has the assassination att...
Varghese K George joins us to talk about the Trump assassination attempt, the controversies surrounding it and how this will impact the presidential race. He also discusses why Trump chose JD Vance as his running mate.
33 min
154
From Indira Rasois to Amma Unavagams: Why does ...
Reetika Khera speaks to us about why we need government canteens when we have PDS, and if these canteens should be scaled up and expanded to states that don’t have them.
44 min
155
What does PM Modi’s visit to Russia really mean...
In this episode, Swaran Singh discusses PM Modi's remarks on regional peace, the challenges of boosting trade between the two nations, the evolving dynamics of their relationship, and India's emphasis on strategic autonomy.
33 min
156
Why is India not exercising enough?
Dr. K. Srinath Reddy talks about insufficient physical activity among Indians, how this increases the risk of various diseases, the necessity for government and policy-level measures to create green, safe spaces, and why exercising needs to begin at a young age.
26 min
157
Can Iran’s reformist President-elect deliver on...
Stanly Johny speaks to us about what Iranians can expect from the Pezeshkian presidency, and what the change in presidency means for the country’s foreign policy.
30 min
158
Will Operation Azm-i-Istehkam curb terrorism in...
Ramanathan Kumar speaks to us about Pakistan’s new military operation against terrorism in the country, and whether that will make a difference in how the Pakistani establishment deals with terrorism.
30 min
159
Sri Lanka Presidential elections: Will they del...
Meera Srinivasan speaks to us about whether the economic crisis in Sri Lanka is over, and if any politician is offering an economic vision for the country that does not have the fingerprints of the IMF.
31 min
160
How will concerns over Biden’s ‘cognitive decli...
Sanjay Ruparelia speaks to us about whether Biden is likely to stay the course, or whether he will make way for someone else, and if he steps aside who has a chance of winning against Trump.
34 min
161
Why India's millions of domestic workers have n...
Sonia George explains the legal position of domestic workers in India, why a long-pending law to protect their rights has been pending for years and what happens when workers from India go to other countries.
37 min
162
What lies ahead for Britain under Starmer? | In...
Andrew Whitehead speaks to us about the British general elections, and what the country can expect under their new Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
26 min
163
Will the T20 World Cup win trigger a phase of I...
Amol Karhadkar speaks to us about the triumph of the Indian men’s cricket team at the T20 World Cup, and what is in store for cricket fans with the Women’s T20 World Cup scheduled for October.
28 min
164
What does India need to do to make its railways...
Sudhanshu Mani explains what's behind the recent train accidents, the status of the Kavach system, the working conditions of loco pilots and how the rail system can improve upon its safety.
24 min
165
Wimbledon 2024: Preview and analysis of the men...
N. Sudarshan speaks to us about what the Wimbledon 2024 draw looks like, and how the key contenders are faring with regard to form and fitness.
22 min
166
Can AI revolutionize the way we interact with p...
Tarun Pathak speaks to us about how AI can personalise a phone experience, help in content creation, and its implications on privacy and security.
26 min
167
Decoding the geopolitical implications of the R...
In this episode, Sandip Kumar Mishra joins us to explain the relations between Russia and North Korea, how China might view this pact, and the impact on South Korea and Japan.
36 min
168
Is India equipped to deal with the rise in its ...
In this episode, Anupama Datta from HelpAge India discusses India's preparedness for its growing elderly population, the need for improved geriatric care, and solutions to their financial challenges.
35 min
169
How well can Gandhi Sagar sanctuary accommodate...
Ravi Chellam shares his insights about the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary, whether it will be a perfect home for cheetahs, what preparations have been made and how the authorities will ensure that the cheetahs don’t stray into human habitations.
26 min
170
Why is the ad industry unhappy with MIB’s self-...
Gowree Gokhale joins us to explain why the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) implemented the self-declaration mandate, why this decision upset ad agencies, and whether it is an effective way to protect consumers from false claims.
29 min
171
What’s behind the calls for an independent prob...
Anita Rampal and Dr G R Ravindranath speak to us about the various problems with NEET 2024, and how we can ensure transparency and accountability in the functioning of NTA.
44 min
172
What’s behind the record number of ‘heat wave’ ...
Raghu Murtugudde speaks to us about the reason behind the number of heatwaves this summer, and what the public health implications and remedies are.
27 min
173
Does India need to be concerned about the avian...
Dr Subramanian Swaminathan explains how and why the recent avian flu outbreak occurred, what the concerns for India are, and the necessity for better preparedness measures as well as reforms in the poultry sector.
28 min
174
Modi's third term: What can we expect from his ...
As Narendra Modi takes the oath for a third consecutive term as PM of India, Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay joins us to discuss the months and years ahead for the NDA government and what we can expect.
31 min
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What is the Biden peace plan for Gaza and will ...
Stanly Johny joins us to provide further insights into President Biden's three-phase plan. He discusses the reason behind the president's decision to publicise this strategy and whether Israel is likely to accept it.
29 min