Podcast Episodes

In Focus-Parley | Is corruption the biggest threat to India's future?

Corruption has shaped elections, toppled governments and sparked some of the biggest public protests in independent India. 

Digitalisation has transf…

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Spain wins the World Cup, but did FIFA favour Argentina?

Spain are world champions once again after a dominant FIFA World Cup campaign, defeating Argentina 1-0 in the final. But beyond the result, the tourn…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Fuelling a pushback: Is India mismanaging the switch to E20 petrol?

The nationwide rollout of E20 petrol has become a political issue. As people complain of engine damage and lower mileage, the Opposition has accused …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Bonus episode | How the war on Iran changed the Gulf security order

The war on Iran may be over, but its consequences are only beginning to reshape the Persian Gulf. For decades, Gulf monarchies have balanced security…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

When Africa Comes to America: How will rising Black Immigration transform US

A new book by Neeraj Kaushal, Professor of Social Policy at Columbia University, titled When Africa Comes to America: How the Next Wave of Immigrants…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

How has the use of VAR impacted FIFA World Cup 2026?

In 2016, The International Football Association Board (IFAB), which oversees the laws of the game, approved trials for video referees. This edition m…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

In Focus-Parley | Does national recognition come belatedly for south Indian artistes?

Are South Indians overlooked for the Padma Awards and national awards. The issue regained prominence following the death of legendary playback singer…

2 months, 3 weeks ago

El Nino again: How to climate-proof Indian agriculture?

The El Nino phenomenon is back this year, which means, a deficient monsoon in India. This, in turn, means a challenging time for Indian farmers.

Less…

2 months, 4 weeks ago

Bonus episode | Did India read the war on Iran wrong?

Since October 7, West Asia has witnessed a cascade of crises, from the war in Gaza, attacks on Red Sea shipping, to the fall of the Assad regime in S…

2 months, 4 weeks ago

B'lore abuse: Why is early childhood care an unregulated space in India?

Allegations of abuse and mistreatment of children at a daycare facility run on the campus of a tech company in Bangalore have sent shockwaves across …

3 months ago