The crash in Ahmedabad was among the worst aviation disasters in recent history. It came in the wake of seemingly unending bad news for Air India – delays, cancellations, poor maintenance, staff indifference and revolt… Experts say it’s a long road to recovery for the airline reacquired by the Tata Group. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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Elon Musk’s Starlink – a satellite-based high-speed, low-latency broadband offering – could revolutionise Indian telecom and transform the rural economy. However, there are also concerns about data security and geopolitical risks. Local telecom operators also say the low taxes on such services could hurt their business. There is, however, no doubting the potential of such an offering. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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It’s not just businesses; non-profits, civic agencies and the public sector now recognise the potential of data science to address social challenges and drive positive change. It combines statistical analysis, computer science and domain expertise to solve some of our most complex problems – from climate change to poverty and education to hunger. Can India use data science to deliver social impact at scale? Srikrishna Sridhar Murthy, Co-founder and CEO of Sattva Consulting, and an expert on the use of data for social impact, speaks to All Indians Matter.

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The much-delayed census has finally gotten the green light. Among the world’s largest administrative exercises, it has a long and fascinating history. It’s almost as if the data tells the story of India itself. This data is critical for a range of decisions, from economic planning and welfare to how many electoral constituencies there should be and their shape. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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More than 3.3 billion people live in developing countries that spend more on interest payments than on education or health. Sovereign debt levels of developing economies are a threat to economic stability. At least 50 such countries spend more than 10% of their revenues on debt servicing, which is squeezing their finances and creating risks. In these countries, interest payments also outweigh climate investments, adding further risks to existing vulnerabilities. A UNCTAD report says global public debt hit a record high of $97 trillion in 2023, with developing countries accounting for $29 trillion. Their debt has grown twice as fast as the others’ since 2010. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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The Chabahar port provides India with stable, quicker access to Central Asia and Europe, making it one of the cornerstones of our economic and political strategies. Its strategic location allows India to bypass Pakistan and monitor China’s activities in the Persian Gulf better too. It also builds on India’s ancient, historic ties with Eurasia. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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As urbanisation grows and so does the pressure on metros, technology is rapidly becoming the foundation of urban management. The solutions span a range of services, from e-governance to waste management and water management to mobility. Jaya Dhindaw, Executive Program Director, Sustainable Cities, and Director, WRI India, speaks to All Indians Matter.

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Prostate cancer is on the rise in India, posing not just medical but also financial challenges. Low awareness, stigma around the symptoms and the potentially high cost of treatment are serious concerns. If you are over 45 years of age or have a family history of prostate cancer, make sure you consult your doctor and get regular checkups. If caught early, prostate cancer is curable. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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India’s high net worth individuals are making a beeline for other countries. A better standard of living, lower taxes, ease of doing business, better healthcare and even climate change are some of the reasons they are moving abroad and in many cases even giving up their citizenship. This could have a long-term impact on the Indian economy because these individuals contribute majorly to the GDP, tax revenues and job creation. Their exit means a significant volume wealth leaving the country. Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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Not too long ago, US President Donald Trump warned BRICS countries against replacing the dollar as a reserve currency. He threatened 100% tariffs if they did so. Why is the US dollar the world’s reserve currency? What does it mean for the global economy? And what would happen if it lost that position? Please listen to the latest episode of All Indians Matter.

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