Continuing the InterLinked podcast series: “The Unravelling of the Conflict”,  where we continue our exploration of conflicts from various perspectives, Tanish Srivastava is in conversation with Mr Anant Mishra, who has an academic background in national security, international relations, and counterterrorism. His research has been used by various important institutions such as the Government of India, the government of Nigeria and the United Nations as well.

In this podcast they discuss and delve into the contemporary status of insurgency, militancy and terrorism across the globe, and discuss military strategy involved in dealing with insurgency internationally.

Gain valuable insights into the challenges posed by terrorism and the impact of unstable geopolitical circumstances on security patterns. This episode promises a deep exploration of the complexities surrounding counterterrorism efforts during times of conflict, offering a nuanced understanding of the broader implications on a global scale. Tune in for a compelling conversation that unveils the layers of the terrorism movement in today's turbulent world.

Continuing the InterLinked podcast series: “The Unravelling of the Conflict”, where we continue our exploration of conflicts from various perspectives, Ishie Pasricha is in conversation with Mr. Bipin Ghimire, a Doctoral Candidate at the Department of International Relations at the South Asian University, who specialises in Geopolitics and Refugee Studies. Mr. Ghimire's commitment to capacity and peace building is evident through his tenure at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), where he contributed significantly to the projects focusing on different vulnerable refugee groups.

In this podcast they discuss and delve into the intricate dynamics of the Refugee movement and immigration, especially in the midst of conflict, against the backdrop of the ongoing Ukraine war and the Gaza conflict.

Gain valuable insights into the challenges faced by displaced populations and the impact of unstable geopolitical circumstances on migration patterns. This episode promises a deep exploration of the complexities surrounding refugees and migrants during times of conflict, offering a nuanced understanding of the broader implications on a global scale. Tune in for a compelling conversation that unveils the layers of the Refugee movement in today's turbulent world.

In this episode of the "Kitabon Ka Karwaan" series, Dheemant Anil is in conversdation with Mr. Aashish Chandorkar, who has authored the book "Braving a Viral Storm", which talks about how the war against Covid and the provding of vaccines throughout the country was done. They discuss the logistics behind delivering and manufacturing the vaccine drive in India, how India battled the Covid Delta Variant and how it affected the Indian healthcare Industry.

Mr. Aashish Chandorkar currently serves as a counselor at the Permanent Mission of India to the World Trade Organization in Geneva. Transitioning laterally into the government sector, he brings with him over two decades of experience gained in global roles within management consulting and financial services industries.

This episode with Dr. Shivani Kapoor highlights the transformative essence of writing styles within Gender and caste studies in literature. It underscores the potency of narratives that challenge societal norms and hierarchical constructs. Yet, it's vital to acknowledge that beneath this formidable expression exists a journey marked by oppression, injustice, and violence. Literature serves as a testament to the resilience and fortitude of those encountering such hurdles, revealing the immense power of expression in confronting and tackling these societal dilemmas.

This is the first of our Starting with Startups series, which includes podcast sessions with the founders and developers of startups across the country, giving them a platform to discuss the ideas central to their work and the wide array of social issues that led to their inception.

In this podcast, Samragnee is in conversation with Drishti Makhijani, a multifaceted student entrepreneur. With a dedication towards ending period poverty and fostering an inclusive, period-positive environment, she came up with a menstrual hygiene brand called Qadira Hygiene. Spanning across India, Ghana and Canada, the venture has impacted the lives of 10,000 menstruators by selling eco-friendly and affordable menstrual hygiene products.

In this podcast they discuss the functioning of Qadira Hygiene and broader ideas around menstrual health, hygiene, inclusivity, lack of awareness and sustainability.

In this session of the InterLinked podcast, Tanish Srivastava is in conversation with Professor Ajay Gudavarthy, who is a renowned figure in the Indian political landscape, has authored books around topics of political and societal significance and is now an associate professor at Jawaharlal Nehru University.

This session explores the history, present and the future of the caste census in India, discussing the political discourse around the Caste Census, its significance, political implications and logistics. They discuss the results of the recent census conducted in Bihar, the current political implications and what a nation-wide caste census could lead to in terms of reservation, political discourse and socioeconomic development. They talk about the history, present and the future of the caste census in India.

This is the first of our Bi-weekly podcast, where we aim to have conversations with the members of other initiatives within the Centre, to understand their broader work and the specific projects they have been undertaking.

Our guest speaker for this podcast is the team lead for Azaad Awaaz, Samragnee. Based on interviews with scholars as well as field interviews in Assam, the Azaad Awaaz team has done an edition on the Doubtful Voters of Assam, and the financial precarity affecting them.

This podcast explores the nuances of their work on the D-voters of Assam.

In this session they discuss her recently published book "History's Angel", the idea behind the book and the way it relates to contemporary issues in India today. 

In this episode of Vichaar, the team is in conversation with Shamindra Nath Roy, Associate Fellow at the Centre for Policy Research, on the issue of forced evictions. They discuss forced evictions in India, through a sociological lens and as a human rights violation. The conversation also explores the interrelationship between evictions and social status in terms of caste, religion, tribe and class.