In this episode of the Energonomics podcast, Richa Mishra speaks with Meera Shankar, who served as India’s Ambassador to the United States from 26 April 2009 to 2011. The conversation explores India’s diplomatic strategies towards Iran and Russia. Meera Shankar notes that while Iran was engaged through bilateral dialogue—resulting in a carve-out for the Chabahar port—Russia was approached differently due to its strategic significance.The episode also highlights how US diplomacy has evolved over time, with varying approaches depending on the geopolitical context and strategic interests involved. 

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In this episode of Energonomics podcast with Richa Mishra, we look into India's sulphur emissions norms at thermal power plants with R Srikanth, Professor & Dean at the School of Natural Sciences and Engineering, NIAS.

The discussion uncovers critical insights on why sulphur might not be the real problem, and how India's low-sulphur, high-ash coal is being misunderstood.

Are FGDs (Flue Gas Desulfurisers) necessary—or are they making things worse for climate and water use? Why isn't more focus on particulate matter? And what role can nuclear energy play in India’s transition from coal?

Watch as we challenge the dominant pollution narrative with science, ground data, and policy analysis. Don’t miss the full conversation.

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