Genome India Initiative: Mapping Genetic Diversity

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Nikhil Ghanekar about the relocation of 337 metric tonnes of hazardous waste from Bhopal’s Union Carbide factory that was generated during pesticide production between 1969 and 1984 and was dumped on the premises.

Next, The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt speaks to us about the second phase of the Genome India project, which was approved by the government in 2020 with the aim of creating a comprehensive catalogue of genetic variations found in the Indian population. (13:28)

Finally, we talk about Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioning three advanced Naval combatants INS Surat, INS Nilgiri and INS Vaghsheer. (22:41)

Produced and hosted by Niharika Nanda
Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar