Adrija Roychowdhury

Adrija Roychowdhury, a journalist from The Indian Express, discusses the Great Calcutta Killings and the controversial figure Gopal Mukherjee, shedding light on the complex communal tensions of 1946. Udit Misra, also from The Indian Express, delves into the impact of Donald Trump's tariff policies on the US economy, revealing surprising effects on inflation and consumer prices. The conversation wraps up with a discussion on a Supreme Court ruling mandating comedians, including Samay Raina, to apologize for derogatory remarks about disabilities, highlighting the fine line between humor and accountability.

Nikita Mohta and Adrija Roychowdhury from The Indian Express, along with Professor Arup K. Chatterjee from OP Jindal Global University, discuss India's diverse independence narratives. They explore the overlooked struggles of Indian domestic workers in Britain, highlight the vital role of Indian students in the freedom movement, and delve into caste politics through figures like Jyotiba Phule and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. They also examine distinct paths to freedom in regions under Portuguese and French control, revealing the complexities within India's liberation history.