
Amitabh Sinha
Works for The Indian Express. He discusses the IMD's predictions for the summer and India's preparedness for it.
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Jan 13, 2025 • 28min
GDP's advance estimates, breaching 1.5C warming limit, and terrace tourism
In this discussion, Udit Misra, an economic journalist from The Indian Express, highlights alarming signs in India's GDP projections, stressing the gap between potential and actual growth. Amitabh Sinha, a climate change reporter, emphasizes the grave implications of breaching the 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit by 2024, urging robust climate preparedness. The conversation also touches on the cultural phenomenon of terrace tourism in Old Ahmedabad, where locals are capitalizing on the upcoming kite festival for both tradition and economic gain.

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Apr 7, 2025 • 30min
IIT-Delhi's 'toxic' culture, hotter summers, and fisherman freed
Amitabh Sinha, a reporter at The Indian Express, discusses alarming predictions from the IMD regarding rising summer temperatures in India and its implications for health and the economy. Vidheesha Kuntamalla, also from The Indian Express, sheds light on a committee's findings about the toxic environment at IIT Delhi following student suicides, highlighting urgent mental health reforms. Additionally, they touch upon the release of Indian fishermen by Sri Lanka as a sign of strengthening bilateral ties.

Dec 9, 2024 • 27min
India China relations, climate change at ICJ, and treating active landslide zones
Shubhajit Roy, Diplomatic Affairs editor at The Indian Express, discusses the intricate dynamics of India-China relations, focusing on recent troop disengagement and essential diplomatic efforts. Amitabh Sinha, a climate change expert also from The Indian Express, delves into the landmark case at the International Court of Justice initiated by small island nations seeking accountability from wealthier countries. Lastly, innovative Rock Bolt technology emerges as a solution for managing active landslide zones in Uttarakhand, promising safety for highways and local communities.

Feb 12, 2025 • 30min
India's new climate stance, Gujarat's 'disturbed areas', and Beerbiceps row
Amitabh Sinha, a seasoned reporter at The Indian Express, discusses India's evolving approach to climate change, stressing the need for developing nations to balance growth with sustainability. Aditi Raja, also from The Indian Express, dives into the implications of the Disturbed Areas Act in Gujarat, highlighting the challenges faced by minority communities regarding property rights. Lastly, the podcast unpacks the controversy surrounding YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia's provocative remarks, sparking debates on free speech and accountability.

Nov 27, 2024 • 25min
Takeaways from COP29, Proba-3 mission, and EVMs or ballot papers
Amitabh Sinha, a reporter from The Indian Express, shares insights from his experience at COP29 in Baku, focusing on the disappointing financial pledges and the divide between developed and developing nations. Anjali Marar, also from The Indian Express, discusses the European Space Agency's Proba-3 mission, set to study the solar corona with groundbreaking techniques and collaborative efforts with ISRO. The conversation wraps up with an analysis of the Supreme Court's stance on replacing Electronic Voting Machines with ballot papers.