

All Things Policy
Takshashila Institution
Ever wondered how automation will change the world? Maybe you puzzle over what India could do to ease traffic congestion, or how China's aircraft carriers will transform Indian Ocean geopolitics? All Things Policy, a daily podcast brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, brings you all the answers. Every weekday, our researchers break down complex economic and geopolitical ideas through the lens of current events. For everyone from the busy executive to the curious student, All Things Policy is all you'll need to understand the world (and appreciate your breakfast) better.
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Nov 27, 2024 • 36min
India’s Role in UN Peacekeeping
K.K. Sharma, a decorated Indian Army veteran and Professor at Chitkara University, shares his extensive experiences in UN peacekeeping. He discusses India's historical roles since the 1950s and emphasizes the unique cultural ethos that enhances its mission effectiveness. The conversation dives into the challenges faced in conflict zones, the transformative role of technology like drones, and the critical contributions of women in peacekeeping. Sharma advocates for education and awareness initiatives to further India's impact on global peace efforts.

Nov 26, 2024 • 38min
China Makes Moves at the G20 Summit
Manoj Kewalramani, an expert on China's global influence, discusses the recent G20 summit and how China positioned itself as a leader for developing nations. He highlights China's focus on poverty alleviation initiatives and its collaborative approach to the Belt and Road Initiative. The conversation also dives into China's 'Friends of Peace' coalition addressing the Ukraine crisis and analyzes the nuances of India-China diplomatic relations following a key ministerial meeting. Kewalramani offers insights into the evolving geopolitical landscape.

Nov 25, 2024 • 21min
Balancing competition and cooperation in Space
Join Ashwin and Rijesh in this episode of All Things Policy as they explore the potential for international cooperation in an arena as heavily contested as Space.
Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/a-strategic-thrust-to-space-beyond-borders-3273650
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 22, 2024 • 39min
Resisting Resistance: All things to know about AMR
Vanshika and Shambhavi discuss the origin of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), mitigation strategies and possible ways forward for tackling AMR.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 21, 2024 • 1h
Veteran Healthcare in India
What are the components of a veteran healthcare system? How does India's veteran healthcare system look, and how does it compare with other countries? In this conversation with Sarthak Pradhan, Major General (Dr.) Ashok Kumar gives his insights on India's veteran healthcare challenges and potential reforms.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 20, 2024 • 1h 6min
Interplay between society and theatre
In the episode, Sowmya Prabhakar COO of Takshashila Institution is in conversation with Preethi Nagaraj. They go over the nuts and bolts of what goes into making the live performance immersive in nature. They discuss about how every decade from the 60's onwards had a role in shaping society. Preethi sees that a lot a youngsters are getting into the theatre space, while OTT thrives. They end with a peak into what science theatre offers.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 19, 2024 • 41min
Powering India's Future: Three stage Nuclear Plan
Join us to explore India's ambitious three-stage nuclear power programme. From harnessing the power of uranium to unlocking the potential of thorium, we touch upon the science, technology, and geopolitical implications of India's groundbreaking initiative. In this All Things Policy podcast episode, Avinash Shet is talking to Lokendra Sharma to understand the three-stage nuclear plan.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 18, 2024 • 35min
Why should we care about the AI chips hardware ecosystem?
As AI becomes pervasive in our lives, the demand for AI chips, especially Graphic Processing Units (GPUs) have gone up exponentially to process data on machine learning, deep learning and language models. One American company has a near monopoly over GPU production. Join Ashwin Prasad and Satya Sahu in conversation with Amit Kumar where they explore the specifics and implications of the evolving AI chips ecosystem.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 15, 2024 • 38min
What's Goa-n On with Indian Tourism?
It's been an eventful week in Goa after the State's Tourism Department filed a police complaint against a social media user who supposedly disseminated "false" statistics on the fall in rates of touristic activity in the southwestern coastal state. The X user cited a report by CEIC which claimed foreign tourist arrivals in Goa fell from 8.5 million in 2019 to 1.5 million in 2023, "thereby causing significant annoyance to local businesses and inducing fear or alarm within the local community.” While the Government of Goa vehemently disagrees with the statistic, this development has prompted an outpouring of discussion around the health and sustainability of the State's tourism sector, particularly in comparison to their Southeast Asian competitors. Join Anupam Manur and Kripa Koshy as they discuss factors that impede the growth of the tourism sector in Goa, what responsible tourism could look like in India and best practices that the State may be able to cherry pick from around the globe.
All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution, Bengaluru.
Find out more on our research and other work here: https://takshashila.org.in/
Check out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in

Nov 14, 2024 • 34min
What Does Trump 2.0 Mean for the World?
Joining the discussion are Manoj Keval Ramani, a leading expert on China and head of the Indo-Pacific Studies program at Takshashila, and Vanshika Sharaf, a research analyst focusing on the Quad alliance. They delve into the global implications of Trump's election victory, examining the U.S.-India relationship and its impact on trade. They explore how Trump 2.0 may reshape U.S.-China tensions, especially concerning Taiwan, and discuss the evolving dynamics of the Quad amidst shifting geopolitical landscapes.