

Bharatvaarta
Bharatvaarta
Bharatvaarta podcast is a commentary on politics, policy and culture focused on India. The podcast brings together people from different walks of life who have varied and interesting perspectives on what's happening around us.
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Nov 6, 2023 • 39min
Weekly #160: Can Delhi get it's pollution under control?
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode Roshan Cariappa, Nirav Kanodra and Abhishek Paul discuss the the latest news from the week and more! If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Oct 30, 2023 • 20min
Weekly #159: Can India get her Sailors back home safe?
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode Nirav Kanodra and Abhishek Paul discuss the the latest news from the week and more! Topics: 00:00 Introduction00:56 Para Asian Games03:49 Qatar's death sentence for indian sailors09:08 India's UN vote 12:26 Tata takes over Wistron's iPhone plant16:09 Cricket World cup updates If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Oct 23, 2023 • 20min
Weekly #158: Bribery allegations land TMC MP in hot water!
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa and Abhishek Paul discuss the the latest news from the week and more! If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Oct 16, 2023 • 44min
Weekly #157: Why India wants to Host the Olympics
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa, Nirav Kanodra and Abhishek Paul discuss the the latest news from the week and more! Topics:00:00 Introduction00:54 Israel - Hamas war14:39 Cricket world cup updates25:36 India - UK enter advance talks on FTA33:56 RapidX inauguration + India's bid to host Olympics in 2036 If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Oct 9, 2023 • 22min
Weekly #156: The Start of Another War!
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa and Abhishek Paul discuss the the latest news from the week and more! Topics: 00:00 Introduction01:23 Israel - Gaza War03:34 Maldives' new president and India07:39 IssBaar100Paar12:54 US Immigration Crisis19:19 Donald Trump Legal troubles If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Oct 6, 2023 • 57min
EP 239 : Global Energy Turmoil | Dr. Anas Alhajji | Velina's Talk
Dr. Anas F. Alhajji is a world-renowned energy markets expert, researcher, author, and a speaker with more than 900 papers, articles and columns to his credit. He advises governments, companies, financial institution and investors on various energy markets issues. He focuses on oil and gas market outlook, energy geopolitics, energy security, and the impact of disruptive technologies on the supply and demand of energy. In this episode of Velina's Talk, Dr. Anas and Velina discuss the volatility of the global energy markets, how geopolitical tensions impact energy supply, the legality of India exporting Oil to European markets and more! Topics:00:00 Introduction00:55 Volatility in the Oil Markets07:10 Impact of Geopolitical Tensions on Energy markets15:06 Indian Exports of Oil to Europe19:17 Another surge in oil prices a possibility?25:07 Target price of Oil in first quarter of 202434:33 Expectations for the outcome of COP2848:19 Energy transition and the green economy53:18 Closing remarks Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBfBd-1kvCOPxVll8tBJ9Q/join

Oct 2, 2023 • 17min
Weekly #155: Why US stands with India over Canada row
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa and Nirav Kanodra discuss the the latest news from the week and more! Topics:00:00 Intro00:25 Opening comments - Bangalore Infrastructure04:32 Remembering the Father of Green Revolution MS Swaminathan05:04 Indian MEA Dr. S Jaishankar meets US Secretary Anthony Blinken10:17 Asian Games + ICC Cricket World Cup Update If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Sep 25, 2023 • 37min
Weekly 154 - Why is Trudeau Supporting Khalistani extremists?
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa and Nirav Kanodra discuss the the latest news from the week and more! If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).

Sep 5, 2023 • 55min
238 : How India Won the War against Pakistan in 1965
Aadit Kapadia of MyIndMakers and Mohal Joshi, host of the India Rising podcast join Roshan Cariappa to discuss the lesser known India Pakistan War of 1965 as we approach its 58th anniversary. In this episode, Mohal and Aadit get into the nitty gritties of the situation that got us into the war, what strategies and moves India used to win and more! Topics:00:00 Introduction01:08 Circumstances leading up to the 1965 war04:25 Strategy behind rann of kutch attack08:41 How Operation Gibraltar start everything17:41 What happened during Operation Grand Slam?20:33 What Weapon systems were used? 24:55 What happened during Operation Riddle and Operation Nepal34:43 What Regiments were key players? 42:12 Situation before the ceasefire44:26 What did the Tashkent agreement entail?47:37 What happened to the prominent personnel post war?49:12 What if Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji had lived?52:43 Impact of this War Join this channel to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfBfBd-1kvCOPxVll8tBJ9Q/join

Sep 3, 2023 • 26min
Weekly #153 - Will India have only 1 election?
The Bharatvaarta Weekly is our reaction to the news headlines of the week that was. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa, Abhishek Paul and Nirav Kanodra discuss the the latest news from the week and more! If you liked this episode, then don’t forget to subscribe to our channel and share this content. You can stay updated with everything at Bharatvaarta by following us on social media: we're @bharatvaarta on Twitter, facebook.com/bharatvaarta.in on Facebook, and @bharatvaarta on Instagram).