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Exams, friendships, and Career - where does mental well-being fit into this or it is simply neglected?In this episode, our host, Parth sits down with Dr. Vaishali Miglani, Team Lead Psychiatrist at Sukoon, OP Jindal Global University, Sonipat, to talk about something every college student feels but rarely has words for - the Exam-Social-Job Triangle. Three pressures that are each considered completely normal, yet combine into one very real, very physical reaction.We ask the questions nobody usually asks out loud. What does hustle culture silently do to a young mind? When does "I'm just stressed" actually become a clinical signal your body is sending you? And what is the one thing you can do tonight, at 1 AM, when everything feels like too much?This one is for every college student who has convinced themselves, and everyone around them, that they are doing just fine. Watch till the end. This conversation might name something you've been carrying for a long time.

In this episode of Interlinked, hosts Chanakya and Aaliyah sit down with Professor Ish Maini, an interdisciplinary researcher, legal consultant, and storyteller to explore one of the most quietly radical tensions in human experience: the gap between what language promises and what it can never fully deliver.We examine how the precision of law and the fluidity of storytelling pull in opposite directions, and what falls through the cracks between them. Professor Maini brings his view as both a lawyer and a writer to questions about silence, noise, and the ‘unspoken’ asking whether hesitation, rhythm, and the spaces between words carry more truth than the sentences themselves. From how law constructs consent rather than capturing it, to how digital archives can be erased overnight as a new form of silencing, this episode challenges the assumption that cleaner language means clearer meaning.Join us for a conversation that sits at the intersection of linguistic theory, legal philosophy, and the politics of storytelling and asks why the most important things we say are often the ones standard grammar simply cannot handle.

What happens when someone who’s spent their entire career performing decides to write about their own life? Before Instagram, before personal branding, and before “curated authenticity” became part of our vocabulary, we read autobiographies. This episode, featuring Ms. Meghna Gangadharan, dives into the autobiographies Indian actresses, more specifically - Hansa Wadkar, Zohra Segal, and Madhur Jaffrey - to explore how they documented themselves on the page. We discuss how these women used their autobiographies not as honest confessions, but as carefully crafted performances of selfhood, managing public image while navigating the moral scrutiny faced by actresses in 20th-century India. We invite you to a thought-provoking conversation about celebrity, gender, authenticity, and the stories we tell about ourselves.

In this episode of Vichaar, we speak with Kiran Moghe, a trade unionist and long-time labour activist associated with the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU). Drawing from decades of work with organisations such as the All India Democratic Women’s Association (AIDWA) and the Pune Zilla Ghar Kamgar Sanghatna, Moghe reflects on the structural invisibility of domestic workers, the stigma attached to their labour and the systemic interests that subsidise care work for households and the state alike.The discussion traces the pathways that push women into domestic work—from rural distress and limited education to the perceived flexibility and relative stability of urban employment—while exposing the everyday vulnerabilities they face, including long working hours, lack of leave, false accusations and the absence of social security. Moghe also highlights the challenges of unionising an unorganised, household-based workforce and the persistent shift in state policy from recognising workers’ rights to distributing welfare benefits. Ultimately, the conversation argues for the urgent need to regulate domestic work as work—bringing dignity, rights, and accountability into the intimate economies of care.

This episode of InterLinked to delves into the importance of the role of films in telling stories of truth in India. In discussion with Professor Nalamala Chandra Bhanu Murthy, the director of the upcoming movie “Bharathapuram”, a story based on the caste atrocities in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh in the 1980’s, the episode looks at what telling a historical story through art in India may look like. In a country where oppression is often suppressed, art becomes of tremendous importance in conveying stories otherwise not told by society. The making of this art, be it of any kind, is therefore the theme of this episode.

What do you do when educated, urban, and supposedly progressive people your age say things that are deeply sexist, casteist, or homophobic? How do you respond when the very people who claim to support equality are the ones reinforcing oppression?In this episode, I share real statements from 18-21 year olds that left me speechless. Dr. Sindhu Rajasekaran, scholar, author of the bestseller Smashing the Patriarchy and her latest book Forbidden Desires, and curator of The Subjective Space, helps me understand where these beliefs come from and, more importantly, how to respond to them. We go beyond just criticizing what’s wrong and focus on practical questions: How do you actually challenge someone when they say something harmful? What do you do when it’s a professor or someone with power over you? And how do you keep fighting when the person saying these things is someone you love?Content Warning: This episode contains discussion on rape, caste-based violence including untouchability, homophobia, and stigmatization of sex workers.

Hosted by Meddhya Singh, this episode challenges the idea that gossip is merely trivial, malicious, or unserious. In a 21st-century world shaped by social media, virality, and constant public scrutiny, gossip has become something far more powerful.Rather than treating gossip as a moral failure, the discussion examines it as a social force. Through a debate, our guests take opposing positions on whether gossip functions as a tool for accountability and collective awareness, or whether it undermines truth, privacy, and justice. Drawing from political life, pop culture, digital media, and everyday social dynamics, they explore how rumours and informal narratives increasingly shape reputations, public opinion, and even national events.This episode doesn’t ask whether gossip is “good” or “bad.” Instead, it asks why, despite institutions, algorithms, and an abundance of information, gossip refuses to disappear, and what that persistence reveals about power, credibility, and how we decide whom to believe.

Hosted by Meddhya Singh, this episode features Ms. Apoorva Lakshmi Kaipa in a discussion on the twentieth century as a moment of extraordinary intensity, defined by world wars, collapsing empires, mass media, and rapid social change. In this charged landscape, gossip and scandal did not merely accompany history; they actively shaped public opinion, political power, and cultural norms.As cheap printing and mass-circulation newspapers transformed private lives into public spectacle, scandal became an industry and gossip a tool of influence. From political figures to cinema stars and women’s reputations, the episode explores how newspapers blurred the line between rumour and reportage, reshaping ideas of morality, respectability, and modernity, and asks how scandal came to lie at the heart of modern mass culture.

In this episode, hosted by Meddhya Singh, Mr. Chandril Ray Chaudhuri joins us for a deep dive into the medieval origins of gossip, to uncover a hidden history of power, gender, and control. We trace the linguistic and social transformation of “gossip” from its medieval origins as “godsibb”, a sacred term for trusted kinship, to its modern use as a gendered insult. We explore how women’s oral knowledge networks functioned as medical systems, support structures, and resistance movements in medieval Europe, and why these networks threatened institutional power. Through historical analysis and contemporary connections, we examine the double standard that labelled women’s information sharing as “gossip” while men’s identical activities became “political discourse” and “networking.”  Gossip has sparked revolutions, exposed predators, and preserved knowledge. It’s time to understand its real power. 

We are in a world where machines are quick to replicate art, and replace artisans, at a pace where we do not even look at pieces of carvings on our furniture, or the patterns of colors on our carpets as art anymore, these are merely objects created by machines to soothe the appearance of our lives. Yet what of the true artists? What of that carpenter, who learnt how to carve a peacock on a piece of wood through traditions that passed over generations? What of the clothmakers who learnt to block print from the family occupation? These are the stories that this episode of ‘Interlinked’ persuades us to mull over. In conversation with Ms. Devika Dahiya, founder of the ‘Trunk Door’ organisation, which works towards rehabilitating and aiding textile artists, the episode discusses the behind the scenes of such lives, and the help they can receive to persuade the cause of their art. By discussing the artists that Ms. Dahiya herself works with, the episode conveys the importance of the art and the artist, and the steps we can take for an act of their furtherance.

In a fast developing country, it is not uncommon to see forests being chopped down to make more space for people. Such conditions have often led to conflicts between wildlife and forest proximate people. How are such situations dealt with? Can a happy result for both be ensured? These are some of the questions being answered in Nandini Pandey’s discussion with Mr. Giriraj Singh Kushwaha, a former IAS officer, who is currently a member of the State Wildlife Board of Rajasthan, and a member for the committee for SARISKA Tiger Reserve of the National Tiger Conservation Authority. Through taking the case Mor Dungri, a village near Ranthambore National Park, whose people were happily relocated under Mr. Kushwaha’s facilitation, our guest discusses with us the problems that may arise in such cases, how they are dealt with, and how meaningful changes can be made to have long lasting effects ensure a better future for many.

The Vichaar segment, in conversation with PhD scholar and activist Angel Sophan, explores the intricate relationship between caste and food practices in India. Ms. Sophan, a researcher in the Department of Psychology at Christ University, highlights how notions of purity and pollution govern dietary choices, reinforcing caste hierarchies and social exclusion. Tracing historical roots from the Vedic era to present-day institutional settings, she explains how vegetarianism became a marker of moral superiority and dominance. Through examples from campuses, public spaces, and mid-day meal schemes, she exposes how food restrictions perpetuate discrimination and humiliation among marginalized communities. Emphasizing the psychological impact of such exclusion, Ms. Sophan calls for resistance against casteist norms disguised as dietary ethics. She concludes by urging individuals to internalize constitutional values of equality, liberty, and fraternity, and to challenge the control exercised by the privileged few over the majority’s right to consume freely.

In this episode, we unpack the big question: Are private universities really as inclusive as they claim? Drawing from a report on queer, trans, and caste-oppressed student experiences in four private universities of Delhi NCR, we explore the gap between glossy policies and lived realities. From campus “safe spaces” to hidden hierarchies, this conversation examines what safety, belonging, and care truly mean and why universities must move beyond optics to real accountability. The report is the work of Swabhimaan: a student-led initiative under the Centre for New Economics Studies at OP Jindal Global University as we tune in with Suhani Sharma, a student associated with the project!

In an increasingly fast-paced world, many beautiful things are often forgotten to be appreciated. In such a context, this second episode of InterLinked once again pauses to look at art, and the artist, in such a world. Nandini Pandey continues her conversation with Poonam Girdhani, a film and theatre actress, to delve into the magical realms of the recently revived art of Dastangoi. Being one of the few Dastango’s of India herself, Ms. Poonam Girdhani reflects further on what Dastangoi really is, its rich history and the story of its rebirth. The two through this continued conversation, explore the sphere of the theatre itself, exploring the role of both the artist, and the audience, and how it creates an experience of storytelling so unique, and so filled with histories.

In an increasingly fast-paced world, many beautiful things are often forgotten to be appreciated. In such a context, this first episode of InterLinked takes a moment to pause and look at art, and the artist, in such a world. Nandini Pandey engages in a conversation with Poonam Girdhani, a film and theatre actress, to delve into the magical realms of the recently revived art of Dastangoi. Being one of the few Dastango’s of India herself, Ms. Poonam Girdhani describes what Dastangoi really is, its rich history and the story of its rebirth. The two through this conversation, explore the sphere of the theatre itself, exploring the role of both the artist, and the audience, and how it creates an experience of storytelling so unique, and so filled with histories.

We are aware of what rural development is and what it does. But where does it come from? Who generates the funds to help communities and how do they do it? What motivates them?These are exactly the questions this episode seeks to answer with a conversation between Nandini Pandey and Sanjay Jain, the founder of Yatra Foundation, an Australian based organisation funding multiple schools in India over decades. The two dive into how such funds are generated, how people are motivated, and where this thought of philanthropy origins. It further explores the work of Yatra Foundation itself, the kind of work the organisation has done in India, and its experience in trying to help so many.

In this episode of Interlinked hosted by Meddhya Singh, we sit down with Dr. Yogesh Kulkarni, Executive Director of Vigyan Ashram, a modern-day Gurukul in Pune, Maharashtra that has been reimagining education since 1983. From his early years as a mechanical engineer and corporate professional to his decades of leadership at Vigyan Ashram, Mr. Kulkarni has dedicated his life to proving that “development through education and education through development” is not just an idea, it’s now a working model.We explore Vigyan Ashram’s unique philosophy of Rural Development through Education System (RDES), how it’s using technology to its benefit, and how its programs are shaping a new generation of entrepreneurs and problem-solvers.

The episode delves into a conversation between Shankar Maruwada, former entrepreneur who turned to the world of education and development, starting the EkStep Foundation, committed to reaching over 200 million children, and host Nandini.The conversation explores the role of technology in the advocation of education in an Indian context. India is a country much poverty stricken, and proper education becomes a concept for many, unreachable. In this context, the episode looks at how technology may allow education to be both widely received and properly expressed. By providing us an idea on the technological advancements in India, Mr. Shankar allows us to look at a changing India in a light we have scarcely seen before. The possible impacts of such changes on factors like efficiency, quality, and variety of education are put on display.The dialogue through exploration of Mr. Maruwada’s personal experiences further provides opportunity to the listeners to understand perspectives on the scales at which one can make important and necessary impacts.

In the Vichaar segment, in conversation with Professor Stellina Jolly, we explore how climate-induced mobility intersects with international law, human rights, and national policy in the Global South. It examines how nearly 90% of India’s internal displacement in 2024 was linked to natural disasters, yet legal and policy frameworks remain mitigation-centric, sidelining rights and adaptation. It highlights the gaps in instruments like the Paris Agreement and India’s National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC), which fail to center vulnerable communities, and underscores the need for granular, intersectional data to build responsive legal mechanisms. By situating these issues within the broader gaps of international refugee law and the securitization of migration, the segment calls for a rights-driven framework that prioritizes those least responsible for, yet most affected by, climate change.

What happens after the unthinkable? In this episode, Geetaali Malhotra speaks with Prof. Juan Vallejo, Assistant Professor at O.P. Jindal Global University and expert in international criminal law and humanitarian law, about how international legal systems confront the aftermath of atrocity.They explore the legal architecture surrounding genocide, the legacy of tribunals like the ICTY and ICTR, and the evolving role of the International Criminal Court. The conversation unpacks difficult questions: Who gets prosecuted and who doesn’t? From the politics of accountability to the limits of international law, this episode critically examines what justice really means in the wake of mass violence and how it must ultimately evolve for the future.

In this episode of InterLinked, we delve into the fragile intersections of identity, tradition, and urban change in Kashmir, exploring how communities rooted in place are negotiating the pressures of modernity. Shivali Yadav is in conversation with Najam Us Saqib, a researcher whose work brings together urban governance, participatory ethnography, and the lived realities of marginalized communities in Srinagar.Together, they unpack how development initiatives like the Smart City Mission impact traditional occupations, from the Hanji community’s deep ties to Dal Lake, to the Pathans' shifting linguistic identity. The conversation traces how assimilationist policies and top-down planning can lead to cultural erasure, and asks what it would mean to truly center community voices in imagining the future of the city.Drawing from his fieldwork and storytelling, Saqib reflects on the role of inclusive research in inculcating traditional forms of knowledge, and offers a grounded vision for how urban policy can engage with diversity rather than overwrite it. Tune in for a conversation that explores whose knowledge gets counted, whose identities are protected, and what it takes to make cities more just.

In this episode of InterLinked, hosted by Geetaali Malhotra, we delve into the complex world of Khap Panchayats-traditional caste councils rooted in North Indian society. Joined by Ms. Prachy Hooda, Lecturer at the Office of Interdisciplinary Studies, O.P. Jindal Global University, we examine the shifting dynamics of these institutions at the intersection of law, gender, and governance. From legal judgments and ADR debates to gender politics and the optics of empowerment, this conversation unpacks the socio-political forces that continue to shape Khap power in modern India.

In this episode of Vichaar (Azaad Awaaz), in conversation with renowned human rights activist Mr. Nirmal Gorana, delves into the expanding phenomenon of bulldozer justice in India and its devastating effects on marginalized communities. Mr. Gorana, convener of the National Campaign Committee for Eradication of Bonded Labour and key figure in the Mazdoor Awas Sangharsh Samiti, shares critical insights into how forced evictions displace informal workers, violate constitutional rights, and worsen socio-economic disparities. Drawing from landmark judgments and on-ground experiences, he exposes the systemic failures in policy implementation and the increasing use of state machinery to suppress dissent. He also emphasizes the urgent need for collective resistance, legal awareness, and active civic engagement to uphold the rights of the displaced.

In this episode of InterLinked, we delve into the hidden geographies of urban life — the communities, crafts, and labor often overlooked in mainstream narratives of development. Shivali Yadav is in conversation with Namesh Killemsetty, a researcher whose work bridges urban studies, policy analysis, and community-led action.Together, they unpack the ethical and practical questions surrounding the representation of slum dwellers and artisan collectives in academic research and policy spaces. The discussion moves from the struggles of eviction and the complexities of humane resettlement, to the role of feminist ethnography in making research more accountable to the people it seeks to represent.Drawing from his fieldwork in slum communities and craft clusters, Namesh shares how a participatory, bottom-up approach can reshape both policymaking and urban imagination. The episode also reflects on how city planning, especially under the guise of ‘beautification,’ often hides the very people whose labor sustains it.Tune in for a conversation that challenges the way we think about cities — and whose stories get to shape them.

In this podcast, hosted by Geetaali Malhotra,we dive into the complex realities of informal labor in a rapidly changing world. Our guest, Ms. Ashika Thomas, Junior Research and Evaluation Officer at NSPCC discusses on how policies, technology, and urban planning shape the lives of those often left out of formal systems ,be it gig workers ,street vendors or unbanked entrepreneurs. As economies recover and evolve, we ask whether informality should be formalized, reimagined, or protected and what a fair future of work truly looks like.

In this series, the team has a discussion with Aatika Singh, a PhD candidate in the Department of Art and History at Stanford, explores the intersection of art, politics, and marginalization. Aatika shares how her journey from studying law to engaging with art and activism shaped her understanding of public spaces and the struggles of Dalit students. Her experiences in Kolkata and Delhi revealed the role of placemaking in challenging discrimination and reclaiming accessible spaces for marginalized communities. Through this conversation, we examine how Dalit artisans navigate their identities and histories through artistic expression, using their craft as a means of storytelling and resistance.

In this compelling episode of InterLinked, we explore the intersection of gender, labor, and economic agency in India’s informal sector. Shivali Yadav is joined by Ms. Hima Trisha, a researcher with extensive experience in gender studies, labor sociology, and the preservation of traditional crafts.Through an insightful discussion, we examine the structural inequalities shaping informal work, the resilience of women navigating precarious labor markets, and the evolving role of artisanal work in economic empowerment. Ms. Trisha shares her fieldwork experiences with rural-urban migrant workers and craft communities, shedding light on how gender dynamics influence economic opportunities.From factory floors to home-based textile artisans in Assam, we discuss whether community-led initiatives can provide sustainable alternatives to exploitative labor structures, policy interventions and the importance of feminist ethnography. Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges assumptions and highlights the power of research and advocacy in bridging the gap between legal frameworks and lived realities.

In this compelling episode of InterLinked, we explore the intersection of climate justice and women’s economic agency, focusing on how policies can move beyond inclusion to foster meaningful leadership. Shivali Yadav is joined by Ms. Mamta Borgoyary, a development sector leader with extensive experience in climate resilience, gender equity, and sustainable livelihoods.Through an insightful discussion, we examine the structural barriers preventing women from leading climate action, the pitfalls of tokenistic inclusion, and the need for policies that empower women as decision-makers rather than passive beneficiaries. Ms. Borgoyary shares her experiences working with indigenous and rural communities, shedding light on how women’s leadership can drive innovative, localized climate solutions.From climate financing gaps to the role of self-help groups in fostering economic resilience, we discuss how grassroots movements are reclaiming agency, why representation is not enough, and the urgent need for intersectional approaches in climate governance.Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges conventional climate policies and highlights the power of women-led solutions in building a just and sustainable future.

In this episode of Swabhimaan’s podcast, we explore how gender and nationalism intertwine, shaping identities, politics, and societal expectations. From the feminization of nations to the phrase “our women,” we examine how nationalist narratives reinforce patriarchal control, turning women into symbols of honor, purity, and sacrifice. Through historical examples, literature, and global politics, we unpack how gendered rhetoric justifies power structures, war, and even economic policies. Join Shivali Yadav, Meher Biswas, and Aanchal Megan Menezes as they delve into the paradox of women as both revered and restricted figures in nationalist discourse.

In this episode, hosted by Geetaali Malhotra, we explore the global impact of Trump’s foreign policy. Our guest, Prof. Sanitya Kalika, Assistant Professor of International Law and Global Politics at Jindal Global Law School, brings his expertise in diplomacy and international law to discuss Trump’s "America First" doctrine, U.S. policies on Gaza and the ICC, the evolving U.S.-Russia dynamic amid the Ukraine war, and India’s strategic position in a shifting global order. Tune in as we break down these critical geopolitical shifts.

In this thought-provoking episode, Shivali Yadav engages with Stefan Ziegler, a humanitarian advocate and award-winning documentary filmmaker with over 25 years of experience in international law and diplomacy. Having worked with organizations like UNRWA, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the EU, Ziegler sheds light on the intersection of humanitarianism, advocacy, and film in shaping global narratives.Through an insightful discussion, we explore Ziegler’s experiences in conflict zones such as Palestine and Ukraine, the instrumentalization of humanitarian aid, and the role of advocacy in international law. He also delves into the power of documentary filmmaking as a tool for awareness and action, highlighting his films Broken: A Palestinian Journey Through International Law and The Mandate. This episode unpacks how international law is not just for diplomats and judges but is ultimately owned by civil society, and how education and participatory research can bridge the gap between legal frameworks and real-world impact.

In this enriching conversation, Gurnaaz Kaur engages with Ms. Nancy Hollander, an internationally recognised American criminal defence lawyer and human rights activist, best known for representing two detainees from Guantanamo Bay for being allegedly involved in the 9/11 attack. She was portrayed by actress Jodie Foster in the 2021 film The Mauritanian about the case of her client Mohamedou Ould Slahi. She won Ms. Manning’s release in 2017 when President Obama commuted her sentence, as for more than four decades she has been representing individuals involved in national security issues. This episode dwells into the intricacies of the case of Mohamedou Ould Slahi, the detainee captured for his alleged involvement in the 9/11 attacks and Al Qaeda as he was held captive for 14 years without charge. We discuss the repercussions of the Guantanamo Bay prison on US Foreign Relations and its impact on diplomatic relations along with the horrifying human right violations taking place at the conflict arena. Ms. Hollander imparts her expert views on global security and counterterrorism effects.

Para-diplomacy, defined as the engagement of sub-national actors in international relations, has gained significant traction in India, reflecting a broader trend towards decentralized foreign policy. This discussion aims to critically analyze the recent developments in para-diplomacy within India, assess their significance, and explore how these changes are reshaping India's foreign policy and global engagement.

The quadrennial Olympic Games is the most prestigious event in the sporting world. Hosting the games was once considered a national ambition among many governments. However, in recent decades, it seems that the economic repercussions of hosting the Olympics seem to outweigh the benefits. Many countries like Greece, Brazil and Canada went into debt crises after the games and experienced huge protests and dissent during the Olympics. Coupled with this, the revenue generated from the Olympics rarely covers even half the budget require to organise them. In this discussion, we seek to analyse what has changed in the economics of the Olympics and why nations are not as enthusiastic about hosting the games as they were before.

In this Interview, a part of our Samvaad series, we unveil how geopolitical shifts and economic policies impact gendered consumerism, creating disparities that ripple through markets worldwide. Advertising, a powerful cultural mirror, often perpetuates traditional gender roles, yet it also holds the potential to challenge and redefine them. By examining case studies from diverse regions and integrating insights from pop culture phenomena like the feminist movement in fashion, we delve into how gender identities are constructed and contested in the marketplace. This exploration offers a nuanced understanding of the global economic fabric, where every purchase is political, and every ad, a statement.

In this episode, our research intern, Sonakshi Garg, had an enlightening conversation with Dr Supriya Malik, a renowned Developmental Psychologist, about the psychological and sociological significance of the Disney movie, Inside Out 2. The animated sequel proved to be a powerhouse of interesting psychological theories, motivating coping mechanisms and a microscope into the minds of young adults, who battle an array of novice emotions, all while trying to excavate who they really are, what they stand for and where they want to go.

In this series, we have conversations where we aim to have conversations with the members of other initiatives within the Centre, to understand their broader work and the specific projects they are working on. Our guests for this podcast are Aman and Harshita, team leads at the Azaad Awaaz initiative. Based on research and field interviews, the team has published research on Censorship and the Press in India.

Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launched a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it is a day that celebrates conversations around gender, but this in no way limits our project to cis-gendered experiences. Our aim is to have talks to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. For today's episode, Jigyasa from Team Swabhimaan is engaging in a discussion with Harshita Hari, a graduate student at the Jindal Global Law School (JGLS)

Our podcast delves into the captivating world of Arnab Ray's book, "Shaukchani." This evocative title hints at the chilling tale within – the story of a vengeful spirit named Shaukchani, a stark reminder that the horrors of human nature can be far more terrifying than any spectral entity. Ray, a renowned columnist for the Times of India, weaves a poignant narrative in "Shaukchani," detailing the harrowing trials and tribulations endured by the people of Bengal during the devastating famine of 1943. This powerful book offers a poignant glimpse into a period that forever altered the landscape of human relationships. Prepare to embark on a captivating journey as we navigate the intricate tapestry of history and identity. Leveraging Mr. Ray's extensive background and insightful perspective, we'll explore the multifaceted dimensions of human nature, revealing its complexities and contradictions. Join us for a thought-provoking dialogue that transcends cultural boundaries and sheds light on the dynamic interplay of language and experience. This promises to be a conversation that deepens our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.

In this edition of Vichaar, we explore the theme of empowering women through reproductive health including menstrual health, pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. The interview delves into common concerns, and challenges regarding access to reproductive healthcare in urban and rural settings as well as the broader societal implications. Dr. Smriti Agrawal is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist from Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. She is currently a professor at King George's Medical University. She has membership in several professional bodies like the Indian Fertility Society and the PCOS Society of India.

The 21st century can be characterized by the rise of technology, and therefore the human race has started the sociological processes of adapting itself  to this variable which has gotten added on to the equation termed as human life. Like every time period which has witnessed momentous political, sociological or economic changes, this era too will, and has already started to create novice laws, economic relationships, and human reactions, to accommodate the digital realm.  However, one significant difference between today’s digital age and previous years of change, is that the current era is changing at a pace faster than ever seen before, and therefore the clock of adaptation is ticking at too fast a pace for an equal distribution of benefits, mitigative strategies and positive behavioral modification to homogeneously occur.  Hence, this podcast aims to unravel and educate viewers on important terms like Privacy, Big Data and Surveillance Capitalism, which are steadily becoming the cornerstones of human society. Technology's relationship with law and an analysis of the preparedness of global legal systems to tackle the digital realm will also be done, in order to spread awareness about crucial characteristics of the coming ages. 

Imagine a courtroom in which every individual, regardless of sexuality or gender feels equally represented, respected and understood. Women courageously seek justice without the weight of societal pressure and expectations looming over them, ensuring that they are not marginalized in the process. This utopian scene is something the newly crafted, Supreme Court’s Gender Sensitisation and Sexual Harassment Prevention Handbook aims to bring about. The handbook reflects the Supreme Court’s holistic understanding of the germination of all gender and sexual related violence, that being the human mind. The human mind deciphers gender relations through language, and therefore, the most effective way to truly erase discrimination and violence faced by sexual minorities, is to cleanse popular language from its highly discriminatory, archaic and degrading phrases and words, which have a huge impact on the psyche of the judges, lawyers, victims, media and conventional society. In this discussion, we aim to uncover the contemporary dynamics between gender and the legal profession, shedding light on the treatment of sexual minorities within the larger society. By connecting these flawed relationships to the handbook, we explore its potential to revolutionize the landscape for gender justice in Indian courtrooms. We also examine the benefits it offers and the challenges it may encounter on its path toward fostering equal representation, respect and understanding for all individuals, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launched a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it is a day that celebrates conversations around gender, but this in no way limits our project to cis-gendered experiences. Our aim is to have talks to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. Today's Episode is the third one of the three-part series between Swabhimaan's Everyday Sexism Project and JGU GirlUp Society. This series is a deep dive into JGU Girl Up's amazing work on campus. For the third episode in the series, Prabhroop Kaur from Team Swabhimaan is engaging in a discussion with Veena, the JGU GirlUp President, and Tarana, their Public Relations Director.

Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around, you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launch a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it is a day that celebrates conversations around gender, but this in no way limits our project to cis-gendered experiences. Our aim is to have talks to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. Today's Episode is the second one of the three-part series between Swabhimaan's Everyday Sexism Project and JGU GirlUp Society. This series is a three-part deep dive into JGU Girl Up's amazing work on campus. For the second episode in the series, Savya from Team Swabhimaan is engaging in a discussion with Mehuli, the JGU GirlUp Vice President, and Arushi, their Events Director.

Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around, you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launch a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it a day that celebrates conversations around gender, but this no way limits our project to cisgendered experiences. Our aim is to have talk to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. Today's Episode is the first one of the three-part series between Swabhimaan's Everyday Sexism Project and JGU Girl Up Society. This series is a three-part deep dive into JGU Girl Up's amazing work on campus. For the first episode in the series, Jui from Team Swabhimaan is engaging in a discussion with Nikeeta, the General Secretary and Manavi, the Editor-in-Chief of JGU Girl Up.

In this episode of Vichaar, we talked to Mr. Raqib Hameed Naik who is a Kashmiri journalist, his work focuses on censorship of the State and the State's attempt to persecute religious minorities. The discussion in the episode centred on the experiences of journalists and their loved ones due to censorship by the state. We looked at how living experiences of truthful reporting by journalists have led to continuous harassment and scrutiny by the state to censor their work. This also inherently impacts their safety as well as their loved ones. The discussion also narrates the current landscape in journalism and the systemic change that has occurred in the reporting of news over the years, which is due to the growing majoritarian government in our country.

In this podcast, we had a wonderful conversation with the author of the book, "How to Love in Sanskrit", Anusha Rao. In this we learned the beauty of Sanskrit literature and the way it demonstrates the emotion, we know as love, an emotion seen and written about in every language of the world. Ms Anusha Rao is a PhD candidate at the University of Toronto, and this is her book which details the way Sanskrit literature has evolved. Sanskrit has too often been regarded as the sacred language of the gods, yet it is love that has been the overwhelming obsession of Sanskrit writers for over 3,000 years. How to Love in Sanskrit is an invitation to Sanskrit love poetry, bringing together verses and short prose pieces by celebrated writers like Kalidasa and Banabhatta, Buddhist and Jain monks, scholars, emperors, and even some modern-day poets. Join us as we navigate the complex landscape of history and identities, gaining insights from Ms. Rao extensive background and shedding light on the multifaceted dimensions of Poetry in the Sanskrit world and how they changed the way we see the world and the word, Love Tune in for a captivating dialogue that transcends boundaries and deepens our understanding of lingual dynamics

The Kerala Model of Development is a unique approach to economic and social development that has been successful in the state of Kerala, India. It is characterized by strong social indicators, such as high literacy rates, low infant mortality and birth rates, and a longer average life expectancy, which are comparable to developed countries. The model is based on wealth and resource redistribution programmes, high levels of political participation and activism, and a focus on investing in people rather than markets. However, the model is in decline because of several reasons such as lack of industrial growth, brain drain, aging population etc. In this discussion, we aim to discuss what can be done to bring Kerala back on track and ensure an upward growth trajectory.

Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around, you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launched a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it a day that celebrates conversations around gender but this no way limits our project to cisgendered experiences. Our aim is to have talk to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. For today’s episode, we are having some insights on the Everyday Sexism Project from Team Swabhimaan. Our Team member Savya Atrey is going to engage in a discussion with two of our very own Swabhimaan members Suhani Sharma and Adya Manchanda.

The Caption would be - “ Welcome to Umeed – a word meaning 'hope'. We're the official podcast of Swabhimaan, an initiative under the Centre of New Economics Studies. If you've ever wondered how gender and sexuality influence the world around, you – from economic policy to grassroot activism – this is the space for you. Prepare to be challenged, inspired, and ignited. This year on International Women’s Day, we launched a new project under Umeed - ‘Every Sexism Project’. We chose this day as it a day that celebrates conversations around gender but this no way limits our project to cisgendered experiences. Our aim is to have talk to diverse voices and be inclusive of different narratives. If you have ever felt that invisible nudge towards 'acting your gender'? Or seen unfairness play out just because of someone's identity? Or being forced to fit into society’s binaries? That's what we're unpacking this year under this project. We want to hear voices from our own campus O.P. Jindal Global University on everyday sexism and gender discrimination. Because hope starts with honest conversations. For today’s episode, Adya from Team Swabhimaan is engaging in a discussion with Ashish Bayya, a first-year graduate student at the Jindal Global Law School (JGLS)