Episodes

Send us a text Meet a crusader for environmental sustainability who has worked tirelessly to protect natural resources and promote sustainable development. He has confronted challenges head-on, inspiring hope for a climate-resilient future, and a healthier planet, sometimes even at personal peril. Tune in to the latest episode of the 'What India Needs' podcast, where we delve into the environmental challenges and opportunities faced by India with Dr T.V. Ramachandra, scientist at the Indian ...

Send us a text India is on track to becoming a $5 trillion economy by 2026-27. In this episode, Shutapa Paul engages with Rajat Tandon, President of IVCA (Indian Venture and Alternate Capital Association) and together they explore the rise of startups, MSMEs and entrepreneurship in India. What sectors should be invested in? Tune in to hear Rajat Tandon's professional and personal insights on investing and governance in today's India. Don't miss out! Catch the full conversation on YouTub...

Send us a text 66% of a woman's work is "unpaid labour" compared to only 12% for men. In this episode, Shutapa Paul engages with Nupur Garg, Founder of Winpe and together they explore the gender gap and workplace inequalities faced by women. How can we build a workplace that treats everyone equally? Tune in to hear Nupur Garg's professional and personal insights on the challenges and discrimination that women face at the workplace. Don't miss out! Catch the full conversation on YouTube ...

Send us a text By 2050, one in five Indians will be a senior citizen, amounting to a remarkable 347 million elderly individuals. In this episode, Shutapa Paul engages with Rajinish Menon, Founder & CEO of Sukino Healthcare Solutions, to explore this demographic shift and the current state of senior citizens in India. How prepared are we to tackle the emerging challenges and seize the opportunities this shift presents? Tune in to hear Rajinish Menon's expert insights on senior care and ou...

Send us a text What makes a “good” bureaucrat? In this episode, we delve into the mind and life of an Indian bureaucrat. Featuring Anil Swarup, former Coal and Education Secretary, Government of India, this episode charts almost four decades of his extensive bureaucratic expertise. Discover Anil Swarup’s insights on navigating the delicate dynamics between civil servants and politicians, listen to awe-inspiring anecdotes drawn from real-life encounters with politicians, and gather valuable ...

Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the water crisis faced by the Indian cities—a wake-up call for 100+ cities that could face the same by 2050. Join us as we speak with Vikas Bramhavar, founder of BOSON Whitewater, to uncover the causes of this crisis, the transformative power of wastewater management, and how we can save every drop for a sustainable future. Discover how STP-treated water becomes high-quality and fit for consumption, and learn about BOSON Whitewater's inspiring jour...