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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

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00:39:29

Anticipating AI's Impact on Jobs

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2025/11/21

Jobs with high exposure to AI are seeing signs of disruption, causing real anxiety about the future. Join Sridhar Krishna, Rijesh Panicker, and Bharath Reddy as they try and make sense of the downsizing, the impact on hiring, and explore how we can prepare for this transformation.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:24:43

Deconstructing the DPDPA

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2025/11/20

MeitY has officially notified the DPDP Rules 2025, paving the way for implementing India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act. However, there are multiple aspects to be considered when reading the Act and Rules such as consent, data retention, children's data protection, grievance redressal, etc. In this episode of All Things Policy, Adya Madhavan discusses the Rules and it's implementation with Anwesha Sen, partly to unpack some of these nuances but more so to pose questions.All

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00:33:17

China's Anti-involution Policies

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2025/11/19

This episode of All Things Policy unpacks one of the most persistent features of China’s economy: overcapacity. Bhumika Sevkani, Research Analyst at the Takshashila Institution, speaks with Yanmei Xie, Senior Associate Fellow at MERICS, about Beijing’s emerging anti-involution policies and their implications for China and its trading partners. Drawing on her expertise, Yanmei explains the structural drivers of China’s economy and why curbing involutionary competition may prove far more challenging

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00:24:41

G2 and US Disengagement: Rhetoric vs. Reality

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2025/11/18

In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Brigadier Anil Raman (Retd.) to unpack the myths surrounding US–China stability and America’s supposed disengagement from East Asia. Together, they explore why the idea of a US–China “G2” repeatedly collapses, how US rhetoric masks a deepening military presence in the Indo-Pacific, and what these trends mean for India’s strategic future. This conversation breaks down the data, the history, and the geopolitical signals

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00:24:51

Global Politics in the Gaming World

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2025/11/17

In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane sits with audio director Rahul Ranganath to explore the convergence between global politics and the gaming industry. This episode unpacks how video games sometimes mirror geopolitical dynamics, potentially become vectors for propaganda and activism, and shape public perception on identity and conflict. Be a part of the conversation that unpacks the cultural and political weight of the gaming industry.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on

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00:23:55

Changemaking Not a Solo Act

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2025/11/14

What does it take to build something bigger than ourselves? Join Sowmya Prabhakar and Shreya Ramakrishnan in this episode of All Things Policy, as they talk about collaborative changemaking, the often long, challenging, and inspiring process of communities learning, giving, and growing together. They unpack myths, share tools and frameworks, and reflect on what it means to make change in India today.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:39:49

The Geopolitics of Rare Earths

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2025/11/13

The months-long US-China trade tensions have reignited global attention on rare earths, the critical minerals that power everything from smartphones to fighter jets. When Beijing used export controls to restrict rare earth supplies to the United States, it pushed Donald Trump to negotiate a truce in Busan, South Korea. But was that truce the end, or just the beginning, of a new phase in great power competition? As the US and its allies race to reduce dependence on China, the battle for control over

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00:24:50

How Everyday Creativity Influences Public Policy

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2025/11/12

In this episode of All Things Policy, Astha Rastogi, Programme Manager for Defence & Foreign Affairs, and Bhumika Sevkani, Research Analyst in the Indo-Pacific Studies Programme, will explore how creative work in India has begun to influence public policy in unexpected ways. From food-label activism on Instagram to narrative shifts triggered by documentaries, and from pedestrian walkability audits to design-led research, the episode analyses how creative interventions are shaping public

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00:35:58

Two Leaders, Too Many Tales

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2025/11/10

In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Ashwin Prasad and Anushka Saxena discuss the highlights from the recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Anushka speaks to the differences in the two sides immediate and long-term signalling on "concessions" and "consensus", even as she acknowledges that important foundations for stability were established. Ashwin also probes and thinks through how the US-China trade and tech war impacts

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00:30:30

Seniorcare: Planning for India's Elderly

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2025/11/07

Malathi Renati and Sowmya Prabhakar share their firsthand experience in senior care. Their conversation focuses on the policy response to securing the future of India’s growing senior population, the emerging 'silver economy,' and the crucial role of society and culture in supporting our senior citizens. To age actively and gracefully.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:34:03

The Language of Intelligence

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2025/11/06

Languages are more than words; they’re emotion, identity, and access. This week on All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar speaks with Omshivaprakash about what it will take to make AI inclusive, one that truly understands India’s people, not just its English speakers.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:20:31

The Blunders of Our Governments

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2025/11/05

Why do governments, even with the best minds and the noblest intentions, so often get it wrong? Taking the route to Whitehall, Vanshika Saraf and Maria Ann Philip discuss the book The Blunders of Our Governments by Anthony King and Ivor Crewe, an enriching study of Britain’s political missteps. Reflecting on detailed examples by the authors, they probe why civic and institutional cultures lead to policy blunders, even in advanced democracies. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy

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00:22:05

Teaching The Teachers

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2025/11/04

In this episode, Leah and Astha discuss the state of teacher training in government schools: what’s working, what isn’t, and how policy can do better. From the promise of DIETs to new models like mentorship programs and digital learning platforms, the discussion unpacks how thoughtful reform could transform the classroom experience for millions of children.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:35:42

NISAR- New Era of Earth Observation Begins

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2025/11/03

A few months ago, the world witnessed a historic breakthrough in Earth observation technology with the successful launch of the NISAR satellite, a landmark joint mission by NASA and ISRO. More than just another step forward in space exploration, NISAR marks the beginning of a new era of global cooperation and a deeper understanding of our planet. Since entering orbit, the satellite has started transmitting remarkable radar images of Earth, capturing fine details of geological activity, vegetation

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00:29:28

The Future of Food- Of Functional Foods and Smart...

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2025/10/31

Biotechnologies are transforming how we grow, produce, and consume food. What does this mean for the future of nutrition and health? What challenges do producers and consumers face as food becomes smarter and more functional? And how should governments respond to these rapid changes? In this episode, Shambhavi Naik joins Suman Joshi to explore these questions and more.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:31:31

Understanding the Brahmaputra, Through the Eyes of...

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2025/10/30

The Brahamaputra is one of the world’s longest and widest rivers, running through Tibet, Bangladesh and India, with a total area of 5,80,000 Sq.km and a total length of 2,900 km. What are the unique challenges that emerge due to the river’s transnational existence? What are some of the pressing environmental and developmental concerns related to the river and what could nimble policymaking look like for such a dynamic landscape? To answer all this and more, renowned author, journalist, and human

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00:24:35

Uniforms and Power: America’s Democratic Test

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2025/10/29

In this episode of All Things Policy, Abhishek Kadiyala is in conversation with Brigadier Anil Raman (Retd.) to discuss emerging signs of democratic backsliding in the United States. The Second Trump administration’s approach to the top military brass, their legally contested deployments of National Guard and ICE become an important symptom of this backsliding. President Trump’s close ally and Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth’s recent address to military leaders at Quantico, followed by the dismissal

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00:38:34

Grid Penalty or Green Killer?

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2025/10/28

Join Srinivasan Iyengar and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where the discussion focuses on India’s electricity sector. Around the world, electricity demand is rising sharply due to post-COVID economic recovery, greater electrification of transport (EVs), the growing share of renewables, and the expansion of data centres. As a rapidly industrialising developing nation, how is India positioned to meet this surge in demand? What adjustments are needed to ensure that the power

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00:23:03

Unraveling the Pakistan-Taliban Ties

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2025/10/27

October 2025 saw among the deadliest clashes across the Pakistan-Afghanistan border since the Taliban took power in Kabul in 2021. In this episode of All Things Policy, Aishwaria Sonavane and Shobhankita Reddy declutter what triggered these clashes and what all this means for India. All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public policy brought to you by the Takshashila Institution,

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00:25:59

Innovation-Driven Economic Growth

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2025/10/24

In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Shobhankita Reddy, Research analysts at the Takshashila Institution, discuss about the 2025 Nobel Prize awarded in the field of Economics. They delve into the winners' (Joel Mokyr, Phillipe Aghion, Peter Howitt) work, their research, the relevance of their studies in today's economic sphere, criticisms surrounding these studies, and possible takeaways for India's economic development.All Things Policy is a daily podcast on public

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