Geopolitics in Flux: Challenges and Opportunities for Companies
In this episode, Sowmya Prabhakar and Bhumika Sevkani sit down with Srividya Jandhyala, Associate Professor at ESSEC Business School, to unpack how today’s shifting geopolitical landscape is reshaping the world of business. From the evolving role of managers to strategies for navigating uncertainty, the discussion explores both the challenges and opportunities that the changing global order presents for companies and economies alike. 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/research-areasCheck out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in
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An Assessment on Indian Geospatial Portals
In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani and Anisree Suresh discuss the capabilities and challenges of India’s geospatial portals. They also examine what holds them back compared to global counterparts, and highlight how India can fine-tune its policies to make geospatial portals more accessible, innovative, and citizen-centric.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/research-areasCheck out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in
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The Geometry of Uncertainty: India-US Relationship and Quad’s Future
In this episode of All Things Policy, Vanshika Saraf is joined by Rushali Saha, a Maitri Fellow at the United States Studies Centre in Sydney. Together, they examine whether the Quad is beginning to drift in the choppy waters of the Indo-Pacific. Recent developments, from stalled trade talks to a sudden spike in visa fees, have tested the foundations of the India-US partnership. As these challenges unfold, what is India’s diplomatic strategy? And can the Quad survive domestic churn within its member states? Tune in for a conversation on trust, transitions, and the wishful transience of it all.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/research-areasCheck out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in
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Bengaluru's Yellow Metro Line Through Geopolitical Tracks
On 10 August 2025, after a long delay, the yellow metro line was finally inaugurated by PM Modi in Bengaluru. But just a month after the inauguration, long wait times, overcrowding and underutilisation of potential continue to plague the nearly 19 km line that connects RV Road with Bommasandra. The reason? Geopolitics, because of the involvement of a Chinese supplier of rolling stock.In this episode of All Things Policy, Lokendra sits down with Tannmay Kumarr Baid, a junior adjunct scholar with Takshashila, who has examined the geopolitical angle of the yellow metro line in a recently published discussion document co-authored with Pranay Kotasthane, deputy director, Takshashila. Join in the conversation as Tannmay unpacks the geopolitical factors as lessons learned for future metro projects. 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/research-areasCheck out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in
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Society, State & Market: India’s Cyber Awareness Playbook
Cyber scams, phishing links, ransomware attacks and digital threats are everywhere. In this episode of All Things Policy, Sowmya Prabhakar (COO, Takshashila Institution) chats with Vinay Nagaraj and Lokendra Sharma about how the society, government and markets can join forces to keep our data safe and our clicks smarter. Tune in for practical tips, sharp insights, and a fresh take on India’s cyber-awareness playbook.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/research-areasCheck out our public policy courses here: https://school.takshashila.org.in
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.