Interpreting India

On Interpreting India, every two weeks, we bring in voices from India and around the globe to unpack how technology, the economy, and foreign policy impact India’s relationship with the world. In the second season, Carnegie scholars ask questions that hold the potential to alter India’s trajectory through the coming decade.

India's Space Sector with Narayan Prasad Nagendra
- May 20, 2022
In this episode, Narayan Prasad Nagendra joins Konark Bhandari to discuss some of the key developments in India’s space sector. How close are we to seeing the next SpaceX of Indian origin? What is on the wish list for private space companies in India?
The History of India's Nuclear Program with Jahnavi Phalkey
- April 28, 2022
In this episode, Jahnavi Phalkey joins Shibani Mehta to discuss the history of India's Nuclear program. What is the relationship between science, the state, and nationhood in India? What does the history of the beginnings of nuclear research and education tell us about India’s political ambitions?
The Russia-India-China Dynamic with P.S. Raghavan and Tanvi Madan
- April 14, 2022
In this episode, Tanvi Madan and P.S. Raghavan join Deep Pal to discuss the evolving dynamic between Russia, India, and China, against the background of the war in Ukraine.
Discussing India's Promise and Struggles with Naushad Forbes
- April 08, 2022
In this episode, Naushad Forbes joins Suyash Rai to discuss his recently published book, 'The Struggle and the Promise: Restoring India’s Potential'.
Vijay Gokhale on Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's Visit to India
- March 28, 2022
In this episode, Vijay Gokhale joins Rudra Chaudhuri to discuss the significance of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to India, particularly against the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine crisis. How does the Ukraine crisis shape the Sino-Indian relationship?
Understanding the Rohingya Crisis with Jayita Sarkar
- March 24, 2022
In this episode of Interpreting India, Jayita Sarkar joins Shibani Mehta to take a step back and understand the history of the Rohingya Crisis. Who are the Rohingya people? What does their story tell us about Myanmar’s political history? When did the polarization between the communities begin?
China's Digital Yuan with Robert Greene
- March 10, 2022
In this episode of Interpreting India, Robert Greene joins Priyadarshini D. to explore the use and impact of China’s digital yuan. What's China's motivation behind its e-CNY? How does it work? What are some of the domestic and international implications of its rollout?
Semiconductor Supply Chains with Sanjay Gupta
- February 24, 2022
In this episode of Interpreting India, Sanjay Gupta joins Konark Bhandari to shed an industry perspective at semiconductor supply chains and India’s potential in the space.
Discussing Russia-Ukraine Tensions with Dmitri Trenin
- February 10, 2022
In this episode, Dmitri Trenin joins Rudra Chaudhuri to discuss the tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Together, they take a closer look at the current impasse and the geopolitics shaping it.
Understanding the Rise and Fall of India's Economic Growth with Arvind Subramanian
- January 27, 2022
In this episode, Arvind Subramanian joins Suyash Rai to discuss the rise and fall of India's economic growth. They answer questions such as how can we assess India's economic growth? Which indicators and factors are the most useful? And what are some of the challenges and opportunities that India faces today?
India's Cryptocurrency Space with Tanvi Ratna
- December 02, 2021
In this episode, Tanvi Ratna joins Priyadarshini to discuss the cryptocurrency space in India. They answer questions such as how could a renewed ban on all private cryptocurrencies play out? And what does the global growth of cryptocurrencies indicate for the future of India’s financial system?
China's Influence in South Asia with Deep Pal
- November 11, 2021
In this episode, Deep Pal joins Shibani Mehta to delve deep into China’s influence in South Asia.
The Encryption Debate with Matthew D. Green
- October 28, 2021
In this episode, Matthew D. Green joins Udbhav Tiwari to delve into the debate surrounding end-to-end encryption and answer questions related to the growing concerns about the future of encryption technology.
Aid and Development in a Taliban-Led Afghanistan with Shanthie Mariet D'Souza
- October 20, 2021
In this episode, Shanthie Mariet D'Souza joins Shibani Mehta to analyze the question of aid and development in a Taliban led Afghanistan.
The QUAD, SCO, AUKUS, and UNGA: Discussing India's Position in World Politics with Gautam Bambawale
- September 30, 2021
In this episode, Gautam Bambawale joins Deep Pal to discuss the major foreign policy events of the last two weeks and India's contribution to them.
Discussing Delhi's Draft Master Plan 2041 with Rumi Aijaz
- August 05, 2021
In this episode, Rumi Aijaz joins Anirudh Burman to discuss Delhi’s new Draft Master Plan, 2041. How has it improved upon the shortcomings of the preceding master plans? How does it compare with the planning process across other cities in India?
Discussing Afghanistan after the U.S. Withdrawal with Avinash Paliwal and Thomas Ruttig
- July 15, 2021
In this episode, Avinash Paliwal and Thomas Ruttig join Deep Pal to analyze the present situation in Afghanistan, what the implications of the U.S. withdrawal might be, and what this might mean for India and other countries involved.
Evaluating the Health of India's Financial Institutions with Rajeswari Sengupta
- June 24, 2021
In this episode, Rajeswari Sengupta joins Suyash Rai to evaluate the health of India’s financial sector. Together, they assess the impact of the second wave on India's financial sector. What measures can be taken to address some of its main issues?
Understanding the Israel-Palestine Conflict with Zaha Hassan and Nicolas Blarel
- June 10, 2021
Zaha Hassan and Nicolas Blarel join Shibani Mehta to discuss the Israel-Palestine conflict and assess some of its broader effects. How has the international society and India reacted to it? And finally, what shall be its likely impact on the future of the Arab-Israeli conflict?
Discussing Patent Laws and Vaccines with Alex Tabarrok
- May 27, 2021
Alex Tabarrok joins Anirudh Burman to discuss if the existing law on patents is affecting India’s ability to vaccinate its citizens. In this episode, we understand the logic behind the proposal for the TRIPS waiver, and what must be done to globally increase vaccine supplies.
Discussing India's Urban Governance Structures and the Second Wave with Srikanth Viswanathan
- May 17, 2021
In this episode, Srikanth Viswanathan joins Anirudh Burman to assess India's urban governance structures in the face of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. How are states and local authorities equipped to manage the situation?
Analyzing the International Order with Yogendra Kumar
- April 29, 2021
Yogendra Kumar joins Deep Pal to analyze the state of the international order. The conclusion of the Cold War in 1991 heralded a new age of peace and prosperity under the leadership of Western powers. Yet, there remain several problems that plague the international system.
Analyzing India's Fiscal Trends with Pinaki Chakraborty
- April 16, 2021
Pinaki Chakraborty, director NIPFP, joins Carnegie India's Suyash Rai to analyze India’s fiscal responses to the pandemic. Together, they assess how India’s fiscal policy to tackle the pandemic has fared so far. What fiscal measures may be taken to boost economic output? What are some of the prominent obstacles likely to hinder these efforts?
Jonathan Dharmapalan answers: how might central bank digital currencies change the way we transact?
- March 25, 2021
What would a cashless India and world look like? Jonathan Dharmapalan joins Rajesh Bansal to shed light on Central Bank Digital Currencies, which are meant to act as a replacement for cash. Together, they unpack what digital currencies are, and how they could affect the way we transact.
Season 1
The 2020s began with a deadly pandemic, a contracting economy, precarious geopolitical relations, and a rapidly evolving technological landscape that has accelerated its pace. In season 1 of Interpreting India, host Srinath Raghavan and his guests unpacked the factors that led to these seemingly unprecedented circumstances.
Analyzing India's Agricultural Markets and Farm Laws with Mekhala Krishnamurthy
- February 11, 2021
Mekhala Krishnamurthy joins Srinath Raghavan to analyze India’s agricultural sector, its markets, and the impact of the new farms laws. Can these laws effectively tackle the main issues prevalent in India’s agrarian economy? Why have these laws stoked so much protest across certain farmer groups? And finally, how shall the agricultural landscape change once these laws are properly implemented?
The Biden Administration and U.S.- India Relations
- January 25, 2021
Tanvi Madan joins Srinath Raghavan to discuss the Biden administration, its composition, and how this might have an effect on U.S.-India relations.
Unpacking the Naga Peace Negotiations with Sanjib Baruah
- December 07, 2020
In this episode, Sanjib Baruah joins Srinath Raghavan to unpack the Naga peace negotiations and the recent setbacks. They explore the factors affecting the positions of the various stakeholders. Further, they ask—what shall happen to the peace process going forward if the antagonism between the government and the NSCN (IM) persists?
Navigating State-Capital Relations with Rohit Chandra
- November 19, 2020
In this episode Rohit Chandra joins Srinath Raghavan to analyze the evolving relationship between state and capital in India.
Assessing India's Inflation Targeting Regime with Radhika Pandey
- November 05, 2020
Radhika Pandey joins Srinath Raghavan to analyze India's inflation targeting system. They assess how the system has fared since 2015, particularly in the wake of the pandemic.
Analyzing the Afghan Peace Negotiations with Anatol Lieven and Rudra Chaudhuri
- October 23, 2020
Anatol Lieven and Rudra Chaudhuri join Srinath Raghavan to analyze the implications of the recent intra-Afghan negotiations. Are the negotiating parties well-poised towards building a peace deal? And what are the prospects of talks leading to a successful peace deal in Afghanistan?
Revisiting the LAC with Sushant Singh
- October 08, 2020
In this episode, Sushant Singh joins Srinath Raghavan to discuss the latest developments in the Sino-Indian border conflict along the LAC. They analyze current military positions on both sides and the prospects of conflict.
India's Remittance Economy with S. Irudaya Rajan
- September 24, 2020
Professor S. Irudaya Rajan joins Srinath Raghavan as they unpack the issues that plague India's remittance economy. They analyze the coronavirus pandemic's impact on remittance income from a national and regional perspective and try to chart the future of this institution in a post-pandemic world.
Understanding India's Migrant Crisis with Chinmay Tumbe
- September 10, 2020
Chinmay Tumbe joins Srinath Raghavan as they discuss India’s migrant crisis. They assess its implications on India's domestic and urban labor markets, and what the crisis holds for India's long-standing traditions of internal migration.
Unpacking India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code with Bhargavi Zaveri
- August 27, 2020
In this episode, Srinath Raghavan speaks to Bhargavi Zaveri as they unpack India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC). They examine how India's existing regulatory framework might fare for bankruptcies arising against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic.
Decoding India's Defense Sector with Anit Mukherjee
- August 13, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Anit Mukherjee as they discuss India's defense sector. In their conversation, they explore some of the underlying problems plaguing India's defence institutions and the extent to which the government’s recent reforms address these issues.
Understanding Indo-Nepal Relations with Constantino Xavier
- July 30, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Constantino Xavier as they discuss the relationship between India and Nepal. In doing so, they contextualize the recent border tensions that erupted at the Indo-Nepalese border in May 2020.
COVID-19 and India's Macroeconomy with Pranjul Bhandari
- July 20, 2020
Four months after the first lockdown, Srinath Raghavan is joined by Pranjul Bhandari as they assess how India's macroeconomic responses have aged through the pandemic.
Understanding the Line of Actual Control with Shyam Saran
- July 02, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Shyam Saran as they discuss the Line of Actual Control (LAC) on the Sino-Indian border. They discuss how the LAC impacts and is impacted by the relationship between New Delhi and Beijing.
Assessing the Sino-Indian Border Confrontation
- June 17, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Ashley J. Tellis as they discuss the origins and nature of the current Sino-Indian border confrontation. They situate the crisis in the context of broader geopolitical developments and assess its impact on Sino-Indian ties.
Assessing India's COVID-19 Response With K. Sujatha Rao
- June 11, 2020
To help take stock of India's pandemic strategy, Srinath Raghavan speaks to K. Sujatha Rao. They discuss the impact of India's nationwide lockdown, center-state public health relations, and the way forward.
India's Agrarian Economy and COVID-19
- June 04, 2020
Srinath Raghavan and Himanshu discuss the state of India’s agrarian economy, agricultural reforms, and the impact of coronavirus on this crucial sector.
China's Path to Economic Recovery Post-Coronavirus
- May 28, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Michael Pettis as they discuss the various facets of the Chinese economy and Beijing’s attempts to set itself on the path to economic recovery post-coronavirus.
Coronavirus and the Indian Labor and Household Sectors
- May 21, 2020
As India enters week 8 of its lockdown, the country's economy has reached a grinding halt. To better understand the impact of the pandemic – especially on the labor and household sectors– Srinath Raghavan speaks to Mahesh Vyas about the long-term repercussions of the lockdown on the Indian economy.
The Indian Police and State Capacity
- May 14, 2020
Srinath Raghavan speaks to Maja Daruwala, chief editor of the India Justice Report—a first-of-its-kind study— which assesses the state capacity of India’s police force and identifies key areas where reforms are most urgent. The report also focuses on the other three pillars of justice in India, which are the judiciary, prisons and legal aid.
Coronavirus and India's Triple Crisis
- May 07, 2020
Srinath Raghavan and Reetika Khera discuss the impact of a "triple crisis" - health, economic, and humanitarian crises - that India is currently tackling, which stems from the rampant coronavirus pandemic, and the way forward.
Future of US-China Relations Post-Coronavirus
- April 23, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Evan Feigenbaum to discuss how the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the geopolitical and economic competition between the United States and China and their prospects for cooperation.
Learning from China’s Coronavirus Experience
- April 15, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Ananth Krishnan to discuss the trajectory of COVID19 in China, Beijing’s strategy to contain the virus, and the lessons India can learn from China in its own fight against the pandemic.
Data Privacy and Pandemics
- April 09, 2020
Srinath Raghavan is joined by Anirudh Burman as they discuss how different countries are leveraging data in their fight against COVID19, India’s approach, and what privacy means in a world engulfed by a pandemic.
Globalization in the Age of Coronavirus
- April 02, 2020
Rudra Chaudhuri joins Srinath Raghavan as they talk about the global nature of the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on world politics.
The Economic Impact of COVID-19
- March 26, 2020
Srinath Raghavan and Suyash Rai discuss the grave social and economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic on financial markets and its consequences for India.
Analyzing India's Union Budget 2020
- February 27, 2020
Guest host, Anirudh Burman and Suyash Rai analyze the impact and implications of the Union Budget 2020 on the Indian economic landscape.
The Dynamic India-US-China relationship with Tanvi Madan
- February 06, 2020
Tanvi Madan, in conversation with Srinath Raghavan, discusses the dynamic India-US-China trilateral relationship and how China shaped India-US relations during the Cold War.
Balancing the Innovation and Regulation of Fintech with Sopnendu Mohanty and Philip Von Restorff
- January 23, 2020
Srinath Raghavan speaks to Sopnendu Mohanty and Philip Von Restorff about the emerging fintech space and the suitable regulatory and policy approaches to it.
Applications and Ethics of AI with Chinmayi Arun and Matt Sheehan
- January 09, 2020
Chinmayi Arun and Matt Sheehan breakdown the applications of AI and the ethical debates surrounding its use.
The Geopolitics of Data with François Godement and Ralf Sauer
- December 19, 2019
In a special episode recorded at the Global Technology Summit 2019, guest host, Rudra Chaudhuri speaks to François Godement and Ralf Sauer about the global debates on issues of data privacy and data protection, EU's approach to data sovereignty, and the implications of India's personal data protection bill.
Data Protection in India with Anirudh Burman
- December 05, 2019
Anirudh Burman and Srinath Raghavan discuss the implications of India's draft personal data protection bill.
Diplomacy in a Disordered World with William J. Burns
- November 21, 2019
Srinath Raghavan and William J. Burns highlight the importance of diplomacy in an increasingly tumultuous world and evolving India-U.S. relations.
Demystifying India's Financial Sector with Suyash Rai
- November 07, 2019
Suyash Rai, in conversation with Srinath Raghavan, provides a comprehensive analysis of the opportunities and challenges for India's financial sector.
Understanding the RCEP with Rajat Kathuria
- October 24, 2019
Rajat Kathuria and Srinath Raghavan analyze the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) and India's approach to the multilateral organization.
Shaping Space Diplomacy with Rajeswari P. Rajagopalan
- October 10, 2019
Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan and Srinath Raghavan discuss areas for competition, cooperation, and governance in the space domain.
Decoding the India-China Relationship with Shivshankar Menon
- September 26, 2019
As India and China mark 70 years of diplomatic ties, Srinath Raghavan speaks to Shivshankar Menon about the shared history, culture, and future of the bilateral relationship between the two neighbors.
Unpacking the Economy with Indira Rajaraman
- September 12, 2019
Srinath Raghavan and Indira Rajaraman examine India's 2019-2020 Union Budget, the ongoing U.S.-China trade war, and the slowing global economy.
A Nuclear World with Vipin Narang
- August 29, 2019
Vipin Narang joins Srinath Raghavan to analyze India's evolving nuclear strategy and the impact of nuclear weapons around the world.
Technology and Society with Nandan Nilekani
- August 15, 2019
Srinath Raghavan sits down with Nandan Nilekani to discuss the future of globalization, data empowerment, and the role of technology in society in India.

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Interpreting India

India's Space Sector with Narayan Prasad Nagendra

The History of India's Nuclear Program with Jahnavi Phalkey

The Russia-India-China Dynamic with P.S. Raghavan and Tanvi Madan

Discussing India's Promise and Struggles with Naushad Forbes

Vijay Gokhale on Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's Visit to India

Understanding the Rohingya Crisis with Jayita Sarkar

China's Digital Yuan with Robert Greene

Semiconductor Supply Chains with Sanjay Gupta

Discussing Russia-Ukraine Tensions with Dmitri Trenin

Understanding the Rise and Fall of India's Economic Growth with Arvind Subramanian

India's Cryptocurrency Space with Tanvi Ratna

China's Influence in South Asia with Deep Pal

The Encryption Debate with Matthew D. Green

Aid and Development in a Taliban-Led Afghanistan with Shanthie Mariet D'Souza

The QUAD, SCO, AUKUS, and UNGA: Discussing India's Position in World Politics with Gautam Bambawale

Discussing Delhi's Draft Master Plan 2041 with Rumi Aijaz

Discussing Afghanistan after the U.S. Withdrawal with Avinash Paliwal and Thomas Ruttig

Evaluating the Health of India's Financial Institutions with Rajeswari Sengupta

Understanding the Israel-Palestine Conflict with Zaha Hassan and Nicolas Blarel

Discussing Patent Laws and Vaccines with Alex Tabarrok

Discussing India's Urban Governance Structures and the Second Wave with Srikanth Viswanathan

Analyzing the International Order with Yogendra Kumar

Analyzing India's Fiscal Trends with Pinaki Chakraborty

Jonathan Dharmapalan answers: how might central bank digital currencies change the way we transact?

Season 1

Analyzing India's Agricultural Markets and Farm Laws with Mekhala Krishnamurthy

The Biden Administration and U.S.- India Relations

Unpacking the Naga Peace Negotiations with Sanjib Baruah

Navigating State-Capital Relations with Rohit Chandra

Assessing India's Inflation Targeting Regime with Radhika Pandey

Analyzing the Afghan Peace Negotiations with Anatol Lieven and Rudra Chaudhuri

Revisiting the LAC with Sushant Singh

India's Remittance Economy with S. Irudaya Rajan

Understanding India's Migrant Crisis with Chinmay Tumbe

Unpacking India's Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code with Bhargavi Zaveri

Decoding India's Defense Sector with Anit Mukherjee

Understanding Indo-Nepal Relations with Constantino Xavier

COVID-19 and India's Macroeconomy with Pranjul Bhandari

Understanding the Line of Actual Control with Shyam Saran

Assessing the Sino-Indian Border Confrontation

Assessing India's COVID-19 Response With K. Sujatha Rao

India's Agrarian Economy and COVID-19

China's Path to Economic Recovery Post-Coronavirus

Coronavirus and the Indian Labor and Household Sectors

The Indian Police and State Capacity

Coronavirus and India's Triple Crisis

Future of US-China Relations Post-Coronavirus

Learning from China’s Coronavirus Experience

Data Privacy and Pandemics

Globalization in the Age of Coronavirus

The Economic Impact of COVID-19

Analyzing India's Union Budget 2020

The Dynamic India-US-China relationship with Tanvi Madan

Balancing the Innovation and Regulation of Fintech with Sopnendu Mohanty and Philip Von Restorff

Applications and Ethics of AI with Chinmayi Arun and Matt Sheehan

The Geopolitics of Data with François Godement and Ralf Sauer

Data Protection in India with Anirudh Burman

Diplomacy in a Disordered World with William J. Burns

Demystifying India's Financial Sector with Suyash Rai

Understanding the RCEP with Rajat Kathuria

Shaping Space Diplomacy with Rajeswari P. Rajagopalan

Decoding the India-China Relationship with Shivshankar Menon

Unpacking the Economy with Indira Rajaraman

A Nuclear World with Vipin Narang

Technology and Society with Nandan Nilekani

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