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Bharatvaarta

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Citizenship Amendment Act
Arvind Kejriwal
United States
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Article 370
Women's Labor Participation

Bharatvaarta podcast is a commentary on politics, policy and culture focused on India. The podcast brings together people from different walks of life who have varied and interesting perspectives on what's happening around us.

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Latest Episodes

Aurangzeb, History & the Politics of Memory – Saurabh Lohogaonkar on India’s Distorted Past ⚔️📖

Aurangzeb remains one of the most polarizing figures in Indian history — remembered as both an emperor and a tyrant, a ruler and a destroyer. But what h... more

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India’s democracy continues to puzzle the West — thriving amid diversity, faith, and chaos, yet repeatedly misjudged by global indices and foreign intellectuals.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Prof. Salvatore Babones joins host Roshan Cariappa t... more

India’s technology story is at a crossroads — from America’s visa games and rising protectionism, to India’s own challenges with innovation, policy, and capital. In this hard-hitting conversation, veteran investor and public intellectual Mohandas Pai... more

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India’s neighborhood and the wider world are in flux — from youth-led protests in Nepal and regime change in Bangladesh, to Pakistan’s endless games and China’s march to 2049. In this no-holds-barred conversation, former R&AW chief Vikram Sood joins ... more

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Recent Guests

Saurabh Lohogaonkar
Author of 'Aurangzeb Whitewashing Tyrant Distorting Narratives'
Episode: Aurangzeb, Whitewashing & India’s Forgotten Truths | Saurabh Lohogaonkar – Author
Salvatore Babones
Political sociologist and author of 'Dharma Democracy'
Episode: Why Muslims Still Feel Separate | Prof. Salvatore Babones – Political Sociologist
Ajay Rotti
Tax Lawyer and Founder of Tax Compass
Episode: How GST 2.0 could transform Indian Middle Class | Ajay Rotti - Taxation Expert
Neelkanth Mishra
Chief economist at Axis Bank and one of India's most respected market strategists.
Axis Bank
Episode: India vs China: What’s Holding Us Back? Neelkanth Mishra Explains 🚀🇮🇳
Vikram Sood
Former Chief of Research and Analysis Wing (RAW), expert on intelligence and security
Episode: What caused Operation Sindoor | Ex-RAW Chief Reveals Strategy | Vikram Sood
Sanjeev Sanyal
Member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister, author, and expert in economics and policy.
Government of India, Economic Advisory Council
Episode: Sanjeev Sanyal on Trump's Tariffs and India’s Economic Strategy: You Can’t Miss This!
Goutham Desiraju
Professor at the Indian Institute of Science and author focusing on delimitation and constitutional reforms in India.
Indian Institute of Science
Episode: Why South India is Scared of Delimitation | Goutham Desiraju(Prof. IISc & Author)
Harsh Gupta
Investor, author, and fund manager at Ionic Asset Management
Ionic Asset Management
Episode: Investors Are Panicking—Here’s What You Need to Know | Harsh Madhusudan | Aashish Sommaiyaa
Aashish Sommaiyaa
Veteran in asset management, former CEO of Motilal Oswal AMC, now leading White Oak Capital
White Oak Capital
Episode: Investors Are Panicking—Here’s What You Need to Know | Harsh Madhusudan | Aashish Sommaiyaa

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Medha Bhaskaran
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Roshan
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Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • Interesting topics covered,

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bira707
    United States3 months ago
  • Great podcast

    Great series covering contemporary topics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sid_0692
    United States3 years ago
  • This is a must listen podcast if you're politically and /or socially inclined in general. Not a lot of shows, especially in the audio only genre, truly can claim to host voices from every end of the ideological spectrum which BharatVaarta does with utmost neutrality. True to its name, this one is all you need to sound smart in your circle. Just wish there were more episodes every week than just one!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rat_emout
    5 years ago

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Aurangzeb, Whitewashing & India’s Forgotten Truths | Saurabh Lohogaonkar – Author
Q: What was the ultimate downfall of Aurangzeb?
Aurangzeb's downfall was due to his exhausting Deccan campaigns and his inability to maintain a stable administration in the face of relentless resistance and rebellion.
Aurangzeb, Whitewashing & India’s Forgotten Truths | Saurabh Lohogaonkar – Author
Q: What was his obsession with the Marathas?
Aurangzeb's obsession grew from their initial military threats and continued resistance against Mughal dominance, leading to extended campaigns that drained his resources.
Aurangzeb, Whitewashing & India’s Forgotten Truths | Saurabh Lohogaonkar – Author
Q: How did Aurangzeb inherit these values?
Aurangzeb inherited his values through a progressive radicalization process starting from Akbar and continuing through his successors.
Aurangzeb, Whitewashing & India’s Forgotten Truths | Saurabh Lohogaonkar – Author
Q: Why Aurangzeb is still relevant in 2025?
Aurangzeb's relevance lies in the enduring impact of his actions and policies on current Indian society and politics.
H-1B Visas, Cyber Coolie Myth & India’s Tech Destiny | Mohandas Pai – Infosys Veteran & Investor
Q: Do you see that maybe in the next presidency there could be a threat for tech talent going in from India to the US?
The rhetoric around limiting skilled talent is ongoing, but America will realize that excluding talent may harm its own tech industry. The tech companies will lobby against such restrictions, as a significant portion of their revenues comes from outside the US.

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The episodes feature a mix of thought-provoking discussions centered around politics, economics, and cultural narratives in India. Key themes include the implications of global economic policies, historical perspectives on Indian governance, and the impact of technology and social issues on modern society. Notably, the podcast offers insightful commentary on India's positioning in the global landscape and how it navigates complex relationships with other nations. By bringing together experts from various fields, each episode contributes to a deeper understanding of contemporary issues affecting India and encourages listeners to think critically about the information presented in media and politics.

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1. Saurabh Lohogaonkar
2. Salvatore Babones
3. Ajay Rotti
4. Neelkanth Mishra
5. Vikram Sood
6. Sanjeev Sanyal
7. Goutham Desiraju
8. Harsh Gupta

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