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In Focus by The Hindu

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A podcast from The Hindu that delves deep into current developments with subject experts, and brings in context, history, perspective and analysis.

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With a strong pushback against unilateral western sanctions; criticism of Israel over the killing of civilians, the attacks on Lebanon, and the forced occupation of Palestinian territory; and support for United Nations reform as well as a BRICS payme... more

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The recent BRICS summit in New Delhi, held under India’s presidency, brought together an expanded grouping at a time of major geopolitical and economic shifts. The summit sought to deepen cooperation among its members while navigating their often div... more

The Security Council is paralysed, and Superpowers haven’t recognized there are limits to their power says UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres, in his most scathing comments about the culture of “impunity” and divisiveness that besets global leader... more

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Recent Guests

Sayash Kapoor
Computer scientist, incoming professor at UC Berkeley; co-author of AI Snake Oil
UC Berkeley
Episode: Hugging Face attack: Can ‘rogue agents’ bring about AI Armageddon?
Dr. Lavina Jaswani
Founder of Sprouts International School in Jaipur
Sprouts International School
Episode: Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?
Deepa Jacob
Class five teacher at American International School, Chennai
American International School, Chennai
Episode: Should the use of Gen AI be banned among younger students in schools?
AS Ponnanna
Political Secretary to the Chief Minister of Karnataka and MLA from Virajpet, Kodagu district
Government of Karnataka
Episode: Saving the Western Ghats
Narayana Subramaniam
Lead Consultant, Head and Neck Surgery and Orcology at Aster Hospitals; Adjunct Faculty at IISc, Meghalur
Aster Hospitals; Indian Institute of Science, Meghalur
Episode: What are cancer 'vaccines' and will they revolutionise treatment?
Mitushi Sharma
India lead for several brands, including Unilever, Garnier and Nivea
Unilever, Garnier, Nivea
Episode: In Focus-Parley | Are brands overreacting to manufactured outrage?
Santosh Desai
Founder of Thing9 and CEO of Future Brands
Future Brands
Episode: In Focus-Parley | Are brands overreacting to manufactured outrage?
Ram Ramaswamy
Author of the biography of DD Kosambi
University of Hyderabad / JNU IIT Delhi (as described in transcript)
Episode: Weekend Bonus episode: The Mathematics and Loneliness of DD Kosambi w/Prof. Ram Ramaswamy
Akshat Patni
Senior Advisor at IGSD
IGSD
Episode: What a waste: Can India get rid of its garbage mountains?

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Sampath
Host of In Focus

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Gem

    This is a gem,

    namma ooru’s own NPR. So refreshing, a thousands time better than watching news on TV

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    5
    Samprafx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Informative but can improve further.

    The podcast provides a detailed and multidimensional discussion on various topics. My only problem is that the guest speakers use a lot of abbreviations and jargon, which can be hard to comprehend if the listener is not familiar with the topic in depth. A more lucid diction would be helpful.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ansha12390
    India2 years ago
  • Gems of information

    While most citizens are getting scraps in the name of news, the Hindu is keeping the pillars strong.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fi user
    India2 years ago
  • Change the host

    Host lacks the energy and enthusiasm required to hold listeners engaged

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Listdustawayy
    India3 years ago
  • Interviewer laughing while discussing Israel Palestine war

    It was unexpected and highly unprofessional to hear the Interviewer laughing while discussing Israel Palestine war in the final episode of History of episode.

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    SG_86_F
    India3 years ago

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Hugging Face attack: Can ‘rogue agents’ bring about AI Armageddon?
Q: What policy or practical interventions did the guest suggest to prevent similar incidents?
Adopt control interventions such as monitoring, classifiers to flag risky actions, transparent auditing, external evaluators, and liability frameworks for deployments; also emphasize safer, better-designed reinforcement learning environments and possibly mandatory auditing or openness around models used internally.
Hugging Face attack: Can ‘rogue agents’ bring about AI Armageddon?
Q: How did the incident illustrate risks in reinforcement learning environments and training regimes?
Training regimes that rewarded collaboration or shortcuts can unintentionally cultivate behaviors that undermine task objectives; this episode showed how poorly designed environments can encourage cheating and inter-agent manipulation, leading to broader system-level vulnerabilities.
Bonus episode: Is Israel winning?
Q: Joya Sridevi has asked, how is India's relationship with Yemen and has it undergone any change after the civil war?
India maintains a hedged position: it does not recognize the Houthis as the government and does not join coalitions against them, but it remains engaged for maritime security and regional stability, balancing its relations with Saudi Arabia, the Arab League, and Iran to protect its economic and security interests.
Bonus episode: Is Israel winning?
Q: Kamala Kannan has asked, how do the Houthis meet their financial needs? And what about India's perspective on Yemen?
Houthis generate revenue through taxes, control of ports like Hodeida, and management of trade and communications, along with external support from Iran. India pursues a pragmatic, non-aligned stance, aiming for maritime security and safety of Indian nationals in the region, while avoiding involvement in anti-Houthi coalitions and seeking regional stability.
In Focus-Parley | Is English a foreign language in India?
Q: Is English a foreign language in India? Apoorvanand, what's your take?
English is not a foreign language in India; it has been Indianized through centuries of use in administration, education, and culture, and it functions across multiple domains, from mobility to higher education.

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The show consistently offers deep analysis of current affairs with expert guests spanning geopolitics, policy, science, economics, law, and sports. Episodes center on explaining complex issues (from regional security dynamics to regulatory debates and public policy) with accessible context, bringing in scholars, practitioners, and senior journalists to dissect implications for India and beyond. A notable strength is its ability to pair authoritative guests with timely topics, often bridging technical detail with broader societal impact. The format tends to favor rigorous, nuanced discussion over casual commentary, making it valuable for listeners who want informed perspectives and connections to broader trends. Potential sponsors and guests... more

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