
A podcast from The Hindu that delves deep into current developments with subject experts, and brings in context, history, perspective and analysis.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1382 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNews | |||

This is a special weekend crossover episode featuring the Hindu's Rearview podcast.
Did Damodar Dharmananda Kosambi solve the Riemann Hypothesis - one of mathematics's greatest puzzles? Was Kosambi, who wrote one of the most influential books on stu... more
India has a waste management problem. Though we reportedly collect 90% of our municipal solid waste, nearly 40% does not enter formal processing. Due to this large share that is out of the formal processing system, most Indian cities have garbage mou... more
The Supreme Court has been discussing linguistics this month, while hearing challenges to the CBSE’s three-language formula, which mandates that two of the three must be native Indian languages, a category that does not include English. The Bench has... more
Unconditional cash transfers (UCTs) for women have become extremely popular. So far, more than 14 states have done it, benefiting 120 million women. The monthly payouts range from Rs833 to Rs2,500. State governments spend more than Rs2 lakh crore ann... more
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This is a gem,
namma ooru’s own NPR. So refreshing, a thousands time better than watching news on TV
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.
While most citizens are getting scraps in the name of news, the Hindu is keeping the pillars strong.
Host lacks the energy and enthusiasm required to hold listeners engaged
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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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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Recent guests on In Focus by The Hindu include:
1. Pawan M
2. Dr. Pradeep Kumar
3. Rajeev Jayadevan
4. Champaka Rajgopal
5. Sai Balaji
6. Kunal Purohit
7. L. Srikanth
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