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The Interview With Karan Thapar

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The Tata crisis is a mess and no one comes out of it unscathed: Sucheta Dalal, Managing Editor, Moneylife, to Karan Thapar for The Wire.

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Today we focus our attention on the crisis that’s afflicted the Tata Gr... more

I hope Modi is defeated in 2029, like the PM in my first novel ‘The Actor’: Tavleen Singh to Karan Thapar for The Wire. ...................................... You probably know Tavleen Singh as a columnist and the author of serious political books. T... more

Haaretz expose of Netanyahu believable, his behaviour was "criminal": Gershon Baskin, Middle East Director, International Communities Organisation and Israeli hostage negotiator, to Karan Thapar for The Wire.

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BAPS has created outrage in France, embarrassed Macron govt, damaged India's image: Christophe Jaffrelot, Professor of South Asian Politics at Sciences Po and Professor of Indian Politics and Sociology at King's College, London

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Sucheta Dalal
Managing editor of Moneylife
Moneylife
Episode: The Tata crisis is a mess and no one comes out of it unscathed
Gershon Baskin
Middle East director of the International Communities Organisation and Israeli hostage negotiator
International Communities Organisation
Episode: Haaretz expose of Netanyahu believable, his behaviour was “criminal”: Gershon Baskin
Christophe Jaffrelot
Professor of South Asian Politics at Sciences Po, Paris and Indian Politics and Sociology at King's College London
Sciences Po, Paris; King's College London
Episode: BAPS has created outrage in France, embarrassed Macron govt, damaged India’s image
Arun Shourie
Former cabinet minister and renowned author
Independent
Episode: Sonia’s book: Penguin lacks spine, govt is nervous, we’re not a democracy but electoral autarchy
Salman Khurshid
Former law and external affairs minister
Congress Party
Episode: Yesterday (21/8) the police were wrong and Rahul Gandhi was right – two top lawyers
Sanjay Hegde
Supreme Court lawyer
Episode: Yesterday (21/8) the police were wrong and Rahul Gandhi was right – two top lawyers
Najam Sethi
Founding editor of The Friday Times and former caretaker chief minister of Punjab
The Friday Times; Punjab Province
Episode: Imran Khan and Pak govt will come to “a deal” and he’ll get “relief”
Mani Shankar Aiyar
former cabinet minister, diplomat and author
Independent commentator
Episode: Modi’s dimaagi naxals charge is Orwellian but Gen Z will fight back
P. Wilson
DMK Rajya Sabha MP and Chairman of the Joint Action Forum on Minorities
DMK; Joint Action Forum on Minorities
Episode: FCRA Bill is undemocratic, unconstitutional & will adversely affect Christian institutions

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Karan Thapar
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I hope Modi is defeated in 2029, like the PM in my first novel ‘The Actor’
Q: Why end the novel on an ambiguous note about Naresh Khanna's fate?
She wanted to reflect the idea that politicians are performers and that the outcome should remain open to interpretation, underscoring the unpredictability of political change.
I hope Modi is defeated in 2029, like the PM in my first novel ‘The Actor’
Q: Is Guruji meant to be Modi, or is it a broader critique of theocratic leadership?
She argues it's a Romana Clef with composite inspirations rather than a direct portrait of any one leader, though similarities to Modi are intentional and notable.
I hope Modi is defeated in 2029, like the PM in my first novel ‘The Actor’
Q: What made you write a novel, and why choose fiction to convey political ideas?
She explains that fiction allows exploring political realities without the constraints of nonfiction and that she started with nonfiction ideas but shifted to fiction to better dramatize a future scenario.
Haaretz expose of Netanyahu believable, his behaviour was “criminal”: Gershon Baskin
Q: How might the Haaretz revelations influence the Israeli elections?
The discussion suggests the disclosure could shift public discourse toward accountability and prompt support for an independent commission of inquiry, potentially influencing voters who seek transparency and a clear accounting of leadership responsibilities, depending on polling dynamics.
Haaretz expose of Netanyahu believable, his behaviour was “criminal”: Gershon Baskin
Q: Why does Baskin think Netanyahu's dismissal of the Haaretz report is not credible?
He contends that multiple sources corroborate the claim—foremost the Haaretz reporting, other journalists, and indirect confirmations through related intelligence channels—making a blanket denial unlikely to be accurate or sufficient to clear the issue.

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Sharp, in-depth interviews that center on Indian politics, governance, law, and economics. Across recent episodes, the host pursues tight, policy-focused questioning with prominent figures ranging from constitutional lawyers and judges to MPs, historians, and economists. The conversations frequently probe constitutional duties, governance legitimacy, leadership dynamics, and macro policy, often pairing historical context with contemporary decision-making. A notable strength is the host's willingness to challenge power with precise references to statutes, precedents, and archival evidence, making it a strong pick for listeners who want candid, stakes‑driven insights from influential insiders and thinkers.

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