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HT Q&A

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You've read his columns in the national dailies. You've seen him in conversation with the who's who of India politics. Now, hear his expert opinions on the nation's biggest stories. Join Prashant Jha in a quick yet exhaustive round of Q and A, where the questions are yours and the answers are backed by the years of experience he has had untangling the complexities of this field.  This is a Hindustan Times production, brought to you by HT Smartcast.
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Episodes

34: Significance of late Ram Vilas Paswan in Indian Politics

What was the significance of late Ram Vilas Paswan in Indian Politics? In this week's episode of HT Q&A, Editor (Views), @prashantktm answers everything about late Ram Vilas Paswan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 10, 202015 minEp. 34

33: The Hathras gang rape case

In this episode, Editor (Views) Prashant Jha talks about the unfortunate Hathras gang rape case. Why incidents like Hathras happen and could end up becoming one other landmark issue that defines the tense relationship between Dalits and BJP. Tune in to listen now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 03, 202012 minEp. 33

31: Monsoon Session : 3 unavoidable discussions

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha talks about the three big issues which warrant a discussion in the ongoing monsoon session of Parliament. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 17, 202014 minEp. 31

30: India-China Standoff at the LAC

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha walks us through the details of the standoff at the LAC. With both countries pushing hard on each other, what is India's reading of the situation? Tune in and find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 05, 202010 minEp. 30

29: Indian National Congress : Addressing the crisis

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha discusses the recent critique of congress heads by senior leaders in the party. He mainly focuses on the letter written to Sonia Gandhi calling out the need for change and the response to the critique. Tune in a find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 29, 202011 minEp. 29

28: The significance of the upcoming elections in US for US and the world.

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha speaks about the upcoming US elections, said to be the most significant one in the past decade. He speaks about its impact on the world and on the US. Tune in and find out .. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 22, 202012 minEp. 28

27: India Independence Day Report Card

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha answers the question, How has India fared on National Unity, Democracy, Socio-economic justice, and Social harmony after 73 years of independence? Tune in and find out the answer and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 15, 202016 minEp. 27

26: Ayodhya, Kashmir and the Mandal commission

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), (@prashantktm) Prashant Jha looks at Ayodhya , Kashmir, and the Mandal Commission and highlights and explains their significance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 07, 202013 minEp. 26

25: Focus is on Indian Institutions, It's Investigative Agencies, The office of the Governor, The Office of the Speaker, and the Judiciary.

The continuing political crisis in Rajasthan and the implosion of congress highlights the institutional decay that lies in the heart of the Indian constitutional order today. This week, Q&A focuses on Indian institutions and various offices, and their actions in the Rajasthan fiasco. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 04, 202013 minEp. 25

24: 5 strategies India has adopted to quell Chinese incursion

The disengagement process between India and China in eastern Ladakh across friction points has hit Roadblock. The ground situation in Eastern Ladakh has remained unchanged for several weeks now. In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm will look at the situation in eastern Ladakh, the five strategies India has adopted to quell the Chinese incursion, the larger geopolitical climate and India's options now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 25, 202014 minEp. 24

23: Congress crisis of leadership

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm discusses the crisis in the Congress Party. This crisis took a kick start from the rebellious nature of Sachin Pilot, questioning the leadership in power in Rajasthan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 18, 202014 minEp. 23

22: Vikas Dubey encounter | Questions raised on UP criminal justice system

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm discusses the Vikas Dubey encounter, and the possibilities of what he knew, who was protecting him, and why the UP criminal justice system wasn't able to do justice in a manner that was warranted in this case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 11, 202013 minEp. 22

21: PM Modi's speech to the Indian Army Soldiers in Ladakh

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm reviews the broad contours on PM Modi's speech, his message to the domestic constituency, the soldiers, and China. What was the significance of Modi's speech? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 04, 202011 minEp. 21

20: The effect of the pandemic on world politics

In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm takes a look at the big geopolitical trends of nationalism, multi lateral-ism, liberal economic order, and the global balance of power particularly with the rise of China. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 27, 202012 minEp. 20

19: Indo-China ties

What has been the framework that has governed the India-China relationship? In this week's episode of HT Q&A, Editor (Views), @prashantktm answers everything about the Indo-China ties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 20, 202011 minEp. 19

18: The importance of Bihar Elections

Why is the Bihar Election important and what do they tell us about the current state of Indian politics? In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm answers these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 13, 202012 minEp. 18

17: Structural reforms required in Indian Politics

What is it with regard to Individual Freedom , Institutional Autonomy , Political Parties , Electoral Finance and Federalism that requires fixing? In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm analyses these topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 06, 202014 minEp. 17

15: Prashant Jha examines Modi 2.0

How has this year been for PM Modi in office - politically, socially, economically, and on the public health front? In this week's episode, Editor (Views), @prashantktm analyses the government as they approach the first anniversary of their second term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 28, 202014 minEp. 15

14: Challenges in implementing PM's economic vision in the current crisis

On May 12th, our PM announced a 20 lakh crore relief package for the country. National Views Editor, @prashantktm analyses the theme of 'self-reliance' and the challenges this economic vision might face. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 202012 minEp. 14

13: The strengths and weaknesses of India during the COVID-19 pandemic

The Indian government's quick response to the COVID-19 pandemic has garnered much respect from around the world. But, where did it fall short? National Views Editor, @prashantktm explains both sides of the coin in this episode. Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 08, 202011 minEp. 13

12: India's battle against Coronavirus | Public health | Economic activity

Disclaimer - This episode was recorded on 30th April. Certain facts about the events have changed. Listeners are advised to use their own discretion.PM Modi recently said that the battle against the coronavirus has two dimensions, health, and economy. National Views Editor, @prashantktm explains what was PM's broad thrust in his speech, what were his specific appeals, will it be enough? Tune in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 30, 202010 minEp. 12

11: PM Modi’s address to the nation on Coronavirus | 19th March | Speech

Disclaimer - This episode was recorded on 19th February. Certain facts about the events have changed. Listeners are advised to use their own discretion.PM Modi addressed the nation on 19th March. What was PM's broad thrust in his speech? What were his specific appeals? Will it be enough? Tune in as National Views Editor, @prashantktm explains further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 23, 202013 minEp. 11

10: Why Jyotiraditya Scindia quit Congress? | Politics | Congress & BJP

Why is Jyotiraditya Scindia exit a significant movement in politics? Why did he quit? What does this mean for Congress & BJP? What does it mean for him? Tune in as National Views Editor, @prashantktm explains further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 14, 202011 minEp. 10

9: The Delhi Riots | Governance | Fallout

What do the riots in Delhi tell us about the Indian social relations and governance? What was the fallout of the violence? And what lessons can we draw from the event? Tune in as National Views Editor, @prashantktm explains further. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 07, 202012 minEp. 9

8: Trump's visit and Indo-US relations | India-US relationship

What it is that drives the India-US relationship? How has the relationship evolved? What are the positives? What have been the gaps? What can we expect from Trump's visit? Tune in as Prashant Jha (@prashantktm), National Views Editor at Hindustan Times answers these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 22, 202011 minEp. 8

7: Delhi Election Results | AAP victory | BJP

What explains AAP's victory? What tactics AAP used? Why Delhi BJP didn't found support from the public? Why their political issues didn't work? Was Congress even in the race? Listen as Prashant Jha (@prashantktm), Chief Political Editor at Hindustan Times answers these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 202012 minEp. 7

6: Delhi Elections! | Bi-polar election | Campaign

Why are Delhi elections so important? Is this a fundamentally bi-polar election? What is the nature of AAP's & BJP's campaign? Listen as Prashant Jha (@prashantktm), Chief Political Editor at Hindustan Times answers these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 08, 202011 minEp. 6

5: The Indian federalism | States | Center

What is Indian Federalism? What is the history behind it? Who is more strong, States or Centre? How is the political scenario changing? Listen as Prashant Jha (@prashantktm), Chief Political Editor at Hindustan Times answers these questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 202011 minEp. 5

4: JNU violence | January 5th | Attack

What happened on the night on January 5th in JNU? What is the way out? Who were the people behind the masks? Will the protest grow after the attack? These are some questions, our in-house political views editor, Prashant Jha @prashantktm, answers this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 11, 202010 minEp. 4
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