Sridhar Vembu is the co-founder and CEO of Zoho, one of India’s best known software companies. He is also among the most avant-garde thinkers today, reimagining how India should view Education, Economy, and Entrepreneurship. In this wide ranging conversation with Roshan Cariappa, he expounds his ideas on ‘transnational localism’ and becoming self-reliant or Atmanirbhar, how we should rethink Education and Skill Development and his experiments with Zoho Schools of Learning and teaching school chi...
Oct 06, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 51
On our 50th episode, we speak to Smt. Smriti Irani ji, the honourable Union Minister for Textiles, Women and Child Development. Smriti ji was a renowned television actress and producer before rising to prominence in politics as the Bharatiya Janata Party’s candidate from Amethi. In this candid conversation, she speaks about her experience of contesting from the Congress stronghold of Amethi against Rahul Gandhi and her historic win in 2019. We learn about how the Textiles Ministry is operating i...
Oct 03, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 50
In this episode, we are joined by Rishi Agrawal (CEO, Avantus Regtech) and Aashish Chandorkar (Author & Columnist) to discuss the various nuances and impact of the recent Labour reforms introduced by the Government. Rishi and Aashish conduct a fascinating fact-based examination of the current labour laws and makes the case for why less is more. They begin by explaining the need for labour reforms in the country and how it has held back economic growth, especially, in the manufacturing indust...
Oct 01, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 49
The Government has introduced 3 new bills under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ package that strives to reform Agriculture. These laws govern agricultural produce marketing, contract farming and an amendment to the Essential Commodities Act (ECA). There has been both, praise and protest, regarding the same. Joining us in discussion on this episode are Shiv Kumar Mishr (Agri Entrepreneur), Aashish Chandorkar (Author & Columnist), and Karan Bhasin (Economist & Researcher). Aashish begins the dis...
Sep 29, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Shri. Tejasvi Surya of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is the honourable Member of Parliament from the Bengaluru South constituency. In this freewheeling conversation with Bharatvaarta’s Roshan Cariappa he discusses his journey from being inspired by the ideals of Swami Vivekananda and working with the Sangh Parivar at an early age to now being one of the youngest elected MPs in the Lok Sabha. We hear insights into how BJP’s party functioning, it’s processes, and code of ethics, how youth can a...
Sep 24, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 47
In this episode, Srivatsa Subbanna talks to Mahek Vyas (Avid cricket fan who watches sports for a living) & Abhishek Paul (Chartered Accountant and Cricket fan) about the Indian Premier League. We start off by talking about the importance of the IPL to Indian, World Cricket and its contribution to popular culture. Abhishek & Mahek then share their views on why some teams have been historically more successful and what are the common threads that run through these highly successful teams....
Sep 18, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 46
While India got its Independence on August 15, 1947, then Hyderabad state ruled by Nizam acceded to the Indian union only on September 17, 1948. A people's movement against the Nizam and his Razakar army led by stalwarts like Swami Ramanand Tirth, PV Narasimha Rao and Komaram Bheem over the years bore fruit when Sardar Patel launched Operation Polo. On Sep 17, people across Telangana and parts of modern day Marathwada and Karnataka celebrate a second Independence Day. Due to contemporary politic...
Sep 16, 2020•32 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Like many, if you have been isolated at home for all of this year then this episode is a must listen! Roshan Cariappa is joined by Anuradha Goyal (award-winning blogger @ IndiTales, Author & Speaker) and Karan Cariappa (Avid Traveler & Co-founder, GoMowgli), who paint a rich tapestry of cultural travel across the length and breadth of the India. Find out what courting rituals the Bhils in Madhya Pradesh share with the people of Biligiri Ranga Hills, about the boat races in Alleppey and t...
Sep 12, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 44
In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Monica Jasuja (Fintech Industry leader) and Mandar Kagade (Fintech Public Policy Consultant) to discuss the thriving space of fintech (Financial Technology) in India. In the race of: will banks adopt tech sooner than tech companies learn banking, the banks have done eminently well. Better than what the pundits expected, atleast! In this wide ranging conversation, Monica and Mandar discuss the various innovations in the fin...
Sep 08, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 43
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa speaks to Sri Thiruvadanthai (Managing Director, Levy Forecasting Centre) and Karan Bhasin (Economist and Researcher) about the recent GDP numbers which was put by the National Statistical Office. In this comprehensive discussion, Sri and Karan explain how to view these numbers in light of COVID, what caused them to be, the role of the Government and RBI, what we can do to recover, and much more. The podcast is available on YouTube, Apple, Google, Spotify, Breake...
Sep 03, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In this episode, we talk to Shefali Vaidya (Author) & Abhijit Majumder (Columnist, Author) about their views on the Bloomsbury controversy and freedom of expression in a larger sense. They share their views on the episode and what they believe is the way forward. This podcast is available on all leading platforms such as Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & Youtube. If you like the podcast, do like, subscribe and share with your friends and family. #Bharatvaarta #BVCulture #FoE
Aug 31, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa and Amit Paranjape speak to Chairman Ajit Pai, the first Indian American to hold highest office at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). In a free-wheeling conversation, Chairman Pai speaks about his childhood, growing up in Parsons (a small town in Kansas) as a first generation immigrant, his journey from law school into the FCC, how the FCC’s priorities have changed post-COVID, what the FCC is doing to increase internet penetration in the US, managing va...
Aug 28, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 40
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa speaks to Monika Halan (Consulting Editor, Mint & Author of ‘Let’s Talk Money’) about creating wealth sustainably. Monika has over two decades of experience covering business, economy, and personal finance in India. In this episode, she discusses how Indian investor’s attitudes have changed over the years, the foundations of managing money, investing in equity markets, rise of Fintechs and new assets, how monetary policy affects people’s savings, what the Gov...
Aug 24, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 39
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Amit Paranjape (Entrepreneur & Advisor) and Vivek Khaitan (Pharma Entrepreneur) as they talk about the importance and significance of Ganeshotsav, one of India's favourite festivals. They talk about the evolution of the "Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav" and how festivals were an important part of India's freedom struggle. Listen to this podcast on all of your favourite platforms including YouTube, Apple, Google, Spotify, Anchor, Breaker, and Stitcher. If ...
Aug 21, 2020•47 min•Season 1Ep. 38
As India turns 73 this week, we look at the challenges and opportunities ahead for the nation. We’re joined by Karan Bhasin (Researcher, Economist), Ashutosh Muglikar (“Gareebon ka Economist”), and Aashish Chandorkar (Author, Columnist) to discuss the current state of the Economy, Culture, and Politics in India and what they are optimistic for going forward. In a free wheeling conversation, Karan, Ashu, and Aashish cover the structural reforms (GST, Banking reform, etc.) and infrastructure devel...
Aug 15, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 37
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Kushal Mehta (Host, Carvaka Podcast) and Aadit Kapadia (Co-founder, MyIndMakers) to discuss the new and evolving space of podcasting in India. They talk about the various nuances of the format including longform conversation, unpacking complex matters without the constraints of time, hosting various guests and getting the best out of them. They compare it with traditional media and the way forward for the medium. If you're looking to understand how t...
Aug 15, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In this episode, we talk about the draft National Education Policy with Prof. Rakesh Upadhyay (Centennial Chair, Centre for Indic Studies, BHU) and Shri. Ramanand Nand (Director, Centre for Policy & Governance), Aashish Chandorkar (Author, Columnist and Public Policy Analyst). They talk about the "Why" behind the NEP and the potential long term benefits of the NEP. They also talk about the importance of vocational education and the need to let children attain skills and knowledge in multiple...
Aug 15, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 35
In this episode, we speak to Mr. Sanjay Jha, who was until recently National Spokesperson of the Indian National Congress. In a candid conversation, Mr. Jha spoke about his journey into the Congress and his recent depature, how spokerspersons operate in high energy news rooms, the challenges facing the Congress party today, what the party can do to come back in the 2024 elections, the possibility of a Congress party without the Gandhi family, how elections are being contested on social media, ab...
Aug 15, 2020•58 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa talks to Vivek Khaitan (Pharma Entrepreneur and history enthusiast) and Rohit Jayaraman (Public Policy Commentator) about the Ram Janmabhoomi Movement. They trace the origins of this issue, its cultural significance and how it became a people's movement. Rohit and Vivek offer varied perspectives from a cultural, political and historical viewpoint. Listen to this fascinating episode on all your favourite platforms including YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts...
Aug 15, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In this episode, Prof. Shamika Ravi, a Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institute and a former member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister of India joins us for a discussion on the impact of Covid-19 on India. She is one of the most recognized people in Developmental Economics in India today. She takes us through the statistics that shed light on the impact of COVID-19 in India and our response to it. Prof. Ravi helps us understand the key events during the last few months, the i...
Aug 15, 2020•57 min•Season 1Ep. 32
The Indian National Congress is at the cross roads yet again. After the party won several states in 2018 and directly or via alliances, there was a talk of resurgence, at least in pockets. However, after the crushing defeat in the 2019 Lok Sabha election, Congress lost Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh to the BJP. Now there is trouble brewing in Rajasthan and some murmurs even in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. So what next for the grand old party? In this episode, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Bodhisattav...
Aug 15, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 31
In this conversation, we are joined by Anand Lunia (Partner, India Quotient) and Rajeev Mantri (Investor, Navam Capital) to discuss the recent developments on Google committing to invest $10bn in India and Reliance Jio raising $20bn from investors across the World. Anand, Rajeev, and Roshan debate the impact of these investments, challenges in regulating these new age businesses, and the consequences for India’s indigneous internet. Listen to this fascinating conversation on all popular platform...
Aug 15, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 30
We are joined by one of India’s most beloved authors, Amish Tripathi, on the podcast. He speaks about his latest book, 'Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India', based on the Indian king from Shravasti, who united various kingdoms against the invading Turkic army and defeated the Ghaznavid general, Ghazi Salar Masud, at Bahraich in 1034 CE. Amish’s writing surfaces profound civilizational realities such as the concept of dharma, karma, varna, ahimsa, bhakti, itihaasa, and more woven in a ri...
Jul 19, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 29
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa speaks to Aashish Chandorkar (Author, Policy Expert), Harsh Gupta (Author, Economist), and Rajeev Mantri (Author, Investor) about Economic & Trade relations between India and China post the recent Galwan incident. What can India do to reduce trade deficits? how can India attract Global investments away from China, what is the impact of the recent Tiktok ban and how will it hurt Chinese hegemony on technology?, how can India increase leverage through other for...
Jul 11, 2020•56 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this episode Roshan Cariappa is joined by ardent cricket fans Aashish Chandorkar, Abhishek Paul, and Srivatsa Subbanna to discuss the career legacies of former Indian cricket captains Sunil Gavaskar, Saurav Ganguly, and MS Dhoni. In a fun, light hearted, and yet insightful conversation, they discuss the circumstances in which the legendary captains inherited their teams, their individual games, the development of the team under their captaincy, and as is customary for such conversations - the...
Jul 06, 2020•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 27
In this episode, we understand various aspects of India’s rural economy with Avinash Ozha (Rural Marketing Expert) and Amit Sinha (Co-founder, Unnati). What comprises the rural economy? Has the rural consumer’s mindset changed with the increasing access? How can farmers operate as entrepreneurs? Will urbanization stall post-COVID? What impact has financial inclusion had on the economy? How are brands investing in rural markets? What can government do from a policy perspective for development? Al...
Jul 05, 2020•49 min•Season 1Ep. 26
In this episode, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Prasanna Vishwanathan (CEO, Swarajya Magazine) and Aashish Chandorkar (Author & Columnist) to discuss how the media business has evolved. In a wide ranging conversation, they discuss challenges with the conventional legacy business model of advertising and the transition to reader-led subscription models, how the media can balance its editorial and business priorities, and what the future looks like for the industry. The podcast is live on all po...
Jun 23, 2020•54 min•Season 1Ep. 25
In this epidsode of the Bharatvaarta Podcast, Roshan Cariappa moderates an episode about how artists and entrepreneurs are reviving classical music and making it more relevant to the current generation. We are joined by Pandit Prem Kumar Mallick, from the distinguished Darbhanga gharaana, Raksha Rao - a Carnatic Singer and Skanda Murthy - Founder Shaale.com
Jun 20, 2020•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 24
In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Aashish Chandorkar (Public Policy Expert), Ashutosh Muglikar (“Gareebon ka Economist”), and Srivatsa Subbanna ("All things Data") to discus,s the vision, scope, and significance of Prime Minister Modi’s recently announced 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan' or 'Self-Reliant India Mission'. We cover how this could impact industry, key aspects of reforms, and how this could transform into a people’s movement that could be of longst...
Jun 14, 2020•45 min•Season 1Ep. 23
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought an acute focus on our healthcare infrastructure and services. In this episode, Roshan Cariappa is joined by Dr. Bhooshan Shukla (practicing Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist for over 2 decades), Prachi Sinha (Head of Healthcare Investments at Axilor Ventures), and Varun Jhaveri (Officer on Special Duty, National Health Authority) to discuss the current healthcare ecosystem in the country and what is required to improve quality of innovation and care. Listen in to...
Jun 11, 2020•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 22
