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'From Sriram Krishnan to Vivek Ramaswamy To Kash Patel: The Indian-Americans in Trump 2.0 cabinet has led to an outburst of reactions against the H1-B Visa program which allows employers to hire foreign workers in the United States. The debate also touches on a rising tide of racism and xenophobia, particularly against Indian immigrants, who make up a significant portion of H1B visa holders. Are we witnessing a backlash against skilled workers, or is this a legitimate national security concern? The divide within the MAGA movement further complicates the issue, as some argue for a more inclusive approach, while others embrace an "America First" mentality that excludes foreign talent.' Read more

'Sharad Pawar to reunite with Ajit Pawar? Supriya Sule to get a ministerial berth at the Centre? What's behind the sudden adulation of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis by the Uddhav Sena & Sharad Pawar-led NCP? Join us as we dive deep into the swirling speculation surrounding Sharad Pawar and his potential shift from the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA). With Maharashtra's political landscape in flux, could Pawar, the veteran leader of the NCP, break ranks and alter the course of the state's future? Barkha Dutt speaks to Rasheed Kidwai, veteran journalist & author.' Read more

'From Sriram Krishnan to Vivek Ramaswamy To Kash Patel: The Indian-Americans in Trump 2.0 cabinet has led to an outburst of reactions against the H1-B Visa program which allows employers to hire foreign workers in the United States. The debate also touches on a rising tide of racism and xenophobia, particularly against Indian immigrants, who make up a significant portion of H1B visa holders. Are we witnessing a backlash against skilled workers, or is this a legitimate national security concern? The divide within the MAGA movement further complicates the issue, as some argue for a more inclusive approach, while others embrace an "America First" mentality that excludes foreign talent.' Read more

'Bimol Akoijam, a first-time Member of Parliament and former professor at JNU, offers valuable insights into the ongoing crisis in Manipur. Last year, he penned a strongly worded letter to both the Home Minister and Prime Minister, drawing attention to the escalating situation in the northeastern state. His conversation is an important one to listen to, providing a critical perspective on the unfolding crisis.' Read more

'Manipur Chief Minister Biren Singh has publicly apologized for the loss of hundreds of lives during the ethnic violence that plagued the State over the past 20 months. On New Year’s Eve, he expressed hope for a peaceful and stable 2025. “I deeply regret what has transpired since May 3, 2023,” he said. “Many have lost loved ones, and countless have been displaced. I sincerely apologize to all the people of Manipur.” As Barkha Dutt delves into the State's future, the pressing question remains: Will 2025 finally bring peace to Manipur?' Read more

'Can Priyanka Gandhi emerge as a formidable opponent to India's Prime Minister? This video explores their leadership styles, political strategies, and public appeal while examining whether Priyanka Gandhi has the potential to challenge Modi's dominance. Stay tuned for an in-depth look at what this rivalry means for India's political future.' Read more

'She was at the forefront with her then compatriots Umar Khalid and Kanhaiya Kumar taking on the state, being a fervent critic of PM Narendra Modi, today she is his admirer. What changed for Shehla Rashid who is now in a political party with Shah Faesal at the juncture of publishing her first book on the contributions of Muslims' for the Indian society. She talks to Barkha Dutt, on our latest episode of Inside Out podcast about being raised by a single mother, on Kashmir, and how Muslims in the end have to be masters of their own destiny.' Read more

'Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh criticized the demonetization policy calling it a case of "monumental mismanagement." He highlighted the significant distress it has caused to the common people and warned of its economic repercussions. This is what he said in the parliament with PM Modi in attendance.' Read more

'Tehseen Poonawalla sits down with Barkha Dutt and reveals what he’d say to Prime Minister Narendra Modi if they ever met face-to-face. In this fiery and unfiltered conversation, Tehseen pulls no punches, addressing tough questions. Curious about his message? Watch this short unmissable exchange now!' Read more

'With 3 Gandhis in Parliament: What Does It Mean for Indian Democracy? In this episode of Bottomline With Barkha, Barkha Dutt takes on a critical question: With Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra now all playing active roles in Parliament, does this signify a deepening of dynastic politics in India? Or does it reflect a more nuanced evolution of political leadership in the Congress Party? Barkha Dutt speaks to 3 veteran journalists & authors, Neerja Chowdhury, Tavleen Singh and Sugata Srinivasraju. Together, they unpack the implications of the Gandhis' parliamentary presence on India's democracy, the Congress Party's trajectory, and the broader political discourse.Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of one of India's most enduring political families and their role in shaping the nation's future.' Read more

'In our latest podcast, we speak to Vikrant Massey, who plays the role of a Hindi journalist in his movie The Sabarmati Report, which chronicles the horrific Godhra train burning incident, a tragedy that, in his own words, "changed the socio-political reality of the country." During the conversation, Massey reflected on his career, touching on his struggles growing up and his rise in the film industry.' Read more