Vikram Sampath is a popular Indian historian, noted for authoring seven acclaimed books. Notably the biographies of Gauhar Jaan and V. D. Savarkar.  His two-volume biography of Savarkar: Echoes from a Forgotten Past and Savarkar: A Contested Legacy, 1924-1966 Both have gone on to become national best sellers.
In  this episode we discuss his latest book "Bravehearts of Bharat: Vignettes from Indian History" narrates the tales of valour and success that India, as a nation and civilization, bore witness to in its long and tumultuous past, the book opens a window to the stories of select men and women who valiantly fought against invaders for their rights, faith and freedom.

Topics:
00:00 Sneak peak
00:49 Introduction
01:21 The pursuit of Unsung heroes 
05:47 Difference between Queens & Kings In Indian history
08:29 Representation of Matrilineal Societies
12:20 Transcribing traditional oral history to books
15:10 Kashmir at the Crossroads of History
17:50 Why the Mughals Invaded India
21:40 South Indian history
25:06 India's history in foreign policy
28:58 Culture of Northeast India
31:42 What's next for Vikram


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Vikram Sampath is a popular Indian historian, noted for authoring seven acclaimed books. Notably the biographies of Gauhar Jaan and V. D. Savarkar.  His two-volume biography of Savarkar: Echoes from a Forgotten Past and Savarkar: A Contested Legacy, 1924-1966 Both have gone on to become national best sellers. In  this episode we discuss his latest book "Bravehearts of Bharat: Vignettes from Indian History" narrates the tales of valour and success that India, as a nation and civilization, bore witness to in its long and tumultuous past, the book opens a window to the stories of select men and women who valiantly fought against invaders for their rights, faith and freedom.
Topics: 00:00 Sneak peak 00:49 Introduction 01:21 The pursuit of Unsung heroes  05:47 Difference between Queens &amp; Kings In Indian history 08:29 Representation of Matrilineal Societies 12:20 Transcribing traditional oral history to books 15:10 Kashmir at the Crossroads of History 17:50 Why the Mughals Invaded India 21:40 South Indian history 25:06 India's history in foreign policy 28:58 Culture of Northeast India 31:42 What's next for Vikram
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211 - Bharat's Unsung Heroes | Vikram Sampath | Sharan Setty | Culture

In this episode of the Bharatvaarta weekly, Roshan and Abhishek discuss the fight between BJP and the opposition parties and how India's politics of wealth affects the country, they also talk about the suppression of free speech in US Universities and India's reaction to it and more!

In this episode of the Bharatvaarta weekly, Roshan and Abhishek discuss the fight between BJP and the opposition parties and how India's politics of wealth affects the country, they also talk about the suppression of free speech in US Universities and India's reaction to it and more!

Weekly #174: Inheritance Tax: The fight for India's wealth!

In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, host Roshan Cariappa speaks with Sriram Balasubramanian, an economist, author, and contributing columnist, about the importance of understanding economic history and its relevance today. They discuss India's potential to become a $5 trillion economy and the vision for a developed nation by 2047, termed as the Amrit Kaal by the Prime Minister. Sriram offers insights into GDP growth, unemployment, urbanization, and the informal economy's role. He highlights the rich economic philosophies from India's past, especially from Kautilya's Arthashastra, and applies them to present-day economic challenges. Sriram also discusses his upcoming book that explores economic models in ancient Indian kingdoms and outlines principles for integrating ancient economic wisdom into modern policy-making, aiming towards sustainable growth and comprehensive development.

Topics:
00:00 Sneak Peak
00:54 Introduction
01:11 Unveiling Economic History's Relevance Today
03:11 Exploring Ancient Economic Principles for Modern Bharat
09:00 Applying Ancient Wisdom to Modern Economic Challenges
22:41 The Vision of Amrit Kaal: Steering Towards a Developed Economy
27:19 Understanding the Informal Economy's Role in Future Growth
30:01 Exploring the Informal Economy and Dharmic Capitalism
31:56 Policy Innovations and the Impact of Swachh Bharat
33:38 Understanding Informal Economy Dynamics and Policy Implications
34:24 Challenges of Formalization and Urban Migration
38:02 The Role of Culture in Economic Choices
39:29 Democratization of Economic Thought and Policy Making
47:27 Urbanization Strategies and Developing Tier 2, 3, 4 Cities
52:56 Addressing Employment and Job Creation
54:59 Geopolitics and India's Global Economic Strategy
57:24 Anticipating the Sequel to Kautilyanomics

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In this episode of the Bharatvaarta podcast, host Roshan Cariappa speaks with Sriram Balasubramanian, an economist, author, and contributing columnist, about the importance of understanding economic history and its relevance today. They discuss India's potential to become a $5 trillion economy and the vision for a developed nation by 2047, termed as the Amrit Kaal by the Prime Minister. Sriram offers insights into GDP growth, unemployment, urbanization, and the informal economy's role. He highlights the rich economic philosophies from India's past, especially from Kautilya's Arthashastra, and applies them to present-day economic challenges. Sriram also discusses his upcoming book that explores economic models in ancient Indian kingdoms and outlines principles for integrating ancient economic wisdom into modern policy-making, aiming towards sustainable growth and comprehensive development.
Topics: 00:00 Sneak Peak 00:54 Introduction 01:11 Unveiling Economic History's Relevance Today 03:11 Exploring Ancient Economic Principles for Modern Bharat 09:00 Applying Ancient Wisdom to Modern Economic Challenges 22:41 The Vision of Amrit Kaal: Steering Towards a Developed Economy 27:19 Understanding the Informal Economy's Role in Future Growth 30:01 Exploring the Informal Economy and Dharmic Capitalism 31:56 Policy Innovations and the Impact of Swachh Bharat 33:38 Understanding Informal Economy Dynamics and Policy Implications 34:24 Challenges of Formalization and Urban Migration 38:02 The Role of Culture in Economic Choices 39:29 Democratization of Economic Thought and Policy Making 47:27 Urbanization Strategies and Developing Tier 2, 3, 4 Cities 52:56 Addressing Employment and Job Creation 54:59 Geopolitics and India's Global Economic Strategy 57:24 Anticipating the Sequel to Kautilyanomics
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Ep 248: How Ancient Wisdom can Shape Modern Bharat’s Economy | Sriram Balasubramanian (Author)

In this episode of Bharatvaarta Weekly, Roshan Cariappa and Abhishek Paul discuss a range of topics including the start of the Indian election, the largest electoral exercise globally, with insights on the turnout and technology's role. They delve into geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, highlighting recent retaliatory missile strikes and the global call for de-escalation. The episode also covers a significant anti-Naxalite operation in Chhattisgarh, marking a continued effort against Maoist insurgents. Furthermore, discussions include India's defense sector milestone with the export of BrahMos missiles to the Philippines, enhancing its strategic position in Asia Pacific. 

Topics:
00:00 Election Fever Hits India
00:29 Geopolitical Tensions: Israel Strikes Back at Iran
05:45 The Naxalite Challenge: Security Forces' Success in Chhattisgarh
08:46 India's Electoral Process Begins: Phase One Analysis
12:25 India's Defense Milestone: Exporting BrahMos Missiles to the Philippines
15:43 IPL Highlights: Standout Performances and Team Updates
18:46 Wrapping Up

In this episode of Bharatvaarta Weekly, Roshan Cariappa and Abhishek Paul discuss a range of topics including the start of the Indian election, the largest electoral exercise globally, with insights on the turnout and technology's role. They delve into geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, highlighting recent retaliatory missile strikes and the global call for de-escalation. The episode also covers a significant anti-Naxalite operation in Chhattisgarh, marking a continued effort against Maoist insurgents. Furthermore, discussions include India's defense sector milestone with the export of BrahMos missiles to the Philippines, enhancing its strategic position in Asia Pacific. 
Topics: 00:00 Election Fever Hits India 00:29 Geopolitical Tensions: Israel Strikes Back at Iran 05:45 The Naxalite Challenge: Security Forces' Success in Chhattisgarh 08:46 India's Electoral Process Begins: Phase One Analysis 12:25 India's Defense Milestone: Exporting BrahMos Missiles to the Philippines 15:43 IPL Highlights: Standout Performances and Team Updates 18:46 Wrapping Up

211 - Bharat's Unsung Heroes | Vikram Sampath | Sharan Setty | Culture

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