HT Q&A
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.
Sat, October 10, 2020
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.
Sat, October 03, 2020
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!
Wed, September 23, 2020
32: Govt's defense of its management of the pandemic and the opposition's critique regarding this.
In this week's episode, Editor (Views), Prashant Jha talks about the way the pandemic was handled in the country. He gives an insight into the Govt's defense of its management of the pandemic and the opposition's critique regarding this.
Thu, September 17, 2020
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.
Sat, September 05, 2020
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.
Sat, August 29, 2020
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.
Sat, August 22, 2020
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 ..
Sat, August 15, 2020
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.
Fri, August 07, 2020
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.
Tue, August 04, 2020
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.
Sat, July 25, 2020
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.
Sat, July 18, 2020
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.
Sat, July 11, 2020
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.
Sat, July 04, 2020
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?
Sat, June 27, 2020
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.
Sat, June 20, 2020
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.
Sat, June 13, 2020
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.
Sat, June 06, 2020
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.
Thu, May 28, 2020
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.
Sat, May 16, 2020
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!
Fri, May 08, 2020
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!
Thu, April 30, 2020
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!
Mon, March 23, 2020
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.
Sat, March 14, 2020
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.
Sat, March 07, 2020
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.
Sat, February 22, 2020
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.
Sat, February 15, 2020
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.
Sat, February 08, 2020
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.
Sat, January 18, 2020
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.
Sat, January 11, 2020
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.
Sat, January 04, 2020
3: The 2020 India Story Challenge | Dilemmas | Strain
As we enter 2020, let's find out what is the India Story? Why is it under strain today? What is needed to revive it? Listen as Prashant Jha (@prashantktm), Chief Political Editor at Hindustan Times, tackles these dilemmas.
Sat, December 28, 2019
2: Uttar Pradesh, the most affected state post CAA | Historical significance | Indian politics
Post CAA, why did Uttar Pradesh react the way it did? What is the historical significance of the state's backlash? How will UP's future shape the future of Indian politics? These are some questions, our in-house political views editor, Prashant Jha @prashantktm, answers this week.
Sat, December 21, 2019
1: CAA, NRC and the state of Indian polity | Protests | Opposition
What is the Citizenship Amendment Act? Why is it being pushed? What is the nature of protests? How is the opposition responding? Is there a way out? Tune in to get the relevant answers India needs today from the political views editor at Hindustan Times, Prashant Jha @prashantktm
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