Kumkum Chadha

At the heart of SIR controversy lies a system-driven approach that flags inconsistencies in voter data. In conversation with Kumkum Chadha, former Member of Rajya Sabha, Jawhar Sircar questions the scale and framing of the “ghuspetiya” debate ahead of crucial West Bengal elections. Sircar points to patterns in deletions, particularly in politically sensitive regions, and raises the possibility that the impact may not be uniform. From the legality of a “special” process to the ground-level chaos triggered by tech-driven scrutiny, this exclusive interview brings together law, politics, technology, and emotion - asking the ultimate question: who truly controls the vote, and at what cost?

A high-stakes, deeply layered conversation that interrogates whether the Women’s Reservation push was ever about gender justice or whether it functioned as a carefully constructed political smokescreen. As the debate unfolds, the focus shifts from empowerment to electoral arithmetic, exposing how the contentious issue of delimitation overshadowed what should have been a landmark reform. Was this a case of flawed strategy, or a deliberate design to trigger confrontation and control the narrative? This episode with Kumkum Chadha dissects the collapse of a long-awaited reform through the lens of power politics, institutional mistrust, and legislative opacity. Watch the no-holds-barred exchange to understand the troubling question: was empowerment ever the priority?

From street food optics to identity politics and uncertain exit polls, the state’s poll campaign closes in a swirl of symbolism, sharp rhetoric, and unpredictable outcomes

Months after excerpts from his yet-to-be-published memoir triggered a political storm over the Galwan crisis, former Army chief General MM Naravane has spoken out—defending the government, clarifying what he calls “misinterpretations” and reflecting on command, responsibility, and the burden of military leadership

For 170 days, the activist-engineer remained behind bars while his wife fought in courts and in public for his freedom—together navigating the uneasy line between protest and dialogue

This is not just the story of a surgeon, it is the story of a man who spent decades standing at the edge of life and death, making split-second decisions that could save a human being or lose them forever. In this deeply personal and unfiltered conversation, he opens up about why he chose the heart over the brain, why “half recoveries” disturbed him, and how watching patients die during the early years of cardiac surgery shaped his entire philosophy of life. This episode dives deep into the psychology of a surgeon who could never accept standing still. Watch The Interview with Kumkum Chadha.

A childhood punishment meant to “correct” left-handedness turned Dr Trehan into an ambidextrous surgeon whose speed, precision and relentless commitment would redefine cardiac care in India

From designing a hand-embroidered Modi coat to taking oath as West Bengal BJP’s only woman minister in prime minister’s presence, she traces her unlikely rise from celebrity designer to one of the saffron party’s most prominent faces in regional politics

How a bag of Melody candies became a symbol of the growing chemistry between India and Italy—and sparked a conversation about the power of personal diplomacy

Why does Manipur remain trapped in conflict despite a massive security presence? In this segment of The Interview, the spotlight is on the stark contrast between India's response to the Pahalgam terror attack and the prolonged crisis in Manipur. From hostages and armed groups to the Kuki-Naga conflict and questions over Delhi's silence, this conversation explores the uncomfortable questions surrounding one of India's most unresolved crises.