A Tryst with Statecraft, Here the Future

Welcome to the season premiere of Voicing Youth Research from the Centre for Innovation and Sustainability (CIS) ! This season, we’re bringing our youth-led research to the forefront, pairing our young researchers with leading experts to give a fresh, youth-focused look at today’s biggest policy issues. In our first episode, we dive into India's evolving digital healthcare landscape. Our host,...

How does a youth-led volunteering organization see itself, and how is it perceived by the world around it? In this introspective episode of A Tryst with Statecraft’s Insider Conversations, host Teresa Kuruvila delves into the public perception of Project Statecraft with Riya K. Hira, our Learning Experience Designer and Chief Programs Officer, and Sudharma Dwadasi, a communications professional, f...

Join host Teresa Kuruvila in this episode of Insider Conversations, produced by Ananya, as we sit down with Sangyukta Das, Editor-in-Chief at Project Statecraft (PSC), and Zeeshan Ali, Director of Public Policy. They share their journeys in leadership, policy research, and youth empowerment, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the organization. Sangyukta, an environmental economics and policy exp...

Welcome to the season premiere of Insider Conversations. In this episode, we delve into the genesis of policy research at Project Statecraft (PSC) with founder Abhishek Sudke and Shreyas Ashok Kumar, advisor and former VP of Data Analytics. We explore why the research was the foundational division of PSC. Shreyas details the importance of data and integrity focus on the overall research processes...

In our final episode of this season, we dive into the transformative potential of AI for digital health and the central role young people play in its future with Pallavi Jain, Program Lead (Digital Health) and Secretariat Lead of Youth Ownership of Digital Health (YoDH) at PATH . With over a decade of expertise in the development sector, Pallavi shares her perspective on how innovative technologie...

Tune into the latest episode of A Tryst with Statecraft to get a window into the webinar that explores the intersection of gender and climate change with host Abhishek Sudke and expert panelists Rajeshwari Sahay and Mitali Nikore. This insightful discussion sheds light on how climate change disproportionately impacts women and marginalized communities , intensifying risks such as safety concerns,...

India stands at the forefront of a digital transformation, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to bridge divides, empower communities, and fuel economic growth. In our conversation with Aakash Guglani , we delve into AI's critical role in reshaping India’s digital economy, exploring how the nation’s digital initiatives foster inclusivity and innovation. Aakash Guglani is a Manager at the Digit...

In the inaugural episode of our latest season, we are joined by Siddharth Sinha to discuss the transformative role of AI in addressing climate change. Siddharth Sinha is a renowned climate policy expert with vast experience in tech-driven climate solutions, sustainability, and policy advocacy. He is a Yale Climate Fellow and works as Geo and Sustainability Policy Lead at Google , where he has been...

In this episode, we are joined by Ms. Jyotsna Mehra to discuss India's evolving role in a multipolar world. Ms. Mehra is a highly accomplished Foreign Policy professional and founder of Closed Door Policy Consulting. With her extensive experience in research, analysis, advocacy, and strategic communication, she has contributed significantly to shaping foreign policy through her consulting work wit...

Episode 2: Rise of the Global South: Geopolitics, Trade, Sustainability, and Youth In this insightful episode of A Tryst with Statecraft , host Teresa Kuruvila engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Tanya Vatsa, a leading Geopolitical Risk Intelligence Specialist, to explore the transformative rise of the Global South and its implications for the global order. The episode delves into how...

In this special Independence Day episode we delve into the maritime efforts of the Indian Navy, particularly in the face of climate change, unregulated fishing, and unconventional security threats . The conversation also shed light on the critical role of the Merchant Navy in India's economic future and international trade in the region. This episode explores the crucial role of the Indian Nav...

In this episode of "A Tryst with Statecraft," we are joined by Soham Kshirsagar from the Office of the G20 Sherpa and the World Resources Institute India. The conversation delves into Soham's experiences and insights, shedding light on the intersection of youth engagement, climate policy, and energy transition. We begin by exploring Soham's role within the G20 Sherpa Office, disc...

In Season 3, Episode 2 of "A Tryst with Statecraft," we delve into the dynamic and essential role of youth in climate change advocacy. Hosted by Teresa Kuruvila from the Editorial Board, this episode features a compelling conversation with Abhiir Bhalla, a renowned youth environmentalist and sustainability consultant . Together, they explore the challenges and opportunities in driving cl...

In the first episode of the third season of A Tryst with Statecraft by Project Statecraft, Teresa Kuruvila, our host, sits down with Heeta Lakhani, Founder & Director of The ClimAct Initiative and Co-Founder of the Youth Negotiators Academy . The third season explores the unique connection and perspective of youth working and achieving milestones in the climate space. This episode, "Invol...

Join us for a compelling episode where we delve into the vital topic of Gender Equity in Technology Access, uncovering the challenges and uncovering opportunities for enhancing livelihoods. Our guest, Mousumi Kabiraj, a Research Analyst at the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), brings invaluable insights from her work on gender inclusion in energy-livelihood sectors. What to Expect i...

In this episode of Tryst with Statecraft , titled "Policy for Sustainable Rural Livelihoods," we delve into the heart of rural India, exploring the dynamics of sustainable livelihoods against the backdrop of the country's economic and social landscapes. Join us as our host, Loveneet, Associate Editor at Project Statecraft, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with our distingu...

Season 2 | Episode 1 In the premiere episode of the second season titled Reaching Communities, Bridging Identities , the podcast - A Tryst with Statecraft ventured into the complexities of policy-making through the experienced lens of Teres Sajeev, a Convergence Consultant with the Government of Tamil Nadu. Hosted by Teresa Kuruvila, this episode unfolded an in-depth exploration of how diverse ide...