WorklifeIndia Podcast
1) What has changed 10 years after 2012 Delhi bus rape?
The fatal Delhi gang rape in 2012, also known as the Nirbhaya case, is seen as a watershed moment in India’s efforts to tackle sexual violence against women. The case had sparked massive protests and ...Show More
2) Is pay parity a game-changer for Indian women cricketers?
India is a cricket-loving nation, with the sport played all over the country - from grassroots gully (street) cricket to domestic, national and international leagues. The Board of Control for Cricket ...Show More
3) How to deal with layoffs
As mass layoffs at Meta and Twitter hit the global tech industry, many more companies have either already downsized or are expected to come out with similar announcements soon. Employees who’ve got th...Show More
4) Is India ready for same-sex marriages?
In 2018, India’s Supreme Court decriminalised gay sex in a landmark ruling which was seen as a big victory for the country's LGBTQ+ community. But activists say attitudes on the ground have been slow ...Show More
5) How can India add more women to its workforce?
India’s festive season has prompted a surge in hiring of women for temporary jobs. But women still represent a small proportion of India’s workforce. Experts say corporate India is paying more attenti...Show More
6) How easily can women access abortion in India?
In a recent ruling, India’s Supreme Court made significant additions to abortion rights, saying every woman – married or unmarried – should be able to make reproductive choices without interference fr...Show More
7) How to tackle India’s pill-popping culture
Antibiotics are the mainstay of modern medicine and play a critical role in treating bacterial infections, and saving lives. But what happens when you take them in excess? According to the World Healt...Show More
8) The challenges of India’s microfinance sector
Millions of Indian households rely on microfinance – small loans available to the poor as an alternative to traditional banking credit. For many, it is a lifeline, and often the only way to begin a bu...Show More
9) 'Quiet quitting' at the workplace
Do you feel motivated at work, or does going to the office make you feel stressed? The idea of slowly withdrawing yourself from overwork has recently gained intense media attention. It is about “qui...Show More
10) Making India’s roads safer
India’s roads are regarded as being among the most dangerous in the world. In 2021, road accidents claimed more than 150,000 lives - an average of 18 per hour, according to government data. There is...Show More