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Welcome to Expressions, the quintessential podcast from The New Indian Express group! We are here to talk about all things life and lifestyle. We will be touching upon topics like wellness, relationships, parenting, mental health, general health and happiness. Welcome to Expressions!

  1. Sep 12

    Why India’s judiciary is in crisis? A.S. Ponnanna on the justice system

    What happens when a senior advocate steps from the courtroom into politics? In this episode of Expressions, A.S. Ponnanna, Member of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and senior advocate, reflects on his journey from law to public life — and the questions it raises about Karnataka’s judiciary, governance, politics and society. From the challenges facing India’s justice system and why people hesitate to become judges, to the role of competent public institutions and legal advice in political decision-making, Ponnanna offers an insider’s perspective. He also discusses the Governor’s role, politically significant cases including the 2010 Karnataka disqualification case, the Cauvery water dispute and Bengaluru’s dependence on the KRS. The conversation also turns to his roots in Kodagu, Kuppayachale and Talakaveri — and why sacred spaces must be approached with respect, not merely as tourist destinations. 🎧 Listen to the full episode of Expressions with A.S. Ponnanna on Spotify. #ASPonnanna #DKShivakumar #KarnatakaPolitics #Karnataka #Expressions #TheNewIndianExpress #Judiciary

    Why India’s judiciary is in crisis? A.S. Ponnanna on the justice system

  2. Aug 31

    Krishna Byre Gowda on Bengaluru’s Growth, Traffic, Weather & Future | Expressions | The New Indian Express

    Bengaluru has grown rapidly — but what has the city gained, and what has it lost along the way?In this episode of Expressions, Krishna Byre Gowda, Karnataka’s Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development shares about the city’s explosive growth, traffic, changing weather, infrastructure, urbanisation and future.From returning to India after his father’s death to entering public life, Gowda reflects on his journey and the responsibility of serving a city as complex and ambitious as Bengaluru.The conversation explores the cost of Bengaluru’s growth, the environmental and social impact of rapid urbanisation, rising vehicle ownership and why the city continues to attract talent, technology, investment and Global Capability Centres (GCCs).Gowda also shares his perspective on age versus experience in politics, what voters should really look for in a political leader, the importance of intent and sincerity in public life, and why he believes Bengaluru continues to remain ahead of competing cities such as Hyderabad and Chennai.He also opens up about the challenges of the Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA), the pressure of governing Bengaluru and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.In this episode:• Krishna Byre Gowda’s journey from Washington to public life• The challenges of governing Bengaluru• Bengaluru’s traffic and infrastructure crisis• What happened to Bengaluru’s famous weather?• The environmental and social cost of rapid urbanisation• Why Bengaluru continues to attract talent and investment• Bengaluru vs Hyderabad and Chennai• Age vs experience in politics• What voters should look for in a leader• The future of Bengaluru and the Greater Bengaluru Authority• Krishna Byre Gowda on his political legacyChapters01:07 – Introduction: Krishna Byre Gowda on Bengaluru01:49 – Why He Returned to India From Washington03:09 – Nobody Is Indispensable04:33 – The Responsibility of Public Office05:55 – When Bengaluru Makes You Run Out of Air06:09 – Bengaluru Is Like a Treadmill07:15 – Is Bengaluru Going to Choke?08:07 – What Keeps Him Going?08:50 – The Challenges of the Greater Bengaluru Authority10:27 – Why He Keeps Trying Every Day11:34 – Six Consecutive Terms & Public Trust13:02 – Does Age Matter in Politics?14:45 – Capacity vs Experience in Politics15:23 – The Importance of Sincerity in Public Life16:48 – Who Took Bengaluru’s Weather From Us?18:50 – How Bengaluru Changed After 199519:25 – Bengaluru’s Exploding Vehicle Population21:11 – Why Bengaluru Still Attracts Everyone22:22 – Bengaluru vs Hyderabad & Chennai22:48 – Why Bengaluru Is Still Winning24:34 – The Race for Talent, Investment & Startups25:19 – What Will His Legacy Be?About the GuestKrishna Byre Gowda is Karnataka’s Minister for Greater Bengaluru Development and a senior Congress politician. He has held several portfolios in the Karnataka government, including Agriculture, Rural Development, Law & Parliamentary Affairs and Revenue. He has represented Karnataka on the GST Council and has served multiple terms as an MLA.Follow Krishna Byre Gowda: Instagram (@krishna_byregowda)Facebook (@krishnabyregowda.official)Youtube Krishna Byre GowdaAbout Expressions is a New Indian Express video series featuring conversations with people shaping society, politics, business, culture and public life.ConnectInstagram: @expressionsbytnieInstagram: @newindianexpressInstagram: @indulgexpressWebsite: newindianexpress.com#krishnabyregowda #bengaluru #expressions #greaterbengaluru #bengalurutraffic #karnataka

    Krishna Byre Gowda on Bengaluru’s Growth, Traffic, Weather & Future | Expressions | The New Indian Express

  3. Aug 24

    Jayana Kothari on the Fight for Gender Equality & Justice | Expressions | The New Indian Express

    Jayana Kothari, Supreme Court litigator and founder of the Centre for Law and Policy Research, joins Expressions for a candid conversation on gender equality, constitutionalrights, disability rights and the power of law to bring social change. With 25 years of litigation, Jayana reflects on representing women, persons with disabilities and transgender communities, and the landmark battles that challenged deeply rooted inequalities. She speaks about arguing that women are not the property of their husbands, the continuing challenges around domestic violence, and the need to remove the marital rape exception. From fighting for reservations in promotions for persons with disabilities to challenging outdated assumptions around gender identity, Jayana shares how her clients and cases have also changed her understanding of equality, justice and her own biases. What to Look For • Jayana Kothari’s 25-year journey as a human rights lawyer• The power of courts and constitutional law to create social change• Her landmark work on gender equality and women’s rights• The continuing challenges around domestic violence• Why verbal, sexual and financial abuse are often overlooked• The debate around restitution of conjugal rights• Her work advocating for transgender rights and gender identity• Fighting for equal opportunities for persons with disabilities• The limitations of fast-track courts in sexual assault cases• Why witness and victim protection are essential to justice• Her call to remove the marital rape exception People and Organisations Mentioned in the Episode • Indira Jaising: Human rights and feminist lawyer Jayana worked with early in her career• Supreme Court of India: Discussed in relation to landmark constitutional and rights-based cases• Centre for Law and Policy Research: Organisation founded by Jayana Kothari• Karnataka High Court: Discussed in relation to disability rights and government employment• Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act: Discussed in relation to employment and promotions• Karnataka Administrative Tribunal: Part of the legal journey in the disability rights case• Section 377: Referenced in the discussion on the decriminalization of homosexuality• Nirbhaya case: Referenced in the discussion on the creation of fast-track courts• Fast-track courts: Discussed in relation to sexual assault and child abuse cases About Jayana Kothari Jayana Kothari is a Supreme Court litigator and the founder of the Centre for Law and Policy Research. She has spent around 25 years working on constitutional law, human rights, gender equality, disability rights and the rights of marginalised communities. Her work has included representing women, persons with disabilities and transgender persons, while taking important questions of equality and access to justice before the courts.Follow Jayana : @kothari.jayna) ABOUT EXPRESSIONS Expressions is a series of thoughtful conversations with the people shaping India’s culture, sport and public life. Honest stories, meaningful insights, and the journeys behind theheadlines. Connect Instagram: @expressionsbytnieInstagram: @newindianexpressInstagram: @indulgexpress Website: newindianexpress.com

    Jayana Kothari on the Fight for Gender Equality & Justice | Expressions | The New Indian Express

  4. Aug 24

    Ruth Manorama on Resilience, Leadership and Finding Your Voice | Expressions

    Ruth Manorama, social activist and 2006 Right Livelihood Award laureate, joins Expressions for a deeply personal conversation on resilience, leadership, dignity and the power of finding your voice. She reflects on the experiences that shaped her, the influence of her mother, her journey of working alongside marginalized communities, and the importance of education and self-reliance. From building platforms for women to working with Dalit women, domestic workers, slum dwellers and unorganized labour, Ruth speaks about decades of organizing, mobilizing and empowering communities. She also shares stories from her life in Bangalore, her partnership with her husband and colleague, and her experiences taking issues of poverty, discrimination and human rights to national and international forums.

    Ruth Manorama on Resilience, Leadership and Finding Your Voice | Expressions

  5. Aug 10

    Pramila Nesargi on Justice, Women’s Rights & Judicial Accountability | Expressions

    Disclaimer: Views expressed are solely those of the guest and do not necessarily reflect the views of The New Indian Express, its editorial team, or Expressions. What does it take to challenge the system for over six decades? In this episode of Expressions, lawyer and women’s rights advocate Pramila Nesargi speaks candidly about her journey in law, fighting for women’s rights, judicial accountability,access to justice, the Uniform Civil Code and the role of social media in society. From challenging an examiner as an LLM student to taking on powerful institutions, Nesargi reflects on the battles that shaped her career and shares her views on what needs to change in India’s legal and social systems. What to Look For:• Her early battles as a young woman lawyer• Judicial accountability and access to justice• Women’s rights, marriage and equality• Her views on freebies and political welfare schemes• The Uniform Civil Code and women’s rights• Justice delayed and the cost of litigation• The responsibility of social media People & Organisations Mentioned:Justice Somnath IyerJustice Hombay GowdaChanakyaChandraguptaLord BasavannaJustice MalimathSupreme Court of IndiaKarnataka State Bar CouncilKarnataka State Commission for Women.About Pramila Nesargi:Pramila Nesargi is a lawyer, educationist, politician and women’s rights advocate. She has spent decades working in law, public life and social causes, and was the first woman in 50 years to become Chairman of the Karnataka StateBar Council. ABOUT EXPRESSIONSExpressions is a series of thoughtful conversations with the people shaping India's culture, sport and public life. Honest stories, meaningful insights, and the journeys behind the headlines. Connect Instagram: @expressionsbytnie | @newindianexpress | @indulgexpressWebsite: newindianexpress.com

    Pramila Nesargi on Justice, Women’s Rights & Judicial Accountability | Expressions

  6. Aug 3

    From Hearts to Boardrooms: Dr. Sunita Maheshwari's Purpose-Led Life | Expressions | The New Indian Express

    Dr. Sunita Maheshwari, a US Board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist and co-founder of Teleradiology Solutions, shares her remarkable journey from healing newborn hearts to building impactful healthcare innovations. She discusses the challenges and rewards of medical entrepreneurship, the role of AI in medicine, her philosophy of giving and staying grounded, and her unique parenting hacks. The conversation delves into her experiences on the board of India's largest private bank and GlaxoSmithPharma, and her insights on leadership, balance, and making decisions that benefit millions. What to Look For •The balance between medical practice and entrepreneurship •The role of AI in healthcare •The philosophy of giving and groundedness •Entrepreneurial journey without external funding • Practical advice for busy parents on raising logical and empathetic children. • Her simple yet effective approach to making big life decisions. • Lessons on risk-taking, timing and creative growth People and Organizations Mentioned in the Episode •Dr. Arjun Kalyanpur: Dr. Sunita Maheshwari's husband and co-founder. •Saswita Bagchi: Author who wrote about mental disorders. •HDFC Bank: India's largest private bank, where Dr. Maheshwari serves as an independent director. •Teleradiology Solutions: India's largest teleradiology company, co-founded by Dr. Maheshwari. •RxDx: A chain of primary care clinics in Bangalore, founded by Dr. Maheshwari. •People for People: A trust fund started by Dr. Maheshwari for philanthropic work. •Delrad Foundation: Another foundation involved in Dr. Maheshwari's philanthropic efforts. •Yale University: Where Dr. Maheshwari trained in the US. •GlaxoSmithPharma: Where Dr. Maheshwari sits on the board. About Dr. Sunita Maheshwari Dr. Sunita Maheshwari is a Yale-trained, US Board-certified Pediatric Cardiologist and the "Chief Dreamer" co-founder of Teleradiology Solutions and RxDx clinics. With over 30 years of experience, she serves as an Independent Director for HDFC Bank and GSK Pharma. A dedicated philanthropist through the Delrad Foundation, she champions a life built on gratitude, groundedness, and giving. #TheNewIndianExpress #Expressions #HealthcareIndia #InspiringStories #ImpactfulConversations #MedicalEntrepreneurship #MentalHealthAwareness #EmpathyInMedicine

    From Hearts to Boardrooms: Dr. Sunita Maheshwari's Purpose-Led Life | Expressions | The New Indian Express

  7. Jul 27

    Can One Exam Decide Your Future? | Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil on NEET, Healthcare & Karnataka's Vision

    In this episode of Expressions by The New Indian Express, host Neha Sonthalia speaks with Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil, Karnataka's Minister for Medical Education, about the future of healthcare, medical education, NEET, AI, public hospitals, organ transplants, nursing, and skill development.   Dr. Patil explains why no exam can fully judge a student's capabilities, shares his vision of establishing governmentmedical colleges in every district, discusses Karnataka's leadership in medical education, and explains why communication and compassion are just as importantas clinical knowledge.   The conversation also explores free organ transplant facilities, preventive healthcare, AI, employment, and why Indian doctors and nurses continue to earn global respect.   01:10 Welcome Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil 01:28 Surprise Visits to Government Hospitals 03:01 From Doctor to Politician 05:02 Student Life & Academic Pressure 07:09 Why Every District Needs a Government Medical College 10:00 Advice for Students Who Miss NEET Cut-offs 11:02 NEET & Challenges for Rural Students 12:20 Can Exams Measure True Potential? 13:17 Nutrition, Lifestyle Diseases & Prevention 16:26 Fitness & Healthy Living 17:02 Why Compassion Makes Better Doctors 20:06 Communication: A Doctor's Greatest Skill 21:21 Free Organ Transplants & Azim Premji Foundation 25:58 Why Young Doctors Choose Government Hospitals 27:59 Karnataka's 800+ Nursing Colleges 29:38 Why Indian Doctors & Nurses Are Respected Worldwide 31:02 Expanding Children's Healthcare 33:00 Preparing for an Ageing Population 34:26 Digital Health Records 35:09 Prevention vs Treatment 36:58 AI, Jobs & Skill Development 43:17 Germany's Apprenticeship Model 46:31 AI: Threat or Opportunity? 48:29 Learning from Electoral Defeat 50:37 His Vision for Karnataka's Healthcare Future 52:45 Closing Thoughts

    Can One Exam Decide Your Future? | Dr. Sharan Prakash Patil on NEET, Healthcare & Karnataka's Vision

  8. Jul 14

    Success Isn't About One Business | Mahesh Krishnachari on O'ver Coffee, COVID Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Expressions

    Mahesh Krishnachari, founder of O'ver Coffee and Director of VEVRA, joins Expressions for a conversation on entrepreneurship, hospitality, architecture and buildingbusinesses with purpose. From creating one of Bengaluru's most distinctive café and wine destinations to leading industrial projects across India, Mahesh shares how patience, quality and long-term thinking shaped his journey. He talks about working with renowned chef Abhijit Saha, why he waited four years before launching O'ver Coffee, and how the COVID-19 pandemic inspired him to develop IoT-enabled medical isolation pods that later received recognition from the Karnataka government. The conversation also explores European café culture, customer experience, mentorship, business failures and why true success is about creating value wherever you're needed.   WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Why patience matters in entrepreneurship • The story behind O'ver Coffee • How Chef Abhijit Saha shaped the brand • Why customer experience is everything • Lessons from building COVID isolation pods • Why quality should never be compromised • What failure teaches every entrepreneur? • Mahesh's definition of success  PEOPLE & PROJECTS FEATURED  • Mahesh Krishnachari •O'ver Coffee • VEVRA • Chef Abhijit Saha • 48-H Pizza • COVID Isolation Pods • Dr. K. Sudhakar   ABOUT MAHESH  Mahesh Krishnachari is the founder of O'ver Coffee and Director of VEVRA, an architecture, engineering and construction company. His work spans hospitality, industrial infrastructure and healthcare innovation, including the development of IoT-enabled medical isolation pods during the COVID-19 pandemic.Follow Mahesh : @maheshkrishnachari @overcoffeeindia @overcoffeesadashivanagar

    Success Isn't About One Business | Mahesh Krishnachari on O'ver Coffee, COVID Innovation & Entrepreneurship | Expressions
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