Best Handloom Podcasts (2024)

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ThePrintPod: Gandhi wore dhoti to connect with TN’s poor. Now, his namesake revives handlooms. Similarities end there 9:21

17m ago9:21

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Unlike the Mahatma, Tamil Nadu's textiles minister R Gandhi has courted his fair share of political controversies & graft allegations like misappropriation of about Rs 60 crore.By ThePrint

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PM-EAC paper shows South & West lead post-1991 growth, Mandal-Mandir politics link to Bimaru states 31:04

37m ago31:04

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A new paper from the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister reveals a growing economic disparity among Indian states. Southern states like Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Telangana alongside Gujarat and Maharashtra in West are driving post-liberalisation growth, while once-dominant states like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and West Bengal face stagnati…

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EyeOnChina: China can resolve border dispute with India, it has done so with 12 other countries 8:06

2h ago8:06

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'Recent exchanges between Indian and Chinese officials have sparked a perceptible shift in the Chinese strategic community and media discourse regarding India-China relations', says Sana Hashmi. She adds, 'The fixation on India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar in Chinese discourse as the primary obstacle to improved relations reveals a…

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ThePrintPod: Prayagraj Vs Noida—VVIP culture isn’t the same everywhere 10:53

2h ago10:53

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In his latest weekly column, former IAS officer Sanjeev Chopra explains how VVIP culture isn't the same everyweher in India. Pointing out that VVIPs (of equal status) prefer to go about their work quietly in Noida, Greater Noida, but insist on VVIP privileges in Prayagraj, Sanjeev Chopra says,'It is the civic awareness, rather than any govt notific…

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ThePrintAM: What are the highlights of Congress party's manifesto for Haryana polls? 5:09

1h ago5:09

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By ThePrint

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Pagers,hand-helds,solar panel blasts injure tonnes: Why Israel targeted Hezbollah, how & what’s next 24:45

2h ago24:45

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A day after 3000 Hezbollah pagers detonated across Lebanon, hand-held radios detonated near the funeral venues as solar panel blasts also surfaced. In episode 1520 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta on why and how Israel did this & what to expect next. To watch CTC on Hezbollah-Iran conflict: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nmv9PGv3rh…

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ThePrintPod: China is elevating relations with Africa. Why its $51 billion funding is highly misleading 7:19

8h ago7:19

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The last India-Africa Forum Summit took place in New Delhi way back in 2015, and significant shifts in global geopolitics and geoeconomics have occurred since then.By ThePrint

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PoliticallyCorrect: Kashmiris are in for disappointment, no matter who wins or loses in assembly polls 10:37

23m ago10:37

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Congress-NC majority, BJP-led coalition or status quo under L-G Manoj Sinha's rule- three scenarios on J&K poll results day and what each offers to Kashmiris, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect.----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/why-p…

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ThePrintPod: Up to 10.4 lakh deaths in India in 2019 due to antibiotic-resistant superbugs, says Lancet report 5:32

2h ago5:32

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Findings published Tuesday also said that over 39 crore deaths caused directly or indirectly by antibiotic-resistant infections are estimated to occur worldwide by 2050.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: MEA slams Iran’s Khamenei’s remarks on Indian Muslims’ ‘suffering’ as ‘misinformed’, ‘unacceptable’ 4:18

5h ago4:18

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India and Iran, of late, have had a cordial relationship, signing a long-term contract for the strategically located Chabahar port in May this year.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: Why has Andhra Pradesh govt suspended 3 IPS officers? 11:16

2d ago11:16

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By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: Who is Atishi Marlena, Delhi's new CM? 7:34

3d ago7:34

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By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: India has a global reputation for unbiased, credible statistical surveys. That’s at risk now 6:22

1h ago6:22

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Facts cannot become subjects of debate. So when the census is not conducted, and an eminent statistician who was calling for it gets fired quietly, it’s time to worry.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Five debt defaults, two NPAs & 100% value erosion. MTNL barrels towards a major financial crisis 10:20

2d ago10:20

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Since 2019, govt has pumped Rs 3.22 lakh crore into MTNL & BSNL. Both remain in losses. MTNL has begun to default on loans & bond payments, possibly the first large PSU to become NPA.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Satellite launching spree to tie-ups with 60+ countries, why India is scaling up its space diplomacy 9:26

3d ago9:26

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Space cooperation is key to India's diplomatic outreach. From aiding satellite launches to competition with China and national security projects, India's space sector has it all.By ThePrint

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Delhi-Mumbai: When it comes to fashion, which city wins the coveted crown? Here's the debate you should listen to 9:53

1d ago9:53

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Listen to this episode of the ThePrint's Mumbai-Delhi Express where Deputy Editor Anjali Thoma and Senior Correspondent Tina Das discuss and dissect which city has the better fashion gameBy ThePrint

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BJP’s Northeast policy has lit new fires & reopened old wounds. And it’s getting worse 11:32

26m ago11:32

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Manipur represents BJP’s unique ideological approach to governing the Northeast by playing identity politics jiu-jitsu. It hasn’t gone well yet, and is getting worse, but the party insists on continuing. Watch this week's #NationalInterest with ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta ------------------------------------------------------------------…

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ThePrintAM: HOW WILL BAIL FOR KEJRIWAL IMPACT AAP AHEAD OF HARYANA POLLS? 3:44

13m ago3:44

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https://theprint.in/politics/bail-for-haryanas-son-kejriwal-fires-up-aap-ahead-of-polls-congress-dismisses-threat/2266311/By ThePrint

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Cut The Clutter: Disengagement, de-escalation & diplomacy: Signals from Doval- Wang Yi meet & what it means for India & China 17:35

12h ago17:35

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National Security Adviser Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in St. Petersburg on 12 September, focusing urgently on military disengagement on the Line of Actual Control (LAC). In Episode 1519 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what the shift in diplomatic relations between India and China signal for both the cou…

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ThePrintAM: What was discussed in Putin-Doval meet in Russia? 3:54

7d ago3:54

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By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: What's behind political furore over Punjab’s financial crisis? 8:07

1d ago8:07

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By ThePrint

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Cut The Clutter: When ‘misinterpreter of maladies’ Zakir Naik wades into politics around new Waqf Bill 24:19

1d ago24:19

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The debate over the new Waqf Bill has become mired in political maneuvering, with controversial tele-evangelist Zakir Naik's provocative statements and criticisms amplifying controversies, revealing the broader struggle within South Asia over understanding Islam amidst competing narratives and political interests. In Episode 1518 of #CutTheClutter,…

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ThePrintPod: How Donald Trump debates with women. Comparing Kamala Harris & Hillary Clinton 9:10

2d ago9:10

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It did appear as if Trump was missing his favourite foe, US President Joe Biden. So much so that Harris had to say 'Clearly, I am not Biden'. He would have been easier to tackle.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Why Tamil Nadu BJP is training guns on DMK more than AIADMK in Annamalai’s absence 7:11

2d ago7:11

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BJP has put a six-member panel led by H Raja, who comes from a background vastly different from Annamalai’s. He is waging an ideological battle against government in Tamil Nadu.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Neurodivergent staff run the show at this new Delhi HC café. It’s fast becoming lawyers’ favourite haunt 7:01

2d ago7:01

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'We can manage the work by ourselves,' says manager Arunima Bhaduri, who herself has been diagnosed with dyspraxia & works alongside several other neurodivergent persons at Sagar Express.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: With 0 takers, Bengal, Karnataka, Kerala colleges scrap engineering courses in regional languages 5:14

2d ago5:14

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At the same time, some states including Maharashtra, UP, Rajasthan, see high enrollments. Regional language courses were introduced in 2021 as part of National Education Policy (NEP).By ThePrint

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Cut The Clutter: Language politics gets real: K'taka, WB, Kerala engg clgs drop local medium courses with 0 students 26:06

3d ago26:06

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Following the NEP 2020, institutes across the country introduced engineering and tech courses in regional languages. However, failing to enrol even a single student last year, some institutes have decided to discontinue these programs raising questions on the relevance of such courses. In episode 1517 of Cut the Clutter Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupt…

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ThePrintPod: Defence ministry on its way to finalising Rafale-M deal-- Here's why it's both good & bad news 12:00

4d ago12:00

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With plans to be integrated with most other indigenously designed aircraft, it makes sense for India to push for integrating the Uttam AESA radars with Rafale-Ms.----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/opinion/defence-ministry-on-its-way-to-finalising-rafale-m-deal-it-is-both-good-bad-news/2255712/…

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PoliticallyCorrect: Why Rahul Gandhi should listen to British Conservative party leader’s advice for Sunak's successor 10:58

3d ago10:58

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No 'rash' policy commitments, no mistaking 'friendship' with INDIA bloc partners and a reality check of 2024 poll verdict, how Rahul Gandhi has his work cut out, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect ----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/what-rahul-gandhi-can-learn-from-tory-leaders-tips-for-rishi-sun…

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🌱 Ep 15. Brewing Beer for Bio-Leather with Brett Cotten 54:48

4d ago54:48

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In this episode of the 'No Ordinary Cloth Podcast', we have Brett Cotten, co-founder of Arda Biomaterials, in discussion about their innovative leather alternative, New Grain made from the spent grain waste from breweries. Brett shares the establishment journey of Arda, from its founding in 2022, its recognition among Forbes 30 Under 30 and H&M's G…

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ThePrintAM: Why did SC say ‘something is amiss’ in RG Kar case? 8:02

3d ago8:02

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https://theprint.in/judiciary/how-a-missing-dead-body-challan-caused-a-stir-at-rg-kar-rape-murder-hearing-in-supreme-court/2259379/By ThePrint

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Cut The Clutter: China, Russia, ISIS & ME: CIA, MI6 chiefs on top intel concerns in rarest public talk for FT 24:03

8d ago24:03

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In an unprecedented conversation, the heads of the two most prominent spy agencies came together to discuss intelligence challenges facing the world. In Episode 1516 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-chief Shekhar Gupta discusses key takeaways, emergence of intelligence diplomacy, and spy gadgets.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Jodhpur lawyer bearing delivery expenses of minor rape victim is ‘grateful the court chose him’ 9:09

4d ago9:09

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Lawyer Shreyansh Mardia has been asked by Rajasthan High Court to bear all expenses until the delivery of a 16-year-old rape survivor. Anyone in my place would have done this, he says.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: One month into ‘Operation Bhediya’ in Bahraich, forest dept fails to shield kids from the wolves 9:43

4d ago9:43

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Operation Bhediya: Forest officers & experts point to negligency by dept officials & local authorities in UP's Bahraich, which has been struck by a series of wolf attacks since March.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: India needs to build dual-use ports on war footing. It’s critical for trade and security interests 6:34

4d ago6:34

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It is no secret that China has over the past decade mounted an all-out effort to encircle India in the Indian Ocean region by securing access to foreign ports for dual use.----more---- https://theprint.in/opinion/india-needs-to-build-dual-use-ports-on-war-footing-its-critical-for-trade-and-security-interests/2258031/…

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ThePrintAM: TMC MP Jawhar Sircar quits politics, terms Mamata’s handling of ‘spontaneous’ RG Kar stir ‘faulty’ 8:07

4d ago8:07

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TMC MP Jawhar Sircar quits politics, terms Mamata’s handling of ‘spontaneous’ RG Kar stir ‘faulty’By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Cow vigilantes & those killing in name of blasphemy are alike—justify violence for ‘higher purpose’ 5:00

4d ago5:00

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‘The cow vigilantes in Faridabad, who now express regret over killing a Brahmin reveal a troubling double standard—sorrow seems to hinge on the victim’s identity. Their statements make it sound as though the loss would have been more acceptable if the victim had been a Muslim. This perverse reasoning reveals a great deal about the mentality that is…

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Researchers identify double expansion in brain region associated with depression 5:20

5d ago5:20

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In new findings, scientists from Cornell University have discovered that the salience network of the brain almost doubles to indicate depression risk. In ThePrint #̦PureScience, Sandhya Ramesh explains the findings and implications.By ThePrint

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Beware of bad boys on dating apps. Emotional vampires who blame everything on trauma 4:29

5d ago4:29

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Beware of bad boys on dating apps. Emotional vampires who blame everything on traumaBy ThePrint

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MumbaiDelhiExpress: Is Mumbai better than Delhi when it comes to women's safety? Here's what numbers and facts say 21:12

5d ago21:12

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Is Mumbai better than Delhi when it comes to women's safety? Here's what numbers and facts say Deputy Editor Anjali Thomas & Senior Correspondent Tina Das discuss what makes our women's safety a persistent issue in the country, in this issue of ThePrint's Mumbai-Delhi Express.By ThePrint

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NationalInterest: You can put words in Mrs Gandhi’s mouth & get away. But too much fiction, and you mess with Bhindranwale 11:33

6d ago11:33

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By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: Why does apex ophthalmologists’ body want to review new eye drops- PresVu? 3:22

6d ago3:22

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https://theprint.in/health/why-apex-ophthalmologists-body-wants-to-review-new-eye-drops-designed-to-replace-reading-glasses/2256088/By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Two-thirds of Afghan Sikhs who fled to India after 2021 Taliban takeover have resettled in Canada 7:32

7d ago7:32

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Out of roughly 350 Afghan Sikhs who had fled their war-torn country, 230 are believed to have successfully shifted to Canada. About 120 in India continue to await their visas.----more----https://theprint.in/india/two-thirds-of-afghan-sikhs-who-fled-to-india-after-2021-taliban-takeover-have-resettled-in-canada/2254088/…

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ThePrintPod: RSS should not give in to narrow political demands. Caste census will divide Hindu society 7:15

10d ago7:15

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If caste system is outdated and needs to go, so should caste census, especially when the Congress wants to equate privileges with numbers.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: What’s behind NDP withdrawing support from Trudeau govt? 4:58

7d ago4:58

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By ThePrint

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Cut The Clutter: Nature study links Modi govt's Swachch Bharat Mission, toilet-building to falling infant mortality 20:25

8d ago20:25

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A new Nature Journal study shows the Swachh Bharat Mission by Modi government helped avert 60,000-70,000 infant deaths annually between 2011 and 2020, improved sanitation, reduced open defecation, and played a key role in reducing child mortality. In episode 1514 of #CutTheClutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta presents report card of the mission a…

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ThePrintAM: WHY IS BJP RECEIVING CRITICISM FROM ITS OWN MEMBERS OVER WAQF BILL? 5:27

8d ago5:27

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By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay is busy reading Ambedkar as his party plans to lean Left of Centre. Right’s a no go 7:50

9d ago7:50

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The Tamil film star is set to declare his party’s ideology & vision to the public at a conference later this month, likely to be guided by Ambedkar, Periyar & Kamarajar’s works.By ThePrint