The Crux
What's making news and how to decipher trends, innovations, and happenings? At 'The Crux', we dive deep into pressing current affairs and explore critical topics shaping India and the world.
Shutapa Paul is an anchor, commenter, author, and media entrepreneur. She has spent almost two decades within the media space, first as a journalist, and now as a media entrepreneur. Currently, she is Founder of award-winning brand-building and communications company, Dharma Media Consultants, where she has been working closely within the investing, startup, and impact ecosystem.
Shutapa has been recognised as:
- BW 40 Under 40 (PR & Corp Comm)
- BW Excel Communications Personality of the Year
- Social Samosa 40 Under 40
- Agency Reporter 40 Under 40
- LinkedIn ‘Top Voice’
- ‘100 Women Faces’ by the Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs
- ‘Woman of the Year in Media and Journalism’ by Woman Times
- Sattva Nation’s Iconic Wellness Award
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Episodes
9 episodes
LoC: A Soldier's Truth
In this episode of The Crux, we explore life on the LoC, beyond headlines and policy, through the eyes of a soldier.Join us as we speak with Lt Col (Retd) Mayur Ambastha, who served in the Indian Army for decades, including counter-insu...
Operation Sindoor: India at War?
In this episode of The Crux, we examine the fallout from Operation Sindoor: India’s precision missile strike on terror camps across Pakistan and PoK.Join us as we speak with Bipindra NC, a veteran defence journalist with three decades o...
GBS Strikes India: Are You at Risk?
There is an alarming outbreak of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) in Pune. Over 140 cases reported have put serious questions before everyone about water contamination, public health safety, and preparedness in India.Join us on this episod...
DeepSeek: The Sputnik Moment
In this episode of The Crux, we explore the rise of DeepSeek AI and what it means for the future of artificial intelligence.China has entered the AI race in a big way, and DeepSeek is being compared to OpenAI’s GPT models. With AI shapin...
Trump Card: What his Presidency means for India
Trump is back in the Oval Office, and the discussion on its effects on India are already underway. From reshaping trade to shifting immigration policies, this new era brings challenges and opportunities for Indian businesses and talent....
Choked: India Gasps for Air
As winter looms, millions across North India enter a recurring nightmare: toxic air that makes every breath a challenge. But this isn’t just a North Indian crisis—cities like Kolkata, Mumbai, and Bengaluru are increasingly feeling the chokehold...
Beyond 9 to 5: An Overworked Population
In this episode of 'The Crux', we explore the state of work culture in India. With the recent death of Anna Sebastian Perayil, the people are questioning corporates on their toxic work culture. Join us as we speak to Aadesh Goyal, a...
Mpox: The Next Pandemic?
In this episode of 'The Crux', we dive into the Mpox scare. Should we be concerned?Join us as we speak to Dr. Shahid Jameel, an experienced virologist who was the Group Leader of Virology at the International Centre for Genetic Engineer...
India: No Country For Women
In our very first episode of 'The Crux', we dive into the pressing concern of women's safety and freedom in India. Join us as we speak to Talish Ray, a lawyer and a passionate advocate for women's rights. We also have with us Rahul Ram,...