In Conversation
Dr. Karan Singh with Dr. Shashi Tharoor & Malvika Singh

On his book ‘A Statesman and a Seeker: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Dr. Karan Singh’ by Prof. Harbans Singh. The authorized biography of one of India’s most well-known and admired public figures, whose life journey is inextricably linked to that of Jammu and Kashmir, and of India since Independence.

(Collaboration: Karan Singh Foundation)
 

Bharat Ki Soch, a think tank committed to researching and revitalizing the insights of Indian wisdom and applying them to contemporary policy challenges and governance frameworks, is desirous of supporting research in the following thematic areas:

1.    Governance

2.    National Security

3.    Economy, Commerce and Finance

4.    Environment and Sustainability

5.    Agriculture and Food Security

6.    Health Nutrition and Wellbeing

Intern

Location: New Delhi, India 
Responsibilities: Research, Publication and Outreach on any of the above-mentioned areas.

The Intern is expected to explore the above-mentioned thematic areas by consulting ancient Indian texts, and outlining how the insights from early times might be relevant to contemporary policy and practice.

Tasks

1.    Assist in identifying and reviewing primary texts relevant to the themes

2.    Support literature reviews and research synthesis

3.    Extract and summarise key passages from classical sourcebooks

4.    Assist in drafting articles, concept notes, briefs

5.    Assist in curating content for newsletters

6.    Provide research inputs for conferences, roundtables and public lectures

7.    Support in organising workshops, conferences, roundtables, exhibitions etc.

Commitment: Full-time, on all official working days

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

1.    MA in Ancient Indian History

2.    Knowledge of Ancient scriptures

3.    Demonstrated interest in ancient Indian knowledge systems

4.    Excellent written and spoken skills in English, Hindi

Desirable

1.    Competence in reading premodern sources in at least one South Asian language (Sanskrit, Prakrit, Farsi, Tamil…)

2.    Prior research, academic writing or editorial experience

Interested candidates may email applications to Ms Swati Srivastava De, at contact@bharatkisoch.com The last date for receiving applications is 25 March 2026.

BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP

The Riddle of Sannyasa. 
by Neeru Nanda (Har-Anand Publications, 2025)

Discussants: Dr. Madhu Khanna, Professor of Indic Religion, Tagore National Fellow National Museum, New Delhi; Former Director, Centre for the Study of Comparative Religion & Civilizations, Jamia Millia Islamia; Neeru Nanda, Career Bureaucrat & Author of the book

Chair: Prof. Purshottam Agrawal, Former member UPSC & Former Chair, Centre of Indian Languages, JNU

Bharat Ki Soch, a think tank committed to researching and revitalizing the insights of Indian wisdom and applying them to contemporary policy challenges and governance frameworks, is desirous of supporting research in the following thematic areas:

1.    Governance

2.    National Security

3.    Economy, Commerce and Finance

4.    Environment and Sustainability

5.    Agriculture and Food Security

6.    Health Nutrition and Wellbeing

Junior Research Fellow (JRF)

Location: New Delhi, India 
Responsibilities: Research, Publication and Outreach on any two of the above-mentioned areas

The Fellow is expected to explore the above-mentioned thematic areas by consulting ancient Indian texts, and outlining how the insights from early times might be relevant to contemporary policy and practice.

Tasks

1.    Carrying out in depth research on Governance/ National Security/ Economy, Commerce and Finance/Environment and Sustainability/ Agriculture and Food Security/Health Nutrition and Wellbeing of ancient times of India

2.    Identify texts that address the above themes

3.    Synthesise existing studies on these to produce literature review

4.    Select and introduce passages for sourcebooks

5.    Engage in conversation with experts on these areas, at events or for newsletters/blogs

6.    Convene masterclasses and workshops with experts on the areas selected

7.    Write articles on the above themes

8.    Organize exhibitions, conferences, lectures for public outreach

9.    Overviews (15,000 words) of studies on the areas identified

10.Anthologies with excerpts from texts organised thematically

11.Translations of unpublished works/chapters from works

12.Organise conferences, round tables, workshops, exhibitions

Commitment: Full-time, on all official working days

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

1.    PhD Degree in Ancient Indian History

2.    Knowledge of Ancient scriptures is a must

3.    Excellent written and spoken skills in English, Hindi

4.    Upto three years of relevant work experience

Desirable

1.    Competence in reading premodern sources in at least one South Asian language (Sanskrit, Prakrit, Farsi, Tamil…)

2.    Experience of university teaching/academic editing/exhibition curation/organising public lectures

3.    Ability to initiate and drive projects 

Interested candidates may email applications to Ms Swati Srivastava De, at contact@bharatkisoch.com  The last date for receiving applications is 25 March 2026.

Bharat Ki Soch, a think tank committed to researching and revitalizing the insights of Indian wisdom and applying them to contemporary policy challenges and governance frameworks, is desirous of supporting research in the following thematic areas:

1.    Governance

2.    National Security

3.    Economy, Commerce and Finance

4.    Environment and Sustainability

5.    Agriculture and Food Security

6.    Health Nutrition and Wellbeing

Senior Research Fellow (SRF)

Location: New Delhi, India 
Responsibilities: Research, Publication and Outreach on any two of the above-mentioned areas

The Fellow is expected to explore the above-mentioned thematic areas by consulting ancient Indian texts, and outlining how the insights from early times might be relevant to contemporary policy and practice.

Tasks

1.    Carrying out in depth research on Governance/National Security/ Economy, Commerce and Finance/ Environment and Sustainability/ Agriculture and Food Security/Health Nutrition and Wellbeing of ancient times of India

2.    Identify texts that address the above themes

3.    Synthesise existing studies on these to produce literature review

4.    Select and introduce passages for sourcebooks

5.    Engage in conversation with experts on these areas, at events or for newsletters/blogs

6.    Convene masterclasses and workshops with experts on the areas selected

7.    Write articles on the above themes

8.    Organize exhibitions, conferences, lectures for public outreach

9.    Overviews (15,000 words) of studies on the areas identified

10.Anthologies with excerpts from texts organised thematically

11.Translations of unpublished works/chapters from works

12.Organise conferences, round tables, workshops, exhibitions

Commitment: Full-time, on all official working days

Qualifications and Skills

Essential

1.    PhD Degree in Ancient Indian History

2.    Knowledge of Ancient scriptures is a must

3.    Excellent written and spoken skills in English, Hindi

4.    Three plus years of relevant work experience

Desirable

1.    Competence in reading premodern sources in at least one South Asian language (Sanskrit, Prakrit, Farsi, Tamil…)

2.    Experience of university teaching/academic editing/exhibition curation/organising public lectures

3.    Ability to initiate and drive projects 

Interested candidates may email applications to Ms Swati Srivastava De, at contact@bharatkisoch.com  The last date for receiving applications is 25 March 2026.

THE GREATEST SHOW ON EARTH: The Golden Age of Hollywood 
Curated by Neville Tuli (Founder, Tuli Research Centre for India Studies (T.R.I.S.)

The exhibition will reveal the influential roots of World Cinema with a focus on the cinema of Mack Sennett, Maurice Tourneur, Charlie Chaplin, Fritz Lang, F.W. Murnau, Buster Keaton, Lon Chaney, Tod Browning, Randolph Valentino, Erich von Stronheim, Josef Sternberg and others.

The exhibition will remain open daily from 11:00 to 19:00 hrs

(Collaboration: Tuli Research Centre for India Studies (T.R.I.S.)

Book Discussion Group

Contract Farming in Developing countries: The Promise and its perils

By Sudha Narayanan (Palgrave Macmillan, 2025)

Discussants: Jang Bahadur Singh Sangha, Farmer; Sayanten Bera, Journalist, Mint and Sudha Narayanan, Author of the book

Moderator: Siraj Hussain, Advisor, Food Processing

Art Matters
AE Krishna Sobti, An evening on Krishna Sobti writings.
(Collaboration: Raza Foundation)

Echoes of the Mandala

The exhibition unveils the reflections of Nepali artists, channelling their imagination through ingenious impressions in paintings that connects the ancient civilization of Nepal & India. These artworks masterfully capture the coexistence of the sacred and profane, inviting viewers to ponder the eternal fusion of tradition and modernity in a shared cultural tapestry.

A curatorial walkthrough of the art exhibition ‘Echoes of the Mandala’ led by curator Swosti R. Kayastha providing insights into the artworks, themes, and curation choices. An engaging event for attendees to gain deeper context beyond a self-guided visit.
 

The exhibition will remain open daily from 11:00 to 19:00 hrs

(Collaboration: Nepal Embassy, BPKF, India, Everest Chamber of Commerce and Industry)