SHILPI SINGH

Shilpi Singh completed her B.A. (Hons) Economics from University of Delhi. A strong interest in the world disparities led her towards delving deep into the subject. She is  currentlypursuing  M.A. Economics (with specialization in Development Economics) from SAARC established South Asian University. She has written on ‘Informal Sector of Iraq, market research and planning ahead’ and ‘Sustained Growth in Afghanistan’. She has trained in Kathak for 7 years and possess a brown belt in Karate.

SUKRITI HAZRA

Sukriti Hazra is a Master’s student in Political Science at Presidency University, Kolkata. A consistent academic achiever, she completed her school education under the CISCE board with 97% in Class 12 and 92% in Class 10, followed by a Bachelor’s degree from Presidency University where she secured 7.52 CGPA. Her research interests lie at the intersection of International Relations and cultural politics, with a specific focus on Asian cultural diplomacy and soft power. she is passionate about exploring the sociological intersections of food, media, and local politics. She has previously led academic projects analysing Japan’s use of cultural exports as diplomatic tools.

SWASTIKA KAR

Swastika Kar is a 2^nd year undergraduate student of Political Science at Presidency University, Kolkata, where she secured first position in her first year of the B.A. programme. Her academic interests include gender studies, post-colonial theory, and international relations, with a focus on critically engaging with questions of power, identity, and global political structures.She completed her schooling from Loreto House, Kolkata. Swastika actively participates in academic conferences and discussions, and values spaces that encourage intellectual exchange, critical dialogue, and interdisciplinary learning.Outside academics, she enjoys gardening, listening to music, and engaging in conversations that foster the exchange of ideas and perspectives.