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What's in a state's special category status?
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In today’s episode for 14th June 2024, we talk about the economics of according the “Special Category Status” to a state and why Bihar and Andhra Pradesh are asking for it. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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In today's episode for 13th June 2024, we talk about a midnight theft at Mumbai's Dadar and what may have motivated the thieves behind it. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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SEBI unlocks the CDS market for Mutual Funds
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In today’s episode for 12th June 2024, we tell you why SEBI has proposed to open the Credit Default Swap (CDS) market for Mutual Funds. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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Russia is now the fourth largest economy. But how?
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In today’s episode for 11th June 2024, we tell you how Russia’s economy is heading north despite sanctions by the West. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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In today’s episode for June 10th 2024, we tell you how McDonald’s lost the exclusive right to use the Big Mac trademark to Supermac’s.Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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Why is India expediting visa applications from China?
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In today’s episode for 7th June 2024, we tell you why the Indian government is easing visa procedures for the Chinese. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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Do Indian elections care about climate change?
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Yesterday was World Environment Day. But thanks to the aftermath of election results, not many of us may have noticed. So, in today’s episode for 6th June 2024, we see if India’s elections are actually green.Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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Can Zimbabwe's new currency help tackle its hyperinflation?
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In today’s episode for 5th June 2024, we talk about Zimbabwe’s hyperinflation woes and see if its new currency ― ZiG (Zimbabwe Gold) can tame it. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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The real reason why RBI stores its gold in London
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In today's episode for 4th June 2024, we tell you why India's central bank—RBI (Reserve Bank of India) stacks up a significant amount of its gold reserves in UK vaults. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link here -https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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How is Amazon buying MX Player for dirt cheap?
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In today’s episode for 3rd June 2024, we take you through the rise and fall of MX Player. Speak to Ditto's advisors now, by clicking the link - https://bit.ly/4bZKRXS
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In today’s episode for 31st May 2024, we tell you why flex fuel hybrid EVs (electric vehicles) seem to look like the future of India’s auto industry and the roadblocks along the way.
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Why is LIC so late to the health insurance party?
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In today's episode for 30th May 2024, we tell you why LIC has never dabbled in health insurance before and what seems to have changed its mind now.
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Does Reliance want to take on Airtel in Africa?
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In today’s episode for 29th May 2024, we tell you about Reliance’s entry into the African telecom space and if this foray will wage a new war against Airtel’s presence in the continent.
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SEBI's crackdown on fantasy stock gaming explained
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In today’s episode for 28th May 2024, we tell you why market regulator SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) has a problem with fantasy stock trading platforms.
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2.1 Lakh Crore Bonanza for the government - Breaking down RBI's record transfer
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In today's episode for 27th June 2024, we talk about the huge surplus that the RBI will transfer to the government.
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In today’s episode for 24th May 2024, we talk about the famous Buffett Indicator and why it may not always predict stock market crashes or draw a fair picture of the economy.
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Why are tax authorities running after PepsiCo's advertising spends?
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In today's episode for 23rd May 2024, we tell you why advertising spends of multinational corporations like PepsiCo have caused a bit of a stir.
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Why investors hate royalties that Indian subsidiaries pay foreign MNCs
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In today’s episode for 22nd May 2024, we talk about the rising royalties that foreign MNCs (Multinational Corporations) expect from their Indian subsidiaries and the debate around it.
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India's ambitious journey to becoming a global semiconductor powerhouse
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In today's episode for 21st May 2024, we look at India's efforts at establishing itself as a significant player in semiconductor manufacturing and the challenges along its way.
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Single screen cinemas are dying... Can we revive them?
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In today’s episode for 20th May 2024, we talk about the plight of single screen cinemas and see if there are ways to breathe new life into them.
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In today's episode for 17th May 2024, we look at the possible challenges associated with reckless AI usage and a few regulators who are stepping up to the plate.
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Saudi Arabia is hell bent on building futuristic cities... Will it succeed?
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In today’s episode for 16th May 2024, we talk about Neom, Saudi Arabia’s dream infrastructure project and see why it’s being labelled as an idea that’s doomed to fail.
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The fastest, cheapest, bestest path to Central Asia and beyond
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In today's episode for 15th May 2024, we talk about India's deal with Iran to develop the Chabahar port.
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In today’s episode for 14th May 2024, we tell you how Varanium Cloud, a small digital services company disguised its business model and financials to make big bucks through its SME IPO.
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How to bet on the Chinese stock market rally?
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In today's episode for 13th May 2024, we talk about the Chinese stock market and the recent rally.
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In today’s episode for 10th May 2024, we tell you about the RBI’s (Reserve Bank of India’s) new rules for big infrastructure loans and why it has put banks and NBFCs (Non Banking Financial Companies) in a spot of bother.
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The life and death of an Indian shopping mall
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In today's episode for 9th May 2024, we trace the lifecycle of a mall and see why some of them are dying.
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In today’s episode for 8th May 2024, we talk about the economic impact of potholes on Indian roads and how the highway authority intends to innovatively tackle it.
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In today's episode for 7th May 2024, we revisit the problem in the Red Sea to see if things are getting any better.
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In today’s episode for 6th May 2023, we tell you why the UK High Court rejected the government’s climate action plan.
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Horlicks and Bournvita no longer health drinks?
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In today’s episode for 3rd May 2024 we talk about the Indian health regulator’s recent clampdown on malt and milk based drinks
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In today’s episode for 2nd May 2024, we tell you how ATM operators make money and why they’ve been asking for higher fees.
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In today’s episode for 1st May 2024, we explain the controversy surrounding some of India’s premier spice makers.
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In today’s episode for 30th April 2024, we tell you about rising dal prices and government actions.
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In today’s episode for 29th April 2024, we talk about why Inheritance Tax may or may not be a good idea. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content that goes into our podcast? Well, we might have a role for you that involves leading content initiatives on this newsletter. If you have …
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In today’s episode for 27th April 2024, we explain the role of tower companies in the telecom industry.
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In today’s episode for 26th April 2024, we explain a battle between two money management companies in the US and the surprising role India has to play in it.
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Last week, heavy downpours and floods in Dubai kindled some chatter around cloud seeding. So in today’s episode for 25th April 2024, we talk about the good and bad economics of artificial rain. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content that goes into our podcast? Well, we might have …
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In today’s episode for 24th April 2024, we explain a SEBI order that highlights financial irregularities up the top brass at a formerly listed company called Lloyd Electric & Engineering. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content that goes in our podcast? Well, we might have a role f…
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In today’s Finshots, we tell you about how Amazon has been trying to get insider information about its rivals such as Flipkart and Walmart. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content that goes into our podcast? Well, we might have a role for you that involves leading content initiativ…
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In today’s Finshots, we tell you why America’s space agency, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is struggling to fund its space missions. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content that goes into our podcasts? Well, we might have a role for you that involves leading …
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In today’s episode for 20th April 2024, we explain how DMart has tweaked its strategy over the past year and we make a suggestion of our own.
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Golden Passports and Visas are losing their shine
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In today’s episode for 19th April 2024, we tell you why countries are clamping down on schemes that offer citizenships and residence permits in return for cash. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content tha goes on the Finshots podcast? Well, we might have a role for you that involve…
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Why an India-Mauritius tax amendment triggered a stock market slide
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In today’s episode for 18th April 2024, we tell you why a tax treaty amendment with Mauritius nudged foreign investors to withdraw their investments from the Indian stock market and why Mauritius let that happen. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting…
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Can Tamil Nadu expand its ‘Detroit of India’ tag to EVs?
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In today’s episode for 17th April 2024, we tell you how Tamil Nadu became India’s automobile manufacturing hub and now wants to take the Electric Vehicle (EV) crown too. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting new Insurance Advisors. You don't even hav…
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In today’s episode for 16th April 2024, we explain Tesla’s interest in India and the possible hurdles it might face. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting new Insurance Advisors. You don't even have to know much about Insurance — We will train you fr…
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How greenhouse gases are being smuggled into Europe
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In today’s episode for 15th April 2024, we tell you how and why powerful climate pollutant gases called HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) are being illegally traded across Europe. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the content on the Finshots Podcast? Well, we might have a role for you that invol…
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In today’s episode for 12th April 2024, we explain how the tussle between saving Rajasthan’s state bird and renewable power has led to the recognition of a new distinct fundamental right. But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you want to be the one writing and editing the Finshots podcast? Well, we might have a role for you that invo…
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In today’s Finshots, we explain how the state ended up in a spot of bother and why it is unhappy with the central government. Do you want to be the one writing and editing the Finshots newsletter? Well, we might have a role for you that involves leading content initiatives on this newsletter. If you have a background in finance or economics and nar…
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Why is India leasing out its petroleum reserves?
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In today’s episode for 10th April 2024, we tell you why strategic petroleum reserves may not be economically viable for countries like India and how we plan to tackle this problem. Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and are looking to join a dynamic team, Ditto is recruiting new Insurance Advisors. You don…
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