This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, and Anand Vardhan are joined by political analyst Suhas Palshikar, tech expert Madhav Deshpande, and professor Shruti Kapila. On the robustness of the election voting machines, Suhas Palshikar says EVMs have “definitely lost the credibility that they initially had”. He cites Lokniti-CSDS da…

This week, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, and Anand Vardhan are joined by political analyst Suhas Palshikar, tech expert Madhav Deshpande, and professor Shruti Kapila. On the robustness of the election voting machines, Suhas Palshikar says EVMs have “definitely lost the credibility that they initially had”. He cites Lokniti-CSDS da…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about what are the top factors to watch out on April 26 trade. Corporate earnings season will continue to grab limelight as Bajaj Finserv, SBI Life, Maruti Suzuki, and HCL Technologies are slated to report Q4 results. Apart from that, all eyes will be on market trends as US bond yields hit …

First, Indian Express’ Manoj CG and Kamal Saiyed inform us about how the BJP candidate from the Surat Lok Sabha constituency won unopposed, and the allegations made by the Congress and the BSP. Next, Indian Express’ Ritika Chopra discusses the Election Commission's unprecedented move of issuing notices to both the Congress and the BJP, rather than …

An allegedly unscrupulous one person company has been handling data and infrastructure for DigiYatra, the biometric boarding system used at airports. Anupam Manur and Bharath Reddy discuss the implications.

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 25th of April and here are today's headlines. In the second phase of voting for the Lok Sabha elections tomorrow, 89 seats across 12 states and UTs will go to polls. By the end of the day, a third of the total 543 Lok Sabha seats — including all the seats in Keral…

Welcome to Cyrus Says, Ask me anything Subscribe to the Cyrus Says YouTube Channel for full video episodes! In today's Episode Cyrus answers some of the viewer's questions in this new Ask me Anything series! Listen to Cyrus Says across Audio Platforms Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | Gaana | Amazon Music | Jio Saavn Email your AMA quest…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about what are the top factors to watch out on April 25 trade. Corporate earnings season will continue to grab limelight as Nestle India, Bajaj Finance, IndusInd Bank are slated to report Q4 results. Apart from that, all eyes will be on market trends on the day of monthly F&O expiry. Also, …

First, Indian Express’ Apurva Vishwanath joins us to talk about the petition that was filed by the Indian Medical Association against Patanjali, claiming that their advertisements violated the Drugs and Magic Remedies (Objectionable Advertisements) Act. Next, Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt talks to us about Blue Origin, a private space company owned b…

Join Ashwin Prasad, Shreya Ramakrishnan, and Tanay Ravichandran, three fledgling policy enthusiasts sharing their latest discoveries in the world of public policy! A new course on ⁠Unpacking Urban Governance⁠ on OpenTakshashila is now accepting applications. Click ⁠here⁠ for more information.

इस हफ़्ते पुलियाबाज़ी पर हमारे दो बेंगलुरु निवासी होस्ट ‘कारे मेघा, कारे मेघा’ का आलाप लगाते पाए गए। पानी कब बरसेगा ये तो पता नहीं, पर इस पानी की समस्या में छिपे कुछ पब्लिक पॉलिसी के पाठ प्रणय ने ख़ोज निकाले। जब किसी संसाधन की कमी हो तो उसकी सही कीमत लगाने से उसका सही उपयोग निश्चित किया जा सकता है, ये तो पुलियाबाज़ी के श्रोता जानते ही होंगे। आज की पुलि…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tushar Gupta as they look into the entire wealth distribution claim of the Indian National Congress. In light of the comments of the former PM Manmohan Singh and the current Karnataka CM on Muslims having first rights on claims in India, where does it leave others? Sam Pitroda says India should have an inheritanc…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 24th of April and here are today's headlines. Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of stabbing Babasaheb Ambedkar in the back by promising to give reservations based on religion. Speaking at a rally in Madhya Pradesh, he said our Constitution bars res…

Systematic Withdrawal Plans allow investors to withdraw fixed sum every month. Akhil Chaturvedi, Chief Business Officer, Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund, talks about how to start a SWP, how much should you withdraw and the pitfalls that come with it.

Welcome to Cyrus Says, Cock & Bull! In today's episode, Cyrus is joined by Shayamal Vallabhjee.In this episode, we talk with Shayamal Vallabhjee, a sports psychologist who went from being a monk to working with top athletes. He shares how growing up in apartheid-era Durban and playing cricket influenced his career. Shayamal discusses blending spiri…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about what India VIX’s sharpest fall meant for equity trades. Among Q4 results, Hindustan Unilever, Axis Bank, and LTIMindtree are slated to report their financials. Other than that, NSE is set to launch derivatives contracts on Nifty Next 50. Also, catch Riya Oswal Bafna of Purnartha on Vo…

As India heads to the polls, a new chapter is being written in a very old debate about poverty and inequality in India. This debate has been stirred up by the release of new data from a government-sponsored consumption survey, which some have argued shows a massive decline in poverty in India. Others believe that this data are not so unequivocal an…

First, Indian Express’ Manoj CG and Liz Mathew discuss Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s comments on the Congress party and the Muslim community. Manoj CG fact-checks the claims made by the Prime Minister, while Liz explains the significance of the regions where the comments were made and why they raise concern. Next, Indian Express’ Mihir Vasavda det…

Is it possible for AI to be racist? When Google's AI chatbot 'Gemini' launched a new text-to-image feature on February 1st, it received a barrage of accusations on social media for possessing an inherent reluctance towards generating images of light-skinned, Caucasian people. These accusations came after instances where the Founding Fathers were sh…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 23rd of April and here are today's headlines. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally in Chhattisgarh, hit out at the Congress party again for “appeasement” and “vote bank” politics. He termed the opposition as a party that “divides the country on the bas…

Have you ever wondered why finance seems to have a forgiving nature? From the sins of the past being easily forgotten to the belief in second chances, we'll explore the nuances of forgiveness in the financial realm. We'll dissect the tactics some "for education purposes only" players use to enrich themselves at the expense of their students. It's a…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about key factors that will guide market direction on April 23. Domestic markets are likely to open on a positive note amid solid global cues. Amid stock-specific action, Tata Consumer, Tata Elxsi, and ICICI Prudential will report their Q4 results today. Also, catch Dnyanada Vaidya of Axis …

First, Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah informs us about the ongoing tensions in Manipur and recounts the events of the state's first day of polling. Next, Indian Express’ Amit Kamath discusses the achievement of 17-year-old Indian Grandmaster D. Gukesh, who has become the youngest ever to win the prestigious candidate tournament. This tournament is …

In this episode of All Things Policy, Kripa Koshy and Saurabh Todi discuss the recent controversy around the high sugar content in Nestle baby food in certain countries. They discuss the need for informed regulation and better compliance in India. A new course on Unpacking Urban Governance on OpenTakshashila is now accepting applications. Click her…

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit Kapadia do a mid season review of the IPL 2024. We talk about the abysmal form of the RCB, the chaos in Mumbai Indians, and the brilliant performance of RR and SRH.Follow Aadit:Twitter: @ask0704#ipl #ipl2024 #msdhoni #viratkohli------------------------------------------------------------Listen to the podcasts on:So…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 22nd of April and here are today's headlines. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at a rally in Uttar Pradesh’s Aligarh today, said the lives of Muslim women have been secured with “Modi making a law against triple talaq”. Talking about the increase in Haj quot…

He is an economist with the soul of a poet. He has studied number theory and is an expert on policy. He has studied Urdu and and dreams in shairi. Rohit Lamba joins Amit Varma in episode 378 of The Seen and the Unseen to discuss economics, politics, society and our human condition. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also check out: …

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad discusses about key factors that will guide market direction this week. As corporate earnings season picks pace, market participants wil watch out for stock-specific action like Wipro and HDFC Bank in trade today. Apart from that, Vodafone FPO will be keenly tracked on their last day. Also, catch VK …

First, Indian Express’ Adrija Roychowdury tells us about India's first ever elections that happened over 72 years back. She also talks about how western media and publications described India's first experiment of democracy. Next, Indian Express’ Jayprakash S. Naidu explains what happened in Bastar last week when 29 alleged Maoists were killed in a…

Join Anupam Gupta on Paisa Vaisa as he delves into the dynamic world of restaurant business with Prashant Chaudhri, the owner of renowned eateries like Mangi Ferra, Chin Chin Chu, and Tru Tramm Trunk in Mumbai. Get ready for an insightful discussion on the challenges, strategies, and innovations driving the competitive restaurant industry. Follow P…

In this episode, Ashwin Prasad quizzes Saurabh Todi on the recent Trilateral Technology Dialogue in Seoul. With a focus on strengthening supply chain resilience and fostering trade partnerships, Saurabh provides insights into the significance of this event. Join them as they unravel the discussions, explore key outcomes, and analyze the implication…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Ajeet Bharti about the weaponisation of caste in India. The Lok Sabha 2024 elections are underway and everyone in the INDI alliance is trying to play the caste card. Is this what India should aspire to be? Is caste the be all and end all of Indian society?Follow them:Twitter: @ajeetbhartiBooks: https://t.co/nDEZ5…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Pradip Bhandari about his book, "Modi 3.0: Bigger, Higher, Stronger."Follow Pradeep:Twitter: @pradip103Book: https://amzn.in/d/4Pt9K9F#loksabhaelection2024 #BJP #NarendraModi #RahulGandhi------------------------------------------------------------Listen to the podcasts on:SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 19th of April and here are the top stories of the week. The first phase of the Lok Sabha elections are underway with voters in 102 parliamentary constituencies across 21 states casting their ballot to elect the new government. The 18th Lok Sabha elections will be …

In this episode of Unusual Suspects, we delve into the crucial role of family philanthropy in championing the cause of the underfunded communities. Join us for an enlightening discussion, in partnership with GivingPi, featuring Sonal Sachdev Patel, CEO of the God My Silent Partner Foundation (GMSP) Foundation, and Ashok Bhansali, a founding trustee…

Welcome to Cyrus Says! In this episode,Dive into a captivating conversation with actor Manoj Bajpayee, where he shares insights on the emotional challenges of acting, the dynamics of the film industry, and his upcoming film ''Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout' on ZEE5'. Discover his unique approach to character development, thoughts on artifici…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Zoya Springwala talks about the key factors to watch out for today before the domestic market opens. Unconfirmed reports of strikes in Iran might fan the risk-off sentiment, leading to domestic markets echoing the weakness seen in Asian indices on Friday. Also, catch Puneet Sharma, Whitespace Alpha on the Voice of…

What are the biggest narratives dominating these polls? What is at stake for the BJP and the opposition parties? And how do these polls differ from the ones we witnessed in 2019? To answer these questions and more, veteran journalist and contributing editor for The Indian Express, Neerja Chowdhury, joins us. Hosted and produced by Shashank Bhargava…

The Parliament recently passed legislation called the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, aimed at curbing cheating and upholding the integrity of public examinations. How does the new law safeguard the public recruitment system against malpractices, such as paper leaks, and help to address the problem of state capacity shor…

How does it feel to witness a solar eclipse? Aditya tells us his experience in this podcast where we dig into trivia and history of this beautiful astronomical phenomenon. Bangalore faces a water crisis. How can a country as big as India deal with water shortages? Generative artificial intelligence is and will remain in the spotlight in a year when…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things for the Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. It’s the 18th of April and here are today's headlines. The first phase of the Lok Sabha elections will kickstart tomorrow with voters in 102 parliamentary constituencies across 21 states slated to cast their ballot to elect the new government. The 18th Lok Sabha elections …

In this episode of Political Economy with Shweta Punj, Centre for the Study of Developing Societies (CSDS) co-director Sanjay Kumar, discusses the issues that are dominating the minds of voters in Elections 2024 and whether BJP will be able to crack the Southern code and make inroads into Tamil Nadu.…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Zoya Springwala talks about the key factors to watch out for today before the domestic market opens. Various cues ranging from Israel-Iran tensions, surging crude prices, higher bond yields, Q4 earnings, cautious commentary from the US Federal Reserve chair will guide the markets. Also, catch Kunal Sodhani, Shinha…