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 …

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…

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…

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 …

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

In today’s episode for 9th April 2024, we explain the concept of reverse innovation  based on the back of GE Healthcare’s endeavours in India. 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 Insura…

In today’s episode for 8th April 2024, we talk about the lengthy proxy battle at Disney and tell you why its shareholders had been in a tug of war over who should be on the Board (of Directors). 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 Adv…

In today’s episode for 6th April 2024, we explain how Landmark Cars is riding the wave of demand for luxury and premium cars. 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 tra…

In today’s episode for5th April 2024, we explain the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) latest directive on trading currency derivatives on the exchanges. 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…

In today’s episode for 4th April 2024, we talk about AI washing and why companies are doing it. 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 from scratch and you ca…

In today’s episode for 3rd April 2024, we tell you about how a Chartered Accountant allegedly defrauded thousands of investors across the world. 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 Insu…

In today’s episode for 2nd April 2024, we tell you all about a decades-long antitrust lawsuit that Visa and Mastercard have been stuck in and why it may not end anytime soon. 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 eve…

In today’s episode for 1st April 2024, we tell you why cocoa prices are hitting record highs. 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 from scratch and you can…

In today’s episode for 30th March 2024, explain why there was controversy over the delisting of ICICI Securities. 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 from scratch and you can enjo…

Daniel Kahneman passed away on 27th March and your LinkedIn feed is probably filled with people telling you why Kahneman’s book “Thinking, Fast and Slow” is the best book ever written. And there’s no denying it’s a great book. But it also draws heavily from the research he conducted in the preceding decades. Research that won Daniel Kahneman, a psy…

In today’s episode for 28th March 2024, we talk about insurance’s new online marketplace ― Bima Sugam and tell you why it’s being labelled as a gamechanger for the Indian insurance industry.

In today’s episode for 27th March 2024, we tell you about the latest lawsuit against the iPhone maker in the US.

Since there’s news about India considering replacing the ‘minimum’ wage with a ‘living’ wage, we thought we’d dive into these concepts in today’s episode for 26th March 2024.

In today’s episode for 25th March 2024, we explain the latest results of India’s Flash Purchasing Managers’ Index.

In today’s episode for 23rd March 2024, we explain why the shares of certain oil companies witnessed a massive rally in 2023 and how recent events might be a dampener.

In today’s episode for 22nd March 2024, we talk about biomining and why Delhi hasn’t been able to reclaim its biggest dumping grounds.

In today’s episode for 21st March 2024, we tell you all about the exclusive Soho House and its expansion in India.

In today’s episode for 20th March 2024, we explain why regional airlines in India have always had a tough gig.

In today’s episode for 19th March 2024, we explain why the potential sale of TikTok in the US has evoked discussions around an economic concept known as a Revolving Door.

In today’s episode for 18th March 2024, we explain why a Dubai-based ‘businessman’ is in the eye of a stock market storm.

In today’s episode for 16th March 2024, we explain what’s driving gold prices higher and higher.

In today’s episode for 15th March 2024, we talk about the mass coral bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef and what would possibly happen if our coral reefs disappeared.

In today’s episode for 14th March 2024, we explain the water crisis that has engulfed the Silicon Valley of India.

In today’s episode for 13th March 2024, we give you a primer on the government’s idea to bring about a law to regulate digital businesses.

In today’s episode for 12th March 2024, we tell you why everyone’s been buzzing about a potential IPO of Tata Sons.

In today’s episode for 11th March 2024, we talk about the newspaper industry’s battle against customs duty and why it wants the government to waive the tax.

In today’s episode for 9th March 2024, we dive into the business of Gopal Snacks which closes its IPO application window on 11th March 2024.

In today’s episode for 8th March 2024, we explain the concept of IPO financing and why the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reprimanded JM Financial.

In today’s episode for 7th March 2024, we tell you why the Supreme Court has pulled up the Central Government for price disparities at hospitals and how it has put the healthcare industry in a tight spot.

In today’s episode for 6th March 2024, we explain why India’s obesity rates are rising and the problems associated with it.

In today’s episode for 5th March 2024, we talk about an alleged front-running scheme by the management of V-Marc India, a company making wires and cables, and how SEBI pulls up such frauds.

In today’s episode for 4th March 2024, we explain Google’s monopoly rent and why there’s a clamour for an Indian app store.

In today’s episode for 2nd March 2024, we trace the journey of the Patanjali Group and tell you why the Supreme Court has imposed a temporary advertising ban on one of its entities.

In today’s episode for 1st March 2024, we talk about Birla’s foray into the paints industry and see if it can challenge its thriving incumbents in the business.

In today’s episode for 29th February 2024, we tell you how a recent ad by an insurance company might just get the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to sit up and take notice.

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In today’s episode for 28th February 2024, we discuss the nutraceuticals market boom in India and why the government wants to change how it’s regulated. If you're a person who is great at communicating and are enthusiastic to join our team, Ditto is looking to recruit new Insurance advisors. You don't even have to know about Insurance, we'll train …