In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Raja Muneeb about the state of affairs in Bangladesh. Rumours abound that Muhammad Yunus will be forced to resign by the Bangladeshi army. What is Bangladesh's future?Follow him:X: @RajaMuneebYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCn7lUbQoA0_yXTrCEapLE_w #yunus #sheikhhasina #bangladeshcrisis ------------------------…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Raja Muneeb about the state of affairs in Bangladesh. Rumours abound that Muhammad Yunus will be forced to resign by the Bangladeshi army. What is Bangladesh's future?Follow him:X: @RajaMuneebYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCn7lUbQoA0_yXTrCEapLE_w #yunus #sheikhhasina #bangladeshcrisis ------------------------…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode India’s sovereign AI plans as three more startups join the race to build large language models. The RBI unveils its own ChatGPT-style tool, ChiRAG. Quick commerce expands to babycare with Cavi, Ozi, and Zoddle drawing investor interest. And Wipro claims 35% efficiency gains using Agentic AI. Plus, a fin…

The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

India’s renewable energy capacity has reached 220 GW, but can the country stay on track for its 2030 targets? In this episode of Unusual Suspects, Saurabh Kumar, VP–India at the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), talks about what it will take to scale clean energy, unlock capital for startups, and drive the next wave of innovatio…

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about MSC Elsa 3, the container ship that capsized in the Arabian Sea on Saturday. While there has been no oil spill yet, the possibility looms large. Amitabh talks about the consequences of an oil spill, the concerns and the challenges that come with it. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Santo…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on May 30. After the markets ended May series with 2.5 percent gains, the GIFT Nifty trends point to a quiet start for markets amid mixed global cues. Some key stocks to track are Bajaj Auto, Suzlon Energy, and Cipla. Also, catch Siddharth Khemka of…

On this episode of Cyrus Says, Aussie legends Sam Perry and Ian Higgins from The Grade Cricketer podcast drop by for a chat. From the bizarre world of Australian grade cricket culture to the unspoken rules of how players must behave in the locker room showers, the duo serves up insight with a side of satire. They talk about touring India, their run…

In this episode of All Things Policy, Manoj Kewalramani and Anushka Saxena discuss the codification of China's security view and policy in its latest White Paper on National Security in the New Era. They analyse the key takeaways of the paper, including China's red lines, approach to the Asian regional order, and tensions with the West. The PGP is …

In today’s episode: RBI’s banknote printing bill jumps 25% even as income from forex and securities surges; India carves out a unique path in AI regulation; IPL insights from RCB’s COO; GDP set to hit 6.9% in Q4; stock market red flags as promoter stakes fall; Razorpay’s big homecoming; and India’s stealth fighter ambitions take off.…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Razorpay completes its reverse flip to India, shelling out Rs 1,245 crore in taxes. Zerodha plans to pump Rs 125 crore into its NBFC to expand lending. Snabbit, a Zepto-style home services startup, bags $19 million in funding. Edtech firm Teachmint pivots to smart classroom hardware. And finally, India is becomin…

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on May 29. After the markets extended loss for the second day, volatility could ensue on the day of monthly F&O expiry. Today, stocks like IndusInd Bank, Gensol Engineering, and DLF could see traction. Earnings reaction will continue to sway stock-s…

नमस्ते, पुलियाबाज़ी में आज हम एक हटके विषय पर चर्चा करेंगे—युद्ध में हाथियों का प्रयोग। यह विषय हमें काफी इंटरेस्टिंग लगा, तो हमने सोचा कि क्यों न इस पर आदित्य रामनाथन से बात की जाए। आदित्य तक्षशिला इंस्टीटूशन के साथ एसोसिएट फैलो हैं और मिलिटरी हिस्ट्री में गहरी दिलचस्पी रखते हैं। इस पुलियाबाज़ी पर चर्चा इतिहास के उस दौर की जब भारत एक ‘आर्म्स एक्सपोर…

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Health Editor Kaunain Sheriff about the rise in the number of Covid-19 cases. He talks about the new subvariant that has surfaced, the number of cases that have been identified in India and whether or not it is a cause for concern. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Devansh Mittal about Uber being sent a noti…

Every painted wall, pothole & traffic in Bengaluru has a story to tell. In this episode of All Things Policy, Pravar Choudhary of Bengawalks and I, Sowmya Prabhakar, COO of Takshashila Institution, take a stroll exploring the dynamics of the markets, society & government. From gated communities to badly designed footpaths, from heritage buildings t…

A promising monsoon forecast lifts agri-linked stocks, but retail investors are pulling back for the third month in a row. We decode the market impact of rains, June's IPO line-up, SEBI’s shakeup of structured products, and why Indian students are choosing Germany over Canada. Plus, insights on Andhra politics, India’s drone dominance, Rishabh Pant…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Amee Datta who is one of India's prominent IP lawyers about the latest Mohak Mangal and ANI kerfuffle where Mohak has accused ANI of allgedly extorting money from him by issuing copyright strikes on his channel. AI has sued Mohak Mangal for defemation as of now. This podcast will explain how he fair sue doctrine …

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Amee Datta who is one of India's prominent IP lawyers about the latest Mohak Mangal and ANI kerfuffle where Mohak has accused ANI of allgedly extorting money from him by issuing copyright strikes on his channel. AI has sued Mohak Mangal for defemation as of now. This podcast will explain how he fair sue doctrine …

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Unacademy founders step back as Airlearn goes solo, Bounce and MyByk ride the gig economy wave with EV rentals, Walmart reshapes its workforce after layoffs, Infosys and Cognizant are pushed to settle a legal spat, and Saarathi Finance raises Rs 475 crore for rural lending. Tune in to decode the day’s top startup…

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I am Ichha Sharma Today is 28th of May and here are today’s headlines. Amid reports of MLAs in Manipur attempting to form a government, sources at the Centre told The Indian Express that revoking President’s Rule is unlikely anytime soon. They said the current focus for both the Centre and …

Mumbai is underwater (again), and so is Cyrus’ will to live — but that doesn’t stop this Cyrus Says AMA episode from turning into full-blown chaos. Joining him are Puneet Pania, who’s grumpier than the weather, and Akash Mehta, whose back pain has nothing to do with age and everything to do with… let’s just say other activities. The trio plunges in…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on May 28. After Nifty's sharp fall yesterday, the GIFT Nifty is indicating a quiet start for Indian markets. Global cues remain positive with US ending on a strong foot overnight and Asian markets also exhibiting healthy trends this morning. Watch …

Anticolonial movements of the 20th century generated audacious ideas of freedom. After decolonization, however, the challenge was to give an institutional form to those radical ideas. Legalizing the Revolution: India and the Constitution of the Postcolony is a new book by the scholar Sandipto Dasgupta which provides an innovative account of how Ind…

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Soumyarendra Barik about Apple’s decision to increase iPhone production in India and the political pushback it has received from the US. Next, we turn to Arunachal Pradesh, where protests have erupted against a hydropower project where we are joined by The Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah to understand the strate…

We have much to be heartened about India’s air power capabilities in the recent India-Pak military escalations. However, this is not a time for complacency, and many challenges lie ahead. In this episode of All Things Policy, Shobhankita Reddy sits down with Aditya Ramanathan, Research Fellow with the Takshashila Institution, to unpack and understa…

India eyes a fighter jet engine partnership with France’s Safran post-Operation Sindoor, as delays hit GE supplies. Tata Sons faces fresh scrutiny over its listing exemption bid, with former CJI U U Lalit weighing in. Novo Nordisk races to launch Wegovy in India’s growing weight-loss market. Plus, a monsoon-led market watch, Assam’s semiconductor p…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Cred’s $75M fundraise at a steep valuation cut, Flipkart’s plan to hire 5,000 people, and Tata Digital’s move from Fort to Parel. We also track Tata’s growing interest in Assam and spotlight Aequs, the aerospace manufacturer from Belagavi working with Boeing and Airbus. Plus, a funding roundup featuring…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sushant Sareen about the myth of the Pakistani liberal. Post Operation Sindoor a lot so-called Pakistani liberals have been exposed.Follow Sushant:X: @sushantsareen#operationsindoor #induswatertreaty #pahalgam #islamism #pakistan #terrorism #kashmir------------------------------------------------------------Liste…

In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Sushant Sareen about the myth of the Pakistani liberal. Post Operation Sindoor a lot so-called Pakistani liberals have been exposed.Follow Sushant:X: @sushantsareen#operationsindoor #induswatertreaty #pahalgam #islamism #pakistan #terrorism #kashmir------------------------------------------------------------Liste…

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express This is the Catch up on 3 Things by the Indian Express and I am Ichha Sharma Today is the 27th of May and here are today’s headlines For the first time, Operation Sindoor — the military strike launched by India earlier this month against terror targets in Pakistan — employed the concept of “red teaming…

Reserve Bank of India is likely to deliver another rate cut—third in a row—in its upcoming June meeting, while the government has provided a tax cut in the Budget, meeting the material conditions for a consumption boost. However, uncertainty is looming, especially with AI taking away jobs and a rejig of global order affecting trade. So, will India’…

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amrita Nayak Dutta about the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan and the situation on the borders. Two weeks into the pause that was agreed upon by both the countries, the Indian Army is considering a rebalancing of troop deployments along the border to prevent any kind of escalation. Amrita shares more…

In this episode of All Things Policy, Prof. Y. Nithiyanandam speaks with Cmde (Dr) Arun Pratap Golaya about the significance of Operation Sindoor and what it reveals about India’s indigenous defence ecosystem. They reflect on the opportunities it presents, the structural challenges startups face, and the need to bridge the gap between research, inn…

The NSE inches closer to resolving its co-location case, clearing a path for its IPO. Meanwhile, Groww gears up with a $300 million pre-IPO round. We also unpack India’s shifting FDI landscape, rising COVID cases, a spiritual tourism boom, and Food Pharmer’s entrepreneurial leap. Tune in

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit preview the IPL playoffs. Follow them:Twitter: @ask0704#ipl2025 #kohli #rcb #rohitsharma #mumbaiindians #BCCI #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket------------------------------------------------------------Listen to the podcasts on:SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/…

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit preview the IPL playoffs. Follow them:Twitter: @ask0704#ipl2025 #kohli #rcb #rohitsharma #mumbaiindians #BCCI #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket------------------------------------------------------------Listen to the podcasts on:SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/…

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at Groww's confidential IPO and its new pre-IPO fundraising plans. We check out a popular influencer-turned-founder, Food Pharmer, who’s now launching his own clean-label protein brand. Plus, we dive into the quick commerce drama as Zepto’s CEO accuses a rival CFO of a smear campaign. And finally, the Ind…

In this powerful and wide-ranging episode of Cyrus Says, Captain Raghu Raman takes us on a journey through the many chapters of his extraordinary life. From the brutal realities of serving in the Indian Army to the extreme conditions at the Siachen Glacier, he offers a rare, unfiltered look at what Indian soldiers endure and whether Siachen is the …

In this hilariously unfiltered AMA episode, Cyrus and Shamik tackle the truly important questions of our time. With the rail budget going up, should we expect trains to finally run on time—or just more confident announcements? They debate what one really needs to survive a 4 km walk to a Guns N’ Roses concert: water, willpower, or a cardboard cutou…

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on May 26 and the remainder of the week. Today, the GIFT Nifty trends are indicating a mildly positive start amidst mixed global cues. US President Donald Trump has delayed 50 percent tariffs on the EU, and we will watch out how auto stocks react to…

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Deeptiman Tiwary about a major encounter in Chhattisgarh in which security forces claimed to have killed top Maoist leader Nambala Keshava Rao, alias Basavaraju. Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Dheeraj Mishra about the Indian Railways’ Amrit Bharat Station Scheme and the rollout of Amrit Bharat Express tr…

How have Chinese analysts and citizen commentators responded to the April 22 terror attack on civilians in Pahalgam, Kashmir, and the subsequent military escalations between India and Pakistan? Given that China is an interested party, a regional power, Pakistan's ally and a threat actor for India, understanding Chinese discourse on these events is …

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta hosts Siddharth Raman, CEO of Sportz Interactive. They dive into the world of sports technology – what the company does and how it has evolved since inception. From powering IPL experiences to decoding the balance between brand collaborations and fan engagement, they explore how this bootstrapped company…