Why did the attacks in Pahalgam happen? What took place in the skirmishes after that? What have we learnt about geopolitics and our military preparedness? Pranay Kotasthane and Aditya Ramanathan join Amit Varma in episode 418 of The Seen and the Unseen to try to clear some of the fog of war. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also c…

Why did the attacks in Pahalgam happen? What took place in the skirmishes after that? What have we learnt about geopolitics and our military preparedness? Pranay Kotasthane and Aditya Ramanathan join Amit Varma in episode 418 of The Seen and the Unseen to try to clear some of the fog of war. (FOR FULL LINKED SHOW NOTES, GO TO SEENUNSEEN.IN.) Also c…

In this special episode of NL Hafta, Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, Raman Kirpal, Anand Vardhan and Jayashree Arunachalam catch up on all the letters – over 45 of them – that we’ve received from subscribers. Hafta letters: India-Pakistan, podcast ideas, team feedback, thoughts on patriotism We have a page for subscribers to send letters to our s…

At this point, you’ve probably read 1,001 post-mortem analyses of the India-Pakistan conflict, desperately searching for some new nugget or data point that helps you understand this brief, but intense clash between these two South Asian rivals. In this sea of hot takes, one essay stands out both for its analytical clarity and its wisdom. That piece…

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Chief of the National Political Bureau Manoj C.G. about India's efforts to rally global support for its fight against terrorism originating from Pakistan. He talks about the seven multi-party delegations that will visit various countries to convey India’s message in the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack a…

India recently reported a major increase in its coastline. From 7516 Km in 1970, the length now stands at 11098 Km. The accurate measurement is essential for various aspects, including maritime security and credibility in maritime disputes. In this episode of All Things Policy, Swathi Kalyani, Research Analyst with the Geospatial Programme at the T…

The Indian government’s push to get Apple to deepen its manufacturing ties with India, despite past opposition from Donald Trump. Blackstone leads the race to acquire AGS Health in a deal worth over a billion dollars. RBI’s interest rate pivot has opened a clever arbitrage window for banks to boost treasury income. SEBI’s review of conflict-of-inte…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, the Supreme Court questions India’s lack of crypto regulation while taxing it. Apple doubles down on India manufacturing as local value addition comes into focus. Dell and Nvidia showcase their AI Factory at Dell Tech World, calling AI the new operating system. And back home, Bengaluru’s heavy rains force tech gi…

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 20th of May and here are the headlines. 1. India’s Global Anti-Terror Diplomacy Drive India has launched a major diplomatic outreach, sending seven multi-party delegations to 32 countries to highlight its fight against terrorism, particularly from Pakistani soil…

India and the UK concluded an FTA after close to 3.5 years of negotiations. In this episode of All Things Policy, Suman Joshi talks to Shikha Tomar and Anisree Suresh to understand what it means for both countries. The PGP is a comprehensive 48-week hybrid programme tailored for those aiming to delve deep into the theoretical and practical aspects …

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Vidheesha Kuntamala about the arrest of Ashoka University professor Ali Khan Mahmudabad over comments allegedly disparaging women officers in the Indian armed forces. Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Dheeraj Mishra about a new high-speed highway approved to connect Shillong and Silchar, offering an alterna…

In today’s Editor’s Picks: SEBI’s cautious stance on Hinduja Group’s Invesco acquisition amid IndusInd Bank probes, and why India’s smartphone sales may dip in 2025, except for Apple. Plus stories on a brewing leadership crisis, defence stocks rallying post-Operation Sindoor, Andhra Pradesh’s liquor probe, the surprising economic might of bananas, …

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit talk about the retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. They discuss their legacy and also talk about the breaking news about India deciding to pull Out Of 2025 Men's Asia Cup.Follow them:Twitter: @ask0704#ipl2025 #kohli #rcb #rohitsharma #mumbaiindians #BCCI #AsiaCup #PakistanCricket----------------------------…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we dive into the silent churn in India’s venture capital scene as mid-level VCs quietly switch firms. Next, we look at how NIXI is strengthening India’s digital backbone amid rising cyber threats. Plus, Apple bucks the smartphone slowdown with rising iPhone sales, Uber hops on ONDC for Delhi Metro bookings, and B…

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 19th of May and here are the headlines. 1. Supreme Court Rejects Minister’s Apology Over Remarks on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi The Supreme Court on Monday rejected Madhya Pradesh Minister Vijay Shah’s apology over offensive remarks allegedly directed at Colonel Sofi…

How is AI disrupting RPSG group? The challenge of leading a legacy business and the thrill of building in today’s India. Shashwat Goenka of RPSG group on leadership, AI and the future.

On this episode of Cyrus Says, the hilarious Kumar Varun joins Cyrus for a wild ride through comedy, football fandom, unexpected royalty news, and revolutionary ancestry. From writing jokes, to AIB, to acting & to watching Liverpool live with Rahul Subramanian, KV shares it all—including run-ins with Jurgen Klopp, Mac Allister, and Virgil van Dijk!…

On this episode of Cyrus Says, the hilarious Kumar Varun joins Cyrus for a wild ride through comedy, football fandom, unexpected royalty news, and revolutionary ancestry. From writing jokes, to AIB, to acting & to watching Liverpool live with Rahul Subramanian, KV shares it all—including run-ins with Jurgen Klopp, Mac Allister, and Virgil van Dijk!…

Join Colonel Vikrant Shinde and Arindam Goswami in this episode of All Things Policy, where we dive into one of the most transformative developments in modern warfare and aviation: the rise of unmanned aerial systems. Vikrant, a Research Fellow at Takshashila, is working on a research paper on this very subject, which will be out very soon. From th…

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about the domestic defence technology used in Operation Sindoor. He talks about the role played by these indigenously created technologies and how they helped make the operation a success. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Parthasarthi Biswas about the 3 fold challenge being faced by Maharashtr…

In this episode of Paisa Vaisa, Anupam Gupta hosts Manish Gunwani, Head of Equity at Bandhan AMC. They discuss the impact of India-Pakistan tensions on markets, India’s zero-deficit goal, and the manufacturing boom ahead. Manish shares his career journey, insights on Bandhan AMC’s products, views on interest rates, and the rising role of AI in inve…

In this episode of Editorial, Mr. Sujit Nair discusses U.S. President Donald Trump telling Apple CEO Tim Cook to build Apple products in the U.S. instead of India. Mr. Nair sheds light on what Apple could do next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy HW News Network

This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, and Anand Vardhan are joined by The Hindu’s Dinakar Peri, who covers defense and strategic affairs. The episode opens with a discussion on the India-Pakistan military escalation, focusing on both the media narrative and strategic implications of the recent strikes. Critiquing India…

In today’s episode, major takeaways from the Powering Bharat Summit — from India’s hypersonic missile breakthrough and battle-tested drones to fresh water diplomacy and a hard line on Pakistan-bound exports. Plus, insights on the booming India AI Mission, the coding comeback among tech founders, and a muted FY26 outlook for Piramal Pharma. Also on …

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Zomato and Swiggy scrapping free delivery during rains for premium users, why India’s top SaaS founders are getting hands-on with AI coding, and TCS’s AI global head Ashok Krish reveals how AI is reshaping software and content creation. Plus, a deep dive into India’s cyber defense during border tensions…

Asserting that no place in Pakistan remained safe for terrorists, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday told soldiers at the Adampur air base in Punjab that India’s drones, and missiles gave sleepless nights to Pakistan. His speech came a day after his first public address since India launched Operation Sindoor. PM Modi also reiterated the new 3-…

In this episode of Editorial, Mr. Sujit Nair sheds light on how, since 1947, India has always managed to make Pakistan give in. From ceasefires to agreements, India has made sure Pakistan is left with no choice but to accept India’s terms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

In this episode we answer a question which a lot of buyers face when buying an iPad — can it replace a Mac?

Bharat’s underserved communities face unique social challenges that require innovative, scalable solutions. In this episode, Aakanksha Gulati, CEO at ACT Capital Foundation, delves into how venture philanthropy can help mission-aligned social entrepreneurs leverage cutting-edge technology to create social impact at scale. She discusses the signific…

Mutual Funds are often seen as the McDonalds of the investment world. They are ubiquitous and convenient, and yet, they are seen to lack the prestige of a fine dining experience aka Private Equity et al. In this episode, we take on the big question: Are mutual funds only for the salaried middle class, or is there a bigger story here? Deepak and Shr…

Mutual Funds are often seen as the McDonalds of the investment world. They are ubiquitous and convenient, and yet, they are seen to lack the prestige of a fine dining experience aka Private Equity et al. In this episode, we take on the big question: Are mutual funds only for the salaried middle class, or is there a bigger story here? Deepak and Shr…

This episode, the chaos begins with names—Jim Sarbh explains the minimal effort behind his naming, while Amit Sadh reveals how his was the first thing that must’ve popped into his parents' heads. From there, it’s a deep dive into their backgrounds—Jim’s posh Mumbai schooling and expat education, and Amit’s roots in Lucknow and a couple other places…

This episode, the chaos begins with names—Jim Sarbh explains the minimal effort behind his naming, while Amit Sadh reveals how his was the first thing that must’ve popped into his parents' heads. From there, it’s a deep dive into their backgrounds—Jim’s posh Mumbai schooling and expat education, and Amit’s roots in Lucknow and a couple other places…

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt about the growing concerns around autism research and treatment in the US and how this rhetoric might affect other countries, including India. Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Pavneet Singh Chadha about a new fact-finding report on the recent Goa temple stampede that killed six and injured over…

In this episode of All Things Policy, Rijesh Panicker, Bharath Reddy, and Ashwin Prasad discuss the strategic future of humanity with AI, based on the Superintelligence strategy paper. What will the future with AI look like? When might AI achieve critically dangerous capabilities? If one country's AI project threatens global stability, should rival…

Apple’s bold India move amid Trump’s warning, India’s security clearance revocation for Turkey’s Celebi, and SEBI’s multiple investigations, from IndusInd Bank to Yes Bank and Jane Street. Also in focus: travel platforms face heat over Turkey and Baku flights, Infosys trims bonus payouts, and India tightens cybercrime enforcement. We close with a s…

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode Donald Trump’s message to Apple CEO Tim Cook: don’t build in India unless it’s for India. We also break down IKF Finance’s massive $175 million fundraise led by Norwest, and what it means for India’s MSME lending. Plus, Infosys slashes bonus payouts amid tough macros, and a surge in cancellations as Ind…

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 15th of May and here are the headlines. President Droupadi Murmu has sought the Supreme Court’s opinion under Article 143(1) on whether timelines can be legally imposed on the President and Governors for acting on state Bills. This comes after the Court, in Apri…

पिछले कुछ दिनों से भारत और पाकिस्तान के बीच हो रहे टकराव को आप सभी ने देखा ही होगा। इससे जुड़ी खबरें और अफवाहों से भी हम सभी वाकिफ हैं। ऐसे माहौल में क्यों न इस विषय को थोड़ी शांति से और अकादमिक दृष्टिकोण से देखा जाए? आज हमारे साथ पुलियाबाज़ी पर जुड़ रहे हैं अतुल मिश्रा, जो शिव नादर इंस्टिट्यूट ऑफ एमिनेंस में इंटरनैशनल रिलेशन्स के प्रोफेसर हैं। उनकी …

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Udit Misra about the IMF’s recent decision to release $1 billion to Pakistan amid ongoing India–Pakistan tensions and why this move has raised concerns. Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Arun Sharma about a new threat faced by residents of Jammu and Kashmir’s border villages, unexploded munitions, and what …

This episode will take a closer look at India’s mechanism to release prisoners, particularly in light of the reality of prison overcrowding and the significant number of people in jail awaiting completion of their trials. According to a Supreme Court estimate, India has over 5.7 lakh prisoners confined in various jails across the country, of which …

From India’s tech-led dominance in Operation Sindoor, growing calls to boycott Turkey and Azerbaijan over their support to Pakistan, and a sharp drop in Indian travel bookings to the two nations. We also spotlight a major stride towards semiconductor self-reliance, rising deal activity in healthcare, and Andhra Pradesh’s green energy surge. Plus, I…

In this podcast, Kushal and Tushar discuss the road ahead for India post Operation Sindoor. How does India prepare in terms of defense expenditure and the economic strategy going forward?Follow Tushar:X: @Tushar15_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAtomChannelYT/featured#operationsindoor #induswatertreaty #pahalgam #islamism #pakistan #terrorism …

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 14th of May and here are the headlines. BSF jawan Poornam Kumar Shaw, who accidentally crossed into Pakistan during a patrol on April 23 near Punjab’s Ferozepur sector, was handed back to India on Wednesday morning via the Attari Joint Check Post. A resident of …