The Cārvāka Podcast is a series of long-form conversations hosted by Kushal Mehra. The podcast covers a wide range of subjects where Kushal speaks with a wide range of guests to talk about sports, philosophy, public policy, current affairs, history, economics, etc.
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Harsh Madhusudhan Gupta about the impact of the GST reforms. The Diwali sales figures indicate an uptick in sales across India. ut are these reforms good enough? What else does the government need to do to ensure double digit growth in India?Follow Harsh:X: @harshmadhusudan#gstrates #trumptariffs #donaldtrump #in…
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Harsh Madhusudhan Gupta about the impact of the GST reforms. The Diwali sales figures indicate an uptick in sales across India. ut are these reforms good enough? What else does the government need to do to ensure double digit growth in India?Follow Harsh:X: @harshmadhusudan#gstrates #trumptariffs #donaldtrump #in…
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4869: Govt tightens IT Rules on deepfakes; Diwali, GST cuts fuel UPI spike in Oct; Zoho to take on PhonePe and Google Pay with new payments app | MC Tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol we bring you the top stories shaping India’s tech and startup ecosystem. The government proposes stricter IT Rules to regulate deepfakes, ensuring clear labeling and transparency. UPI transactions surge this October, fueled by Diwali shopping and GST cuts. Zoho prepares to launch Zoho Pay, aiming to compete with G…
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A Sixth of Humanity: Independent India's Development Odyssey is a landmark new book by the scholars Devesh Kapur and Arvind Subramanian. The book is an audacious attempt to trace how India—uniquely and daringly—attempted four concurrent transformations—building a state, creating an economy, changing society, and forging a sense of nationhood under …
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First, The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry discusses one of the most significant turning points in India’s decades long fight against left wing extremism. Next, The Indian Express' Mihir Vasavda talks about India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and what that means for its Olympic ambitions. (12:25) In the end, we also take a look at why Karnataka…
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As China tightens its grip on battery technology through new export controls and files a WTO complaint against India’s subsidies for EV and battery manufacturing, competition for green tech in the global market is intensifying. In this episode, Bhumika Sevkani and Anushka Saxena from the Takshashila Institution, unpack the mixed signals by China on…
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Every day it is a new astounding figure. Investments in AI by major companies in the US, China and Europe are running into billions. And they are only increasing. According to an estimate by Gartner, global AI spending will total about 1.5 trillion dollars in 2025. Are we heading into yet another tech bubble that will soon burst? Is it like the dot…
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Was Taj Mahal A Hindu Temple Or A Marble Mausoleum?
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Aabhas Maldahiyar about Taj Mahal. Was Taj Mahal a Hindu Temple? Is Tejo Mahalaya real? Or was it a symbol of love built by Shahjahan? Was it built on another structure?Follow Aabhas:X: @Aabhas24Book: https://amzn.in/d/fhpmWT1#tajmahal #tejomahalaya #shahjahan #mumtazbehum #hindutva #islamism #mughals -----------…
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Aabhas Maldahiyar about Taj Mahal. Was Taj Mahal a Hindu Temple? Is Tejo Mahalaya real? Or was it a symbol of love built by Shahjahan? Was it built on another structure?Follow Aabhas:X: @Aabhas24Book: https://amzn.in/d/fhpmWT1#tajmahal #tejomahalaya #shahjahan #mumtazbehum #hindutva #islamism #mughals -----------…
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During the festive season, people across the country come together to celebrate, with food—sweet, savory, and deep-fried—often taking center stage. While these treats are fine in moderation, we often indulge more than we should. But how much is too much, and are there ways to make our celebrations healthier? To explore these questions, we speak to …
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He wrote the definitive history of Indian wrestling. His longform reportage has taken him into strange territories. He embedded himself with the Delhi police and has now come out with his first crime novel. Rudraneil Sengupta joins Amit Varma in episode 429 of The Seen and the Unseen to talk about he throws himself into both his life and his work. …
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15,000 Crores in Wasted Points: Turn Your Loyalty Rewards into Social Good | Points For Good Startup Story - Paisa Vaisa with Anupam Gupta
In this special festive episode of Paisa Vaisa, host Anupam Gupta sits down with Brian Almeida, founder of Points For Good, a revolutionary platform changing the face of individual giving in India. Did you know there are an estimated ₹15,000 crores worth of reward points lying unutilized in Indian wallets? Brian reveals how his platform converts yo…
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Acclaimed filmmaker Sudhir Mishra joins Cyrus Broacha for a candid, hilarious, and deeply nostalgic chat about his journey through Indian cinema. From sneaking into NSD classes without admission to co-writing Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Sudhir recounts his early days with legends like Kundan Shah, Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, and Saeed Mirza — and the chaoti…
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Pakistan Afghanistan Ceasefire | Pakistani Military Attacking POJK Citizens
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tahr Gora about the recent ceasefire declaration by Afghanistan and Pakistan where Afghan government spokesperson Zabehulah said "At the request and insistence of the Pakistani side, a ceasefire will be implemented between the two countries starting this evening (Oct 15th) after 5:30 PM". They also talk about bru…
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Tahr Gora about the recent ceasefire declaration by Afghanistan and Pakistan where Afghan government spokesperson Zabehulah said "At the request and insistence of the Pakistani side, a ceasefire will be implemented between the two countries starting this evening (Oct 15th) after 5:30 PM". They also talk about bru…
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This week on Hafta, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, Jayashree Arunachalam and Shardool Katyayan are joined by Suhasini Haidar, Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Hindu, and Dr Khinvraj Jangid, director and professor at the Centre for Israel Studies at OP Jindal Global University. Abhinandan asks Suhasini whether it was “embarrassing” …
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The Catch Up: SC allows 'green firecrackers', Bihar polls candidate list, and more (17 Oct) - 3 Things
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Traditionally, central banks hold different assets such as US Treasuries, gold, and foreign currencies. For many years, US Treasuries have enjoyed a strong position as a major part of these reserves. This trend is now shifting in a big way, and gold has started to play a much bigger role wherein it recently surpassed the Euro to become the second-l…
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As part of our ongoing collaboration with Central Square Foundation, we are excited to bring to you the fourth episode of our five part series where we talk about the evolving landscape of AI in Education. The National Education Policy 2020 marks a bold shift in how we think about technology in learning. It envisions a future where students build n…
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India Canada Try To Reset Ties | Anita Anand Visits India As Khalistanis Get Very Angry
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In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Josh Udall from the Elev podcast about the recent visit to India of Foreign Minister Anita Anand where Canada and India are officially attempting to reset ties after the fiasco last year under Justin Trudeau. They discuss the Khalistani response to the visit where they have started hurling all sorts of accusation…
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India Canada Try To Reset Ties | Anita Anand Visits India As Khalistanis Get Very Angry - The Cārvāka Podcast
In this podcast, Kushal speaks with Josh Udall from the Elev podcast about the recent visit to India of Foreign Minister Anita Anand where Canada and India are officially attempting to reset ties after the fiasco last year under Justin Trudeau. They discuss the Khalistani response to the visit where they have started hurling all sorts of accusation…
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First, The Indian Express' Sophiya Mathew talks about the Supreme Court's partial lift on the years long ban on firecrackers while allowing green variants on a trial basis in one of the world's most polluted cities. Next, we are joined by The Indian Express' anonna Dutt to discuss the Nobel prize winning discovery that redefined our understanding o…
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This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus Broacha is joined by creator–comedian Pulkit Kochar, the man behind viral Bollywood trivia reels and the most meta jokes on Instagram. Pulkit opens up about: His small-town journey from Jaito near Bathinda to working with East India Comedy, Pocket Aces, and Netflix Making memes for a living and why he left a stead…
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4868: Vedanta’s fundraising, EPFO's dues recovery task force & FIIs return to India | MC Editor's Picks - Moneycontrol Podcast
Vedanta is pursuing a deal to acquire Jaiprakash Associates Ltd, the investigation into the IndusInd Bank fraud case has taken a new turn, EPFO is stepping up its enforcement drive and FIIs are finally making a quiet comeback. Also find our reports on India’s progress on trade pacts and the country’s first Household Income survey in 5 decades, amon…
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4867: Infosys, Wipro deliver a mixed bag in Q2; Zomato-parent Eternal's profit dips while revenue soars and Ola Electric foryas into energy storage market - Moneycontrol Podcast
In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech updates. Infosys posts strong Q2 numbers while Wipro’s growth remains steady. Zomato-parent Eternal sees revenue surge but profit dips, with Blinkit driving rapid expansion. Ola Electric launches Ola Shakti, entering the battery energy storage market as part of its diversific…
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What do DreamFolks, Dream11, JSW Steel, and Donald Trump’s H-1B visa policy all have in common? Each shows how unexpected risks can reshape markets and investments overnight. Deepak Shenoy and Shray Chandra break down 5 types of risk you never saw coming from business model collapse and legal shocks to regulation, policy changes, and passive invest…
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In this episode of 'All Things Policy', Shobhankita Reddy speaks to Anushka Saxena on China's latest export restrictions on rare earth elements and magnets, and what it says about China's perception of leverage in its technological competition with the US. They also dive deep into the context of China's rare earth supply chain dominance, and whethe…
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अमेरिका और चीन के सामने भारत के पत्ते? How Should India Negotiate with the US and China? - Puliyabaazi Hindi Podcast पुलियाबाज़ी हिन्दी पॉडकास्ट
व्यापार टैरिफ को लेकर अमेरिका और चीन के बीच गहमा गहमी जारी है। इसी बीच अमरीका ने भारत से आने वाले सामान पर 50% टैरिफ लगा दिया। चीन ने तो पहले से ही भारत पर कई महत्वपूर्ण उत्पादों पर एक्सपोर्ट बैन लगाया हुआ था। तो इस खेल में भारत क्या पत्ते खेल सकता है? किन मुद्दों पर भारत अपनी बड़ी मार्केट के बल पर नेगोशिएट कर सकता है? इसी पर आज की पुलियाबाज़ी। We di…
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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about China's recent announcement regarding cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by 7 to 10 per cent by 2035 from its peak levels. He shares the significance of this announcement and what it means for the global fight against climate change. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Arun Sharma about a…
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4866: Govt plans to merge small lenders with big banks; Emirates NBD to acquire 51% stake in RBL Bank; RBI boosts gold reserves | MC Editor's Picks - Moneycontrol Podcast
The Centre is planning to merge smaller public sector banks with larger banks such as Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, and SBI by FY27. Emirates NBD’s India unit is likely to acquire a 51% stake in RBL Bank. Only about 20% of stocks are cheap today, and even that comes with legitimate concerns, as 50-60% of stocks trade in an overvalued zone, …
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In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit review the recently concluded test series where India beat West Indies 2-0. They preview the upcoming white ball tour of the Indian team to Australia and the ongoing 50-over women's World Cup.Follow them:X: @ask0704#teamindia #indiavswestindies #womensworldcup2025 #indiavsaustralia ---------------------------------…
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In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit review the recently concluded test series where India beat West Indies 2-0. They preview the upcoming white ball tour of the Indian team to Australia and the ongoing 50-over women's World Cup.Follow them:X: @ask0704#teamindia #indiavswestindies #womensworldcup2025 #indiavsaustralia ---------------------------------…
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4865: CoinDCX gets a funding boost from Coinbase, Logistics firms are bracing for Diwali rush and a new credit rating agency enters the ring | MC Tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Coinbase makes a fresh bet on CoinDCX at a $2.45 billion valuation, eyeing India and the Middle East as the next crypto frontier. Logistics firms race against the festive clock as Diwali deliveries go into overdrive. India to get a new credit rating agency after nearly a decade, shaking up the scorecard. And Payt…
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In this episode of All Things Policy podcast, Swathi Kalyani is in conversation with Abhishek Kadiyala to discuss the ongoing U.S. government shutdown. A U.S. government shutdown occurs when the Congress fails to pass appropriation bills that allocate funding to various government agencies before October 1 each year. This year, the shutdown has res…
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Justice Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud was the fiftieth chief justice of India. An alumnus of Harvard Law School, he served as additional solicitor general of India. He was appointed as a judge of the Bombay High Court in 2000 and became the chief justice of the Allahabad High Court in 2013. In 2016, he was elevated to the Supreme Court of India, …
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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about the seat sharing arrangement within the National Democratic Alliance for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections. He shares the number of seats that each party has gotten and the significance that it holds. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the Karnataka state cabinet a…
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Arjun Mathur & Anshuman Jha Talk ‘Lord Curzon Ki Haveli’, Intimacy & Independent Filmmaking | Cyrus Says - Cyrus Says
Actors Arjun Mathur (Made in Heaven) and Anshuman Jha (Mastram, Lakadbaggha) join Cyrus Broacha for a hilarious, thought-provoking chat about their new film Lord Curzon Ki Haveli — a dark comedy thriller that bends genres and expectations. They talk about working together, the madness of making a “locked-room” film, the role of intimate direction i…
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4864: LG’s blockbuster debut, Google’s big Andhra bet, and a festive market buzz | MC Editor's Picks - Moneycontrol Podcast
LG Electronics India made a stunning stock market debut with a 50% premium — the best since Zomato’s 2021 listing — while Andhra Pradesh pulled off a major win by securing Google’s $10 billion data centre investment in Visakhapatnam through deft policy moves. Meanwhile, Piramal Finance and KKR are exploring exits from their insurance investments, t…
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4863: Google’s $15 bn AI hub in Vizag, Govt’s quick-commerce price watch and Lenskart’s $10 bn IPO buzz | MC tech3 - Moneycontrol Podcast
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, get the latest from India’s tech and startup world. Google plans a $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, creating over one lakh jobs and strengthening India’s AI infrastructure. The government is tracking GST price cuts in real-time using quick-commerce platforms, ensuring festive savings reach shoppers. Meanwhile…
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India's gross expenditure on research and development (GERD) is approximately 0.6%- 0.7% of its GDP and has remained relatively stagnant over the last 20 years. Its relatively low R&D spending contributes to India's lag in innovation and adoption of advanced technologies, which in turn slows technological adoption and weakens its global competitive…
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First, The Indian Express' Udit Misra talks about the Indian economy and why many experts are surprised by the fact that it appears to be doing well. Next, we are joined by The Indian Express' Saman Hussian who explains how a man allegedly killed his entire immediate family for the payout from their insurance policies, and why this may not be an is…
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4862: Pegatron’s India push, IPO pipeline grows, and a breath of fresh air for Delhi - Moneycontrol Podcast
Shapoorji Pallonji Group scrambles to repay $1.2 billion in debt, India’s IPO pipeline grows with Orkla India eyeing a billion-dollar listing, Pegatron expands its India footprint, the government weighs big insurance reforms, and Delhi records its cleanest October air in nearly a decade. All this and more in today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s…
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4861: Zoho's Sridhar Vembu on Swadeshi tech and why GCCs must register IP in India; MeitY Secretary on India’s tech future; Foxconn's Rs 15,000 cr investment in Tamil Nadu - Moneycontrol Podcast
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Interview with Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu who talks about India’s Swadeshi tech movement, the importance of registering IP locally, and Zoho’s efficient approach to AI development. They also cover MEITY Secretary S. Krishnan’s vision for India as a global product nation and Foxconn’s massive Rs 15,000 crore inves…
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