Best HC POD Podcasts (2025)

From arrest of BJP MP Pragya Thakur to agency turf wars and retracted testimonies, 2008 Malegaon blast trial has seen many twists. Special NIA court is set to deliver its verdict.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: India must not retaliate to Trump’s tariff tactic. Secure interim deal, fix internal issues 8:59

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Win-win negotiations are always about give and take, a deft combination of assertion and acquiescence. A mutually acceptable trade deal would do a lot of good to both countries.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: All about hepatitis D, deadly viral hepatitis given a ‘cancer’ tag by WHO 3:01

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Hepatitis D or HDV, which only affects individuals infected with hepatitis B, is associated with a two- to six-fold higher risk of liver cancer compared to hepatitis B alone.By ThePrint

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OpinionPod: No other city is like Gurugram—‘so mismanaged, yet so highly spoken of’ 9:38

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For days now, Gurugram’s society WhatsApp groups and Reddit forums have buzzed with a slow-rising panic. The domestic workers have vanished. The cooks, the nannies, the food delivery executives, the sanitation workers—the invisible army that keeps Gurugram functioning—have fled in terror of the crackdown on “illegal” Bangladeshi immigrants. As kitc…

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ThePrintAM: What’s the significance of NISAR launch? 4:55

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ThePrintPod: India’s draft guidelines on biosimilar drugs can make treatments more accessible, affordable 7:37

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Though India has built a robust domestic biosimilar market, its international presence and the ability to lower prices as compared to small molecule generics remain limited.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Wait time for non-emergency surgeries at AIIMS Delhi can stretch up to 2 yrs—Centre in Rajya Sabha 2:33

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In a written reply to a Parliament query, health ministry cited heavy patient load as the reason, adding that critical & emergency surgeries are being prioritised & conducted without delay.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Three weeks after assault, Pune journalist Sneha Barve gets fresh threats. ‘No real action taken’ 3:56

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Scribe was attacked by a group of men on 4 July while reporting on land grab activity in Nighotwadi village. Accused out on bail & allegedly threatening her with death.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: What are the highlights of PM Modi’s speech on Op Sindoor in Lok Sabha? 5:26

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CutTheClutter POD: Aircraft loss,Op Mahadev,China-Pak fusion & Trump: Takeaways from Rahul Vs Modi debate on Op Sindoor 28:06

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Rahul Gandhi & Priyanka Gandhi Vadra led Opposition’s charge during Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha while PM Modi and Amit Shah fronted govt defence. From Pahalgam attack to China-Pakistan ‘fusion’, Operation Mahadev to Trump’s role & US President’s lunch with Munir— what are the big takeaways from the Op Sindoor debate in Lok Sabha? ThePrint Editor…

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ThePrintPod: No criticism of policies, no self-promotion: Social media rules for Maharashtra govt employees 4:46

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In an order published Monday, general administration dept warns of action under Maharashtra Civil Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules for those found in violation of the rules.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Govt’s earlier FDI limit of 74% in insurance sector has remained underutilised, Parliament told 4:09

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In the latest budget, the FDI limit was increased to 100 percent, but most foreign companies are not buying such large stakes in the Indian insurance sector.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: WHAT IS OPERATION MAHADEV? 3:23

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CutTheClutter POD: Op Sindoor debate: Jaishankar,Rajnath spell out India’s new normal against terror & Pakistan policy 22:19

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CutTheClutter POD: Op Sindoor debate: Jaishankar,Rajnath spell out India’s new normal against terror & Pakistan policyBy ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: COVID-19 pandemic might have aged your brain, even if you weren't infected, finds UK study 5:15

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Even if you weren't infected by COVID-19, just the stress and isolation of living through a pandemic might have aged your brain, according to this new UK study. Watch #ThePrint Scientifix with Akanksha Mishra for more.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Why EPS’ call for anti-DMK alliance meets only rejection and silence 6:23

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Analysts say AIADMK leader losing political dignity by inviting anti-BJP parties. EPS says DMK humiliating its allies, AIADMK will welcome them with red carpet.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: Raj Thackeray's Matoshree visit on Uddhav's birthday a signal for supporters? 3:24

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National Interest Pod: Modi’s Bharat vs Indira’s India: 11-year report card of politics, diplomacy, economy, nationalism 16:24

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As Modi becomes India’s second-longest consecutively serving Prime Minister, we look at how he compares with Mrs Gandhi across four key dimensions. While Indira Gandhi redefined her politics in an ideology (deep-pink socialist) first out of compulsion and then preference, Narendra Modi was born, dyed and seasoned in his (saffron) – Watch this week'…

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ThePrintAM: HOW DOES PM MODI'S MALDIVES VISIT SIGNAL A RESET IN TIES BETWEEN TWO NATIONS? 4:21

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HOW DOES PM MODI'S MALDIVES VISIT SIGNAL A RESET IN TIES BETWEEN TWO NATIONS?By ThePrint

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CutTheClutter: Pakistan woos US while strengthening ties with China post Op Sindoor,& why India is watching closely 14:35

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Asim Munir in Beijing, Ishaq Dar in Washington: Pakistan has returned to its 1971 power play, courting both the United States and China. In episode 1702 of #CutTheClutter Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta discusses the twin trips, Islamabad's geopolitical intentions, and the implications for India's position in South Asia…

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ThePrintAM: What is the India-UK FTA signed during PM Modi's London visit? 5:44

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https://theprint.in/diplomacy/india-signs-fta-with-uk-today-a-look-at-how-domestic-exporters-will-benefit-from-bilateral-deal/2700694/By ThePrint

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CutTheClutter: Why Buddhist Thailand & Cambodia are at war over Hindu temples & heritage across colonial borders 24:04

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The skirmish between Thailand and Cambodia traces its roots to colonial & cluttered borders drawn by the French. Decades-long dispute between the two countries over Hindu temples is at the centre of this dispute. In Episode 1701 of Cut The Clutter ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta explains what happens when colonial borders & sacred sites coll…

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Security Code: Pakistani accomplices, shootouts, sealed chargesheet—how 2006 Mumbai serial blasts case fell apart 14:18

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Following 7/11, five men were sentenced to death, and seven others give life sentences. The Bombay High Court has now acquitted all, pointing to disturbing evidence the police framed innocents in the case. The botched investigation helped the perpetrators get away with murderBy ThePrint

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OpinionPod: Trump’s Ukraine U-turn puts Russia’s trade partners at risk, India is caught in the middle 13:45

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'Across strategic and political circles, there is a broad consensus that India should prioritise its national interest by integrating into global defence production and supply chains,' says Swasti Rao, ThePrint Consulting Editor & Foreign Policy Expert Swasti Rao explains Read this week's column : https://theprint.in/opinion/trumps-ukraine-u-turn-p…

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ThePrintAM: Why has India decided to resume tourist visas for Chinese citizens? 4:24

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CutTheClutter: Dhankhar resignation: 4 hrs,3 impeachment motions before shock exit & PM’s ‘terse’ message for ex-VP 33:01

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The abrupt exit of Jagdeep Dhankhar as Vice President, two years before the end of his tenure, caught both Treasury and Opposition benches by surprise. In Episode 1700 of #CutTheClutter ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta lays out the timeline of events that preceded Dhankhar’s shock resignation, and looks at whether they hold any clues that mig…

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ThePrintPod: Modi govt has learned from past FTAs. Its priority now is building a manufacturing powerhouse 9:17

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Past FTAs failed to yield much benefit because they exposed domestic industries to global competition without strengthening the manufacturing ecosystem.By ThePrint

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History was made. After running a minimum of 10k a day for a whole year, Leon Sweets decided to run the entire length of Jamaica.....in Jamaica (Obviously). This is a story of persaverance! #HCPOD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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GeopoliticsWithSwasti: Fact-checking Japan's jet engine 'offer' to India, US trade deal & Israel's strikes in Syria| Ep24 36:07

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In this edition of Geopolitics with Swasti, ThePrint Consulting Editor Swasti Rao debunks rumours about India buying Japanese jets and why India remains at the SCO. She also explains why Israel bombed Syria and talks about Israel's proxies in West AsiaBy ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Jane Street’s ‘secret’ plan, F&O boom & elusive American who nearly funded an African coup 16:58

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Sebi has allowed the Jane Street Group to restart trading after the firm deposited Rs 4,844 crore in an escrow account to comply with its order. It had on July 3 banned the New York trading firm, accusing it of manipulating the Indian derivatives market. We explain the whole saga and how the F&O segment is booming in India.----more----Read Manasi P…

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ThePrintPod: Can courts set deadline for President’s assent to bills? SC seeks response from Centre 5:08

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This was after Centre, through Rashtrapati Bhavan, sought review of SC’s 8 April ruling in which it held that governors cannot sit over bills passed by state legislatures.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: What is NISAR: First US-India joint satellite to capture Earth in 12 days 5:47

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The first ever US-India joint satellite named NISAR will launch on 30 July. It is expected to be the most powerful earth observation satellite yet, with dual frequencies. Watch #ThePrintVideo with Akanksha Mishra to know more. ----more----Read full article here: https://theprint.in/science/landslides-to-ice-sheet-changes-isro-nasas-nisar-is-the-mos…

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ThePrintPod: More firms, but decline in offers, acceptance rate—Modi govt data on PM Internship Scheme 2nd round 6:16

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The scheme aims to skill youth in tier-2 and tier-3 cities for future employment. The government is yet to release data on how many have actually joined companies in round 2.By ThePrint

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What is NISAR: First US-India joint satellite to capture Earth in 12 days 5:42

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The first ever US-India joint satellite named NISAR will launch on 30 July. It is expected to be the most powerful earth observation satellite yet, with dual frequencies. Watch #ThePrintVideo with Akanksha Mishra to know more.By ThePrint

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What are critical minerals & rare earth elements and why are they significant for India’s growth 6:23

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India has over 8 million tonnes of rare earth element oxides for mining. But what exactly are critical minerals and rare earth elements, how is India poised to produce and acquire them, and what is their significance? Watch Akanksha Mishra explain in #ThePrintVideo.By ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: What does PM Modi’s message for ex-VP Dhankhar suggest? 5:31

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What does PM Modi’s message for ex-VP Dhankhar suggest?By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: What India can learn from Israel about atmanirbharta in defence 10:37

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Israel’s journey toward defence self-reliance was driven by a combination of existential urgency and a national culture of innovation. When Israel was born, it immediately faced a multi-front military conflict. These wars forged a mindset of necessity-driven invention, unlike India, whose military objectives were shaped by the non-alignment philoso…

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Security Code: Can Syria’s tiny Druze minority survive West Asia’s new storms? There’s little hope 11:16

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#SecurityCode For centuries, the Druze—a liminal community, whose faith incorporates elements of Islam, Christianity and older religions—have fought to retain their autonomy, allying with Israel against the Palestinians, the Lebanese Leftists against Hizbollah, and President Bashar Al-Asad’s Alevi-led regime against Sunni jihadists and tribes. Now,…

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ThePrintAM: Why did Bombay HC acquit all 12 convicts in 2006 Mumbai blasts case? 4:13

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Why did Bombay HC acquit all 12 convicts in 2006 Mumbai blasts case?By ThePrint

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PoliticallyCorrect : Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu is dreaming new dreams at 75- Imagination has no age 10:33

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What ex-IAS officer SC Garg says in “No, Minister” about Andhra CM Naidu ‘manoeuvring’ the system in Delhi and what it says about his politics, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh analyses in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect.----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/chandrababu-naidu-ne…

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ThePrintPod: India’s TRP ecosystem needs a reset. Time to end BARC monopoly 7:23

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A ratings monopoly in India has led to lack of technological variation, resulting in sluggish systems detached from market dynamics.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: Once brought in as ‘historic reform’, National Medical Commission is showing same symptoms as predecessor 5:47

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The medical education regulator is embroiled in a row with CBI probing graft allegations reminiscent of MCI era. The ‘scam’ has reignited debates on the body’s functioning.By ThePrint

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ThePrintPod: MP judge approved for HC was previously held back over woman judge’s caste discrimination complaint 7:44

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Aditi Gajendra Sharma has now written to top 5 SC judges including CJI Gavai, expressing concerns about collegium’s move to recommend district judge Rajesh Kumar Gupta for promotion.By ThePrint

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CutTheClutter: China starts construction of world's largest dam on Brahmaputra:What's the project & India's concern 28:31

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#cuttheclutter As China begins construction of the world's largest dam over the Brahmaputra river in Tibet, watch Ep 1585 of #CutTheClutter where ThePrint Editor & Founder Shekhar Gupta explained Beijing's plan, details of the project & India's concerns. He also detailed Brahmaputra's great bend, how it provides the ideal terrain for building a pow…

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ThePrint Explorer: Op Sindoor has shown importance of drones in modern warfare. Robotic wars will be much more bloody 19:51

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ThePrint Explorer: Op Sindoor has shown importance of drones in modern warfare. Robotic wars will be much more bloodyBy ThePrint

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NationalInterest: Strategic partner one day, tactical nightmare the next: India’s learning Trumplomacy the hard way 12:39

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NationalInterest: Strategic partner one day, tactical nightmare the next: India’s learning Trumplomacy the hard wayBy ThePrint

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ThePrintAM: Why has ED arrested former Chhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel’s son? 1:55

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https://theprint.in/india/ed-arrests-bhupesh-baghels-son-in-chhattisgarh-liquor-scam-ex-cm-alleges-conspiracy-by-modi-shah/2694295/By ThePrint

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CutTheClutter: US designates TRF ‘terror organisation’ for Pahalgam attack:Why it’s a blow to Pakistan, & what next 28:06

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#cuttheclutter In Episode 1699 of #CutTheClutter ThePrint Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta breaks down US ban on The Resistance Force (TRF), a front for Lashkar-e-Taiba, after Pahalgam attack; Pakistan’s terror rebranding; and renewed risk of its return to FATF grey list. He also explains why this could trigger a global push against Pakistan, even Chi…

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ThePrintPod: What's behind fresh tensions between DMK & Congress? 5:56

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