Best Indian Reforms Podcasts (2025)

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Mexico’s Constitutional Reforms Expand State & Cartel Violence Against Indigenous Peoples 58:35

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Today on American Indian Airwaves (AIA), our guest provides an extensive update on Mexico’s recent Constitutional reforms between June and July 2025, the February 2025 threat of the Trump Administration listing certain Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations and possibly US military intervention, and how the new Constitutional reforms ac…

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Brooklyn Prepares for J’Ouvert and West Indian Day Parade Amid Safety Concerns 7:47

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Brooklyn is preparing for J’Ouvert and the West Indian Day Parade, celebrations that draw huge crowds. But they have also been marred by violence in recent years. After a mass shooting in Crown Heights earlier this month, the city is relying on violence prevention groups and the NYPD to keep the events safe. WNYC’s Ben Feuerherd joins us to explain…

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4785: Gaurav Kushwaha on BlueStone pitch deck, cracking a trust-first category & turning design into moat 39:53

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In 2011, BlueStone didn’t have stores, customers, or even a website. But it had a pitch and a founder who understood how India shops. Tune into the latest episode of PitchCraft Season 2, and learn what set BlueStone’s pitch deck apart from the rest. Special guests Gaurav Singh Kushwaha, Founder of BlueStone, and early investor, Prashant Prakash of …

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Evening Roundup: Legionnaires' Outbreak Persists, the Story of a Katrina Survivor in New Jersey, and a Taste of Summer Foods. 10:04

2d ago10:04

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A 7th person has died in Central Harlem's ongoing outbreak of Legionnaires' disease. Plus, a federal judge has extended a temporary order requiring U-S Immigration and Customs Enforcement holding rooms in New York City to meet certain conditions. And finally, the story of a Katrina survivor who made a home in New Jersey.…

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Midday News: Violence Prevention Teams to Patrol J’Ouvert and Parade, AirTrain to JFK Half Off Through Labor Day, and Feds Seek Penn Station Designs While City Tests Self-Driving Cars 11:53

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More than 200 violence prevention workers will be in Brooklyn this weekend to help keep residents safe during the West Indian Day Parade and J’Ouvert festival. Meanwhile, the Port Authority is cutting AirTrain fares to JFK through Labor Day to ease congestion during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Plus, on this week’s transit segmen…

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4784: Mukesh Ambani unveils Reliance Intelligence, Fintechs seek more time to unwind gaming ops, Elevation’s $400M fund, AI agents reshape SaaS 5:42

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the key meeting between fintechs, banks, and regulators on India’s new online gaming law, where firms sought more time for refunds and chargebacks, while banks pushed for clarity on current accounts. Next, we dive into Reliance’s big AI play with the launch of Reliance Intelligence, backed by Google and…

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Morning Headlines: Mayor Adams to Send 1,000 More Officers to Bronx After Recent Shootings, Sharpton Leads Wall Street March for DEI, and Underpaid Precinct Renovation Workers Win $850,000 Settlement 3:11

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Mayor Eric Adams says he will deploy 1,000 additional police officers to the Bronx following a series of recent shootings. Meanwhile, the Reverend Al Sharpton led hundreds in a march on Wall Street to protest the Trump administration’s effort to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Plus, nearly two dozen workers who renovated NYP…

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4783: Intergenerational Philanthropy in Action | Anupama and Sumana Dalmia | Seekho Sikhao Foundation 24:08

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In this episode, we explore how intergenerational leadership shapes family philanthropy through the story of the Seekho Sikho Foundation. Anupama and Sumana, a mother–daughter duo, share how deep-rooted values and clarity of vision guide their decisions, while fresh perspectives bring new energy and strengthen their work. Together, they share how c…

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4782: Nifty eyes a comeback session after Thursday’s bruising selloff; RIL AGM & Q1 GDP in focus | MC Market Minutes 7:29

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The GIFT Nifty signals a strong gap-up start for Dalal Street, coming a day after the Nifty slipped below key support levels in a bruising selloff that saw the index end the August F&O series with a 500-point cut. The overhang of Trump’s 50% tariff storm continued to weigh on sentiment, while heavy FII outflows and broad-based sectoral weakness hav…

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4781: Flipkart, Amazon delay festive sale & Govt’s rescue plan for small biz hit by Trump tariffs | MC Editor's picks 3:53

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In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, read about: a support package plan for small businesses hit by Trump’s tariffs, India’s hunt for alternative markets for diamond and jewellery, why Flipkart and Amazon are holding back on festive season sale, and a crucial meeting between online real money gaming companies, government officials and fi…

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Evening Roundup: Report Finds Bronx has the Most Ghost Plates in NYC , Unicycle Festival Kicks Off, Inequality in Brooklyn, and Troubles on Interstate-80 10:01

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A new City Council report finds the borough with the most ghost plates is the Bronx. The illegal plates are tied to speeding vehicles that break traffic laws. The 16th annual Unicycle Festival comes to the city. A new report highlights the inequalities between Brooklyn neighborhoods when it comes to parks, transit and schools. And finally, WNYC’s M…

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Midday News: Probe Finds Ghost Plates Are Widespread in Bronx, New Report Highlights Brooklyn Inequities, and Hochul Rejects Trump National Guard Offer 10:54

3d ago10:54

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A City Council investigation says the Bronx has the highest concentration of illegal out-of-state license plates used to evade tolls and fines, with one in five sampled vehicles citywide showing fraudulent or missing plates. Meanwhile, Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has released a report underscoring sharp disparities across neighborhoo…

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4780: Rapido’s $200 mn funding ride with Prosus, Inside Wipro’s $375M Harman deal and Amazon & Flipkart await GST clarity | MC Tech3 8:45

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Prosus-backed Rapido races ahead with a $200 million round that doubles its valuation in just eight months. Wipro takes a bold $375 million gamble with its Harman acquisition, testing its integration strategy. Meanwhile, Amazon and Flipkart brace for festive sales amid GST uncertainty. The government meets with b…

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Morning Headlines: Mayor Adams Orders NYPD Mobilization in Bronx After Shootings, Off-Duty Officer Killed in Brooklyn-Queens Expressway Hit-and-Run, and Port Authority Warns of Record Labor Day Travel 3:05

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Mayor Eric Adams says the NYPD will launch a full mobilization plan in the Bronx after a string of shootings left three people dead and two others injured this week. Meanwhile, police say an off-duty officer was killed in a hit-and-run on the Brooklyn-Queens Expressway when the driver of a box truck struck his motorcycle and fled the scene Wednesda…

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4779: 50% US tariff storm & F&O expiry likely to fuel more anxiety on Dalal Street | MC Market Minutes 8:31

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Dalal Street braces for heightened volatility as the 50% US tariff storm collides with the monthly F&O expiry. The Nifty slipped below 24,750 in Monday’s session, with broad-based selling dragging mid and smallcaps nearly 2% lower. Pharma stocks came under heavy pressure after Trump pushed for steep drug price cuts, while FMCG counters held firm on…

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4778: Trump tariffs: Next-gen reforms, new markets & other fiscal steps for India to soften impact | MC Editor's Picks 3:27

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Deep dive into ways India is preparing to combat Trump’s punishing 50% tariffs - from exploring new markets, to taking prudent fiscal measures, and setting off a wave of next generation reforms that can truly unlock India’s economic growth potential. Tune in to Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks for all this and more headlines from the day.…

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Evening Roundup: Opposers Say No to Waymo, Judges Appoint a U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District, Bronx Site Eyed for Affordable Housing, and Immigrants Jump Hurdles to Build Digital Skills 9:52

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A street advocacy group is calling on the city to revoke approval for a pilot program that'll allow a self-driving taxi company to test out their cars in Manhattan and Brooklyn. Plus, federal judges have formally appointed Joseph Nocella Jr. as U.S. attorney for New York's Eastern District. Meanwhile, a nonprofit housing group wants to build an aff…

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Midday News: President Trump's Order Targets Bail Reform Funding, Fans Face High Prices at US Open, and DiNapoli Faces Primary Challenge for Comptroller 8:59

4d ago8:59

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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that could withhold federal resources from states with cashless bail policies, potentially affecting billions in funding for New York. Meanwhile, fans at the US Open in Flushing are paying steep prices for tickets and concessions, with some ground passes reselling for more than $300. Plus, State …

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Morning Headlines: NYPD Officer Found Guilty of Assault, NY Liberty Star Jonquel Jones to Appear at Brooklyn Public Library 2:53

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A Manhattan judge has found an NYPD officer guilty of assault and official misconduct for pepper spraying a man who was already handcuffed. Meanwhile, Liberty star Jonquel Jones is joining the Brooklyn Public Library for a children’s storytime Wednesday afternoon in Crown Heights.By WNYC

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4777: Trump’s tariff fallout, Vodafone’s turnaround plan, Dream 11 resists layoffs, India's green mobility boost & more 4:40

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With Trump tariffs kicking in from Wednesday, we take a close look at the exports at risk, the sectors fearing job losses and how the markets are faring. Also find our piece on the options on the table for the GST council as India embarks on a mission to rationalise indirect tax rates. And days after the blow to real money gaming firms, find out ho…

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Evening Roundup: Gov. Hochul Reveals National Guard Talks with President Trump, AG Files Brief Opposing ICE Courthouse Arrests, Animal Shelters Back to Accepting Pet Surrenders, and Understanding High ... 7:51

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Governor Kathy Hochul says she told President Trump, New York doesn’t need him to send National Guard troops. Plus, New York Attorney General Letitia James is asking a federal court to stop immigration officers from arresting people at federal immigration courts. Also, New York City animal shelters are once again accepting surrendered pets. And fin…

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Midday News: Harlem Legionnaires' Outbreak Slows, Police Hunt Brooklyn Jewelry Thieves, and Springsteen’s Born to Run Turns 50 7:13

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New York City’s deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak in Harlem appears to be waning with no new fatalities reported since Friday. Meanwhile, police are searching for two men who posed as NYCHA workers and stole more than $200,000 in jewelry and cash from a Brooklyn woman. Plus, Bruce Springsteen’s Born to Run marks its 50th anniversary, and Eileen Chapman…

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4776: Real money gaming ban hits PhonePe, Razorpay, Big tech expands in India despite Trump's tariffs, Dhan's parent launches Finance AI model Fuzz 7:22

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at the ripple effects of India’s real-money gaming ban, which has hit payment firms like Razorpay, PhonePe, Cashfree, and Easebuzz. We then dive into why Big Tech, from Google to OpenAI, is doubling down on India despite US trade tensions. Next, we unpack Raise Financial’s new finance-focused AI model Fuz…

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Morning Headlines: President Trump Threatens to Withhold Funds From States Over Bail Rollbacks, MTA Holds Public Fare Hearings, and Breanna Stewart Returns to Liberty Lineup 3:00

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President Trump is threatening to cut funding to states that rolled back cash bail, including New York. Meanwhile, the MTA is holding in person hearings for riders to weigh in on fare changes. Plus, Breanna Stewart returned to the Liberty lineup after a month-long injury, scoring 19 points in an 81–79 win over the Connecticut Sun.…

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4775: Nifty likely to move sideways as August 27 tariff deadline looms; Time to nibble into paper stocks? | Market Minutes 9:43

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The Nifty continued to face resistance near 25,000 on Monday, but the market ended in the green, led by IT stocks, while consumption and paper stocks saw strong action. Sensex gained 329 points, and the Midcap index also closed higher, even as financials and select capital market names remained under pressure. Meanwhile, global markets are subdued …

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Evening Roundup: School Districts Prepare for Cell Phone Ban, State Comptroller Gets Challenger in Next Year’s Race, NYPD Commissioner Praises Recruitment, and Voices From East Harlem 8:37

6d ago8:37

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Nearly all New York schools are ready to prohibit cell phones this year. Also, longtime New York State Comptroller Tom DiNapoli has a Democratic primary opponent. Plus, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said the department was desperate for applicants six months ago. Last week, she swore in the largest class since 2016. And finally, we hear from New …

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Midday News: NYC Launches Probe After NYPD Car Runs Over Man in Queens, Reaction to Mamdani's Latest Video, and the New School Year Brings Fear for Some Immigrant Families 6:59

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New York City officials are investigating after they say an NYPD squad car ran over a man lying on a road in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Plus, a look at the reaction to a viral video showing Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani lifting weights at an Open Streets in Brooklyn over the weekend. And finally, for some immigrant families, the star…

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4774: Dream11’s CEO Harsh Jain opens up on the company's big reset post RMG ban, Amazon & Flipkart in inflation math, & OpenAI’s hiring push in India 7:32

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you Harsh Jain’s exclusive interview with us on the government’s real-money gaming ban that wiped out 95% of Dream11’s revenue, and how the company plans to pursue more sports opportunities with the help of AI. We also decode how Amazon and Flipkart data will soon be part of India’s inflation calculation…

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Morning Headlines: Prosecutors Allege Former Adams Advisor’s New Job May Be The Result of a Bribe, Hochul Recommends Caution at State Beaches, Mamdani’s Latest Publicity Stunt. 2:44

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Mayor Adams' son Jordan Coleman appeared on a TV show cited in the bribery case against former adviser Ingrid Lewis-Martin. Meanwhile, Governor Hochul is warning that Hurricane Erin is still a potential danger. Finally, Zohran Mamdani held a chip bag treasure hunt to try and embarrass Mayor Eric Adams.…

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4773: Will Powell’s rate cut signal revive the bulls? US tariff deadline, Q1 GDP & RIL AGM this week | Market Minutes 8:21

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Indian equity markets snapped a six-day winning streak on Friday, with financials dragging the Nifty below 24,900 even as midcaps continued to outperform. Autos, realty, and consumption names led weekly gains on GST rationalisation hopes, while PSU banks and IT stocks provided some support. US Fed Chair Jerome Powell sends a strong signal of a Sept…

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Prosecutors Turn to Science to Rethink Interview Techniques 9:53

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In Manhattan, prosecutors and investigators are learning a new way to interview suspects, witnesses, and victims in an effort to get more accurate information and prevent false confessions. As WNYC's Samantha Max tells host Janae Pierre, the new technique draws on scientific research about the human brain.…

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4772: Exclusive: Ashwini Vaishnaw likens RMG to drug menace & Nitin Gadkari calls out petroleum lobby | MC Editor's Picks 4:19

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Tune in for two Moneycontrol exclusives with Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. Vaishnaw talks about the road ahead post the ban on real money games and Gadkari addresses a wide range of topics from economic reforms, issues in the auto sector and the Bihar elector…

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Evening Roundup: NYPD Detective Shot in Queens, Dangerous Rip Currents Persist, a Digital Divide in the Bronx, and Red Hook’s Pinball Museum 10:20

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An NYPD detective is recovering after he was struck by gunfire from his fellow officers during an incident Friday morning. Plus, the National Weather Service warns of life-threatening rip currents through Saturday at regional beaches. Meanwhile, a quarter of residents in the Bronx don’t have broadband internet access at home. And finally, there's a…

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Midday News: Former Adams Advisor Faces New Conspiracy and Bribery Indictments, It’s Almost Tennis Time in Queens, and We Meet a Few Young Inventors in Brooklyn 10:37

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Mayor Adams' former chief adviser is facing four new conspiracy and bribery indictments. Plus, the US Open tennis tournament gets into full swing in Queens next week after qualifying matches this week. And finally, we meet a group of young New Yorkers building some cool creations.By WNYC

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4771: President gives assent for online gaming bill, D2C festive rush reaches quick commerce and Ola Electric’s IPO funds Rejig | MC Tech3 5:25

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we start with a big update. The Online Gaming Bill 2025 has received the President’s assent and Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explains why India banned real money gaming. We also cover how D2C brands are battling the festive quick commerce rush, Ola Electric’s shareholder approval to reallocate IPO proceeds,…

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4770: Indian Diaspora Powering New Possibilities for India’s Social Sector | Andy Kalambi, Chairperson of the Board, ATREE USA 26:42

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In this episode, we explore how members of the Indian diaspora are deepening their engagement with India’s social sector. Andy Kalambi, Chairperson of the Board Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and Environment (ATREE) USA, reflects on his philanthropic journey. He shares why he has chosen to center his efforts on biodiversity and natural capita…

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Morning Headlines: A Sixth Person Dies in the Legionnaires' Outbreak in Central Harlem, Brooklyn Prosecutors Hunt Sex Toy Bombers at WNBA Games, Immigration Advocates Fear Edison Raid May Signal Things ... 2:54

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City health officials report that the Legionnaires' outbreak is declining, but confirmed cases could still rise as more people seek treatment and earlier cases are verified. Meanwhile, the Brooklyn District Attorney's office hopes an Ohio man arrested for throwing a sex toy at a Liberty game can help them identify other people doing the same. Final…

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Rima Vesely-Flad, "Black Buddhists and the Black Radical Tradition: The Practice of Stillness in the Movement for Liberation" (NYU Press, 2022) 1:32:41

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Finalist, Award for Excellence in the Study of Religion, Constructive-Reflective Studies, given by the American Academy of Religion Explores how Black Buddhist Teachers and Practitioners interpret Western Buddhism in unique spiritual and communal ways In Black Buddhists and the Black Radical Tradition: The Practice of Stillness in the Movement for …

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4769: GST reforms impact, FPIs exit India, RMG ban to hit ads & Apple’s AI strategy | MC Editor's Picks 4:29

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On GST reforms: GoM okays plan to scrap 12% and 28% rates, states seek guarantees to cover revenue loss, and Q3 and Q4 might still see solid earnings from consumer companies. Also inside: FPIs vote with their feet, Sebi chair’s mission to reform capital markets, surge in IT sector M&As, advertisers feel squeeze of RMG ban and more news from the day…

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Evening Roundup: Trump’s Civil Fraud Penalty Gets Tossed, NJ Shuts Enrollment for Childcare Vouchers, and Staff Shortages Affect Cooling Towers Inspections 8:36

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A New York appeals court has thrown out President Trump’s massive civil fraud penalty. Plus, New Jersey has stopped enrolling new families seeking child care vouchers. And finally, health department officials lost more than a third of their cooling tower inspectors in the three years leading up to the outbreak despite a significant boost in funding…

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Midday News: Former Adams Advisor Faces New Charges, More Controversy Around Carriage Horses, and the Best Pancakes in New York City 7:21

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A former top adviser to Mayor Adams is facing new corruption charges. Plus, The controversy over Central Park's carriage horses is back in the political fray after one of them died in Midtown earlier this month. And finally, where to get the best pancakes in New York City.By WNYC

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4768: Dream11 plans to exit real money gaming biz, Bike taxis are back in Karnataka, Pune’s GCC rise & Apple’s third India store | MC Tech3 6:32

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech stories of the day. Dream11's plan to wind down its real money gaming business as the Online Gaming Bill 2025 heads for Presidential assent. Bike taxis make a cautious comeback in Karnataka after a High Court nudge. Pune is emerging as India’s next big GCC hub, attracting glo…

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Morning Headlines: Monthly Evictions Are on the Rise, Health Department Is Down Inspectors, and Muslim Group on Long Island Reaches Settlement 2:49

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A WNYC analysis of city data finds marshals are evicting tenants at a rate of 1500 apartments a month, that’s the highest eviction rate since 2018. Another WNYC analysis found that seven of the ten buildings at the center of the Legionnaires' disease outbreak, some of which are run directly by the city, had no inspections over the past year. Finall…

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4767: Online gaming bill explained, possible GST relief on insurance & thaw in India-China ties 3:38

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In this episode of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, we have 360 degree coverage on the online gaming bill - with a detailed explainer on the law and what it means for you. Also inside: GST reform might make insurance cheaper, our data story on India-China dependency patterns, and news from the capital markets.…

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Evening Roundup: Workers Sue Contractors They Blame for Legionnaires Outbreak, Hurricane Erin Brings Coastal Flooding Possibilities, Bronx Trains Left Out of Signal Repair Plans and a Bronx Green Space ... 8:50

11d ago8:50

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Two Harlem construction workers are suing contractors they blame for Legionnaires’ outbreak. Plus, the National Weather Service says much of New York City, Long Island and New Jersey will be under a coastal flood watch beginning Thursday night, thanks to Hurricane Erin. Also, the MTA is leaving the Bronx behind in a key effort to speed up subway se…

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Midday News: New York City Beaches Remain Closed, Rat Sightings Are Declining, and Why Childcare Is Increasingly Unaffordable 9:26

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New York City beaches will remain closed for swimming Wednesday and Thursday as Hurricane Erin generates dangerous rip currents. Plus, Mayor Adams says rat sightings in New York City have declined for eight straight months. And finally, childcare is becoming increasingly unaffordable for families. That’s why more parents in New Jersey and New York …

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4766: Online gaming bill clears Lok Sabha, RIP RMG, Infosys employees get bonus, and FirstClub’s big fundraise 8:23

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the Online Gaming Bill’s lightning passage through Lok Sabha and what it means for India’s $25 billion real-money gaming sector. We also look at the ripple effects on payment firms, the big boost in performance bonuses at Infosys, and FirstClub’s $20 million funding talks with Accel and Paramark.…

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Morning Headlines: NYPD Officer Who Choked Man Recorded Expressing Remorse, NJ Residents Oppose Application Fees, NJ Officials Warn Swimmers about Dangerous Currents 3:08

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Officer Omar Habib pleaded not guilty after prosecutors accused him of placing a man in an illegal chokehold. But the Bronx DA's office says Habib can be heard on his body camera recording asking himself, "what'd you do, bro?" Meanwhile, Jersey City residents are paying hundreds of dollars to apply for affordable housing. Mayoral candidate Bill O’D…

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4765: GST reform rollout: From consumer durable sales impact to a possible double bonanza | MC Editor's Picks 3:57

8d ago3:57

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In this episode of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, we have a special focus on the GST reform rollout and its impact on consumer durables, the economy of lottery-dependent states, revenue collection, and the green signal it gives to the RBI to introduce another expected rate cut by the end of 2025.By moneycontrol