Best Sensex Podcasts (2026)

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January 9: Sensex, Nifty Extend Losses For Fourth Session, HUL's Rs 1,559 Cr Tax Notice & More 4:34

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa your morning briefing before the markets open. In today’s episode, we break down a key regulatory update as Hindustan Unilever receives an income tax demand of ₹1,559 crore for FY22, a development the company says won’t materially impact its operations. Meanwhile, bears tightened their grip on Dalal Street with the Sen…

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Why are prices for lab monkeys suddenly rising? 24:19

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:29 Monkey business 12:01 India’s foreign worker visa problem 23:38 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://thedailybrie…

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New Airlines Exposed | Studying Abroad? The Hidden Tax On Your Dreams | Rupee At 91 | Big Tech Vs India | 17:38

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Good Morning, I'm Nelson John. Today on Top of the Morning, we dig into the uncomfortable truths behind India's newly approved airlines. One has directors convicted in court. Another is led by a promoter who went from driving a tempo to planning a 30-plane fleet. We also unpack what the rupee hitting 91 means for your portfolio and for families pla…

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#769 Markets Take A Beating On 500% Tariff Threat 26:24

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On Episode 769 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sushil Choksey, Director, Indus Equity Advisors. We also feature an excerpt from our recent India Energy Week interview with Arvinder Singh Sahney, Chairman of IOCL. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (00:50) Markets take a beating on 500% tariff threat (04:13) In…

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January 8: India Set To Be $4 trillion Economy, Sensex-Nifty Continue Decline & More 4:55

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa, your morning market briefing before the action begins. In this episode, we unpack fresh economic estimates projecting India’s GDP to grow 7.4% in FY26, driven by strong investment and manufacturing momentum, with the economy poised to cross the $4-trillion mark. We also break down why nominal growth is expected to mod…

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Is 10-Minute delivery just an Indian story? 23:58

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:31 India’s Quick Commerce Edge 11:18 How quality rules control global markets 22:52 Tidbits We shy away from advertising things. But this time, we’ll be making an exception for an event that we truly believe in. This Saturda…

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#768 Geopolitical Tensions Are In Full Sway Over Indian Markets 29:36

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On Episode 768 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Vandana Hari, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Vanda Insights as well as Gulam Zia, Senior Executive Director, Research Advisory, Infrastructure And Valuation at Knight Frank. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (01:09) Geopolitical tensions are in full sway …

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How Indian Oil Is Turning Fuel Pumps Into Energy Hubs | Govindraj Ethiraj x Arvinder Singh Sahney | India Energy Week 2026 | The Core Report 34:33

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Indian Oil is turning fuel pumps into energy hubs and it signals a fundamental shift in how India will power mobility and growth. In The Core Report India Energy Week 2026 Special Edition, Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Arvinder Singh Sahney, Chairman, IOCL about why petrol pumps are becoming multi energy stations with EV charging, CNG, battery swap…

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January 7: Sensex, Nifty Decline For Second Session, SME IPO Action Continues & More 4:42

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa, your daily pre-market podcast bringing you all the key cues before the trading day begins. In today’s episode, we break down the second consecutive decline in Indian equity markets, with the Sensex and Nifty closing lower amid mixed sectoral performance. While IT, pharma, PSU banks and metals showed resilience, pressu…

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A new IPO lays out India’s coal puzzle 24:07

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 01:16 BCCL’s IPO Puzzle 12:44 What AI means to our economy 22:44 Tidbits We shy away from advertising things. But this time, we’ll be making an exception for an event that we truly believe in. This Saturday (Jan 10), Zerodha’s …

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Grok AI controversy | Japan's India tech bet | Steel cartel bombshell | Semaglutide patent wars | 12:12

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Good Morning. I'm Nelson John. India's IT ministry gives X a 72-hour ultimatum over Grok's explicit content. The semaglutide patent war could slash weight-loss drug prices by 90%. A steel cartel bombshell names 56 executives including Sajjan Jindal and TV Narendran. Japanese giants MUFG and Nidec double down on India GCCs. And the finance ministry …

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#767 Global Markets Including Asia Zoom Ahead As India Lags 34:15

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On Episode 767 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dinshaw Irani, Managing Director and CEO at Helios Capital as well as Dr Sanjaya Baru, the author of the book Secession of the Successful: The Flight Out of New India. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (01:00) Global markets including Asia are zooming ahead even …

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Venezuela Crisis Sends Gold Past $4,400 | Silver's 137% Year | India Opens Nuclear to Private Sector 11:08

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Good Morning, Welcome to top of The Morning, I'm Nelson John.. The US capture of Venezuelan President Maduro has sent gold past $4,400 an ounce, reinforcing its role as the world's geopolitical hedge. Silver is having an even bigger moment, with ETF inflows tripling in India and returns hitting 137% in 2025. Meanwhile, the SHANTI Bill opens India's…

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January 6: Nifty Fails To Sustain New High, Maduro Pleads Not Guilty & More 5:35

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa, your morning podcast that brings you all the key market cues before the trading day begins. In today’s episode, we track major global developments after fresh twists in the Venezuela story sent shockwaves through oil markets, lifting U.S. energy stocks and shaping global sentiment. We break down how these events are i…

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The unlikely choke-point for green steel 23:34

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:27 The New Gatekeepers of Steel 11:32 Inside India’s Changing Risk Appetite 22:16 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https…

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#766 Why Markets Are Not Really Going Anywhere 25:17

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On Episode 766 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Amit Goel, Co-founder and Chief Global Strategist at PACE 360 as well as Anindya Banerjee, Head – Currency and Commodity Research, Kotak Securities. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (01:00) The Markets May Be Near Their Highs But Why They Are Not Really Going An…

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January 5: Trump Captures Venezuela's Maduro, Nifty At Record High & More 5:14

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa, your essential morning podcast designed to get you market-ready before the trading day begins. In today’s episode, we break down the key global and domestic triggers shaping market sentiment as 2026 kicks off on a strong note. Global crude markets take centre stage after the dramatic capture of Venezuelan President Ni…

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Can two struggling businesses make a strong one together? 21:38

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:30 The anatomy of a QSR marriage 10:29 Quiet Shifts in India’s Insurance Business 20:25 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day:…

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#765 Will Third Quarter Results Power Markets Further? 30:57

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On Episode 765 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Indrani Bagchi, CEO, Ananta Aspen Centre. We also feature an excerpt from our recent Energy Special featuring Vartika Shukla, Chairman and Managing Director at Engineers India Limited (EIL). SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Take (05:19) Will third quarter results power markets…

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#764 Solar Cookers to Modular Nuclear Reactors: The Engineers Transforming India | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 50:06

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India’s energy transition is entering a decisive phase. In this India Energy Week 2026 Energy Special episode of The Core Report, we explore how solar cookers and modular nuclear reactors reflect the scale and ambition of the engineers transforming India’s energy future. Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Vartika Shukla, Chairman & …

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January 2: Vodafone Idea's ₹638 Cr GST Penalty, KFC-Pizza Hut Under One Roof & More 4:47

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Welcome to BreakOut by 5paisa, your daily pre-market podcast bringing you everything you need to know before the trading day begins. In today’s episode, we begin with a major global development as India formally assumes the BRICS presidency for 2026, stepping into the role amid rising global protectionism, fresh tariff moves from the United States,…

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The rumblings and fires that shaped India's mineral deposits 25:57

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:30 The Long Story of Mining 12:17 Inside India’s Trade Blitz 24:32 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://thedailybrie…

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January 1: Abel Succeeds Buffett, Vodafone Idea's Capital Infusion & More 5:28

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Welcome to the very first episode of BreakOut by 5paisa, your daily pre-market podcast designed to prepare you for the trading day ahead. As Indian markets step into 2026 after a strong close to the previous year, this episode sets the tone for what BreakOut will deliver every morning — a sharp, disciplined, and data-driven snapshot of everything t…

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Ten Questions for 2026 24:25

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we've 10 questions for 2026: 00:04 Intro 00:36 US–China Slowdown Risk 02:55 Can Quick Commerce Become Profitable? 05:02 Where Are Interest Rates Headed? 07:08 Will Reforms Transform India’s Economy? 08:53 Natural vs Lab-Grown Diamonds 10:51 Can India Replace the US in Trade? 13:10 Microfinance: At the Bottom o…

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Meet The Writers ft. Pranav Agarwal 16:10

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The Daily Brief is on break till January 1. In the meantime, allow us to introduce the writing team. Today, we’re talking to Pranav Agarwal. Pranav is the only person on the team who truly deserves to be called a writer. He takes crude first drafts and, somehow, turns them into pieces people actually love reading.…

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#763 Is 2026 India’s Biggest Reform Moment Since 1991? Gurcharan Das Explains | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 47:16

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In this episode of The Core Report Special Edition, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj is in conversation with Gurcharan Das, author and commentator, on whether 2026 could become India’s biggest reform moment since 1991 and if the country can finally cut red tape, boost manufacturing, and create jobs at scale. As US tariffs and global trade shi…

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Meet The Writers ft. Kashish Kapoor 15:55

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The Daily Brief is on break till January 1. In the meanwhile, allow us to introduce the writing team. Today, we’re talking to Kashish Kapoor. Kashish is the only one even slightly qualified to do this job, which is to say, he's finished CFA level 1.By Zerodha

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#762 Will We Say Goodbye to OTPs in 2026? The Next Authentication Era | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 43:05

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Will We Say Goodbye to OTPs in 2026? As India enters the next authentication era, this episode of The Core Report explores whether one-time passwords are finally reaching the end of the road and what could replace them in banking, payments, and everyday digital life. In this special edition, Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Pramod Varma, Co-Founder & …

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#761 Growth Up Inflation Down: How India Defied Economic Logic? | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 39:15

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Growth Up Inflation Down. How India Defied Economic Logic? That question shapes this Core Report Special Edition with Govindraj Ethiraj, as India closes out 2025 with stronger GDP growth even as inflation cooled sharply. Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with DK Joshi, Chief Economist at CRISIL Ratings, on the biggest macro surprises of 2025 and what India …

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Meet The Writers ft. Krishna Lohia 15:42

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The Daily Brief is on break till January 1. In the meanwhile, allow us to introduce the writing team. Today, we’re talking to Krishna Lohia. Krishna has been working on the Daily Brief since the very first episode, and the only reason we still have jobs is that he wakes up at 6 AM every day.By Zerodha

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#760 How India Is De-Risking Oil Exploration One Well At A Time | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 38:00

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How India Is De-Risking Oil Exploration One Well At A Time is the focus of this in-depth conversation on The Core Report with Govindraj Ethiraj. As India looks to secure its energy future, this episode explores how ONGC is changing the way it approaches oil exploration, reducing risk one well at a time while navigating geopolitics, technology shift…

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Meet The Writers ft. Pranav Manie 19:33

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The Daily Brief is on break till January 1. In the meanwhile, allow us to introduce the writing team. Today, we’re talking to Pranav Manie. Pranav Manie, aka DJ Easy Money Sniper. Manie is Zerodha’s resident DJ, and one of India’s most popular business nerds on the internet.By Zerodha

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The stitch that doesn't hold 26:06

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 01:06 Your friendly neighbourhood “Tailor" 11:42 Why India’s GDP Needs Updating 24:38 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: http…

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RBI's 3 Trillion Rupee Banking Boost | Gold Silver Historic Rally | Samsung India Engineering Powerhouse 12:40

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The RBI just announced 3 trillion rupees in liquidity support to stabilize banks and the rupee. Swiggy Instamart opened a physical store in Gurugram a surprising move in the quick commerce wars. Samsung revealed India is now its most critical engineering hub outside South Korea, even as it fights to regain market share. Gold and silver hit record h…

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#759 Markets Have Thinned Out Now As Traders Take A Break 33:44

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On Episode 759 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Saurav Ghosh, co-founder of Jiraaf as well as Amit Prothi, Director General at the CDRI. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (01:48) Markets have thinned out now as traders take a break (05:10) Copper joins the party, hits all time highs along with gold and silver …

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Indian banks court some suitors from Japan 25:48

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:59 Japanese money finds India 12:42 A Big Shift in India’s Nuclear Policy 24:34 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https:/…

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Apple Got Fined Again, Your Watch Reads BP, AI Jobs & That Oman Deal 10:32

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On today's episode: Italy hits Apple with a €98 million fine over App Tracking Transparency. Indian IT giants TCS, Infosys and Wipro pivot hard toward AI integration. India's 850,000 cooperatives face pressure to go digital. Smartwatches earn medical certifications for hypertension tracking. And the India Oman trade deal opens new doors amid global…

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#758 The Markets Are Up As Fiis Step In For Some Late Or Early Buying 29:31

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On Episode 758 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Sandip Agarwal, Fund manager at Sowilo Investment Managers LLP as well as Parizad Sirwalla, Partner and National Head – Tax, Global Mobility Services, KPMG in India. SHOW NOTES (00:00) Stories of the Day (01:09) The markets are up as FIIs step in for some late or ear…

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India's new insurance playbook 24:43

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:28 India’s new insurance playbook 12:18 The Debate Over Central Bank Power 23:38 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https:…

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Railways Need 600 Crore, Pharma Wants a Billion, and Indians cleaning Russian Streets 11:50

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This week: Indian Railways announces its second fare hike of the year, adding 10 to 28 rupees on long-distance trips. India's capital formation slumps to a decade low as households pour money into gold instead of productive investments. IndiaRF looks to exit Synthimed Labs at a billion-dollar valuation. Defence and aerospace startups like Skyroot a…

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#757 Financial Stocks Are Doing Well 32:20

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On Episode 757 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Ranjit Rath, Chairman & Managing Director, Oil India Limited (in an excerpt from our recent Energy Special) as well as Shankkar Aiyar, veteran economic journalist, columnist and author. SHOW NOTES (00:00) The Take (05:38) Financial stocks are doing well in a sign tha…

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#756 How An Indian Oil Giant Is Leading The Critical Minerals Race? | Govindraj Ethiraj | The Core Report 43:17

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How an Indian oil giant is leading the critical minerals race is now central to India’s energy security and industrial future. In this Core Report Energy Special 2026, Financial Journalist Govindraj Ethiraj speaks with Ranjit Rath, Chairman & Managing Director, Oil India Limited on why critical minerals like graphite, vanadium, potash, and rare ear…

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India's 5G ambitions: fast rollout, slow revolution? 25:28

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:30 Is India really using 5G yet? 13:22 Coal is headed for retirement 24:24 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://thed…

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#755 Shares Drift Down The Fourth Consecutive Session 20:30

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On Episode 755 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Manas Majumdar Partner and Leader Oil & Gas, Fuels & Resources, PwC India. SHOW NOTES (01:00) Shares drift down the fourth consecutive session (02:45) Rising apprehension over Oracle’s finances, a key player in the AI infra game (04:27) Sebi would like more women to …

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India’s state discoms are at the cusp of a big change 25:14

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:30 India’s Discom Crisis 12:47 The new age of trade 24:09 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://thedailybriefing.subs…

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#754 Markets Need 2 Cues To Turn Around 29:07

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On Episode 754 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Biswapriya Bhattacharjee, Director, B2B and Technology- South Asia, Kantar as well as Connor Hill, Head of Circularity at Ingka Group. SHOW NOTES (01:00) Markets need two cues to turn around, they are not in sight (02:06) The rupee turns around after the RBI goes on …

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Pedal to the metal for India’s auto ancillaries 23:01

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:30 India’s Auto Parts Boom 11:48 Is Shiprocket a platform or a broker? 22:02 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://th…

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#753 Why The Markets Are Caught In A Perfect Storm Involving The Rupee 28:40

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On Episode 753 of The Core Report, financial journalist Govindraj Ethiraj talks to Dr. Ajit Ranade, Economist and Former Vice Chancellor of Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics in Pune. SHOW NOTES (01:00) Why the markets are caught in a perfect storm involving the rupee (06:23) Leading global crude indicators are pointing towards a fall in p…

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Where is the US-China tech race headed? 25:48

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In today's episode of The Daily Brief, we cover 2 major stories shaping the Indian economy and global markets: 00:04 Intro 00:29 Can Tech Wars Create Winners? 12:29 The Rise of Digital Finance 24:47 Tidbits We also send out a crisp and short daily newsletter for The Daily Brief. Put your email here and we'll make you smart every day: https://thedai…

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Rupee at Record Low, IndiGo Grounded, Data Centres Under Pressure 16:46

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The rupee's slide past 90 is hitting travellers beyond just US-bound trips. IndiGo's flight chaos reveals a pattern of reactive governance. TRAI proposes slashing backhaul spectrum charges. The $70 billion data centre rush runs into resource constraints. And record-low inflation might not be the good news it appears. What connects them? Systems und…