Podcasts about The Indian Express

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Divya A about the new developments between India and Maldives. She shares that PM Modi recently visited the Maldives and attended their Independence Day celebrations, even though almost since the last two years the relationship between the two countries hasn't been at its best.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Amit Kamath about 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh becoming the FIDE Women's World Cup Champion and defeating the Indian Chess Giant Koneru Humpy. He shares her journey and the significance that it holds for Indian Chess. (10:17)Lastly, we talk about Tata Consultancy Services or TCS announcing that it will be laying off 2% of its workforce and how this might impact the Indian IT industry. (22:47)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express' Parul Kulshreshtha discuss the collapse of a government school roof in Rajasthan's Jhalawar district, which killed seven students and injured several others.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Narayanan S about the Kerala's film industry, where producer Sandra Thomas has filed her nomination for the presidency of the Kerala Film Producers' Association. (15:13)And in the end, we discuss Operation Mahadev, a recent counterinsurgency operation on the outskirts of Srinagar in which three militants were killed. (22:19)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sophiya Mathew about increasing screen addiction amongst children and young adults, why it is becoming a growing concern amongst people and the health issues and problems that it leads to. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Himanshu Harsh about a case of a sexual assault in Bihar. He shares the details of the case where a woman was allegedly raped in a ambulance while she was unconscious. (14:40)Lastly, we talk about the changing trends in India's car market and what it reflects about the population of India and their choices. (18:14)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda, Ichha Sharma and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

In this episode, hosts Vinayakk and Mihir are joined by The Indian Express cricket writer Venkata Krishna B to talk about Rishabh Pant's courageous performance in the fourth Test against England. The trio also debates whether cricket should adopt a more flexible substitution rule—similar to those in football and hockey.Produced by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express' Deputy Editor Liz Mathew discusses Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation during the first day of the Monsoon Session.Next, The Indian Express' Karan Mahadik talks about two AI models from OpenAI and Google DeepMind having solved problems from the International Mathematical Olympiad with near-perfect scores. (12:09)And in the end, we talk to The Indian Express' Saman Hussain about a scam involving a fictional country named Westarctica. (21:23)Hosted, produced and written by Shashank BhargavaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Shubham Tigga about the struggle that migrant workers from Jharkhand and their families are facing. He talks about the case of a migrant worker who had been working in Kuwait, but after he passed away, how the struggle for the family continues.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about a major scientific breakthrough. She shares how the process of 'three-parent IVF' has led to eight babies in the UK living a healthy life. However, the process is controversial and has raised a lot of concerns. (14:59)Lastly, we talk about the Gujarat Anti-Terrorist squad which has arrested four members of an alleged terror module of Al Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent or AQIS from Gujarat, Delhi and UP. (23:07)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda, Ichha Sharma and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express' national Legal Editor Apurva Vishwanathwe discusses the Bombay High Court's acquittal of all 12 men previously convicted in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case.  Next, The Indian Express' Nikhil Ghanekar explains a major policy rollback by the Environment Ministry that has exempted most coal-based thermal power plants from installing sulphur dioxide emission controls. (19:35)Lastly, we discuss the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, where the Lok Sabha functioned for just 18 minutes amid protests over the Special Intensive Revision of Bihar's electoral rolls. (29:44)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Shiny Varghese about the situation of flooding in Gurgaon. Every year during monsoon, Gurgaon faces a major waterlogging problem that leads to traffic jams and a lot of discomfort. Shiny breaks down the cause behind this and how it can be treated.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Misra about the state of equality in India. He shares how equality in a country can be measured and what a press release by the government of India says regarding the same. (13:09)Lastly, we talk about one of the most prominent political figures of Kerala - Comrade VS Achuthanandan who passed away at the age of 101. (24:17)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry about the ongoing police investigation into a large-scale phone tapping operation in Telangana.Next, The Indian Express' Anonna Dutta discusses a new health ministry advisory that triggered a debate over whether Indian snacks like samosas and jalebis should carry nutritional warnings. (09:56)Lastly, we talk about Jharkhand, where a video of a minister's son inspecting a hospital has sparked questions. (22:24)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda, and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

We begin with the preliminary report into last month's deadly Boeing 787 crash, which claimed 260 lives as The Indian Express' Sukalp Sharma breaks down what the report reveals and what it doesn't, including ambiguity over critical engine switches.Next, we look at how space travel impacts the human body as The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt explains the complex medical challenges astronauts face upon returning to Earth such as Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla. (15:58)Lastly, we talk about the Delhi High Court's decision to quash charges against 70 Indian nationals in the Tablighi Jamaat case during the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic. (26:14)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of this week by The Indian Express

Care is essential for Early Childhood Development in children during their formative years. It is this experience that becomes the foundation for their growth throughout life. Mobile Creches has for the last five decades continued to be a catalyst in the space of childcare and early childhood development for young children belonging to marginalized families.The Indian Express in association with Mobile Creches is curating a series of conversations where we'll be highlighting the importance of quality childcare provided by the creche workers and how it enables women to go out and work without worrying about their children.In this conversation, Niharika Nanda is joined by Uma Mahadevan, Additional Chief Secretary and Development Commissioner, Government of Karnataka and Sumitra Mishra, Chief Executive Officer, Mobile Creches to discuss why 'Right to Care' is of utmost importance for every working family.Hosted and produced by Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Naveed Iqbal about what happened in Jammu and Kashmir on Martyrs' Day and how it highlights the ongoing tensions between local leaders and the Centre.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Kiran Parashar about the Russian woman and her two daughters who were found living in a cave in a forest in Karnataka's Gokarna. He shares why were they living in a cave, why she was staying in India and more. (9:18)Lastly, we talk about the new and revised NCERT social science book for class 8 that was released recently and its description of the Delhi Sultanate and the Mughals. (21:50)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

We begin with Maharashtra, where the state assembly has passed a sweeping and controversial public security bill, 'urban Naxal' bill. The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Viswanath breaks down the contentious bill and its implications.Next, as global temperatures hit record highs and extreme weather becomes more common The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha explains why have annual climate summits like COP failed to deliver real change and why many now believe it needs urgent reform. (13:37)Lastly, we talk about the case of Nimisha Priya, a nurse from Kerala who was scheduled to be executed in Yemen today. (23:13)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Tanusree Bose about the IIM rape case, where a woman psychologist has alleged that she was sexually assaulted by a second year student of the institution when she came for his counselling session. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Heena Khandelwal about the new trend where people are using AI chatbots for therapy, finding solutions to personal problems and getting guidance for relationship issues. (11:46)Lastly, we talk about the issue of severe shortage of staff at the Mumbai Education department offices. (25:27)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath explains the arguments made by those challenging the Election Commission's controversial Special Intensive Revision in Bihar, and why the Supreme Court refused to halt the exercise last week.Next, The Indian Express' Aditi Raja tells us about the Gambhira bridge collapse in Gujarat, the red flags that were ignored leading up to it, and the action the administration is now taking (11:52).And finally, The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha talks about two science teachers who started making Mephedrone after watching the TV series Breaking Bad (25:02).Hosted by Shashank BhargavaWritten and produced by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha Sharma

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about the Manipur government's decision to resettle around 57,000 people who have been living in relief camps since the ethnic conflict broke out in the state. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about palm oil and the concerns that are being raised around it. She shares what makes it unhealthy, talks about some good alternatives and what one should look for in the oil that they use for cooking. (12:02)Lastly, we talk about the Supreme Court's response to petitions that were filed with concerns regarding the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls in Bihar. (22:08)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Firstly, we are joined by The Indian Express' Shubhangi Khapre who discusses Maharashtra, where cousins and political rivals Uddhav and Raj Thackeray shared a stage for the first time in nearly two decades, rekindling their alliance over concerns for the Marathi identity and state politics.Next, The Indian Express'  Sophiya Mathew talks about a fuel ban on End of Life Vehicles that was implemented and then quickly deferred to November 1. She explains why the ban was introduced, why it was paused, and what challenges lie ahead. (13:05)Lastly, we head to Gujarat, where a sudden bridge collapse in Vadodara district killed at least 10 people to discuss what happened and the ongoing rescue operations. (24:30)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express.

Firstly, we talk about Punjab, where The Indian Express' Kanchan Vasdev explains how the AAP government is preparing a controversial bill proposing the death penalty for sacrilege.Next, The Indian Express' Varinder Bhatia explains the Tibetan struggle as the 14th Dalai Lama turns 90 and how his succession has become a geopolitical flashpoint between the Tibetan exile government and China. (08:41)And lastly, we talk about the story of a ₹200 scam in Karnataka's Uttara Kannada district that took the police 35 years to solve. (20:45)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' National Legal Editor, Apurva Vishwanath about the ongoing debate about the words socialist and secular in the Preamble. She shares the importance of these terms in the Constitution of India and what all can happen in case they are removed.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Mihir Vasavda about Pakistani athletes competing in sporting events and competitions that are hosted by India. He shares that even though visas of all Pakistani nationals residing in India were cancelled post the Pahalgam attack, why athletes from across the border will be allowed to come to India. (14:27)Lastly, we talk about the situation in Myanmar and how it is leading to refugees moving into Mizoram. (22:19)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda, Shashank Bhargava and Ichha Sharma Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Firstly, The Indian Express' National Rural Affairs and Agriculture Editor Harish Damodaran, discusses the upcoming India–US trade deal and how agriculture remains the biggest sticking flashpoint.Next, we are joined by The Indian Express' Dheeraj Mishra who talks about one of India's most ambitious infrastructure projects built under the Mukundra Hills in Rajasthan and what makes this project so difficult. (12:40)Lastly, we talk about Bihar, where a sudden revision of electoral rolls has raised alarm just months before Assembly elections with over 3 crore voters at risk of disenfranchisement. (20:00)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sujit Bisoyi about the Puri Rath Yatra. He shares the arrangements that were made for it and how things went wrong when a stampede broke out at the Yatra last week which caused 3 deaths and led to 50 people getting injured.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry about a tragic blast in a chemical factory in Telangana which led to 38 deaths. She shares the possible causes and what makes the cause rarest of the rare. (12:06)Lastly, we talk about the Indian government's efforts towards cutting delays and fast-tracking decision-making. (18:56)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the week by The Indian Express.

First, The Indian Express' Ritu Sarin joins us to discuss her investigation into the money trail and mule account used in a digital scam.Next, we shift our focus to Punjab, The Indian Express' Kanchan Vasdev explains that the AAP government is implementing one of its largest-ever land acquisition drives under a new land pooling policy. (18:35)And in the end, we discuss a pivotal court ruling in Bangladesh, where the tribunal has sentenced former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to six months in jail in a contempt case. (24:35)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Damini Nath who shares that ahead of the Bihar Elections, the state's electoral roll is getting a special intensive revision which might cost many citizens their right to vote.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Sujit Bisoyi about an attack on an administrative officer in the Bhubaneshwar Municipal Corporation office in Odisha. Sujit shares the details of the incident and the action that has been taken post it. (11:25)Lastly, we talk about US President Donald Trump approving the introduction of a bill that might impose 500 percent tariffs on India and China. (20:37)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Mishra about the World Bank's claim that poverty in India has gone down significantly. The World Bank says that only 5.75% of Indians now live in abject poverty, Udit shares how and if this is true. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Amrita Nayak Dutta about Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's meeting with his Chinese counterpart Admiral Dong Jun at the meeting of Defence Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. She shares the topics that were discussed and how they will impact India China relations. (15:33) Lastly, we talk about a fuel ban in Delhi that starts today. (23:50)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced and written by Niharika Nanda and Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Pradeep Magazine is a cricket writer, columnist, and former sports editor of The Pioneer, the India Today e-paper, and the Hindustan Times. He began his journalistic career in 1979 with the Chandigarh edition of The Indian Express and served as its cricket editor in 1999–2000. He writes on cricket regularly in The Tribune. He has written 2 wonderful cricket books - Not Just Cricket & Not Quite CricketIn this episode we chat about -SA's remarkable WTC win with a black captain in Temba Bavuma at the helmThe lack of representation & invisibilisation of Dalits and OBCs in CricketThe dim view of administration of Women's CricketThe star power creates disparities in the Indian teamIs Match fixing still possible due to the economic disparities and mushrooming of smaller leagues?Pradeep refers to Ex-Commissioner of Police & Head of BCCI's Anti-Corruption Unit - Neeraj Kumar's book - A Cop in Cricket where his work and findings are ignored by the BCCIClassist humour in India against cricketers His evolving relationship with the game after being in such close proximityBooks by Pradeep MagazineNot Just CricketNot Quite CricketArticle that prompted the episode - When Quota is fair game - The Tribune

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express' Sweety Kumari breaks down what is known so far in the Kolkata rape case that has sparked national outrage.Next, we turn to Australian teenage sprinter Gout Gout, whose record-breaking performance in has drawn global comparisons to legends like Usain Bolt with Express Sports podcast's hosts Mihir Vasavda and Amit Kamath discussing his hype, and what to expect from him in upcoming championships. (12:59)And in the end, we talk about the stampede-like incident during Odisha's Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, where at least three people died and dozens were injured. (23:55)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar