Podcasts about Tamil Nadu

The Modern Akatsuki - Tamil Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 29:46 Transcription Available

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Pragynesh about the deadly fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Delhi's Hauz Rani that killed 21 people, and how the tragedy has exposed alleged fire safety violations, illegal construction, and regulatory failures across the city's guesthouse sector.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Brendan Dabhi about the Rajkot maternity hospital CCTV case, where footage of female patients was allegedly recorded and sold online, leading to multiple arrests and the rare application of cyberterrorism charges. (15:25)And in the end, we look at growing strains within the INDIA bloc ahead of a key meeting in Delhi, with the DMK staying away amid tensions over Congress's alliance decisions in Tamil Nadu and disagreements among several opposition partners. (27:10)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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EP - 170 To Rise Back | Tectonic Shift in TN Politics Side -B Ft.Rick Sanchez, Kakuzu, Hidan & Asuma

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 139:03

Tamil Nadu politics has entered a new phase and the 2026 election may have marked the beginning of a tectonic shift.In this episode of Tectonic Shift in TN Politics | Side -B , we break down the changing political landscape from the perspective of pure statistics. From losing in one vote to underestimated candidate winning in comfortable margin.This episode will dive deeper into booth-level data analysis, uncovering constituency patterns, vote swings, regional trends, and statistical insights from the ground.---------------------------------Support Us----------------------------------------Support The Modern Akatsuki if you feel like it .(Read everything below carefully before sending us your donations)

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ThePrintPod: Annamalai quits BJP: What does his resignation mean for Tamil Nadu politics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 4:19

Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K Annamalai has officially resigned from the BJP and announced a new political movement, Annamalai Makkal Iyakkam (AMI). Once seen as the BJP's strongest face in Tamil Nadu, the former IPS officer says disagreements with the party leadership over the state's political strategy forced him to part ways. Samah Qundeel explains Annamalai's rise from "Singham" cop to political heavyweight, why he left the BJP, and what his next move could mean for Tamil Nadu politics.

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Annamalai's Resignation Mystery and Tamil Nadu Politics | Sriram Kanan Decodes

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 21:43

Annamalai's Resignation Mystery and Tamil Nadu Politics | Sriram Kanan Decodes

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Making sense of TVK's victory: What does Vijay's win mean for Tamil Nadu's politics? | Part 2

In Focus by The Hindu

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 66:53

In part two of this two-part interview, Pon Vasanth B.A., senior assistant editor with The Hindu, discusses with V. Geetha, feminist historian, translator and publisher, the campaign strategies used by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, the dominance of social media and campaign planners and the tendency to ridicule the supporters of Vijay as illiterates. She also talks about the implications of TVK's victory for the future of Tamil Nadu's politics, the "Dravidian consensus" and the unaddressed concerns of the Dalits in Tamil Nadu. Host: Pon Vasanth B.A., senior assistant editor, The Hindu Guest: V. Geetha, feminist historian, translator and publisher Producer: Shiksha Jural Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VFS Global under scanner, Quad meets again, and Annamalai to quit BJP

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 27:06 Transcription Available

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Chief of National Bureau Sandeep Singh and investigative journalist Ritu Sarin about a global investigation into VFS Global, the visa services giant that processes millions of Schengen visa applications, and the concerns raised over optional paid services, privacy, and data protection practices.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the Quad's latest initiatives on maritime surveillance, critical minerals, energy security, and port infrastructure, and how the grouping is seeking to reduce dependence on China while strengthening coordination in the Indo-Pacific. (13:40)And in the end, we look at K Annamalai's decision to step down from the BJP, and what his exit could mean for Tamil Nadu politics at a time when actor-turned-politician Vijay is reshaping the opposition landscape. (24:10)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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Is a River Alive? with author Robert MacFarlane

Reality Raincheck

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2026 96:35

The Power of Rivers: Ecology, Culture, and Reimagining Nature with Robert MacFarlane This discussion was a dream come true! Have you ever wondered what rivers can teach us about life, culture, and sustainability? If so, you're not alone. In his captivating book Is a River Alive?, Robert MacFarlane explores the profound relationships between humans and rivers across the globe, revealing how these waterways are vital to ecological health, cultural identity, and future conservation efforts. This podcast delves into MacFarlane's insights, shared stories from his travels, and practical ways you can foster guardianship of our rivers. Whether you're a nature lover, a concerned citizen, or simply curious about the natural world, this journey into the heart of rivers will inspire you to see these vital waters in a new light. You'll also want to consider the ways rivers have been your guardian all along. Why Rivers Matter: The Ecological and Cultural Crisis MacFarlane's exploration begins in England, where the health of rivers has dramatically declined due to pollution, agricultural runoff, and climate change. Only 14% of English rivers are in good ecological health, a stark figure illustrating the severity of the crisis. MacFarlane compares this decline to Rachel Carson's opening scene in Silent Spring, where poison falls from the skies, harming wildlife and communities. Yet, the crisis in England isn't solely chemical; it's also cultural. Our disconnection from rivers has led to a loss of identity and stewardship. MacFarlane's travels take him across four continents, revealing inspiring examples of rivers that are thriving and being reimagined as beings with rights. For instance, in Ecuador, the river Rio Los Cedros is protected by groundbreaking legal rights enshrined in the constitution. Similarly, in India's Tamil Nadu region, local activists combat drought and pollution, asserting their guardianship over their waterways. In North America, the Innu community in Canada's northeast has recognized river rights in regional declarations, illustrating a radical shift in environmental law. The Rebirth of River Rights What makes these stories compelling is the idea that rivers are more than just resourceful water courses—they are living entities deserving legal protection. MacFarlane's journey shows that citizen guardianship can lead to tangible change, like the Ecuadorian court ruling that protected Los Cedros' forest and river ecosystem, forcing mining companies to leave within ten days. These acts of guardianship, rooted in love and respect, demonstrate how reimagining rivers as rights-bearing beings can foster ecological healing. Stories from the Water: Encounters with Place One of MacFarlane's gifts is his ability to connect readers with the people he meets on his journeys. From the mushroom girl Juliana, who hears fungi as a language, to the indigenous communities whose rivers are sacred, these stories highlight the importance of listening, naming, and understanding our environment. Recognizing the Sign Language of Nature MacFarlane discusses Juliana's remarkable ability to sense fungi before seeing them—an almost magical skill that speaks to a deeper, intuitive understanding of ecosystems. She perceives the fungi's "voices," not through scientific rigor alone but through felt intuition. It's a reminder that humans can develop a kind of water literacy, learning to listen to the signals of rivers and oceans. These encounters illustrate that a polyphonic world exists, filled with language and meaning beyond human speech, waiting for us to perceive if we only listen. The Gift of Naming and Connection Naming, MacFarlane suggests, is a powerful act. It's a way of establishing relationship and recognition with the environment. Ann Marie talks about her experience of discovering tiny beach seedlings in Virginia, which led to a panoramic "cathedral" of beeches. Her experience exemplifies how awareness and naming deepen our connection to place. This act of naming transforms our perception, shifting us from mere observers to guardians who recognize their role in the web of life. Environmental Loss and Hope Throughout his travels, MacFarlane reflects on the disappearance of many natural places and the cultural erosion accompanying environmental decline. Yet, he emphasizes hope rooted in grassroots guardianship and legal advances. Movements in Wales, for example, have led to formal protections for rivers like the Wye, demonstrating that small steps can have ripple effects across landscapes and communities. How You Can Be a River Guardian Inspired by these stories? MacFarlane offers practical ways to foster a guardianship mindset, emphasizing collective action, local involvement, and legal advocacy. Get Involved Locally Join your community's river guardianship group or conservation organization. Guardianship isn't just about big legal battles—it starts with everyday actions like cleaning up trash, reporting pollution, or advocating for river-friendly policies. Support local initiatives such as American Rivers or Riverkeeper groups that work to protect and restore waterways. Participate in or organize community clean-up events—these tactile acts foster a sense of ownership and responsibility. Advocate for Legal Rights MacFarlane highlights Ecuador's pioneering legal framework recognizing the rights of nature which is an inspiring model worldwide. Encourage your local or national governments to adopt similar laws that extend personhood and legal protections to rivers and ecosystems. Final Thoughts: Rivers as Life's Arteries and Guardians In Is a River Alive?, MacFarlane reminds us that rivers are more than water—they are vital to life, culture, and the planet's health. Reimagining rivers as beings with rights, listening to their signals, and taking guardianship seriously offers a path to ecological renewal and cultural resilience. As citizens, learners, and guardians, we each have a role in supporting these life-giving arteries. https://www.americanrivers.org/ https://www.rightsofrivers.org/ https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/authors/35084/robert-macfarlane/

India's 2026 State Elections and Indian Democracy?

New Books Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 40:37

This week on Democracy Dialogues, Maya Tudor speaks with two keen observers of Indian politics, Gilles Verniers and Yamini Aiyar, about what India's 2026 state elections reveal about the future of the world's largest democracy. Why did the incumbent government BJP make major gains in some states while struggling in others? Do competitive elections still mean democracy is entirely healthy? And why have places like Tamil Nadu and Kerala remained resistant to Hindu nationalist politics? This episode analyses one of the most important democratic stories in the world right now — and asks what state elections might tell us about India's democracy more broadly. Gilles Verniers, Centre for South Asia at Stanford University. Gilles Verniers' work on Indian politics and elections hereYamini Aiyar, Visiting Professor of the Practice at the Watson School of International and Public Affairs, Brown University. Yamini Aiyar's recent writing on democracy and electoral administration in India here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode, we listen to an account of an impossible situation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 252, penned by Nakkannaiyaar. The verse is situated amidst the dark and dangerous ranges of the ‘Kurinji’ or ‘Mountain Landscape’ and etches an exquisite simile to capture an intricate emotion. இடம் படுபு அறியா வலம் படு வேட்டத்துவாள் வரி நடுங்கப் புகல்வந்து, ஆளிஉயர் நுதல் யானைப் புகர் முகத்து ஒற்றி,வெண் கோடு புய்க்கும் தண் கமழ் சோலைப்பெரு வரை அடுக்கத்து ஒரு வேல் ஏந்தி,தனியன் வருதல் அவனும் அஞ்சான்;பனி வார் கண்ணேன் ஆகி, நோய் அட,எமியேன் இருத்தலை யானும் ஆற்றேன்;யாங்குச் செய்வாம்கொல் தோழி! ஈங்கைத்துய் அவிழ் பனி மலர் உதிர வீசித்தொழில் மழை பொழிந்த பானாட் கங்குல்,எறி திரைத் திவலை தூஉம் சிறு கோட்டுப்பெருங் குளம் காவலன் போல,அருங் கடி அன்னையும் துயில் மறந்தனளே? In this little trip to the mountains, we get to meet the wild beasts of the land, as we listen to the lady say these words to her confidante, pretending not to notice the man listening nearby, but making sure he’s in earshot: “Making a tiger with sword-like stripes, one which knows not to fell its prey on the left and always hunts it down on the right, to quiver, with a desire to kill, a ferocious lion pounces on the spotted face of an elephant with an upraised forehead, and tears apart its white tusks, in the cool and fragrant orchard, amidst the tall mountain ranges. Treading through such a space with a single spear, he comes alone without any fear; With tears pouring down from my eyes, with the affliction of love attacking me, I too cannot bear to be apart from him; What are we to do, my friend? Making the touch-me-not's dew-covered flowers with fuzzy petals to drop down, rain clouds gush and pour in the midnight hour. At this time, when the soaring waves spray and spread their droplets in that huge pond with a weak bank, akin to the one who stands in guard there, mother too has put up a protective watch and has forgotten the meaning of sleep now!” Let’s brave the storm clouds and the roving beasts, and listen to the lady’s heartbeat! The lady starts by introducing a tiger, one which is so flawless in its skill of killing that it never hunts a prey on the left and always finishes it on the right. Apparently, this was a big deal to the ancients, as we have heard this obsession over right-side-killing in more than one song! After presenting a portrait of such a valorous tiger, the lady relates a scene which seems to make even this brave tiger quiver in fear, and that’s the scene of an animal she calls as ‘Aali’ attacking an elephant and tearing out its tusks. This ‘Aali’ is a mythical creature depicted in Hindu temples with the composite parts of many animals. However, in this instance, it’s interpreted as a lion. Though today there are no lions in the state of Tamil Nadu and they are confined to the state of Gujarat, perhaps this was a time when the lions roved freely in the South too. Returning, the lady has mentioned the attack only to depict the dangerous path the man walks, with only a spear for company, in the dead darkness of the night, without a drop of fear in his heart. As if saying he may not fear for his safety, but she does, the lady talks about how though tears pour down her eyes, she too cannot bear the thought of being apart from him. After relating the state of mind of the man and herself, the lady turns to depict a third person in this scene, and that’s the state of her mother, who keeps a watchful eye on her daughter, much like how a guard would watch an ebbing pond with a thin bank and though it’s the midnight hour, would forget to seek the calming refuge of sleep. The lady concludes by asking her friend what was the man and herself to do in such a difficult situation! In essence, the lady is telling the man that mother was aware that something’s up and so there’s danger of discovery and the only course of action for the man was to seek the lady’s hand in marriage. With that nuanced depiction and comparison with a person who stands guard around a tank with a weak bank on a rainy night, the verse paints the strokes of anxiety and insomnia with expert hands! Timeless emotions have a way of speaking across the ages indeed!

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Aganaanooru 251 – Slipping Shell bangles

Sangam Lit

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 6:18

In this episode, we hear words of consolation, as depicted in Sangam Literary work, Aganaanooru 251, penned by Maamoolanaar. Set in the ‘Paalai’ or ‘Drylands landscape’, the verse relates a significant historic incident involving hostilities between the north and south of ancient India. தூதும் சென்றன; தோளும் செற்றும்;ஓதி ஒண் நுதல் பசலையும் மாயும்;வீங்கு இழை நெகிழச் சாஅய், செல்லலொடுநாம் படர் கூரும் அருந் துயர் கேட்பின்,நந்தன் வெறுக்கை எய்தினும், மற்று அவண்தங்கலர் வாழி, தோழி! வெல் கொடித்துனை கால் அன்ன புனை தேர்க் கோசர்தொல் மூதாலத்து அரும் பணைப் பொதியில்,இன் இசை முரசம் கடிப்பு இகுத்து இரங்க,தெம் முனை சிதைத்த ஞான்றை, மோகூர்பணியாமையின், பகை தலைவந்தமா கெழு தானை வம்ப மோரியர்புனை தேர் நேமி உருளிய குறைத்தஇலங்கு வெள் அருவிய அறை வாய் உம்பர்,மாசு இல் வெண் கோட்டு அண்ணல் யானைவாயுள் தப்பிய, அருங் கேழ் வயப் புலிமா நிலம் நெளியக் குத்தி, புகலொடுகாப்பு இல வைகும் தேக்கு அமல் சோலைநிரம்பா நீள் இடைப் போகி,அரம் போழ் அவ் வளை நிலை நெகிழ்த்தோரே. In this trip to the familiar drylands, we take a detour to observe the path of hostile armies, as we listen to the confidante say these words to the lady, when the man continues to remain parted away, having left in search of wealth: “Messengers have gone thither; Thinning arms shall recover; Pallor that spreads on the shining forehead, hemmed by tresses, shall disappear; If he hears of the deep sorrow that spreads in you, making you lose your health and causing your thick ornaments to slip away, even if he were to attain the wealth of Nandan, he will not choose to remain there! May you live long, my friend! Wielding wind-like, well-etched chariots, fluttering with victorious flags, the Kosars ruined the battlefields of enemies, as the sweet-sounding drums thundered and roared amidst the common grounds, spreading with the thick branches of the ancient banyan tree. At this time, as Mokoor refused to submit to them, the Mauryas arrived with their huge armies to rout the enmity, and to ensure the wheels of their etched chariots roll on, they carved paths through mountains, flowing with shining, white cascades. Beyond those mountain paths, a strong tiger, with a radiant hue, which had previously escaped the attack of an esteemed elephant with flawless white tusks, is now gored, making the wide land to break apart into pits, and where that elephant, removed from its protective herd, now resides with arrogance, amidst the jungle interspersed with teak trees. Though he has left to these uninhabited long paths, making your beautiful shell bangles, carved by a saw, slip away, he shall stay not there and shall return to you soon!” Time to take a stroll amidst those barren spaces and learn more! The confidante opens the conversation by talking about how their messengers have left to where the man was, and because of that the sad happenings in the lady’s life, such as her thinning arms and spreading pallor, would be reversed. The confidante says this because she’s convinced that once the man hears of the lady’s sorrowful state, even if one were to tempt him with as much wealth as someone then named ‘Nandan’, he would not choose to remain where he was. Then she goes on to describe where the man is at now, and to do that, she talks of how the Mauryas had waged war on the south, and the Kosars had chosen to rise in their support. At this time, the Tamil king of Mokoor refused to accept their subjugation. To quell this dissent, the Mauryas themselves had decided to come south, and to do that, they carved paths through the mountains so that their chariots could roll on unimpeded. Now the confidante connects saying the man walks beyond those carved mountainous paths, and here a tiger is attacked by the sharp tusk of an elephant, which roves alone, without its herd. The confidante concludes with the words that though the man had gone to such far places, making the saw-cut, shell bangles of the lady to slip away, he would not remain there for long, and would be back in the lady’s fold. The striking thing in this verse is the mention of the conflict between kings in the north and south of India, even in ancient times. Though the details are sketchy and the focus seems to be more on the roads laid by the Mauryas to come south, it does give a hint of the hostilities of the past. Another subtle reference here is to the saw-cut, shell bangles, in a taken for granted away, but this has current-day implications in the excavation of many such bangles from both the Indus Valley sites in Gujarat as well as Sangam era sites such as Vembakottai in Tamil Nadu, revealing the presence of a nuanced industry to produce decorated bangles from conch shells. Yet again, simple words of consolation throw the spotlight on significant events around trade and war in the ancient world!

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EP - 169 Tectonic Shift in TN Politics | Side - A Ft.Rick Sanchez, Rocklee & Kakuzu

The Modern Akatsuki - Tamil Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 244:23

Tamil Nadu politics has entered a new phase and the 2026 election may have marked the beginning of a tectonic shift.In this episode of Tectonic Shift in TN Politics | Side - A, we break down the changing political landscape from the perspective of the DMK's loss and explore the deeper structural changes happening beneath the surface. From anti-incumbency and voter sentiment to alliance dynamics, emerging political narratives, and the rise of new challengers, this episode analyzes how the traditional rules of Tamil Nadu politics are evolving.Was this just an electoral defeat, or the sign of a long-term political realignment?This episode focuses on the macro-political analysis, strategy shifts, and public mood that shaped the election outcome.

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ThePrintAM: WHO ARE THE NEW TAMIL NADU MINISTERS IN VIJAY's EXPANDED CABINET?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 4:04

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ThePrintPod: Vijay will rewrite Tamil Nadu politics. Get ready for long-term dominance

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Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 8:12

The political approach adopted by Tamil Nadu CM Vijay has been measured and strategic. He isn't interested in confrontation and wants to work within the system.

5177: Deepinder Goyal taps Zetwerk, Ethereal Machines for Temple; Tamil Nadu and Kerala get an AI minister; and Scapia closes $63 million round

Moneycontrol Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 6:48

In today's Tech3 by Moneycontrol, Deepinder Goyal's experimental wearable-tech startup Temple picks Zetwerk and Ethereal Machines to scale manufacturing as it prepares to move from hundreds to thousands of devices. We also track travel fintech startup Scapia's fresh $63 million fundraise and why Gen Z travellers are becoming a major business opportunity. Plus, Kerala and Tamil Nadu create dedicated AI-focused ministries, signalling how states are treating artificial intelligence as a governance and economic priority. And finally, Nykaa and Honasa Consumer post strong quarterly growth as India's beauty and personal care market continues expanding.

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S09 Bonus Episode 02: SVK win Sendra Vaara Kringe

Schumy Vanna Kaviyangal

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 96:32

This bonus episode marks the second season of SVK Win SVK and also the first-ever SVK Win SVK episode in podcast format. In SVK Win SVK, we usually discuss the cringe incidents that happened over the past week and sometimes from the recent past as well. A lot has happened recently, so this episode covers all of it. Speakers: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haashiraamaa Senju⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Witcher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ QC Team: Brook | Editor: Dharaneesh Udayakumar | Camera: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Sanji⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Poster: Zoro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Voices at the post credit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Haashiraamaa Senju⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Witcher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | Mokey Mind | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sanji⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zoro⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vivi⁠⁠⁠Details for Pastime ComicsInstagram: ⁠@pastime_comics⁠ Website: ⁠https://pastimecomics.ca⁠Details of New Nithil & CoPayment Method for Supporting Us: ⁠⁠⁠https://razorpay.me/@schumyvannakaviyangalofficial⁠⁠⁠SVK Instagram ID: ⁠⁠⁠⁠SVK Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Annamalai's Big COMEBACK

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 11:50

Annamalai's Big COMEBACK

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Bengal is Just the Start: UP Elections a Cakewalk for Yogi | Tamil Nadu Will Have BJP in 10 Years

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Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2026 53:50

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ThePrintPod: New govts, old debts —what TVK, BJP & UDF are dealing with in Tamil Nadu, West Bengal & Kerala

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 17:19

Three new state governments, three old debts—what are TVK, BJP and UDF dealing with in Tamil Nadu, BJP & Kerala? Within days, the newly appointed Chief Ministers will convene with their Finance Secretaries, and these discussions will have nothing to do with electoral vote shares. ThePrint Consulting Editor (Economics) Bidisha Bhattacharya: --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Read full Report: https://theprint.in/economy/three-new-state-governments-three-old-debts-what-are-tvk-bjp-and-udf-dealing-with/2928391/

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Suvendu's Bengal Dhamaka & Change in Politics | Tamil Nadu | High Court Drama | Anupam Mishra

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2026 51:13

Suvendu's Bengal Dhamaka & Change in Politics | Tamil Nadu | High Court Drama | Anupam Mishra

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Why Royal Enfield didn't really leave Tamil Nadu

Finshots Daily

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 8:23

In today's episode on 14th May 2026, we talk about why Royal Enfield set up its first plant outside Tamil Nadu.Sign up for Ditto's free webinar

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417. Who Owns India's Past?

BIC TALKS

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 51:07

Just outside Madurai, beneath the scorching southern sun, the excavations at Keeladi have unsettled long-held ideas about India's ancient history. Since its discovery in 2014, the site has emerged as one of the country's most contested digs: celebrated by some as evidence of a thriving urban civilisation in South India, and questioned by others as political mythmaking. In her book The Dig, journalist and author Sowmiya Ashok traces this journey from serendipitous find to cultural flashpoint, traveling from Iron Age Tamil Nadu to Harappan Rakhigarhi, revealing how battles over the past shape our understanding of India's layered identity today. Sowmiya will be joined by archaeometallurgist Dr. Sharada Srinivasan whose pioneering work has brought to light insights into ancient mining and metallurgy, having also worked on Iron Age-Early Historic sites especially in Tamil Nadu. They will be in conversation with Pooja Prasanna, of The News Minute. Together they will explore how archaeology, science, and power intersect: revealing an ancient diversity that continues to shape contemporary India. In this episode of BIC Talks, Sowmiya Ashok and Sharada Srinivasan will be in conversation with Pooja Prasanna. This is an excerpt from a conversation that took place in the BIC premises in Jan 2026. Subscribe to the BIC Talks Podcast on your favourite podcast app! BIC Talks is available everywhere, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Castbox, Overcast, Audible, and Amazon Music.

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PoliticallyCorrect: Stalin's allies prop up TVK government in Tamil Nadu—what it means to Vijay Sarkar

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 11:54

If Tamil Nadu CM doesn't want to be at his ‘political enemy' Stalin's mercy, he will need the AIADMK on his side. Either way, his USP as the Dravidian majors' alternative gets diluted, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh elaborates in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/vijay-gets-his-sarkar-in-real-life-too-many-odds-are-stacked-against-him/2927800/

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Vijay sworn in as CM, India-Pak sports rules, and Vinesh under scrutiny

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2026 25:23 Transcription Available

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Arun Janardhanan about C Joseph Vijay taking oath as Tamil Nadu's chief minister, the collapse of the state's long-standing Dravidian political binary, and the coalition arithmetic that now lies ahead. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Mihir Vasavda about the Sports Ministry's new guidelines governing India-Pakistan sporting engagements after the Pahalgam attack. (13:50)And in the end, we look at wrestler Vinesh Phogat's comeback plans being put on hold after the Wrestling Federation of India issued her a show-cause notice. (22:35)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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ThePrintAM: What's behind the impasse over Tamil Nadu Govt formation?

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Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 5:20

What's behind the impasse over Tamil Nadu Govt formation?

CutTheClutter: Twists & turns in the final lap of Tamil Nadu govt formation & how numbers stack up for Vijay's TVK

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Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 26:26

#cuttheclutter There is still uncertainty over Tamil Nadu govt formation. Hours after TVK chief met Tamil Nadu Governor, Chennai witnessed a series of fast-paced developments. While CPI & CPI(M) have backed TVK, there is suspense over IUML and VCK.

No one can Stop Suvendhu Adhikari | Bengal Situation | Tamil Nadu में क्या होगा? | Anupam Mishra

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Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 47:47

No one can Stop Suvendhu Adhikari | Bengal Situation | Tamil Nadu में क्या होगा? | Anupam Mishra

Rajdeep Sardesai Humiliated by Sagarika

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 11:23

Rajdeep Sardesai Humiliated by Sagarika

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5153: Skyroot Aerospace is India's first space-tech unicorn; Tough choices for NPCI; And Hyderabad vs Bengaluru: The GCC race continues

Moneycontrol Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2026 8:10

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Skyroot Aerospace becomes India's first space-tech unicorn with a $60 million fundraise. NPCI accelerates rollout of UPI Meta to make online UPI payments faster amid growing card competition. Hyderabad continues gaining ground in India's GCC race against Bengaluru, while Pronto doubles valuation in a fresh funding round. And Vijay's Tamil Nadu election win puts the spotlight on the growing role of social media engagement in politics.

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The Catch Up: Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM (6 May)

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Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 5:28 Transcription Available

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

CutTheClutter: Vijay's TVK rises in Tamil Nadu:A look at fate of regional parties,challenges & why only few survive

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 22:43

#cuttheclutter Vijay's Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) has ended the rule of Dravidian parties (DMK & AIADMK) in Tamil Nadu after over 5 decades. As TVK rises in the state, #CutTheClutter explains Vijay's politics & policies and how they are not very different from that of the Dravidian parties. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta also looks at the challenges faced by regional parties across India over the years, their fate & why only a handful of them have survived. Episode 1835

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Decoding the assembly election results 2026

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 31:03 Transcription Available

Yesterday, in the Assembly election, most states voted for change. And the biggest result came from West Bengal, where the BJP won a landslide victory, ending Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress' 15 year rule. In Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijay's party, TVK, delivered a major sweep by coming close to the halfway mark and toppling the DMK-led government.The Indian Express' Neeta Sharma with Deeptiman Tiwary, Liz Mathew, Vikas Pathak, and Neerja Chowdhury discuss the larger message of the results including BJP's booth-level consolidation in Bengal, the collapse or weakening of old political structures, Vijay's emergence in Tamil Nadu, alliance dynamics, and what these verdicts signal for national politics.Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

Big Win for Hindus - Bengal, Assam Captured | What will Happen in Tamil Nadu? | Sanjay Dixit

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 27:46

Big Win for Hindus - Bengal, Assam Captured | What will Happen in Tamil Nadu? | Sanjay Dixit

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West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu Election Result Analysis | Bhau Torsekar, Omkar Chaudhary, Abhishek

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 47:45

West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu Election Result Analysis | Bhau Torsekar, Omkar Chaudhary, Abhishek

Final Picture: Who will be West Bengal CM? | Tamil Nadu Alliance? | Assam Clean Sweep | Sanjay Dixit

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2026 17:28

Final Picture: Who will be West Bengal CM? | Tamil Nadu Alliance? | Assam Clean Sweep | Sanjay Dixit

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NationalInterest:BJP surge & Mamata's decimation,Vijay's rise & Left:Takeaways from West Bengal,TN & Kerala elections

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Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 9:35

#nationalinterest As counting of votes for crucial assembly elections draws to a close, ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta shares insights & lessons from the results in three states— West Bengal, Tamil Nadu & Kerala. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To Read Writings On The Wall: https://theprint.in/opinion/writings-on-the-wall/writings-on-the-wall-bengals-epitaph-for-left-is-i-let-doctrine-become-dogma-ideology-obstacle/2913628/

CutTheClutter: How West Bengal, Tamil Nadu, Kerala & Assam election results will redefine Indian politics

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Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 27:04

What are the three big factors behind BJP's victory in West Bengal & Assam? How did the party manage to end Mamata-led TMC rule in the state? What does the rise of Vijay in Tamil Nadu point to? And, how to read Himanta-powered NDA win in Assam? Watch this edition of #CutTheClutter, where ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta & Political Editor DK Singh discuss how today's election results are likely to redefine Indian politics.

BJP Wins Bengal And Assam Elections

The Cārvāka Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 136:33

In this podcast, Kushal and Aadit Kapadia look at the results of the 4 state assembly and 1 union territory elections where BJP sweeps Assam and Bengal and Congress wins Kerala and Vijay makes a stunning debut in Tamil Nadu while NDA retains Puducherry. Buy my book "Blasphemy: Let me Speak": https://amzn.in/d/0bS2pOTc Follow them: X: @ask0704 #bengalelection #momatabanerjee #narendramodi #assemblyelections2026 ------------------------------------------------------------ Listen to the podcasts on: SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/kushal-mehra-99891819 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1rVcDV3upgVurMVW1wwoBp Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-c%C4%81rv%C4%81ka-podcast/id1445348369 Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/show/the-carvaka-podcast ------------------------------------------------------------ Support The Cārvāka Podcast: Buy Kushal's Book: https://amzn.in/d/58cY4dU Become a Member on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKPx... Become a Member on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/carvaka UPI: kushalmehra@icici Interac Canada: kushalmehra81@gmail.com To buy The Carvaka Podcast Exclusive Merch please visit: http://kushalmehra.com/shop ------------------------------------------------------------ Follow Kushal: Twitter: https://twitter.com/kushal_mehra?ref_... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KushalMehraO... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarvakap... Koo: https://www.kooapp.com/profile/kushal... Inquiries: https://kushalmehra.com/ Feedback: kushalmehra81@gmail.com

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Prediction markets are a $150 billion industry. And they had money on Bengal and Tamil Nadu

Daybreak

Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 12:04

West Bengal and Tamil Nadu declared their results yesterday. BJP swept Bengal after fifteen years of TMC rule. In Tamil Nadu, Vijay's TVK won, upending the DMK return almost everyone had predicted, including the platforms that had money on it.Prediction markets are now a $150 billion industry. And they were taking live bets on India's assembly elections, on a platform India officially banned last year. In a recent edition of The Ken's Make In India Competitive Again, Seema Singh wrote about an interesting research paper. While most assume the trading volumes were not high enough for concern, this peer-reviewed paper in Science says otherwise. In fact, this it says, it matters even when the volumes are thin, or maybe especially then. So what is India's ban actually achieving?Tune in.Also listen to: India banned online betting. Polymarket is wagering on our elections anyway.

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EXIT POLL: West Bengal & Tamil Nadu | 4 मई दीदी गई? | Bhau Torsekar, Omkar Chaudhry, Abhishek

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 48:38

EXIT POLL: West Bengal & Tamil Nadu | 4 मई दीदी गई? | Bhau Torsekar, Omkar Chaudhry, Abhishek

Bhau Torsekar Predicts Bengal, Tamil Nadu | BJP Full Majority in Lok Sabha Soon? | Punjab का खेल

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2026 40:41

Bhau Torsekar Predicts Bengal, Tamil Nadu | BJP Full Majority in Lok Sabha Soon? | Punjab का खेल

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Newslaundry Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2026 19:12

This week on Hafta, Manisha Pande and Anand Vardhan are joined by Pooja Prasanna of The News Minute and Sobhana K Nair, senior deputy editor of The Hindu. The panel focuses sharply on the assembly elections in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal, and the contentious issue of delimitation.Check out previous Hafta recommendations, references, songs and letters.Produced by Amit Pandey with production assistance from Sourav. Sound by Naresh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Catch Up: West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls (24 April)

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2026 3:41 Transcription Available

The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

CutTheClutter: How will Mamata Vs Modi fight & SIR row play out in WB, & the Vijay factor in Tamil Nadu elections

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Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 45:43

Highest-ever voter turnout was recorded as polling in two crucial states ended today. Tamil Nadu recorded 84.98% voter turnout, while West Bengal phase-1 elections recorded 92.14%. In today's episode 1829 of #CutTheClutter, ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta explains the key factors and possible game-changers in both elections, along with Political Editor DK Singh. Deputy Editor Moushumi Das Gupta details how the Mamata Vs Modi fight & SIR controversy is playing out in West Bengal, & Special Correspondent Shweta Tripathi joins in from Chennai to break down the major political parties, and the Vijay factor in Tamil Nadu.

The Catch Up: West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls (23 April)