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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)
 
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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)

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express’ Amitabh Sinha discusses what Iran’s nuclear programme involves, the damage sustained at nuclear sites and why this has become a major challenge.

Next, we talk to  The Indian Express’ Brendan Dabhi on how Ahmedabad city police is using artificial intelligence to prevent stampedes during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra. (11:48)

And in the end, we talk to  The Indian Express’ Parul Kulshrestha about the arrest of a casting director in Udaipur in connection with the alleged rape of a French tourist. (17:11)

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the students who go abroad and especially to Iran to study medicine. Currently the Indian government is making efforts to bring back all Indians from Iran and Anonna shares why so many of them are medical students.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Divya A about private papers of public personalities that are stored at the Prime Minister's Museum and Library. She discusses the case of Sonia Gandhi reclaiming some of Jawaharlal Nehru's private papers and restricting access to them and how the organisation wants to take...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

We begin this episode by marking 50 years since the Emergency was declared in 1975. The Indian Express’ Neerja Chowdhury joins us to revisit what led to this authoritarian period, and how it reshaped Indian politics.

Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Brendan Dabhi about the aftermath of the Air India crash and the challenges involved in the identification of victims through DNA profiling. (19:38)

And in the end, we take a look at a Supreme Court case involving a former Black Cat commando convicted of killing his wife. (28:55)

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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

After weeks of rising tensions, the Iran-Israel conflict escalated on Saturday night when the US launched strikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites, using powerful bunker-busting bombs designed to hit even the most fortified targets.

So now the big questions are—what does the US getting involved mean for Iran, for the region, and for India? To help us unpack this, we’re joined by The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor, Shubhajit Roy.

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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Firstly, we talk to The Indian Express' Nikhil Ghanekar about the Etalin hydropower project in Arunachal Pradesh, which recently received in-principle forest clearance and what this means for the biodiversity-rich Dibang Valley.

Next, The Indian Express' Karan Mahadik discusses WhatsApp’s decision to roll out advertisements on its platform and why this shift is happening now. (11:30)

And in the end, we discuss the US’ military airstrikes on Iran, targeting three major nuclear facilities, Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. (21:05)

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The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Aishwarya Raj about the Uttarakhand helicopter crash in which all the people on board including the pilot died. The helicopter was carrying seven people, who were travelling from Kedarnath to Guptkashi as a part of the Char Dham Yatra.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Sadaf Modak about the victims of the Air India plane crash. She specifically talks about the seven Portuguese passengers on the plane who lost their lives and how they were all connected with each other and India. (7:21)

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The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

Firstly, The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy joins us to discuss the recent thaw in India-Canada relations and what came out of the meeting between Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Mark Carney at the G7 summit.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sohini Ghosh about a copyright case involving YouTuber Mohak Mangal and the news agency ANI, which has filed complaints alleging unauthorized use of its video content. (10:58)

And in the end, we look at India’s evacuation advisory in Tehran as tensions rise between Iran and Israel and what steps the Indian govern...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Mishra about the GDP or the Gross Domestic Product calculation for India. He shares that the base year for the calculation of the GDP is being revised, how the base year is chosen and how important it is for the GDP calculation process.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about the Israel Iran conflict. Since Israel attacked the nuclear facilities in Iran, there has been a speculation regarding the nuclear materials and weapons going off or of a radiation leak happening. But is that a possibility? Amitabh...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sukalp Sharma about the investigation into the Air India Dreamliner crash near Ahmedabad that claimed 241 lives and how critical evidence like black boxes and civilian videos could shape the inquiry.

Next, we turn to Pune, where The Indian Express’ Parthasarathi Biswas discusses the collapse of a decades-old pedestrian bridge at the popular monsoon site Kundamala killed four people and injured many others. (17:35)

And in the end, we discuss the official announcement that India’s next Census will be conducted in 2027. (27:15)

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First, we talk to The Indian Express' Parimal Dabhi about the challenges that the families of the people who passed away in the Air India plane crash are facing. He talks about the DNA tests, the plight of those who were at the medical college when the crash happened and the one survivor of the incident.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the tensions in the Middle East. He talks about Israel's attack on Iran and Iran's retaliation, why it happened and India's stance on the conflict. (9:34)

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The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

First, we discuss the London-bound Air India Dreamliner that crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad yesterday, killing 241 of the 242 people onboard, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

Next, The Indian Express’ Neerja Chowdhury joins us to talk about the BJP-led NDA government’s performance one year into its third term, and the path ahead, especially as the country moves toward the 2027 Census and key state elections. (03:05)

And finally, we turn to the rise of drone warfare, as The Indian Express’ Deeptiman Tiwary explains how drone swarms work, their impact on military planning, and how India...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Shubham Tigga about the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana, India's flagship health insurance scheme. The implementation of the scheme is facing challenges in Jharkhand. Shubham talks about the hurdles that the state is going through and how it is impacting the healthcare system.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nihkil Ghanekar about a report by the National Tiger Conservation Authority and the Wildlife Institute of India regarding tiger population in India. Along with that, we also discuss how a decline in the population of the animals that form a...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Deputy Editor Liz Mathew about the Centre’s announcement that the long-delayed Census will now take place in 2027 and the key political reforms like women’s reservation and delimitation, and why the delay has raised concerns.

Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Brendan Dabhi about an alarming report showing that 37 lakes in Ahmedabad have effectively vanished due to rapid urban development. (11:11)

And in the end, we discuss the rare initiation of an impeachment process against Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav of the Allahabad High Court, over alleged hate speech. (21:22)

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about Shubhanshu Shukla, an Indian Air Force officer who is a part of the Axiom mission 4, a flight to space. He is the second Indian to go to space after Rakesh Sharma and the first to go to the International Space Station.
Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the high cost of drugs for rare diseases. Some Indian rare disease patients are now reaching out to the court to try and solve this problem. (13:49)

Lastly, we speak about the tragic Mumbai train accident that...

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express.

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Deeptiman Tiwary about the Centre’s newly notified regulations for Ladakh, why key demands like Sixth Schedule protections remain unmet, and how Ladakhis are responding to the move.

Next, we speak to The Indian Express’ Ankita Upadhyay about an emerging health crisis among Indian children - metabolic malnutrition, the hidden health risks, and the signs schools and parents should be watching out for. (13:45)

And in the end, we discuss Canada’s invitation to India for the upcoming G7 Summit and why this outreach signals a possible thaw in diplomatic ties bet...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Niharika Nanda.
Today is the 6th of June and here are the headlines.

PM Modi Flags Off Vande Bharat Trains, Inaugurates Chenab Bridge
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged off two Vande Bharat trains between Katra and Srinagar and inaugurated two key rail bridges—India’s first cable-stayed bridge over Anji Khad and the world’s highest rail bridge over the Chenab River. At a rally in Katra, he asserted that any obstruction to Jammu and Kashmir’s development would face him first. Modi lau...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sanath Prasad about the stampede that was caused at the Chinnaswamy stadium in Bengaluru after Royal Challengers Bengaluru announced a victory parade post their first IPL win. He talks about how it all happened, the causes and the government's response. 

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Shubham Tigga about a tiger safari that is being planned by the Jharkhand government on the fringes of the Barwadih Western Forest Range, which is part of the Palamau Tiger Reserve. He shares the details of the plan and the concerns that have been b...

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Today is the 5th of June and here are the headlines.

1. Karnataka HC Seeks Report on RCB Victory Parade Stampede
The Karnataka High Court has directed the state government to submit a detailed report on the tragic stampede at Bengaluru’s Chinnaswamy Stadium during RCB’s IPL victory parade, which killed 11 and injured 33. The court seeks clarity on causes, preventability, and future safeguards. CM Siddaramaiah ordered a magisterial probe led by Bengaluru Urban Deputy Commissioner. Overcrowding—2–3 lakh attendees in a stadium built for 35,0...

First, The Indian Express’ Tanushree Bose takes us through the case of the 22-year-old law student who has been arrested by the Kolkata Police over her “objectionable” social media post.

Next, amid the ongoing debate over the size of the Indian economy, The Indian Express’ Udit Misra breaks down what global rankings actually reveal,  and whether India is really the fourth-largest economy (10:38).

And finally, we bring you updates on the grim flood situation in Assam, where at least 12 people have lost their lives in just 24 hours (24:40).

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Today is the 4th of June and here are the headlines.


1. Multi-party Delegation Briefs EAM on Anti-Terror Diplomacy Tour
A multi-party delegation led by BJP leader Baijayant Panda met External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar after returning from visits to Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Algeria to rally support against Pakistan-backed terrorism. The team included MPs and leaders across party lines, including Asaduddin Owaisi and Ghulam Nabi Azad. The delegation briefed Jaishankar on their findings, highlighting India's global rise under PM Modi...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amit Kamath about Gukesh Dommaraju's win against Magnus Carlsen in the Norway Chess Tournament. Amit who is in Norway covering the tournament, shared the details of the game, reactions given by both the players and what this result meant to them.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Dheeraj Mishra about the Bairabi-Sairang railway line that finally connected Mizoram's capital Aizawl to the national railway network. He shares the significance of this line and how it will impact Mizoram. (14:16)

Lastly, we speak about the backlash being faced by Kamal...