The Morning Brief

From Eveready torches to luxury tents, and from ash-smeared sadhus to Instagram-worthy holy dips, a spiritual extravaganza like no other, where over 400 million devotees, brands, and marketers converge in Prayagraj. They discover how spirituality is shaping India’s consumer culture. With record-breaking revenues and global attention, the Maha Kumbh has become the Super Bowl of India for marketers. Host Ratna Bhushan Talks to Shuvadip Banerjee, Chief Digital Marketing Officer at ITC, Sandeep Goyal, Managing Director at Rediffusion and Anirban Chowdhury talks to Manan Bajoria, Vice President, Growth Marketing at Ixigo.Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: India’s Space Odyssey 2025, How will the H-1B furore pan out?, Building India’s $30 Trillion Future By 2047, Mint Street’s New Maestro, Explaining the Food Inflation Debate, India’s Big Dubai Probe and more!You can follow Ratna Bhushan on her social media: Twitter and Linkedin. Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ola Electric’s recent announcement of its expansion plans on X before the exchanges and the resultant spike in its stock price has earned it the regulator’s ire. Sebi has accused it of flouting market disclosure norms. Are new age listed companies lax about sharing material information on social platforms for quick impact? Or should the regulator move with the times and make disclosure norms more inclusive of other more accessible platforms? Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to ET Prime Editor Shishir Prasad and its markets editor Pravin Palande as well as Sandeep Parekh, former Sebi board member and managing partner at Finsec Law Advisors. Tune in.  Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: India’s Space Odyssey 2025, How will the H-1B furore pan out?, Building India’s $30 Trillion Future By 2047, Mint Street’s New Maestro, Explaining the Food Inflation Debate, India’s Big Dubai Probe and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: TV9 Hindi News, Fatafat NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chinese companies are embracing ‘Indianisation’ strategies. Because of an unsaid mandate from the Indian government, wary of security concerns that Chinese presence brings to the country’s industry. Over the last one year, Chinese giants in consumer electronics and automotive have been establishing joint ventures with Indian companies and appointing Indians on the boards of their units. The alternative is an endless wait for visas for Chinese executives or worse, an outright refusal to set up shop here. Will their efforts be enough to convince the govt? Also India needs Chinese presence to cut its trade deficit with its neighbour. But can it afford a deluge of Chinese expansion here? Host Anirban Chowdhury tries to explain the dichotomy with Writankar Mukherjee and Sharmistha Mukherjee of ET and Amit Bhandari, Senior Fellow, Energy, Investment and Connectivity at Gateway House.Check out other interesting episodes  like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A financial void post retirement can be a scary possibility if you don't start to plan early. How early? Well the day you join your first job preferably. There is a clear math on how much you should save, where you should invest and how frugally you should live, depending on how early you want to retire. Bringing you all those details in this episode of ET Wealth and Beyond is ET’s markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan, M Pattabhiraman, Associate Professor at IIT Madras & Founder of Freefincal and Ravi Saraogi, Co-founder, Samasthiti Advisors. Tune in. You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As global tech layoffs make headlines, IBM is charting a different path in India with ambitious plans for talent expansion and innovation. The tech giant is doubling down on tier-two cities like Kochi and Ahmedabad, building labs, and partnering with startups to leverage AI and hybrid cloud technologies. In this episode, Dia Rekhi speaks to Sandip Patel, Managing Director for IBM India & South Asia, about how IBM is capitalizing on India’s tech talent, its growing market importance, and its vision for the future. From new use cases for watson X to the role of AI in driving innovation, discover IBM’s evolving strategy in the world’s largest tech talent hub. Tune in.  Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: Move Aside Tech Bros!, Will Musk’s Starlink Finally Come to India?, The Economics of Terror, Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: King 5 Seattle, CNBCSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From debunking myths about the Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) to highlighting the importance of decentralized surveillance systems and rapid vaccine development, host Vikas Dandekar talks to Dr. Rajeev Jayadevan, Chairman, Research Cell, Kerala State IMA, Dr. Vinod Scaria, Chief Data Officer, Karkinos Healthcare, and Dr. Raches Ella, Chief Development Officer (Cdo), Bharat Biotech. They discuss the evolving landscape of viral outbreaks, greater pandemic preparedness, and the need for vaccine innovations. Credits: CNNNews, Firstpost, WION, IndiaTodayYou can follow Vikas Dandekar on his Linkedin, Twitter profiles and read his Newspaper Articles.  Check out other interesting episodes  like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s long-awaited Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is finally here, setting the stage for a new era in data privacy and security. The most interesting aspect of the rules is how it seeks to e-protect children. The act, among other things, mandates verifiable parental consent of children below 18 years of age for them to access social media, e-commerce sites and gaming apps. In this episode, host Anirban Chowdhury speaks with Aashish Aryan, Deputy Chief of Bureau, Technology at ET, Geetika Kapoor, a consultant school psychologist and founder of EdEssential, and Nehaa Chaudhari, Partner at Ikigai Law, to break down this key aspect of the Act. From how data fiduciaries will ensure age gating to how they will detect lies and misrepresentations.  Tune in to know more! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: India’s Space Odyssey 2025, How will the H-1B furore pan out?, Building India’s $30 Trillion Future By 2047, Mint Street’s New Maestro, Explaining the Food Inflation Debate, India’s Big Dubai Probe and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the world of index funds and ETFs. Thanks to diversified holdings, lower costs and higher accessibility passive investments have really caught the fancy of investors in the last few years. They have grown at a CAGR of 55% in the last five years. Passive assets are expected to account for 40% of overall assets in India by 2027 up from 13% in 2022. Tune in to this episode as ET’s markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan, Pratik Oswal, head of passive business, Motilal Oswal and Feroze Azeez, deputy CEO, Anand Rathi take you through the fascinating new wave of investments. You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s space program is poised for a transcend in 2025, marking its most pivotal year yet. With ISRO leading missions such as Gaganyaan’s uncrewed test flight, the Chandrayaan-4 lunar return mission, and the ambitious SpaDex docking experiment, India is set to join an elite club of spacefaring nations. Collaborations like the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite will advance climate science and strengthen India’s global scientific standing. Meanwhile, the private sector is gearing up for landmark contributions through cutting-edge satellite launches, propulsion technologies, and public-private partnerships. Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to Chethan Kumar, Senior Assistant Editor (Space, Science & Defence) at TOI, about these initiatives, which promise to redefine India’s space exploration capabilities and cement its leadership on the global stage.You can follow Chethan Kumar on his Linkedin, Twitter profiles and read hi Newspaper Articles.Check out other interesting episodes  like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India is eyeing a manufacturing leap, aiming to raise the sector’s GDP contribution to 25% by 2047. But inadequate housing near industrial hubs threatens this ambition. Enter dorm-style worker housing, inspired by successful models in China and Vietnam. Tamil Nadu is leading the charge with large-scale projects like Foxconn's Sriperumbudur campus housing 18,000 employees. Join Dia Rekhi and Dhruv Shekhar, Senior Associate at Koan Advisory Group, as they discuss this new industrial housing wave, its societal implications, government incentives, and lessons India can learn from global examples. Tune in.  Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: Move Aside Tech Bros!, Will Musk’s Starlink Finally Come to India?, The Economics of Terror, Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sriram Krishnan recent high profile appointment in Donald Trump’s government has sparked a row on immigrant employment and H-1B visas in the US. This episode examines the broader implications of the ongoing debates around immigration, and the gap it exposes between the US’ requirement for a skilled workforce and its immigration policies. Hosts Annapurna Roy, in conversation with Poorvi Chothani, Founder of LawQuest, and Anirban Chowdhury, speaking with Stuart Anderson of NFAP, unpack how these events may shape the future of U.S. immigration policy, and influence the dynamics of the American workforce.  You can follow Annapurna Roy on her Linkedin, Twitter profiles and read her Newspaper Articles.Check out other interesting episodes  like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The exponential growth in markets and investment activity has also led to a surge in the number of traders. These are the skilled craftsmen of the trade, one ear firmly on the ground of India Inc the other on the reverberations of money movements. The massive growth brings its shares of opportunities but also challenges in terms of regulations, tech innovations and newer risks. The world of F&O has especially been in the news for its ballooning numbers as well as losses. How does a trader navigate? Join ET markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan as he talks about all this and more with Piyush Chaudhry, founder of Wave Analytics and Prashant Shah, founder and CEO, Definedge Solutions. Only on the latest episode of ET Wealth and Beyond. You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More and more women are stepping into top leadership roles at Indian tech cos, primarily at Indian units of global tech firms. Recent high-profile appointments highlight a reversal of the long-standing narrative of gender disparity at the executive level. While global tech giants are making strides with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, the question remains: are Indian IT firms keeping pace? How has the rise of GCCs contributed to this trend, and what do the workforce participation numbers reveal? Host Dia Rekhi talks to Munira Loliwala, VP of Growth and Strategy at TeamLease Digital and Harish Bijoor, Brand and Business Strategist as they unpack these questions and explore how the industry can close the gender gap at the highest levels.Tune in.  Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: The Economics of Terror, Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown,  'Apple' Ripe for Picking, Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Body positivity–which once held the promise of being a revolutionary movement that redefined beauty standards and empowered millions to embrace self-love–is now facing an unexpected challenge–the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. As these drugs dominate global markets and reshape perceptions of “ideal” body types, their ripple effects are being felt across industries. From shrinking plus-size influencers to shifting apparel trends, from mental health implications of these transformations to the deeper societal questions they raise – what does the future hold for body positivity? In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Shabori Das navigates cultural and commercial crossroads with candid insights from plus-size influencer Neelakshi Singh, fashion entrepreneur Kartik Sapra, marketing expert Denish Shah, and aesthetician Pauline Brown. Together, they unpack the evolving dynamics of beauty, business, and self-worth. Is the body positivity movement on the wane? Or can it survive the sweeping changes brought about by these new “miracle” drugs? Tune in to find out. If you like this episode from Shabori Das, check out her other interesting episodes on: Corner Office Conversation With Ipsita Das, Managing Director, Moët Hennessy India, Sephora Kids: Why are Children Buying Anti-Ageing Creams, Quick Commerce vs E-Commerce - The Need for Speed in Retail, Decoding Doom Spending and Loud Budgeting, The Commerce of Concerts: All Play No Profits? and more! You can follow our host Shabori Das on her social media: Twitter & Linkedin ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5-minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Credits: ABC News and E! NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By 2047, India aims to become a $30 trillion economy as it celebrates 100 years of independence. Despite recent GDP slowing to 5.4% and inflation concerns, the India Progress Report 2024, co-authored by The Economic Times and Crisil  projects stable growth, with the economy expected to hit $7 trillion by 2031. Driving this are infrastructure investments, manufacturing growth, and renewable energy expansion. While challenges like geopolitical risks and trade uncertainties persist, hopes arr pinned on private investments being unleashed and policy reforms. In this episode which is part of ET India Ascends, host Anirban Chowdhury speaks to Dharmakirti Joshi, Chief Economist at Crisil, Josh Foulger president of consumer electronics business at Zetwerk, and Anmol Jaggi Co-Founder of Gensol Group, about how India can navigate risks and utilise opportunities to achieve its ambitious goals.Credits: Narendra Modi ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are way past the time when women used to stash their savings in cash and gold. The new woman investor is wealthy, ambitious, savvy and not averse to taking calculated risks. Over the last few years their number has grown several multiples to now account for a fifth of the overall investor universe. Join ET’s markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan as he talks to two doyens of the industry: Amisha Vora, chairperson and MD, Prabhudas Lilladher and Lakshmi Iyer, CEO, Investment & Strategy, Kotak Alternate Asset Managers LLP. They share their wisdom and experiences in the latest episode on ET Wealth and Beyond. You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Parliament was abuzz earlier this week as MPs debated the introduction of a landmark constitutional amendment Bill proposing simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies—widely known as One Nation, One Election. Advocates claim it will streamline governance and save resources, while critics warn it could marginalise regional parties and centralise power. In this episode, host Nidhi Sharma dives deep into the proposed 129th constitutional amendment–How does it aim to synchronise India’s electoral cycles, and what are its implications for federalism and democracy? What’s driving the NDA government’s push for this reform? Why is the Opposition so fiercely against it? And what’s next in this high-stakes political showdown?–with Members of Parliament, Manish Tewari, and Sanjay Singh and PRS Legislative Research’s Chakshu Roy.   Join us as we unpack the complexities of this contentious Bill, its historical context, and its potential impact on India's political landscape. Tune in for a balanced analysis of one of India’s most ambitious and debated legislative moves.   Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Polls On My Pod: Rumble in the Jungle of Jharkhand, Polls On My Pod: Haryana Potboiler: Caste Politics, Agniveer and Farm Distress, Polls On My Pod: J&K’s Decade-Long Wait Ends Polls On My Pod: Muted Manipur & The Tamil Nadu Triangle, Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest: An Opposition Shaken or Stirred? and more! You can follow our host Nidhi Sharma on her social media: Twitter & Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5-minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Credits: ANI, Mint, Times Now  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we are tracing the journey of Vishal Retail, from surplus apparel exhibitions to a business that brought global fashion to the masses at unbeatable prices, this narrative explores the challenges of rapid expansion, the risks of short-term debt, and the disruptions that reshaped the market. Host Arijit Barman engages with Gunender Kapur of Vishal Mega Mart, Manas Tandon of Partners Group, and Nishant Sharma of Kedaara Capital to uncover a compelling story of ambition, resilience, and the transformative evolution of affordable retail.If you like this episode, check out more Corner Office Conversations from the podcast: S. Jaishankar, Ravi Kant Jaipuria,Arjun Nohwar, Manoj Chacko, G.V. Prasad, Dara Khosrowshahi, Henry Kravis, Campbell Wilson, Warren K. Harris,Nithin Kamath, Corner Office Conversation With Monika Shergill, VP, Content, Netflix India and more! You can follow our host Arijit Barman on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With stellar credentials and a remarkable career trajectory, the new RBI Governor, Sanjay Malhotra, takes charge amid a two-year low GDP growth rate, persistent inflation, and growing debates on the monetary policy framework. In this episode, host Anirban Chowdhury explores Malhotra’s background and immediate challenges with insights from Deepshikha Sikarwar, National Editor (Economics)  at Economics Times, Sugata Ghosh, Associate Editor at Economic Times, and Indranil Pan, Chief Economist at Yes Bank. From tackling inflation and growth to navigating the RBI’s stance on crypto and NBFCs, we unpack what lies ahead for the new central bank chief. Tune in.  ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______,  and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: NDTV, The Hindu Businessline, India Today, CNBC-TV18, Business Today, The Print, NDTV ProfitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode TMB remembers percussion legend Zakir Hussain. Tune in as we rewind to a rivetting conversation earlier this year between Arijit Barman and the maestro, fresh from his historic triple Grammy win. From his days as a young, wildly innovative table player in the US to his enduring musical relationships with maestros and rockstars across the world;  from the spiritual genesis of Shakti to their latest album; from the rich legacy of Hindustani classical music to AI in music; from social media to social fabric, he talks about it all. Hussain passed on Sunday night, Dec 15 in San Francisco. He was 73. If you like this episode from Arijit Barman, check out his other interesting episodes on Mohamed Alabbar: Beyond Emaar, Burj Khalifa & Dubai, IPL STUMPVISION: Is Disney’s STAR still shining?, How fast can Apple bite into India?, Breaking The Taboo: Time To Regulate And Bet On Betting? And more! You can follow our host Arijit Barman on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Sundaraman Ramamurthy became the chief of Bombay Stock Exchange, he found an organisation that was almost on the brink of irrelevance. He found highly dwindled cash market share, no opening in equity derivatives and a heap of operational issues.  Could he “make the elephant dance?” is the question many asked. But from there, Ramamurthy led a remarkable turnaround of the bourses with a mix of strategic initiatives and basic steps: painstakingly going to hundreds of brokers and asking them what would make them start trading again. While issues still persist, especially in segments such as F&O, Ramamurthy has calm, tactical plans to tide over them.  In this episode of “ET Wealth and Beyond” ET’s markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan talks to Ramamurthy on the story of BSE’s resurgence, the strategy driving this transformation, and its future amidst evolving regulatory frameworks.  Tune in.You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ET CEO Roundtable 2024 brings together India’s top business leaders, policymakers, and industry experts for a thought-provoking discussion on the year’s defining challenges and opportunities. From devastating global conflicts and economic downturns to the rapid rise of AI and shifting power dynamics, the conversation explores how India, despite its challenges, remains poised to harness the best of global disruptions. Against a backdrop of inflationary pressures and rural consumption concerns, the discussion centers on whether India should maintain cautious optimism or unleash its full potential to shape the new world order. Listen in as ET’s associate editor Arijit Barman moderates a highly engaging discussion with: Lakshmi Venu, Director, TAFESalil Parekh, CEO, InfosysZia Mody, Co-founder & Managing Partner, AZB & PartnersUday Kotak, Founder, Kotak Mahindra BankPreetha Reddy, Executive Vice Chairperson, Apollo HospitalsRomal Shetty, CEO, Deloitte South AsiaAnish Shah, Group CEO, Mahindra Group Rohit Jawa, CEO & MD, Hindustan UnileverNicolas Berggruen, Founder, Berggruen HoldingsYou can follow our host Arijit Barman on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India is on the brink of a telecom disruption as the government plans to relax entry barriers for satellite communication (satcom) technology. This could pave the way for global heavyweights like Elon Musk’s Starlink and Jeff Bezos’ Project Kuiper to enter the market. But the move has telecom majors—Reliance Jio, Bharti Airtel, and Vodafone Idea—raising alarms over spectrum allocation policies and market disruption. Join host Dia Rekhi as she decodes the significance of satcom, the potential impact on India’s data market, pricing concerns, and how players like Starlink and Kuiper navigate regulatory hurdles. With Siddhant Cally, Research Analyst at Counterpoint Research, and Ashutosh Sharma, VP, Research Director at Forrester. This episode unpacks the future of India's link with Starlink. Tune in.  Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: The Economics of Terror, Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown,  'Apple' Ripe for Picking, Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Yuval Noah Harari’s latest book Nexus talks, among other things, about information networks and how they are taking humanity away from the truth. The writer and historian has been one of the most prominent iconoclasts of recent times, turning time-honoured theories of human evolution, religion, governance and science on their heads. Harari has been one of the foremost warning voices on the dangers of letting technology rule over humanity. He says that unchecked and unregulated, AI has the potential to destroy humankind. ET’s executive editor Sruthijith KK and editor, views, Indrajit Hazra catch up with Harari on his India visit to launch his latest book. They examine the growing chasm between information and truth, the breakdown of shared reality, dangers of the Trump government, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as the biggest violation of the international order, why the Israel-Palestine conflict is everything that is not Zionism and how India can play a role in resetting the international order. Check out other interesting episodes like: Choked Capital: Why Delhi Leads India’s Air Crisis, India’s Dangerous Misuse Of Antibiotics Pt 1 & Pt 2, COP29: Who will Pay for Climate Action?, Trump 2.0: America First, India….?, and more! You can follow Sruthijith KK on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin or Stories You can follow Indrajit Hazra on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin or Stories Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Investing has evolved over the last decade into something of an art: the canvas is complex and finding the right companies, knowing how much to invest, when to plunge in and pull back and maintaining a fine balance of risk and opportunities requires nothing less than an artist’s skill, precision and even creative thinking. In this episode of “ET Wealth and Beyond”, The Economic Times’ markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan talks to Sunil Singhania, founder of Abakkus Asset Manager LLP and Kenneth Andrade, CIO of Old Bridge Mutual Fund to understand the fine brushstrokes that paint a picture of good investment. Listen in! You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is food inflation truly skewing the effectiveness of monetary policy? The government certainly seems to think so. A combination of volatile food prices, supply side inflation surge, and tame core inflation has led the government to think food inflation had best be excluded from the headline numbers. Now this can be massively consequential as its weightage in the consumer price index is 46%!. So does the change in framework make any sense? Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to Gaura Sengupta, Chief Economist at IDFC FIRST Bank about the Debate Over India’s Monetary Policy Framework. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Indian government’s recent access to data from Germany has unraveled a massive stash of undisclosed properties owned by wealthy Indians in Dubai—worth over ₹1,000 crore. In this episode, Anirban Chowdhury dives into the depths of this financial thriller with ET’s Rashmi Rajput and Sugata Ghosh. They discuss the significance of this treasure trove, its implications for India's tax authorities and perpetrators, and how this could be the beginning of a larger global crackdown on undisclosed wealth. Tune in. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Should we re-examine India’s ‘Growth Story’?, The 2024 Gold Rush, What Will Bitcoin 100k Mean For Indian investors?, Need For Speed To Fill The Skills ______, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s economy just recorded its slowest growth in almost 2 years, with the fastest growing major economy coming back to Earth. Manufacturing stagnated, mining declined, and even government spending—a key growth driver—remains muted. While services posted a strong performance, weak private consumption continues to weigh on the overall picture. In this episode, we unpack the implications of these disappointing numbers. What went wrong? And why did experts—including the RBI—miss the warning signs? With the central bank’s policy meeting looming on Friday, critical questions emerge: Can India recalibrate its strategy to revive growth? Or is it time to fundamentally rethink the nation’s economic trajectory? Join host Anirban Chowdhury as he speaks to renowned economist and former RBI Monetary Policy Committee member Ashima Goyal to explore the state of the economy, the factors behind this slowdown, and the road ahead. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Choked Capital: Why Delhi Leads India’s Air Crisis, India’s Dangerous Misuse Of Antibiotics Pt 1 & Pt 2, COP29: Who will Pay for Climate Action?, Trump 2.0: America First, India….?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: Firstpost, CNBC-TV18See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the next six Saturdays (Nov 30-Jan 11), we will be dropping episodes from our special series ET Wealth and Beyond. Stock tips have become a massive market investment catalyst. As wealth creation becomes a priority for more and more Indians, many are flocking to the bourses armed with nuggets of advice from market makers and financial influencers, aiming to make a quick buck. But this prolific growth, fuelled especially by social media, has also led to high instances of fraudulent accounts posing as genuine market advisers and unreliable information from various internet sections. How does one navigate through the perks and pitfalls of tip trading? In the first episode of this special podcast series ET Wealth and Beyond, ET’s Markets editor Nishanth Vasudevan talks to Kamala K, chief regulatory officer at BSE and veteran investor Vijay Kedia. Tune in. You can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘ET Wealth & Beyond’ on etwealthandbeyond.com, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. About ET Wealth & Beyond: In partnership with The Economic Times, BSE presents the "Wealth and Beyond" podcast, a six-episode series designed to demystify the rules of investor engagement, awareness, and protection. As retail investor participation surges, navigating the complexities of securities markets and making well-informed decisions is critical. This series will feature renowned market experts, who will share insights on The Art of Investing, Traps of Tip Trading, Navigating Futures and Options and more. By addressing these key topics, this podcast series aims to equip retail investors with the knowledge and tools they need to protect their investments and thrive in today’s markets. As securities markets evolve and the number of retail investors skyrockets, there is a need for greater awareness around investor rights, market structures, and the growing array of investment products. Investors today have access to a variety of information channels but are often exposed to unsolicited advice and promises of quick gains, leading to potential pitfalls. This series will help Educate Investors, Promote Market Integrity, Enhance Market Confidence. Tune in to the "Wealth & Beyond" podcast series and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate today’s financial markets responsibly. About BSE: BSE Ltd., India’s leading exchange group, is celebrating its 150th year anniversary this year. BSE has been playing a prominent role in developing the Indian capital market. BSE is a corporatized and demutualized entity, with a broad shareholder base. BSE provides an efficient and transparent market for trading in multiple asset classes including, equity, equity derivatives, currency derivatives, commodity derivatives, interest rate derivatives, SME, startups and debt instruments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Terrorism casts a long, wide shadow—crippling economies, tearing societies, and leaving nations to grapple with enormous costs. In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Dia Rekhi dives deep into the costs of terror. Joining her are Thomas Morgan, Chief Research Officer at the Institute for Economics & Peace, who unpacks insights from the Global Terrorism Index, and Dr. Abhinav Pandya, a counterterrorism expert and Founder of Usanas Foundation, who breaks down the funding machinery of terror outfits. How are terror organizations financed? What role do cryptocurrencies play in fueling extremism? And as nations pour billions into counterterrorism, are we really any safer? Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on the monetary, social, and human toll of terrorism. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: Devious Genius: The “Digital Arrests” Scam Pt 1 & Pt 2, India's CCTV Crackdown, 'Apple' Ripe for Picking, Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: India TodaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gold has had an extraordinary year in 2024, marked 40 record-breaking price peaks and a recent volatility…all influenced by geopolitical events, Fed rate cuts, central bank purchases and Trump’s return to the White House. India’s consumer demand was a standout despite price hikes and helped by a duty cut. Gold-backed ETFs gained traction, growing by 14 tons this year. And let’s not forget the growing demand for the yellow metal in AI technology. Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to Sachin Jain, Regional CEO, World Gold Council, Gayatri Nayak from ET and S Mehta of Indian Bullion and Jewellers Association to chronicle the new age gold rush.Credits: NBC Bay Area, Firstpost, CNA Insider, CNBC-TV18, Mint. Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, What can Nvidia and India do for each other?, Hoax or Horror: The Unprecedented Surge in Flight Threats, Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Bitcoin nears $100,000, Trump’s pro-crypto policies, including a proposed Crypto Czar and a U.S. “Bitcoin stockpile,” are reshaping global sentiment about this asset class. The EU and UK are advancing crypto regulations, while India’s capital markets regulator SEBI hints at a progressive framework despite RBI’s caution. Amid optimism, challenges like the WazirX hack highlight the need for stronger investor protection. Can India embrace a crypto-friendly future while safeguarding its investors? The world watches as crypto evolves in a rapidly changing landscape. Host Anirban Chowdhury discusses the ramifications with CoinDcx's co-founder and CEO Sumit Gupta and ET's associate editor Sugata Ghosh.Credits: NBC News, CNBC Television, CryptosRUsET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, What can Nvidia and India do for each other?, Hoax or Horror: The Unprecedented Surge in Flight Threats, Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With automation and generative AI reshaping industries faster than ever, half of the global workforce may need reskilling by 2025. In this episode, we delve into the urgent need for learning and development (L&D) programs to help Indian professionals stay ahead in a rapidly changing world. Drawing from eye-opening reports by the World Economic Forum, LinkedIn, and McKinsey, we explore how AI is transforming roles across sectors—while also creating significant skill gaps. Why is healthcare, one of the world’s largest workforce sectors, struggling with digital upskilling? How are organizations rethinking their strategies to embrace AI while bridging critical gaps? And what does India’s role look like in this global race for a future-ready workforce? Join host Anirban Chowdhury as he unpacks the challenges and opportunities shaping the skilling revolution and uncovers how industries are gearing up to meet the demands of a tech-driven tomorrow with Coursera’s India and APAC MD Raghav Gupta & Carelon Global Solutions’ President Rajat Puri. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Choked Capital: Why Delhi Leads India’s Air Crisis, India’s Dangerous Misuse Of Antibiotics Pt 1 & Pt 2, COP29: Who will Pay for Climate Action?, Trump 2.0: America First, India….?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Delhi’s air has hit a new low—literally. With pollution levels crossing global safety thresholds, the city is gasping for solutions. Crop burning, rapid urbanisation, and political inaction have created a toxic cocktail choking much of India. In today’s episode of The Morning Brief, Anirban Chowdhury hosts Frank Hammes, Global CEO, IQAir, Dr. Arvind Kumar, Chairman, Institute of Chest Surgery, Medanta, Karthik Ganesan, Fellow & Director, CEEW, and Anubhuti Vishnoi, Senior Editor, ET, to explore the causes, health repercussions, and potential solutions to India’s air quality crisis. Don’t miss this critical conversation on what it will take to clear the air! ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: India’s Dangerous Misuse Of Antibiotics Pt 1 & Pt 2, COP29: Who will Pay for Climate Action?, Trump 2.0: America First, India….?, Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is escalating into a global health emergency, with dire consequences for humanity. As World AMR Awareness Week unfolds, Anirban Chowdhury hosts an insightful conversation with Vikas Dandekar and Dr. Manica Balasegaram, Executive Director at the Global Antibiotic R&D Partnership. Together, they explore the global response, innovative solutions, and India’s potential influence in combating this looming crisis. Tune in! ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! You can also read the full article here. Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, What can Nvidia and India do for each other?, Hoax or Horror: The Unprecedented Surge in Flight Threats, Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: World Health Organization (WHO), Forbes Middle EastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indians are ingesting too many antibiotics. As a result, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is becoming a serious public health crisis, as many commonly used antibiotics are losing their effectiveness. Currently, about 70% of antibiotic treatments fail to work against infections, making it increasingly difficult to treat conditions that once had straightforward solutions. Each year, more patients experience recurring infections, both in outpatient and inpatient settings, and mortality rates continue to rise among those requiring critical care. Hosts Vikas Dandekar and Anirban Chowdhury talk to Dr Viny Kantroo of Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals, and Maneesh Paul of Orchid Pharma trying to understand if AMR could drastically alter healthcare as we know it, posing an unprecedented challenge to future generations.ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out our other interesting episodes like: Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, What Makes India The Emerging GCC Capital?, Taxing Times for Infosys, Quantum Computing: Understanding Qubits And The Future, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinYou can follow Vikas Dandekar on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinTo read more from Vikas Dandekar click hereCatch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As COP 29 unfolds, the stakes are higher than ever. The focus this year is on new climate finance targets. The question is the same: Will developed countries pay up to help the poorer nations battle climate change? And where will the money come from? Host Anirban Chowdhury speaks with Urmi Goswami, Special Correspondent at Economic Times, and Dr. Jai Asundi, Executive Director at CSTEP, to explore whether nations are walking the talk. From India’s evolving stance on energy transition to the G77+China’s position on NCQG, this episode deals with the most pressing issues. Tune in to find out what COP 29 could mean for the future of global climate action. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, What can Nvidia and India do for each other?, Hoax or Horror: The Unprecedented Surge in Flight Threats, Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: Economic Times, Business Standard, NDTV (1), ANC 24/7 (1), CTV News, BBC News (1), Sky News, BBC News (2), Firstpost, CBS Evening News, NDTV (2), ANI News India, ANC 24/7 (2)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Political instability and the constant flip-flopping of voters define the predicament of the Jharkhand State Legislative Assembly since the turn of the century when it came into being. Despite the last two governments completing their terms, no political party can claim with conviction that they have cracked the code in Jharkhand. Join host Nidhi Sharma as she and ET’s own Kumar Anshuman navigate the tricky electoral arithmetic of the state and bring to you the issues, parties and personalities that will decide the fate of one of the country’s most resource-rich states. Don't miss out on this special election series – Polls On My Pod!: Polls On My Pod: Haryana Potboiler: Caste Politics, Agniveer and Farm Distress, Polls On My Pod: J&K’s Decade-Long Wait Ends Polls On My Pod: Muted Manipur & The Tamil Nadu Triangle, Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest: An Opposition Shaken or Stirred? Alliance Arithmetic: Decoding the Political Jigsaw of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, and more! You can follow our host Nidhi Sharma on her social media: Twitter & Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part 2 of our two part deep-dive series on digital arrests, we look at the complex global operations of the scamsters, how these gangs recruit and coerce Indians into crimes, the cross border treaties they exploit, existing legal guardrails against the cyber crime and new rules that have to be implemented to tackle it effectively. Host Dia Rekhi talks nuances and solutions with Kanishk Gaur and legal specialist Khushbu Jain. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, What Makes India The Emerging GCC Capital?, Taxing Times for Infosys, Quantum Computing: Understanding Qubits And The Future, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital arrest scams are spreading fast, targeting unsuspecting victims with frightening precision. Scammers are using deep fake videos, posing as officials, and leaving victims isolated, sleepless, and financially drained. But how do these scams work, and why are people so vulnerable? In this first part of a two-part series, host Dia Rekhi speaks with Dr. Muktesh Chander, Ex-DGP Goa, Cyber Security Expert and Chevening CyberSecurity Fellow from Cranfield University UK., alongside an anonymous victim of one such scam. Together, they delve into the tactics used and the emotional toll these scams inflict. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out Dia’s other interesting episodes like: Behind CCI’s Allegations Against Amazon, Flipkart, Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?, What Makes India The Emerging GCC Capital?, Taxing Times for Infosys, Quantum Computing: Understanding Qubits And The Future, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: ANI NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Donald Trump is back in the White House, defying predictions of a close race by securing a comfortable win against Kamala Harris. His return has significant implications for the world—and for India. From trade and tariffs to immigration and foreign policy, Trump's decisions could shape the future of Indo-US relations. In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Anirban Chowdhury speaks with ET's diplomatic editor Dipanjan Roy Chaudhury to explore the potential impacts of Trump’s second term on India. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Now RBI Wants Banks to Rethink their Business Models, What can Nvidia and India do for each other?, Hoax or Horror: The Unprecedented Surge in Flight Threats, Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credit: Oneindia NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBI’s latest draft guidelines stems from its discomfort in overlapping activities between banks and their subsidiaries. It says banks and not their units should do the core banking activity of lending and deposit taking. This will affect banks' structures, balance sheets and upcoming IPO valuations. In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Anirban Chowdhury breaks down the implications with ET’s Banking Editor Sangita Mehta and Sachin Gupta, Chief Ratings Officer at CARE Ratings Ltd. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, Is mafia extortion returning to India?, India vs Canada: Season X, Noel Tata’s Task Ahead and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when one of the world’s most valuable companies comes with big plans to the world’s biggest tech talent pool? That’s what the world witnessed last week when Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang landed in Mumbai. Huang extolled the virtues of India’s unique talent pool, storehouse of data and national will for innovation and development. He said AI will fuel the next phase of digital transformation in India. Needless to say, there was a barrage of announcements from the company including a tie up with Reliance to build AI infrastructure in the country. So what can Nvidia and India do for each other? Listen in as host Anirban Chowdhury discusses with ET’s tech expert Suraksha P and Jaspreet Bindra, founder AI & Beyond. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, Is mafia extortion returning to India?, India vs Canada: Season X, Noel Tata’s Task Ahead and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: Firstpost, JioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s airlines are facing a never-before, nowhere-else crisis. Close to 100 bomb threat calls in just 7 days, numerous flight delays, and hundreds of crores in losses—India's airline industry is in turmoil. What’s causing this surge in threats, and why is it so difficult to tackle? Will it lead to a fear of flying among passengers, and how are airlines and the government responding? Join host Anirban Chowdhury as he speaks with The Economic Times’ airline tracker Arindam Majumder, Shyamala D., former DIG of the Central Industrial Security Force, and Rajesh Chandra, former head of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security, to break down the situation, its impact, and the measures being taken. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Why The Indian Consumer Is Still Trapped In Dark Patterns?, Is mafia extortion returning to India?, India vs Canada: Season X, Noel Tata’s Task Ahead and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: India TV, India Today, WION, News 18 Rajasthan, CNN-News 18See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ten months after the government stipulated guidelines to curb them, dark patterns continue to be used by ecommerce companies in India-from travel to health tech. These deceptive design strategies are used to manipulate users into sharing personal information or making unintended purchases. With India’s e-commerce market expected to reach $350 billion by 2030, this is a menace that needs to be prevented. But how? Anirban Chowdhury and Dia Rekhi talk to Manisha Kapoor of ASCI, Nidhi Khare, Consumer Affairs Secretary and Sachin Taparia of LocalCircles to understand the nuances and the way forward. You can listen to our earlier episode by Mugdha Variyar on Why dark patterns are under the surveillance spotlight? ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen, Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?, Corner Office Conversation with Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Aviation Group, Has ONDC Managed To Take On Amazon And Flipkart?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin You can also follow Dia Rekhi on social media: Linkedin & Twitter Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SEBI’s new curbs on the high-stakes world of Futures and Options trading mean tighter restrictions for retail traders, such as reduced weekly expiries and increased contract sizes. The game is about to change. Host Himani Kothari talks to Deepak Shenoy, Founder of Capitalmind, and Sudhakara Reddy, Associate Professor of Finance and Control at IIM-Calcutta, to break down why Sebi has implemented these steps, the alarming rise in retail participation, and the staggering losses traders have incurred. You can follow your debutant host Hemani Kothari on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen, Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?, Corner Office Conversation with Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Aviation Group, Has ONDC Managed To Take On Amazon And Flipkart?, and more! Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s underworld, once dominated by figures like Dawood Ibrahim, is witnessing a resurgence with the rise of Lawrence Bishnoi and his gang. Once a small-time outfit, Bishnoi's criminal empire now wields significant power, with the recent high-profile killing of powerful Maharashtra politician Baba Siddiqui sending shockwaves across the country. Is India witnessing the return of an era where gangsters run the business of extortion and fear? Join host Anirban Chowdhury as he talks to ET’s Rashmi Rajput and supercop D Sivandandan to uncover how the Bishnoi gang operates and what this means for the future of organised crime in India. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen, Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?, Corner Office Conversation with Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Aviation Group, Has ONDC Managed To Take On Amazon And Flipkart?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube. Credits: ABP News, midday india, NDTV, India Today, WIONSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India-Canada relations have hit an all-time low after Ottawa accused Indian diplomats of involvement in the assassination of Khalistani extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. India’s retaliatory expulsion of Canadian diplomats has only fueled the crisis further. With global players like the US, China, and the Five Eyes alliance involved, the stakes are high. Join host Anirban Chowdhury as he speaks with Harsh V Pant of the Observer Research Foundation and ET’s Pranab Dhal Samanta to break down the geopolitical, economic, and political factors at play.ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen, Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?, Corner Office Conversation with Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Aviation Group, Has ONDC Managed To Take On Amazon And Flipkart?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following the passing of Ratan Tata, the Tata Group has appointed Noel Tata as the new chairman of Steer Tata Trusts. While Noel has built Tata's retail business into a ₹2.85 lakh crore entity, his new role at the helm of the Trusts comes with different challenges. From managing a complex board of shareholders to navigating the group’s relationship with the SP Group, all eyes are on how Noel will steer the Trusts and its vast influence over the ₹34 trillion Tata empire. In this episode of The Morning Brief, host Anirban Chowdhury discusses with ET’s Kala Vijayraghavan on what Noel Tata’s leadership means for the future of the Tata Group. ET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: Trains to Turbines: How India is Harnessing Hydrogen, Is Bajaj Housing’s High Valuation Sustainable?, Corner Office Conversation with Antonoaldo Neves, CEO, Etihad Aviation Group, Has ONDC Managed To Take On Amazon And Flipkart?, and more! You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Chinese equities being among the cheapest globally, they have sparked renewed interest from value investors. The bull run seems to have had a negative impact on Indian markets. But with past rallies fizzling out, will this time be different? Host Nishanth Vasudevan talks to Manish Bhandari of Vallum Capital Advisors about the historical patterns of Chinese market rallies, the government’s efforts to rebuild trust, and how China’s evolving economic strategies could impact its neighbour. Credits: South China Morning Post, CNBC-TV18, CNBC Television, WION, Bloomberg TelevisionYou can follow our host Nishanth Vasudevan on his social media: Linkedin & TwitterET Podcasts now has a new show. 7@7 is your quick, sharp sub 5 minute daily roundup of financial news from India and the world. Tune in to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Prime Music, Jio Saavn, Youtube or wherever you get your podcasts from! Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts,JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Youtube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.