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VC firms in India have been shifting their strategies, mirroring the cautious approach of private equity peers. The growth-at-any-cost mentality has faded post-2021. VCs are now focusing on startups with clear paths to profitability. Is this shift a temporary response to the funding winter, or a fundamental change in Indian venture investing? Are VCs now content with modest returns instead of high-risk, high-reward ventures? Apoorva Mittal speaks with Abhay Pandey of A91 Partners, Anand Lunia of India Quotient, and ET’s in-house VC expert Digbijay Misra to explore these questions. Tune in to The Morning Brief to hear about the evolving landscape of venture capital in India!Check out other interesting episodes like - How Nvidia Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Gold is Old: How Rich Indian Women Invest Now, Hyundai’s Mega IPO, India's Big Bond Breakthrough, Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Option Traders’ Lunch? and more! You can follow our host Apoorva Mittal 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.

From planning the perfect destination to capturing Instagram-worthy moments, travel thrills us all. Travel not only reduces stress but also boosts happiness, a trend backed by the Mastercard travel report showing 97 million passengers through Indian airports in just the first three months of 2024! Join ET's Prachi Verma on this episode of The Morning Brief as she dives into the latest travel trends and upcoming hot destinations. Hear from Madhavan Menon, Chairman of Thomas Cook, Rajesh Magow, co-founder and group CEO of MakeMyTrip, and Santosh Kumar, Country Manager for India, Sri Lanka, Maldives and Indonesia at Booking.com. Discover why Munich, Tokyo, and Albania are trending summer destinations and get inspired to choose your next adventure, whether it's beaches, mountains, or cultural escapades. Tune in to The Morning Brief! Check out other interesting episodes like - How Nvidia Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Gold is Old: How Rich Indian Women Invest Now, Hyundai’s Mega IPO, India's Big Bond Breakthrough, Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Option Traders’ Lunch? and more! You can follow Prachi Verma 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 PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Remember the market chaos during the last election? A massive upswing after the exit polls, followed by the biggest plunge in four years. Investors rushed to capitalise on the dip, but a technical glitch delayed transactions, causing missed profit opportunities. Imagine your screen freezing during a critical trade, or not being able to access your demat account when the market is volatile. Market glitches like these, while not frequent, can lead to losses worth hundreds of crores and impact discount brokers to full-scale brokers, and even commodity traders at MCX, which faced a four-hour outage in February. In today’s episode, we delve into the causes and impact of these glitches. Are they a Dalal Street peculiarity or a global phenomenon? Has the regulator noticed, and what actions are being taken? Join Anirban Chowdhury and Nikhil Agarwal as they discuss these issues with NSE's former CTO Sankarson Banerjee and ⁠Sivakumar Jayachandran, Founder & CEO, Oi Pulse & 1Cliq. Tune in to The Morning Brief to understand the hidden risks of market trading! Check out other interesting episodes like: How Nvidia Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Gold is Old: How Rich Indian Women Invest Now, Hyundai’s Mega IPO, India's Big Bond Breakthrough and more! You can follow Nikhil Agarwal on his social media: Twitter and Linkedin You can follow our host Anirban Chowdhury on his 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.

Trigger warning: This episode contains mentions of death, addiction and substance abuse. Listener discretion is advised. This episode of The Morning Brief podcast dives into the tragic hooch incident in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu, which took 55 lives and left over 200 people battling for survival. We tell the story through the eyes of those who lost their loved ones and others who are hoping upon hope that their family members pull through and come out alive. So, why is hooch so popular and how is it made? How does bootlegging work in India? How common are hooch tragedies, and is prohibition the solution? How does prohibition impact states that rely on alcohol revenue? Dr. Sukant Khurana and Dr. Brooks Robinson who have co-authored the book ‘A Case Against Alcohol Prohibition in India’, shed light on the making and dangers of illicit liquor with host Dia Rekhi. Tune in! If you like this episode from Dia Rekhi, check out her other interesting episodes on: How Nvidia Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Murder, Mayhem, Money: Why True Crime Sells, Weaving Woes: Why are Tiruppur’s Textile Mills Shutting Down? and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on her 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 Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government-run Jan Aushadhi Kendras and chains like Generic Aadhaar offer medicines at a fraction of market prices, but pharma giants warn of quality risks. So, why is the All India Drug Action Network (AIDAN) advocating for the promotion of generic medicines despite quality concerns? How do pharmacy chains like Generic Aadhaar ensure the quality and affordability of their generic drugs? In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Kiran Somvanshi delves into the heated debate over low-cost generic medicines with Dr. Gopal Dabade from the Drug Action Forum, Arjun Deshpande of Generic Aadhaar, and ET's pharma expert Vikas Dandekar to explore the pros and cons of this pivotal policy move. Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow our host Kiran Somvanshi on her social media: Twitter & LinkedinCatch 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.

Nvidia has dethroned Microsoft to become the world’s most valuable company! Tune into The Morning Brief podcast to explore its meteoric rise, its dominance in the AI sector, and the strategic brilliance of CEO Jensen Huang. With a $3.335 trillion market cap and GPUs in high demand, Nvidia’s stock has soared 182% this year. What sets them apart and their future prospects in the AI-driven world? Host Dia Rekhi asks Bob O'Donnell, President of TECHnalysis Research and Rhys Williams, chief strategist at Wayve Capital and one of Nvidia’s earliest investors. Tune in!Check out other interesting episodes like: Gold is Old: How Rich Indian Women Invest Now, Hyundai India’s Mega IPO, Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on her 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 Google Podcasts. Credits: NDTV, Bloomberg Television, Sky News, CNBC, World Governments SummitSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women investors are breaking the mold with gold. As more affluent women take charge of their wealth, they diversify into varied asset classes like listed equity, structured debt, and hermes bags as revealed in a recent study by Waterfield Advisors. In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Apoorva Mittal explores this trend with insights from Nupur Garg, founder of Winpe, Suhasini Sampath, co-founder of Yoga Bar, and Priti Rathi Gupta, Founder of Lxme. Discover how wealthy women are redefining investment strategies and taking a more active role in wealth management. Tune in!Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow our host Apoorva Mittal 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.

Get ready for what could be the biggest IPO in India this year! Hyundai Motor India, the nation's second-largest automaker, is hitting the market. The car maker may raise between ₹21,000 crore to ₹25,000 crore. The listing could surpass LIC's record-breaking IPO of ₹20,600 crore! Why is India crucial for Hyundai's growth and how could this mega IPO pave the way for more global giants to enter the Indian market? Join Anirban Chowdhury on The Morning Brief podcast with Mahantesh Sabarad, a senior equity analyst, Felipe Munoz, Global Automotive Analyst at JATO Dynamics, and Sharmishtha Mukherjee of ET to explore what's in it for investors, Hyundai's ambitious expansion plans in India, and their promising electric vehicle strategy. Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes like: India's Big Bond Breakthrough, Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Option Traders’ Lunch?, Swiggy vs Zomato, Coming Soon on Stock Exchanges, 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 Google PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s medical entrance exam NEET-UG 2024 is at the centre of a major controversy. Allegations of paper leaks, dubious marks, and inconsistencies surround one of the world’s largest competitive exams by number entrants, affecting millions of aspiring doctors. In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Prachi Verma explores the uproar with insights from TOI’s Manash Pratim Gohain, Dr. Sai Sairam from Sri Ramachandra Medical College, and Nitin Kukreja, CEO of Allen Career Institute. How did we get here, and what’s next for the future doctors of India? Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: K-Pop to k-colleges: Korea Craze Continues, Hidden Talent Pool: How Companies Are Embracing Transgender Inclusion, Mission Admission, Inside the High-Stakes World of IIT Placements, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more! You can follow our host Prachi Verma on their 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. Credits: Republic World, The Indian Express, Mirror Now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s government bond market is on the cusp of a massive transformation. Last September, JP Morgan announced the inclusion of Indian government bonds in its Emerging Market Bond Index, marking a major milestone after a decade of discussions with Indian authorities. In today's episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Bhaskar Dutta dives into what this means for our economy, the potential influx of $20-40 billion of foreign investment, with G. Mahalingam, Former Executive Director of RBI, and Saket Banka from HSBC India. Tune in to understand the euphoria and risks of India’s global bond index inclusion! Check out other interesting episodes like: Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Option Traders’ Lunch?, Swiggy vs Zomato, Coming Soon on Stock Exchanges, and more! You can follow Bhaskar Dutta on his social media: 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. Credits: Moneycontrol, News9 Live, WION, Bloomberg Television See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last three months, India faced at least 56 deaths from 25,000 heat stroke cases, with 5,000 occurring in May alone. Shockingly, this data excludes severely affected states like UP, Delhi, and Bihar. In the first part of this episode, we explored the devastating effects on agriculture, labor, and daily life. In the second episode, we focus on the challenges of detecting and tackling heat waves, and the urgent need for better data and solutions. Listen to host Anirban Chowdhury in conversation with Aditya Valiathan Pillai of SFC, Dr Rajeev Jayadevan, Chairman - Research cell, Kerala state IMA, and Dr S Chatterjee, Internal Medicine Physician, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, in the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heat is scorching India, with temperatures in northern regions reaching unprecedented levels of 50 degrees Celsius. Delhi has seen highs of 52.9 degrees, while early monsoon drizzles in Bombay bring uncomfortable humidity. This escalating crisis threatens India's economy, with projections indicating a 4.5% GDP reduction by 2030 due to rising heat. Vulnerable populations are disproportionately affected, and over 25,000 lives were lost to heatwaves between 1990 and 2020. This two-part episode of The Morning Brief podcast explores the devastating effects on agriculture, labor productivity, and public health. Host Anirban Chowdhury discusses with Avinash Kishore of IFPRI, Aditya Valiathan Pillai of SFC, Saransh Bajpai of WRI India and Ratna Bhushan of ET. The inadequate responses like increased air conditioning and highlight the urgent need for robust heat action plans. Listen to this very crucial episode as experts propose comprehensive strategies for developing a heat-resilient nation, aiming to safeguard both people and the economy from the relentless heat. Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

Rahul Gandhi's comeback in India's blockbuster general elections defied every exit poll and expert prediction. Once the target of the ruling party and its IT cell’s jokes, Gandhi walked across the country..literally..twice..into many more hearts than people had given him credit for. From bearing the dynast cross to taking countrywide barbs in his stride to leading an opposition that snatched unbelievable swathes of political territory from the NDA in elections 2024, the rise of Brand RaGa is a story to tell. Host Ratna Bhushan does that with Prathap Suthan, the man behind campaigns like Incredible India, brand specialist Santosh Desai, and senior editor CL Manoj of The Economic Times! If you like this episode from Ratna Bhushan, check out other interesting episodes on Munch Kings: The Haldiram’s Story, Corner Office Conversation with Ravi Kant Jaipuria, The Man Behind Pepsi’s Fizz, Climate Change: From Biosphere to Board Rooms, Teens and Mental Health in India, and more! You can follow Ratna Bhushan on her social media: Twitter and Linkedin. Follow us for the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on your favourite podcast streaming platform: ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. Credits: Narendra Modi, Hindustan Times, Brut India (1), Brut India (2), Rahul Gandhi, India Today, Business TodaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a whirlwind seven-phase election spanning from April 19 to June 1, India has delivered a stunning verdict. Against all exit poll predictions, BJP faced a crushing defeat in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, while regional giants like Mamata Banerjee in Bengal and the DMK-INDIA bloc in Tamil Nadu rose to prominence. With BJP falling short of the 272-seat magic mark, coalition politics is back after a decade. Now, the party's future hinges on the unpredictable support of allies like Chandrababu Naidu and Nitish Kumar. Join Nidhi Sharma with Swaminathan Aiyar, Consulting Editor at The Economic Times, Aditya Khemka, Fund Manager at InCred Asset Management, and Sanjay Kumar, Professor and former Director of CSDS as they dissect the election results, their implications for Modi 3.0's economic policies, the future of smaller political parties, and the anticipated market reactions. Tune in to this insightful analysis on Polls On My Pod! Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 & LinkedinCatch 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.

The epic 7-phase election has concluded, and India’s choice will soon be revealed. Join us as the Economic Times' political bureau recounts their in-depth coverage from Kashmir to Kanyakumari in our special election series – Polls On My Pod. In this final episode, hosts Anirban Chowdhury and Nidhi Sharma take you behind the scenes, sharing untold stories and experiences from their travels across constituencies. Get the scoop on the chase for big interviews and hear from top journalists CL Manoj, Rakesh Mohan Chaturvedi, Kumar Anshuman, Jatin Takkar, Vatsala Gaur, and ⁠Krishna Thevar. Tune in for an exclusive peek into the adventures and anecdotes that shaped our election coverage! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more! You can follow our hosts Anirban Chowdhury & Nidhi Sharma on their 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.

Remember the sensation that was India's Most Wanted with Suhaib Ilyasi in the late 90s and early 2000s? Or maybe CID was your go-to for crime and comedy? Today, true crime has exploded onto streaming platforms, becoming one of the hottest genres. In this episode of The Morning Brief podcast, we dive deep into its deliciously murky world, exploring why it’s the flavour of every season. Also, the rise of true crime on OTT platforms, its production value, and the gripping stories that have us hooked. Join Dia Rekhi in a conversation with Aryaan Misra and Aishwarya Singh, Hosts of Desi Crime Podcast, Tom Wright, Co-Founder, Project Brazen, and Christo Tomy, Director of Curry and Cyanide: The Jolly Joseph Case. Tune in! If you like this episode from Dia Rekhi, check out her other interesting episodes on Weaving Woes: Why are Tiruppur’s Textile Mills Shutting Down?, Unpacking Wipro’s Woes: Can the IT Giant Bounce Back?, Chip Country: How Tata Group Is Powering India’s $1 trillion Electronic Dream, and more! Connect with our host Dia Rekhi 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. Credits: 90s Time Travels, Ringtones Hub, The Unusual Chanel, Netflix 1, Netflix 2, Netflix 3, Netflix 4, Netflix India 1, Netflix India 2, Netflix 5, Humans of Cinema, KTLA 5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The skincare landscape in India has been significantly reshaped since the pandemic. Terms like serums, active ingredients, double cleansing, guasha tools, glass skin, and the Korean clear skin regime have become household names among skincare enthusiasts. A new phenomenon, ‘Sephora Kids’ is now making waves in the US, where preteens and early teens are increasingly using anti-aging products. This trend appears to be making its way to India, raising questions about its implications for the Indian skincare market and the young consumers embracing these practices. Host Shabori Das dives deep into this emerging trend with Denish Shah, Marketing Professor at Georgia State University, Atlanta, Dr. Chytra Anand, CEO of Kosmoderma, and Shankar Prasad, CEO and Founder of Plum Goodness. Tune in to this insightful episode of The Morning Brief for an in-depth analysis of the skincare revolution among Gen Alpha in India! Check out other interesting episodes like 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?, Rewriting India's Toy Story, The Karobar of a Bar and more! You can follow our host Shabori Das on his 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.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Arvind Kejriwal exchange sharp accusations as the battle intensifies in the last leg of the 18th Lok Sabha Elections. In this episode of Polls On My Pod, we explore the unique electoral landscapes of Punjab and West Bengal, where local issues and state policies shape voter sentiment. From the farmer protests in Punjab affecting BJP’s prospects to Mamata Banerjee’s dynamic campaign in Bengal, we analyse the key factors at play. Join host Nidhi Sharma as she reports from the ground, offering insights into the complex political dynamics and the voices of the electorate. Tune in to The Morning Brief podcast as she speaks to ET’s Jayatri Nag, along with two farmers!Credits: Narendra Modi, Aam Aadmi Party, The Indian Express Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 & LinkedinCatch 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.

A small revolution has taken place in Jammu and Kashmir! Record numbers of people, from first-time voters to those who have boycotted elections for decades, came out to vote for a new government. Even Kashmiri migrants returned home to participate. In this election special series ‘Polls On My Pod’, we explore the implications of these elections, the highest turnout in 35 years for the Anantnag-Rajouri constituency, and the significant changes since the revocation of Article 370 in 2019. Listen to host Anirban Chowdhury in conversation with Anubhuti Vishnoi, Senior Editor at ET, Rahul Tripathi, Editor (Internal Security), ET, and Hakeem Irfan, Journalist, ET (Jammu and Kashmir). Tune in to the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast!Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

The ripple effect of the Russia-Ukraine conflict has stretched far beyond its epicenter, reaching as far as Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu -- India’s knitwear capital. Tiruppur, often dubbed ‘Dollar Town,’ is renowned for contributing over 50% to India’s knitwear exports. However, the city now faces a crisis. Rising energy costs, inflation, reduced Western consumption, and local challenges like insufficient government support and high yarn prices have taken a toll. Factories are closing, jobs are vanishing, and the city's once-bustling industry is grinding to a halt. Is this solely a Tiruppur issue or a broader industry problem? Can India achieve its ambitious $100 billion textile export target by 2030? Why is India’s textile industry losing to competitors like Bangladesh? Tune in to The Morning Brief podcast with host Dia Rekhi, M P Muthurathinam, President of Tiruppur Exporters and Manufacturer Association, Raja M Shanmugham, President of Tiruppur Exporters Association, and Neelesh Hundekari, Partner in Consumer & Retail Practice at Kearney. Tune in! If you like this episode from Dia Rekhi, check out her other interesting episodes on Unpacking Wipro’s Woes: Can the IT Giant Bounce Back?, Chip Country: How Tata Group Is Powering India’s $1 trillion Electronic Dream, AI in Music: Whose Voice Is It Anyway?, Google vs Apps: The 3-Year Long Fight Just Heated Up!, Apple Takes The Bite Out of The DMA, and more! Connect with our host Dia Rekhi 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. Credits: Guardian NewsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) proposed changes for project financing could significantly alter how infrastructure and real estate projects are funded. The central bank has suggested increasing the provisioning for all project-backed loans to enhance accountability and project viability. A recent government survey of 1,873 projects revealed substantial delays and cost overruns, highlighting the need for stricter regulations. Yet, the new guidelines have sparked debate among banks and companies, who argue that higher provisions could impact profitability and increase capital costs. With stakeholders invited to comment until June 15, host Anirban Chowdhury delves into whether these norms will ultimately benefit or hinder the sector. Tune in to The Morning Brief podcast for an in-depth analysis from Anil Gupta, head of financial sector ratings at ICRA, Shravan Sampath, a renewable energy sector professional, and ET’s Sangita Mehta.Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

Taunts and titters are flowing thick and fast as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections heat up after the apex court’s recent interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal. In this episode of The Morning Brief's special election podcast, 'Polls On My Pod', we dive into the elections in Delhi and Haryana – two small but crucial north Indian states. Here, the fight isn't just about numbers; it's about prestige. Listen to Nidhi Sharma in conversation with ET’s Jatin Takkar, BJP’s Praveen Khandelwal and Congress’ Jai Prakash Aggarwal. Tune in!Credits: AamAadmiParty, Narendra Modi, Indian National CongressCheck out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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.

Haldiram's, a bhujia maker that started from a modest shop in Bikaner, is now a multi-billion-dollar business wooed by private equity giants, at valuations topping a staggering Rs 70,000 crore. What makes Haldiram's so attractive? Is public listing a possibility too? Can its GenNext continue to steer the group towards more growth? In this episode, host Ratna Bhushan explores the group’s fascinating story of nearly nine decades: from Ganga Bhishen Agarwal’s vision to a thriving snacks empire. With Pavitra Kumar, author of Bhujia Barons, and ET’s associate editor Arijit Barman. Only on The Morning Brief. Tune in! If you like this episode from Ratna Bhushan, check out other interesting episodes on Corner Office Conversation with Ravi Kant Jaipuria, The Man Behind Pepsi’s Fizz, Climate Change: From Biosphere to Board Rooms, Teens and Mental Health in India, and more! You can follow Ratna Bhushan on her social media: Twitter and Linkedin. Follow us for the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on your favourite podcast streaming platform: ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. Credits: Moneycontrol, MintSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After years of relentless effort, India has signed a contract with Iran to operate its port of Chabahar. The port can potentially give India a firm foothold in global trade opening up easy routes to Afghanistan, and access to Central Asia and Europe.It will help India rival Pakistan’s Gwadar port and China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative. But US’ sanctions on Iran and its trade partners loom very large and could unsettle the project. Host Anirban Chowdhury analyses with Arun Kumar Gupta, former Managing Director of India Ports Global, and ET’s P Manoj in the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast. Tune in now!Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

US-based trading firm Jane Street Group has taken 2 former employees to court for allegedly stealing a confidential and immensely valuable trading strategy for the Indian derivatives market that helped it rake in a billion dollars. This has raised questions about trading firms’ profits coming at the expense of unsophisticated mom-and-pop traders. The Morning Brief’s latest episode lays threadbare why 90% of active retail traders lose money on derivatives and how trading firms are emerging as playground bullies wrestling away your lunch money as daily expiry compounds your problems. Hosts Anirban Chowdhury and Nikhil Agarwal talk to index options expert, Chetan Panchamia and head of technical and derivative research at JM Financial Services Ltd, Rahul Sharma. Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls On My Pod: The Jal, Jungle, Zameen Struggle, Corner Office Conversation with Abhishek Lodha, CEO of Macrotech Developers, K-Pop to K-colleges: Korea Craze Continues, And more! You can follow Nikhil Agarwal on his social media: Twitter & Linkedin You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his 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. Credits: Nirmala SitharamanSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For this episode of Polls On My Pod, we travelled through India's coal belt, where mining threatens elephants & villagers. Tribals, facing crop destruction, demand solutions. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, a once Naxal-controlled region recently held elections. Villagers, for the first time, voted in their own villages, boosting turnout! Is development possible without harming the environment? Can communities rebuild after Naxal influence? Catch Nidhi Sharma in the latest episode of the special election series by The Morning Brief podcast. She speaks to Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, Jharkhand Chief Electoral Officer K Ravi Kumar, and locals to understand the issues affecting the elections. Tune in! Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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.

Macrotech Developers, led by MD Abhishek Lodha, is aiming to be more than just a sales-topping builder. Lodha wants the company to be a consumer goods firm, focusing on accessibility and desired locations for homebuyers. This comes with a boom in India's luxury housing market and a predicted threefold growth in the realty sector by 2034. Listen to Hosts Anirban Chowdhury and Kailash Babar on The Morning Brief podcast for the full interview where Lodha discusses the potential of India's real estate market, challenges of urbanisation, and sustainability in the sector. Tune in! 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, and more! You can follow our host Anirban Chowdhury on his 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.

From BTS to Bibimbap, K-culture is taking over India's Gen Z! But it's not just K-Pop and K-Dramas anymore. Studying abroad in South Korea is becoming super popular. But why the sudden surge? Host Prachi Verma dives into the reasons behind the "K-College" craze! South Korea offers high-quality education, lower costs compared to Western countries, and a chance to experience the Korean culture firsthand. Is South Korea the next big study abroad destination for India? Listen to Shantanu Singh, Director of EduCandor, and Rohin Kapoor, Partner - Management Consulting at BDO. We also get you the voices of two Indian students, one who is pursuing higher education in South Korea and the other on her way to South Korea. Tune in to the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast!Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 Prachi Verma 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, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Budget airline IndiGo is shaking things up! It just ordered a bunch of giant Airbus A350 planes, which translates to things the LCC has never offered before: long haul international flights and a semi premium product. This could be a game changer for Indian aviation, given it controls more than 60% of the market. The new planes are expensive to own and fly, competition is fierce, and it'll take time to turn a profit on those long trips. Can IndiGo make it work? Anirban Chowdhury asks Kapil Kaul, CEO of consultancy firm CAPA India, and ET’s aviator-in-chief Arindam Majumder in the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast. Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes like The Kotak Kerfuffle, Age No Bar: Insurance Reforms Reach India’s Elderly, A Bird, A Bureaucrat, & A Big Judgement, Vistara in Turbulence, Will JSW-MG Bring More Chinese Car Makers to India? And more! You can follow our host Anirban Chowdhury on his 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. Credits: CNBC-TV18See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rahul Gandhi's strategic move to contest from Rae Bareli, a seat steeped in history, sets the stage for intense electoral drama. From interesting contests in Madhya Pradesh to the new factor of Rajput agitation in Gujarat and the nationwide impact, host Nidhi Sharma dissects the battlegrounds and issues shaping the upcoming elections. Tune in for exclusive insights and expert analysis from ET’s C L Manoj and D P Bhattacharya on the evolving political landscape. Also, listen to what Digvijaya Singh told ET’s Jatin Thakkar about contesting his last election. Don't miss out on the gripping narrative unfolding in India's democratic arena with TMB's special election series Polls On My Pod!Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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 this episode of The Morning Brief podcast, external affairs minister S. Jaishankar talks about his role in the elections, Biden’s “xenophobic” remark, terror elements in Canada, problems in Pakistan and Myanmar, his critique of Nehru’s foreign policy and what OTT series he is currently watching with ET. Tune in now! If you like this episode, check out more Corner Office Conversations from the podcast: Ravi Kant Jaipuria, Arjun Nohwar, Manoj Chacko, G.V. Prasad, Dara Khosrowshahi, Henry Kravis, Campbell Wilson, Warren K. Harris, Nithin Kamath, and more! You can follow our host Anirban Chowdhury on his 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.

Wipro, a leading Indian IT company, has been under the spotlight for a string of high-profile exits. CEO Thierry Delaporte's abrupt resignation before his term's end follows a trail of senior departures, including CFO Jatin Dalal and growth officer Stephanie Trautman. Can Wipro's new captain, veteran Srinivas Pallia, navigate the choppy waters? This episode of The Morning Brief podcast dives deep into Wipro's challenges. Was it a leadership crisis under Delaporte's restructuring efforts? How will global economic uncertainties impact them? Host Dia Rekhi speaks with two ace analysts - Phil Fersht of HFS Research and Peter Bendor-Samuel of Everest Group to decode the issues and explore what it'll take for Wipro, under Pallia's leadership, to reclaim its former glory as an IT bellwether. Tune in! If you like this episode from Dia Rekhi, check out her other interesting episodes on Chip Country: How Tata Group Is Powering India’s $1 trillion Electronic Dream, AI in Music: Whose Voice Is It Anyway?, Google vs Apps: The 3-Year Long Fight Just Heated Up!, Apple Takes The Bite Out of The DMA, and more! Connect with our host Dia Rekhi 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. Credits: The Economic Times, CNBC-TV18 (1), CNBC-TV18 (2), CNBC-TV18 (3), WIONSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food delivery giants Swiggy and Zomato are set to battle it out on the stock exchange! But can Swiggy challenge the reigning champion Zomato? Hosts Mugdha Variyar and Apoorva Mittal dive deep into this delivery duel as they analyse Swiggy's story, Zomato's dominant market share, and what it all means for investors. Hear from market analyst Karan Taurani of Elara Capital and cloud kitchen brand Ghost Kitchen’s Founder Karan Tanna on whether Swiggy can close the gap or if the IPO will be a hit. Buckle up for a juicy financial showdown as they discuss it all on the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! If you like this episode from Mugdha Variyar, check out her other interesting episodes on Quick Commerce vs E-Commerce - The Need for Speed in Retail, Everyone Wants a Piece of Ranjan Pai, The ABCs of Building AI in India, The IPO Bazaar: Should You Shop or Drop?, Explained: Why dark patterns are under the surveillance spotlight? and more! If you like this episode from Apoorva Mittal, check out her other interesting episodes on From LOL to ROI: Decoding Moonshot with Devaiah Bopanna, Founders, Talkers: The Rise of Entrepreneur Podcasts, AI and Elections: Deepfaking Democracy, Bitcoin Bites Into Wall Street and more! You can follow Mugdha Variyar on social media: Twitter and Linkedin You can follow Apoorva Mittal 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. Credits: Mint, CNBC-TV18See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of The Morning Brief’s election special series “Polls On My Pod," we delve into the recent challenge of credibility surrounding the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. As the battle of rhetoric escalates between political heavyweights, the Election Commission of India has taken the unprecedented step of serving notices to the BJP and Congress for alleged violations of the model code of conduct by their star campaigners: PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. Join your hosts Nidhi Sharma and Anubhuti Vishnoi from ET and OP Rawat, former Chief Election Commissioner of India, as they dissect the implications of the EC’s actions.Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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.

The RBI has barred Kotak Mahindra Bank from signing up new customers through online and mobile banking channels and issuing fresh credit cards. The move–a bankers’ biggest nightmare–has resulted in Kotak Mahindra Bank losing a billion dollars in market value, and third place in market cap to its nearest rival Axis Bank on the bourses. The Morning Brief’s latest episode sheds light on the reasons behind RBI’s unilateral action, what it means for Kotak and what’s wrong with the banking sector’s adoption of tech that attracts the ire of RBI over and over again. Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to ET’s senior editor Sangita Mehta and Umesh Jain, Digital and Technology consultant, 9dots consulting partners. Former CIO & CTO Yes Bank, NSE. Credits: NDTVCheck out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

Ravi Kant Jaipuria, Chairman of RJ Corp is responsible for 1/6th of the world guzzling Pepsi. His company Varun Beverages is PepsiCo’s best bottler in the world. The markets love the company whose stock has surged by 300% in two years. But there’s much more to Jaipuria’s nearly $3 billion business empire: QSRs, tea parlours, stem cells and schools. In a candid chat with host Ratna Bhushan on The Morning Brief, Jaipuria talks about how he keeps the fizz in his business intact after so many years. He also shares international expansion plans, acquisition ambitions, impact of climate change on his operations, Reliance as a rival and never before insights on succession. If you like this episode from Ratna Bhushan, check out other interesting episodes on Climate Change: From Biosphere to Board Rooms, Teens and Mental Health in India, Patanjali's Slippery Slope: From Sensation to Scrutiny, Coca-Cola’s Mega Marketing Transformation, Brand Battles: Locals Vs The Giants, and more! You can follow Ratna Bhushan on her social media: Twitter and Linkedin. Follow us for the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on your favourite podcast streaming platform: ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The insurance’s removal of age caps for buying insurance policy can be the start of much needed reforms in this sector. But questions on expense and accessibility remain. In this podcast, we break down the intricacies of these regulatory amendments, especially for senior citizens with pre-existing conditions like diabetes and hypertension. Anirban Chowdhury and Shilpy Sinha talk to Dr S Prakash MD and CEO Galaxy Health & Allied Insurance Company and Mahavir Chopra, Founder, Beshak.org. Credit: ZeeBusinessCheck out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinYou can follow our host Shilpy Sinha on her social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch 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.

On this episode of ‘Polls On My Pod,’ host Nidhi Sharma dissects the surprising turnout in the first phase of India's 18th Lok Sabha elections. With a notable 3% decrease compared to parliament election 2019, several questions arise: was it the scorching heat, voter fatigue, or a growing sense of apathy? This episode delves into the factors behind this decline and brings you firsthand accounts from the election trail in Bihar, Kerala, and Maharashtra. Don't miss this election special episode of The Morning Brief podcast for an in-depth analysis of India's democratic process with ET’s own Political Bureau reporters C L Manoj, Kumar Anshuman, Anubhuti Vishnoi and Jatin Takkar. Check out the other interesting episodes like Polls On My Pod: Saturation States of Rajasthan & MP, 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. Credits: Narendra Modi, The Tribune, Doordarshan NationalSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alarmed by recent reports of questionable ingredients in baby food, protein powders, and even masalas, The Morning Brief podcast delves into the state of India's processed food industry and its product safety system. Host Kiran Somvanshi dissects the issue with Dr. Arun Gupta, convenor of Nutrition Advocacy in Public Interest or NAPi, Award-winning journalist Michael Moss, author of ‘Sugar, Salt, Fat’ and ET’s Ratna Bhushan. Together they probe into the condition of India’s broken food safety. Is it a case of not having food safety laws? Or is it about their poor enforcement? What prompts multinational companies from adopting discriminatory food standards across their different markets? And what should we in India be most worried about? Tune in to this must-listen episode! Check out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more! You can follow our host Kiran Somvanshi 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.

The world of media and entertainment is going through an era of generational disruption. Some find it scary; others are excited at the fast and furious pace of mega consolidation. Host Arijit Barman sits down with Arjun Nohwar, the GM of Warner Brothers Discovery in South Asia to talk about content, commerce and cinema navigating this landscape. On a personal note, Arjun’s own career path is as interesting as his current industry. From being a key part of a legacy conglomerate like the House of Tatas, he moved to Uber when ride hailing companies, themselves were changing the rules of mobility in big and small cities world over. He joined Warner Brothers to launch its streaming services HBO Max – now rebranded Max -- in India but thanks to a mega merger with Discovery the plans got pushed. But with multiple lines of business – network, content licenses, movie distribution, streaming, consumer products and maybe even theme parks there is a lot to unpack. In between all this Arjun is also a champion golfer with several trophies and a handicap that’s everybody’s envy. So tune in and tee off for a frank and candid tête-à-tête.Films in the Montage: Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Dune: Part Two, FURIOSA : A MAD MAX SAGA, BarbieCheck out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, 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, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India gears up for its most extensive electoral journey yet! The 18th Lok Sabha elections kick off this Friday, April 19, spanning across seven phases. With 102 Lok Sabha constituencies up for grabs in the first phase across 21 states, the battle for governance begins! Join us for an exclusive two-part episode of The Morning Brief podcast diving deep into the heart of the electoral battleground. In the second part of this episode, host Nidhi Sharma gets you ground reality from Rajasthan. She also gets you insights from Rakesh Mohan Chaturvedi who travels through different constituencies of Madhya Pradesh.Don't miss out on this special election series – Polls On My Pod! Check out the other interesting episodes like 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.

India gears up for its most extensive electoral journey yet! The 18th Lok Sabha elections kick off this Friday, April 19, spanning across seven phases. With 102 Lok Sabha constituencies up for grabs in the first phase across 21 states, the battle for governance begins! Join us for an exclusive two-part episode of The Morning Brief podcast diving deep into the heart of the electoral battleground. In the first part of this episode, host Nidhi Sharma gets insights from Shantanu Nandan Sharma and Bikash Singh as they travel to Manipur and Dia Rekhi as she explores multiple constituencies of Tamil Nadu. Don't miss out on this special election series – Polls On My Pod! Check out the other interesting episodes like Arvind Kejriwal’s Arrest: An Opposition Shaken or Stirred?, Alliance Arithmetic: Decoding the Political Jigsaw of Lok Sabha Elections 2024, Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, 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.

The Great Indian Bustard, a majestic bird on the brink of extinction, is caught in a conflict between conservation and renewable energy. Out of this battle has come a landmark judgement from the Supreme Court: the fundamental right against the adverse impact of climate change. Host Anirban Chowdhury explores both sides of the legal tussle and analyses the newly adjudicated fundamental right. Can it truly protect those affected by climate change? With Shravan Sampath a renewable energy sector professional with stints in Reliance, Equis Funds Group and Brookfield; former bureaucrat and wildlife conservationist MK Ranjitsinh Jhala who’s leading the fight to protect GIB; Shibani Ghosh Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court, and visting fellow, Sustainable Futures Collaborative and Kanchi Kohli, author and environmental law and policy researcher. Tune in! Credit: macaulaylibrary.orgCheck out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, 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, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wondered how the guys behind those outrageously funny AIB sketches became the masterminds behind crazy-effective ad campaigns? Buckle up, because in this episode, we dive into the world of Moonshot with Deviah Bopanna himself! Deviaha, along with his fellow AIB writers, took their signature brand of sharp wit and unapologetic humor and turned the advertising world on its head. Host Apoorva Mittal cracks the code on Moonshot's magic formula. How they take care-a-damn content and turn it into client gold, and how they convince even the biggest stars to get their goofy on. Get ready for a insightful conversation with Devaiah Bopanna, Co-founder, Moonshot, on the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast!Credit: AIB, CREDCheck out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more!You can follow our host Apoorva Mittal 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.

Vistara pilots are unhappy with a new contract which makes many of them fly more and earn less. Several have stayed away from work, leading to flight cancellations and travel headaches. The airline has maxed out pilot schedules, leaving no wiggle room for contingency rostering. This mess highlights the challenges of merging Vistara with Air India, known for its own labor issues. It's not uncommon - airlines worldwide struggle with mergers and acquisitions. What issue do pilots have with the new contract? Will things get worse before they get better? What can Vistara learn from past airline mergers and the Tata Group's own integration struggles? Host Anirban Chowdhury gets into the details with John Strickland, Founder & Director - JLS Consulting, Mahantesh Sabarad, an independent market expert, and ET’s aviation expert Arindam Majumder in the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast. Tune in! Credits: NDTV, CNBC-TV18Check out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, 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, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India's audit profession is at a critical juncture. From risks rising for auditors, increased public scrutiny, audit fees becoming a bone of contention and a decline in students pursuing Chartered Accountancy.. the list of challenges galore. However, the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) is driving positive change, and the demand for specialized forensic audits is growing. Host Kiran Somvanshi explores the challenges and the rewards of this profession with Vishesh Chandiok, CEO - Grant Thornton Bharat LLP. They also discuss the impact of new technologies that are revolutionizing the field and whether a career as a Chartered Accountant is still worth it? Tune in to the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! Check out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more!You can follow our host Kiran Somvanshi 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.

With Prime Minister Narendra Modi rallying his troops with the war cry of "Ab ki baar chaar sau paar," the stage is set for a gripping electoral showdown. From the BJP's strategic moves, including partnerships with regional heavyweights like Chandrababu Naidu's TDP, Jayant Chaudhary's RLD, and others, to the intricate balancing act of the Opposition's INDIA bloc, host Nidhi Sharma talks about the evolving political landscape in this episode of The Morning Brief podcast. How crucial are these alliances? Can they tilt the scales in favor of one coalition over another? And what implications might they hold for the future trajectory of Indian politics? ET’s political experts Rakesh Mohan Chaturvedi and C L Manoj answer all these questions and more. Tune in!Check out the other interesting episodes like Elections & Extremism: Ground report on the Push for polling in the Naxal-infested Bastar, Caste Census: Data for Development or a Political Ploy?, State Elections 2023: The Political Playbook You Need to Know, The Young Chanakyas of 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.

We all know content is king, and Indian entrepreneurs are taking the podcast world by storm. But why? Are these shows just a branding and marketing exercise disguised as content for their hosts and guests? Apoorva Mittal gets into the details with Ankur Warikoo, Entrepreneur and Content Creator, and Shantanu Deshpande, Founder of Bombay Shaving Company & Host of The Barber Shop Podcast. Tune in to the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! If you like this episode from Apoorva, check out her other interesting episodes on Copy vs Copyright: Whose Content Is It Anyway, Why hemp is hot but still not happening, Vile & Viral: Growing Toxic Work Culture and much more! You can follow our host Apoorva Mittal 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. Credits: CRED, SparX by Mukesh Bansal, Nikhil Kamath, Food Matters Group, ZomatoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indian stock market is testing for same-day trade settlement (T+0), which will make it among the fastest stock markets in the world: faster than Wall Street which takes 2 days to settle trades. While still optional and limited to a few stocks, it’s an aggressive move. The layers of its complexity were recently compared by Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch to peeling an onion. But cutting onions brings tears. And sure enough, not everyone is happy. Foreign investors that bring in big money to the market have called transitions to T+1 and T+0 too fast and unsettling. But Sebi,under Buch, is firm. Will FPIs come round? How will it impact intra-day traders and brokers? And how long before T+0 moves to instant settlement? TMB’s latest host Nikhil Agarwal discusses all of this threadbare with Sunil Sanghai of NovaaOne Capital, Nilesh Sharma of Samco Securities, and ET's Associate Editor Sugata Ghosh. Tune in!Check out the other interesting episodes like Long Work Hours: Productive or Punitive?, The Great Indian Job Jhol, Vile & Viral: Growing Toxic Work Culture, ESOP Fables: Risks and Rewards, and more! You can follow Nikhil Agarwal 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, Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy’s Instamart seem to have alarmed the e-commerce OGs Amazon and Flipkart as quick commerce is not just about onions and tomatoes now. There’s a lot more added to the cart! While shopping for groceries, you can also add jewellery, cosmetics, clothing, and toys to your basket. And all this in just under 15 minutes. So, can quick commerce take on the e-commerce behemoths? Mugdha Variyar and Shabori Das discuss with Zepto CEO Aadit Palicha. Also listen in for analysis from Devangshu Dutta, Founder, Third Eyesight Retail Consultant. Tune in to The Morning Brief podcast! If you like this episode from Mugdha Variyar, check out her other interesting episodes on Everyone Wants a Piece of Ranjan Pai, The ABCs of Building AI in India, The IPO Bazaar: Should You Shop or Drop?, Explained: Why dark patterns are under the surveillance spotlight?, COP28: Another cop or another cop-out?, and more! If you like this episode from Shabori Das, check out her other interesting episodes on Decoding Doom Spending and Loud Budgeting, The Highs And The Lows of Energy Drinks, The Commerce of Concerts: All Play No Profits?, Rewriting India's Toy Story, What cheap fast fashion actually costs, and more! You can follow Mugdha Variyar on social media: Twitter and Linkedin You can follow Shabori Das on 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.