3 Things

First, The Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah tells us how several workers got trapped inside a rat-hole mine in Assam last week, and the political slugfest it has led to. Next, The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy talks about why India has now chosen to increase its engagement with the Taliban and what was discussed in their latest bilateral meeting (16:50). Finally, we discuss...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 14th of January and here are today's headlines. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during the 150th anniversary celebration of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), praised the country’s meteorological advancements for enhancing disaster management and limiting casualties. Modi emphasized how India’s accurate w...

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Saurabh Parashar about the Himachal scholarship scam. He shares how the scam was uncovered, what all has been revealed in CBI's investigation, and how an ED assistant director allegedly was involved in the case. Next, The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt speaks to us about ISRO's SpaDex Mission which was launched at the end of 2024. She talks about the project, its...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Niharika Nanda. Today is the 13th of January and here are the headlines. An estimated 40 crore people are expected to descend on the banks of the Ganga in Prayagraj for the Maha Kumbh Mela, which commenced today and will end on February 26. Besides this, 50 lakh pilgrims and sadhus plan to stay in camps for the entire duration of the ev...

First, The Indian Express's Udit Misra explains why the 'First Advance Estimates' of India’s GDP for the current financial year are a cause for concern. Next, The Indian Express's Amitabh Sinha discusses what 2024 breaching the 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit really means and what it reveals about our climate change preparedness (15:40). Finally, we take a look at how Old Ahmedabad is witnessing...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 10th of January and here are this week’s headlines. After news of respiratory infections caused by human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China, at least seven cases of the virus were detected during routine surveillance by ICMR’s (Indian Council of Medical Research) network of laboratories. Clarifying the status of...

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Maulshree Seth about the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 which is being held in Prayagraj. She talks about the arrangements being made and what makes this year special. Next, The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy speaks to us about Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, his resignation from his post and what happens now. (14:42) Finally, we talk ab...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 9th of January and here are the headlines. PM Modi Inaugurates Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, Highlights India's Global Rise Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, emphasizing India’s increasing global stature over the past decade. He inaugurated and toured four exhibitions showcas...

First, The Indian Express' Jayprakash Naidu tells us about Mukesh Chandrakar, a journalist from Chhattisgarh who was allegedly murdered last week by two men, including his cousin and childhood best friend, Suresh Chandrakar. Next, The Indian Express' Vidheesha Kuntamalla explains how IIT campuses across the country have changed six years after implementing the 20% quota for women (10:00). Finally,...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 8th of January and here are today's headlines. AAP Leaders Protest Near PM's Residence, Demand Media Tour of House AAP leaders Saurabh Bharadwaj and Sanjay Singh staged a protest near the Prime Minister's official residence at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg, Delhi, but were blocked by security forces. Bharadwaj criticized t...

First, The Indian Express' Kanchan Vasdev speaks to us about the farmers protest happening at the Khanauri and Shambhu border. She also talks about the reason behind the farmer organization's refusal to meet the high powered committee constituted by the Supreme Court.  Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the Human metapneumovirus. She shares the symptoms of the virus, how seriou...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 7th of January and here are today's headlines. Delhi Election Schedule Announced The Election Commission of India has revealed the poll schedule for the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections. Voting will take place on February 5, and results will be announced on February 8. The current Delhi Assembly's term ends on Feb...

First, The Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah explains why India is planning to construct the country’s largest hydropower dam in Arunachal Pradesh and why the locals are opposing it. Next, The Indian Express’ Udit Misra discusses the reasons behind the rupee’s fall against the dollar and the factors influencing the exchange rate (13:42). Finally, The Indian Express’ Jayprakash Naidu provides updates...

The headlines of the day from The Indian Express.

First, The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy speaks to us about the world's largest dam - The Brahmaputra dam project being constructed by China and how it will impact India. Next, we talk to The Indian Express'  Ajoy Sinha Karpuram who shares with us how reservation is linked to religion and how over the years it's been studied and challenged. Finally, we talk about the Huma...

The headlines of the day from The Indian Express.

What do AQI levels actually tell us? What are the short and long term effects of air pollution? Why doesn’t the WHO recommend masks for air pollution? Do air purifiers really help? And what steps can the government take to tackle this problem effectively? Today on the show, we are joined by Dr. G.C. Khilani to discuss everything you need to know about air pollution. Dr. Khilani is the chairman of...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 2nd of January and here are the headlines. The Supreme Court slammed the Punjab government today over the hunger strike by farm leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, saying that the state’s attitude appeared to be against reconciliation and its officials were spreading the wrong impression that the court is trying to...

This week we are talking about the biggest moments of 2024 and what all we can look forward to in 2025. Till now we have discussed the biggest events that shaped politics this year, the trends in the health sector, the key changes adopted by the judiciary in 2024, developments in tech and AI, the most significant sporting moments of the year and the developments that shaped geo politics. And today...

As part of our year-end series, The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor, Shubhajit Roy, joins us to discuss the most significant geo-political challenges India faced in 2024 and how they shaped the country’s diplomatic strategies and global standing. Produced by Shashank Bhargava Audio clips sourced by Ichha Sharma Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Niharika Nanda. Today is the 31st of December and here are the headlines. On the last day of the year, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh expressed “regret” and “apologised” for the ethnic strife that has gripped the state since 3rd May, 2023, leaving dozens dead and thousands homeless. Addressing the press in the first such comments,...

As part of our ongoing year-end series, we present the latest episode of the Express Sports podcast. Hosts Mihir Vasavda, Amit Kamath, and Vinayakk Mohanaranga wrap up 2024 by discussing its most significant sporting moments, shedding light on the triumphs, controversies, and unforgettable events that defined the year. Produced by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha Sharma Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 30th of December and here are the headlines. In view of the statewide bandh called by two Punjab farmer unions, security has been amped up with several groups of farmers gathering at key locations on highways and railway stations at 6.30 am onwards. The bandh call was given in support of farmer leader Jagjit S...

This week we are talking about the biggest moments of 2024 and what all we can look forward to in 2025. Till now we have discussed the biggest events that shaped politics this year, the trends in the health sector and the key changes adopted by the judiciary in 2024. And today, Nandagopal Rajan, COO, The Indian Express Online, joins us as a part of our year-end series to talk about the major trend...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 27th of December and here are this week’s headlines. Three members of the Khalistan Zindabad Force, who were allegedly involved in grenade attacks at police establishments in border areas of Punjab, were killed in an encounter in Uttar Pradesh’s Pilibhit district on Monday. The encounter was jointly conducted...