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Pan-India vs Bihar SIR, Russian sanctions, and Prashant Kishor voter ID row 29.10.2025

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Chief of National Bureau Ritika Chopra about the Election Commission’s new nationwide voter roll revision, what it aims to fix, and how it differs from the controversial Bihar exercise Next, The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy talks about the US and the EU’s latest sanctions on Russia and what they could mean for India’s oil imports and...

The Catch Up: Cyclone Montha turns severe, Odisha evacuates thousands (28 Oct) 28.10.2025

The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Hopes to criminalise match-fixing, a stronger Air Force, and pan-India SIR 28.10.2025

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Vineet Bhalla about the BCCI approaching the Supreme Court and a case that has the potential to criminalise match-fixing, a problem that has plagued cricket in India for many many years.  Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Amrita Nayak Dutta, who shares how during Operation Sindoor, many Pakistani drones entered the Indian airspace, and raised concerns about...

The Catch Up: Andhra Pradesh braces for Cyclone Month (27 Oct) 27.10.2025

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Fake ORS drinks, Kurnool bus crash, and polls halt govt job prep 27.10.2025

First, The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt explains about the food regulator banning all beverages falsely claiming to contain the ORS solution. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry who discusses the Kurnool bus accident that claimed 20 lives and what a new forensic report has now revealed about how it happened. (12:48) In the end, we talk about Patna’s Gandhi Maidan which has now been s...

The Catch Up: Tejashwi Yadav CM face in Bihar, PM Modi skips Malaysia trip and more (24 Oct) 24.10.2025

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Chaos in Mahagathbandhan, reversing brain drain, and Karnataka voter deletion 24.10.2025

First, The Indian Express’ Asad Rehman  talks about the Mahagathbandhan which is in disarray just days ahead of polling. With infighting on at least 12 seats and a delayed CM announcement, the alliance’s cohesion is under serious question. Next, The Indian Express' Ritika Chopra discusses a new government scheme to attract Indian-origin faculty settled abroad amid a global talent race. (18:20) And...

The Catch Up: Tejashwi Yadav, Mahagathbandhan’s CM face in Bihar (23 Oct) 23.10.2025

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Why gold is skyrocketing, money trail of a scam, and Tejashwi's new promise 23.10.2025

First, The Indian Express’ Udit Misra explains why economists are concerned about skyrocketing gold prices and what gives gold its enduring value as a commodity. Next, The Indian Express’ Ritu Sarin shares the findings of her investigation tracing the money trail of a digital fraud, raising questions about the role of banks in such transfers (14:25). And in the end, we highlight the latest promise...

The Catch Up: Sabarimala gold row and BJP’s Claims (22 Oct) 22.10.2025

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A historic Maoist surrender, India's Olympic dreams, and caste survey hurdles 22.10.2025

First, The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry discusses one of the most significant turning points in India’s decades long fight against left wing extremism. Next, The Indian Express' Mihir Vasavda talks about India hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games and what that means for its Olympic ambitions. (12:25) In the end, we also take a look at why Karnataka’s caste survey is now facing resistance. (19:55)...

The Catch Up: Delhi pollution soars during Diwali (21 Oct) 21.10.2025

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Simple tips for a healthier holiday season 20.10.2025

During the festive season, people across the country come together to celebrate, with food—sweet, savory, and deep-fried—often taking center stage. While these treats are fine in moderation, we often indulge more than we should. But how much is too much, and are there ways to make our celebrations healthier? To explore these questions, we speak to Dr Ritika Samaddar, Regional Head, Nutrition And D...

The Catch Up: SC allows 'green firecrackers', Bihar polls candidate list, and more (17 Oct) 17.10.2025

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Central Square Foundation | The evolving space for AI in Education 17.10.2025

As part of our ongoing collaboration with Central Square Foundation, we are excited to bring to you the fourth episode of our five part series where we talk about the evolving landscape of AI in Education. The National Education Policy 2020 marks a bold shift in how we think about technology in learning. It envisions a future where students build not just digital literacy, but also computational t...

Green firecrackers, Nobel in Medicine 2025, and US-India Russian oil row 17.10.2025

First, The Indian Express' Sophiya Mathew talks about the Supreme Court's partial lift on the years long ban on firecrackers while allowing green variants on a trial basis in one of the world's most polluted cities.  Next, we are joined by The Indian Express' anonna Dutt to discuss the Nobel prize winning discovery that redefined our understanding of the immune system and how it protects our body...

The Catch Up: ECI rejects claims of Muslim exclusion in Bihar voter list (16 Oct) 16.10.2025

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China's climate efforts, gun license scam, and IPS officer suicide case 16.10.2025

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about China's recent announcement regarding cutting its greenhouse gas emissions by 7 to 10 per cent by 2035 from its peak levels. He shares the significance of this announcement and what it means for the global fight against climate change. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Arun Sharma about a 100 crore rupees scandal that has been uncovered...

The Catch Up: SC allows ‘green crackers’ for Diwali in Delhi (15 Oct) 15.10.2025

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NDA's seat sharing in Bihar, period leaves, and a $15 billion investment 15.10.2025

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about the seat sharing arrangement within the National Democratic Alliance for the upcoming Bihar Assembly Elections. He shares the number of seats that each party has gotten and the significance that it holds. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about the Karnataka state cabinet approving the Karnataka Menstrual Leave Policy 2025...

The Catch Up: BJP releases first list for Bihar polls (14 Oct) 14.10.2025

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India’s economic mystery, insurance mafia, and Israel-Hamas ceasefire 14.10.2025

First, The Indian Express' Udit Misra talks about the Indian economy and why many experts are surprised by the fact that it appears to be doing well. Next, we are joined by The Indian Express' Saman Hussian who explains how a man allegedly killed his entire immediate family for the payout from their insurance policies, and why this may not be an isolated incident. (15:54) Lastly, we discuss a rare...

The Catch Up: Gaza hostages freed after two years (13 Oct) 13.10.2025

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Taliban minister in India, Bengal MBBS rape case, and AI image stirs tensions 13.10.2025

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi's first official visit to India. He shares what this visit means and how significant this visit is for India's foreign policy.  Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Tanushree Bose about another case of sexual assault reported in West Bengal. A MBBS student from a private m...

The Catch Up: Shoe hurled at CJI, India-UK bilateral talks, and more 10.10.2025

The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

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