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This is the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I am Ichha Sharma. Today is the 22nd of April and here are today’s headlines. En route to Jeddah today for a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described the nation as “one of India’s most valued partners — a maritime neighbour, a trusted friend and a strategic ally”. He also said that the partnership between the t...

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Harikishan Sharma about the status of the Jal Jeevan Mission, a plan to provide tap connections to rural households and its implications. Next, The Indian Express' Pragynesh talks about the Delhi building collapse which claimed 11 lives. (13:50) Lastly, we remember Pope Francis' papacy that began in March 2013 and came to an end on April 21. (24:51) Hosted by...

This is is the catch up on 3things by The Indian express and I am Niharika Nanda. Today is the 21st of April and here are today’s headlines Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the policies that his government is working on are going to shape the future of the next 1,000 years. Addressing an event organised on the occasion of Civil Services Day, Modi said the holistic development of India...

First, The Indian Express Deeptiman Tiwary discusses Mehul Choksi, a key accused in the Punjab National Bank loan fraud, was arrested in Belgium. Second, we talk to The Indian Express' Vidheesha Kuntamalla about the frequent US visa revocations of the Indian students and its implications. (10:59) Lastly, we speak about why BJP MP Nishikant Dubey is again at the center of a controversy. (18:55) Hos...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 18th of April and here are this week’s headlines. Fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi has been arrested in Belgium following an extradition request by India, according to sources. Choksi is wanted by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate in the ₹13,000 crore Punjab National Bank fraud case. He had been residing...

First, The Indian Express' Varinder Bhatia discusses the Robert Vadra and DLF land case amid ED's recent summons. Second, we talk to The Indian Express Nikhila Henry about Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi being at the center of another controversy. (11:25) Lastly, we discuss the Assam panchayat elections' recent electoral conduct debate. (17:04) Hosted by Ichha Sharma Produced and Written by Shashank...

This is the Catch Up on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I am Ichha Sharma Today is the 17th of April and here are today's headlines The Supreme Court declined to stay changes to the Waqf law after the Centre assured no recruitment would occur in Waqf boards and councils, and that Waqf properties would not be denotified until the next hearing. A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khan...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Misra who discusses the impact of the Trump administration on the US' global reputation amid the geopolitical tensions. Next, The Indian Express' Deeptiman Twary talks about ED's recent chargesheet against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and the leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi. (14:54) Lastly, we talk about the Supreme Court's observations on the Waqf (Am...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 16th of April and here are this week’s headlines. The Supreme Court strongly criticized the recent violence linked to amendments in the Waqf Act. During a hearing on related petitions, Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna remarked that the unrest was "very disturbing" and stressed the matter is now under judicial revie...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sweety Kumari about the violent protests that broke out in West Bengal's Murshidabad. Last week, protests against the Waqf Amendment Act in Murshidabad got violent, leading to three deaths. Sweety talks about what happened, the families of the deceased, and the current situation in the area. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about a new blood te...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 15th of April and here are this week’s headlines. India’s retail inflation in March dropped to 3.34%, the lowest since August 2019, as food prices continued to ease, according to government data. This figure was below economists’ expectations of 3.60%, and down from February’s 3.61%. The sharp decline may prov...

First, we speak to The Indian Express' Pratip Acharya who sheds light on the exclusive investigation into the Dharavi redevelopment project.  Next, The Indian Express' Alind Chahuan discusses how a US based company has brought back a species of wolves back to life. (12:27) Lastly, we talk about a wanted Indian fugitive diamond trader, Mehul Choksi's arrest in Belgium. (24:30) Hosted by Ichha Sharm...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 14th of April and here are today's headlines. Mehul Choksi Arrested in Belgium After India’s Extradition Request Fugitive diamond trader Mehul Choksi has been arrested in Belgium following an extradition request by India, according to sources. Choksi is wanted by the CBI and Enforcement Directorate in the ₹13,0...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key conspirator in the 2008 Mumbai terror attack. He arrived in Delhi last week after being extradited from the United States. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Brendan Dabhi about the Gujarat Police's GP-DRASTI program. He talks about the program and how the Gujarat Police will be actively...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 11th of April and here are this week’s headlines. The US officially enforced a sweeping 104% tariff on all Chinese imports starting Wednesday, escalating its trade confrontation with Beijing. This move follows President Trump’s ultimatum to China to withdraw its retaliatory 34% tariffs. China hit back sharply...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath about the Supreme Court's ruling on Tamil Nadu governor RN Ravi withholding assent to 10 bills of the state assembly and the limits to the role of a Governor. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about a study conducted by the Institute of Cardiology at Madras Medical College which has proposed a model by way...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 10th of April and here are today's headlines. China Pushes Back Against U.S. Tariffs, Warns of Consequences China hit back sharply at Washington's escalating trade war rhetoric, saying it does not seek conflict but won’t tolerate bullying either. Responding to the U.S. decision to raise tariffs on Chinese goods...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Ravi Dutt Misra about the growing uncertainty over the reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States and how they will impact the Indian exporters. Next, The Indian Express' Ajoy Karpuram discusses how courts assess competing claims when senior citizens seek protection of their rights. (09:45) Lastly, we speak to The Indian Express' Sukhbir Siwach about the...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 9th of April and here are today's headlines. The Reserve Bank of India has slashed the repo rate by 25 basis points to 6% in its latest monetary policy review. This signals lower interest rates on home, personal, and auto loans soon. The Monetary Policy Committee also shifted its stance from "neutral" to "accom...

Beginning in June, the Delhi Police intends to expand its use of AI powered facial recognition across the city, integrating the technology with municipal bodies and Resident Welfare Associations in an effort to enhance crime prevention. However, this initiative has raised significant concerns among privacy advocates and digital rights organisations, who fear the potential for misuse and the dispro...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 8th of April and here are today's headlines. Nations are taking different stances toward US President Donald Trump’s rising tariffs. China has vowed firm retaliation, rejecting Trump’s threat of adding 50% more duties unless Beijing backs off its 34% counter-tariff. China’s Commerce Ministry pledged strong coun...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sweety Kumari about the Supreme Court judgement that has rendered over 25,000 government teachers and staff jobless in West Bengal. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Rural Affairs Editor Harish Damodaran about India's cotton economy that currently is in a state of crisis with this year’s output projected to be the lowest in nearly 16 years. (13:40) Lastly,...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Flora Swain. Today is the 7th of April and here are today's headlines. Domestic benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty plummeted over 5 per cent this morning, following a sharp decline in US futures triggered by United States President Donald Trump’s sweeping reciprocal tariffs last week. The BSE’s 30-share Sensex nosedived 5.19 per...

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Vidheesha Kuntamalla who discusses the findings by the IIT Delhi committee that was formed to examine the institutional environment for students. Next, The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha talks about what IMD has predicted for this summer, and the extent to which India is prepared for it. (11:23) Lastly, we discuss the release of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lank...

This is the Catchup on 3 Things by The Indian Express and I'm Ichha Sharma. Today is the 4th of April and here are the headlines. The Trump administration’s new tariffs on global trade partners, including a 27% duty on imports from India, will affect sectors like diamonds, smartphones, solar PV modules, and apparel. While certain products like critical minerals, energy products, and pharmaceutical...