Mint Podcast

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 25 Crore Workers Strike: Bharat Bandh Takes Centre Stage India is witnessing one of its biggest labour uprisings. On Wednesday, over 25 crore workers across banking, insurance, coal, postal, and transport sectors are expected to join a nationwide strike—Bharat Bandh—led by 10 central trade unions. The unions...

Hindustan Times Executive Editor Shishir Gupta speaks with Abhishek Singh, Deputy Editor at Livemint, about the growing friction between China and the Tibetan Buddhist community following the Dalai Lama’s latest succession announcement. The 14th Dalai Lama has made it clear that the spiritual lineage will continue after him and that his successor will be selected by a trust he established, not by...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Markets on Edge: Five Triggers to Watch India’s stock markets cooled off last week, snapping a two-week rally. Both the Sensex and Nifty 50 fell 0.7%, amid global trade tension and FPI outflows (₹5,773 crore in July so far). Mid and small caps stayed resilient. What’s Next? Five key signals will shape this we...

Money from mutual funds, bank accounts, and insurance policies often goes unclaimed for years. In this video, we break down how to track and claim unclaimed amounts across mutual funds, bank deposits (via RBI’s UDGAM portal), and insurance. Experts Aprajita Sharma (Mint) and Ankit Garg (Garg Law Chambers) explain the process, key documents, and challenges, including the lack of centralised databas...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories.  “30 Seconds to Doomsday”: Pakistan’s Nuclear Scare In a startling disclosure, Rana Sanaullah, aide to Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif, revealed that during Operation Sindoor, Pakistan had just 30–45 seconds to assess whether an incoming Indian BrahMos missile was nuclear-armed. The missile had struck Pakistan’s N...

India’s financial sector is entering a new phase with the launch of Jio Black rock , a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services & & BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager. Now the combined entity launched 3 debt funds yesterday.#jio #blackrock #mukesh #mukeshambani #mutualfunds #share #jiofinancial #stockmarket

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. SpiceJet Scare Mid-Air A SpiceJet Goa-to-Pune flight sparked safety concerns after an interior window frame came loose mid-air. A passenger posted a video of the dislodged panel on social media, questioning the aircraft’s airworthiness. SpiceJet clarified it was a cosmetic issue, not impacting cabin pressure...

EPF is often criticised for withdrawal delays, but its tax benefits are unmatched. Ketan Das of FinRight breaks down how contributions, withdrawals, and interest from EPF enjoy triple tax exemption, especially in the old regime. Discover why an 8.25% EPF return is far superior to most fixed income options, and how much pre-tax you'd need to match it. A must-watch for salaried investors! #epf #...

Over the past year or so, something unusual has been happening in India's premium spirits market. Bottles of top-shelf tequila are no longer just tucked away in high-end bars, they are now finding their way onto retail shelves and into home collections. Indian founders and backers are stepping into the tequila story in a big way. Take Loca Loka, co-founded by actor Rana Daggubati and composer...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories.  Paint Wars: Asian Paints Under CCI Lens India’s Competition Commission has launched a formal probe into Asian Paints over alleged abuse of market dominance. The complaint, filed by Grasim Industries—makers of Birla Opus—claims Asian Paints pressured dealers with exclusivity deals, including perks like foreig...

Retirement may seem far away, but smart planning starts now. I n this episode of NPS Made Simple, Subhasis Ghosh (CEO, Kotak Pension Fund) shares why your very first paycheck is the perfect time to begin your retirement journey. Even investing just ₹1,000 a year in the National Pension System (NPS) can set you on the path to long-term financial freedom. Get clear on how NPS works, why it matters,...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 1. Tata vs Tower: The Chip Fab Face-Off India’s semiconductor revival just got serious. Tata Semiconductor and Israel’s Tower Semiconductor have been shortlisted to modernize the government-run Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) in Mohali, under a ₹4,000 crore project. While it won’t chase bleeding-edge tech, th...

As Indian ultra-high-net-worth individuals and family offices look beyond traditional borders, Dubai has emerged as a preferred destination to build, preserve, and grow wealth. In this exclusive interview, Rohit Nanani, Head – Dubai at InCred Global Wealth, unpacks why Indian investors are increasingly drawn to Dubai’s unique blend of regulatory clarity, 100% foreign ownership, zero inheritance ta...

In this interview, DSP Mutual Fund MD & CEO Kalpen Parekh speaks to us about how he thinks people should invest their money. While his one big tip, especially for those who've just started investing, is to invest in a good flexicap fund, he also gives his views on the current market scenario, on investing in gold, and on why informed investors are selling right now even as everyone else is...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Torrent’s ₹11,917 Cr Pharma Power Play India’s pharma space just witnessed a bold move. Torrent Pharmaceuticals is acquiring a 46.39% stake in JB Chemicals from KKR for ₹11,917 crore, valuing the company at ₹25,689 crore. The deal includes an open offer and a future merger. The strategy? Gain control of JB’s...

Is India truly poised to lead the global startup race? In this episode of India for the World—a leadership podcast by Mint and BCG—host Ranjani Raghavan dives deep with Rajan Anandan, Managing Director at Peak XV, and Alpesh Shah, MD & Senior Partner at BCG, to unpack the big questions. Explore: India's twin-engine startup model (tech + manufacturing) The next wave of global-scale innovati...

Welcome to the Mint Podcast, presented in partnership with JSA  Advocates & Solicitors. In this episode, host Neil Borate dives into the rising prominence of private credit in India’s financial landscape. Joined by Tirthankar Datta and Divyanshu Pandey, Partners at JSA and leading experts in banking and finance law, the conversation unpacks how private credit is stepping in to fill gaps left b...

Comprehensive surveillance conducted at major airports including Delhi and Mumbai by aviation safety regulator Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has revealed number of concerning findings and inadequacies, including instances of reappearance of reported defects on aircraft, non-adherence to proper work order and safety precautions during aircraft maintenance, and defect reports not bein...

India's housing dream has been slipping out of reach for some time now... but now it's not just the middle class - this seems to be true for rich people as well. But as per a new report, even the top 5% earners in urban Maharashtra will have to save for 109 years to be able to buy an average sized house in Mumbai. And as per this analysis, it's not just those who want to settle or live...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Kim Goes Coastal From missiles to mini-golf, North Korea’s Kim Jong Un just flipped the script. The Wonsan Kalma resort, seven years in the making, is finally open—with 54 hotels, waterparks, arcades, pubs, and even a ski extension. Ditching his usual military garb for a sharp suit, Kim attended the launch wi...

Many employees find that their EPS (Employee Pension Scheme) balance doesn’t transfer when they switch jobs. In this video, Neil Borate of Mint and Ketan Das of FinRight Tech break down why that happens, how EPS transfers actually work, and what steps you can take to ensure your pension amount is tracked properly. If you've changed companies and your EPS seems to be missing, this explainer is...

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on June 24 said that it will conduct Rs 1 lakh crore variable rate reverse repo (VRRR) auction on June 27. RBI News | RBI | RBI VRRR Policy | Reserve Bank of India | Variable Rate Reserve Repo | Finance News | Business News | MoneyRBI’s VRRR Policy Explained: ₹1 Lakh Crore To Be Taken From Banks For 7-Days, Here’s Why…Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.y...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. India’s Return to Space: Shukla Makes History At 12:01 PM IST on Wednesday, India reached a milestone in its space journey. Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla became the second Indian to travel to space—and the first to reach the International Space Station. Launching aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 from Kennedy Space...

A deep dive into India’s Employee Pension Scheme (EPS) – who’s eligible, how it works, and what changed after 2014. Financial experts Neil Borate and Ketan Das break down contribution rules, benefits, and key issues like early pension options and salary caps. Whether you're already enrolled or just starting, this video will help you understand what EPS means for your retirement. Watch the whol...

Welcome to the Mint Podcast, presented in partnership with JSA Advocates & Solicitors. In this episode, host Neil Borate dives into the rising prominence of private credit in India’s financial landscape. Joined by Tirthankar Datta and Divyanshu Pandey, Partners at JSA and leading experts in banking and finance law, the conversation unpacks how private credit is stepping in to fill gaps left by...