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Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. VP Dhankhar Resigns, Citing Health In a surprising political turn, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from office on Monday, citing medical reasons and the need to prioritize health. The resignation—submitted under Article 67(a)—was effective immediately. In an emotional letter to President Droupadi Mur...

Step beyond the spotlight with Regena Cassandrra as she sits down with Rushank Shah of Hubtown on The Success Code. From breaking stereotypes in her debut Hindi film to portraying real legends in Rocket Boys, Regena opens up about the pressures of fame, embracing challenging roles, and using her platform to champion unheard voices — including India’s para-athletes. Watch the full conversation on Y...

Step inside the soulful sanctuary of Dr. Jai Madaan—Vastu expert, astrologer, and energy coach. In this special episode of Home Along, we explore her thoughtfully designed home and uncover easy Vastu tips to align your own space for peace, prosperity, and positive energy. In this video, you’ll discover:🔸 A full tour of Jai Madaan’s home🔸 Simple Vastu tips you can apply without renovation🔸 How t...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Earnings Tsunami Incoming The Q1 FY26 earnings season has officially begun, with Reliance Industries and HDFC Bank leading the charge. Over 95 major companies are set to report their numbers this week, covering sectors like tech, pharma, infra, and finance. “Markets will first react to Reliance, HDFC Bank, an...

What really makes a city liveable? Is it roads, tall buildings and other modern infrastructure? Because most big Indian cities have all of these ... but they're nowhere near even the top 100 most liveable cities in most lists. Delhi and Mumbai, which rank among India's most liveable cities... are ranked 141st out of the 173 cities evaluated in the 2025 Global Liveability Index which was pu...

Dakshita Das, Fmr MD & CEO Of National Housing bank speaks to Abhinav Trivedi, Deputy Editor, Livemint on why most Indian homes in metros are out of reach for most people. Why real estate prices are so high and what can be done to make homes in the metros more affordable for people. #realestate #home #homeloan #dakshitadas #nationalhousingbank #finance #house #homeownership #flat #abhinavtrive...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories.  Trade Tensions Explode: Lula vs Trump It’s no longer just a tariff—it’s personal. After Donald Trump imposed a sweeping 50% duty on all Brazilian imports, Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva fired back, declaring: “No gringo is going to give orders to this president.” The tariff, effective April 1,...

Content Creator ⁨@vellijanani⁩ Reveals Key Way To Stay Relevant: Embrace Being 'Cringe' | InterviewContent creator ( ‪@vellijanani‬ ) speaks to Mint's Aayesha Ruth Varma on the struggles of a content creator, the cycle of getting viral & stagnation and much more! Watch the full interview on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkyqYLdnrWk #contentcreation #youtubecreators #inst...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. PAN-PAN in the Sky: IndiGo’s Emergency Landing It started with a “PAN PAN PAN”—the aviation distress call for urgent but non-life-threatening situations. That’s what the captain of IndiGo flight 6E 6271 declared mid-air on Wednesday, after detecting an engine snag. The Airbus A320neo, carrying 191 people from...

The 2025 European heatwave claimed 2,300 lives, with science linking two-thirds of deaths to rising global temperatures. From scorching forests in Canada to flooded streets in Dubai and heatwaves baking Europe, Asia, and America, the planet is sounding the alarm. Experts like Matthew Cappucci and Dr. Laurence Kalkstein reveal how longer, hotter summers are disrupting ecosystems, economies, and hea...

Why are health insurance premiums rising? Why are claims getting rejected? And how can the industry rebuild trust? Mint’s Aprajita Sharma speaks with Niva Bupa CMO Nimish Agrawal to break down the critical issues and what every policyholder needs to know. Watch the full episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OB0DCXQkQYQ #healthinsurance #insurance #money #personalfinance

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. 1. NATO’s 100% Sanctions Warning to India, China & Brazil NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, with backing from U.S. President Donald Trump, issued a stark ultimatum: any country still trading oil and gas with Russia will face “100% secondary sanctions.” Targeting China, India, and Brazil directly, Rutte u...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Air India Crash Sparks Urgent Jet Checks After the tragic crash of Air India Flight 171 that claimed 260 lives, India’s aviation watchdog DGCA has ordered urgent inspections of fuel switch locking systems on all Boeing 737 and 787 aircraft in the country. A preliminary probe revealed that fuel supply to both...

We meet weightlifter Mummy in this episode of What's it like. A 70 year old gym going woman who can deadlift 100kgs, can do planks, leg workout, etc. What motivated her to gym at an age when most people want to retire. What's her story, what's her motivation? #weightloss #weightlifters #weightlifting #gym #exercise #workout #diet #plank #deadlift #india #fitness #abhinavtrivedi #haryan...

Chartered Accountant Vijay Kumar breaks down when and how to register for GST, covering key triggers, e-commerce rules, composition scheme, and the return filing process. Essential for freelancers, startups, and small businesses navigating India’s complex GST framework. A must-watch for entrepreneurs looking to stay compliant and avoid penalties. Watch the whole episode on YouTube- https://www.you...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Fireball Grounds Flights at Southend Airport A small aircraft crash sparked chaos at London Southend Airport on Sunday, halting all flight operations. Eyewitnesses captured a dramatic fireball and thick smoke, with unconfirmed reports pointing to a Beech B200 Super King Air. Authorities are investigating, but...

Recently a fake news surfaced online that UAE Govt is offering a Golden Visa or PR for 23 lakhs to residents of India. In this episode of Say What, we go down on the street & ask that if hypothetically this news turned out to be true, will you take the opportunity to move to Dubai in case a golden visa or PR is offered in 23 lakhs. #dubai #india #goldenvisa #uae #middleeast #immigrants #indian...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Jet-Lagged in Kerala, may finally leave for home Jet-Lagged in Kerala, may finally leave for home A $115 million British F-35B stealth jet has been grounded at Thiruvananthapuram airport since June 14 after bad weather forced it to divert from the HMS Prince of Wales. While engineers work on repairs, the jet...

Donald Trump’s sudden love for Africa isn’t about aid or friendship, despite all the smiles and kind words during the recent summit. It’s about minerals, strategy, and beating China at the global supply game. This explainer dives into why Africa has become the new front in a high-stakes resource war, and what’s really driving U.S. trade deals across the continent. Watch the whole episode in YouTub...

A massive nationwide strike on July 9 is likely to impact banking, postal and state transport services, as over 25 crore workers are expected to take part in a Bharat Bandh. As per trade unions, electricity supply in the country could also be hit... since over 27 lakh power workers will join the strike. But what exactly is this Bharat Bandh all about? Why are people protesting, who is likely to pa...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. Trump Hits Brazil With 50% Tariff In a fiery escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports starting August 1. The move follows a diplomatic spat with Brazil’s President Lula da Silva, who called Trump an “unwanted emperor.” Trump fired back with a sharply worded lette...

Is the U.S. dollar’s dominance under threat? BRICS nations, led by Russia, are pushing for trade settlements in national currencies, sparking global debate! rom India’s cautious diversification to UPI-style interoperable payments connecting markets like Bhutan, UAE, and Singapore, discover how BRICS is reshaping global trade. Russian President Vladimir Putin has already called for a BRICS-wide ind...

Xi Jinping’s BIG Changes In China’s CCP As Mystery Around Succession Grows | Who Can Succeed Xi? Recent months have seen notable shifts within the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), sparking speculation that President Xi Jinping, China’s most powerful leader in decades, may be preparing for a leadership transition or at least delegating significant authority. According to the South China Morning Post,...

Welcome to Top of the Morning by Mint.. I’m Nelson John and here are today’s top stories. “We Want a Deal, Not a Steal” — India Holds Firm on Trade India and the US have pushed their trade deal deadline from July 9 to mid-July, even as President Trump enforces steep retaliatory tariffs on 14 other nations. India, however, isn’t on that list yet. The deal is awaiting Trump’s final sign-off, but Ind...

India and the U.S. are poised to seal a landmark interim trade deal before the July 9, 2025, tariff deadline, with former USTR negotiator Mark Linscott calling it “historic” in an exclusive interview. Focusing on tariff reductions and market access for industrial goods and select agricultural products, the agreement aims to boost bilateral trade to $500 Billion by 2030.#IndiaUSTrade #TradeDeal #Ma...