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A 120-foot tall hoarding collapsed on an adjacent petrol pump in Mumbai's Ghatkopar on May 13th. It took the lives of 16 people and left 75 injured. We discuss whether this tragedy is a result of negligence or corruption.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi filed his nomination for a third term from the Varanasi seat today. Varanasi will go to the polls on the last day of the seventh phase, June 1, 2024. We discuss the nominations, the constituency, and whether Modi will achieve a hat trick from the ancient city.

Protests are taking place in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir against surging wheat prices and electricity bills. We explain how this agitation has affected the PoK and its economy and what the best outcome of these developments would be in the Indian interest.

A video of Lucknow Super Giants owner Sanjiv Goenka and captain KL Rahul is circulating online after the team's loss to Sunrisers Hyderabad. We explain what happened and the fate of KL Rahul and LSG.

The RCMP has released photos of three individuals accused of murdering Khalistani separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023. We discuss the Bishnoi gang link in Nijjar's case.

Today's explainer discusses the recent resurgence of speculation and controversy about Covid vaccines. We explore whether these vaccines have any side effects, if Indians have reason to worry, and whether the controversy is scientific or political.

From an interesting venue for the international cricket tournament to interesting timings of the matches, the T20 World Cup to be held in North America means more than what meets the eye. We explain also how India could fare and whether IPL helps.

Rahul Gandhi is not contesting from Amethi but Rae Bareli. Is that an insurance policy in case Wayanad throws up an adverse result? Who are the challengers from the Congress in Amethi and the BJP in Rae Bareli? What are the 2024 Lok Sabha elections looking like for the Congress-led opposition? Explained.

The definition and history of the tax imposed on the wealth inherited by citizens of the country explained in the wake of the apprehension that the Congress might re-introduce it.

Mukesh Dalal of BJP wins Surat Lok Sabha election uncontested. Was it a fair win? Explained.

DD has unveiled a new logo in saffron and announced plans to expand globally. Tune in for insights.

Gunfire outside Salman Khan’s Mumbai residence in Bandra sparks security concerns. We explain why the actor has been a constant target of gang threats.

Tensions soar as Israel and Iran clash over the bombing of Iranian consulate in Syria. Iran retaliates with counterstrikes inside Israel. We explain this latest escalation in the Middle East.

Brazilian judge Alexander De Moraes may ban X following Elon Musk’s defiance of his order. We explain why the matter between the two escalated to this point.

The West Bengal Police has lodged complaints against NIA officials for molestation and trespassing while conducting investigations into the Bhupatinagar blast case. Did the NIA act inappropriately? What is the constitutional position for a centre-state conflict? Explained.

In an interview with Network 18 Group Editor-in-Chief Rahul Joshi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh made a statement about eliminating terrorists on foreign soil. We discuss the gravity of Singh's remark in this explainer.

Vistara has cancelled over 125 flights. We explain what’s causing these cancellations, the impact on passengers, compensation, and the bigger picture of the Indian aviation sector.

The BJP and opposition parties are accusing each other of giving away a part of the Indian landmass, Katchatheevu, to Sri Lanka. We explain in this episode, the dispute, its resolution and renewed controversy.

MS Dhoni and CSK shocked cricket and the franchise fans by announcing that Ruturaj Gaikwad would be the new captain of their team in the event of the side's opening match in IPL 2024 against RCB. Couldn't he have stretched his career longer? What are the implications of this retirement on the IPL and the upcoming T20I World Cup? Explained.

How will the Government of Delhi run with its chief minister in jail? What is the legal position on running a government from jail? What is the future of the AAP in Kejriwal's absence? Explained.

The Election Commission announced the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections on March 16, 2024. The polls will be held in seven phases, from April 19 to June 1, and the votes will be counted on June 4, 2024. Why are the polls stretching till June? Explained.

The Kovind committee on 'One Nation, One Election' has submitted its report to President Droupadi Murmu. Will India soon implement simultaneous polls? Explained.

The Indian government has notified the rules for the Citizenship Amendment Act, passed in 2019. How will it impact obtaining Indian citizenship? Explained.

As elections approach, political parties are actively campaigning, especially trying to appeal to women voters. But will these attempts to sway women translate to votes? Explained.

Election Commissioner Arun Goel resigned just a few weeks before the nation goes to polls. Will Goel's sudden resignation affect the upcoming Lok Sabha elections? Explained.