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Episodes
The Catch Up: PM’s move amid NEET rage (24 July)
The headlines of the week by The Indian Express
All education: Budget allocations, Jauhar Uni demolition, and more exam leaks
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Udit Misra about why education’s share of the Union Budget has steadily declined over the past decade, what that reveals about the government’s priorities, and how underinvestment may be shaping everything from exam leaks to faculty shortages amid the ongoing student protests.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Maulshree Seth about the demolition order issue
The Catch Up: 2,500 detained across Kashmir in crackdown (23 July)
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Mobile Creches: How can Early Childhood Development get the right funding
Early childhood development lays the foundation for a child's future, with the first five years playing a crucial role in shaping brain development, emotional well-being, language skills, and overall health. Experiences during this period have a lasting impact on a child's ability to learn, adapt, and thrive.Realising these benefits, however, depends on consistent and adequate financing. Investmen
Vande Mataram's legal status, silver at Vaishno Devi, and govt on NEET row
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Vikas Pathak and Vineet Bhalla about Union Home Minister Amit Shah's plan to introduce an amendment to the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 in the upcoming Monsoon Session of the Parliament, which might change the legal status of Vande Mataram.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Arun Sharma about allegations of adulteration and possibl
The Catch Up: Crowd swells at Delhi’s Jantar Mantar again (22 July)
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CJP protest crackdown, China's AI push, and Angen's big win
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Alok Singh about how the Cockroach Janta Party’s protest over the alleged NEET-UG paper leak escalated into violent clashes in Delhi, why police were caught off guard, and how the confrontation has now widened into a larger political battle.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Amitabh Sinha about this year’s World AI Conference in Shanghai, where China used t
The Catch Up: Police detain Rahul Gandhi from protest site near PM’s residence (21 July)
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What the Satluj takedown means for freedom of expression
With the government's unprecedented decision to take down the film Satluj from an OTT platform, we answer three questions: What law was used to do it? What does this mean for other films and online content? And what story is the film trying to tell?Guests: The Indian Express' Apurva Vishwanath, Manraj Grewal Sharma, and Shubhra Gupta.Hosted, produced and written by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixe
The Catch Up: CJP leaders give three demands to minister (20 July)
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Behind Sonam Wangchuk removal, the cost of e-KYC, and Monsoon Session kicks off
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Pragynesh about the removal of activist Sonam Wangchuk from his hunger strike at Jantar Mantar, the Delhi High Court order cited by the police, and how the protest has evolved ahead of Parliament’s Monsoon Session.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Shubham Tigga about the death of a 75-year-old tuberculosis patient in Jharkhand, whose family spent months tr
The Catch Up: Monsoon Session, Sonam Wangchuk hunger strike, and more (17 July)
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NCP(SP) delimitation stand, India's first hydrogen train, and Mission Aagman
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Alok Deshpande about an announcement made by Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP). Working party president and Lok Sabha MP Supriya Sule said that the party would support the Centre’s proposed delimitation Bill, but with one condition, that it must provide for a 50% increase in Lok Sabha seats across all states. Alok talks about the condition, what it means for the party
The Catch Up: At least 2 dead amid ‘unprecedented rush’ during Rath Yatra in Puri (16 July)
The healdines of the day by The Indian Express
Skin-lightening creams under scrutiny, weekly insulin shot, and Melbourne protest
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Purnima Sah about Maharashtra FDA’s warning over skin-lightening creams found to contain dangerously high levels of mercury and lead, why these toxic ingredients continue to be used, and what consumers should watch out for.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt about Icodec, the world’s first once-a-week insulin shot, recently launched in India, and
The Catch Up: US Russia sanctions bill (15 July)
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Thefts in the railway, behind tree fall deaths, and book bannings
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Dheeraj Mishra about thefts that have been happening in the Indian Railways. He tells us that in the last few years 1.27 crore pieces of linen have been stolen by passengers from the bedroll kits provided to them in the Indian Railway AC coaches. He discusses the investigation, its findings, and the steps the railways are taking. Next, we speak with The Ind
The Catch Up: SC says alternative Namaz site till Bhojshala decision (14 July)
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7000 cr missing link fails, Bihar teen left to die, and a scholarship fraud
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sabah Virani about the landslide that struck the newly inaugurated Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link during its first monsoon, and what the incident reveals about the engineering, safety measures, and long-term resilience of one of Maharashtra’s biggest infrastructure projects.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sukhbir Siwach about the case of a 16-year-o
The Catch Up: MP college, bank officials colluded to pocket govt scholarships (13 July)
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Should you be worried about E20 fuel?
With the government's ethanol fuel programme under fire, The Indian Express' National Business Editor, Anil Sasi, joins us to answer three questions: Why did the government start blending ethanol with petrol? Can E20 actually damage your vehicle? And what can India learn from Brazil, which made this transition decades ago?Hosted and produced by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
The Catch Up: Ram Temple donation scandal unfolds, and more (10 July)
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Tackling women's reservation, Wayanad landslide, and a 30 year long scam
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Vikas Pathak about Women's Reservation and the new constitutional amendment that the government wants to bring in order to be able to implement it. He talks about the challenges the government could face in the process and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Nikhila Henry about a landslide in Kerala's Wayanad that has killed three people and left m
The Catch Up: Mileage ‘marginally’ impacted by E20 says Nitin Gadkari (9 July)
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Bill passed unread by MLAs, retaining more Agniveers, and Badrinath probe
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Kanchan Vasadev about the controversy over Punjab’s anti-sacrilege law, after MLAs admitted they passed the Bill without reading it, reigniting questions about legislative scrutiny, the anti-defection law, and the role of Select Committees in lawmaking.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Amrita Nayak Dutta about the changes the armed forces are seeking to th
The Catch Up: 1,091 trees to be moved, felled for Delhi housing project (8 July)
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E-rickshaw battery hacks, mosque demolitions, and child sex abuse ads on Insta
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Devansh Mittal about an unusual problem faced by e-rickshaw drivers in Delhi, where their vehicles suddenly stop working in the middle of road because they are being controlled by certain Bluetooth applications. Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha about a number of mosques being demolished in Rajasthan's Barmer and Bikaner. She talks a
The Catch Up: Before deadly Kerala tunnel collapse, warning ignored (7 July)
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Bhagwant Mann controversy, Ram Temple theft case, and monsoon turns deadly
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Varinder Bhatia about the controversy surrounding Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann after the Akal Takht’s verdict on an alleged video, the subsequent police investigation into forged forensic reports, and where the case goes from here.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Maulshree Seth about the widening investigation into the alleged theft of donations at
The Catch Up: Maharashtra on high alert, 10 dead amid intense spell of rain (6 July)
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Why everything feels more expensive right now
With inflation being a persistent concern for people, The Indian Express’ Udit Misra joins us to answer three questions: Do the prices of things always have to go up? Would we be better off if, instead of prices going up, they actually went down? And what can the government actually do to make things more affordable?Hosted and produced by Shashank BhargavaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
The Catch Up: India, Japan sign defence pact, and more (3 July)
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The Sarla Bhat case, India's fake drug crackdown, and WhatsApp's username
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Naveed Iqbal about the 1990 abduction and killing of Kashmiri Pandit nurse Sarla Bhat, and why a chargesheet filed 36 years later naming former JKLF chief Yasin Malik is significant in the larger context of the Kashmiri Pandit exodus.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt about the Centre’s expanded QR code-based track and trace system for medicines
The Catch Up: Mehbooba Mufti heads to Tehran for Khamenei’s funeral (2 July)
The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
Mobile Creches - Build the workforce, build the system: Accelerating India's ECD agenda
The care economy is one of the most important enablers of women's participation in the workforce. Women more often than not perform a disproportionate share of unpaid care work, which often limits their ability to work full-time, or pursue career advancement. When quality childcare services are accessible and affordable, this unpaid burden is reduced, allowing more women to enter, remain in, and
Illegal fertility racket, Chattisgarh serial killings, and a call for peace
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Purnima Sah about a fertility racket that has been uncovered in Maharashtra, where financially vulnerable women were made to donate their eggs multiple times for a payment of Rs 20,000 to Rs 35,000. She talks about the network, how it operated and the investigation.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Jayprakash S. Naidu who talks about a series of eight
The Catch Up: India has asked WhatsApp to halt its username feature rollout (1 July)
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20 national records in 90 days, Europe’s deadly heatwave, and a 18 cr fraud
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Nihal Koshie about Indian athletics’ remarkable run of performances, with more than 20 national records broken in just over three months, and how changes in coaching, competition, and training are reshaping the sport.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Amitabh Sinha about Europe’s latest heatwave, why scientists say climate change is making such extreme temp
The Catch Up: Europe’s worst heatwave (30 June)
The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
Ram Temple ‘theft’, TET paper leak, and floods in Arunachal Pradesh
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about Ayodhya, where allegations of theft and misappropriation of donations at the Ram Temple have triggered a major controversy. He shares what the investigation revealed, how the theft was conducted, who has been accused and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Soham Shah about the Maharashtra Teacher's Eligibility Test (TET) gett
The Catch Up: Iran rejects Trump’s claim of talks in Doha (29 June)
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Bengal mid-day meal row, Karnataka farmers protest, and a mass poisoning plot
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Rinku Ghosh and Sweety Kumari about West Bengal’s decision to remove eggs from mid-day meals in Kolkata under a new pilot project with ISKCON, the nutritional importance of eggs for children, and the political backlash surrounding the move.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Akram M about Karnataka’s proposed Greater Bengaluru Integrated Township Project, wh
The Catch Up: MEA says passport isn’t proof of citizenship, and more (26 June)
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Delhi rape-murder case, Rajasthan childbirth crisis, and new evidence in Pahalgam attack
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Pragynesh about the rape and murder of a 10-year-old girl in Delhi, the accused’s criminal history, and the questions the case has raised about child safety, policing, and background verification by ride-hailing platforms.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Parul Kulshresth about a series of childbirth-related complications in Rajasthan, after similar cases
The Catch Up: Jawans storm Kashmir police station (25 June)
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Mobile Creches: Accelerating ECD - The Haryana Blueprint
In the early years of a child's life, consistent care, nutrition, and emotional support lay the foundation for early childhood development. Haryana's Crèche Policy is attempting to address this need by creating support systems for working parents and ensuring young children receive proper care in their formative years.The Indian Express brings to you our third episode in association with Mobile Cr
Protecting Western Ghats, food inflation concerns, and FCRA rules tightened
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Nikhil Ghanekar about the Western Ghats and how after over a decade, the centre is finally close to notifying the Ecologically Sensitive Areas in the region. Nikhil talks about the challenges that were faced in the process, what caused the delays, what will change once the notification is out and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Rural Affairs an
The Catch Up: 3 killed in Kolkata warehouse collapse (24 June)
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MP CM kin's 168 acres, NGO workers assaulted, and detention over RSS post
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Jay Mazoomdar about an investigation that found Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav, his family members, and their companies acquired at least 137 plots across Ujjain after he came to power, raising questions about conflict of interest amid the city’s rapid urban expansion.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sujit Bisoyi about the assault of two NGO wo
The Catch Up: Plot behind Lohagad fort murder row (23 June)
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Nimbalkar murder case, Delhi EV policy 2.0, and govt staff under scanner
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Sadaf Modak about the 2006 murder case of Congress leader Pavanraje Nimbalkar. She shares the recent developments in the case according to which eight people who had been accused have been acquitted. She talks about the decision, the reasons behind it and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Devansh Mittal about the draft Electric Vehicle policy 2.0
The Catch Up: Keir Starmer resigns as UK PM (22 June)
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TMC accused publicly shamed, Shiv Sena crisis, and NEET-UG retest
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sweety Kumari about the controversy in West Bengal after several Trinamool Congress leaders accused of crimes were publicly paraded by the police, prompting criticism from the Calcutta High Court even as many locals appeared to support the crackdown.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Alok Deshpande about the fresh crisis within Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena,
The Catch Up: US and Iran peace deal, and more (19 June)
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What India's biggest health survey reveals and what it leaves out
Recently, the Ministry of Health released the findings of the latest National Family Health Survey, the country's largest health survey. The survey significantly helps us understand what indicators related to issues like hypertension, obesity, cancer, women's and children's health reveal about the country's health.While the survey points to significant gains across several health indicators, it al
The Catch Up: Chhattisgarh BJP leader burnt alive in car (18 June)
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Mobile Creches: Fatherhood - a shared responsibility in Early Childhood Development
Fatherhood plays a vital role in a child's emotional, social, and psychological development. Sometimes just showing up makes your child feel safe and seen. And children thrive when they feel seen, heard, and valued by their fathers. As part of our ongoing collaboration with Mobile Creches, The Indian Express brings you a Father's Day Special episode featuring Nikhil Taneja, Co-Founder and CEO of Y
H-1B court ruling, Mumbai's premium bus services, and Trump's Iran warning
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Vidheesha Kuntamalla about a US District Court ruling that struck down the Trump administration’s proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee, and what the decision means for Indian professionals and students who rely on the programme. Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Ishika Gupta about Mumbai’s growing premium bus network, why more commuters are willing to pay for g
The Catch Up: Trump says Iran peace deal not final (17 June)
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Brain-eating amoeba, exporters in a bind, and NCERT withdraws decision
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about a brain-eating amoeba which is causing cases of Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis in Kerala. While the state saw just eight cases of the infection from 2016 to 2023, cases surged in the last two years. And in the last five months of this year alone, the cases in Kerala rose to 133 and 33 deaths. Anonna talks about the infection, the symp
The Catch Up: Mamata Banerjee challenges her own poll loss in court (16 June)
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'Rs 370 Biryani' row, Delhi's water crisis, and NCERT censors ancient artefact
First, we speak to The Indian Express' Mohamed Thaver about yet another comedy show controversy, after a crowd-work clip from comedian Pranit More’s live performance triggered backlash, disciplinary action against audience members involved, and even an FIR by Maharashtra Cyber.Next, The Indian Express' Sophiya Nathew talks about Delhi’s water crisis, after residents in several parts of South Delhi
The Catch Up: US-Iran reach a deal, says Trump (15 June)
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Fertiliser shortage, Mumbai’s newest flyover, and the TMC crisis
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Raakhi Jagga about farmers' protests being staged in five Indian states: Punjab, Haryana, Bihar, Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh. She shares that the protests stem from a shortage of fertilisers that are required for the paddy season. She discusses the reasons behind this, how it will impact the paddy and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Pratip Ach
The Catch Up: Delhi Gymkhana files, and more (12 June)
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Indian sailors killed in Hormuz, relief for airlines, and risks of a wider war
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the deaths of three Indian sailors aboard MT Settebello after a US strike near the Strait of Hormuz, and what the incident means for India as a close strategic partner of the United States with thousands of citizens working in the region.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sukalp Sharma about the Centre’s Rs 10,0
The Catch Up: 3 Indian sailors killed in US attack (11 June)
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Mobile Creches: Accelerating action on Early Childhood Development
The period from birth to age six is very crucial for a child’s growth. What happens in these years at home, at the creche, in the community, determines the trajectory of a child’s entire life. This is when early childhood development takes center stage.The Indian Express in association with Mobile Creches brings to you a five part series, where we are going to have insightful conversations with ex
Khan sir controversy, a road not built, and Modi becomes longest serving PM
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Himanshu Harsh about the controversy surrounding Khan sir. Khan sir is one of the most popular educators and Youtubers in India, but recently his institute in Patna was allegedly attacked and vandalized. While the investigation was going on regarding the same, a FIR was also filed against Khan sir himself.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Aditi Raja w
The Catch Up: Khan Sir knocks on Patna High Court’s doors for relief (10 June)
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TMC crisis, solar energy hurdles, and Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Atri Mitra about the deepening rebellion within the Trinamool Congress, where a large group of MLAs and MPs have challenged the leadership of Abhishek Banerjee, raising questions about the party’s future after its electoral defeat in West Bengal.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Amitabh Sinha about India’s solar power transition, the progress of flagship s
The Catch Up: Jharkhand HC issues landmark guidelines (9 June)
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CJP's first protest, India-Nepal ties, and Vizag steel plant accident
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Drishti Jain about the Cockroach Janta Party's first protest, which took place on Saturday. She shares how things unfolded, the movement's founder Abhijit Dipke's return to India, how he and the other leaders led the protest, their demands, the people, especially students who gathered in support and more.Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Diplomatic Af
The Catch Up: TMC Lok Sabha MPs want to join BJP (8 June)
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Delhi hotel fire, Rajkot labour room video case, and cracks in INDIA bloc
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Pragynesh about the deadly fire at a bed-and-breakfast in Delhi’s Hauz Rani that killed 21 people, and how the tragedy has exposed alleged fire safety violations, illegal construction, and regulatory failures across the city’s guesthouse sector.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Brendan Dabhi about the Rajkot maternity hospital CCTV case, where footage of f
The Catch Up: K. Annamalai quits BJP, and more (5 June)
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Maharashtra's Marathi mandate, plea for a memorial, and India's SHG scheme
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Nayonika Bose about Maharashtra’s new Marathi language requirement for taxi and auto-rickshaw drivers, and how thousands of migrant workers in Mumbai are balancing long shifts with language classes to keep their permits.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Aditi Raja about the debate over how the Ahmedabad Air India crash site should be remembered, after the
The Catch Up: NHRC takes cognisance of Express report (4 June)
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A mining project exempted, codeine addiction, and 21 people killed in a fire
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Jay Mazoomdar about a mining project recently exempted by the Maharashtra government from wildlife clearance because it does not fall in any tiger corridor. However, the map submitted by the company to the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forests stated otherwise. He talks about the project, the importance of clearances, and more.Next, we talk to
The Catch Up: 21 killed in Malviya Nagar fire (3 June)
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