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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 (11 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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Express Investigation: Inside Delhi's killer dust crisis
Every winter, as Delhi's pollution levels peak, the conversation tends to focus on the same culprits: vehicles, construction, and garbage burning. But one of the biggest contributors to the city's pollution crisis—one that remains with us throughout the year—barely gets discussed: dust.A year-long Indian Express investigation examined road dust in Delhi and tracked the movement of the city's Mecha
The Catch Up: Ex-judge, son to be lodged in Bhopal jail in Twisha death case (2 June)
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VFS Global under scanner, Quad meets again, and Annamalai to quit BJP
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Chief of National Bureau Sandeep Singh and investigative journalist Ritu Sarin about a global investigation into VFS Global, the visa services giant that processes millions of Schengen visa applications, and the concerns raised over optional paid services, privacy, and data protection practices.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Sh
The Catch Up: Annamalai expected to quit BJP (1 June)
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SIR's legality, CBSE digital evaluation row, and a building collapse
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath about the Supreme Court upholding the legality of the Special Intensive Revision process. She talks about the judgement, why the SIR was challenged in the first place and what it means for the people whose names have been deleted from the electoral rolls.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Vidheesha Kuntamalla about t
The Catch Up: SC says accountability must in NEET paper leak case and more (29 May)
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Delhi Gymkhana row, India's water crisis, and Byju's collapse
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sohini Ghosh about the Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction row, why the Centre has asked one of Delhi’s oldest elite institutions to vacate its Lutyens’ premises, and how a parallel rent dispute has complicated the standoff.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Jayprakash Naidu about the worsening drinking water crisis in Riwa village near Raipur, where residents con
The Catch Up: Siddaramaiah steps down as CM (28 May)
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Abortion post 20 weeks, risks of warmer nights, and ex Kerala CM under scanner
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath about a case where the Supreme Court allowed a 15 year old girl to terminate a 30 week pregnancy. She highlights what stands out in the case and how the role played by the government in such cases is changing. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Science Editor Amitabh Sinha about increasing heatwave conditions and how
The Catch Up: Petitioners slam SIR verdict (27 May)
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J&K's anti-drug drive, Bandra's garib nagar demolitions, and a wedding scam
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Naveed Iqbal about Jammu and Kashmir’s intensified anti-drug campaign and how the crackdown is expanding beyond arrests to measures such as passport cancellations and property demolitions.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Ishika Gupta about Mumbai’s recent demolition drive in Garib Nagar, where hundreds of structures, including two mosques, were razed by r
The Catch Up: Students hit by CBSE’s digital evaluation (26 May)
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The stray dog issue, Cockroach Janta Party's rise, and tiger attacks in MP
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Amaal Sheikh and Drishti Jain about a new Supreme Court order regarding the treatment of stray dogs. Amaal talks about the case, the new order and what the apex court expects from the states. And Drishti updates us on the on-the-ground infrastructure available for implementing the order. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Jatin Anand about the Cockroach J
The Catch Up: Delhi pollution and dust crisis (25 May)
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Manipur crisis deepens, BJP's first moves in Bengal, and Vinesh allowed to compete
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah about the escalating tensions in Manipur between the Kuki-Zo and Tangkhul Naga communities.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Atri Mitra about the first major policy decisions of West Bengal’s new BJP government, including welfare changes and the scrapping of the OBC reservation list.(15:34)And in the end, we look at the Delhi High Court’s de
The Catch Up: Twisha’s mother-in-law tampered with evidence, MP govt tells court (22 May)
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SC questions itself on bail, Veera Pasi's legacy, and a stateless woman
First, we speak to The Indian Express' Apurva Vishwanath about a Supreme Court bench that expressed reservations about another bench's decision to deny bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, and what this means for undertrial rights under UAPA.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Asad Rehman about Rahul Gandhi unveiling a statue of Dalit freedom fighter Veera Pasi in Raebareli, and what it reveals
The Catch Up: HC reserves verdict on Chadha’s plea (21 May)
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PM Modi's Europe tour, mission SMILE, and improving road safety
First, we speak with The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about PM Modi's five day Europe visit. He shares the significance of this trip, especially given the geopolitical situation, highlights from the India-Nordic Summit, and how it will impact India's relations with Europe going forward. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anjali Marar about a space exploration mission t
The Catch Up: Senior Congress Dalit leaders at Maya’s door (20 May)
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Challenge to Great Nicobar project, chemists' strike, and Twisha Sharma's case
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Nikhil Ghanekar about the legal challenge to the Great Nicobar mega project, and the allegations that tribal consent and forest rights protections were bypassed to clear the project.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt about the nationwide strike by chemists and druggists, who say e-pharmacies and instant medicine delivery platforms are operating
The Catch Up: India, Vietnam discuss deepening defence ties (19 May)
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Express Investigation: How bureaucrats used sports funds to upgrade colony
An investigation by The Indian Express has found that funds meant to support athletes and build public sporting infrastructure were also used to develop high-end facilities inside civil services institutions and a residential colony for bureaucrats. In this episode, we speak to Mihir Vasavda, who undertook this investigation, about how the National Sports Development Fund was allegedly diverted, t
The Catch Up: Air India flights face major disruptions (18 May)
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Behind the NEET paper leak, Hijab ban roll back, and CBSE three language rule
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Hamza Khan about the investigation regarding the NEET 2026 paper leak. He shares what led to the initial doubt, how it was confirmed, the probe and how the government has reacted to the leak.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Akram M. about Karnataka: how the state government reversed the 2022 order that had effectively barred hijabs in schools and pre-unive
The Catch Up: NEET UG 2026 cancelled; CBI inquiry ordered (15 May)
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Kerala's new CM, a course on PM Modi, and FIR over a post
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Liz Mathew about the Congress high command naming V D Satheesan as Kerala’s next Chief Minister, and what his elevation reveals about the party’s internal politics and future strategy.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Aditi Raja about the new Sociology curriculum at MS University in Vadodara, which includes modules on Modi Tattva, RSS fieldwork, and Hindu
The Catch Up: Funds meant for athletes routed to bureaucrats’ pools (14 May)
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India's forex reserves problem, Rajasthan maternal deaths, and SIR concerns
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Udit Misra about PM Modi urging people to reduce the use of Petroleum products. While this is happening against the backdrop of the Iran war, the reason behind this is India's forex or foreign exchange reserves which have sharply depleted since the war began. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Parul Kulshrestha about cases of maternal deaths that have surfac
The Catch Up: Vijay removes astrologer as Officer on Special Duty (13 May)
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Fuel price worries, Bengal CM aide's murder, and another bridge collapse
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sukalp Sharma about the mounting pressure on India’s state-owned oil marketing companies as global energy prices remain elevated amid the continuing West Asia conflict.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sweety Kumari about the murder of Chandranath Rath, a close aide of West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari, and why investigators now believe the killi
The Catch Up: NEET-UG cancelled over suspected leak (12 May)
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Hantavirus concerns, breaking barriers in sailing, and AI defence systems
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Anonna Dutt about Hantavirus and how it caused the deaths of three people on a cruise travelling from Argentina to Spain. The virus was contracted by a few more passengers onboard. Anonna talks about the virus, its symptoms and how serious the situation was on the cruise. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Shivani Naik about two teenage girls from Telangana
The Catch Up: Bengal BJP govt holds first Cabinet meeting (11 May)
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Vijay sworn in as CM, India-Pak sports rules, and Vinesh under scrutiny
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Arun Janardhanan about C Joseph Vijay taking oath as Tamil Nadu’s chief minister, the collapse of the state’s long-standing Dravidian political binary, and the coalition arithmetic that now lies ahead. Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Mihir Vasavda about the Sports Ministry’s new guidelines governing India-Pakistan sporting engagements after the Pahalgam
The Catch Up: Suvendu Adhikari Bengal's next CM, and more (8 May)
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3 blasts in 10 days, bird flu outbreak, and 'One District, One Cuisine'
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Man Aman Singh Chhina about the three blasts that have occurred in Punjab in the last 10 days and the concerns that they have raised regarding the state's security and the level of proactiveness and preparedness required from the Punjab Police. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Purnima Sah about one of western India’s largest egg supply hubs - Maharashtra
The Catch Up: A year after Operation Sindoor (7 May)
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Bengal's next CM, India's Census exercise, and an economic relief
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Tanushree Bose about the BJP’s sweeping victory in West Bengal, the factors behind Mamata Banerjee’s defeat, and who the party is likely to pick as the next chief minister.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Sujit Bisoyi about the first phase of India’s Census exercise, and the challenges enumerators are facing on the ground as the country undertakes its fir
The Catch Up: Vijay to take oath as Tamil Nadu CM (6 May)
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Behind BJP's Assam win, why Vinesh broke her silence, and AB-PMJAY in Bengal
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about the BJP's massive win in the Assam Assembly elections. She breaks down the reasons behind this win, what it means for the state and how politics in Assam has changed over the years. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nihal Koshie about wrestler Vinesh Phogat coming out and saying that she was one of the six women wrestlers who had filed
The Catch Up: Mamata says 'We have not been defeated. I will not resign' (5 May)
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Decoding the assembly election results 2026
Yesterday, in the Assembly election, most states voted for change. And the biggest result came from West Bengal, where the BJP won a landslide victory, ending Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress’ 15 year rule. In Tamil Nadu, actor-politician Vijay’s party, TVK, delivered a major sweep by coming close to the halfway mark and toppling the DMK-led government.The Indian Express' Neeta Sharma wi
The Catch Up: Assembly Elections 2026 voting underway (4 May)
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UAE's exit from OPEC, Thrissur tragedy, and chased by cow vigilantes
First, we talk to The Indian Express' National Business Editor Anil Sasi about the United Arab Emirates' exit from the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries or the OPEC. He discusses the reasons for its exit, why the timing is important, and how it will impact global oil prices. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Nidheesh MK about a tragic explosion in Kerala's Thrissur right before
The Catch Up: Bengal polls, Kejriwal refuses to be present in court, and more (1 May)
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An alternative to Hormuz, heat preparedness, and missing for 34 years
First, The Indian Express' Sukalp Sharma discusses the situation in West Asia where Iran has weaponised the Strait of Hormuz and jeopardized global fuel supplies.Next, we speak to The Indian Express' Amitabh Sinha about what the recent heatwaves tell us about the kind of summer India will experience this year, and the extent to which government preparedness has helped mitigate the impact of extrem
The Catch Up: Mamata Banerjee says TMC will win 200 seats (30 April)
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Kejriwal’s 'Satyagraha', fertiliser supply shock, and proof of death
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ National Legal Editor Apurva Vishwanath about Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal refusing to appear before a Delhi High Court judge in the excise policy case, and what this means for the proceedings.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ National Rural Affairs & Agriculture Editor Harish Damodaran about how the conflict in West Asia is beginning to affec
The Catch Up: Suvendu vs TMC clash (29 April)
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Bengal's final polling phase, Jharkhand exam scam, and a missing bird
First, we speak to veteran journalist and contributing editor to The Indian Express, Neerja Chowdhury, about West Bengal’s final phase of polling, and the challenges Mamata Banerjee faces as the BJP pushes into her stronghold.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Shubham Tigga about an exam fraud case in Jharkhand, where police say an under-construction building was being used to run a solver racke
The Catch Up: Mumbai family death mystery (28 April)
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ATLAS SkillTech Univerity: The Future of Work 2035 and the skills shaping new careers
We are living through a moment of rapid transformation. Artificial intelligence has already begun to redefine how we think, learn, and create. As the future unfolds, it prompts concerns around jobs that haven’t been invented yet and how one prepares for them. New industries are evolving which will require advanced skills related to tools that keep changing by the day.....so, what is the way forwar
IRS officer's daughter murder, Punjab's finance, and 30 students suspended
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Pragynesh about the alleged sexual assault and murder of the daughter of an IRS officer from Delhi. The accused used to work as a house help at the officer's house and was let go due to an online gambling issue.Next, we talk to The Indian Epress' Kanchan Vasdev about a delay in the salaries of government employees in Punjab, and what it reflects about the stat
The Catch Up: Severe heatwave grips North and Central India (27 April)
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AAP leaders’ exodus to BJP, SC on road safety, and White House shooting
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Jatin Anand about the exodus of seven Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MPs to the BJP, and what it means for the party’s future.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Dheeraj Mishra about a Supreme Court order asking why India’s highways continue to remain so deadly. (16:20)And in the end, we look at the security incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in
The Catch Up: West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls (24 April)
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Logical discrepancies defy logic, AI policing tool, and Dalit groom attacked
First, we talk about West Bengal, where the deletion of over 27 lakh voters during the Special Intensive Revision has raised serious questions, with many cases suggesting that the process may not hold up to scrutiny.Next, we look at Gujarat’s new AI-powered tool, NARIT-AI, which is being introduced to help police build stronger cases under the NDPS Act and whether it can actually improve convictio
The Catch Up: West Bengal and Tamil Nadu polls (23 April)
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India-South Korea ties, a year after Pahalgam, and and EC's notice to Kharge
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the President of Korea's recent visit to India. He talks about the discussions that happened between him and PM Modi, the efforts that were made to strengthen the ties between the two countries and how the relationship has evolved over the years. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about the tragi
The Catch Up: BJP demands strict action against Kharge (22 April)
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Iran war's impact, fighting childhood obesity, and India-Pak airspace
First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Udit Misra about the growing debate over India’s GDP numbers, after the new data series raised fresh questions about how accurately the country’s economic growth is being measured.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Rinku Ghosh about childhood obesity and how different countries are rethinking the food environment around children, with schools and cities exp
The Catch Up: India–Pakistan Airspace ban extended (21 April)
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Express Investigation: How a life saving cancer drug is counterfeited
While advances in early detection and treatment have reduced cancer deaths in many parts of the world, that progress hasn’t reached everyone. In India, cancer cases are rising, with nearly 14 lakh diagnoses in 2022—and access to life-saving drugs remains a major challenge.An investigation by The Indian Express, in collaboration with the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, reveal
The Catch Up: Protests continue in Manipur (20 April)
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Why the govt's bill failed, Bengal voters worry, and Hormuz blockade
First, we talk to The Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary about the special session of the parliament that was held to debate and pass the 131st Constitution Amendament Bill which aimed to implement 33% reservation for women in Lok Sabha and state assemblies, and facilitate delimitation. The bill failed to receive the required majority and Deeptiman shares why it happened and how things will proceed.
The Catch Up: Centre's push for delimitation (17 April)
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