3 Things

First, Indian Express’ Manoj CG joins us to talk about the debates surrounding Rahul Gandhi’s conviction in a defamation case and subsequent disqualification from the Lok Sabha.
Second, Indian Express’ Amrita Nayak Dutta discusses the One Rank One Pension scheme for the ex-servicemen of the Indian armed forces and why it is a highly contested issue. (12:22)

And in the end, Indian Express’ Sujit Bisoyi speaks about the rat infestation problem at the 12th-century Jagannath Temple in Puri. (23:22)

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The headlines this evening from the Indian Express.

Who is the radical Sikh preacher and pro-Khalistan activist Amritpal Singh? Why has the police launched an intense crackdown against him and his organisation Waris Punjab De? And what challenges lie ahead of the Punjab government at a time when Khalistani sentiments have resurfaced?

In this episode, Indian Express’ Manraj Grewal Sharma joins us to answer these questions, and discuss everything you need to know about the Amritpal case.

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The headlines this evening from the Indian Express.

First, Indian Express' Deeptiman Tiwary joins us to discuss why Interpol withdrew the Red Corner Notice issued against fugitive jeweller Mehul Choksi and how this will impact the CBI's case against him.

Second, Indian Express' Kiran Parashar talks about the rise in crypto cyber frauds in India and what makes these scams possible. (10:45)

And in the end, we quickly go over a US State Department report which flagged human rights issues in India. (23:15)

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The headlines this evening from the Indian Express.

First, Indian Express’ Rural Affairs Editor Harish Damodaran explains how India became the second largest exporter of sugar in the world.

Next, Indian Express’ Abhinaya Harigovind talks about whether sand mining in Haryana is worsening Delhi’s water crisis (09:28).

And in the end, Indian Express’ Kanchan Vasdev tells us who all are being held responsible for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s security breach last year (17:24).

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The headlines this evening from the Indian Express.

First, Indian Express' Udit Misra explains why Credit Suisse, one of world's largest banks, got sold to its rival UBS, and the concerns it raises about financial institutions.

Next, Indian Express' Apurva Vishwanath talks about foreign lawyers and law firms being allowed to operate in India, and how it could potentially change the landscape of legal practice in the country (14:32)

And in the end, we take a quick look at the reason why the Parliament got adjourned for the sixth consecutive day yesterday (20:25).

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The headlines this evening from the Indian Express.