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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Nikhil Ghanekar about The Great Nicobar Project that was proposed by the central government but was facing challenges due to concerns over its implications on the environment. Recently, there was a major breakthrough in the case, and we give you details of the same. 

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Sujit Bisoyi about a case of caste based discrimination in Odisha that has led to people boycotting an aganwadi. He talks about the case of a Dalit girl who was appointed as a helper cum cook at the anganwadi and everything that followed. (9:16)

Lastly, we talk about the AI Impact Summit 2026 which began yesterday in New Delhi and will continue till 20th November. (18:34)

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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy talk about a political change next door, Bangladesh has voted and the implications for India could be significant.

Next, The Indian Express' Rinku Ghosh discusses new data that challenges the long held assumption that fertility is primarily a women’s issue. (19:55)

In the end, we also look at how a 200 crore redevelopment plan aims to reconnect Srinagar’s historic Qalai Andar with the rest of the city. (12:48)


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The headlines of the week by The Indian Express

First, we talk to The Indian Express' Sukrita Baruah about a video that was posted on the twitter handle of the Assam BJP and has now landed it into trouble. She talks about the video, how it has been received, its repercussions given the situation in the state, and the party's reaction to it. 

Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Sujit Bisoyi about protest led by the BJD in Odisha. He shares that the population of the state largely constitutes of farmers, and how issues related to MSP and paddy procurement have been very important to the state and are the cause behind the current protests by BJD against the ruling BJP government. (11:31)

Lastly, we talk about India's procurement of 114 Rafael fighter jets and Poseidon 8I maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. (21:35)

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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

First, we start with West Bengal, where the formation of a new political front is threatening the TMC’s voter base and reshaping the Assembly poll dynamics. Ravik Bhattacharya, the Chief of Bureau at The Indian Express, Kolkata newsroom, explains how Mamata Banerjee’s party is responding to pressure from the BJP, central agencies, and emerging minority-led parties. 

Next, we speak to The Indian Express' Raakhi Jagga about why Indian farmer unions are protesting the India-US interim trade deal. From fears about the dairy sector to worries over tariffs and American agribusiness, we break down what’s at stake. (12:40)

And finally, we look at Rahul Gandhi’s sharp critique of the India-US deal in Parliament, where he accused the Modi government of signing an agreement that undermines national interest. (22:20)

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The headlines of the day by The Indian Express

Many Indian women - especially mothers - put their families first, often at the cost of their own nutrition. In many households, women eat last and eat the least. Over time, this can lead to serious vitamin and nutrient deficiencies that quietly impact their health, wellbeing, and quality of life.

The Indian Express, in association with Global Health Strategies, brings you a three-part podcast series exploring why nutrition matters for women and why this is an issue that concerns the nation as a whole.In the first episode of the series, we are in conversation with Michelin-star Chef Suvir who highlights how food, care, and women’s nutrition manifest in everyday Indian homes.

The conversation begins with personal stories and expands to broader patterns observed in families today. It illustrates how women often make most food decisions at home, how traditional Indian cooking satisfies nutritional needs.

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