News18 Explainers

BJP’s big win in Delhi marks a turning point in the capital’s political landscape. What changed this time? How will governance unfold under the new leadership? And does this signal a larger shift in urban politics? We break it all down in this post-election deep dive.

Trump has initiated a trade war, slapping tariffs on products from China, Canada, and Mexico. Although he has paused the tariffs on Mexico and Canada for a month, the threat still looms large. In this explainer, we break down what this means for the U.S. economy, global trade, and India.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s Budget 2025 hikes income tax exemptions, prioritizes Bihar’s development, and unveils sector-specific reforms. Tune in as we unpack the key announcements and their implications.

What is DeepSeek, and how is it different from other AI models? In what ways will DeepSeek disrupt the AI industry? We break it all down in this explainer.

The Maha Kumbh Mela began on January 13, 2025, and will continue until February 26. The event is expected to attract 400 to 450 million pilgrims. But why is this year's Mela particularly significant? How is it contributing to the Indian economy? How is the Uttar Pradesh government managing the largest gathering on Earth? Tune in to find out more.

Since Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025, he has issued several executive orders. His decisions—including ending birthright citizenship, reviving the Mexico border emergency, and withdrawing from the Paris Agreement and the World Health Organization (WHO)—have garnered significant global attention. We will analyze the implications of these actions for both America and the world.

Union Budget 2025 Income Tax Anticipations Live: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for 2025-26 on February 1, 2025. Economist Gaurav Choudhury anticipates a focus on job creation, consumption boost, new tax framework, support for women and farmers, industry incentives, and fiscal discipline.

A ceasefire in Gaza began on 19th January, following a truce mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, ending 15 months of conflict. While there are still some issues with identifying hostages for release, this marks a positive development. Tune in for more details.

Hindenberg Research, the American short-selling firm has shut down. Why did founder Nate Anderson close the firm despite its high-profile investigations? What will happen to the pending allegations against Adani and SEBI? Tune in for an in-depth analysis.

Delhi gears up for a high-stakes election on February 5, 2025. With infrastructure failures, rising pollution, and political drama, will the Aam Aadmi Party maintain its grip on power, or is Delhi ready for change? We break it down in this explainer.