Podcast Episodes

Did Amazon spy on Flipkart and others?

In today’s Finshots, we tell you about how Amazon has been trying to get insider information about its rivals such as Flipkart and Walmart.

But before we begin, we have a question for you — Do you wa…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

NASA has a budget problem

In today’s Finshots, we tell you why America’s space agency, NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) is struggling to fund its space missions.

But before we begin, we have a question for…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Should DMart sell gold?

In today’s episode for 20th April 2024, we explain how DMart has tweaked its strategy over the past year and we make a suggestion of our own.

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Golden Passports and Visas are losing their shine

In today’s episode for 19th April 2024, we tell you why countries are clamping down on schemes that offer citizenships and residence permits in return for cash.

But before we begin, we have a questio…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Why an India-Mauritius tax amendment triggered a stock market slide

In today’s episode for 18th April 2024, we tell you why a tax treaty amendment with Mauritius nudged foreign investors to withdraw their investments from the Indian stock market and why Mauritius let…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Can Tamil Nadu expand its ‘Detroit of India’ tag to EVs?

In today’s episode for 17th April 2024, we tell you how Tamil Nadu became India’s automobile manufacturing hub and now wants to take the Electric Vehicle (EV) crown too.

Also, a quick side note. If y…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Can India recharge Tesla?

In today’s episode for 16th April 2024, we explain Tesla’s interest in India and the possible hurdles it might face.

Also, a quick side note. If you're someone who has great communication skills and …

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

How greenhouse gases are being smuggled into Europe

In today’s episode for 15th April 2024, we tell you how and why powerful climate pollutant gases called HFCs (hydrofluorocarbons) are being illegally traded across Europe.

But before we begin, we hav…

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

How a bird expanded a fundamental right

In today’s episode for 12th April 2024, we explain how the tussle between saving Rajasthan’s state bird and renewable power has led to the recognition of a new distinct fundamental right.

But before …

Published on 1 year, 8 months ago

Why is Kerala in a financial crisis?

In today’s Finshots, we explain how the state ended up in a spot of bother and why it is unhappy with the central government.

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Published on 1 year, 8 months ago