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ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

Asian News International (ANI)

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash gets eminent people from different walks of life to talk about issues that impact you and society at large. Join Smita Prakash as she brings important voices from the field of politics, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. Dive in for a great listening experience brought to you by India’s largest news agency.

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00:51:37

S02E04 | MSP, Urea, and Debt – The Harsh Truth About...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/02/07

Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi, CEO and MD of IFFCO (Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Ltd), is a pioneer in the fertiliser industry and has been honoured with the title “Fertiliser Man of India.”In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Dr. Awasthi talks about the major challenges Indian farmers face and what can be done to address them. He discusses whether India can become self-sufficient in fertilisers and how farmers’ incomes can be increased. He also sheds light on IFFCO’s Nano

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00:48:36

EP-258 | "Arvind Kejriwal is a Threat to...

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2025/02/04

Pawan Khera is currently serving as the Chairman of Media and Publicity for the Congress. He previously worked as the political secretary to former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit from 1998 to 2013. Since 2015, Khera has been representing the party in debates and discussions on television channels.In this episode of ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Pawan Khera discusses Congress' prospects in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections. He calls Arvind Kejriwal a 'megalomaniac' and claims that his party

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01:07:08

S02E03 | Will Bihar trust Nitish Kumar, again? |...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/02/02

Sanjay Kumar Jha is a member of the Rajya Sabha and serves as the National Working President of Janata Dal-United. He is also the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Committee on Transport, Tourism, and Culture.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sanjay Jha discusses the challenges Bihar is facing, such as unemployment, poverty, literacy rates, migration, and GDP growth. He also reflects on what Nitish Kumar has accomplished for the state over the last 20 years. Jha speaks about

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01:28:19

EP-257 | Jaideep Ahlawat Unfiltered: Paatal Lok,...

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2025/01/30

Jaideep Ahlawat is a talented Indian actor known for his powerful performances. Born and raised in Rohtak, Haryana, he studied acting at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). He gained early recognition with films like Aakrosh (2010) and Khatta Meetha (2010), but it was Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) that helped him establish a foothold in the Hindi film industry.His big breakthrough came with Paatal Lok (2020), where he played Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary. The role won him his first

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01:27:50

S02E02 | BPSC Exam Row, Bihar Politics, Prashant...

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2025/01/28

Shambhavi Choudhary is the youngest Member of Parliament in the 18th Lok Sabha. At 26 years old, she represents the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) from Samastipur. Her father, Ashok Choudhary, is a JDU leader and a key minister in Nitish Kumar's cabinet.She holds a Master’s degree in Sociology from the Delhi School of Economics and graduated from Lady Shri Ram College. She is pursuing a PhD on the participation of women in active electoral politics in Bihar from Magadh University. In this

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01:29:43

EP-256 | Budget 2025, Indian Economy, Taxes on Middle...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/01/24

Dr. Shamika Ravi is a member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister and a Secretary to the Government of India. Her research focuses on the economics of development, including Finance, Healthcare, Urbanization, Gender Equality, Welfare and Poverty.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Dr. Shamika Ravi talks about India’s economic outlook for 2025 and whether the world’s fastest-growing economy is slowing down. She also discusses women’s participation in the

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01:17:25

EP-255 | "Fake promises won't clean Yamuna or fix...

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2025/01/22

Will the BJP end the schemes run by the Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi? What will happen to Mohalla Clinics and free bus rides for women? Will free education for all continue? Is the BJP offering freebies to win power in Delhi?In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Baijayant Jay Panda, BJP National Vice President and MP from Kendrapara, joins us. He has been appointed as the Delhi BJP election in-charge and answers questions about AAP’s schemes and the BJP's manifesto. Panda accuses

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01:29:33

EP-1 | Delhi Polls, Oil Imports, George Soros, India...

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2025/01/19

The ANI Podcast is launching a new format with live audience interaction! In this version of the show, ANI employees and reporters will be part of the audience, asking questions and sharing their thoughts.Hardeep Singh Puri, a seasoned diplomat and the current Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, joins the discussion. He criticizes former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for not tackling corruption and pollution in the city. Puri also talks about India’s oil imports and shares his views

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01:36:03

EP-254 | "Arvind Kejriwal is Useless, a...

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2025/01/16

In the last two Delhi Assembly elections, Congress failed to secure a single seat out of 70. Its vote share has dropped from 40% to just 4% in the last 18 years. Can the Grand Old Party make a comeback in the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections? Can it rejuvenate its cadre in the National Capital? Was it a mistake to support AAP in 2013? In this ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Sandeep Dikshit, Former MP and son of Ex-Delhi CM Sheila Dikshit, answers these pressing questions. He also shares untold stories

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02:03:06

EP-253 | Delhi Polls, Freebies, Kejriwal, 'Fake'...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/01/14

Can the BJP break the 27-year jinx and form a government in the National Capital? Who has the edge in the 2025 Delhi Assembly polls? Where does the BJP stand in Delhi? Is RSS backing the BJP in the Delhi polls? Are freebies the route to power? Who is BJP’s main rival in Delhi—Congress or AAP?In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Parvesh Verma, former MP, answers all these questions. He is the BJP's candidate from New Delhi, contesting against Arvind Kejriwal and Sandeep Dikshit

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02:03:06

EP-252 |Justin Trudeau’s love for Khalistan & his...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/01/12

Why did Justin Trudeau resign? Is it a temporary tactic? What are Trudeau's scandals? Did Khalistanis prop up his government? What’s the impact on Canada after Trump won the election? To answer these questions, we are joined by Kushal Mehra, author and podcaster, and Daniel Bordman, senior correspondent for The National Telegraph and Geopolitical Analyst. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Kushal Mehra and Daniel Bordman discuss a range of topics, including who could succeed

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01:17:51

EP-251 | How Temples Can Power India's Economy |...

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2025/01/08

What is Dharmic Capitalism? How can Dharma power India’s economy? What role do temples play in the modern economy? How has Dharma shaped India’s economy over the centuries? And how did Kautilya use Dharma to boost the economy and ensure political stability? Sriram Balasubramanian, an economist and author, explores these questions in the latest episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash. Discussing his latest book, 'Dharmanomics: An Indigenous and Sustainable Economic Model', Sriram explains how

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01:46:19

EP-250 | Untold Tales of Kargil & Balakot | Stunning...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2025/01/05

Do UFOs exist, or are they just illusions? What’s the truth behind sightings in New Jersey and California? Is the USA hiding something? And why is there no big UFO culture in India? Has the Indian Air Force ever encountered a UFO? In this latest episode of ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Air Marshal Dilip Kumar Patnaik (Retd.), former Eastern Air Commander, answers all these intriguing questions. He also shares untold stories from the Kargil War, including flying some of the deadliest missions and

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02:08:07

EP-249 | The Ideas Politburo with Shehzad, Kushal &...

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2024/12/31

From politics to dating, cricket to OTT shows, the ANI Podcast Team wraps up 2024 with a year-end special that's both entertaining and insightful. Every topic is seasoned with a pinch of wit and a dash of intrigue, making it a must-listen!In this special edition, hosted by Smita Prakash, the guests bring their unique perspectives to the table: Shehzad Poonawalla, National Spokesperson of the BJP, shares his take on the political highlights of the year. Kushal Mehra, an author and podcaster, weighs

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01:28:30

EP-248 | Atul Subhash Case, Gender Bias in Indian...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/27

The suicide of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash has brought the spotlight onto gender-biased laws in India. Why did suicide become the only option for Atul Subhash? Who is responsible for his death— the system, the judiciary, or the police? His tragic death has sparked a demand for gender-neutral laws in India. In an episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Priya Jain, a lawyer and co-founder of Finology Legal, discusses the legal challenges and how some sections of the law are not

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01:28:13

EP-247 | Mandir-Masjid Debate: Places of Worship Act...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/22

There seems to be no end to the Temple-Mosque disputes in India. After Ayodhya, claims have emerged regarding a mosque allegedly being built after the demolition of a temple in U.P.'s Sambhal. What does the Places of Worship Act, 1991, say about such disputes? Did the Ayodhya judgment set a legal precedent? And what about maintaining communal harmony?In the latest episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, J. Sai Deepak, a Senior Advocate at the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court,

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01:42:39

EP-246 | Mental Health Crisis, Stress at Work,...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/18

Why are mental health disorder cases rising in India? Why are so many young people struggling with depression and anxiety? What are the real causes of ADHD, and how can we break common myths about mental health?To answer these questions, we are joined by Dr. Achal Bhagat, one of New Delhi’s leading psychiatrists. He is a Senior Consultant Psychiatrist and leads a team of psychologists, social workers, and therapists. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Dr Bhagat talks about

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01:13:41

EP-245 | The Dark Side of the Modelling World:...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/15

What does it take to become a supermodel? How difficult is it to reach the top of the modelling industry? What role do diet and body image play in modelling? Why is there a rise in cosmetic surgeries among models and actors? What goes on behind the scenes during a fashion show?To answer these questions, we're joined by Alicia Kaur, a Mumbai-based model originally from Australia, who has made a name for herself in the fashion industry. In this ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Alicia talks about the

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02:16:43

EP-244 | 'Religious Genocide,' Temple Destruction,...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/12

Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore from 1782 to 1799, is often celebrated in history books as a freedom fighter and the "Tiger of Mysore." He was the son of Hyder Ali, a Muslim military officer who became the king of Mysore after overthrowing the Hindu Wadiyar dynasty. But was Tipu Sultan truly a freedom fighter, or was he an Islamist ruler known for his tyranny?In his latest book, 'Tipu Sultan: The Saga of Mysore's Interregnum (1760–1799)', historian and author Dr. Vikram Sampath challenges the

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02:34:05

EP-243 | Sunil Chhetri on Fitness, Food, Football,...

ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash ·

2024/12/08

Sunil Chhetri is widely regarded as one of the greatest football players in India. Playing as a forward for the national team from 2005 to 2024, he became the country's all-time top goal-scorer and most-capped player. Internationally, he stands fourth on the list of all-time goal-scorers, behind legends like Messi, Ronaldo, and Daei.In Indian club football, Chhetri has been a star, representing teams like Bengaluru FC, Mohun Bagan, and Mumbai City FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) and I-League

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