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The Morning Brief

The Economic Times

To make sense of the week’s hottest stories in business, economy, politics and markets, journalists from the Economic Times chat with reporters and industry leaders in this thrice-weekly (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday) podcast.

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39:10

Corner Office Conversation With Monika Shergill, VP,...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/23

Netflix’s India story is a growing piece of its global saga that spans 278 million subscribers and an annual revenue of more than $34 billion. Indian content on the platform has been attracting subscribers at home and abroad and has pushed into being a profitable entity. But content costs are growing, cinemas are filling and consumer dynamics are rapidly changing. In this episode, Monika Shergill talks about the Netflix India story and its upcoming episodes and seasons.You can follow our host Arijit

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20:13

Space For Everyone

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/22

Many of us grew up dreaming of becoming astronauts, picturing ourselves floating among the stars. In today’s world, making that dream a reality is no longer the destiny of the select few. With private companies like Blue Origin and Virgin Galactic making space travel accessible, anyone can now touch the cosmos. Join host Nirmal John as he sits down with Michael Edmonds of Blue Origin and Gopichand Thotakura, India’s first civilian astronaut, to discuss how you too can fly to space.Credit:

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22:29

Can Hosur be a Jamshedpur Plus?

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/20

Hosur, a town in Tamil Nadu, is on the cusp of a transformation. With Tata Group’s ambitious projects and a rapidly changing landscape, some are calling it the next Jamshedpur. But what does that really mean? In this episode, host Dia Rekhi explores the vision behind Hosur’s development, the parallels with Jamshedpur, and the role of the state government in shaping this industrial town of the future. Joining her isTamil Nadu's Industries Minister Dr TRB Rajaa and Historian & Professor, Dr Arup

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31:27

Corner Office Conversation with Akasa’s Vinay Dube &...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/16

Akasa Air, one of India's youngest carriers, has had a fairly good run so far. The two-year old airline was the fastest in India to start international operations and the fastest to scale up its fleet. It now operates more than 900 weekly flights to India and international locations, has a 4.7% domestic market share and 226 planes on order. But piling losses, ruthless competition from the IndiGo-Air India duopoly and a slowdown in deliveries from troubled plane maker Boeing loomed large and

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23:01

What Makes India The Emerging GCC Capital?

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2024/08/15

GCCs or Global Capability Centres are today among the biggest FDI vehicles cum job creators that few are talking about. Target, Maersk and JP Morgan Chase, Accenture, AstraZeneca are investing big on these centres making them the latest phenomenon to push India as a global talent hub. Host Dia Rekhi explores how GCCs are driving digital innovation in India for the world’s biggest brands. With Ramkumar Ramamoorthy, Partner, Catalincs and Bala Sankaranarayanan, CEO, Thryve Digital Health LLPYou can

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20:36

Why The GST Official is India Inc’s New Boogeyman

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2024/08/13

Of late, GST sleuths have come knocking on the doors of real estate and construction companies, tech service providers, foreign airlines, insurance companies and many other conglomerates. Corporate India has cried foul and labelled this an exercise in tax terrorism. Despite being 7 years old, why is the CBIC ramping up tax demands on companies across sectors? What’s leading to the dissonance between companies and the taxmen? Are the dockets of the GST appellate tribunal about to overflow? Host

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18:45

Navigating The Perfect Markets Storm

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2024/08/09

Sharp currency fluctuations and renewed geopolitical tensions triggered a wave of selling across global equities. We explore the factors that led to this near-perfect storm, the Bank of Japan’s crucial intervention, and the lessons investors can learn from this volatile period. Join Host Nishanth Vasudevan has he talks to Ritesh Jain, Co-founder of Pinetree Macro about the recent upheaval in global financial markets and what it means for the future of global investments.Credits: Firstpost, NEWS9

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28:51

Bangladesh Battered

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2024/08/08

Bangladesh is facing its worst crisis in recent times. The government has broken down, PM Sheikh Hasina has escaped, law and order is in complete disarray as mob violence and vandalism continue to rattle several parts of the country. As talks of an interim government hang in the air and security concerns loom large, what are the concerns for India, a friend to Sheikh Hasina, but not necessarily to the political forces that now hold sway in the state? Host Anirban Chowdhury talks to Kingshuk

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18:54

Deconstructing Quota Within Quota

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/06

On August 1, the Supreme Court of India delivered a groundbreaking verdict, empowering state governments to sub-categorize castes within the Scheduled Castes based on socio-economic backwardness. This 6:1 decision addresses the issue of certain communities monopolising reservation benefits. Host Nidhi Sharma breaks down the complexities of this ruling and its implications. We explore the historical context, political dynamics, and the contentious debates surrounding the quota within quota system

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18:59

Taxing Times for Infosys

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2024/08/02

IT services major Infosys has been slapped with a pre-show cause notice from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) for alleged tax dues of over ₹32,000 crores, the biggest ever such number for an Indian IT company. Infosys has cited a recent circular from the CBIC to say the services received from its overseas branches are not taxable. Why would the DGGI send the notice? What is Infosys' response? And what impact could this have on the company and the broader IT industry? Dia Rekhi and

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19:54

Will Ola Electrify the Markets?

The Morning Brief ·

2024/08/01

The highly anticipated IPO of Ola Electric Mobility is set to open for subscription on August 2nd. Backed by Softbank, Ola Electric is India’s leading electric two-wheeler manufacturer, and this IPO marks a significant milestone in the country’s EV revolution. But there are concerns: losses, cash burn and previous incidents with its products.. Listen in as host Anirban Chowdhury talks with ET’s auto experts Sumantra Barooah and Manu P Toms, unpacking what this means for investors and India’s

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21:40

The Biggest Indian Pharma Deal of the Decade

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2024/07/30

Mankind Pharma has announced it will buy biotech company BSV for a whopping Rs 13,630 crore. The deal brings together a master of mass market products and an intrinsic innovator in the high entry barrier spaces of the healthcare market. It’s an expensive buy and Mankind has gone for broke, raising equity and debt and stalling other planned purchases. Why is the deal so important and how will it transform Mankind Pharma’s position in the industry? Host Anirban Chowdhury, ET’s pharma expert Vikas

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23:30

Bangladesh Quota Furore

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/26

Unrest in Bangladesh has erupted following a controversial court ruling reinstating a 30% government job quota for the descendants of freedom fighters. The decision has led to nationwide protests, over 200 deaths, and severe disruptions. Host Prachi Verma delves into the origins and escalation of this crisis, its impact on regional stability and global trade, with insights from Former Foreign Secretary, Harsh Vardhan Shringla and ET's Dipanjan Roy Chaudhury. Tune in as TMB explores the complexities

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34:33

Budget Baatein with Swaminathan Aiyar

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2024/07/25

Investments, employment, and consumption are the three burning issues facing India in 2024. Did the government’s latest fiscal budget deliver on all three? At a deeper level, should a fiscal budget solve problems on these aspects? You have read, seen and heard all the immediate analysis and number crunching around Budget 24. Listen in for a deeper analysis of what lies beyond these numbers, the allocations, the promises and the balancing. Can the government really create jobs? Have PLIs been

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23:52

Quantum Computing: Understanding Qubits And The Future

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/23

There are three kinds of people in the world: those who understand quantum computing, those who dont..and those who do and don’t. Quantum computing goes beyond the world of binaries, into the smallest units of calculations fathomable. It can simulate chemical reactions and optimize AI, financial service and healthcare beyond the range of current human thought. It is into this realm that India wishes to take a leap. It launched the National Quantum Mission with a budget of over Rs. 6,003 crore

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16:21

The Blue Screen of Death

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/19

In an unexpected twist, Friday, 19th July, brought a mini tech apocalypse that left air travel, banks, retail, hospitals, TV channels, and stock markets reeling from disruptions. The culprit? A problematic update from cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, which led to widespread system crashes and the infamous Blue Screen of Death. In this special weekend episode, host Anirban Chowdhury breaks down the chaos with insights with a global tech veteran, Peter Bendor-Samuel, CEO and founder of tech research

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18:20

Risk or Respite: RBI Sets Rules On Fraud

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/19

The RBI has set new rules to pre-empt, prevent and penalise banking fraud. Instances of fraud in the sector have nearly trebled in the last year. Interestingly, the central bank’s new guidelines give more scope to the accused to clear their names. The new rules, for instance, give three weeks to the borrower to respond to allegations before it’s tagged as a fraud account. Host Anirban Chowdhury discusses the pros and cons with Abizer Diwanji advisor, Neostrat Advisors LLP, Dhruv Chawla, Partner

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21:20

Power Play: Andhra’s Vendetta Politics

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/18

Andhra Pradesh is in the spotlight with N. Chandrababu Naidu back in power. Known as the "CEO" Chief Minister, Naidu is on a mission to attract investments and eliminate political opposition. Allegations of politics are rampant too. In just a month, Naidu has demolished YSRCP’s under-construction central office. He has also released white papers criticising the Jagan administration's handling of major projects, escalating the political battle. Host Nidhi Sharma explores these developments and their

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19:09

Bumpy Ride For EVs In India

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/16

Electric vehicle sales are slowing down in India, following a global trend they had bucked until as late as June.Champions of the EV story like Tata Motors are revising their sales guidance downwards, even as challenges of limited charging infrastructure and range loom large. Host Anirban Chowdhury analyses the problem and discusses possible solutions with Rajeev Singh, leader, consumer industry, Deloitte India and ET’s Sharmishtha Mukherjee.Credits: Bloomberg TechnologyYou can also check the

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25:39

Corner Office Conversation With Ipsita Das, Managing...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/07/12

French alcobev manufacturer, and part of the largest luxury group in the world Moët Hennessy is planning to expand its India focus. After being in the country for over two decades, the company now has their own sparkling wine production facility in India, and an Indian managing director, for the first time ever - Ipsita Das. The company’s sharper India focus is in keeping with the country’s fast-growing premium liquor market Host Shabori Das talks to Ipsita Das about Moët Hennessy’s plans for India,

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