x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

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.

news business news

All Episodes

35:46

Sephora Kids: Why Are Children Buying Anti-Ageing Creams

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/30

The skincare landscape in India has been significantly reshaped since the pandemic. Terms like serums, active ingredients, double cleansing, guasha tools, glass skin, and the Korean clear skin regime have become household names among skincare enthusiasts. A new phenomenon, ‘Sephora Kids’ is now making waves in the US, where preteens and early teens are increasingly using anti-aging products. This trend appears to be making its way to India, raising questions about its implications for the Indian

en-IN

18:18

Polls On My Pod: The Adversaries In Punjab And Bengal

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/28

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Arvind Kejriwal exchange sharp accusations as the battle intensifies in the last leg of the 18th Lok Sabha Elections. In this episode of Polls On My Pod, we explore the unique electoral landscapes of Punjab and West Bengal, where local issues and state policies shape voter sentiment. From the farmer protests in Punjab affecting BJP’s prospects to Mamata Banerjee’s dynamic campaign in Bengal, we analyse the key factors at play. Join host Nidhi Sharma as she reports

en-IN

22:56

Polls On My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/28

A small revolution has taken place in Jammu and Kashmir! Record numbers of people, from first-time voters to those who have boycotted elections for decades, came out to vote for a new government. Even Kashmiri migrants returned home to participate. In this election special series ‘Polls On My Pod’, we explore the implications of these elections, the highest turnout in 35 years for the Anantnag-Rajouri constituency, and the significant changes since the revocation of Article 370 in 2019. Listen to

en-IN

25:01

Weaving Woes: Why are Tiruppur’s Textile Mills Shutting?

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/24

The ripple effect of the Russia-Ukraine conflict has stretched far beyond its epicenter, reaching as far as Tiruppur, Tamil Nadu -- India’s knitwear capital. Tiruppur, often dubbed ‘Dollar Town,’ is renowned for contributing over 50% to India’s knitwear exports. However, the city now faces a crisis. Rising energy costs, inflation, reduced Western consumption, and local challenges like insufficient government support and high yarn prices have taken a toll. Factories are closing, jobs are vanishing,

en-IN

23:58

Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/23

The Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) proposed changes for project financing could significantly alter how infrastructure and real estate projects are funded. The central bank has suggested increasing the provisioning for all project-backed loans to enhance accountability and project viability. A recent government survey of 1,873 projects revealed substantial delays and cost overruns, highlighting the need for stricter regulations. Yet, the new guidelines have sparked debate among banks and companies,

en-IN

21:38

Polls On My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/22

Taunts and titters are flowing thick and fast as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections heat up after the apex court’s recent interim bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal. In this episode of The Morning Brief's special election podcast, 'Polls On My Pod', we dive into the elections in Delhi and Haryana – two small but crucial north Indian states. Here, the fight isn't just about numbers; it's about prestige. Listen to Nidhi Sharma in conversation with ET’s Jatin Takkar, BJP’s Praveen Khandelwal and Congress’ Jai

en-IN

24:59

Munch Kings: The Haldiram’s Story

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/21

Haldiram's, a bhujia maker that started from a modest shop in Bikaner, is now a multi-billion-dollar business wooed by private equity giants, at valuations topping a staggering Rs 70,000 crore.What makes Haldiram's so attractive? Is public listing a possibility too? Can its GenNext continue to steer the group towards more growth? In this episode, host Ratna Bhushan explores the group’s fascinating story of nearly nine decades: from Ganga Bhishen Agarwal’s vision to a thriving snacks empire. With

en-IN

20:49

Will Chabahar Port Open Up India’s Own Silk Route?

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/17

After years of relentless effort, India has signed a contract with Iran to operate its port of Chabahar. The port can potentially give India a firm foothold in global trade opening up easy routes to Afghanistan, and access to Central Asia and Europe.It will help India rival Pakistan’s Gwadar port and China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative. But US’ sanctions on Iran and its trade partners loom very large and could unsettle the project. Host Anirban Chowdhury analyses with Arun Kumar Gupta, former

en-IN

24:27

How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Options...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/16

US-based trading firm Jane Street Group has taken 2 former employees to court for allegedly stealing a confidential and immensely valuable trading strategy for the Indian derivatives market that helped it rake in a billion dollars. This has raised questions about trading firms’ profits coming at the expense of unsophisticated mom-and-pop traders. The Morning Brief’s latest episode lays threadbare why 90% of active retail traders lose money on derivatives and how trading firms are emerging as

en-IN

20:42

Polls On My Pod: The Jal, Jungle, Zameen Struggle

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/15

For this episode of Polls On My Pod, we travelled through India's coal belt, where mining threatens elephants & villagers. Tribals, facing crop destruction, demand solutions. Meanwhile, in Jharkhand, a once Naxal-controlled region recently held elections. Villagers, for the first time, voted in their own villages, boosting turnout! Is development possible without harming the environment? Can communities rebuild after Naxal influence? Catch Nidhi Sharma in the latest episode of the special

en-IN

21:10

Corner Office Conversation with Abhishek Lodha, CEO...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/14

Macrotech Developers, led by MD Abhishek Lodha, is aiming to be more than just a sales-topping builder. Lodha wants the company to be a consumer goods firm, focusing on accessibility and desired locations for homebuyers. This comes with a boom in India's luxury housing market and a predicted threefold growth in the realty sector by 2034. Listen to Hosts Anirban Chowdhury and Kailash Babar on The Morning Brief podcast for the full interview where Lodha discusses the potential of India's real estate

en-IN

24:02

K-Pop to K-Colleges: India’s Korea Craze Continues

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/10

From BTS to Bibimbap, K-culture is taking over India's Gen Z! But it's not just K-Pop and K-Dramas anymore. Studying abroad in South Korea is becoming super popular. But why the sudden surge? Host Prachi Verma dives into the reasons behind the "K-College" craze! South Korea offers high-quality education, lower costs compared to Western countries, and a chance to experience the Korean culture firsthand. Is South Korea the next big study abroad destination for India? Listen to Shantanu Singh,

en-IN

25:30

IndiGo’s New Avatar

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/09

Budget airline IndiGo is shaking things up! It just ordered a bunch of giant Airbus A350 planes, which translates to things the LCC has never offered before: long haul international flights and a semi premium product. This could be a game changer for Indian aviation, given it controls more than 60% of the market. The new planes are expensive to own and fly, competition is fierce, and it'll take time to turn a profit on those long trips. Can IndiGo make it work? Anirban Chowdhury asks Kapil Kaul, CEO

en-IN

16:48

Polls On My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/08

Rahul Gandhi's strategic move to contest from Rae Bareli, a seat steeped in history, sets the stage for intense electoral drama. From interesting contests in Madhya Pradesh to the new factor of Rajput agitation in Gujarat and the nationwide impact, host Nidhi Sharma dissects the battlegrounds and issues shaping the upcoming elections. Tune in for exclusive insights and expert analysis from ET’s C L Manoj and D P Bhattacharya on the evolving political landscape. Also, listen to what Digvijaya Singh

en-IN

34:57

Democracy, Diplomacy, Discourse with S. Jaishankar

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/07

In this episode of The Morning Brief podcast, external affairs minister S. Jaishankar talks about his role in the elections, Biden’s “xenophobic” remark, terror elements in Canada, problems in Pakistan and Myanmar, his critique of Nehru’s foreign policy and what OTT series he is currently watching with ET. Tune in now! If you like this episode, check out more Corner Office Conversations from the podcast: Ravi Kant Jaipuria, Arjun Nohwar, Manoj Chacko, G.V. Prasad, Dara Khosrowshahi, Henry Kravis,

en-IN

24:24

Unpacking Wipro's Woes: Can the IT Giant Bounce Back?

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/03

Wipro, a leading Indian IT company, has been under the spotlight for a string of high-profile exits. CEO Thierry Delaporte's abrupt resignation before his term's end follows a trail of senior departures, including CFO Jatin Dalal and growth officer Stephanie Trautman. Can Wipro's new captain, veteran Srinivas Pallia, navigate the choppy waters? This episode of The Morning Brief podcast dives deep into Wipro's challenges. Was it a leadership crisis under Delaporte's restructuring efforts? How will

en-IN

23:57

Swiggy vs Zomato, Coming Soon on Stock Exchanges

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/02

Food delivery giants Swiggy and Zomato are set to battle it out on the stock exchange! But can Swiggy challenge the reigning champion Zomato? Hosts Mugdha Variyar and Apoorva Mittal dive deep into this delivery duel as they analyse Swiggy's story, Zomato's dominant market share, and what it all means for investors. Hear from market analyst Karan Taurani of Elara Capital and cloud kitchen brand Ghost Kitchen’s Founder Karan Tanna on whether Swiggy can close the gap or if the IPO will be a

en-IN

25:54

Election Commission's Challenge: How To Make Indian...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/05/01

In this episode of The Morning Brief’s election special series “Polls On My Pod," we delve into the recent challenge of credibility surrounding the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. As the battle of rhetoric escalates between political heavyweights, the Election Commission of India has taken the unprecedented step of serving notices to the BJP and Congress for alleged violations of the model code of conduct by their star campaigners: PM Narendra Modi and Rahul Gandhi. Join your hosts Nidhi Sharma and

en-IN

29:47

The Kotak Kerfuffle

The Morning Brief ·

2024/04/30

The RBI has barred Kotak Mahindra Bank from signing up new customers through online and mobile banking channels and issuing fresh credit cards. The move–a bankers’ biggest nightmare–has resulted in Kotak Mahindra Bank losing a billion dollars in market value, and third place in market cap to its nearest rival Axis Bank on the bourses. The Morning Brief’s latest episode sheds light on the reasons behind RBI’s unilateral action, what it means for Kotak and what’s wrong with the banking sector’s

en-IN

20:40

Corner Office Conversation with Ravi Kant Jaipuria,...

The Morning Brief ·

2024/04/26

Ravi Kant Jaipuria, Chairman of RJ Corp is responsible for 1/6th of the world guzzling Pepsi. His company Varun Beverages is PepsiCo’s best bottler in the world. The markets love the company whose stock has surged by 300% in two years. But there’s much more to Jaipuria’s nearly $3 billion business empire: QSRs, tea parlours, stem cells and schools. In a candid chat with host Ratna Bhushan on The Morning Brief, Jaipuria talks about how he keeps the fizz in his business intact after so many years. He

en-IN

848 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS News

CD Voice

China Daily

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi

Jeffrey Epstein: The Coverup Chronicles

Bobby Capucci