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News18 Explainers

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An audio series where we make complex issues easy, explain events and concepts in politics, economy and a lot more.
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Episodes

Why Pushpa 2 has ignited a pan-India craze

"Pushpa 2," directed by Sukumar and starring Allu Arjun, has grossed over Rs 800 crore worldwide in just four days. The Hindi version of this sequel has outperformed the original Telugu version. In this episode, we explore the factors behind the film's incredible success. Tune in!

Dec 09, 202410 minEp. 175

Task cut out for Devendra Fadnavis

Devendra Fadnavis has been re-elected as the Chief Minister of Maharashtra after a tumultuous 12 days that followed the assembly election results. What potential changes might occur in the state's political and governance dynamics under this new leadership? We discuss.

Dec 05, 2024Ep. 174

Why ISKCON priests are facing threats in Bangladesh

With Hindu priest Chinmoy Krishna Das detained, and over 60 ISKCON priests denied travel to India despite having valid documents, we explore the increasing risks to minority rights in Bangladesh.

Dec 02, 202411 minEp. 173

Why India turned down the COP29 climate finance deal

At COP29, developed nations have pledged $300 billion annually to support developing countries. However, India and other nations have expressed dissent regarding the agreement. We explain why India rejected the deal.

Nov 27, 2024Ep. 172

Maharashtra, Jharkhand election results decoded

Why did the BJP strategy work in Maharashtra but not in Jharkhand? What did the JMM-led alliance do right in Jharkhand, which the MVA comprising SS(UBT), NCP(SP) and INC couldn't in Maharashtra? Explained.

Nov 25, 202411 minEp. 171

Should Google be forced to sell Chrome?

The US Department of Justice may force Google to sell Chrome, the world's most popular browser. This action stems from a petition filed during Trump's first term and continued under Biden. We discuss the necessity of US intervention in private-sector matters.

Nov 21, 202410 minEp. 170

Nayanthara vs Dhanush

Nayanthara and Dhanush are in a heated public dispute. The actress has called Dhanush a tyrant, sparking divided opinions among fans and industry members on who's right. We discuss the legalities of the matter.

Nov 20, 20246 minEp. 169

Who will fix Delhi pollution?

As the air quality index in the National Capital Region remains in the severe plus category, we discuss potential solutions for this critical issue and address the question: Is this the new normal for Delhi? Tune in.

Nov 20, 202414 minEp. 168

The loyalists of Trump 2.0

After reflecting on his past presidency, Donald Trump vowed to appoint loyalists to his cabinet in his second term. Who are these loyalists expected to take on key positions in Trump 2.0? What roles will Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy play in the effort to "make America great again"? We discuss.

Nov 13, 20249 minEp. 166

Judicial journey of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna

In this episode, we reflect on Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna’s judicial journey, the legacy of former CJI DY Chandrachud, their illustrious family backgrounds, and more. Tune in.

Nov 12, 202413 minEp. 165

America Chooses Donald Trump

The United States presidential election results are in, and Donald Trump has won the race. In this episode, we explore the implications of this significant global development and its potential impact on both domestic and international landscapes.

Nov 06, 202413 minEp. 164

Manoj Jarange Patil bowls a googly

Maratha activist Manoj Jarange Patil has announced that he will not endorse any candidates or party in the upcoming elections . How will Jarange's U-turn imapct the polls? We discuss.

Nov 05, 202410 minEp. 163

Maharashtra election curtain raiser

How is the upcoming Maharashtra election looking, with the BJP having named 121 candidates while the MVA has finalised its seat-sharing arrangement for 255 constituencies? We discuss.

Oct 28, 202418 minEp. 162

Is the India-China border debate finally settled?

India and China have announced disengagement at friction points along the Line of Actual Control, sparking questions about lasting peace. As both nations seek resolution following years of tension, we explore the complexities of their relationship, recent summits, and the strategic global landscape shifting around them.

Oct 25, 202421 minEp. 161

India-Canada relations nosedive

We examine the strained relationship between India and Canada in light of Justin Trudeau's recent allegations regarding the Indian government's involvement in targeted killings on Canadian soil, allegedly using Lawrence Bishnoi as a proxy.

Oct 16, 202420 minEp. 158

Who killed Baba Siddique?

On Saturday, October 12th, Baba Siddique, a former Maharashtra minister and three-time MLA, was murdered near his son's office in Bandra East. We discuss the details of his murder, including the involvement of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang, and whether it was a contract killing due to business rivalry.

Oct 14, 202415 minEp. 157

Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir election results explained

Defying all exit polls, the BJP has won Haryana. Jammu and Kashmir continues to witness an alternating cycle of ruling parties, this time favouring the National Conference. Here's why.

Oct 09, 2024Ep. 155

Year of Israel-Palestine escalation

One year ago, Hamas attacked Israel, sparking an ongoing war with no signs of ending anytime soon. We cover the attack's origin, the current situation, de-escalation efforts, and more.

Oct 07, 202414 minEp. 154

Should Telangana leaders politicise film stars?

Telangana Minister Konda Surekha blamed KT Rama Rao for the divorce of actors Naga Chaitanya and Samantha Ruth Prabhu. The opposition BJP condemned the statement, stating that private matters shouldn't be dragged into politics. We discuss whether politics and film stars are inseparable.

Oct 04, 202414 minEp. 153

Jaishankar bids for UNSC permanent seat

We discuss EAM Jaishankar’s recent speech at the 79th UNGA, India’s repeated bid for permanent membership to the UNSC, the supposed hurdles, and more.

Sep 30, 202417 minEp. 152

How sacrilege at Tirupati could have been avoided

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu alleged that the ghee used in preparing laddoos for Shri Venkateshwara at the famous Tirupati Temple was adulterated with beef tallow, pork lard, and fish oil. We discuss the facts of this controversy, the long-standing demand for freeing temples from state control, and its feasibility.

Sep 23, 202417 minEp. 151

Hezbollah blames Israel for pager explosions in Lebanon

In this episode, we discuss the recent pager explosions in Lebanon that killed at least 12 people and injured over 2750, the allegations of Israeli involvement, the impact on Hezbollah, and more.

Sep 19, 202415 minEp. 150

Delhi CM resignation and cracks within opposition

Arvind Kejriwal is set to resign as Delhi CM. Who will be his successor, and how will it impact AAP's prospects in other states? Moreover, why are the allies of the INDI bloc labelling his resignation as a political stunt? We discuss.

Sep 16, 202414 minEp. 149

Trump vs Harris: Who won the presidential debate?

Here is a recap of the intense one-on-one between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump in Philadelphia, from the key electoral issues that emerged from the presidential debate to who won the instant polls. Tune in.

Sep 13, 202420 minEp. 148

Mpox outbreak and arrival in India

The Union Health Ministry has confirmed the first case of Monkeypox in India. In this episode, we discuss the Mpox virus, its variants, origin, transmission, and more.

Sep 10, 20249 minEp. 147

Justin Trudeau government turns lame duck

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau faced a setback as Jagmeet Singh's NDP withdrew support from Trudeau's minority government. The move has raised questions about a potential collapse. We discuss this latest development and how it will impact the Canadian politics. Tune in.

Sep 10, 20248 minEp. 146
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