Mihir Vasavda

The podcast discusses Indian household consumption trends, AAP-Congress alliance challenges, and a heartwarming story of a girl abandoned at a railway station who aspires to play hockey in Spain.

Journalists Apurva Vishwanath, Mihir Vasavda, and Liz Mathew discuss Arvind Kejriwal's legal battle, India's Olympic sports bid, and the dynamics of the 18th Lok Sabha. Topics include Kejriwal's bail, inclusion of sports like Yoga in the Olympics, and the challenges faced by the Modi-led government in the new Lok Sabha.

Shubhajit Roy, Diplomatic Affairs Editor at The Indian Express, delves into the tense relations between India and Canada, sparked by assassination allegations against Amit Shah. Anonna Dutt, also from The Indian Express, discusses alarming trends from the Global TB Report, highlighting India’s battle to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025. Lastly, Mihir Vasavda analyzes the Indian government's reconsideration of its Olympic funding, prompted by underwhelming athletic performances, emphasizing strategies to better support future sporting success.

Sweety Kumari, a journalist from The Indian Express, discusses the shocking Kolkata rape case igniting national outrage and calls for campus safety reforms. Mihir Vasavda, host of the Express Sports Podcast, delves into the extraordinary rise of teenage sprinter Gout Gout, whose record-breaking performances are drawing comparisons to legends like Usain Bolt. The conversation also touches on a tragic stampede during the Jagannath Rath Yatra in Odisha, highlighting the importance of crowd management during large events.

Sukrita Baruah, a skilled reporter for The Indian Express, discusses the resignation of Manipur's Chief Minister amid ongoing ethnic strife, shedding light on political crises and community unrest. Mihir Vasavda, a co-host and reporter, explores the controversial decision by the Sports Ministry to discontinue cash prizes for junior athletes, emphasizing its implications for motivation and integrity in sports. Finally, they touch on Prime Minister Modi's visit to France, focusing on the collaboration in Artificial Intelligence policies and civil nuclear initiatives.