Nikhil Ghanekar

Apurva Vishwanath, National Legal Editor at The Indian Express, delves into the Bombay High Court’s shocking acquittal of all 12 men convicted in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts, raising issues about coerced confessions and evidence standards. Nikhil Ghanekar, an environmental reporter, discusses a contentious policy rollback allowing coal plants to bypass crucial emission controls, highlighting the clash between energy needs and environmental health. They also touch on the chaotic Monsoon Session of Parliament, where protests overshadowed proceedings.

Nikhil Ghanekar, an environmental reporter for The Indian Express, discusses the recent clearance of the Etalin hydropower project and its potential impact on the rich biodiversity of the Dibang Valley. Karan Mahadik, a tech writer from the same publication, dives into WhatsApp's controversial decision to introduce ads and what this means for users and competition. The conversation also touches on the U.S. airstrikes targeting Iran's nuclear facilities, emphasizing the escalating tensions and global consequences.