
Saurabh Parashar
Journalist at The Indian Express who reported on the Himachal Pradesh case involving the 12-year-old Dalit boy; provides on-ground details and analysis for the episode.
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Sep 16, 2024 • 29min
CM Mamata meets doctors, protests in Shimla, and CM Kejriwal's resignation
Atri Mitra, a journalist, delves into the tragic Kolkata R G Kar Medical College case, highlighting the crucial communications between CM Mamata Banerjee and junior doctors, raising questions about the CM's brief resignation talk. Saurabh Parashar shares insights into the intense protests in Shimla over allegations of illegal mosque construction, detailing community tensions and violent clashes. The discussion wraps with a look at CM Kejriwal's resignation amid political turmoil and calls for changes in election strategies.

Oct 3, 2025 • 27min
Death of 12 yr old Dalit boy, private players in heritage, and RSS centenary
Saurabh Parashar, a journalist at The Indian Express, shares grim details about the tragic case of a 12-year-old Dalit boy in Himachal Pradesh who took his own life after facing severe humiliation. He delves into local caste dynamics and the delayed response from authorities. Divya A, a heritage reporter, discusses the government's controversial decision to enlist private players in the conservation of protected monuments, citing capacity issues within the ASI. Together, they touch upon the implications of these changes amidst a backdrop of casteism and heritage concerns.

Jan 14, 2025 • 23min
Himachal scholarship scam, SpaDex Mission, and efforts against cyber-crimes
Saurabh Parashar, a reporter at The Indian Express, dives into the shocking Himachal scholarship scam, revealing how corrupt practices exploited funds meant for disadvantaged students. Anonna Dutt, also from The Indian Express, discusses ISRO's SPADEX mission, emphasizing its groundbreaking advancements in satellite docking technology. The discussion also touches on the government's strategies to combat cyber-crime, including successful measures that prevented six lakh fraudulent transactions, saving a staggering Rs 1,800 crore.