Trigger warning: This episode contains mentions of death, addiction and substance abuse. Listener discretion is advised. This episode of The Morning Brief podcast dives into the tragic hooch incident in Kallakurichi, Tamil Nadu, which took 55 lives and left over 200 people battling for survival. We tell the story through the eyes of those who lost their loved ones and others who are hoping upon hope that their family members pull through and come out alive. So, why is hooch so popular and how is it made? How does bootlegging work in India? How common are hooch tragedies, and is prohibition the solution? How does prohibition impact states that rely on alcohol revenue? Dr. Sukant Khurana and Dr. Brooks Robinson who have co-authored the book ‘A Case Against Alcohol Prohibition in India’, shed light on the making and dangers of illicit liquor with host Dia Rekhi. Tune in! If you like this episode from Dia Rekhi, check out her other interesting episodes on: How Nvidia Became the World’s Most Valuable Company, Murder, Mayhem, Money: Why True Crime Sells, Weaving Woes: Why are Tiruppur’s Textile Mills Shutting Down? and more! You can follow Dia Rekhi on her social media: Linkedin & Twitter  Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government-run Jan Aushadhi Kendras and chains like Generic Aadhaar offer medicines at a fraction of market prices, but pharma giants warn of quality risks. So, why is the All India Drug Action Network (AIDAN) advocating for the promotion of generic medicines despite quality concerns? How do pharmacy chains like Generic Aadhaar ensure the quality and affordability of their generic drugs? In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Kiran Somvanshi delves into the heated debate over low-cost generic medicines with  Dr. Gopal Dabade from the Drug Action Forum, Arjun Deshpande of Generic Aadhaar, and ET's pharma expert Vikas Dandekar to explore the pros and cons of this pivotal policy move. Tune in! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow our host Kiran Somvanshi on her social media: Twitter & LinkedinCatch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover how Nvidia became the world's most valuable company with a $3.335 trillion market cap. Learn about its AI dominance, strategic brilliance of CEO Jensen Huang, and soaring stock performance. Guests Bob O'Donnell and Rhys Williams discuss Nvidia's meteoric rise in the tech world and future prospects in the AI-driven era.

Women investors are breaking the mold with gold. As more affluent women take charge of their wealth, they diversify into varied asset classes like listed equity, structured debt, and hermes bags as revealed in a recent study by Waterfield Advisors. In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Apoorva Mittal explores this trend with insights from Nupur Garg, founder of Winpe, Suhasini Sampath, co-founder of Yoga Bar, and Priti Rathi Gupta, Founder of Lxme. Discover how wealthy women are redefining investment strategies and taking a more active role in wealth management. Tune in!Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow our host Apoorva Mittal on her social media: Twitter & Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mahantesh Sabarad, a senior financial expert, discusses Hyundai's mega IPO in India potentially raising ₹25,000 crore, surpassing LIC's record. Topics include Hyundai's EV strategy, global expansion plans, challenges balancing production and exports, Tata Group's EV plans, and implications of Hyundai's IPO on MNC listings in India.

India’s medical entrance exam NEET-UG 2024 is at the centre of a major controversy. Allegations of paper leaks, dubious marks, and inconsistencies surround one of the world’s largest competitive exams by number entrants, affecting millions of aspiring doctors. In the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Prachi Verma explores the uproar with insights from TOI’s Manash Pratim Gohain, Dr. Sai Sairam from Sri Ramachandra Medical College, and Nitin Kukreja, CEO of Allen Career Institute. How did we get here, and what’s next for the future doctors of India? Tune in!  Check out other interesting episodes from the host like: K-Pop to k-colleges: Korea Craze Continues, Hidden Talent Pool: How Companies Are Embracing Transgender Inclusion, Mission Admission, Inside the High-Stakes World of IIT Placements, The Young Chanakyas of Elections 2024, and more!  You can follow our host Prachi Verma on their social media: Twitter & Linkedin Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts.   Credits: Republic World, The Indian Express, Mirror Now See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India’s government bond market is on the cusp of a massive transformation. Last September, JP Morgan announced the inclusion of Indian government bonds in its Emerging Market Bond Index, marking a major milestone after a decade of discussions with Indian authorities. In today's episode of The Morning Brief podcast, host Bhaskar Dutta dives into what this means for our economy, the potential influx of $20-40 billion of foreign investment, with G. Mahalingam, Former Executive Director of RBI, and Saket Banka from HSBC India. Tune in to understand the euphoria and risks of India’s global bond index inclusion! Check out other interesting episodes like: Why Are Banks Worried About RBI’s New Project Finance Rules?, How Wall Street Algos are Eating Indian Option Traders’ Lunch?, Swiggy vs Zomato, Coming Soon on Stock Exchanges, and more! You can follow Bhaskar Dutta on his social media: LinkedIn Catch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google Podcasts. Credits: Moneycontrol, News9 Live, WION, Bloomberg Television See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over the last three months, India faced at least 56 deaths from 25,000 heat stroke cases, with 5,000 occurring in May alone. Shockingly, this data excludes severely affected states like UP, Delhi, and Bihar. In the first part of this episode, we explored the devastating effects on agriculture, labor, and daily life. In the second episode, we focus on the challenges of detecting and tackling heat waves, and the urgent need for better data and solutions. Listen to host Anirban Chowdhury in conversation with Aditya Valiathan Pillai of SFC, Dr Rajeev Jayadevan, Chairman - Research cell, Kerala state IMA, and Dr S Chatterjee, Internal Medicine Physician, Indraprastha Apollo Hospital, Delhi, in the latest episode of The Morning Brief podcast! Check out other interesting episodes like: Polls on My Pod: The Adversaries in Punjab and Bengal, Polls on My Pod: Kashmir Finally Speaks Up!, Polls on My Pod: Ground Check on Delhi, Haryana Elections, Polls on My Pod: The Jal, Jangal, Zameen Struggle, Polls on My Pod: The Rae Bareli Fight & Gujarat’s Rajput Agitation, and more!You can follow Anirban Chowdhury on his social media: Twitter and LinkedinCatch the latest episode of ‘The Morning Brief’ on ET Play, The Economic Times Online, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn,  Amazon Music and Google PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast delves into India's scorching heatwave crisis, with temperatures soaring to 52.9 degrees in Delhi. Experts discuss the impact on agriculture, labor productivity, and public health, projecting a 4.5% GDP reduction by 2030. The inadequate responses like increased air conditioning underscore the urgent need for heat action plans to safeguard both people and the economy.

Indian politician Rahul Gandhi's surprising comeback in the general elections is discussed in this episode. Experts analyze his brand building strategies, connection with voters, and evolution within the Congress party. They also highlight his image makeover and the challenges he faced in redefining his political brand.