Pranab Dhal Samanta

Pranab Dhal Samanta, Executive Editor (Politics) at The Economic Times and veteran political journalist, offers expert analysis on West Asia and Iran. He walks through escalation dynamics and containment risks. He discusses US aims, Iran’s internal stability, military hazards, oil and Hormuz market shocks, and India’s diplomatic and evacuation dilemmas.

Join Pranab Dhal Samanta, Executive Editor for The Economic Times, and Anubhuti Vishnoi, energy and policy reporter, as they delve into India's transformative Shanti Bill. Pranab shares insights on India’s historical nuclear journey and the impact of earlier liability laws that hampered growth. Anubhuti explains how the bill consolidates regulations, eliminates supplier liability, and opens the market to private companies. Their discussion reveals how this potential reshaping of nuclear energy could significantly enhance India's energy landscape.

Pranab Dhal Samanta, Executive Editor of Politics at ET, brings his political expertise to the conversation on India-China relations. He delves into the complexities of Prime Minister Modi's recent meeting with President Xi, examining whether it signals a shift or a pragmatic pause in ties. The discussion covers key topics, including trade imbalances, the strategic dynamics at the SCO meeting, and the challenge of normalizing relations while navigating alliances with global powers. Samanta highlights the delicate balance India must strike amidst evolving geopolitical landscapes.