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Start your mornings with our journalists who bring you the big story of the day in ThePrintAM.
ThePrintPod offers you our special reports and opinions for when you‘re on the go.
End your day with our most popular show ‘Cut The Clutter’ by Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta.
But that’s not all. We also have Pure Science, National Interest, ThePrint Uninterrupted, Global Print, Politically Correct and PoliTricks.
Start your mornings with our journalists who bring you the big story of the day in ThePrintAM.
ThePrintPod offers you our special reports and opinions for when you‘re on the go.
End your day with our most popular show ‘Cut The Clutter’ by Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta.
But that’s not all. We also have Pure Science, National Interest, ThePrint Uninterrupted, Global Print, Politically Correct and PoliTricks.
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Apr 1, 2026 • 4min
ThePrintPod: ‘Rolls already had 99% accuracy’—Ex-CEC Quraishi questions need for SIR, pushes back on EVM fraud claims
Speaking at panel discussion on ‘challenges to electoral integrity’ organised by Bharat Jodo Abhiyaan, he stressed on need for elections to also be seen as free and fair and credible.
Apr 1, 2026 • 10min
PoliticallyCorrect: From Russia-Ukraine war to West Asia conflict—how BJP’s poll campaign pitch has changed
PM Modi blamed his predecessors for energy import dependence. Why he can’t do the same as Opposition turns on the heat in the wake of US-Israel-Iran conflict, ThePrint Political Editor DK Singh explains in this episode of #PoliticallyCorrect----more----Read this week's Politically Correct here: https://theprint.in/opinion/politically-correct/west-asia-crisis-pm-modi-bjp-assembly-polls/2892219/
Apr 1, 2026 • 3min
ThePrintAM: Who is IndiGo's new CEO William Walsh?
https://theprint.in/india/indigo-gets-new-ceo-4-months-after-major-operational-crisis-to-take-over-3-august/2893177/
Mar 31, 2026 • 9min
Opinion: 'I was there at the Trafalgar Square Iftar. Don’t let social media shape your view of it'
A first-hand account of an open iftar in Trafalgar Square and the ordinary, inclusive atmosphere the narrator experienced. How a blurry photo and viral clips were reframed on social media to stoke outrage. Political reactions and calls to ban public Muslim prayer are examined. The episode spotlights AI-altered videos and questions why standards differ for religious events in public spaces.
Mar 30, 2026 • 6min
ThePrintAM: Why actor-TVK chief Vijay is contesting from 2 seats?
A rundown of actor Vijay and his party filing 234 candidates and why he is contesting two seats. Discussion of youth-focused promises like education and entrepreneurship loans. Exploration of voter strategy, seat choices, and efforts to move beyond celebrity appeal. Claims about policing bias and how authorities responded.
Mar 28, 2026 • 12min
National Interest Pod: Gulf war exposed critical gaps for India. It’s time for navel-gazing, in national interest
Discussion on how the Gulf war revealed five strategic gaps shaping India’s leverage. A look at energy, fertilizer and inflation vulnerabilities tied to foreign policy choices. Analysis of military import strains and the limits they place on autonomy. Exploration of dependence on Gulf remittances and why long-term inward reforms are needed for true strategic independence.
Mar 27, 2026 • 6min
ThePrintPod: 4,300 missiles & drones since day 1 of war: Gulf nations, not Israel faced brunt of Iran’s retaliation
A report on Iran launching over 4,300 missiles and drones since the war began. Focus on why Gulf nations, especially the UAE and Saudi Arabia, absorbed the heaviest strikes. Coverage of attacks on energy infrastructure, damage to Qatar’s LNG exports, and major barrages in March. Discussion of geography, targeting policy, and the wider impact on the Strait of Hormuz and oil markets.
Mar 27, 2026 • 25min
CutTheClutter: Aircraft, Radar systems, drones— What US has lost in Gulf war & lessons on aerial warfare
A deep dive into reported US aerial losses in the Gulf conflict, including dozens of drones, manned aircraft and damaged radar sites. Discussion of why radars are especially exposed and how that weakens missile defenses. A look at replacement costs, supply bottlenecks and debates over fixed versus mobile radar strategies.
Mar 27, 2026 • 8min
ThePrintPod: Why SC stand on Scheduled Caste conversion signals a structural reset in India
A discussion of the Supreme Court ruling that Scheduled Caste status ends on leaving certain religions. Debate around public outrage and claims of a 'conversion mafia' is explored. The episode traces how British colonial censuses froze caste identities and considers calls to decolonize caste policy. It also examines evidence of caste persisting in some Christian communities and signs that caste may be waning.
Mar 27, 2026 • 5min
ThePrintPod: https://theprint.in/diplomacy/will-address-sensitive-issues-with-india-in-all-sincerity-candour-envoy-on-bangladesh-national-day/2889941/#
Discussion of India–Bangladesh relations framed as unique and multi-dimensional. Plans to address trade, security and resource issues with sincerity and candour are outlined. Recent high-level diplomatic visits and shared regional values get attention. Reflections on the 1971 liberation, cultural ties and hopes for a mutually respectful, interdependent future are highlighted.
