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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.
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Mar 3, 2026 • 7min
Opinion: 'Don’t frame Modi's Israel visit as ‘this hurts Indian Muslims’,We don’t mix faith & foreign policy'
A sharp look at the timing and significance of a high-profile India visit to Israel. Examination of decades-long India–Israel cooperation in defense, tech and agriculture. Questions about whether India is being drawn into a new Middle East alignment. Critique of social media claims that religious identity dictates foreign policy. Warnings about loyalty policing and diplomatic realities.
Mar 3, 2026 • 5min
ThePrintAM: What has India said on allegations over Nijjar killing?
Allegations linking India to Nijjar's killing and New Delhi's forceful denial. The legal and diplomatic paths urged instead of public accusations. Recent high-level meetings, trade and energy deals aiming to reset ties. Quiet handling of Sikh separatism amid steps to restore diplomatic parity and launch defense and energy partnerships.
Mar 2, 2026 • 5min
ThePrintPod: India, Canada agree to cooperate in fight against ‘terrorism, extremism’ as Modi, Carney reset ties
A high-stakes diplomatic reset as leaders pledge cooperation against terrorism, extremism and radicalization. Discussion of a recent bilateral visit after years of tension and prior interference allegations. Coverage of new economic and defence deals, including trade targets, a uranium supply pact and expanded energy, agriculture and space ties.
Mar 2, 2026 • 6min
ThePrintPod: Judge’s ‘selective reading’: CBI’s 974-page challenge to Kejriwal discharge order in excise policy case
A deep dive into the CBI’s 974-page appeal challenging a discharge order in the Delhi excise policy matter. Discussion centers on alleged selective reading by the trial judge and claims of procedural lapses. The filing argues a cumulative view shows a conspiracy to monetize the policy. The focus shifts to the upcoming Delhi High Court hearing on the petition.
Mar 2, 2026 • 10min
ThePrintPod: China’s long shadow over the upcoming Nepal elections—Red Lines and regional rivalries
A dive into how Beijing’s past and red lines shape its cautious moves around Nepal’s snap vote. Discussion of a reported $4 million grant tied to election security and limits on its use. Exploration of Tibet-linked sensitivities, youth activism, and how political calculations may suppress dissent. Notes on regional connectivity ambitions, shifting party fortunes, and the risks of populist nationalism for neighbourhood ties.
Mar 2, 2026 • 6min
ThePrintPOD: What closure of Strait of Hormuz means for India’s oil & gas supply
A deep look at how closure of the Strait of Hormuz would affect India’s oil and gas flows. Covers where Gulf crude comes from and why most transit heads to Asia. Discusses trade-offs of diversifying away from Russia and the immediate LPG vulnerabilities. Notes India’s strategic petroleum buffer and why a long closure is unlikely.
Feb 28, 2026 • 12min
National Interest Pod: Pakistan is fighting a two-front war - 2011 National Interest predicted it, 15 years ago
A resurfacing 2011 prediction about leaving Afghanistan to Pakistan sparks debate about current cross-border air and drone strikes. The conversation highlights Pakistan’s unexpected two-front strain and why its military posture struggles with simultaneous threats. There is focus on civilian suffering, propaganda tactics used against insurgents, and limits on outside support in contested regions.
Feb 27, 2026 • 32min
CutTheClutter: Political & legal implications as Kejriwal,Sisodia,21 others get a clean chit in Delhi liquor 'scam'
CutTheClutter: Political & legal implications as Kejriwal,Sisodia,21 others get a clean chit in Delhi liquor 'scam'
Feb 27, 2026 • 5min
ThePrintPod: ‘Claims of rampant poaching, inaction incorrect’—MP govt tells HC 69% tiger deaths in 2025 were natural
In affidavit filed before HC, state flags statutory limitations its forest officers face in conducting effective probe of organised wildlife crime, adding it has taken matter to Centre.
Feb 27, 2026 • 8min
ThePrintPod: ‘Poetic justice’ or ‘fake encounter’? Kin contradict police version of 19-yr-old’s death in Gurdaspur
Police say Ranjit Singh shot at them while trying to escape and was subsequently killed in a shootout. The family says CIA killed their son in custody and then staged an encounter.
