Mint Podcast

Can India move from being the world’s tech services hub to building tech for the world? In this episode of India for the World by Mint and BCG, we dive deep into India’s evolving tech ecosystem—from services and AI to products, R&D, and intelligence arbitrage. Host Shouvik Das (Editor, Mint) is joined by Rajiv Gupta (Managing Director & Senior Partner, BCG) and Tiger Tyagarajan (Former CEO, Genpact; Senior Advisor, Bain Capital) to unpack India’s $300B tech services story, the $10 trillion global tech opportunity, AI talent, GCC growth, and what it will take for India to lead the next phase of global technology.A sharp, honest conversation on strengths, gaps, mindset shifts, and why the future of Indian tech lies in combining scale with solutions.

In the last few years, India's real estate boom has had one big fallout, affordable and mid-income housing. Homes that working salaried families can actually afford have nearly vanished. Now, ask any developer and you'll hear the same complaint, there's simply no margins left in building middle class projects. Now, according to Anarock Research, in 2018, over 52% of new homes in India's top seven cities were priced under 50 lakh rupees. By 2025, that number has fallen to just 17%.Now on the other hand, in the same period between 2018 to 2025, there's been a massive 170% increase in luxury home sales costing three crores and upwards. The Anarock report actually concludes with this very powerful line. It says India's real estate market now clearly favours the rich.But there ARE things that can be done about it. Watch. #realestate #house #budget

The DGCA’s penalty on IndiGo after massive December flight disruptions has sparked sharp debate across the aviation industry. While the regulator imposed a ₹22.2 crore fine, many experts and industry voices argue the punishment is too lenient given the scale of cancellations, delays, and passenger chaos. IndiGo saw thousands of flights affected, social media outrage, and even questions raised in Parliament. Despite this, the stock surged, raising further questions about accountability and regulatory deterrence. Was the DGCA action strong enough to prevent future disruptions, or does it set a weak precedent for India’s aviation sector? Watch to understand the full story and reactions.#IndiGo #DGCA #AviationNews #FlightChaos #IndianAviation #StockMarket #AirlineCrisis #BreakingNews #RegulatoryAction

India has resisted the impact of Donald Trump's tariffs quite well so far. However, as global trade shifts from an era of hyper globalisation to a protectionist landscape, the government is gearing up for a plan to de-risk the Indian economy from prolonged global headwinds. In fact, this will be among the key themes for Budget 2026. Watch. #budget #india #tariffs

In 2021, German authorities removed infant Ariha Shah from a Berlin hospital and subsequently placed her in five different foster homes, her aunt and family supporters recount. The video examines the ongoing dispute between German child services and Ariha’s Indian family, the #SaveAriha campaign, and mounting diplomatic pressure from New Delhi, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi raising the case with Germany’s leadership. Abhishek Singh, Livemint, speaks to members of Ariha’s family about the case and their continuing efforts to secure her return.#SaveAriha #ArihaShah #Germany #India #ChildCustody #Jugendamt #IndianParents #NRI #humanrights

The Bharatiya Janata Party has already begun the process of appointing their next party president. A 45-year-old man who frankly speaking, most people outside Bihar did not know, is set to become the next party president- and this man is Nitin Nabin. Nabin is a 5 time MLA from Bihar who ventured into politics when his sitting MLA father died. So why did the BJP choose him? And what's the message the party is sending out by elevating him?Watch. #politics #bihar #millennial

Partnered: In this powerful and deeply introspective podcast episode, we sit down with Shekhar Natarajan, Founder and CEO of Orchestro.AI, a business technologist with over 207 patents, decades of leadership across global Fortune 500 companies like Walmart, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and Disney, and a radically different philosophy on how artificial intelligence should be built, deployed, and governed.Shekhar’s mornings begin at 4 a.m., not with emails, investor decks, or lines of code, but with classical Indian Tanjore painting, patiently layering gold leaf onto canvas, one meticulous step at a time. It is an unusual ritual for someone building cutting-edge AI systems, but for Shekhar, this discipline is not a contradiction. It is a reminder that meaningful creation, whether art or technology, demands patience, intention, and restraint.This episode goes far beyond surface-level conversations around “ethical AI” or “responsible innovation.” Shekhar introduces a compelling concept he calls Angelic Intelligence, which refers to systems designed not just to avoid harm, but to actively do good. In a world where speed, scale, and efficiency are rewarded above all else, he challenges listeners to ask a more uncomfortable question: What happens when machines optimise faster than humans can reflect on the consequences?Drawing from a life shaped by poverty, immigration, corporate power, and personal loss, Shekhar reflects candidly on the true cost of success. He speaks openly about building technologies that increased efficiency while eliminating thousands of jobs, and the moral reckoning that followed. In chasing optimisation, he realised, humanity often becomes an afterthought. These experiences eventually pushed him to walk away from conventional corporate success and build something fundamentally different.The discussion also addresses one of the most uncomfortable questions facing technologists today: What if profit-first AI wins? What if systems built purely for speed and efficiency outcompete value-driven models? Shekhar’s response is neither naive optimism nor philosophical detachment. Instead, he speaks about building structures, like ownership models, incentives, and governance frameworks, that protect values even within a capitalist system. His belief is clear: capital may own companies, but it should never own values.As the episode unfolds, listeners are invited to reconsider what “ethical AI” really means. According to Shekhar, avoiding harm is not the same as doing good. Ethical AI may stop damage, but Angelic Intelligence aims to amplify human goodness, like empathy, fairness, dignity, and compassion, especially for those who are invisible to systems optimised only for efficiency.Follow Shekhar Natarajan on social media to learn more about him and his take on today’s tech world:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shekharnatarajanofficialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Shekharnatarajanofficial/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tomorrowtodayshowbysrn #ShekharNatarajan#OrchestroAI#AILeadership#EthicalAI#AngelicIntelligence#FutureOfAI#HumanCentricAI#TechLeadership#AIPhilosophy#StartupFounders#Fortune500#PodcastInterview#IndianLeaders#PurposeDrivenTech

Indian roads may soon get a major safety upgrade. The government plans to mandate Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication technology by 2026, allowing cars to “talk” to each other in real time to warn drivers of collision risks. Announced by Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari, the system works without internet, using onboard units that exchange safety signals between nearby vehicles. Designed to tackle some of India’s deadliest crash scenarios—rear-end collisions, fog-related pile-ups and blind-spot accidents—V2V could cut road accidents by up to 50% if deployed effectively. Watch to know more!Mint is an Indian financial daily newspaper published by HT Media. The Mint YT Channel brings you cutting-edge analysis of the latest business news and financial news. With in-depth market coverage, explainers and expert opinions, we break down and simplify business news for you.

Donald Trump’s stunning operation to capture Nicolás Maduro has put Venezuela at the centre of a global storm. In this video, we break down why the US moved, what it means for oil, China, Russia and Latin America, and whether this is the next Iraq or another Panama. In this podcast, Abhishek Singh, Deputy Editor, Livemint talks to Maria Alejandra Aristeguieta-Alvarez, a Venezuelan diplomat who has served as interim President Juan Guaidó’s representative to the Swiss Confederation and to United Nations–related international organisations in Geneva. She is also a member of the opposition’s international political council, a group of 17 leading international policy experts led by Machado and the 2024 election’s winning presidential candidate, Edmundo González.#maduro #maduroarrested #madurocrisis #madurocapture #donaldtrump #donaldtrumpnews #greenland #greenlandcrisis

The Enforcement Directorate is carrying out raids against a private company called I-PAC; they are known for helping political parties map out their strategies. This clearly hasn't gone down well with West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, who's been targeting the Home Minister while her MPs have been protesting outside his residence. But why exactly is the party so concerned? Watch. #ipac #westbengal #election

India has been a major player in the global leather trade for decades. What India has not produced, however, is a comparable presence at the brand level, particularly in high-end men’s shoes.This because, for decades, India’s leather industry has been built around contract manufacturing, with design and branding sitting outside the country. The model delivered scale, but produced very few premium shoe brands.Bridlen is one of the exceptions. But can they crack luxury in India? Watch. #chennai #luxury #brand

[Partnered] From January 2026, exporting carbon-intensive goods to the European Union will fundamentally change. The EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) moves from reporting to mandatory taxation, CBAM certificate pricing, data verification, and customs enforcement—and the consequences of non-compliance could include blocked shipments, penalties, CBAM tax and loss of EU buyers.In this in-depth podcast with Climate Journalist Shubham Thakur, Cleancarbon.ai’s Founder and CBAM Expert Mr Nilesh Bhattad breaks down what CBAM really means for Indian & Asian exporters, EU importers, manufacturers, compliance teams, and sustainability leaders.#CBAM #EUCBAM #CBAMReporting

The Supreme Court is expected to issue rulings on Friday, which could possibly include one on the legality of tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).According to the apex court's website, it could release decisions on argued cases on Friday. #donaldtrump #usnews #tarifs #ussupremecourt #scotus

Equities could drive part of the rally in 2026 after a “middling” year, but investors should continue to hold gold and silver for diversification, according to Radhika Gupta, managing director and chief executive officer at Edelweiss Mutual Fund.In this exclusive podcast, Radhika tells us how she would invest money at this point, which sectors she's bullish on, and what India's stock market outlook looks like at this point. Watch!#stockmarket #equity #investing

The Times, citing an intelligence source, claimed Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, has a plan to flee the country for Russia if ongoing protests in the country overwhelm his security forces.At least 35 people have died in the violence engulfing Iran, according to the latest figures from a US-based monitoring group. #ayatollahalikhamenei #ayatollahkhamenei #iranprotests #iranprotest

Lack of formal jobs, Poor finances, lack of skill set, huge supply of youngsters willing to work in most demanding conditions, are fuelling India's gig economy. And therefore all the rules on paper are failing to address these realistic issues on the ground.#zomato #swiggy #amazon #blinkit #zepto #delivery #onlineordering #food #fastdelivery #10minutes #ecommerce #abhinavtrivedi #abhinav #narendramodi #nirmalasitharaman #india

The United States left the world stunned on Friday as it launched missiles towards Venezuela and captured President Nicolas Maduro from his home. It prompted a global outcry with many suggesting the operation violated international laws. But the White House remains defiant, insisting their actions were a ‘Trump Corollary’ to the historical Monroe Doctrine. What is the Monroe Doctrine? Abhishek Singh explains.#monroedoctrine #donaldtrump #nicolasmaduro #maduro #venezuela #venezuelacrisis #venezuelalibre

Salary Hikes In 2026: How Your Employer Will Factor In The New Labour Codes While Deciding You HikeIndia Inc. is expected to roll out an average increment of 8.5-9.5% in the upcoming appraisal cycle, as companies calculate the impact of the new labour code and almost-stagnant inflation.Watch Mint's National Editor Devina Sengupta decode what possible hikes you will get in 2026!#salary #appraisal #salaryhikeWatch the full episode on YouTube- https://youtu.be/tqo4uf-k_rc

In this episode of Let's Get Real, we’re not talking about the Aravallis being destroyed by bulldozers. We’re talking about something far quieter—and far more dangerous - they're being erased by definition. A technical change in a ruling by the Supreme Court has quietly reclassified over 90 per cent of the Aravalli's as 'non-Aravalli', stripping them of legal protection.This change in definition could decide the future of our air, water, biodiversity and climate in Delhi–NCR, a region already gasping for breath, and dealing with dangerous levels of pollution. Here are all the reasons you should care. #aravalli #realestate #legal

Lets go behind the scenes with Sanjeev Bikhchandani, the visionary behind Naukri dot com, Jeevansathi dot com, and 99acres, in a candid conversation with Kumkum Chadha. From the Eureka moment in 1996 when he discovered the internet and envisioned India’s first online job portal, to the secrets of India’s dot-com empire. Bikhchandani also opens up about his incredible journey from a modest staff quarter. If you are a startup enthusiast, entrepreneur, or business student, this conversation is a masterclass in grit, strategy, and vision.#startups #entrepreneurship #naukri #zomato #sanjeevbhikkachandani