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Delhi is a special state and has a multi-tiered level of governance which makes the intersection between urban governance and national politics extremely nuanced. This intersection, more often than not, sets precedence, for how other states react. Through this weekly podcast, Pretika Khanna, discusses her city, Delhi and decodes some of the issues that affect Delhi-dwellers and the rest of the India, alike. This is a Mint production brought to you by HT Smartcast.
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With phones replacing classrooms, covid-19 brought out a sudden need for digital accessibility. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Saransh Vaswani, co-founder of Saajha, an NGO based in Delhi which worked with schools to bridge the gap for marginalized students and also work with parents to be active participants in schools.…
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Covid-19 and the uncertainty with it has made us all re-think our models of savings and further investing. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Prashant Maurya, Partner, Citrine Financial Advisors, a Delhi-based financial planner on what investors need to keep in mind, what should your contingency fund hold and what steps you c…
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Disaster for a school going children can be many including road safety, fire hazards and even mental health. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Anshu Sharma, co-founder of SEEDS, a not-for-profit organisation which works to provide community solutions. Sharma talks about the Safe Schools program which empowers children to bec…
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The Bihar assembly elections were a keenly watched contest not just for the people of the state but also for the rest of the country including Delhi. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Sanjay Kumar, professor at the New Delhi-based think tank - The Centre for the Study of Developing Societies-Lokniti on what the result means …
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On a normal year, the run-up to Diwali meant going to Diwali Melas held across the city to prepare the festival. This year is different with organizations like the Blind Relief Association unable to organize such events which also helped them financially. This episode Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Radhika Bharatram, who is on the board o…
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The impact of covid-19 has impacted the social sector and local ecosystems. With attempts being made to revive the economy, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Viral Thakker, partner at Deloitte India on their report on the Social response to covid-19 and the roadmap to recovery for the social sector. Tune in to know more.…
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The need for efficient disaster management and mitigation is more important than ever now. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Abinash Mohanty, Programme Lead, Council on Energy, Environment and Water on how prepared Delhi is to handle such a crisis and what are the policy changes needed for efficient mitigation.…
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Rejuvenation of the Yamuna River has been a long-standing promise. However, as Delhi stayed indoors during the lockdown, the river seemed to look cleaner. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Dr. Suresh Kumar Rohilla who is the Programme Director for Water Programme at the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) on the untreat…
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With limited or no savings, workers in the informal sector have worn the worst impact of the pandemic. Now COVID-19 has changed the nature of work. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Paromita Sen, research manager at SEWA Bharat on the state of livelihoods in the informal sector in the country.…
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Metro services in Delhi and across the country are set to resume after a gap of over five months bringing much relief to commuters and those working around. But for a while now a journey in the metro won’t be the same with social distancing norms in place. Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Shreya Nandi on the challenges of resuming services.…
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Electric vehicles have been here for a while but haven’t found many takers. At time when pollution levels hold the key, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Jasmine Shah, vice-chairperson of Delhi’s Dialogue & Development Commission on how Delhi’s new electric vehicle policy aims to make Delhi the countries EV capital, boost infrastructure and …
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The importance of affordable rental housing for urban migrants and poor increases manifolds during a pandemic. The union government has cleared the way for affordable rental housing complexes to be set up. Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Ashoo Gupta, partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas and Co, who is an affordable housing expert on the …
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The Delhi government aims to make Delhi one of the top five global destinations for start-ups. With over 7000 start-ups, Delhi has the highest number of active start-ups in the country. This week Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Tarun Bhalla, founder, and CEO of Avishkaar on what it would take to make Delhi more start-up friendly.…
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The streets of Shaheen Bagh in 110025 saw a one of a kind protest in 2019 which went on for over 100 days. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Stuti Govil, a Ph.D. student whose research focuses on gender and public spaces on what the location of the protest and what it means for women-led protests.…
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The iconic lanes of Chandni Chowk are soon going to look very different. With renovation work almost complete, the area is set to become pedestrian-friendly and rewind the history of the area. This week Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to author and historian Swapna Liddle on the ongoing plans.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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In this crossover episode, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks to Rana Safvi, a renowned historian and author and now host of Anjaane Raaste. They talk about the ancient structures and historical importance of the pin code 110030 - Mehrauli.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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From Aunty's famous momos to driving around the market with college friends, GK1, M Block Market has been a part of almost every Dellities' story. In this episode, @pretikakhanna decodes 110048 for us through the eyes of a boutique business owner, Ritambhara Kapoor, and her shop Goldy's Nestt.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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This week, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks about how plasma therapy works? Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal said that the initial four patients have showed positive results. The Union government has said the plasma therapy is still in the experimental stage.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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How effective masks are in all of this? What steps have been taken by the government for the production of masks? What the WHO has said about the masks? This week, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna answers all these questions in this episode.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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This week, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks about migrants heading back to their hometowns from almost all big cites. What the government has done for their relief? Tune in to know more. Remember, it is important not to panic, and remain aware!Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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This week, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks about what does a lockdown means. What steps have been taken by the government for emergency purposes? What is open & what is shut? Tune in to know more Remember, it is important not to panic, and remain aware!Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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In this episode, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks about the CAA protests happening in Delhi. Why Shaheen Bagh is still on roads? What the Supreme Court has said on this issue? Why Jantar Mantar is not an option anymore? Tune in to find out!Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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In this episode, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, Pretika Khanna @pretikakhanna talks about AAP's claim of solving Delhi's pollution problem. She talks about the figure which states how bad the condition is and how it can be tackled in the coming years by the government.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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Local resident Pretika Khanna discusses unauthorized colonies this week. What claims have been made till now and how election campaign resolves around this issue every election? She shares a report of people living in these colonies and how it has affected their daily lives.Par Mint - HT Smartcast
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