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• The Catch Up: Ex-judge, son to be lodged in Bhopal jail in Twisha death case (2 June) 02.06.2026 7min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• VFS Global under scanner, Quad meets again, and Annamalai to quit BJP 02.06.2026 27min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Chief of National Bureau Sandeep Singh and investigative journalist Ritu Sarin about a global investigation into VFS Global, the visa services giant that processes millions of Schengen visa applications, and the concerns raised over optional paid services, privacy, and data protection practices.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the Quad’s latest initiatives on maritime surveillance, critical minerals, energy security, and port infrastructure, and how the grouping is seeking to reduce dependence on China while strengthening coordination in the Indo-Pacific. (13:40)And in the end, we look at K Annamalai’s decision to step down from the BJP, and what his exit could mean for Tamil Nadu politics at a time when actor-turned-politician Vijay is reshaping the opposition landscape. (24:10)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Annamalai expected to quit BJP (1 June) 01.06.2026 4min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• SIR's legality, CBSE digital evaluation row, and a building collapse 01.06.2026 32min

  First, we speak with The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath about the Supreme Court upholding the legality of the Special Intensive Revision process. She talks about the judgement, why the SIR was challenged in the first place and what it means for the people whose names have been deleted from the electoral rolls.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Vidheesha Kuntamalla about the CBSE's newly launched On-Screen Marking system for the class 12 board examinations. She details how the system works, why the CBSE opted for online checking and the controversy that surfaced due to discrepancies pointed out by the students. (18:39)Lastly, we discuss the collapse of a building in South Delhi's Saket which killed four people and injured ten. (30:33)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: SC says accountability must in NEET paper leak case and more (29 May) 29.05.2026 5min

  The headlines of the week by The Indian Express
• Delhi Gymkhana row, India's water crisis, and Byju's collapse 29.05.2026 24min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sohini Ghosh about the Delhi Gymkhana Club eviction row, why the Centre has asked one of Delhi’s oldest elite institutions to vacate its Lutyens’ premises, and how a parallel rent dispute has complicated the standoff.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Jayprakash Naidu about the worsening drinking water crisis in Riwa village near Raipur, where residents continue to struggle for water despite the promises of the Jal Jeevan Mission. (15:40)And in the end, we look at the latest chapter in the collapse of Byju’s, after founder Byju Raveendran was sentenced to six months in jail by a Singapore court over non-compliance with disclosure orders. (21:55)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Siddaramaiah steps down as CM (28 May) 28.05.2026 4min

  The headline sof the day by The Indian Express
• Abortion post 20 weeks, risks of warmer nights, and ex Kerala CM under scanner 28.05.2026 29min

  First, we speak with The Indian Express' Legal Affairs Editor Apurva Vishwanath about a case where the Supreme Court allowed a 15 year old girl to terminate a 30 week pregnancy. She highlights what stands out in the case and how the role played by the government in such cases is changing. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Science Editor Amitabh Sinha about increasing heatwave conditions and how it is leading to warmer nights. Higher nighttime temperatures pose higher risks to human health. Amitabh shares why this is happening and why it is risky. (14:52)Lastly, we discuss an Enforcement Directorate raid on former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan's residence in connection with a money laundering case. (26:34)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Petitioners slam SIR verdict (27 May) 27.05.2026 6min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• J&K's anti-drug drive, Bandra's garib nagar demolitions, and a wedding scam 27.05.2026 26min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Naveed Iqbal about Jammu and Kashmir’s intensified anti-drug campaign and how the crackdown is expanding beyond arrests to measures such as passport cancellations and property demolitions.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Ishika Gupta about Mumbai’s recent demolition drive in Garib Nagar, where hundreds of structures, including two mosques, were razed by railway authorities, triggering protests, clashes, and questions over rehabilitation. (11:11)And in the end, we look at the alleged mass wedding scam in Madhya Pradesh’s Dewas district, where dozens of men arrived as grooms for a collective marriage ceremony, only to discover that the promised brides never existed. (23:50)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Students hit by CBSE’s digital evaluation (26 May) 26.05.2026 5min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• The stray dog issue, Cockroach Janta Party's rise, and tiger attacks in MP 26.05.2026 27min

  First, we speak with The Indian Express' Amaal Sheikh and Drishti Jain about a new Supreme Court order regarding the treatment of stray dogs. Amaal talks about the case, the new order and what the apex court expects from the states. And Drishti updates us on the on-the-ground infrastructure available for implementing the order. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Jatin Anand about the Cockroach Janta Party and its rise over the last few days. He talks about the movement, its origin, its growth and how it has become a political controversy. (11:24)Lastly, we talk about a tiger attack that led to the death of a woman and four people getting injured in Madhya Pradesh. (23:57)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava, Ichha Sharma, and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Delhi pollution and dust crisis (25 May) 25.05.2026 4min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• Manipur crisis deepens, BJP's first moves in Bengal, and Vinesh allowed to compete 25.05.2026 28min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Sukrita Baruah about the escalating tensions in Manipur between the Kuki-Zo and Tangkhul Naga communities.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Atri Mitra about the first major policy decisions of West Bengal’s new BJP government, including welfare changes and the scrapping of the OBC reservation list.(15:34)And in the end, we look at the Delhi High Court’s decision allowing wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in the Asian Games selection trials, while sharply criticising the Wrestling Federation of India for what it described as a vindictive approach. (26:10)Hosted by Shashank BhargavaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Twisha’s mother-in-law tampered with evidence, MP govt tells court (22 May) 22.05.2026 4min

  The headlines of the week by the Indian Express
• SC questions itself on bail, Veera Pasi's legacy, and a stateless woman 21.05.2026 25min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express' Apurva Vishwanath about a Supreme Court bench that expressed reservations about another bench's decision to deny bail to Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, and what this means for undertrial rights under UAPA.Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Asad Rehman about Rahul Gandhi unveiling a statue of Dalit freedom fighter Veera Pasi in Raebareli, and what it reveals about how political parties are increasingly invoking Dalit icons ahead of Uttar Pradesh elections. (13:30)And in the end, we look at the case of Dolly Vadalia, a 26-year-old woman from Rajkot who holds an Aadhaar card, voter ID, PAN card, and a Master's degree from an Indian university but has no recognised nationality and cannot be issued a passport. (20:10)Hosted by Ichha Sharma Produced and written by Shashank Bhargava and Ichha Sharma Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: HC reserves verdict on Chadha’s plea (21 May) 21.05.2026 4min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• PM Modi's Europe tour, mission SMILE, and improving road safety 21.05.2026 27min

  First, we speak with The Indian Express' Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about PM Modi's five day Europe visit. He shares the significance of this trip, especially given the geopolitical situation, highlights from the India-Nordic Summit, and how it will impact India's relations with Europe going forward. Next, we talk to The Indian Express' Anjali Marar about a space exploration mission that aims to study how the Earth protects itself from the Sun. She shares what makes Mission SMILE so unique and why studying space weather is becoming increasingly important. (15:42)Lastly, we discuss a Supreme Court order that sheds light on fatal accidents that were caused on the road and what measures are being put in place in Bihar where the number road fatalities in 2025 was as high as 12,669. (23:56)Hosted by Niharika NandaProduced by Shashank Bhargava, Ichha Sharma, and Niharika NandaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
• The Catch Up: Senior Congress Dalit leaders at Maya’s door (20 May) 20.05.2026 4min

  The headlines of the day by The Indian Express
• Challenge to Great Nicobar project, chemists' strike, and Twisha Sharma's case 20.05.2026 22min

  First, we speak to The Indian Express’ Nikhil Ghanekar about the legal challenge to the Great Nicobar mega project, and the allegations that tribal consent and forest rights protections were bypassed to clear the project.Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Anonna Dutt about the nationwide strike by chemists and druggists, who say e-pharmacies and instant medicine delivery platforms are operating without adequate regulation. (11:40)And in the end, we look at the criminal investigation into the death of Twisha Sharma in Noida, where allegations of dowry harassment and coercion have emerged alongside counterclaims from the accused family. (20:00)Hosted by Ichha SharmaProduced and written by Shashank Bhargava, Niharika Nanda and Ichha SharmaEdited and mixed by Suresh Pawar