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A daily 5-min podcast explaining the most important finance and business happenings in plain English. India focused.
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Could Chinese gaming giant Tencent’s pain impact India?

Could Chinese gaming giant Tencent’s pain impact India?

In today's episode for 26th August 2022, we see if the Tencent meltdown will have an impact on India.
05:4226/08/2022
Is IRCTC going to sell your data for ₹1,000 crores?

Is IRCTC going to sell your data for ₹1,000 crores?

In today's episode for 25th August 2022, we see how IRCTC landed itself in a soup last week.
04:2725/08/2022
SEBI gives thumbs up to Account Aggregators

SEBI gives thumbs up to Account Aggregators

In today’s episode for 24th August 2022, we offer a simplified explanation of how SEBI’s involvement in the Account Aggregator framework could be a gamechanger for this country.
04:4924/08/2022
One Nation, One Charger!

One Nation, One Charger!

In today’s episode for 23rd August 2022, we analyse if the government’s call for a common charger for electronics benefits consumers and the environment enough.
05:0823/08/2022
A tough decade for India’s coffee farmers

A tough decade for India’s coffee farmers

In today's episode for 22nd August 2022, we talk about the main issues coffee farmers face in this country.
05:0322/08/2022
Is RBI going to strangle UPI?

Is RBI going to strangle UPI?

In today’s episode for 19th August 2022, we see if the RBI is mulling over an idea that could have an adverse impact on UPI transactions. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
08:2019/08/2022
An island that is cheering climate change?

An island that is cheering climate change?

In today’s episode for 18th August 2022, we discuss how billionaires are trying to profit from the impact of climate change in Greenland. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:0518/08/2022
The mystery traders of Sikkim

The mystery traders of Sikkim

In today's episode for 17th August 2022, we see why there was a sudden flurry of trading activity in Sikkim these last couple of years. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:1517/08/2022
3 brands that built India: A Post Independence Day Special

3 brands that built India: A Post Independence Day Special

Hey people, I hope everyone had an amazing Independence day. We obviously took the day off. But we are back again with something different. In today's episode for 16th August 2022, we will talk about 3 brands that have had a massive impact on India and its people. And no, it’s not the typical names like Reliance or Aditya Birla. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:2916/08/2022
A 3-page Coal India Presentation!

A 3-page Coal India Presentation!

In today's episode for 13th August 2022, we review Coal India's recent performance. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:2713/08/2022
India’s biggest ever bank fraud?

India’s biggest ever bank fraud?

In today’s episode for 12th August 2022, we dive into what’s being touted as India’s biggest ever bank fraud. Spoiler alert: It involves the underworld and helicopters! We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
08:2912/08/2022
India has a shiny new Bullion Exchange

India has a shiny new Bullion Exchange

In today's episode for 11th August 2022, we talk about the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX). We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:1611/08/2022
Is Delhi running out of alcohol?

Is Delhi running out of alcohol?

In today's episode for 10th August 2022, we see why Delhi residents were stockpiling alcohol last week. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:3310/08/2022
Why nobody wants to own WazirX

Why nobody wants to own WazirX

In today's episode for 9th August 2022, we see why two founders are feuding on Twitter trying to wash their hands off of WazirX. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:5609/08/2022
Why are central banks late to the inflation party?

Why are central banks late to the inflation party?

In today's episode for 8th August 2022, we see why central banks are being accused of acting too late in their battle against inflation. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:4208/08/2022
Why does Zomato want to become Eternal?

Why does Zomato want to become Eternal?

In today's episode for 6th August 2022, we talk about Zomato's rebranding. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:3706/08/2022
Can DESH do what SEZ could not?

Can DESH do what SEZ could not?

In February, the government announced the plan to scrap the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) Act. Instead, they said they’d replace it with something called the Development of Enterprise and Service Hubs (DESH) Act. And with the new legislation expected to go through during the ongoing monsoon session of the Parliament, we thought we could take a look at why SEZs in India haven’t lived up to their promised potential. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:4705/08/2022
Why did Google fire its AI engineer?

Why did Google fire its AI engineer?

In today’s episode for August 3rd 2022, we talk about artificial intelligence and why there’s a strict need to regulate these programs. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:0804/08/2022
Why does the government keep trying to revive BSNL?

Why does the government keep trying to revive BSNL?

In this episode we ask the most pressing question – Why does the government need BSNL? We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:3803/08/2022
Why do only 5% of Indians pay income tax?

Why do only 5% of Indians pay income tax?

In this episode, we talk about India's taxpayers. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:5703/08/2022
ITC and Tata want a bite of meatless meat

ITC and Tata want a bite of meatless meat

In this episode, we explore whether India’s largest FMCG players are riding the next megatrend. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:3803/08/2022
Announcement

Announcement

Hey Folks,  this is an announcement to inform you all that we will be taking a small break from putting out podcast episodes to fix a few technical glitches. And while we sincerely regret the inconvenience we do promise to have this fixed at the earliest. Until then you can keep up with the latest stories by reading them off our app 'Finshots ' or by going to our website https://finshots.in/.
00:2402/08/2022
When the lipstick met the Lamborghini

When the lipstick met the Lamborghini

In today’s episode for 29th July 2022, we see what lipsticks and fast cars tell us about the economy. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:5929/07/2022
Can FC Barcelona rise like a phoenix?

Can FC Barcelona rise like a phoenix?

In today’s episode for 28th July 2022, we’re talking about football. And even if you’re not a fan of this sport, we promise you that you’ll pick up some business management lessons from the story! We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:3428/07/2022
Fake reviews are a $152 billion problem

Fake reviews are a $152 billion problem

In today's episode for 27th July 2022, we discuss the menace of fake reviews. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:4827/07/2022
The opium high for India’s private sector

The opium high for India’s private sector

In today’s episode for 26th July 2022, we explain why the Indian government is privatising opium processing. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
08:4526/07/2022
What ails Facebook in India?

What ails Facebook in India?

In today’s episode for July 24th 2022, we tell you what an investigative report by Reuters reveals about the social media giant’s performance in India and more. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:3925/07/2022
The farm income story

The farm income story

In today's episode for July 21st 2022, we see how farm income has been growing over the past few years. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:0522/07/2022
Grasim wants a slice of the Infra.Market Action

Grasim wants a slice of the Infra.Market Action

In today's episode for 23rd July 2022, we see how the Aditya Birla Group is trying to disrupt B2B e-commerce in a niche segment. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:5322/07/2022
Is Google getting beat at its own game?

Is Google getting beat at its own game?

In today's episode for 21st July 2022, we see whether TikTok and Instagram can pose a significant threat to the online search giant. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
04:4721/07/2022
The remarkable way diabetes treatments get affordable

The remarkable way diabetes treatments get affordable

In today’s episode for 20th July 2022, we talk about the costs of dealing with Type-2 diabetes in India and how a single event can make treatment more affordable. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:4720/07/2022
Trees and bees can impact a country’s credit rating

Trees and bees can impact a country’s credit rating

In today’s episode for 19th July 2022, we explain how biodiversity can impact a country’s borrowing cost. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:1919/07/2022
VC money can't buy Parle-G biscuits. What?

VC money can't buy Parle-G biscuits. What?

In today's episode for 18th July 2022, we see how Udaan came up empty when they tried to procure Parle-G biscuits from Parle directly. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:3918/07/2022
SpiceJet has flown into some turbulence

SpiceJet has flown into some turbulence

In today's episode for 16th July 2022, we see why investors have been jittery about SpiceJet. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:3216/07/2022
China’s Houses of Cards

China’s Houses of Cards

In today's episode for 15th July 2022, we see why Chinese real estate developers are trying to sell property in exchange for wheat, garlic and watermelons. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:4115/07/2022
The RBI is trying to take the Rupee international

The RBI is trying to take the Rupee international

In today's episode for 13th July 2022, we see what the RBI approval to settle international trades in Indian Rupees actually means. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:3114/07/2022
What's in the Uber Files?

What's in the Uber Files?

In today's episode for 13th July 2022, we discuss the bombshell report outlining Uber's past sins. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:2113/07/2022
Good drivers, Modest premiums

Good drivers, Modest premiums

In today's episode for 12th July 2022, we see how your insurance premium could reveal how well you drive. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:3312/07/2022
An explainer on the Payment Aggregator business

An explainer on the Payment Aggregator business

In today's episode for 11th July 2022, we see why the RBI extended an in-principal approval to a select few payment aggregators. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:1611/07/2022
A diagnosis of India’s diagnostic companies

A diagnosis of India’s diagnostic companies

In today's episode for 9th July 2022, we discuss the fate and fortune of diagnostic companies. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:4409/07/2022
Why is India trying to decarbonize steel?

Why is India trying to decarbonize steel?

In today's episode for 8th July 2022, we see the problem with steelmaking. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:0608/07/2022
The third gender and the economy

The third gender and the economy

In today's episode for 7th July 2022, we discuss the economic impact of excluding an entire subset of people because they don't conform to certain social constructs. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:5807/07/2022
What is going on at Vauld, anyway

What is going on at Vauld, anyway

In today's episode for 6th July 2022, we see what happened at Vauld. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:5106/07/2022
Taxing the influencer economy

Taxing the influencer economy

In today's episode for 5th July 2022, we see how the government intends to tax the influencer economy. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:1405/07/2022
Google’s love affair with Airtel and Jio

Google’s love affair with Airtel and Jio

In today's episode for 4th July 2022, we see why Google continues to make investments in India's telecom providers. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:2804/07/2022
The curious case of Brightcom Group

The curious case of Brightcom Group

In today's episode for 2nd July 2022, we trace the journey of Brightcom group and chronicle some of the controversies plaguing the company We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
08:3802/07/2022
The debate on bank privatization

The debate on bank privatization

In today's episode for 1st July 2022, we see the debate surrounding bank privatization. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:2601/07/2022
Tata Group’s attempt to capture CO2

Tata Group’s attempt to capture CO2

In today’s episode for 30th June 2022, we see how companies are trying to reduce carbon emissions using another novel approach. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
05:3930/06/2022
The litmus test for GST

The litmus test for GST

In today's episode for 29th June 2022, we discuss what is shaping up to be the most important GST council meeting yet. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
06:3429/06/2022
Are Indian cars getting a safety makeover?

Are Indian cars getting a safety makeover?

In today's episode for 28th June 2022, we see how the Indian government plans to implement a rating system to grade car safety. We've launched a new endeavor to give simplified health and life insurance advice via Ditto Insurance. Book a free consultation call with our advisors or just drop us a text on WhatsApp for all your insurance queries. Check out Ditto: https://bit.ly/3ym6GjO Insta- https://www.instagram.com/joinditto/ Twitter- https://twitter.com/joinditto
07:1528/06/2022