On July 11, there were a series of seven well coordinated bomb blasts in the first class compartments of Mumbai&#39;s local trains, as they were pulling to key stations. The 7 explosions took place between 6.23pm and 6.28 pm-6 minutes, thus targeting the rush hour in the city, and also injuring 817 people, many of them on the crowded platforms. Mumbai&#39;s police and the Anti terror Squad arrested 13 men and alleged that they were part of a SIMI and Lashkar plot to shake up India&#39;s financial capital. But, Bombay High Court on Monday held that the 12 men who were accused of the crime, spent 19 years in jail for nothing. They said that the confessions, the evidence and the witnesses were all fudged and didn&#39;t follow the proper procedure. Sunetra Choudhury shows you how this case has been a travesty of justice.Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/XXb1jRVygrs

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Tell Me Why: Mumbai 2006 train blasts case: 19 YEARS LATER, WHO DID IT? | Hindustan Times Podcast

Russia calls it a "peace memorandum." Trump calls it a countdown. Ukraine calls it war.The Russia-Ukraine conflict is now over 1,200 days old, but in the last few weeks, something has shifted. A new ceasefire proposal has surfaced, one pushed by Ukraine, countered by Russia, and pressured by a 50-day ultimatum from U.S. President Donald Trump. But is peace really on the table?In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down the leaked document that lays out Russia’s fresh demands, complete with territory handovers, troop restrictions, and a ban on Western military support. Meanwhile, Ukraine pushes its own plan, prioritizing sovereignty and justice. And Trump? He&#39;s playing mediator, dealer, and enforcer, all at once.What happens between now and September 2nd could reshape the global order. Will Ukraine fold? Will Russia settle? Or will Trump’s gamble collapse under its own contradictions?Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/p1siMmFONYU

Grey Zone: 50-Day Deadline for Ukraine War: Trump’s Clock Is Ticking, Putin’s Not Listening | Hindustan Times Podcast

Amid rising tensions, the Dalai Lama affirms only Tibetans can decide his reincarnation-rejecting China’s interference. Former diplomat Rajesh Raina breaks down the spiritual, historical, and political dimensions of this high-stakes succession battle. Will Beijing name a rival Dalai Lama? Who will the world recognize?Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/o7P6cQwxHH8

HT Podcast: Tibet’s Divine Child Vs China’s Chosen One: Whom Will The World Believe? Dalai Lama Legacy Explained | Hindustan Times Podcast

There’s a dramatic twist unfolding in the Middle East and it's not the war you're thinking of.Israel launched an airstrike campaign inside Syria, claiming it’s “protecting the Druze minority.” But weeks ago, the same Israel was reportedly in peace talks with Damascus. So what changed? Why did Israel suddenly strike Syria's Defence Ministry in Damascus?Is Benjamin Netanyahu trying to force normalization by manufacturing a crisis?Where does Trump stand on this and is the U.S. secretly pulling strings on both sides? And more importantly: is Syria being played, again?In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta takes you inside the Druze flashpoint, Israel’s shifting strategy, and the high-stakes diplomacy cloaked as war. 

Grey Zone: Israel Bombs Damascus Before US Deal: Is Netanyahu Betting on Trump to Clean Up After Syria Blunder? | Hindustan Times Podcast

July 2025. Floods in Texas. Fires in California. Subways submerged in New York. America’s climate crisis is here, and its infrastructure is collapsing under the weight of it.In this Grey Zone episode, Ananya Dutta asks the uncomfortable questions: Why is the richest country on Earth so unprepared for the storms it knew were coming? Why are roads, bridges, and buildings from the 1960s still holding the line in 2025? And why does the U.S. spend nearly 20 times more on its military than it does on climate resilience?We break down the numbers from the $886 billion defense budget to the mere $44–50 billion set aside for climate adaptation. We show you what happens when climate change meets outdated systems and denial meets disaster. Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KT7B2Ig26wc

From Floods To Wildfires - Why Grey Zone: ‘Most Advanced Nation' USA’s Infra Is Crumbling Amid Calamities | Hindustan Times Podcast

Donald Trump just flipped on Ukraine, again. After months of calling for peace talks and resisting further aid, the U.S. president is now sending Patriot missiles to Kyiv. Why? Because Putin, his so-called "friend," bombed his trust, literally. Trump says Moscow "talks nice and bombs at night." That’s a serious accusation, and a major shift in U.S. policy.So, what changed Trump’s mind? Was it a betrayal by Putin? Or a realisation that peace was never on the table? In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta dives deep into the messy geopolitics behind the flip-flop. From White House standoffs to secret calls and delayed weapons, we break down what this means for the war, and whether a new U.S. strategy is in the works. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tkZqg3L6pQ0

Grey Zone: Trump's Weapons U-Turn On Ukraine: Changing Script, Or Playing Into Putin's Hands Again?| Russia War | Hindustan Times Podcast

Is this the shocking reality of animal welfare in India? Digital Content Creator Harjas Sethi shares her experience with community dogs, legal rights, and alleged mob intimidation in Gurugram in this conversation with Aayesha Varma. Tune in!Watch the full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/1r5s41NKMeA

HT Podcast: Can Society Turn Savage…Over a Bowl of Dog Food? Why Was Harjas Sethi Assaulted for Feeding Strays? | Hindustan Times Podcast

A new ceasefire could be just days away in Gaza or so says U.S. President Donald Trump. But even if the bombs stop falling there, the Red Sea tells a very different story. Just as hopes rise for peace, the Houthis launch fresh attacks on cargo ships, claiming solidarity with Palestinians.So why are the Houthis still fighting if a ceasefire is on the table? Can Trump’s backchannel diplomacy, brokered via Oman, actually contain a group that wasn’t even part of the deal? And what does the chaos in the Red Sea tell us about the next front in the Middle East?This episode of Grey Zone explores a chilling reality: in this new era, wars don’t end, they morph. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwvHuzfTGwg

Grey Zone: Houthis To Take Hamas' Final Revenge? Iran's Fiercest Proxy's Inferno Torches Trump-Bibi Ceasefire | Hindustan Times Podcast

Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince met Iran’s Foreign Minister in Jeddah and while the meeting was officially about "bilateral ties", everyone knows there’s a war-shaped elephant in the room. With Israel fresh out of a bloody confrontation with Iran, and normalisation deals hanging by a thread, Riyadh’s next move could reshape the entire region.Why did MBS meet with Tehran’s top diplomat now?What does this say about Saudi Arabia’s view of Israel post-Gaza?Is China pulling strings behind the scenes to cool down the Gulf?And how far is the U.S. willing to bend to get Riyadh on board with the Abraham Accords?In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta unpacks the diplomatic theatre playing out - from Netanyahu’s ambitions to MBS’ calculations and the quiet presence of Beijing in it all. Watch till the end to see why today’s handshake could echo for years. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keJzmkJBCiw

Grey Zone: Behind Saudi Crown Prince MBS’ Iran Meeting: Not Trump’s U.S, Xi’s China Calling The Shots In Gulf? | Hindustan Times Podcast

Chinese President Xi Jinping raised eyebrows when he decided to skip BRICS Summit 2025 in Brazil & instead sent Premier Li Qiang to represent China. There have been a lot of rumours doing the rounds about the reason why Xi decided to skip the summit. In this episode of Hindustan Times Podcast, Professor Wang Wen, a renowned China expert, emphasizes that President Xi Jinping’s absence from the 2025 BRICS summit in Brazil should not be over-interpreted. Professor Wang also speaks on the tariff war with the U.S., its backing of Pakistan and ties with India. Watch the the video on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vABd5qgQ1hUINTERNATIONAL NEWS #xijinping #BRICS #Brazil #JanjaLula #China #Geopolitics #TikTok #BRICSSummit #India #Lula #BRICS2025 

HT Podcast: Xi’s No-Show At BRICS, U.S. Tariffs, India Border Row, Dalai Lama: Top China Expert’s Explosive Take | Hindustan Times Podcast

Weight loss drugs are being hailed as revolutionary tools in the fight against obesity. Originally developed for diabetes, these drugs have gone mainstream - recommended by doctors, and sought after by millions worldwide. But as prescriptions soar and profits climb, tough questions remain: What are the long-term health impacts?In this in-depth interview with Dr Ambrish Mithal, we speak about the science behind these drugs and what this surge means for the future of health.#WeightLossDrugs #WeightLoss #HealthNews #WeightManagement #DrAmbrishMithal #HTInterviewswatch the whole episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FhIHGsPYf68

The Interview: The Rise of Weight Loss Drugs: Miracle Cure or Metabolic Gamble? | Explained| Exclusive | Hindustan Times Podcast

Today marks the 90th birthday of the 14th Dalai Lama, a spiritual icon, a refugee, and the voice of a nation in exile. For decades, the world has wondered: What happens after him? Now, for the first time, the Dalai Lama has given a definitive answer, his spiritual lineage will continue, and his successor will be born in the “free world.” This is not just a religious statement. It’s a direct challenge to China.Beijing has flatly rejected his claim, insisting that the next Dalai Lama must be approved by the Chinese Communist Party. That sets up a high-stakes clash between monks in exile and a government that doesn’t believe in religion. And between India, the host of the Tibetan exile government, and China. To break this down, we speak to Dr. Jagannath Panda, expert on Indo-Pacific strategy. How might India respond? Could there be two Dalai Lamas? And what’s really at stake in this ancient-modern standoff?#DalaiLama90 #Tibet #IndiaChina #TibetanBuddhism #FreeTibet #DalaiLamaSuccessor #ReincarnationRow #Geopolitics #TibetanExile #ChinaTibet #XiJinping #IndoPacific #SouthAsia #Dharamshala #BorderPolitics #AsianFlashpoint #ReligiousFreedom #VoiceForTheVoiceless #TibetIssue #IndiaChinaTensions #HumanRights #PanchenLama #BeijingPolicy #NewColdWar #TibetUprisingDay #AnanyaDutta

HT Podcast: Who Chooses the Next Dalai Lama? China and India Brace for a Succession That Could Reshape Asia | Hindustan Times Podcast

In this episode of Point Blank, Hindustan Times Executive Editor Shishir Gupta delves into the escalating tensions between China and the Tibetan Buddhist community following the Dalai Lama’s recent succession declaration. The 14th Dalai Lama said the institution will continue after him, and added that his successor will be chosen by a trust he founded, not by the Chinese authorities. With his 90th birthday approaching, the Dalai Lama’s announcement directly challenges China’s efforts to assert control over Tibet and its spiritual leadership. So why is atheist China rattled by the Dalai Lama’s announcement? What does this mean for India-China ties? Watch this episode of Point Blank for all the details.POINT BLANK#China #Tibet #DalaiLama #India #Buddhism #HindustanTimes

Grey Zone: Dalai Lama’s Succession Plan Stuns China: Here What Xi Jinping May Do Next & What It Means For India | Hindustan Times Podcast

Syria’s civil war is over. Assad is gone. But a new chapter has begun, one that’s raising eyebrows across the Middle East. The United States is lifting sanctions. Israel is pushing for peace. And Syria, broken and broke, is being nudged toward normalisation with a country it once called its enemy. So what’s really going on?In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down how Trump flipped U.S. policy overnight, why Israel is piggybacking on the opportunity, and what Syria could lose in the name of “peace” including the Golan Heights. From backchannel deals via the UAE to raw anger on Syrian streets, we unpack the real motives behind the diplomacy, the risks Syrians now face, and the uncomfortable trade-offs ahead. Is Syria selling its sovereignty for sanctions relief?Will the Golan Heights be the price of reintegration?And who benefits the most - Damascus, Tel Aviv, or Washington?#Syria #Israel #Trump #GolanHeights #MiddleEast #GreyZone #Geopolitics #Normalization #AbrahamAccords #Damascus #Assad #HTS #AlJolani #Iran #Russia #USForeignPolicy #SanctionsLifted #ArabWorld #UAE #BasharAlAssad #MiddleEastPolitics #PeaceDeal #IsraeliFlag #Diplomacy #SyriaWar #AnanyaDutta

Grey Zone: Russia-Iran’s Wings Clipped, Trump Pushes Big Middle East Reset With Syria-Israel Normalisation? | Hindustan Times Podcast

Thailand is once again in political turmoil. In this episode of Grey Zone, we unpack the dramatic suspension of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra triggered by a leaked 17-minute phone call with Cambodia’s Hun Sen. Why did she call him "uncle"? What did she offer him? And why did her own army become the target of her alleged criticism?The scandal is not just personal, it's shaking the foundations of Thailand’s power structure. From a deadly border clash to backchannel diplomacy gone wrong, this episode tells you what’s unfolding in Bangkok and what’s coming next.#ThailandPolitics, #PaetongtarnShinawatra, #ThaiPM, #ThailandProtests, #CambodiaBorder, #HunSen, #PhoneCallLeak, #GreyZone, #ThaiArmy, #ThailandCoup, #ShinawatraFamily, #MilitaryVsDemocracy, #ThailandNews, #BangkokPolitics, #ASEAN, #SoutheastAsia, #ThaiMonarchy, #ThailandMilitary, #CambodiaThailand, #BorderConflict, #ThaiGovernmentCrisis, #PoliticalScandal, #MonarchyPower, #ThailandToday, #BehindTheScenesPowerWatch the whole episode on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vXZ_tNhCfK0

Grey Zone: Leaked Phone Call Shakes Thailand: PM Suspended, Is The Military Planning Another Coup? | Hindustan Times Podcast

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