News18 Explainers

Trudeau Out: Will Pierre Poilievre Save India-Canada Relations?

With Trudeau out of the picture, how will the next Canadian leadership approach its relationship with India? Will it heal the deep wounds inflicted by Justin Trudeau or will it continue on his path to burn bridges with India? Shubhangi Sharma explains.

Will The Gaza Truce Last?

A ceasefire in Gaza came into effect on January 19, following a truce mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, ending 15 months of conflict. We discuss the terms, reception and speculation surrounding its shelf-life.

Jobs, Consumption & Tax Relief: Expectations From Budget 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget on February 1, 2025. Economist Gaurav Choudhury anticipates a focus on job creation, consumption boost, new tax framework, support for women and farmers, industry incentives, and fiscal discipline.

India, US, & Quad In Focus As Donald Trump Takes Aim At China

With Trump at helm, Quad’s future appears more secure. The group can now also be expected to take more concrete steps to counter China and its activities in the Indo-Pacific.

Rasha Gets Candid On Mom Raveena Tandon, Aaman Speaks About Aunt Kajol

Azaad, which released on January 17, marks the acting debuts of Rasha Thadani and Aaman Devgan. In a fun-filled chat with News18’s Titas Chowdhury, the duo spill the beans on their friendship. Rasha also makes a jaw-dropping observation about mom Raveena Tandon's social media game, while Aaman talks about how aunt Kajol isn't as strict as uncle Ajay Devgn. Tune in…

Delhi Elections: Can BJP Keep AAP From A Hattrick?

Delhi is gearing up for high-stakes election on February 5, 2025. With infrastructure failures, rising pollution, and political drama, will the Aam Aadmi Party maintain its grip on power, or is Delhi ready for change? We break it down in this explainer. 

Why Did Hindenberg Research Shut Down?

Hindenberg Research, the American short-selling firm, has shut down. Why did founder Nate Anderson close the firm despite its high-profile investigations? What happens to the pending allegations against Gautam Adani and SEBI? Tune in for an in-depth analysis.

SpaDeX: ISRO's Docking Mission is a Gamechanger

India has just demonstrated a marvellous achievement up in space. ISRO has, for the very first time, showcased space docking capabilities. This makes India only the fourth to enter the elite club of nations that can do this. What does it mean for India’s space ambitions? Shubhangi Sharma explains.

War Does Not Wait: Lessons For India From Russia & Israel

Recent years have seen fast-paced and dynamic security issues beginning with the Russia-Ukraine war and the proxy war between Israel and Iran. These two geopolitical conflicts cannot be ignored by India, and, in fact, must be the subject of intense study to ensure that in any scenario of conflict, India remains on the winning side. Shubhangi Sharma explains with inputs from Kartik Bommakanti, senior fellow at the Observer Research Foundation.

Hina Khan Opens Up On Cancer Diagnosis, Dad’s Death And What Kept Her Going

Hina Khan is gearing up for the January 16 release of her next series, Griha Laxmi, on Epic On. In a candid conversation with News18’s Titas Chowdhury, the actor speaks about the inner strength that helped her face her cancer diagnosis and father’s death. She also thanked her boyfriend Rocky Jaiswal, her mother and brother for being pillars of support during the tough times. Listen in…