ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash

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ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash gets eminent people from different walks of life to talk about issues that impact you and society at large. Join Smita Prakash as she brings important voices from the field of politics, sports, entertainment, and lifestyle. Dive in for a great listening experience brought to you by India’s largest news agency.

  1. EP-410 | Inside India’s Food Culture: Street Food, Cloud Kitchens & Kitchen Hygiene | Sanjeev Kapoor

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    EP-410 | Inside India’s Food Culture: Street Food, Cloud Kitchens & Kitchen Hygiene | Sanjeev Kapoor

    Sanjeev Kapoor is one of India’s most well-known chefs, authors and entrepreneurs. From ‘Khana Khazana’ to global restaurants, and from cookbooks to food innovation, he has influenced how India looks at cooking and flavour over the last few decades. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Chef talks about how eating habits in India are changing, with busy lifestyles and ready-to-eat meals replacing home-cooked meals. He also explores India’s food culture, from street food and restaurant experiences to hygiene standards and cloud kitchens. Kapoor shares honest views on overhyped food trends, along with what makes a dish special. 00:00 - Introduction 01:23 - Choosing a Cooking Career 13:43 - Starting the Restaurant Journey 26:10 - Western Cooking vs. Indian Cooking 34:13 - Curating Restaurant Menus 38:38 - Indian Food Plating 42:33 - Curating Airline Menus 56:11 - Cooking in Modern Times 1:01:22 – Restaurant Culture 1:04:26 - Snap Reactions 1:08:16 - Hygiene In Cloud Kitchens 1:22:37 - Indian Food Culture 1:44:02 - Underrated Indian Spices

    1 h 54 min
  2. EP-409 | Inside Bastar: The Journalist Who Made 200 Naxals Surrender | Vikas Tiwari

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    EP-409 | Inside Bastar: The Journalist Who Made 200 Naxals Surrender | Vikas Tiwari

    Vikas Tiwari, also known as Ranu Tiwari, runs the YouTube channel Bastar Talkies. He has helped over 200 Naxals surrender and return to mainstream society. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, he talks about how Naxalism began in Chhattisgarh, the challenges of reporting from Bastar, and the goal set by Union Home Minister Amit Shah to make India Naxal-free. He was awarded the Rameshwaram Hindi Journalism National Award in December 2025. This is a simple, first-hand account from a journalist reporting directly from the remote areas of Chhattisgarh. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 03:18 – From Truck Driver to YouTuber 11:58 – Dangers in Naxal-Affected Areas 15:34 – Naxalism and Its Causes 22:07 – How Naxals Return to the Mainstream 28:33 – Challenges of Reporting in Naxal Areas 36:41 – Naxals in Bastar: What Has Changed 41:10 – Thulthuli Encounter Explained 44:41 – The Story of Mukesh Chandrakar 50:58 – Why Maoists Resisted Development 56:03 – The Reality of Salwa Judum 58:28 – Life After Maoists’ Surrender 1:00:53 – Youth and Maoist Ideology 1:02:35 – Reporting from Naxal Areas 1:07:22 – Stories from Families of Martyrs 1:14:08 – When Maoists Started Losing Power 1:16:36 – Attack on Congress Leader V.C. Shukla 1:18:35 – Understanding “Urban Naxals” 1:24:10 – Suggestions to Counter “Urban Naxals” 1:27:15 – Reality of Bastar Villages

    1 h 31 min
  3. EP-408 | Indian Economy, Energy Crisis, Stock Market, AI & Power Politics | Nilesh Shah

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    EP-408 | Indian Economy, Energy Crisis, Stock Market, AI & Power Politics | Nilesh Shah

    India’s financial markets are going through a complex global situation, shaped by changing geopolitics and shifts in domestic growth. To help us understand what lies ahead, the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash is joined by one of the most respected voices in the investment world, Nilesh Shah, Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Asset Management Company. He is also a part-time member of the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister. With decades of experience across market cycles, he shares valuable insights on the economy, markets, and where investors should consider placing their bets. He also explains what lessons India can learn from the West Asia crisis. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:39 – Role in PM’s Economic Advisory Council 03:49 – India’s GDP Ranking 07:30 – India’s Economic Vulnerability 12:30 – Progress of Banking in India 16:16 – Impact of West Asia Conflict on India 20:41 – How India Can Improve Its GDP 25:22 – US Markets During Iran War 27:44 – India–China Trade Explained 31:07 – Monsoon Impact on Indian Economy 32:30 – Why is Rupee Falling? 37:55 – Role of AI in Indian Economy 41:06 – Investor Trust in Indian Equities 42:37 – IPO Rush in 2025 Explained 44:09 – Buy or Sell in the Stock Market 46:45 – How to Manage Money Better

    48 min
  4. EP-407 | Delimitation, Women’s Quota Bill, North–South Divide & Census | Varghese K George & Swapnil

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    EP-407 | Delimitation, Women’s Quota Bill, North–South Divide & Census | Varghese K George & Swapnil

    In this episode of ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, we take a deep dive into Women’s Reservation Constitutional Amendment Bill, which was defeated in the Lok Sabha on April 17, 2026. Joining the conversation are Varghese K. George, resident editor at The Hindu, and Swapnil Tripathi, lead at Charkha (Centre for Constitutional Law) at Vidhi. Together, they explain what the bill aimed to do and why linking it with delimitation and census data led to political disagreement. The discussion also covers concerns over North-South balance, population-based seat redistribution, and parliamentary accountability. *Timestamps* 00:00 – Introduction 01:47 – Political Timing of Women’s Quota Bill 05:38 – Delimitation Debate 11:02 – PM Modi’s Guarantee 17:03 – Impact on South India 20:24 – Chandrababu Naidu’s Stand 25:49 – Furore Over Delimitation 30:55 – Reserved Constituencies in India 35:11 – Population & Tax Contribution 40:28 – Tharoor’s Proposal 49:23 – Political Consensus on Women’s Reservation 52:44 – DMK’s Private Member’s Bill 56:43 – Executive-Centric Governance in Democracies 1:07:19 – Arvind Kejriwal & Mamata Banerjee in Court

    1 h 13 min
  5. EP-406 | Kangana Ranaut on Women’s Reservation Bill, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi & Bollywood

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    EP-406 | Kangana Ranaut on Women’s Reservation Bill, PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi & Bollywood

    Kangana Ranaut is a BJP MP from Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi and an actress known for speaking her mind. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, she shares her journey in Bollywood and reflects on whether her bluntness has cost her opportunities in the industry. She also speaks about her controversies with Karan Johar and her ‘tapori’ remark on Rahul Gandhi. The conversation covers the Women’s Reservation Bill, her upcoming film Queen 2, why she chose to become a parliamentarian, and more. Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction 00:53 – Salman’s Compliment 06:21 – Bollywood Journey 12:54 – Interview with Karan Johar 16:14 – Turning Point in Career 18:52 – Why Actresses Avoid Comedy Roles 20:51 – First-Time MP Experience 25:57 – ‘Tapori’ Remark Against Rahul Gandhi 29:28 – Women’s Reservation Bill 39:36 – Delimitation Debate 43:41 – Mandi Constituency Challenges 48:13 – Passion for Handloom Sarees 53:15 – ‘Dhurandhar’ Effect on Bollywood 59:23 – Snap Reactions 1:06:37 – Career vs Marriage Choice 1:17:35 – Journey from Mandi to Mumbai

    1 h 23 min
  6. EP-405 | How Iran Stunned U.S. Air Force in Modern Air Warfare | Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd)

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    EP-405 | How Iran Stunned U.S. Air Force in Modern Air Warfare | Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd)

    Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor (Retd) has served as the Director General (Inspection and Safety) of the Indian Air Force. He has also held the position of Commandant at both the Air Force Academy and the National Defence Academy. With over 7,800 hours of incident-free flying on various trainer, transport, and strategic aircraft, he is considered one of the stalwarts of Aerial Refuelling Operations in the Indian Air Force. He has also flown the Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) aircraft. In this edition of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Air Marshal Sanjeev Kapoor explains how modern warfare in West Asia is driven by air power, missiles and drones, and how Iran’s air defence has challenged U.S. and Israeli air superiority. He also highlights that China’s J-20 stealth fighters in Tibet pose a serious challenge and India must develop strong fifth-generation capabilities, while also pointing out that India’s indigenous satellite navigation system needs to be strengthened further. *Timestamps* 00:00 – Introduction 01:16 – Iranian Air Defence Response 05:47 – Iran’s Decentralised Command Structure 09:57 – Iran’s Underground Missile Bases 18:05 – Limits of Modern Interceptor Systems 23:13 – Multi-Domain Warfare 29:20 – US Aircraft Losses 31:54 – India’s Satellite and Navigation Capability Gap 43:53 – Role of Theatre Commands 47:46 – Global Energy Supply Chains 50:56 – Indigenous Defence R&D 54:56 – Jamming and Spoofing 57:42 – Rafale Source Code Access Debate

    1 h 4 min
  7. EP-404 | Do Not Exit the Markets at All” Finance Writer Monika Halan’s Advice to Investors

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    EP-404 | Do Not Exit the Markets at All” Finance Writer Monika Halan’s Advice to Investors

    Monika Halan is a finance writer, speaker, and author who helps families make better money decisions. She is the founder of Dhan Chakra Financial Education and the author of the best-selling book Let’s Talk Money. She also serves as the Chairperson of SEBI’s Advisory Committee for the Investor Protection and Education Fund. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Halan explains why investors often panic during situations like the Iran war. She says the key is to have a clear asset allocation and not enter the markets without proper understanding or research. She also highlights the importance of energy and food security for India. She advocates that India has enough coal reserves for the next 100 years and should use them wisely. At the same time, she points out that India cannot be expected to follow the same climate standards as developed countries with much higher incomes. 00:00 – Coming Up 00:00 – Introduction 01:03 – Investor Anxiety Over Iran War 07:41 – Asset Allocation Strategies 14:15 – Where to Invest Amid War? 19:11 – India’s Fiscal & Monetary Safety Nets 25:11 – Financial Influencers 30:30 – Home Loans & Emergency Funds 34:12 – Financial Planning for Children’s Education 40:11 – Behavioural Traps in Investing 43:58 – Portfolio Management Tips 50:30 – India’s Reform Priorities 58:16 – AI and Financial Literacy

    1 h 3 min
  8. EP-403 | 'PRAHAAR': India’s First National Counter-Terror Policy Explained | Ex-NSG Chief MA Ganapathy

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    EP-403 | 'PRAHAAR': India’s First National Counter-Terror Policy Explained | Ex-NSG Chief MA Ganapathy

    M.A. Ganapathy is a former NSG Chief and senior IPS officer with decades of experience in internal security, counter-terrorism, and policing. In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Ganapathy breaks down ‘PRAHAAR’, India’s first national counter-terror policy, and explains what it means for the country’s security strategy. He talks about the lessons India can draw from the West Asia conflict, the importance of building capabilities as a deterrent, and why clear objectives are critical in any conflict. He also discusses the growing threats of drone warfare, cyber attacks, and radicalisation, and why India needs a “whole of society” approach to tackle terrorism. The conversation covers the role of intelligence agencies, coordination between police forces, and how sleeper cells operate in urban environments. *Timestamps* 00:00 – Introduction 00:46 – US & Israel’s Objectives in Iran 05:08 – Role of Intelligence in Wars 06:50 – India’s Approach to Iran War 07:49 – ‘PRAHAAR’ Counter-Terror Policy 13:48 – Interstate Coordination 16:31 – State Police Forces 20:39 – De-radicalisation in India 29:12 – Naxal Networks 32:27 – How Criminal Networks Support Terror 34:28 – Can Police Tackle Tech-Driven Terror? 40:00 – Surveillance and Apps in Modern Warfare 45:57 – Tackling Sleeper Cells 48:58 – Training Citizens to Recognise Terror 52:24 – Role of the NSG 56:41 – How the CBI Investigates Cases 1:00:09 – Reality of OTT Series 1:02:27 – Police Mental Health & Physical Fitness 1:05:09 – Why Pakistan Isn’t Mentioned in ‘PRAHAAR’

    1 h 7 min
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