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but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the rural incomes suffer because of that. the other area which is a little weak is the consumption, private consumption. the household consumption growth is not even half of the overall gdp growth, but overall it's a good story. mr modi will be hoping his infrastructure bet will spur large—scale industrial growth and create jobs. a major missing piece in india's growth story. nikhil inamdar, bbc news, kolkata. before we go, shareholders of us steel have approved a sale to nippon steel. more than 98% of shareholders voted in favour of the deal under which the japanese company will pay $55 per share for the us steel—maker. it brings the sale, which is worth nearly $15 billion, a step close despite political opposition in the us. and that's it for this edition of asia business report. thanks for watching. hello there, i'm 0lly foster. here's what's coming up for you on sportsday. it's party time
but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the rural incomes suffer because of that. the other area which is a little weak is the consumption, private consumption. the household consumption growth is not even half of the overall gdp growth, but overall it's a good story. mr modi will be hoping his infrastructure bet will spur large—scale industrial growth and create jobs. a major...
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this is india's first underwater metro line. we've just plunged about 100 feet under the hooghly river that connects kolkata with the twin city howrah on the other bank. this is just one example of the ambitious upgrade that many of india's creaky public infrastructure assets are finally getting. a swanky bullet train is another. it's a showpiece project of prime minister narendra modi. the upcoming $15 billion high—speed rail routes will connect india's financial capital mumbai with ahmedabad in gujarat. the infrastructure has been a key driver to india's galloping gdp and projects are getting completed faster than ever. the timelines have shrunk. timelines which used to be five years, six years, seven years, it's all come to two years, two and a half years, three years. in terms of logistics, if you look at it, india has jumped 38 places higher. criss—crossing the country to unveil these megaprojects has been india's prime minister narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every year for the last three, bui
this is india's first underwater metro line. we've just plunged about 100 feet under the hooghly river that connects kolkata with the twin city howrah on the other bank. this is just one example of the ambitious upgrade that many of india's creaky public infrastructure assets are finally getting. a swanky bullet train is another. it's a showpiece project of prime minister narendra modi. the upcoming $15 billion high—speed rail routes will connect india's financial capital mumbai with...
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india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every year for the last three years building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to be rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the rural incomes suffer because of that. the other area, which is a little weak, is the consumption, private consumption. the household consumption growth is not even half of the overall gdp growth, but overall it's a good story. mr modi will be hoping his infrastructure bet will spur large scale industrial growth and create jobs. a major missing piece in india's growth story. nikhil inamdar, bbc news, kolkata. before we go shareholders ever prove the nichols in a widely decision for that more than 98% of shareholders voted in
india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every year for the last three years building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to be rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so...
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there have been criticisms against _ india. there have been criticisms against the — india. there have been criticisms against the opposition even though they have _ against the opposition even though they have banded together to try to create _ they have banded together to try to create this— they have banded together to try to create this mega— alliance to counter — create this mega— alliance to counter narendra modi's popularity. there _ counter narendra modi's popularity. there are _ counter narendra modi's popularity. there are those that believe he just does not _ there are those that believe he just does not have the same charisma order— does not have the same charisma order clear— does not have the same charisma order clear messaging are really the organisational power to really counter — organisational power to really counter narendra modi and his party. briefly, _ counter narendra modi and his party. briefly, you _ counter narendra modi and his party. briefly, you are absolutely right, jobs, rising prices, there will be big issues in this election but
there have been criticisms against _ india. there have been criticisms against the — india. there have been criticisms against the opposition even though they have _ against the opposition even though they have banded together to try to create _ they have banded together to try to create this— they have banded together to try to create this mega— alliance to counter — create this mega— alliance to counter narendra modi's popularity. there _ counter narendra modi's popularity. there...
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india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects, has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every yearfor the last three, building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to pay rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the rural incomes suffer because of that. the other area, which is a little weak, is the consumption. private consumption. the household consumption growth is not even half- of the overall gdp growth, but overall, it's a good story. mr modi will be hoping his infrastructure bet will spur large scale industrial growth and create jobs. a major missing piece in india's growth story. nikhil inamdar, bbc news, kolkata. now it's time for a look at the weather with louise lear. hello there. wild weather to greet us first thing this monday
india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects, has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every yearfor the last three, building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to pay rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the...
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, and india that has found its voice in the world, and india that hosted the 620 world, and india that hosted the g20 with miranda murray's face on billboards all over the country, he is good at marketing, travelling around the world and meeting leaders. they like those things when they see it. he has also been remarkably successful using the state to give people things that they need, whether it is subsidies, the construction of toilets, electricity lines, gas connections, things that make him popular with women as well. he is very popular. he is canny and smart with the deployment of services and using the state, welfarism, basically. the reason however an illiberal aspect to it where india still is a democracy despite the declining honour several rankings for democracy. it is becoming illiberal in a classic sense, when you look at liberal democracies around the world where it is focused less on secularism, for example, less on its liberalism, individual choice and rights. instead migratory projects himself as a ceo type figure who makes tough decisions, even as some of this comes wi
, and india that has found its voice in the world, and india that hosted the 620 world, and india that hosted the g20 with miranda murray's face on billboards all over the country, he is good at marketing, travelling around the world and meeting leaders. they like those things when they see it. he has also been remarkably successful using the state to give people things that they need, whether it is subsidies, the construction of toilets, electricity lines, gas connections, things that make him...
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air india you would remember was once india's national carrier, sold to the tata group at two years ago as part of the indian government's divestment plans in order to privatise the airline and generate more funds, so export saved that could also be a factor. india's aviation regulator has stepped in, asking for daily reports from vistara and asking that there are minimum inconveniences caused to the passengers and they should have a regrettable form to get refunds and reschedule their flights. just to give you a context, vistara is nine years old and is a joint venture between tata sons private limited and singapore airlines, which owns 49%. that is it for this edition of asia business report. i will be back at the same times tomorrow. goodbye for now. hey — i'm zof with the catch up. tonight, jk rowling's trand controversy, taylor swift's tonight, jk rowling's trans controversy, taylor swift's billionaire era, and an easter dog parade. we start in gaza, where three british nationals are among seven people who have been killed in an israeli air strike. they were working for world cen
air india you would remember was once india's national carrier, sold to the tata group at two years ago as part of the indian government's divestment plans in order to privatise the airline and generate more funds, so export saved that could also be a factor. india's aviation regulator has stepped in, asking for daily reports from vistara and asking that there are minimum inconveniences caused to the passengers and they should have a regrettable form to get refunds and reschedule their flights....
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india. do we know, by chance, how successful _ india. do we know, by chance, how successful these - india. do we know, by chance, how successful these alleged i how successful these alleged attempts at election interference work? so attempts at election interference work? ,, ,, ., , interference work? so csis does sa in interference work? so csis does say in one _ interference work? so csis does say in one of— interference work? so csis does say in one of these _ interference work? so csis does say in one of these documents l say in one of these documents that india was one of the biggest foreign threats actors in canada in 2021. it does not say, though, that india was successful at doing this. i should note that national security officials in this country have repeatedly said that although there was foreign interference in both of the last two elections, it never rose to threaten the overall result of those elections themselves. as for pakistan, csis actually says it was a more limited actor but that it did try in 2019 especially to g
india. do we know, by chance, how successful _ india. do we know, by chance, how successful these - india. do we know, by chance, how successful these alleged i how successful these alleged attempts at election interference work? so attempts at election interference work? ,, ,, ., , interference work? so csis does sa in interference work? so csis does say in one _ interference work? so csis does say in one of— interference work? so csis does say in one of these _ interference work? so csis...
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the article — which was published on monday — reveals the name of the officer from india's spy agency who allegedly orchestrated the attempt on gurpatwant singh pannun. mr pannun is a dual us—canadian citizen. he served as the legal counsel and spokesman for sikhs forjustice, a us—based sikh separatist group banned in india. the report also cited current and former western security officials who mapped potential links to members of india's prime minister narendra modi's inner circle to the plot. the indian government has denied the allegations. it comes as the us tries to strengthen its ties with india to counter some of china's geopolitical influence. the white house says it is taking the post reporting "very seriously". i discussed the report with washington post national security reporter ellen nakashima. just to begin with, talk to us about the information you found from the indian government and this assassination plot. right, what we revealed in our article today was that the plot itself was directed from within india's top spy agency, its foreign intelligence service called
the article — which was published on monday — reveals the name of the officer from india's spy agency who allegedly orchestrated the attempt on gurpatwant singh pannun. mr pannun is a dual us—canadian citizen. he served as the legal counsel and spokesman for sikhs forjustice, a us—based sikh separatist group banned in india. the report also cited current and former western security officials who mapped potential links to members of india's prime minister narendra modi's inner circle to...
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nsc and bfc, which are india's top stock exchanges. now, their recordings falsely showed both ceos offering investment recommendations and stock advice to people. the ceo of the bombay stock exchange has told reuters he has approached the regulators and will soon be filing a police complaint against the manipulated videos. these instances highlight the growing concerns around the misuse of this technology, particularly during a sensitive period like the national elections. india currently lacks specific laws to deal with deepfakes and ai related crimes, but calls for better legal provisions have grown, given existing laws and not seen to be adequate to tackle the issue. nikhil inamdar reporting there. last week, dubai saw massive rainfall which led to floods and also crippled operations at the airport. paul griffiths is the boss of the company that manages the running of dubai international airport. my colleague steve lai asked him about the recovery from the adverse conditions. well, we've pretty much at 100% capacity now, the infrast
nsc and bfc, which are india's top stock exchanges. now, their recordings falsely showed both ceos offering investment recommendations and stock advice to people. the ceo of the bombay stock exchange has told reuters he has approached the regulators and will soon be filing a police complaint against the manipulated videos. these instances highlight the growing concerns around the misuse of this technology, particularly during a sensitive period like the national elections. india currently lacks...
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i think it is fair to say that over the last 20, 30, a0 years, india has not done a very good job of creating good qualityjobs for the vast majority of its workforce. the reason for that, as you well know, is that although india has grown very rapidly, much of the growth has been based on high skilled services, rather than low skilled manufacturing and this is what distinguishes india from all the east asian countries. services are high skill, they provide greatjobs for those who are qualified but those constitute a very small share of the labour force. so, the challenges really are how do you create jobs in manufacturing. we know over the last ten years narendra modi's government has made india richer but one of the main gripes the opposition has is that the wealth isn't fairly spread around. in fact, and a recent study found it's one of the most unequal in the world with the richest 1% controlling 40% of the wealth. what challenges does that pose? one thing one has to be careful of is inequalities statistics but that said, i think inequality is relatively high — and by the way, i
i think it is fair to say that over the last 20, 30, a0 years, india has not done a very good job of creating good qualityjobs for the vast majority of its workforce. the reason for that, as you well know, is that although india has grown very rapidly, much of the growth has been based on high skilled services, rather than low skilled manufacturing and this is what distinguishes india from all the east asian countries. services are high skill, they provide greatjobs for those who are qualified...
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how is india responding to these reports? yeah, relations have been strained with india for the last few months. there have been a lot of headlines about how a sikh activist was killed in canada, with prime minister trudeau accusing agents of the indian government of having a hand in that, india not taking too well to that at all. it also has not taken well to these allegations, these ones in the csis documents, stating that it does not try to intervene in the democratic process of other countries, of canada, and that, on the contrary, it's canada that's been trying to intervene in india's affairs. and it has said this repeatedly and has asked canada to stop. we've also reached out to pakistan's embassy here in ottawa, but have not heard back from them yet. raffy boudjikanian, a senior reporter with canada's cbc, thank you very much. you're very welcome. residents in sydney and the surrounding australian state of new south wales are facing renewed flood warnings after three days of record—breaking rainfall caused flash floo
how is india responding to these reports? yeah, relations have been strained with india for the last few months. there have been a lot of headlines about how a sikh activist was killed in canada, with prime minister trudeau accusing agents of the indian government of having a hand in that, india not taking too well to that at all. it also has not taken well to these allegations, these ones in the csis documents, stating that it does not try to intervene in the democratic process of other...
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a major missing piece in india's growth story. now, before we go, how does shipworm and chips sound? no, me neither. but it could be the answer to the issues of unsustainable fishing. in the uk, 80% of all seafood sold comes from just 5 varieties — salmon, cod, haddock, prawns and tuna. eating what is known as the �*big five' puts pressure on a handful of wild stocks and creates demand that drives unsustainable fishing and farming practices. now, researchers believe a species called the shipworm — sometimes known by the more appetising nickname the "naked clam"— offers a sustainable alternative to the big five. i'm joined now by kenneth bodles — head of innovative conservation — marine conservation society uk. good morning to you. are you eating shipworm, have you tasted these little wrigley things? i tasted these little wrigley thins? �* ., things? i can't say i've had the opportunity _ things? i can't say i've had the opportunity to - things? i can't say i've had the opportunity to try i things? i can't say i've ha
a major missing piece in india's growth story. now, before we go, how does shipworm and chips sound? no, me neither. but it could be the answer to the issues of unsustainable fishing. in the uk, 80% of all seafood sold comes from just 5 varieties — salmon, cod, haddock, prawns and tuna. eating what is known as the �*big five' puts pressure on a handful of wild stocks and creates demand that drives unsustainable fishing and farming practices. now, researchers believe a species called the...
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india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects, has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every yearfor the last three, building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to pay rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the rural incomes suffer because of that. the other area, which is a little weak, is the consumption. private consumption. the household consumption growth is not even half of the overall gdp growth, but overall, it's a good story. mr modi will be hoping his infrastructure bet will spur large scale industrial growth and create jobs. a major missing piece in india's growth story. nikhil inamdar, bbc news, kolkata. sir salman rushdie has spoken in chilling detail to the bbc about the knife attack which almost ended his life. the accl
india hasjumped 38 places higher. crisscrossing the country to unveil these mega projects, has been india's prime minister, narendra modi. his government has spent over $100 billion every yearfor the last three, building highways and sea bridges. this infrastructure focus is expected to pay rich election dividends for the prime minister. but has it come at the expense of other parts of india's economy? agriculture hasn't done well, and agriculture supports a large part of the population, so the...
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well, as india's central bank aptly puts it, there is a sizzle here in the spring in india as the mercury rises above 40 degrees in many parts of the country. and that could pose a risk to inflation, according to the rbi's latest state of the economy report. now, prices havejust begun moderating here, but food inflation remains high and bad weather is a potential source of risk to overall prices shooting up again. add to that prolonged geopolitical tensions, which could keep crude oil prices volatile and add to india's inflationary worries. india, remember, is a net importer of crude oil, so any price shocks globally can have big impacts locally. now, the other big concern that the rbi has raised in its report is on long term growth. this may be the fastest growing major economy in the world, but the central bank says india will need to grow at much faster levels, around eight to 10% every year over the next decade. if it is to reap its demographic dividend, which is the economic potential that comes from millions of young, new people entering the workforce. unemployment, incidentally, re
well, as india's central bank aptly puts it, there is a sizzle here in the spring in india as the mercury rises above 40 degrees in many parts of the country. and that could pose a risk to inflation, according to the rbi's latest state of the economy report. now, prices havejust begun moderating here, but food inflation remains high and bad weather is a potential source of risk to overall prices shooting up again. add to that prolonged geopolitical tensions, which could keep crude oil prices...
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but what i realise with the empire world, travelling to mauritius and nigeria and barbados and india, is that the legacies are profoundly contradictory. so, the british empire resulted in quite a lot of democracy around the world — australia, singapore and so on. it also resulted in a huge amount of geopolitical chaos, it spread slavery, it also spread anti—slavery, it spread the free press, it spread press censorship, it destroyed the environment in massive ways, but it also led to the birth of modern environmentalism. so these legacies are much more contradictory than i expected when i started myjourney into this history. some of that is just happenstance and unintended consequences. surely you're trying to get to sort of core motivations for the british imperial experience? there weren't any core motivations in the sense that it was such a sprawling history, covered such a wide geographical area. it's very hard to generalise — whatever you say about the british empire, you can say the opposite to a certain degree. a man in india in the early 20th century might have had a real
but what i realise with the empire world, travelling to mauritius and nigeria and barbados and india, is that the legacies are profoundly contradictory. so, the british empire resulted in quite a lot of democracy around the world — australia, singapore and so on. it also resulted in a huge amount of geopolitical chaos, it spread slavery, it also spread anti—slavery, it spread the free press, it spread press censorship, it destroyed the environment in massive ways, but it also led to the...
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i think it is fair to say that over the last 20, 30, a0 years, india has not done a very good job of creating good quality jobs for the vast majority of its workforce. the reason for that, as you well know, is that although india has grown very rapidly, much of the growth has been based on high skilled services, ratherthan been based on high skilled services, rather than low skilled manufacturing and this is what distinguishes india from all the east asian countries. services are high skill, they provide greatjobs for those who are qualified but those constitute a very small share of the labour force. so, the challenges really are how do you create jobs the challenges really are how do you createjobs in manufacturing. do you create jobs in manufacturing.- do you create jobs in manufacturing. do you create jobs in manufacturina. ~ ., ., manufacturing. we know over the last ten years _ manufacturing. we know over the last ten years in _ manufacturing. we know over the last ten years in modi's _ last ten years in modi's government has made india ritschard but one of the main gripes the
i think it is fair to say that over the last 20, 30, a0 years, india has not done a very good job of creating good quality jobs for the vast majority of its workforce. the reason for that, as you well know, is that although india has grown very rapidly, much of the growth has been based on high skilled services, ratherthan been based on high skilled services, rather than low skilled manufacturing and this is what distinguishes india from all the east asian countries. services are high skill,...
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, they are looking _ currently governing india, they are looking to — currently governing india, they are looking to increase their footprint in this— looking to increase their footprint in this state. they have never fared very well_ in this state. they have never fared very well in— in this state. they have never fared very well in this state. in the last elections — very well in this state. in the last elections they had a share of less than % — elections they had a share of less than 4%. which is why you see the star campaigner of the bjp, the prima— star campaigner of the bjp, the prime minister himself, starting his bil prime minister himself, starting his big 2020 _ prime minister himself, starting his big 2020 political campaign from this state. he has been to the state eight _ this state. he has been to the state eight times— this state. he has been to the state eight times in the last four months, indicating _ eight times in the last four months, indicating that it needs a logistical presence here in this state — logistical presence here in this state. from an
, they are looking _ currently governing india, they are looking to — currently governing india, they are looking to increase their footprint in this— looking to increase their footprint in this state. they have never fared very well_ in this state. they have never fared very well in— in this state. they have never fared very well in this state. in the last elections — very well in this state. in the last elections they had a share of less than % — elections they had a share of less...
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the world bank has upgraded the growth rate for india in 202a. but that's likely to come down next year below estimates of india's central bank. the bbc breaks down the good and bad. 0n on paper, india remains one of the fastest—growing economies in the world, well on track to overtake france and germany and become the third largest economy in the next three years. this report card is being sold by prime minister narendra modi's government as elections near. they arejust two weeks away. the world bank in its report said south asia is expected to remain the fastest growing region for the next two years and india form the largest chunk of that, but it also cautioned that countries need to boost private investment and strengthen employment opportunities, both countriesly big concerns in india. the international labour 0rganisation says unemployment in the country educated youth has doubled from around 35% to 65% between the year 2000 and 2022 and also as a proportion of the gdp, private investments have fallen to i9% in 2020—21 from a peak of 27
the world bank has upgraded the growth rate for india in 202a. but that's likely to come down next year below estimates of india's central bank. the bbc breaks down the good and bad. 0n on paper, india remains one of the fastest—growing economies in the world, well on track to overtake france and germany and become the third largest economy in the next three years. this report card is being sold by prime minister narendra modi's government as elections near. they arejust two weeks away. the...
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india grew at a very strong 8.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023. inflation too moderated to around 5% but still remains above the rbi's target of 4%. 0fficials above the rbi's target of 4%. officials will also be cautious. india is heading into an intense summer policymakers will also be hoping for a normal monsoon. they have been warnings of a heat wave, which could affect agricultural production, once again threatening prices. globally speaking all eyes will also be on crude oil prices, which, if they remain high, then they will also have to factor the impact of high energy costs on inflation. so considering all of these factors, rates are likely to remain unchanged, say experts. at an event earlier in the week, the prime minister had said the rbi must prioritise economic growth but at the same time ensure trust and stability. remember indian elections arejust two and stability. remember indian elections are just two weeks away so economic policy is also likely to have political ramifications.- likely to have political ramifications. former us pr
india grew at a very strong 8.4% in the fourth quarter of 2023. inflation too moderated to around 5% but still remains above the rbi's target of 4%. 0fficials above the rbi's target of 4%. officials will also be cautious. india is heading into an intense summer policymakers will also be hoping for a normal monsoon. they have been warnings of a heat wave, which could affect agricultural production, once again threatening prices. globally speaking all eyes will also be on crude oil prices, which,...
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air india you will remember was once the national carriere of india which was assumed by tata group as part of the development plans in order to privatise the airline and generate more funds. so experts it is also could be an impact of that planned merger. india's airline regulator has stepped in because of the delays asking for daily reports from vistara and also has as the airline to ensure that their minimum inconveniences caused to the passengers in that they should have a rich russell form in order to get refunds in also reschedule their flights. just give you some context, vistara is nine years old and the aviation industry and is a joint venture between tata limited which owns a 51% stake ants singapore airlines which owns 49%. i’ll ants singapore airlines which owns 4996-— owns 49%. i'll see you in the next edition, _ owns 4996. i'll see you in the next edition, bye _ owns 4996. i'll see you in the next edition, bye for- owns 4996. i'll see you in the next edition, bye for now. i hey, i'm zoph with the catch up. tonight, jk rowling's trans comments, taylor's billionaire era
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three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of healthcare in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, healthcare does not seem to be a major issue on the campaign trail. let's speak to our south asia correspondent, samira hussain, who's in patna. if it is not health care, what is capturing the imagination, the attention of voters? we went to two states. we are in one state, and also went to kerala. they are on polar opposites when it comes to the level of health care they offer the people in their state. we went there specifically to look at theissue went there specifically to look at the issue of health care overall in the issue of health care overall in the context of these elections. blocking traffic, desperate to be heard. even after the deadly pandemic, the state of health care here remains in shambles. trans iron coveit here remains in shambles. trans iron cove it was so bad that people were dying were dying like stray dogs. the
three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of healthcare in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, healthcare does not seem to be a major issue on the campaign trail. let's speak to our south asia correspondent, samira hussain, who's in patna. if it is not health care, what is capturing the imagination, the attention of voters? we went to two states. we are in one state, and also went to kerala. they are...
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the big selection in the world is under way in india. in total, almost 1 under way in india. in total, almost i billion people are eligible to vote, that's roughly one in eight of the entire population of the world. more than 13 million indian citizens who live abroad can also cast their ballots, but they'll have to return to india in person to do so. although voting starts today, it will take place in seven phases over the next six weeks, with the result announced on the 4th ofjune. india's prime minister narendra modi is aiming for a rare third consecutive term in power. samira hussain reports from delhi. 166 million eligible voters, in this first of seven phases, more than the combined populations of the uk and france. some of the issues that matter to voters — the economy. india has the highest population and highest unemployment rate amongst them as well. highest unemployment rate amongst them as well-— them as well. nowadays education is very costly. — them as well. nowadays education is very costly. so _ them as well. nowadays education is very costly. so i _ the
the big selection in the world is under way in india. in total, almost 1 under way in india. in total, almost i billion people are eligible to vote, that's roughly one in eight of the entire population of the world. more than 13 million indian citizens who live abroad can also cast their ballots, but they'll have to return to india in person to do so. although voting starts today, it will take place in seven phases over the next six weeks, with the result announced on the 4th ofjune. india's...
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india. the figures say that — conflict. india. the figures say that in _ conflict. india. the figures say that in january - conflict. india. the figures say that in january only i conflict. india. the figures| say that in january only the say that in january only the ships that pass to the suez canal were around 1200 ships compared to 2100 injanuary 2023. this is a big drop. if this drop continues to the end of the year, the revenue of the suez canal would be halved. that means more inflation, morais and prices in commodities in egypt and more requirement for a structural adjustment policy to get more foreign investments to egypt and more suffering and general to the egyptian economy. the resident to the egyptian economy. the president starting his third term in office with lots of promises of course. but what can he do about this extremely challenging for him not least the conflict in gaza on the border of egypt, the impact that's having on tourism and the concern of gazans coming to egypt, what that might mean the future, etc? egypt, what that might mean the future. etc?
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so this matter has now been put to rest by india's highest court. on thursday the former hollywood producer, harvey weinstein, had one of his convictions for rape overturned. new york's highest court ruled he didn't get a fair trial, although they did call for a retrial to take place. the case in 2020, was a landmark in the metoo movement, which exposed sexual misconduct at the highest levels in hollywood. you know, what's important to know is that a courtroom is not a safe environment for survivors of male sexual violence. they can be very traumatising spaces. you know, the most dangerous place in america for a woman is in her home. we know the men who assault and rape and murder us. and a lot ofjudges are still catching up to that reality. and juries don't necessarily know that information either. we still think of rape as stranger rape as someone who jumps us in an alley. and so a courtroom isn't necessarily even if harvey were retried and convicted in the state of new york, the place where survivors are going to get their healing. and that's wha
so this matter has now been put to rest by india's highest court. on thursday the former hollywood producer, harvey weinstein, had one of his convictions for rape overturned. new york's highest court ruled he didn't get a fair trial, although they did call for a retrial to take place. the case in 2020, was a landmark in the metoo movement, which exposed sexual misconduct at the highest levels in hollywood. you know, what's important to know is that a courtroom is not a safe environment for...
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. - in the next six weeks, india will be voting in its general election. voting has been staggered across different states for security and logistical reasons ensuring that even those in the most remote areas can cast their ballots. voting is said set to end onjune one with results onjune four, the current prime minister, this gentleman here, narendra modi, of the hindu nationalist bjp party, is expected a third term in office. as ever, the economy is taking centre stage. joining me now is our india business correspondence. lovely to see you there. the polls have shot. and a lot of emphasis on the economy. absolutely. i want to take a moment to explain to you where i am because this has been a politically significant as well as important for me business and industry point of view because we are in the city of chennai and this is where polling happened all through the day today and in fact the state has 39 lawmakers who are sent to the indian parliament and they voted today so in that sense it is important but from a business point of view, it is very criti
. - in the next six weeks, india will be voting in its general election. voting has been staggered across different states for security and logistical reasons ensuring that even those in the most remote areas can cast their ballots. voting is said set to end onjune one with results onjune four, the current prime minister, this gentleman here, narendra modi, of the hindu nationalist bjp party, is expected a third term in office. as ever, the economy is taking centre stage. joining me now is our...
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to india next where the outlook for the economy has been revised by the world bank. it has given indian economic growth an upgrade and now predicts a growth rate of seven and a half percent for this year. but the world bank warns growth will then start to come down — below the estimates of india's central bank. arunoday mukharji breaks down the good and bad. it still remains one of the fastest growing economies in the world, on track to overtake japan and germany and become the third largest economy in the next three years. if this report card that has been sold by prime minister narendra modi was in a government as election is near. just two weeks away. the world bank in this report said south asia is expected to remain the fastest—growing region for the next two years and india forms the largest chunk of that. countries need to boost private investment and strengthen employment opportunities, both currently big concerns in india. the international labour organisation says unemployment in the country among educated youth has doubled from around 35% to 65% betwee
to india next where the outlook for the economy has been revised by the world bank. it has given indian economic growth an upgrade and now predicts a growth rate of seven and a half percent for this year. but the world bank warns growth will then start to come down — below the estimates of india's central bank. arunoday mukharji breaks down the good and bad. it still remains one of the fastest growing economies in the world, on track to overtake japan and germany and become the third largest...
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. 0ver day one of india's elections. over in the us, netflix kicked off the earnings season for technology giants with the report card which beat expectations. this trimming giant added more than unlit subscribers in the first quarter, technology media analyst ben barringer gave us the numb — the numbers. —— the numbers. the numbers were strong, generally across the was up 15%, very strong margin performance, the guide for q2 is also pretty strong, 16%. so this was an excellent quarter, they are also guiding the full year for 13%—15%. the only issue is the stock is off about 4% after hours and i think the real negative there is that expectations were very high, and, you know, about 9.3 may not be enough for some investors. the other thing that is a slight fly in the ointment is they are no longer going to provide subscriber guidance is an 2025 so that is still three quarters away but some will still be disappointed by that. the us house picker will include the tiktok bill in a package of bills that have been fast
. 0ver day one of india's elections. over in the us, netflix kicked off the earnings season for technology giants with the report card which beat expectations. this trimming giant added more than unlit subscribers in the first quarter, technology media analyst ben barringer gave us the numb — the numbers. —— the numbers. the numbers were strong, generally across the was up 15%, very strong margin performance, the guide for q2 is also pretty strong, 16%. so this was an excellent quarter,...
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the biggest election in the world is under way in india. unemployment and inflation are major issues, along with the future of india's democracy, following a crackdown on political opponents. prime minister narendra modi is hoping to win a third term in power. the main opposition congress party, in alliance with smaller parties, is seeking to prevent that. the election is an enormous undertaking. close to a billion people can cast a ballot, one in eight of the world's population, so voting takes place on seven separate days over the next six weeks. yogita limaye reports from uttar pradesh. a right given to every adult citizen since india's independence. more than 75 years on, it remains a much cherished one. despite the blazing heat, people came out. this is rural muzaffarnagar in uttar pradesh. a politically significant state because it sends the most number of mps to parliament. many here are farmers and daily wagers, coming in early so they can get to theirjobs after voting. this man has flown back from saudi arabia, where he works as a
the biggest election in the world is under way in india. unemployment and inflation are major issues, along with the future of india's democracy, following a crackdown on political opponents. prime minister narendra modi is hoping to win a third term in power. the main opposition congress party, in alliance with smaller parties, is seeking to prevent that. the election is an enormous undertaking. close to a billion people can cast a ballot, one in eight of the world's population, so voting...
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the party and other oppositions in india | and other oppositions in india held a rally accusing the government to... the bbc has the latest. the congress party calling this tax terrorism by the ruling pgp saying that authorities have reopened eight years of the party's tax returns deliberately ahead of elections. the congress party saying they will fight this legally but also taking on the fight outside the courts as well. on sunday, the congress along with other opposition parties won a rally in delhi. parties held a rally in delhi. the congress party complains that the tax agencies have already frozen $16 million of their funds saying all of this is making it hard for the party to spend on campaigning ahead of elections. several leaders find themselves being investigated in corruption cases. some have even been arrested. including the sitting chief minister of delhi. 0pposition parties say all these cases are politically motivated. despite their allegations, the congress party has failed to get any relief from the courts or even a tax tribunal, a fact that the pgp is using to ravish all thes
the party and other oppositions in india | and other oppositions in india held a rally accusing the government to... the bbc has the latest. the congress party calling this tax terrorism by the ruling pgp saying that authorities have reopened eight years of the party's tax returns deliberately ahead of elections. the congress party saying they will fight this legally but also taking on the fight outside the courts as well. on sunday, the congress along with other opposition parties won a rally...
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first of seven phases in voting in india's general election is due to take place on friday. prime minister of narendra modi and the bjp are likely to win a third consecutive term in office. nevertheless, you see that they are campaigning hard. just take this swing state of rajasthan and you see posters and flags for the bjp and the ruling party on several street corners. dozens of opposition parties have banded together to form an alliance to try and counter some of the prime minister's popularity so what are theissues minister's popularity so what are the issues that matter to voters? one, of course, is the economy and theissue one, of course, is the economy and the issue of unemployment, especially among young people. the main opposition party say that under the prime minister's leadership over the prime minister's leadership over the last decade, there has been an erosion of democratic principles, especially when it comes to india's largest minorities, muslims. ultimately, what will happen in this election will be decided in the ballot box with results coming out at the b
first of seven phases in voting in india's general election is due to take place on friday. prime minister of narendra modi and the bjp are likely to win a third consecutive term in office. nevertheless, you see that they are campaigning hard. just take this swing state of rajasthan and you see posters and flags for the bjp and the ruling party on several street corners. dozens of opposition parties have banded together to form an alliance to try and counter some of the prime minister's...
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had 300 million users in india, india banned all chinese social media after 20 indian soldiers were killed on the border. it was done very suddenly. what happened was that it was not the end of the short video market because there are options. you can express yourself just as well on short reels, on other platforms. and thatis short reels, on other platforms. and that is what happened in india. there was a slight difference noted in smaller content creators had to make adjustment but there wasn't a ban on short videos, it is just that platform. ban on short videos, it is 'ust that latform. . ., ~ , ban on short videos, it is 'ust that latform. . . ~ , ,, ., platform. lawmakers in the us are 0 ticall platform. lawmakers in the us are optically nervous _ platform. lawmakers in the us are optically nervous about _ platform. lawmakers in the us are optically nervous about an - platform. lawmakers in the us are optically nervous about an outrightj optically nervous about an outright ban, voting 360—58 to ban it or divest it. at the same time it was packaged without bill would offer aid
had 300 million users in india, india banned all chinese social media after 20 indian soldiers were killed on the border. it was done very suddenly. what happened was that it was not the end of the short video market because there are options. you can express yourself just as well on short reels, on other platforms. and thatis short reels, on other platforms. and that is what happened in india. there was a slight difference noted in smaller content creators had to make adjustment but there...
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three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of health care in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, health care does not seem to be a major issue on the campaign trail. a short time ago i spoke to our south asia correspondent, samira hussain, about this issue of health care. we went to two states. we're here in the state of bihar, and we also went to the southern state of kerala. now these two states are on polar opposites when it comes to the level of health care that they offer the people within their state. and we went there specifically look to look at the issue of health care overall in the context of these elections. more than 600 days of protesting and still no change. blocking traffic, desperate to be heard. even after the deadly pandemic, the state of health care in this part of rural bihar remains in shambles. covid was so bad that people were dying like stray dogs. there were no facilities. private doctors had fled. we w
three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of health care in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, health care does not seem to be a major issue on the campaign trail. a short time ago i spoke to our south asia correspondent, samira hussain, about this issue of health care. we went to two states. we're here in the state of bihar, and we also went to the southern state of kerala. now these two states are...
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the biggest election in the world is underway in india. unemployment and inflation are major issues, along with the future of india's democracy, following a crackdown on political opponents. prime minister narendra modi is hoping to win a third term in power. the main opposition congress party, in alliance with smaller parties, is seeking to prevent that. the election is an enormous undertaking. close to a billion people can cast a ballot — one in eight of the world's population. so voting takes place on seven separate days — over the next six weeks. because of the huge which is tickle operation. —— which is a right given to every adult citizen since india's independence. more than 75 years on, it remains a much cherished one. despite the blazing heat, people came out. this is rural muzaffarnagar in uttar pradesh. a politically significant state because it sends the most number of mps to parliament. many here are farmers and daily wagers, coming in early so they can get to their jobs after voting. this man has flown back from saudi
the biggest election in the world is underway in india. unemployment and inflation are major issues, along with the future of india's democracy, following a crackdown on political opponents. prime minister narendra modi is hoping to win a third term in power. the main opposition congress party, in alliance with smaller parties, is seeking to prevent that. the election is an enormous undertaking. close to a billion people can cast a ballot — one in eight of the world's population. so voting...
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three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of healthcare in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, healthcare is not a major issue on the campaign trail. samira husain reports from the state of bihar. more than 600 days of protesting, and still no change. blocking traffic, desperate to be heard. even after the deadly pandemic, the state of health care in this part of rural bihar remains in shambles. translation: covid was so bad that people were dying - like stray dogs. there were no facilities. private doctors had fled. we were told to take the patient home. there was no treatment available. three years ago, covid brought the world to its knees. india's healthcare system was pushed way beyond capacity. an unimaginable number of dead. this man's grief is only bearable when praying. he blames himself for suriya's death. translation: she was my wife. protecting her was my responsibility. what can i say? if a doctor saw her, if she ha
three years ago, covid ravaged india. and while it made the state of healthcare in the country a part of the political discourse back then, in this first general election since the pandemic, healthcare is not a major issue on the campaign trail. samira husain reports from the state of bihar. more than 600 days of protesting, and still no change. blocking traffic, desperate to be heard. even after the deadly pandemic, the state of health care in this part of rural bihar remains in shambles....
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t about musk counselling his trip to india. ~ ., .,, ,., india. i think that was something that will happen _ india. i think that was something that will happen later _ india. i think that was something that will happen later this - india. i think that was something that will happen later this year. i that will happen later this year. it's just a pivotal earning they have this last week. but for india, we think they will invest probably two or 3 billion or more. it's all about the low cost. they needed to announce that on the conference call. i expect must to be an indian by the summer. == call. i expect must to be an indian by the summer-— call. i expect must to be an indian by the summer. -- in india. are they related to the _ by the summer. -- in india. are they related to the performance _ by the summer. -- in india. are they related to the performance in china? j related to the performance in china? yeah, look, china is alla spider web. this is a and goes down his spine up —— china. i believe they will navigate through it. we are still
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actively in pursuit of a trade deal with india. there's a warning today that more and more young people have got bladder problems because of their chronic use of the drug ketamine. ketamine is widely used in the nhs as an anaesthetic, sedative and pain reliever, but increasingly it's also misused as a recreational drug, and addiction rates are soaring. here's rachel stonehouse. from the minute you wake up... it's a saturday night in bristol. we are with beth and her friend we are calling jay, as he wants to be anonymous. they are both in their 20s and chronic ketamine users, after trying it as teenagers. i was 1a years old and somebody had some in the classroom and i had a little bit at the back of the classroom. that was the first time i had it. what is the physical impact for you now of taking ketamine? can't work, yeah, i can't do anything, i can't feed myself or go and get a drink. yeah, it really disables you completely. i can't walk 50 metres without either needing to sit down or needing to run to the toilet. ketamine use is
actively in pursuit of a trade deal with india. there's a warning today that more and more young people have got bladder problems because of their chronic use of the drug ketamine. ketamine is widely used in the nhs as an anaesthetic, sedative and pain reliever, but increasingly it's also misused as a recreational drug, and addiction rates are soaring. here's rachel stonehouse. from the minute you wake up... it's a saturday night in bristol. we are with beth and her friend we are calling jay,...
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. — coming into the labour force in india, china to be coming to grips— india, china to be coming to grips with_ india, china to be coming to grips with the ageing population. i grips with the ageing population.— grips with the ageing “oulation. ., ., , population. i want thoughts from what _ population. i want thoughts from what is _ population. i want thoughts from what is been - population. i want thoughts from what is been going - population. i want thoughts from what is been going on| population. i want thoughts - from what is been going on and how it is seeking to fix its economic challenges. emphasising the fact that demand is pretty weak and partly— demand is pretty weak and partly linked to what is happening in the property sector~ _ happening in the property sector. they have taken several measures — sector. they have taken several measures to address it but confidence as a comeback. it will be — confidence as a comeback. it will be been advocating is putting _ will be been advocating is putting in place, policies to address— putting in place, policies to addres
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the minister making his comment was because of the press trust of india are prominent international news agency what is said that he wanted to get rid of the nearly 360 million petrol and diesel cars are from indian roads. but surprisingly, the minister didn't say by when the government was planning to do this and any kind of ambitious target like theirs has its challenges in a country like india. here is why. while sales of electric vehicles have gradually been going up, the industry itself it still out on a stage. all cars running on indian roads, less than 5% are electric. and according to figures, there are still not enough charging stations, a very real concern for buyers. sample is, there is one charging station for every 125 electric cars in the country. they also remain more expensive to buy due to higher manufacturing cost and the industry remains import dependent for its key competence. the government has tried to incentivise the industry by allocating additional funds and encouraging domestic additionalfunds and encouraging domestic companies to make in india to reduce import
the minister making his comment was because of the press trust of india are prominent international news agency what is said that he wanted to get rid of the nearly 360 million petrol and diesel cars are from indian roads. but surprisingly, the minister didn't say by when the government was planning to do this and any kind of ambitious target like theirs has its challenges in a country like india. here is why. while sales of electric vehicles have gradually been going up, the industry itself it...
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india has a big population and the highest and implement. and the highest unemployment. we'll leave india there, and go straight to new york, let's take a listen. �* , , ., , ., listen. and this is really a concerted _ listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt - listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt for i listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt for a | listen. and this is really a - concerted witchhunt for a simple, i think you heard in there it's a witchhunt, by near bruce rogers, democratjudges, you take a look at it, he's a whackjob. when he did was a disgrace, being reviewed by the division and i hope they do justice because everybody is looking, and nobody is coming into the city, none whatsoever. they're looking at that case, that case is a threat to democracy, frankly. a crooked ag, leticia james who campaigned on the fact that i'm going to get drunk, i'm going to get drunk, that's all she said for two years. and people don't want to see this stuff, we've got violence all over the streets of new york and nothing happens, even when they
india has a big population and the highest and implement. and the highest unemployment. we'll leave india there, and go straight to new york, let's take a listen. �* , , ., , ., listen. and this is really a concerted _ listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt - listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt for i listen. and this is really a concerted witchhunt for a | listen. and this is really a - concerted witchhunt for a simple, i think you heard in there it's a witchhunt, by...
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over the next six weeks, india will vote in an election where prime minister noranda mode is contesting a third term. archana shukla takes stock of the cost of the largest democratic exercise in the world. the stage is all set. 970 million indian voters decide on who runs the country for the next five years. the scale and magnitude of this election bigger than ever before. 5.5 million electronic voting machines, 15 million polling officers, and a million polling stations. indian elections are the most expensive in the world. more than $8 billion were spent in 2019 general elections, and this year the numbers are expected to double. interestingly, the cost of conducting elections isjust 15% to 20% of this figure. the rest spent on political campaigning more than ever. political parties are flush with cash, mainly through something called electoral bonds, a controversial scheme that allowed for people and companies to donate anonymously to political parties. $2 billion were raised through these bonds until february, when supreme court banned them. more than half the proceeds went to prime
over the next six weeks, india will vote in an election where prime minister noranda mode is contesting a third term. archana shukla takes stock of the cost of the largest democratic exercise in the world. the stage is all set. 970 million indian voters decide on who runs the country for the next five years. the scale and magnitude of this election bigger than ever before. 5.5 million electronic voting machines, 15 million polling officers, and a million polling stations. indian elections are...