Hindustan Times Leadership Summit Highlights
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1: #HTLTS2020 | How many Indians will get vaccine next year? Dr Guleria answers
November 20, 2020 12:41 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBDr Randeep Guleria, Director, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, participated in the inaugural session of the 18th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. He discussed the Covid-19 pandemic and the development of vaccines with R. Sukumar, editor-in-chief, Hindustan Times. Dr Guleria said that a number of vaccines are likely to get regulatory approval in India by early next year. He said that the number of Indians who will be inoculated by early 2021 will depend on the number ...
61: Bonus Episode - CM Arvind Kejriwal on a better tomorrow for Delhi
December 08, 2019 11:07 - 3 minutes - 3.31 MBDelhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Time Leadership Summit. He listed his achievements of the past years and said that they have proved honest politics is possible. Also, click to hear the Delhi CM take a jibe at the BJP over the upcoming Delhi polls.
60: Pollution today due to Delhi's own sources, says CM Kejriwal
December 08, 2019 11:03 - 5 minutes - 5.46 MBDelhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal addressed the audience on the last day of the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. When questioned about the perpetually high pollution in Delhi despite claims that stubble burning has reduced in Punjab, Kejriwal admitted that sources of the pollution being experienced currently are located in the national capital itself. Listen to how the Delhi government plans to own up responsibility and take action to eliminate this issue.
59: Punjab not to blame for Delhi pollution, says Punjab CM Amarinder Singh
December 08, 2019 10:58 - 2 minutes - 2.59 MBPunjab chief minister Captain Amarinder Singh at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit said that Punjab should not be blamed for Delhi’s pollution. He said, “This morning I couldn’t come from Chandigarh by chopper because of the pollution in Delhi and Punjab had bright sunshine.” Listen to what he thinks is causing Delhi Pollution.
58: To eat wheat or not, Big dietary puzzle now solved
December 08, 2019 10:51 - 3 minutes - 3.23 MBAt the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Dr. David Ludwig - best-selling author, Endocrinologist, and Nutrition Researcher - finally put an end to the debate about whether choosing wheat also means choosing a healthy dietary lifestyle. Listen to what he has to say.
57: Nepotism, curse or gift? Michael Douglas in conversation with Anil Kapoor
December 08, 2019 10:48 - 6 minutes - 5.8 MBHaving acclaimed fathers who have achieved much in the movie business, Anil Kapoor and Michael Douglas have more than carved a special niche for themselves in show biz. Did they have to work twice as hard or was the foundation already set for them? Listen to the veteran actors address the controversial topic at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
56: Which movie is Catherine Zeta Jones' favourite? Hint - It's got SRK
December 08, 2019 10:45 - 3 minutes - 3.44 MBOscar-winning actor Catherine Zeta-Jones said at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit that she would love to work in a Bollywood movie and that she is in awe of the Indian film industry. She also revealed her favorite movie of all time and guess what? It is from Bollywood! Click to hear Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones get candid with Anil Kapoor at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
55: Always listen to your wife, Michael Douglas's mantra for a happy married life
December 08, 2019 10:39 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MBMarried for 20 years and despite an age gap of 25 years, celebrated actor Michael Douglas said at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit that the key to his marriage with Catherine Zeta-Jones is always listening to her. Click to find out what Michael said to Catherine when he first met her and how Catherine reciprocated to uphold the promise of marriage.
54: Running nation, not dharamshala, says BJP MP on citizenship row
December 08, 2019 09:13 - 5 minutes - 5.05 MBThe 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit witnessed a heated debate over the provisions of the Citizenship Amendment Bill. BJP MP Jamyang Namgyal argued that the government is there to run a country and not a dharamshala. Why though? Click to know more.
53: Are our MPs friends outside Parliament? Here’s what they think
December 08, 2019 09:10 - 3 minutes - 3.28 MBCongress MP Manish Tewari, TMC MP Mahua Moitra and BJP MP Jamyang Namgyal spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. The legislators spoke about whether MPs from different parties remain friends outside Parliament. Listen to what they had to say.
52: Islam isn't the birthplace of India, says BJP MP Jamyang Namgyal
December 08, 2019 09:07 - 4 minutes - 3.91 MBWhile defending the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 Jamyang Namgyal said that Islam isn't the birthplace of India. Click to hear how he arrive at making that statement at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. The Summit's theme was - conversations for a better tomorrow.
51: Ambedkar must be turning in his grave, says Congress MP Manish Tiwari
December 08, 2019 08:48 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBCongress MP Manish Tewari says that the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 fails the first principle of the constitution to the extent that Dr. Ambedkar must be turning in his grave. Click to hear him elaborately debate the bill at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
51: Ambedkar must be turning in his grave, says Congress MP Manish Tiwari
December 08, 2019 08:48 - 6 minutesCongress MP Manish Tewari says that the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 fails the first principle of the constitution to the extent that Dr. Ambedkar must be turning in his grave. Click to hear him elaborately debate the bill at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
51: Ambedkar must be turning in his grave, says Congress MP Manish Tiwari on Citizenship Bill
December 08, 2019 08:48 - 4 minutes - 4.5 MBCongress MP Manish Tewari says that the Citizenship Amendment Bill, 2019 fails the first principle of the constitution to the extent that Dr. Ambedkar must be turning in his grave. Click to hear him elaborately debate the bill at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
50: TMC MP, Mahua Moitra argues the unconstitutionality of the new Citizenship Bill
December 08, 2019 08:27 - 3 minutes - 3.37 MBTMC MP Mahua Moitra engaged in a fiery debate over the contentious Citizenship Amendment Bill at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit with Congress MP Manish Tewari and BJP MP Jamyang Namgyal. TMC lawmakers argued that it is unconstitutional to provide citizenship on the basis of religion. Click to find out why.
49: My outfits represent unabashed femininity, says fashion designer Prabal Gurung
December 08, 2019 05:27 - 5 minutes - 4.98 MBRenowned fashion designer Prabal Gurung, at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, said that as a man his job is not to dictate but to give options to women. “When Michelle Obama, Kate Middleton, and Oprah Winfrey wear my dresses, they represent what I stand for - a celebration of unabashed femininity. There is nothing more unnerving than a woman in full feminine glory to the patriarchy,” said Gurung. Click to listen to the most feminist man in fashion. #woke
48: Only Rahul Gandhi can lead Congress, says Bhupesh Baghel. Amarinder Singh differ
December 08, 2019 05:14 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBWhile commenting on the future leadership of the Indian National Congress, Chhattisgarh CM, Bhupesh Baghel said that only Rahul Gandhi can lead the party. Significantly, Punjab CM, Capt Amarinder Singh refrained from picking a name for the Congress President post at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2019.
48: Only Rahul Gandhi can lead Congress, says Bhupesh Baghel. Amarinder Singh differs.
December 08, 2019 05:14 - 2 minutes - 2.16 MBWhile commenting on the future leadership of the Indian National Congress, Chhattisgarh CM, Bhupesh Baghel said that only Rahul Gandhi can lead the party. Significantly, Punjab CM, Capt Amarinder Singh refrained from picking a name for the Congress President post at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2019.
47: CM Amarinder Singh says they haven't been paid the GST compensation since August
December 08, 2019 05:09 - 2 minutes - 2.27 MBPunjab CM Amarinder Singh launched a stinging attack on the finance minister over the economy and the GST issue at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. He said that he has been borrowing money to run Punjab. Click to hear him lament Nirmala Sitharaman's incapability to understand the issues of the states.
47: Punjab's CM, Amarinder Singh says they haven't been paid the GST compensation since August.
December 08, 2019 05:09 - 2 minutes - 2.27 MBPunjab CM Amarinder Singh launched a stinging attack on the finance minister over the economy and the GST issue at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. He said that he has been borrowing money to run Punjab. Click to hear him lament Nirmala Sitharaman's incapability to understand the issues of the states.
46: Nirmala Sitharaman does not even understand the issue of onion price rise, says CM Bhupesh Baghel
December 08, 2019 04:57 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBChhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel attacked the actions of finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman over the economy and the GST issue at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. He said that the finance minister does not even understand the issue of onion price rise. Listen to his disgruntlement about the entire issue.
46: FM does not even understand the issue of onion price rise, says Bhupesh Baghel
December 08, 2019 04:57 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBChhattisgarh CM Bhupesh Baghel attacked the actions of finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman over the economy and the GST issue at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. He said that the finance minister does not even understand the issue of onion price rise. Listen to his disgruntlement about the entire issue.
45: Punjab CM, Capt Amarinder Singh asks if the Telangana encounter was even an encounter
December 08, 2019 04:47 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBCaptain Amarinder Singh asked, at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, if the four men accused of raping and murdering a 26-year old veterinarian were actually killed in an encounter on December 6, 2019. Listen to what he has to say about encounter killings.
45: CM Capt Amarinder Singh asks if the Telangana encounter was even an encounter
December 08, 2019 04:47 - 4 minutes - 4.1 MBCaptain Amarinder Singh asked, at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, if the four men accused of raping and murdering a 26-year old veterinarian were actually killed in an encounter on December 6, 2019. Listen to what he has to say about encounter killings.
44: Chhattisgarh CM, Baghel was probed for truth on the Telangana encounter of the rape accused
December 08, 2019 04:37 - 3 minutes - 3.18 MBChief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel commented on the four men who were accused of raping and murdering a 26-year old veterinarian and how they were killed in an encounter on December 6, 2019, at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Click to hear him talk about how the encounter killings reflect badly on the nation's mindset.
44: CM Baghel was probed for truth on the Telangana encounter of the rape accused
December 08, 2019 04:37 - 3 minutes - 3.65 MBChief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Bhupesh Baghel commented on the four men who were accused of raping and murdering a 26-year old veterinarian and how they were killed in an encounter on December 6, 2019, at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Click to hear him talk about how the encounter killings reflect badly on the nation's mindset.
43: A Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow, chef Blumenthal on the Science of Food
December 08, 2019 03:48 - 4 minutes - 4.02 MBCelebrity chef Heston Blumenthal talks about how we have evolved as a species but our food hasn't. Speaking at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Heston said he tries to personalize food via multi-sensory cooking, food pairing, and flavor encapsulation in such a way that the consumer is transported back to their past, even childhood. Click to hear him talk about the emotionality of food.
42: A Royal Society of Chemistry Fellow, Chef Blumenthal talks about Veganism
December 07, 2019 14:43 - 1 minute - 1.55 MBChef Heston Blumenthal, a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, talks about how there are advantages and opportunities in the perceived limitations of vegetarianism and veganism, at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2019. Listen to what he has to say about the fact that 60% of India is vegetarian.
41: Celebrity chef, Heston Blumenthal on Molecular Gastronomy
December 07, 2019 14:41 - 4 minutes - 4.18 MBWorld-renowned chef, Heston Blumenthal says Molecular Gastronomy is a misnomer at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Click to hear his rather funny explanation of what it actually is.
40: Let's do a mindful eating activity with food guru Heston Blumenthal
December 07, 2019 14:40 - 4 minutes - 4.52 MBHeston Blumenthal, the chef who has bagged 3 Michelin stars in the kitty, walks the talk by guiding you through a very picturesque mindful eating activity at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Listen to his vivid and rather meditative description by clicking on the link.
39: I'm a big fan of Sadhguru, says Chef Heston Blumenthal
December 07, 2019 14:38 - 5 minutes - 4.63 MBWinner of the prestigious Catey Award, Heston Blumenthal admits that he is a big fan of Sadhguru at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, 2019. Listen to what he means by mindful eating and why he recommends it.
38: Why celebrated chef, Blumenthal questions everything
December 07, 2019 14:37 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBAt the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2019, the proprietor of The Fat Duck - arguably one of the best restaurants in the world - is self-taught. Click to hear what Heston Blumenthal discovered while on his journey with cooking and why that led to him questioning everything.
37: What inspired celebrity chef, Heston Blumenthal
December 07, 2019 14:35 - 4 minutes - 3.87 MBA couple of years ago, when told by Jacques Chirac that the British food was the worst in all of Europe, Celebrity Chef, Heston Blumenthal first took offense then realized there was some truth in it. Hear all about how things changed for him when he 1st visited a Michelin star restaurant at the age of 15, at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, 2019. Click to immerse yourself into the visceral experience of what inspired him to be the chef he is today.
36: Union FM, Nirmala Sitharaman admits that agriculture has suffered
December 07, 2019 14:33 - 6 minutesFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman admits at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit that agriculture has suffered due to a lack of proper infrastructure. She also said that the government will help farmers get better prices for their produce. Listen to how agriculture will get customized assistance so that it can finally be a value-add to the Indian economy.
36: Union FM, Nirmala Sitharaman admits that agriculture has suffered
December 07, 2019 14:33 - 5 minutes - 4.93 MBFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman admits at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit that agriculture has suffered due to a lack of proper infrastructure. She also said that the government will help farmers get better prices for their produce. Listen to how agriculture will get customized assistance so that it can finally be a value-add to the Indian economy.
35: Demands of aggrieved home buyers being met, assures Nirmala Sitharaman
December 07, 2019 14:27 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. She said that the government is aware of the problems of home buyers and their demands are being met. Listen to how she assures them that their voices matter.
34: Don't want anyone falling off cliff, says FM Nirmala about NBFC woes
December 07, 2019 13:18 - 5 minutes - 4.91 MBUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman commented on the troubles being faced by Non-Banking Finance Companies. Underlining the government's commitment to ensure the firms' well-being, Sitharaman said that she 'doesn't want anyone falling off the cliff'. Listen to what she has to say about the multiple steps announced by the government to help NBFCs.
33: Listen to FM Nirmala's response on whether government will cut income tax
December 07, 2019 12:40 - 6 minutes - 5.5 MBUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended Day 2 of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit 2019. She was in conversation with R. Sukumar, Editor-in-Chief, Hindustan Times. When asked whether the government is mulling an income tax cut, Sitharaman said that a host of methods to boost consumption are being considered by the government but the people would have to wait for the next Union Budget to get a definite answer. Click to know what she says on harassment faced by tax assessees and...
32: GST will eventually be streamlined, assures FM Sitharaman
December 07, 2019 12:22 - 1 minute - 1.69 MBCurrently, there are four key tax slabs—5%,12%,18%, and 28%—under the new indirect tax regime that was rolled out on 1 July 2017. FM Sitharaman gives assurance at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit that eventually GST will be streamlined. Click to hear how.
31: FM Nirmala Sitharaman on the GST state compensation
December 07, 2019 12:12 - 4 minutesHas the center ignored the GST compensation that the state governments were promised? Listen to what Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman has to say about that at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
31: FM Nirmala Sitharaman on the GST state compensation
December 07, 2019 12:12 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBHas the center ignored the GST compensation that the state governments were promised? Listen to what Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman has to say about that at the 17th Hindustan Times Leadership Summit.
30: FM Nirmala Sitharaman on the distortion of GST's initial framework
December 07, 2019 11:59 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reveals how the initial framework for GST was distorted at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, 2019. Listen to how nonchalantly she explains the systems and processes that lead to what GST is now.
29: Need to bring back credibility into data, insists Nirmala Sitharaman
December 07, 2019 11:03 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBFinance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. She said that there is a need to bring back credibility into data. She said that there are times when something goes wrong on the ground and hence the government holds back the data. Click to hear her full response.
28: Does economy need fresh stimulus? Listen to FM Nirmala's reply
December 07, 2019 10:59 - 6 minutesUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. She commented on GDP growth reaching a 6-year low in the September quarter. Listen to Sitharaman talk about the efforts that are underway to provide a boost to the economy.
28: Does economy need fresh stimulus? Listen to FM Nirmala's reply
December 07, 2019 10:59 - 5 minutes - 5.29 MBUnion Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman attended the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. She commented on GDP growth reaching a 6-year low in the September quarter. Listen to Sitharaman talk about the efforts that are underway to provide a boost to the economy.
27: Why did Akshay Kumar called Kareena Miss Know-It-All
December 07, 2019 08:58 - 3 minutes - 2.9 MBAt the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, when asked about their experience of social media, Akshay said that he laughs at memes made about him. Kareena commented on her absence on social media, but why did Akshay say that Kareena knows everything that goes on in the industry? Click to find out.
26: I want to get paid as much as Akshay Kumar says Kareena Kapoor Khan at HTLS 2019
December 07, 2019 08:52 - 3 minutes - 2.88 MBBollywood actor Kareena Kapoor spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Kareena said that she wanted to be paid as much as Akshay Kumar. Hear how Akshay then made an offer Kareena couldn't refuse.
26: I want to get paid as much as Akshay Kumar, says Kareena Kapoor Khan at HTLS 2019
December 07, 2019 08:52 - 2 minutes - 2.42 MBBollywood actor Kareena Kapoor spoke at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Kareena said that she wanted to be paid as much as Akshay Kumar. Hear how Akshay then made an offer Kareena couldn't refuse.
25: Kareena Kapoor Khan on Taimur's stardom and career after marriage
December 07, 2019 08:44 - 4 minutes - 4.43 MBAt the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, Actor Kareena Kapoor Khan spoke about her decisions to get married and have a baby despite concerns being raised about the trajectory of her career. Click to hear Kareena express nonchalance about the predictions that her career could suffer and how her son is learning the ropes from her.
24: Akshay Kumar explains the Canadian passport controversy
December 07, 2019 08:41 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBAkshay Kumar opened up on the controversy over his passport at the 17th edition of the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit. Hear how and why he got a Canadian passport and added that it hurts when he is questioned on the issue every single time.