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46: 110019: This Christmas find a use for your old phones
Mint Delhi Decoded - December 25, 2020 04:54 - 21 minutesWith phones replacing classrooms, covid-19 brought out a sudden need for digital accessibility. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Saransh Vaswani, co-founder of Saajha, an NGO based in Delhi which worked with schools to bridge the gap for marginalized students and also wo...
45: 110066: How to save and invest during a pandemic
Mint Delhi Decoded - December 16, 2020 14:15 - 26 minutesCovid-19 and the uncertainty with it has made us all re-think our models of savings and further investing. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Prashant Maurya, Partner, Citrine Financial Advisors, a Delhi-based financial planner on what investors need to keep in mind, what ...
44: 110040: Why are farmers protesting in Delhi?
Mint Delhi Decoded - December 10, 2020 10:21 - 37 minutesThe new farm laws passed by the union government has seen an iconic protest since the past few weeks. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna talks to Ashutosh Kumar, Professor of Science, Panjab University about the three farm bills and the farmers protest.
43: 110092: Can school children be agents of change?
Mint Delhi Decoded - December 03, 2020 12:14 - 28 minutesDisaster for a school going children can be many including road safety, fire hazards and even mental health. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Anshu Sharma, co-founder of SEEDS, a not-for-profit organisation which works to provide community solutions. Sharma talks about t...
42: 110042: Tracing missing children of Delhi
Mint Delhi Decoded - November 25, 2020 13:43 - 7 minutesIn November, Delhi Police announced an out of turn promotion for Seema Dhaka who became a head constable after re-uniting 76 children with their families. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Dhaka on her feat.
41: 110043: Why the Bihar elections are important?
Mint Delhi Decoded - November 18, 2020 16:37 - 21 minutesThe Bihar assembly elections were a keenly watched contest not just for the people of the state but also for the rest of the country including Delhi. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Sanjay Kumar, professor at the New Delhi-based think tank - The Centre for the Study of ...
40: 110003: How organizations are dealing with the crisis?
Mint Delhi Decoded - November 11, 2020 16:33 - 22 minutesOn a normal year, the run-up to Diwali meant going to Diwali Melas held across the city to prepare the festival. This year is different with organizations like the Blind Relief Association unable to organize such events which also helped them financially. This episode Mint journalist @pretikakha...
39: 110004: How to revive the social sector from covid-19’s impact?
Mint Delhi Decoded - November 04, 2020 17:08 - 33 minutesThe impact of covid-19 has impacted the social sector and local ecosystems. With attempts being made to revive the economy, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Viral Thakker, partner at Deloitte India on their report on the Social response to covid-19 and the roadmap to recovery for the soc...
38: 110067: How disaster ready is Delhi?
Mint Delhi Decoded - October 23, 2020 12:06 - 28 minutesThe need for efficient disaster management and mitigation is more important than ever now. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Abinash Mohanty, Programme Lead, Council on Energy, Environment and Water on how prepared Delhi is to handle such a crisis and what are the policy ...
37: 110003: Delhi’s smog problem
Mint Delhi Decoded - October 14, 2020 11:54 - 30 minutesJust as winter sets in, the air quality becomes more and more unhealthy. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to researcher and author Siddharth Singh on the problem of air pollution, health impacts, role of stubble burning and the way ahead in all this.
36: 110006: Can river Yamuna be rejuvenated?
Mint Delhi Decoded - October 08, 2020 02:08 - 31 minutesRejuvenation of the Yamuna River has been a long-standing promise. However, as Delhi stayed indoors during the lockdown, the river seemed to look cleaner. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Dr. Suresh Kumar Rohilla who is the Programme Director for Water Programme at the C...
35: 110092: Where do workers in the informal sector stand in a pandemic?
Mint Delhi Decoded - October 01, 2020 18:43 - 35 minutesWith limited or no savings, workers in the informal sector have worn the worst impact of the pandemic. Now COVID-19 has changed the nature of work. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Paromita Sen, research manager at SEWA Bharat on the state of livelihoods in the informal ...
34: 110020: The business of making ice cream
Mint Delhi Decoded - September 23, 2020 15:34 - 20 minutesDoesn't it sound like a dream to be working in an office surrounded by ice cream machines churning out your favorite gelato? In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to the founders of Minus 30, a gelato ice cream brand in Delhi on the business side of ice creams.
33: 110001: Making a city smart
Mint Delhi Decoded - September 16, 2020 16:52 - 22 minutesThe central government came up with a mission to create 100 smart cities. But what really makes a city smart? Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Anindya Mallick, Partner, Deloitte India on the smart cities mission, the selection process, and will they meet deadlines. Listen in.
32: 110048: How to keep a restaurant alive in a pandemic
Mint Delhi Decoded - September 10, 2020 04:24 - 20 minutesCovid-19 has changed the concept of eating out for many. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Radhika Khandelwal, executive chef, and owner at Radish Hospitality on what is has been like operating her restaurant Fig & Maple through a pandemic.
31: 110001: Challenge of restarting metro services
Mint Delhi Decoded - September 02, 2020 13:09 - 9 minutesMetro services in Delhi and across the country are set to resume after a gap of over five months bringing much relief to commuters and those working around. But for a while now a journey in the metro won’t be the same with social distancing norms in place. Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks t...
30: 110002: How transformational is Delhi’s first EV policy?
Mint Delhi Decoded - August 28, 2020 16:12 - 17 minutesElectric vehicles have been here for a while but haven’t found many takers. At time when pollution levels hold the key, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Jasmine Shah, vice-chairperson of Delhi’s Dialogue & Development Commission on how Delhi’s new electric vehicle policy aims to make Del...
29: 110011: How will affordable rental housing complexes be made?
Mint Delhi Decoded - August 24, 2020 07:57 - 22 minutesThe importance of affordable rental housing for urban migrants and poor increases manifolds during a pandemic. The union government has cleared the way for affordable rental housing complexes to be set up. Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Ashoo Gupta, partner at Shardul Amarchand Mangald...
28: 110015: How to make Delhi more start-up friendly?
Mint Delhi Decoded - August 12, 2020 12:38 - 26 minutesThe Delhi government aims to make Delhi one of the top five global destinations for start-ups. With over 7000 start-ups, Delhi has the highest number of active start-ups in the country. This week Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Tarun Bhalla, founder, and CEO of Avishkaar on what it woul...
27: 110025: The women of Shaheen Bagh
Mint Delhi Decoded - August 05, 2020 15:35 - 23 minutesThe streets of Shaheen Bagh in 110025 saw a one of a kind protest in 2019 which went on for over 100 days. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to Stuti Govil, a Ph.D. student whose research focuses on gender and public spaces on what the location of the protest and what it mea...
26: 110006: Chandni Chowk gets a makeover
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 29, 2020 14:12 - 20 minutesThe iconic lanes of Chandni Chowk are soon going to look very different. With renovation work almost complete, the area is set to become pedestrian-friendly and rewind the history of the area. This week Mint journalist @pretikakhanna speaks to author and historian Swapna Liddle on the ongoing pl...
25: 110002: Why does Delhi flood each year?
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 22, 2020 14:52 - 11 minutesEvery monsoon it’s the same story, a few hours of rain and the national capital is under water. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna tries to understand the reason and what the authorities plan to do to tackle the situation.
25: 110002: Why does Delhi flood each year?
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 22, 2020 14:52 - 11 minutesEvery monsoon it’s the same story, a few hours of rain and the national capital is under water. In this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna tries to understand the reason and what the authorities plan to do to tackle the situation.
24: 110094 and 110095: The aftermath of the Delhi riot
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 15, 2020 15:44 - 23 minutesIn this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna talks to Mishika Singh, who is a lawyer on the Delhi riots, the status of compensation, and how the pandemic has affected rehabilitation.
24: 110094 and 110095: The aftermath of the Delhi riot
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 15, 2020 15:44 - 23 minutesIn this episode, Mint journalist @pretikakhanna talks to Mishika Singh, who is a lawyer on the Delhi riots, the status of compensation, and how the pandemic has affected rehabilitation.
23: The wonders of 110030 - Mehrauli | Mint Delhi Decoded X Anjaane Raste
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 08, 2020 15:56 - 12 minutesIn this crossover episode, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna talks to Rana Safvi, a renowned historian and author and now host of Anjaane Raaste. They talk about the ancient structures and historical importance of the pin code 110030 - Mehrauli.
22: 110048 | Let's hangout at GK-1, M Block market today!
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 04, 2020 18:40 - 11 minutesFrom Aunty's famous momos to driving around the market with college friends, GK1, M Block Market has been a part of almost every Dellities' story. In this episode, @pretikakhanna decodes 110048 for us through the eyes of a boutique business owner, Ritambhara Kapoor, and her shop Goldy's Nestt.
22: 110048 | Let's hangout at GK-1, M Block market today!
Mint Delhi Decoded - July 04, 2020 18:40 - 12 minutesFrom Aunty's famous momos to driving around the market with college friends, GK1, M Block Market has been a part of almost every Dellities' story. In this episode, @pretikakhanna decodes 110048 for us through the eyes of a boutique business owner, Ritambhara Kapoor, and her shop Goldy's Nestt.
21: The history that lies between 110003 and 110004
Mint Delhi Decoded - June 25, 2020 06:33 - 15 minutesIn the first episode of the new season, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna decodes the pin codes 110003 and 110004. Want to know the historic importance of the buildings they hold and what the future holds for them? Tune in to know more.
20: Season Two Announcement | Trailer
Mint Delhi Decoded - June 17, 2020 11:58 - 2 minutesOn popular demand, Mint journalist and resident of Delhi, @pretikakhanna is back with a new season of Delhi Decoded. She will break down pin codes and their significance in Urban Delhi. After all, what do they even mean? Stay tuned for Delhi Decoded 2.0.
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