Ep 3 - 02 Jan: This week in India

Episode 3 of India this week's podcast includes developments in the world of politics, society, business, and economy between 26 Dec '21 - 01 Jan '22.

Jitesh Surjiani | 02 Jan '22

In episode 3 of India this week, we talk about developments in the world of politics, society, business, and economy between 26 Dec '21 - 01 Jan '22:

  • Covid-19 and the Omicron variant
  • The doctor's strike in Delhi
  • Rejection of clearance for receiving foreign funding for The Missionaries for Charity
  • 76 lawyers' appeal to CJI against hate speeches in Delhi and Haridwar
  • The formation of a new political party by farmer's unions in Punjab
  • AAP's stellar debut at the Chandigarh Municipal Election
  • BJP's promise of liquor at ₹50 if voted to power in 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections
  • Temporary halt on the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021
  • Changes to GST rates from January 1
  • The capital position of banks, and more ...


Jitesh Surjiani

Jitesh Surjiani

Jitesh Surjiani is passionate about progressive change for India and its citizens. He writes about issues that are roadblocks in improving quality of life and interpersonal interactions as well as areas of public governance that fall short in intent and action.

Ep 3 - 02 Jan: This week in India Ep 3 - 02 Jan: This week in India
Ep 3 - 02 Jan: This week in India

Episode Notes

In episode 3 of India this week, we talk about developments in the world of politics, society, business, and economy between 26 Dec '21 - 01 Jan '22:

  • Covid-19 and the Omicron variant
  • The doctor's strike in Delhi
  • Rejection of clearance for receiving foreign funding for The Missionaries for Charity
  • 76 lawyers' appeal to CJI against hate speeches in Delhi and Haridwar
  • The formation of a new political party by farmer's unions in Punjab
  • AAP's stellar debut at the Chandigarh Municipal Election
  • BJP's promise of liquor at ₹50 if voted to power in 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections
  • Temporary halt on the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2021
  • Changes to GST rates from January 1
  • The capital position of banks, and more ...

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