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Weekly wrap of events of the week peppered with context, commentary and opinion by a superstar panel. Click here to support Newslaundry: bit.ly/paytokeepnewsfree

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This week, the Hafta panel discussed the BJP’s push to expand its presence on Instagram, a shift Manisha Pande linked to the party being caught off guard by the memes and reels that emerged from the CJP protests.

Anurag Minus Verma argued the BJP’s ... more

This Independence Day, NL Hafta’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Manisha Pande, Raman Kirpal and Rinchen Norbu are joined by historian and author Sam Dalrymple.

The discussion began with the question: Was the India we inherited inevitable, or could history hav... more

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On Meta, Abhinandan Sekhri asked whether the platform has the bandwidth to process takedown requests in India at that scale, or whether “it’s actually a phase where it’s the Wild West”. 

Independent tech journalist Abhishek Baxi agreed with that cha... more

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For the 600th episode of NL Hafta, the panel – Abhinandan Sekhri and Anand Vardhan – are joined by Hafta alumni Jayashree Arunachalam and Mehraj Lone, who set the usual rules aside for an “unpopular opinions” special.

Abhinandan’s own unpopular opin... more

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Suhasini Haidar
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Sobhana Nair
Senior Deputy Editor
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Episode: Chota Hafta 586
Arvind Kejriwal
Chief Minister of Delhi; invited guest discussing judiciary and politics
Aam Aadmi Party
Episode: Chota Hafta 585
Bashir Ali Abbas
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Episode: Chota Hafta 584
Mujib Mashal
South Asia Bureau Chief for The New York Times, journalist and international reporter
The New York Times
Episode: Chota Hafta 582
Aishwarya Sonavane
Research analyst for Pakistan Studies at the Takshashila Institution
Takshashila Institution
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Fahad Zuberi
Guest, commentator on politics and decolonization topics
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Hartosh Singh Bal
Host of NL Hafta
Anand Vardhan
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Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 916 ratings
  • My Fav channel

    Unbiased, real , and that is difficult to find today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Md.um11
    India5 years ago
  • Great way to catch up on weekly news

    I recommend Newslaundry to everyone to subscribe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suraj.kaul
    India6 years ago
  • One of the best podcast

    Great work team nl hafta, more power to you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    podcast-bilal
    India6 years ago
  • Extremely one-sided

    Too bad for people who portray themselves as independent media. It is quite good if you want singular perspective but then again that is not journalism but another propaganda machine in the guise of independent media.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    anon_768
    India6 years ago
  • Although I am a subscriber and like their work, can't really like the Hafta format which sounds more like chit chat rather than serious reporting.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    Vijay Modi
    6 years ago

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Gives a platform for diverse voices in Indian political discourse.
Balanced, in-depth analysis with honest discussions among panelists.
Shows strong coverage on media accountability and democracy.
Occasional criticism about perceived bias; still grounded in data and sources.

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Chota Hafta 577
Q: Did you watch the live streams of the conference?
Yes, I watched about 27-28 hours of sessions streamed on YouTube.
Chota Hafta 577
Q: How was the conference? Did you have a good time? Was there too much, too little?
It had a much more mixed audience and a chaotic vibe, which created interesting dynamics compared to previous summits.
Hafta 575: The Naravane book row, WaPo layoffs, and TM Krishna on ‘making democracy a culture’
Q: What are your thoughts on the political implications of the Washington Post layoffs?
The layoffs indicate a prioritization of local over foreign news and reflect broader issues in the media industry.
Chota Hafta 571
Q: Is there any concern at all within the US political establishment, especially the Republicans?
Some initial polling shows a minority of Americans approve of the mission to take Maduro, and a larger majority do not want open-ended engagement in Venezuela.
Hafta 564: Killing of Madvi Hidma and aftermath of Red Fort blast
Q: Did it feel like freeing to write fiction after being in journalism?
It took some time to shed the rigor of journalism but ultimately, fiction allowed for freedoms that journalism did not.

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What is NL Hafta about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly wrap focused on Indian current affairs and media criticism, featuring a rotating panel of experienced journalists and commentators. Episodes commonly cover politics, governance, censorship, and media accountability, often weaving in analysis of protests, policy, and digital platforms. Notable strengths include a candid, debate-driven format with guests from major media outlets and a track record of deep dives into institutional dynamics, press freedom, and the business side of content moderation. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want critical, context-rich discussions with multiple expert viewpoints and regular guest insights from national media and politics. It may be especially valuable for those pursuing media tran... more

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