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Nothing But The Truth

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A weekly podcast by The India Today Group Editorial Director (Publishing) Raj Chengappa that dissects and simplifies one important news story. While the availability of several narratives from different sources distorts the news in this plethora of news information, often leaving readers perplexed, this show aims to untangle the story by providing a factual analysis to the viewers.Download the lat... more

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Analysis of a pioneering India Today survey on the challenges women face from partners, families and society when they say no.

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How donations at the Ram Mandir were embezzled and what temple administrations can do to safeguards against such theft.

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Recent Guests

Anju Srivastava
Professor, Hindu College (Arts and Science rankings leader)
Hindu College
Episode: What Makes a Great College | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 142
Simrit Kaur
Professor, SRCC (Commerce college leader)
Sriram College of Commerce
Episode: What Makes a Great College | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 142
Rangan Banerjee
Director, IIT Delhi (Engineering leadership)
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi
Episode: What Makes a Great College | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 142
Nikhil Tandon
Director, AIIMS Delhi (Medical education leadership)
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Delhi
Episode: What Makes a Great College | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 142
Beatriz Villarroel
Researcher in astronomy; leads VASCO project and EXO probe
Nordic Institute for Theoretical Physics
Episode: The Secret UFO Files | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 140
Jayant Murthy
Astrophysicist; noted contributor to understanding cosmic phenomena
Institute (as introduced in episode)
Episode: The Secret UFO Files | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 140
Sajjid Chinoy
Managing Director and Chief Economist of India at JP Morgan
JP Morgan
Episode: Indian Economy: Brace for the Worst |Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 138
Pradeep Gupta
Chairman and Managing Director of Axis My India
Axis My India
Episode: Assembly Polls 2026: HISTORIC CONQUESTS | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 136
Srikanth Velamakanni
Chairman of Nasscom; co-founder of Fractal Analytics
Nasscom; Fractal Analytics
Episode: The Mythos Menace | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 135

Hosts

Raj Chengappa
Host of Nothing But The Truth
Ausaf Sayeed
Ambassador, former secretary in India's Ministry of External Affairs who oversaw West Asia policy

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Priorities

    Please get your priorities right. Devoting a whole podcast on ram mandir is waste of time and man hours of work. Religion must be practiced privately.

    When India is still a third country and lagging behind many especially China. We produce think tank studies, government reports and beard stroking orations while China accomplishes things. Why don’t you focus on our energy needs especially nuclear energy based on thorium not fast breeder reactors bases on uranium. Energy is center for any coun... more

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    5
    18mango18
    United States2 years ago
  • Mindfulness

    You should loosely or in way use the word ‘world war lll’ in any of your podcast. It is irresponsible and you instill fear mongering in citizens. We already seen 2 world wars and many regional wars for decades. You should always find the wisdom to promote culture of peace and vanquish wars and culture of war. Some of your pieces are informational and thought provoking.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    18mango18
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent summary

    A superb series by the eminent media man. The content, presentation and in particular his casual manner makes complicated issues seem simple.

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    5
    Bada-saab
    India4 years ago

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• Some listeners wish for broader topics beyond geopolitical focus and more actionable takeaways for business.
• The host is seen as a knowledgeable guide who connects macro trends to real-world implications.
• The show is praised for high-profile, credible guests who offer depth on geopolitics and policy.
• Negative feedback notes occasional dense analysis that may be challenging for casual listeners.
• Viewers value the host's concise, clear delivery and ability to make complex topics accessible.

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What Makes a Great College | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 142
Q: Every successful institution faces the risk of becoming comfortable with its achievements. How does Hindu College continue to innovate while preserving rigor and values?
They balance a strong learning space with ongoing curriculum development, labs, policy labs, and broad industry collaborations while maintaining a focus on ethics and character formation.
India-US Ties : The Rubio Reset | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 139
Q: What should be India's approach going forward with the US?
Take a cautious, step-by-step approach, keep eyes wide open, and ensure that India's core interests are protected while engaging Washington to gain tangible, long-term strategic benefits rather than hoping for one-sided concessions.
India-US Ties : The Rubio Reset | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 139
Q: Can the relationship be driven by bilateral gains rather than being tethered to China?
He argues that while China is a factor, the India–US relationship should pursue independent, bilateral progress with mutual gain, rather than letting Beijing's actions dictate the arena, and stresses monitoring US behavior over time to judge reliability.
India-US Ties : The Rubio Reset | Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 139
Q: What are the reasons behind the tough assessment of the Trump era in the India–US relationship?
Pankaj explains the sense of bitterness from a history of broken promises and misaligned policy signals, pointing to fuelled tensions and missteps that undermined trust and predictability, which Rubio's visit attempted to address but did not fully repair.
Indian Economy: Brace for the Worst |Nothing But The Truth S2 | Ep 138
Q: How do you interpret Prime Minister Modi's call for changing consumption habits in the context of an economic storm?
It's a precautionary signal tied to energy‑driven constraints; while the short term requires firefighting measures, the medium term demands reform and resilience, including policy diversification and hedging strategies.

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A fast-paced, analytically driven show that dissects major national and global stories through expert guests and data-driven insights. Episodes regularly tackle geopolitics, policy reform, and economic strategy, with recurring focus on India's role in technology, trade, and security. Notable strengths include a well-structured breakdown of complex issues, high-profile diplomat and policy analyst guests, and a willingness to connect macro trends to on-the-ground consequences for business and governance. Listeners looking for clear, informed perspectives on current events, risk, and opportunity in the Indian context are likely to find this program particularly relevant and timely.

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