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Ep. 00: Introduction
How does one separate news from opinion Mahrukh Inayet, journalist and news editor cuts the clutter and analyses stories that matter to you. She loves facts and likes to stick to them. Join Mahrukh on her podcast where she gives you a pure analysis...
Ep. 01: Is Balakot A Game Changer?
6 min 4 sec
This week, journalist and news editor Mahrukh Inayet breaks down the biggest election stories for you things the Lok Sabha election of 2019 will be remembered for. What was wrong with PM Narendra Modis appeal to firsttime voters to dedicate their...
Ep. 02: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's Entry Into Politics
4 min 46 sec
This week, journalist and news editor Mahrukh Inayet breaks down the biggest election stories for you things the Lok Sabha election of 2019 will be remembered for. Whats the importance of Priyanka Gandhi Vadras entry into politics Whats working...
Ep. 03: The Chowkidar Campaign: How effective is it?
5 min 22 sec
This week, journalist and news editor Mahrukh Inayet breaks down the biggest election stories for you things the Lok Sabha election of 2019 will be remembered for. How did the Chowkidar campaign come into being Has the PMs strategy of using it...
Ep. 04: Why Rahul Gandhi Stepping Down is the Right Decision
6 min 35 sec
On the first post election results episode of The Note, Mahrukh Inayet talks about why the Congress party failed miserably in the polls. Was Rahul Gandhi ever a viable alternative to Modi What are the gaps between the Congress, its political...
Ep. 05: Shikara - The path to reconciliation?
14 min 53 sec
Mahrukh speaks to a renowned journalist, author of several highly acclaimed books and a writer for a soon to release film, Shikara the untold story of Kashmiri Pandits, Rahul Pandita.In this episode, Rahul discusses Why did he write Shikara
Ep. 06: J&K: The Road Ahead - Clarity Or Confusion?
22 min 34 sec
6 months after the abrogation of Article 370 and with its key political leadership detained, what is the road ahead for Jammu KashmirIn this episode, Mahrukh speaks to the journalist who has his ear to the ground, Ahmed Ali
Ep. 07: Five Big Lessons From The Delhi Election Campaign
6 min 56 sec
In this episode, Mahrukh talks about the lessons learned before the Delhi election results and the conclusions one can draw from it.Why are the issues like housing, congestion, rape, pollution not discussed in primeti
Ep. 08: A Strong Voice From A Broken Valley
18 min 12 sec
At a time where three former Chief Ministers of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir have been charged under the public safety act, theres
Ep. 09: Kejriwal: Running With The Hare & Hunting With The Hounds
12 min 46 sec
In this episode, Mahrukh talks to senior journalist, Javed Ansari about the man who positions himself at the right of centre and attempts to portray himself as the messiah of the downtrodden, Arvind Kejriwal.
Ep. 10: We Are Connected
9 min 27 sec
On this special episode, Mahrukh is joined by popular Kashmiri RJ Nasir Ali Khan to talk about the restoration of the internet in Jammu Kashmir.
Ep. 11: Delhi Riots & The Aftermath
22 min 59 sec
This week, Mahrukh is joined by Independent Journalist, Anubha Bhosle who gives her unbiased and scary account of what happened in North East Delhi.
Ep. 12: Their Long Walk Home
7 min 7 sec
In this episode, Mahrukh Inayet talks about the ugly truth that this pandemic has exposed the discrimination in the Govts approach towards dealing with migrant workers versus the countrys affluent.
Ep. 13: Saving Srinagar
14 min 28 sec
On The Note with Mahrukh Inayet, Mayor of Srinagar city Junaid Mattu talks about how Srinagar was the first city to implement social distancing and how it helped.
Ep. 14: Unlocking Sports with Sports Historian Boria Majumdar
21 min 44 sec
On TheNote Mahrukh Inayet has started a special series Titled Unlocking India 1.0. In this episode she speaks to Sports Historian Boria Majumdar on the future of cricket, hockey and Indias Olympics chances.
Ep. 15: Covid and The Future of Hindi Films with Komal Nahta
19 min 42 sec
Mahrukh Inayet speaks to respected Film Trade Analyst and TV show host on the future of the Hindi film industry. Komal Nahta says that the industry foresees major challenges but adds that it will be temporary.
Ep. 16: What Ails the Congress feat. Sanjay Jha
21 min 51 sec
Mahrukh Inayet speaks to former National Spokesperson of the Congress Party, Sanjay Jha who was recently removed from the position after he wrote a series of articles critical of the inner workings of the grand old party.
Ep. 17: National Conference on the Controversial Domicile Law with Devender Rana
24 min 55 sec
On The Note, Mahrukh Inayet speaks with National Conference leader Devender S Rana on the controversial Domicile Law that has been passed in JK. Rana argues how there was no need for such a law since it reduces the chances of employment for the local
Ep. 18: What Sushant's Death Has Changed About News
7 min 40 sec
TV News seems to have done several somersaults in its investigation into actor Sushant Singh Rajputs death.
Ep. 19: Why & How We Failed The Hathras Gangrape Victim
5 min 6 sec
A 20year old Dalit woman was gangraped by four upper caste men in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. So heinous was the crime that the victims legs and arms were paralysed, her tongue cut and she was nearly strangulated.
Ep. 20: Has Sushant's Death Changed Bollywood Forever? feat. Kaveree Bamzai
34 min 38 sec
Its been close to one hundred and fifty days since Sushant Singh Rajput died but it seems to have changed a lot for the Hindi film industry. On TheNote mahrukhinayet speaks with independent journalist kavereeb
Ep. 21: 26/11: That Horrific Night Which Shook The Entire Country
13 min 24 sec
Its been 12 years to 26/11. Mahrukh Inayet recounts what happened on the night of the terror attack and thereafter. The lessons learnt. Listen on this special episode of TheNote
Ep. 22: Love Jihad - Now a Law Against Love
6 min 14 sec
At a time when we should be legislating on better healthcare, we are intent on attacking love. In this episode of TheNote, MahrukhInayet talks about how the LoveJihad Law hurts the idea of India.
Ep. 23: From Government To Kangana - Farmer Protests Have Lessons for All
6 min 58 sec
Why did Diljit Dosanjh refuse to let Kangana Ranaut get away with her fake tweetAs the images of protesting farmers being tear gassed and water cannoned flash on our screens, MahrukhInayet dissects the lessons to be learnt from these protests on this
Ep. 24: Petrol Price Hike: Government Killing Us with High Taxes?
4 min 58 sec
Petrol and diesel prices are at an all time high. BJP MP says its wrong. Instead of Rs 90/litre it should be less than half. Why is it then that the Government is still increasing fuel prices On this episode of TheNote, MahrukhInayet tells you why the
Ep. 25: The Other Mehta on the Biggest 'Scam' of 2020
36 min 43 sec
As TheNote completes a quarter of a century, Mahrukh Inayet chats with the award winning filmmaker Hansal Mehta on his webseries Scam 1992: The Story of Harshad Mehta which is a runaway success and being touted as the best Indian
Ep. 26: Who Won in Jammu & Kashmir? Ft. Amitabh Mattoo
22 min 3 sec
2020 ended with historic elections in Jammu Kashmir. Was it a celebration of democracy After all we saw hefty polling across. Was it a thumbs up to the Centres move to abrogate Article 370 BJP claims it is. Is it a win for the Gupkar alliance
Ep. 27: How I Faked Identity to get a Benazir Interview
10 min 21 sec
On the 13th anniversary of Benazir Bhuttos assassination Mahrukh Inayet remembers the former Pakistan Prime Minister and how she managed to interview her. A special one on TheNote.
Ep. 28: Owaisi: Disruptor or Kingmaker?
30 min 20 sec
AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi has tasted success in Bihar and has started making inroads into West Bengal. His brand of politics makes the BJP uneasy but hurts secular parties even more.
Ep. 29: Farmer Protests: Watershed Moment for Indian Democracy? ft. Gul Panag
36 min 10 sec
Gul Panag has stood by the thousands of farmers protesting against the three farm laws recently passed by the Centre. Calling these protests a watershed moment for Indian democracy,
Ep. 30: Have we Seen the Last of Trump? ft. Sadanand Dhume
27 min 3 sec
As the new POTUS Joe Biden is sworn in, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to Wall Street Journal columnist Sadanand Dhume on whether we have seen the last of Trump and what does a Biden presidency mean for India
Ep. 31: Shiv Sena's New Brand of Politics? ft. Priyanka Chaturvedi
29 min 10 sec
Once allies and friends, the Shiv Sena now seems to be a key opponent of the BJP. On this episode of TheNote, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi, MP Rajya Sabha on Senas New Brand of Politics,
Ep. 32: Democracy or Democrazy? Taking stock with Vir Sanghvi
23 min 33 sec
The Narendra Modi Government is close to completing two years of its second term in power.Where do things standIs India more polarised than before
Ep. 33: Running a Newsroom in the Era of Fake News ft. Dhanya Rajendran
23 min 57 sec
What is independent mediaHow does a news organisation fight fake newsWhat is India consuming when it comes to news
Ep. 34: May 2nd - D-DAY for Rahul Gandhi
9 min 40 sec
With five states going to the polls, Rahul Gandhi faces his biggest test. Growing dissent within the Congress with senior leadership questioning his decisionmaking, Rahul is desperate for a win at the hustings. On this episode of TheNote,
Ep. 35: Advantage Mamata in West Bengal
7 min 3 sec
As five states go to the polls, it is West Bengal that will be the one keenly watched. The BJP has been working tirelessly to build its base. On this episode of TheNote Mahrukh Inayet contends that it is advantage Mamata Banerjee and for the two
Ep. 36: It's World War 3: Top Mumbai Doctor on 2nd COVID Wave ft. Dr. Bipin Doshi
28 min 12 sec
In this episode of The Note, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to top Mumbai physician Dr. Bipin Doshi
Ep. 37: India is Gasping for Breath
10 min 41 sec
Distressing calls from hospitals saying they are running out of oxygen. Patients sharing videos that they cant breathe.
Ep. 38: COVID ANXIETY: ARE WE ALL SUFFERING FROM IT? feat. Sonali Gupta
40 min 10 sec
Survivor guilt Covid anxiety Doomscrolling all the time On this episode of The Note, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to one of Indias leading clinical psychologist, Sonali Gupta
Ep. 39: HOW IS INDIA BEING VIEWED BY THE WORLD? feat. Amitabh Mattoo
24 min 1 sec
At the heart of the international medias reporting on Indias COVID19 crisis has been a scathing indictment of the leadership of PM Narendra Modi.
Ep. 40: WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MUSLIM IN INDIA feat. Ghazala Wahab
42 min 7 sec
In this episode of TheNote, mahrukhinayet speaks to Ghazala Wahab author of the bestseller Born A Muslim. From the problems that beset the Indian Muslim to the evolution of Islam in India
Ep. 41: Bollywood Hit By COVID 2nd Wave feat. Komal Nahta
31 min 6 sec
In this episode of The Note, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to Bollywood insider Trade analyst Komal Nahta
Ep. 42: "Hard to See People Gasping for Breathe" feat. Tehseen Poonawalla
17 min 32 sec
During the debilitating 2nd wave of COVID19, the one silver lining has the humanitarian effort by individuals helping out others in distress.
Ep. 43: Devastating Impact of Covid's 2nd Wave on India feat. Dr. Vincent Rajkumar
21 min 25 sec
The 2nd wave of Covid19 in India has had a devastating impact on life, our health infrastructure and the economy
Ep. 44: What about our COVID Orphans? feat. Prabhat Kumar
16 min 9 sec
As India continues to feel the impact of the COVID19 pandemic, one of the most heartwrenching stories is that of young children orphaned by it
Ep. 45: Will Twitter Be Banned in India?
8 min 57 sec
Why is Twitter defying the Indian state Is this an ideological fight
Ep. 46: Kabir Bedi: No Holds Barred
28 min 34 sec
In this episode of TheNote, Kabir Bedi talks about his memoir, his relationships and his phenomenal success as an actor abroad
Ep. 47: What's ailing the Congress? feat. Rasheed Kidwai
22 min 42 sec
Is Congress a worthy opponent to Modis BJPWill it be a relevant political force in 2024Why is it losing its young brigadeAnd is Rahul Gandhi the best choice to lead the grand old party
Ep. 48: Modi's Cabinet Rejig: Target 2024
9 min 40 sec
In this episode of The Note, mahrukhinayet deciphers the reasons why the ModiShah made these dramatic changes to the PMs council of ministers
Ep. 49: YOGI'S 2-CHILD BILL: SOLUTION OR PROBLEM?
10 min 31 sec
Ahead of state elections next year, Uttar Pradesh CM, Yogi Adityanaths government has proposed a population control bill
Ep. 50: RIGHT TO HEALTH AS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT?
6 min 4 sec
At a time when the government refuses to acknowledge the real numbers of how many died from COVID19.
Ep. 51: UNDERSTANDING THE PARSIS with Coomi Kapoor
24 min 36 sec
Mahrukh Inayet speaks to senior political journalist and author Coomi Kapoor on her latest book which is An Intimate History of the Parsis in India
Ep. 52: THE KHAN TROIKA & INDIA feat. Kaveree Bamzai
33 min 54 sec
In this episode of The Note, Mahrukh Inayet speaks to senior journalist author Kaveree Bamzai
Chetan Bhagat on Twitter Trolls, His New Book and the Current Political Scenario
35 min 10 sec
On the final episode of The Note with Mahrukh Inayet, Chetan Bhagat talks about being trolled on social media, about his varied opinions about the current political scenario, and provides a quick insight into his latest release 400 Days.