Episodes
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
IIT Placements Fall: Time to Rethink Your Degree? | Job Crisis | Vantage with Palki Sharma
IITs are currently experiencing a decline in job placements for their students.
Recent reports reveal that 36 percent of students at IIT Bombay are struggling to secure a job.
Out of around 2,000 students who registered for placements, 700 are yet to secure a job.
This is despite the fact that IIT Bombay is the top engineering college in India, and among the best worldwide.
Job opportunities for MBA graduates have also plummeted by 55 percent in January this year (2024).
Data indicates that graduate unemployment has surged to nearly 30 percent.
Does this mean these degrees are not worth it?
And what steps can students take to increase their chances of employability?
On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
India's PM Modi Aims to Globalise the Rupee: All You Need to Know | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked the country's Reserve Bank to ensure the rupee's global growth.
Currently, there are very few global currencies, with the US dollar being the most dominant among them.
Countries in the Global South, and those hit by Western sanctions often look for alternatives while conducting trade.
New Delhi has trading ties with sanction-hit countries like Russia and Iran, which cannot trade using the US dollar.
Moreover, de-dollarisation could also help countries dealing with a crunch for foreign exchange reserves.
Amid this, India's bid to globalise the rupee comes with several challenges.
As the world's 5th largest economy, how hard will it be for India's rupee to emerge as a global currency?
Palki Sharma tells you on Vantage.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Katchatheevu Island Row: PM Modi Slams Congress Over 1974 Decision | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi has slammed the Indian National Congress for "giving away" the Katchatheevu Island to Sri Lanka.
The Island, which was claimed by India and Sri Lanka, was given to Colombo by the Indira Gandhi-led government in 1974.
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has also criticised the then-government for this decision.
But what is the story of Katchatheevu, and why had New Delhi decided to withdraw its claim over the Island back then?
As India heads for polls in 20 days, what has brought this issue to tthe forefront?
Palki Sharma tells you on Vantage.
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Wednesday Apr 24, 2024
Moscow Attack: Islamic State Claims Credit, Putin Blames Ukraine | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Moscow suffered one of its deadliest terror attacks in the Russian history on Friday (March 22, 2024).
Terrorists raided a concert hall outside Moscow and opened gunfire, resulting in the deaths of at least 137 individuals.
Russian authorities have detained 11 individuals, including the four main assailants.
The Islamic State Khorasan province (ISKP) has claimed responsibility for the attack.
But Russian President Vladimir Putin is blaming Ukraine.
Over the weekend, ISIS-K released a bodycam footage showcasing the assault in the concert hall.
On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story.
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Fall of Sam Bankman-Fried Fails to Dent Crypto Bull Run | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Sam Bankman-Fried, once a luminary in the cryptocurrency world and co-founder of the now-defunct FTX exchange, has been handed a 25-year prison sentence for a massive fraud that led to the platform's bankruptcy.
This verdict marks a significant fall from grace for the former billionaire, who was celebrated as a crypto visionary before FTX's spectacular implosion in 2022.
Bankman-Fried was found guilty of embezzling billions from customers and investors.
But his fall had no impact on the bull run in the crypto market.
Indian investors are rushing to invest billions in this space.
Palki Sharma tells you more.
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Tuesday Apr 23, 2024
Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine's FM Dmytro Kuleba Visits India | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has arrived on a two-day visit to India.
He will be meeting India's Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar and will be also holding talks with New Delhi's Deputy National Security Advisor.
Kuleba's visit aims to bolster bilateral ties and seek support for Ukraine's reconstruction efforts amidst the war.
His primary objective will be to secure India's backing for an upcoming peace summit being organised by Switzerland.
India is a strategic partner of Russia and a leader of the Global South who can mobilise opinions among the developing nations.
Can Kuleba's visit to India mend the longstanding strains between Kyiv and New Delhi?
On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
India Condemns US, Germany For Remarks on Kejriwal's Arrest | Vantage with Palki Sharma
India has strongly objected to remarks from the US and Germany on the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
A spokesperson from the US State Department called for a "fair, transparent and timely legal process" in the matter.
Germany echoed the same message when questioned on Kejriwal's arrest.
In response, India rejected remarks by the US and Germany, calling it an "interference in India's judicial process."
Following this, India also summoned a top US Diplomat and Germany's Deputy Chief of Mission.
The controversy was triggered by the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) arrest of Delhi CM Kejriwal in an alleged liquor policy scandal.
So, why is the international community meddling in India's internal affairs when they themselves confront numerous challenges domestically?
On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
US Government Sues Apple, Tech Giant loses over $100 billion | Vantage with Palki Sharma
The US government has sued Apple for monopolising the tech industry through its smartphone.
Apple has lost a $100 billion in market valuation since this lawsuit was filed on March 21, 2024.
While this lose is bearable for the trillion-dollar tech giant, the company is under intense scrutiny from governments around the world.
From the European Union to India - governments are cracking down on the "Apple ecosystem".
Palki Sharma tells you why Washington's lawsuit against Apple is significant, and how it can reshape the tech giant.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Explosions at Gwadar Port Expose a Vulnerable Pakistan Army | Vantage with Palki Sharma
Eight militants targeted Pakistan's Gwadar port this week.
The Baloch insurgents, armed with automatic assault weapons, stormed a complex.
From Afghanistan to Balochistan, Pakistan's military has been fighting on multiple fronts.
The repeated attacks on the Pakistani soldiers have raised doubts over the effectiveness of the Pakistani military's ability to protect high-profile projects like the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Palki Sharma brings you the full story on Vantage.
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Friday Apr 12, 2024
Saudi Arabia's $40 Billion Bet on Artificial Intelligence | Vantage with Palki Sharma
In a big move, Saudi Arabia is reportedly planning to invest $40 billion in artificial intelligence.
The country's Public Investment Fund (PIF) is in talks with a US venture capital firm and other financiers.
Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman's plan is to turn the kingdom into an AI hub.
Will the oil-rich nation succeed in diversifying its economy?
On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma brings you the full story.
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