🇮🇳 India Episodes

In today’s episode on 17th September 2025, we tell you why Amazon has entered quick commerce in India, at a time when competition in the space is fierce.

We bring you a crossover episode from the PCCI where we talk about the recent India Pakistan cricket drama and how that ties into the jingoistic republic we live in today.Please listen aapko mummy kasam

In today’s episode on 15th September 2025, we look at why India still mints the ₹1 coin at a loss, and how smarter minting could fix it.

In this eye-opening episode of the Paisa Vaisa podcast, host Anupam Gupta sits down with the legendary Roopa Kudva, former MD of Crisil and author of Leadership Beyond the Playbook. Roopa shares her extraordinary journey from growing up in Assam and Meghalaya with almost no exposure to the business world to becoming a veteran business leader and a formidable force in Indian finance. She provides a rare, honest look at what it was like to be a CEO during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis and how she navigated its challenges. This conversation is packed with invaluable insights for everyone, from young professionals considering the "100-hour work week" to seasoned founders seeking to build long-term value. Roopa also discusses her transition into impact investing and reveals the most common blind spots she sees in startups. From a small town to the boardroom: Roopa Kudva's journey to becoming a finance pioneer. The woman who built Crisil: How she led the company to grow its revenue and market cap by multiples. Surviving the GFC: Roopa reveals the crucial lessons she learned about trust and prudence during the 2008 financial crisis. From CEO to startup investor: Why she made the bold leap into tech and impact investing. Startup advice from a veteran: Roopa shares the biggest blind spots founders and investors need to watch for. Work-life integration, not balance: Her powerful take on building a career that gives you meaning. Inside the boardroom: The truth about what makes an effective board and independent director. Her leadership playbook: An introduction to her book and its practical guide to crafting your own career path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode on 16th September 2025, we ask: are stock buybacks really value creation or just short term applause?

In today’s episode on 13th September, we tell you about an Indian media company that’s been rising this week.

In today’s episode on 12th September 2025, we tell you why India wants to host the Commonwealth Games yet again, even though the numbers say that hosting it doesn’t really pay off.Apply for Ditto's Webinar - https://ditto.webinarninja.com/series-webinars/6913/register?in_tok=d1ea7662-d817-4d84-afab-3b480573349c

On this episode of Paisa Vaisa, host Anupam Gupta sits down with Pankaj Parwanda, the co-founder of goStops Hostels, to explore the booming youth travel industry in India. Pankaj shares the fascinating story of how a backpacking trip in Europe led to the creation of goStops, a company that has become a leader in the youth travel and hostel market. We dive into the unique asset-light business model, disruptive strategies, and the surprising insights that have positioned goStops as a ₹200 Cr. business. This conversation is a deep dive into entrepreneurship, the future of hospitality, and the mindset of the modern Indian traveler.   ✔Gen Z prefers hostels over hotels. ✔The business runs on a lean 0.4:1 manning ratio. ✔It offers hotel owners an impressive 8% ROI. ✔The company grew 25x during the pandemic. ✔Indian women are comfortable with mixed-gender dorms. ✔The brand operates with an asset-light model. ✔The business is built on a sharing economy concept. ✔They are targeting a ₹1,000 Cr. valuation.From decoding your personal finances to demystifying business models, Paisa Vaisa delivers candid, insightful, and jargon-free conversations. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, JioSaavn, Gaana & moreWatch full episodes right here on YouTube Explore more at ivmpodcasts.comConnect with Anupam Gupta: Twitter: @b50 Instagram: @b_50 LinkedIn: Anupam Gupta Follow IVM Podcasts We’re @ivmpodcasts on Facebook, Twitter & InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode on 3rd September, 2025, we tell you why central banks now hold more gold than US Treasuries and what that tells us about money and investing.Book a FREE call with Ditto - https://ditto.sh/vx51ji

OG Gang gathers to discuss new Modi Ji shenanigans and the RaGa H-Bomb. The state of democracy in India and why it is tough for centrist aligned people to truly understand how fast things have unraveled. Tune in.

In today’s episode on 2nd September 2025, we explain why oncology is turning into a major revenue driver for private hospitals while public cancer care initiatives are failing to keep up.

In today’s episode on 1st September 2025, we talk about how Mahindra became India’s biggest SUV company and also the 2nd biggest car maker.

Join Anupam Gupta on the Paisa Vaisa podcast as he sits down with Akhil Chaturvedi, Chief Business Officer at Motilal Oswal, to explore the monumental shifts in India's financial landscape. In this episode, they discuss the power of equity investing, the explosive growth of SIPs, and the future of India's $30 trillion economy by 2047. This is the ultimate guide to navigating the Indian stock market and achieving long-term wealth creation. Here's what you'll learn: The incredible growth of India's financial markets and the key trends driving this change. A reality check on investment return expectations, and why a 15% return is not guaranteed. The difference between Active vs. Passive investing and how to use both for a balanced portfolio. Tips for first-time investors on how to start their investment journey in the stock market. The evolution of advanced investment vehicles like PMS, AIF, and SIF. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode on 29th August, we tell you why the world’s third-largest pizza delivery company, Papa John’s, wants to take a second shot at India.

In today’s episode on 28th August 2025, we tell you about the silent, yet most important, change in the US Fed’s stance.

Welcome to Paisa Vaisa In this incredibly insightful episode, we sit down with a true titan of the Indian retail sector, BS Nagesh, the founding employee (not founder, as he humbly corrects) of the iconic Shoppers Stop. From being the first employee in 1991, even before the economic reforms came in, Mr. Nagesh takes us on a fascinating journey of how he helped shape how India shops. He shares the incredible story of launching the first Shoppers Stop in just 90 days before Diwali from a converted theater in Mumbai. Learn about the crucial early focus on experience with self-service and the challenges of convincing both customers and suppliers. Discover how the Indian consumer has evolved, the aspirations behind their choices, and the surprising lessons learned during the expansion across metro tier two three cities like Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Jaipur. Mr. Nagesh also delves into the impact of e-commerce, revealing that Shoppers Stop was one of the first ecom companies in India. He shares his perspective on the future of omni channel retail, the role of shopping malls, and the crucial metrics for evaluating retail companies, emphasizing cash flow and margin per square foot. Beyond his legendary role at Shoppers Stop after 34 years, Mr. Nagesh passionately discusses his current venture, TRAIN (Trust for Retailers and Retail Associates of India), and his mission to give back by empowering retail associates and persons with disabilities. This is a must-listen episode packed with invaluable business wisdom, personal anecdotes, and a deep understanding of the Indian market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode on 22nd August 2025, we tell you why S&P Global hadn’t upgraded India’s sovereign credit rating for 18 years, and why it has finally done so now.

In today’s episode on 21st August 2025, we tell you why China’s $11 trillion stock market has been an underperformer, what’s been done to fix it, and how it all compares to India.

In today’s episode on 19th August 2025, we tell you if Kodak is on the verge of shutting down and whether its unlikely bet on pharma could keep the shutters open.

In today’s episode on 18th August 2025, we look at why India’s best shot at breaking into the semiconductor big league might be in chip packaging and testing, not building billion-dollar fabs.