The Hindenberg Research on August 10th hinted at an explosive claim that could shake India. Soon after the Investment research organisation made certain claims questioning the credibility of SEBI Chief Madhabi Puri Buch. In this episode of Mid-day Explains, we dive deep into the Hindenburg vs. SEBI Chief controversy that has sent shockwaves through India`s financial markets. We break down the origins of the dispute, explore the allegations made by Hindenburg Research against prominent Indian companies, and discuss the response from the SEBI Chief. We also analyze how this controversy has impacted the Indian stock market, including the ripple effects on investor sentiment, stock prices, and market regulations with Investment Expert Kavitha Menon

IAF’s Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been announced as the prime astronaut for the Indo-US space mission. He will be only the second Indian after Rakesh Sharma to be part of a space mission. Mission paved its way after PM Modi, Joe Biden signed a joint statement in June 2023, envisioning a joint ISRO-NASA effort to the ISS. A National Mission Assignment Board has recommended two `Gaganyatris` as the prime, backup Mission Pilots for this mission. These include Group Capt. Shubhanshu Shukla (Prime), Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair (Backup). The recommended `Gaganyatris` will commence their training for the mission in the first week of August, informed ISRO. Notably, PM Modi bestowed astronaut wings upon Shubhanshu Shukla after his name was revealed for the Gaganyaan Mission on Feb 27, 2024. The Gaganyaan Mission is India’s first human space flight program, for which extensive preparations are underway at various ISRO centers. Apart from Wing Commander Shubhanshu, Group Capt Prashanth Nair, Ajit Krishnan, Angad Pratap Shukla will also join mission.