The Signal Brief

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“I know it’s wrong, but I can’t afford originals.” Penguin Random House’s recent crackdown on pirated books has resurfaced a long-standing debate: who are we really punishing—the pirates, or readers who are just trying to learn? @gulbahaara unpacks the issue this week.

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“For many, it’s either bombs or hunger.” The livelihoods of millions of India’s blue-collar workers and their families hang in uncertainty as the war in the Gulf rages on. On The Signal brief, @gulbahaara finds out how it has impacted them and whether the Gulf dream is fading.

Weight-loss drugs are set to reach the mass market in India as Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide patent expires, paving the way for cheaper generics. But should you take them? Last August, @gulbahaara spoke to a doctor about who really needs them. Find out here: youtube.com/watch?v=ZoPYcN…

India’s concert economy is buzzing. Industry estimates peg the organised live events market at around Rs 20,000 crore. But the truth is, we lack the infrastructure to support this boom. @gulbahaara unpacks the story on The Signal Brief. Tune in now: youtube.com/watch?v=dqHymX….

India’s concert economy is booming. But are we ready to host? Over 34,000 live events took place last year alone. Coldplay’s Ahmedabad show alone drew more than 2 lakh fans. With 2026 set to go bigger, is India ready? Here's what @gulbahaara found out: youtu.be/dqHymX4Ido0

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On paper, they manage portfolios worth crores. In reality, the job goes far beyond money. Meet India’s young wealth managers—growing alongside the country’s ultra-wealthy class and working in the shadows of the fortunes they help build. Tune in now: youtube.com/watch?v=CEc1W0…

Spam calls are notoriously common in India. Even if you block them, they return from a different number. As per Truecaller, India saw over 4,000 crore spam calls in 2025 alone! Why don't they stop and what can you do about them? @gulbahaara finds out! youtube.com/watch?v=mPj8_-…

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“When antibiotics fail, small infections become serious, hospital stays become longer, and healthcare becomes more expensive.” India ranks among the highest in the world for antibiotic resistance. But how did we get here? @gulbahaara unpacks the issue on The Signal Brief.

Hair transplant is India’s fastest-growing cosmetic procedure. Look anywhere, and you’ll find ads promising thicker hair and quick transformations. But until this January, these clinics were operating without guardrails. What does this mean for consumers? youtube.com/watch?v=QeB9BT…

In India’s expanding gig economy, a new segment is taking shape: instant house help, making the vast pool of domestic workers available for service within minutes through apps. youtube.com/watch?v=H1ifEr… @gulbahaara spoke with workers, industry players, and consumers to get an inside view of this budding sector. Tune in to The Signal Brief to know more.

Tune in to the latest episode of The Signal Brief, where @gulbahaara gives you a peek inside a new segment of India’s growing gig economy—instant house help—and why it matters. youtube.com/watch?v=H1ifEr….

India’s 10-minute delivery ecosystem has lately been associated with exhaustion, stress, and penalties. But there’s a parallel story unfolding that paints a different picture: 10-minute house help. Domestic workers in India are largely unregulated—will these apps change that?

Is biohacking misleading consumers? Many Indians today are exploring biohacking to fix their health issues. However, its growing popularity is causing concerns in the medical fraternity. Why? Here's all you need to know. youtube.com/watch?v=72Llsd….

Curious to know more about biohacking? Does it really work, or is it yet another tech gamble? Tune in to the latest episode of The Signal Brief to find out: youtube.com/watch?v=72Llsd…

Can data fix your health issues or expand your lifespan? A growing number of Indians are turning to biohacking to take greater control of their health—something doctors remain skeptical about. This week, @gulbahaara explores how biohacking works and why it remains controversial.

India has a problem: we don’t move enough. A recent NSO survey shows that in 2024, only one in 10 Indians exercised on any given day. Could pickleball fix India's fitness crisis? youtube.com/watch?v=homJ8m… Fans say it’s perfect for India—low-intensity and family-friendly. So why hasn’t it taken off yet? @gulbahaara finds out!