India-US trade tensions, an elephant kills 20, and Iran protests intensify

First, we talk to The Indian Express’ Diplomatic Affairs Editor Shubhajit Roy about the appointment of Sergio Gor as the new United States ambassador, and the impact his appointment can have on the relationship between the two countries and the stalled trade deal.

Next, we talk to The Indian Express’ Shubham Tigga about deadly killings in Jharkhand by an elephant that have once again brought the conflict between humans and wildlife into sharp focus. The elephant has allegedly been responsible for the death of 20 people in the West Singhbhum district. (11:48)

Lastly, we talk about the ongoing protests in Iran, their escalation and an announcement by US President Donald Trump. (24: 35)

Hosted by Niharika Nanda
Produced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika Nanda
Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar