Morning No. 1 Malishka

Board exams can be overwhelming for many students. Malishka connects with Sunil More, appointed by Mumbai University to assist students dealing with panic and anxiety during exams, to understand how many students are reaching out for help and how the helpline supports them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Board exams can be stressful not just for students but for parents too. Malishka connects with therapist Parveen Sheikh to understand how parents can support their children during exam season without adding pressure and help them stay calm and confident.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Residents of Pali Hill have introduced strict guidelines for redevelopment and construction in their area. Malishka connects with members of the Pali Hill Residents’ Association to understand why these rules were introduced and how they aim to control noise, pollution and construction impact in the neighbourhood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are 88 local trains really going to be suspended on the Harbour line? Malishka connects with WR CPRO Vineet Abhishek to clear the confusion around the reports. He explains that the suspension is only a proposal for now and warns listeners about the fake news being circulated.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new melody road on Mumbai’s Coastal Road plays music for commuters, but what does it sound like for people living nearby? Malishka connects with a resident to understand how the constant playing of Jai Ho is affecting their sleep and daily life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does Budget 2026 mean for your finances? Malishka sits down with financial planner Nisha Sanghavi to simplify the biggest budget announcements and discuss where people should invest and how they should plan their money better in the year ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When citizens raise concerns, Malishka asks the questions. In this episode, Malishka connects with Dimple Mehta to discuss the controversial bridge in the area that narrows and has sparked public debate. The Mayor shares what the plan is moving forward and how the issue could be addressed.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Malishka speaks with commodity market expert Saiyam Mehra to break down what’s really happening with gold, silver and copper prices. The conversation looks at the factors driving the current market, whether this is a good time to invest, and how global trends are shaping metal valuations.A key focus is on copper — should investors consider buying it now, or is a price drop likely? Saiyam offers clear, practical insights to help listeners understand the risks and opportunities before making any investment decisions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Malishka talks with multimedia journalist Jeet Mashru about the viral debate over the newly built Mira-Bhayandar flyover near Mumbai — where a section that was supposed to be four lanes suddenly narrows into just two, sparking widespread public concern and conversation online. Critics  have raised questions about safety, planning and traffic flow at the abrupt lane reduction, while the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has defended the design as intentional and part of phased planning rather than a flaw. The discussion explores the issues behind the visuals that went viral, the official response, and what this means for urban infrastructure accountabilitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Manali witnessing intense snowfall, Malishka connected with local resident Ayesha to understand the ground reality. Despite dangerous conditions, tourists continue to arrive, leading to hours-long traffic jams, cars skidding on snow, and people stranded without access to food or basic facilities.Ayesha made a heartfelt appeal requesting people to avoid travel for now and also shared that more heavy snowfall is being predicted over the coming days. This conversation highlights the urgent safety concerns and the real impact of extreme weather on both residents and visitors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.