27 May - Today Update - Global Shifts, Punjab Elections, and Aussie Market Shocks - Gautam Kapil

Why China Built Its Own Space Station: The Tiangong Story - The Deep Talk

For decades, human presence in low Earth orbit was defined by an unprecedented act of global harmony: the International Space Station (ISS). High above our fractured borders, astronauts and cosmonauts shared meals, conducted experiments, and proved that humanity could transcend terrestrial rivalries. Yet, if you look up at the night sky today, you are tracking more than just a single outpost. You are witnessing a divided sky, home to a permanently occupied, state-of-the-art alternative. The presence of the Chinese Space Station, known as Tiangong ("Heavenly Palace"), tells a story of profound isolation turned into rapid, sovereign triumph. To understand why China built its own space station, one must look past the shining solar arrays and dive into a complex web of international legislation, security anxieties, and an unyielding desire for self-reliance. As the ISS nears the twilight of its operational lifespan, the story of Tiangong offers a vital glimpse into the future of human exploration—one where the spirit of international collaboration is increasingly met by the reality of independent cosmic outposts.

The Searing Truth of Movie Satluj - Pritam Singh Rupal & Gautam Kapil

Can a single lamp halt the advance of absolute darkness? In this deeply moving episode of Des Punjab Ki Gal Kiche on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, hosts Pritam Singh Rupal and Gautam Kapil dissect the cinematic masterpiece Satluj and the intense political controversies surrounding its sudden censorship and ban in 2026. Chronicling the real-life investigation of Shaheed Jaswant Singh Khalra, who uncovered municipal records proving the secret, illegal cremation of over 25,000 citizens by state authorities during Punjab's counter-insurgency era, this episode goes beyond the headlines. The hosts break down the harsh realities of the 1980s and 1990s, the tragic loss of innocent lives across community lines, and the fear that grips the political establishment when cinema demands systemic accountability. Furthermore, they draw striking parallels to the controlled journalism landscape of 1995, detailing how mainstream national media echoed state narratives while the local Punjabi press operated under an atmosphere of suffocating terror. Tune in for an honest, humanized, and unfiltered exploration of a history that refuses to remain buried.

1 July - Today Updates - Global Tensions Erupt and Tech Frontiers Shifting Fast - Gautam Kapil

Tune into today's episode of Today Updates with your host Gautam Kapil on Radio Haanji 1674 AM. We bring you a comprehensive breakdown of major global and local shifts impacting our community. Today we unpack the rising geopolitical friction between the US and Iran over recent maritime port strikes, China's massive milestone in aerospace engineering with its first successful reusable rocket landing, and the UK Labour Party's shifting diplomatic stances. Closer to home, we analyze the federal scrutiny surrounding Telstra's emergency line outage and the major flight path revisions offering noise relief to thousands of residents across Brisbane. Stay connected with authentic journalism designed for the Indian and Punjabi diaspora in Australia.

10 July - Indian Updates - ਪੰਜਾਬ ਕਾਂਗਰਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਾਈਕਮਾਨ ਦੀ ਸਖ਼ਤੀ - Pritam Singh Rupal & Ranjodh Singh

ਰੇਡੀਓ ਹਾਂਜੀ 1674 AM ਦੇ ਵਿਸ਼ੇਸ਼ ਪੋਡਕਾਸਟ ਇੰਡੀਅਨ ਅਪਡੇਟਸ ਦੇ ਅੱਜ ਦੇ ਐਪੀਸੋਡ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਸਟ ਪ੍ਰੀਤਮ ਸਿੰਘ ਰੂਪਾਲ ਅਤੇ ਰਣਜੋਧ ਸਿੰਘ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਲਈ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਆਏ ਹਨ ਭਾਰਤੀ ਰਾਜਨੀਤੀ ਅਤੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੀਆਂ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਡੀਆਂ ਖ਼ਬਰਾਂ। ਅੱਜ ਦੇ ਸ਼ੋਅ ਵਿੱਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਚਰਚਾ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਕਾਂਗਰਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਹਾਈਕਮਾਨ ਦੀ ਸਖ਼ਤੀ ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਚੰਨੀ ਧੜੇ ਦੇ ਨਰਮ ਹੋਣ ਦੇ ਸਿਆਸੀ ਮਾਇਨੇ, ਖਾਲੜਾ ਕੇਸ ਉੱਪਰ ਆਮ ਆਦਮੀ ਪਾਰਟੀ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਦਿੱਤਾ ਗਿਆ ਅਹਿਮ ਸਪੱਸ਼ਟੀਕਰਨ ਅਤੇ ਓ.ਟੀ.ਟੀ. ਪਲੇਟਫਾਰਮ 'ਤੇ ਰਿਲੀਜ਼ ਹੋਈ ਫਿਲਮ 'ਸਤਲੁਜ' ਨੂੰ ਲੈ ਕੇ ਹਾਈ ਕੋਰਟ ਤੱਕ ਪਹੁੰਚੇ ਵਿਵਾਦ ਦੀ ਪੂਰੀ ਕਹਾਣੀ। ਇਸ ਤੋਂ ਇਲਾਵਾ ਰਾਮ ਮੰਦਰ ਟ੍ਰਸਟ ਦੇ ਨਵੇਂ ਫੈਸਲਿਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਪੱਛਮੀ ਬੰਗਾਲ ਵਿੱਚ ਟੀ.ਐਮ.ਸੀ. ਆਗੂਆਂ ਦੇ ਬੀ.ਜੇ.ਪੀ. ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਣ ਦੀ ਖ਼ਬਰ 'ਤੇ ਵਿਸਤ੍ਰਿਤ ਵਿਸ਼ਲੇਸ਼ਣ ਸੁਣੋ। ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆ ਵਿੱਚ ਬੈਠੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਲਈ ਭਾਰਤ ਦੀ ਪਲ-ਪਲ ਦੀ ਖ਼ਬਰ ਰੱਖਣ ਵਾਲਾ ਇਹ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਭਰੋਸੇਮੰਦ ਪੋਡਕਾਸਟ ਹੈ।

10 July - Today Updates - Geopolitical Shifts and Telecom Crises - Gautam Kapil

In this gripping episode of Today Updates on Radio Haanji 1674 AM, host Gautam Kapil brings you an extensive analytical breakdown of major international developments and regional updates directly impacting the global Punjabi diaspora. The episode covers the heartbreaking industrial accident in Southeast China, where a massive footwear factory fire in Jinjiang claimed 28 lives and prompted an unprecedented emergency response. Gautam also unravels the rapidly escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran, detailing the air strikes on military infrastructure and the strategic implications of the Hormuz Strait trade blockades on global fuel pricing. Turning to domestic affairs, the show explores the breakthrough bilateral relations between Australia and India, specifically highlighting the landmark uranium supply agreement and its long-term benefits for India's clean energy goals. Additionally, get the latest inside scoops on Australian local governance updates and the major Telstra network outage that brought businesses across Victoria to a temporary standstill. Tune in to Australia's premier Indian radio station for unbiased journalism, thorough analysis, and stories that truly matter to the Indian community in Australia.