# US to buy Russian diesel, gymkhana policy, and urban livelihood mission

An episode of [3 Things](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/podcast/1406730235), 15 Oct 2026, 22 min.

Audio: https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/75794512/3_things_2026_october_15_v1.mp3

First, we speak with The Indian Express' Sukalp Sharma about the United States' decision to buy diesel from Russia. This comes after the US repeatedly targeted India over its hefty purchases of Russian oil. He talks about why this is happening and what it means for India. Next, we speak with The Indian Express' Pratip Acharya about the gymkhana culture in Mumbai and the land they use. He discusses the state government’s plan to change its gymkhana policy and charge them market-rate rent for these spaces. (10:15) Lastly, we discuss the concerns raised by five states—Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Tripura, regarding the Centre’s flagship urban livelihood mission. (18:54) Hosted by Niharika Nanda Produced by Shashank Bhargava and Niharika Nanda Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar

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