he King was surprised to see even his courtiers discussing Hilsa fish rather than more important state matters. 
hi kɪŋ wɑz sɜ˞pɹaɪzd tu si ivɪn hɪz kɔɹtiɜ˞z dɪskʌsɪŋ  fɪʃ ɹæðɜ˞ ðæn mɔɹ ɪmpɔɹtʌnt steɪt mætɜ˞z. 
 Indian speaks in a very monotone tone with a clear and close-sounding delivery, suggesting a good recording quality.