Moneycontrol Podcast

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, India brings in a central framework for online gaming, drawing a clear line between permissible and money games. Slice is in talks to raise up to $100 million as it scales its banking play, while Amazon commits Rs 2,800 crore to expand its quick commerce network. Regulators assess risks from Anthropic’s Mythos AI model, and Infosys reports a strong Q4 but flags a cautious outlook ahead.

India’s economy is beginning to show visible strain as the prolonged West Asia conflict pushes the Eco Pulse index into contraction territory - layoffs are slowing housing demand and rising input costs are forcing brands to rethink pricing strategies. However, India remains central to global tech manufacturing strategies, with Asus doubling down on local production as part of broader supply chain diversification. Also inside: Zerodha’s rethink about its Zero1 content venture, the dip in IT sector sentiment following disappointing earnings and Fairfax’s advanced talks to pick up a significant stake in IIFL Capital. Tune in for all this and more.

In today’s Tech3 episode, we break down Zerodha shutting its creator network amid regulatory pressure, continued weakness in IT growth despite strong deal pipelines, and how the West Asia conflict is driving up costs for food startups. We also track the rollout of India’s Online Gaming Authority and decode what Tamil Nadu’s election manifestos mean for jobs and startups

India is in the middle of one of the largest energy transitions in human history. Who shapes it, and how, will have consequences that stretch well beyond the country. On this episode of Unusual Suspects, host Gaurav Choudhury speaks with Shruti Deorah, Founding Executive Director of the India Energy and Climate Center at UC Berkeley, to understand how philanthropy can play a role in getting that transition right.Shruti's path to this work is anything but accidental. An electrical engineer from IIT Bombay, she has spent her career moving between institutions—the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission, the Observer Research Foundation, the Clinton Climate Initiative, each step a deliberate choice to build public goods. In 2021, she and her husband formalized a personal philanthropy practice focused on education, climate, and gender equity. In this episode, Shruti traces that journey and makes the case that what the diaspora has to offer goes well beyond funding—into expertise, institutional access, and the w

SEBI is close to approving NSE’s settlement in long-running co-location and dark fibre cases, the Iran conflict is pushing India to revisit alternative fuel strategies like ethanol blending, concerns around the Strait of Hormuz remain contained for now. On the policy front, the proposed India-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty faces delays over tax-related disagreements. Also find inside our detailed coverage on Apple - Tim Cook’s fifteen year legacy, how India became a core manufacturing hub under his leadership and why Apple remains a top bet for investors, particularly Indian mutual funds. All this in today’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we track Apple’s leadership transition as John Ternus steps in as CEO. HCLTech reports a mixed Q4 with revenue and profit missing estimates amid weak demand. RuPay credit cards gain ground with UPI integration reshaping the payments landscape. And QNu Labs moves closer to real-world deployment of quantum communication networks for defence and enterprise use.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the TCS Nashik case as multiple FIRs trigger investigations and internal reviews. India’s data centre capacity surges, but gaps emerge for domestic cloud players. We also explain the rise of AI agents and what it means for enterprise software. And finally, Groww reports strong Q4 numbers with profit, user growth and new verticals driving momentum despite market volatility.

Investor sentiment improved as the Strait of Hormuz reopened for commercial shipping amid a fragile Israel–Lebanon ceasefire, easing concerns around oil supply disruptions. On the dealmaking front, KKR has revived plans to sell a controlling stake in Re Sustainability, while Brookfield India REIT has upsized its QIP to Rs 2,600 crore due to strong investor demand. Liberalised FDI norms are attracting global insurers again, the government is focusing on long-term resilience through a massive LPG pipeline project and franchise films are no longer drawing as many viewers to the theatre. All this and more in today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Popo Ventures’ potential Rs 1,350 crore stake sale amid rising investor interest in premium F&B. Fintechs brace for dual compliance as RBI and DPDP rules converge. Netflix sees strong growth in Asia-Pacific, driven by live content and evolving strategies. And quick medicine delivery startup Plazza is in talks to raise $15 million, signalling rising competition in the hyperlocal healthcare space.

Flipkart is gearing up for a major pre-IPO funding round, engaging global investors to establish a strong valuation benchmark ahead of its public listing plans. At the same time, a Blackstone-led consortium is exploring innovative funding routes by tapping wealthy Indian investors to support its high-profile acquisition of the Royal Challengers Bengaluru franchise. Consumer demand trends are also shifting with an early and intense summer boosting sales of seasonal goods, though uneven temperature patterns are leading to fluctuating demand. Meanwhile, in Uttar Pradesh, rising worker productivity has not translated into better wages, as increasing labour supply and cost-of-living pressures continue to fuel discontent and protests. All this and more inside.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Wipro reports mixed Q4 results with strong deal wins but cautious outlook. Flipkart explores a $2–2.5 billion pre-IPO round to set valuation benchmarks. Amazon’s $11 billion Globalstar deal signals a shift toward full-stack satcom control. Early summer drives a sharp spike in quick commerce demand. And TCS asks Nashik employees to work from home as the probe into workplace misconduct continues.

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: Bhagwati Products Ltd has begun preparations for an IPO, markets rallied on easing crude prices and hopes of renewed US-Iran talks, investor confidence may take hit after Noida workers protest but Centre’s new rules under labour codes are likely to bring uniformity in wages. The Iran war’s long-term impact could disrupt global LPG supply for 3–4 years, pushing India to explore alternative sources. Meanwhile, a cooler summer in North India has raised concerns for AC makers, though demand in southern markets remains strong. More inside. Tune in!

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, India’s retail trading boom shows signs of cooling as NSE sees a record drop in active investors. Vanguard picks Hyderabad over Bengaluru, signalling a shift in GCC location strategy. The TCS Nashik probe prompts industry-wide reviews of workplace safety systems. And Zolve expands beyond the US, pivoting to geographic diversification amid changing immigration trends and global uncertainty.

In this episode, presented by Moneycontrol in collaboration with GivingPi, host Gaurav Choudhury speaks to Anna and Raj about their grassroots, volunteer-led movement, aimed at solving for the hunger issue in the United States and mobilizing the Indian American community to respond. Since its inception in 2017, HungerMitao has enabled 80+ million meals through food banks across America. Why did the hunger issue in the US resonate with them, how did they map their journey from business to philanthropy, and what inspired their “give where you live” approach? Tune in to find out all this and more.

A workplace misconduct case at Tata Consultancy Services has drawn the Centre’s attention after alleged gaps in POSH Act compliance were flagged. In Noida, calm returned after Monday’s labour protests, with firms aligning to revised wage norms. Meanwhile, the Department of Telecommunications has stepped in to ensure diesel supply for mobile towers as the West Asia conflict disrupts energy availability. The ripple effects are also visible in Punjab’s industrial hubs, where rising costs and supply delays are squeezing production and jobs. Despite these pressures, former Finance Commission chairman N. K. Singh maintains that India remains a macroeconomic “fulcrum of stability”. Also inside: pushback against one hour delay proposed for UPI high value transactions, IMD’s warning for a dry monsoon and India’s luxury market appeal. Tune in!

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, a probe at Tata Consultancy Services’ Nashik unit raises questions on workplace systems, the Reserve Bank of India proposes a delay on UPI payments to curb fraud, Andhra Pradesh launches India’s first quantum testing ecosystem, and Noida’s electronics hub prepares to resume operations after worker unrest.

In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks: Tata Trusts gear up for key meetings ahead of a crucial board decision on N Chandrasekaran’s reappointment and Tata Sons’ listing. Meanwhile, global energy tensions intensify as a potential blockade of the Strait of Hormuz threatens crude supplies, forcing India to seek alternatives. At home, the government looks to shore up finances through higher fuel export duties, while markets turn volatile amid rising oil prices and policy shifts. Despite the uncertainty, retail inflation remains relatively contained, though risks loom from monsoon forecasts and geopolitical stress. Adding to the churn, worker protests in Noida highlight manufacturing sector tensions. Tune in for all this and much more.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, AI brands dominate IPL sponsorships as marketing shifts from visibility to utility. Rising fuel costs push EV adoption, especially in two- and three-wheelers. The government plans a centralised cyber intelligence system to tackle growing threats. And Myntra sees a leadership change with Sharon Pais set to take charge as Nandita Sinha exits the Flipkart group.

In this edition, some good news first: Indian stocks saw their best weekly gain in 5 years, softer crude prices lifted sentiments and inflows into equity and mutual funds strengthened despite market volatility. Moneycontrol’s inaugural Advance Business Index shows that economic activity in India eased from the preceding month but still continues at a healthy pace. Despite this, March data also shows that economic headwinds are making an impact. As UPI turns ten years old, our reporters take a look back at its decade long journey, next big opportunities and how AI is set to change the way we transact online. Meanwhile, a US directive restricting satellite imagery over West Asia has complicated matters for Indian spacetech startups, and NHRC has flagged an extramarital dating app that puts minors and women at risk. Also inside: after TCS’s shining performance, a look at whether it should be back in investor’s reckoning despite past stock underperformance. Tune in!

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, UPI completes a decade with massive scale and now targets 1 billion users and deeper credit adoption. Swiggy sees key leadership exits and board changes. Spacetech firms rethink strategy as geopolitical tensions and war-linked controls shape satellite data access. Meanwhile, TCS reports strong deal wins but declining revenue, highlighting a shift toward AI-led, outcome-based models in IT services.