Moneycontrol Podcast

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw tells us why semiconductors could be India’s steel of the 21st century and shares updates on GPUs, AI, and online gaming act. We also track the billion-order race in quick commerce this Diwali, as platforms scale up beyond groceries. Plus, the Supreme Court takes charge of petitions challenging the Online Gaming Act, and PayU readies a $300 million fundraise ahead of its planned IPO.

Markets are bracing for a positive start as hopes of a thaw in US-India relations boost sentiment. The Nifty held on to 24,700 last week and is now eyeing a positive open, with experts flagging 24,800-24,900 as key resistance. Autos and metals are leading the charge while IT lags behind. Globally, Japanese stocks jumped as PM Ishiba signaled his exit, US futures edged higher on Fed rate-cut hopes after a weak jobs report, bond yields slid, and gold hit fresh record highs. Oil, meanwhile, inched up as OPEC+ announced slower production hikes. Among stocks in focus, watch out for Vedanta, Eicher, BHEL, and SpiceJet. Tune in for all this and more in today’s Market Minutes — your morning podcast bringing you the top stories to kickstart your trading day, from stocks in the news to macro trends and global market cues.

In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, find an exclusive interview with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman where she addresses everything from GST rate cut, Trump tariffs to purchasing Russian oil. We also decode how various industries are adapting to the GST rate cut - further taxes on tobacco are on the horizon, insurers are assessing input tax credit treatment, and food delivery platforms may pass on additional cost burden to consumers. Also inside: Freshworks founder interview, probe into high frequency traders and an expected advertising boom.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories shaping the world of startups and technology. Girish Mathrubootham officially exits Freshworks after nearly 15 years. Urban Company’s cap table gets a boost with Tiger Global and Accel offloading shares ahead of its IPO. We track how online credit card transactions are set to overtake offline swipes, and wrap up with Amazon and Flipkart's festive sale dates.

Indian writer Jiddu Krishnamurti famously said, “It is no measure of health to be well-adjusted to a profoundly sick society”, and rightly so. Stress is everywhere, perhaps becoming the biggest crisis of our lifetime. While any health concern is taken seriously, mental health is often ignored. The problem is so big that it costs businesses Rs 1,10,000 crore annually. Clearly, there is a huge gap between awareness and action, along with the internalised shame in the victim. But what can be done to reduce this? In this episode, we are joined by Dr Shyam Bhat, Chairperson of Live Love Laugh, to delve deep into the practical ideas that companies can adopt to bridge this lacuna. He explains how there is no one size fits all approach. Listen in!

In today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks listen to a key interview with Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal as he addresses the landmark GST reforms and India-US ties amid the tariff wars unleashed by Trump. We have a comprehensive coverage on the rate rationalization from the big picture view to its on-ground impact. In other news, learn about Phone Pe’s IPO, Starlink’s trial run, incentive for India’s largest printed circuit board plant, and how Indian GCCs are upskilling employees for AI.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the GST Council’s big reforms that Amazon and Flipkart are hailing just ahead of festive sales, with analysts predicting a sharp boost in consumer spending. We then track the Centre’s move to the Supreme Court on challenges to India’s new online gaming law. Next, we spotlight how Global Capability Centres are rapidly reskilling employees into AI engineers. And finally, SoftBank pares down its stake in Ola Electric post-IPO.

GST council meets to finalise the biggest overhaul of the indirect tax system since its 2017 launch. Indian and US investors pledge to fund the domestic deep tech sector. Premium wine shows double-digit growth in non-metro markets. Zomato and Swiggy raise platform fees to remain profitable. Also read - the unforgettable service of Indian soldiers in WWII and how the rise of home-schooling is no longer a radical, unconventional choice.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why your Swiggy and Zomato orders are getting more expensive as both food delivery giants raise platform fees. We also track Urban Company’s much-anticipated IPO and the massive windfall it has created for its founders and early investors. Next, we look at how the government’s ban on real-money gaming is hitting India’s influencer economy hard. Finally, we discuss Indo-China joint ventures in electronics manufacturing gaining traction after Modi-Xi talks.

Tata Capital gears up to launch the year’s biggest IPO while the markets regulator clears IPO plans for 13 companies, including boAt, Urban Company and Juniper Green Energy. Moneycontrol exclusive confirmed: Sebi rolls out enhanced intraday limits in equity index derivatives to curb risks posed by oversized exposures. Also inside: Asia’s factory activity witnesses surge, a piece by Mohandas Pai and Pranav Pai on why Trump’s tariffs can nudge India toward better economic outcomes and what India can expect from greater inbound tourists from China.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Prime Minister Modi says speed is the new currency in semiconductors as India pushes $18 billion worth of chip projects. Kitchens@ looks to acquire Popo Ventures, the brand behind Pizza Bakery and Paris Panini, in a Rs 800 crore deal. TCS strikes its first mega contract this fiscal with insurer Tryg, while also rolling out long-delayed salary hikes. And finally, Urban Company and Boat secure Sebi approvals for IPOs, joining India’s growing pipeline of startup listings.

Amid Trump’s tariff wars, American firms have stepped up hiring in India, underscoring the country’s importance as a talent hub. Nandan Nilekani tells Moneycontrol that AI won’t kill Indian IT, “such obituaries have been written before”. Also find an exclusive interview with Naveen Jindal as he addresses wide ranging topics. Also inside: India’s consumer credit story, trade moves, and our data story of the day.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories in startups and tech. Infosys legends Nandan Nilekani, Narayana Murthy, and Salil Parekh brush off AI fears, calling it an opportunity. The government meets gaming firms as Games24x7 begins layoffs after the real-money gaming ban. Big Tech continues to hire aggressively in India despite tariff tensions, and UPI crosses the 20 billion monthly transactions milestone.

In 2011, BlueStone didn’t have stores, customers, or even a website. But it had a pitch and a founder who understood how India shops. Tune into the latest episode of PitchCraft Season 2, and learn what set BlueStone’s pitch deck apart from the rest. Special guests Gaurav Singh Kushwaha, Founder of BlueStone, and early investor, Prashant Prakash of Accel, unpack unique features of the deck, from visualizing the process of trust building to ensuring long-term defensibility, and deliver a masterclass in how high-stakes, high-conviction pitches are made. It’s an enthralling tale of how a disruptive idea secured funding and sparked a category shift. Presented by Moneycontrol, in association with SeedToScale, curated by Accel. 

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the key meeting between fintechs, banks, and regulators on India’s new online gaming law, where firms sought more time for refunds and chargebacks, while banks pushed for clarity on current accounts. Next, we dive into Reliance’s big AI play with the launch of Reliance Intelligence, backed by Google and Meta. We also cover Elevation Capital’s new $400 million late-stage fund, and how AI agents are speeding up SaaS sales cycles.

In this episode, we explore how intergenerational leadership shapes family philanthropy through the story of the Seekho Sikho Foundation. Anupama and Sumana, a mother–daughter duo, share how deep-rooted values and clarity of vision guide their decisions, while fresh perspectives bring new energy and strengthen their work. Together, they share how complementary strengths and shared family values can power a common mission in philanthropy.

The GIFT Nifty signals a strong gap-up start for Dalal Street, coming a day after the Nifty slipped below key support levels in a bruising selloff that saw the index end the August F&O series with a 500-point cut. The overhang of Trump’s 50% tariff storm continued to weigh on sentiment, while heavy FII outflows and broad-based sectoral weakness have left the market vulnerable to further downside. All eyes today will be on Reliance Industries’ 48th AGM for big-ticket announcements and on the release of India’s Q1 GDP print. In stock-specific action, CG Power, Infosys, Hexaware, Muthoot Finance will be buzzing while NSE will exclude 8 stocks from the F&O segment starting today. Tune in for all this and more in today’s Market Minutes — your morning podcast bringing you the top stories to kickstart your trading day, from stocks in the news to macro trends and global market cues.

In this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, read about: a support package plan for small businesses hit by Trump’s tariffs, India’s hunt for alternative markets for diamond and jewellery, why Flipkart and Amazon are holding back on festive season sale, and a crucial meeting between online real money gaming companies, government officials and fintech firms. 

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Prosus-backed Rapido races ahead with a $200 million round that doubles its valuation in just eight months. Wipro takes a bold $375 million gamble with its Harman acquisition, testing its integration strategy. Meanwhile, Amazon and Flipkart brace for festive sales amid GST uncertainty. The government meets with banks and fintechs to chart the path for India’s new online gaming law. And in Gujarat, CG Semi inaugurates the country’s first OSAT facility.

Dalal Street braces for heightened volatility as the 50% US tariff storm collides with the monthly F&O expiry. The Nifty slipped below 24,750 in Monday’s session, with broad-based selling dragging mid and smallcaps nearly 2% lower. Pharma stocks came under heavy pressure after Trump pushed for steep drug price cuts, while FMCG counters held firm on hopes of a GST reduction ahead of the festive season. FIIs turned aggressive sellers, even as DIIs stepped in with strong inflows. What levels should traders watch now, and how deep could the correction run? Tune in to Market Minutes for the top cues, global trends, and the stocks in focus for today’s trade. Tune in for all this and more in today’s Market Minutes — your morning podcast bringing you the top stories to kickstart your trading day, from stocks in the news to macro trends and global market cues.