Moneycontrol Podcast

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the Rs 5,926 crore feud tearing through the Sun TV empire as Dayanidhi Maran accuses his brother Kalanithi Maran of fraud. We also bring you Cognizant’s eye-popping land deal in Vizag, HAL’s big leap into India’s rocket game, and why VerlInvest is betting big on Indian consumer brands. Tune in for sharp, crisp updates from the world of startups, tech, and business.

Working at the cutting edge of health technology, Philips has consistently strived to make medical care more accessible and affordable, with patients at the heart of every innovation. In this episode of Unusual Suspects, Bharath Sesha, MD, Philips India, explains why, in a price-sensitive and underserved market, health tech is not just a tool—but a key enabler of universal coverage, better patient care, and a remedy for burnout among healthcare professionals. Find out how Philips is transforming healthcare by leveraging technology to expand access, improve outcomes, and support overburdened systems—truly living up to its mission of “better care for more people.”

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on June 20. As Iran-Israel conflict has entered 8th day, market participants are keenly watching out if US would increase its involvement in the broader conflict. Brent crude prices continued to rise settling above $78 per barrel, while global cues were quiet. Among stocks back home, watch out for state-run project financing companies like IREDA, PFC, REC, HUDCO and IRFC after the Reserve Bank of India finalised the project financing guidelines. Also, catch market expert Sunil Subramaniam on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Dayanidhi Maran demands original shareholding structure in Sun TV as Maran family feud brews, RBI fortifies gold stockpile, Pakistan risks being put on the FATF grey list again. In other news, Kesar has pipped Alphonso as the most exported mango. And Sachin Tendulkar speaks to Moneycontrol on how Team India should navigate the new era of cricket.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Amazon’s Rs 2,000 crore push to supercharge India’s logistics, why India’s tech leaders want a Chief AI Minister, and SEBI’s new ESOP lifeline for startup founders. Plus, we take you inside Notion’s rapid-fire AI playbook and Freshworks’ big pivot from SaaS to AI. Tune in for the sharpest updates from the world of tech and startups.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on June 19. GIFT Nifty trends are pointing out to another soft start for Indian markets as global cues remain mixed. Iran-Israel conflict has entered 7th day, with US President Donald Trump demanding surrender of Iran but Iran's supreme leader continues to remain defiant. On the other hand, the US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged, marking no change in stance since December. Also, catch Manoj Bahety of Carnelian Asset Management on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

India’s retail investors are betting on turnaround stories to make a windfall, new wave of IPOs to hit markets but timelines can be upset by global conflict, Indian drugmakers are preparing strategic growth plans amid trade uncertainties and Vodafone Idea teams up to take mobile connectivity to remote regions. Tune in to all this and more exclusives on Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Kuku FM is in talks to raise a fresh $70 million as demand for bite-sized content surges, Udaan secures a payment aggregator licence to tighten internal systems, IPO-bound Urban Company posts a profit ahead of its big market debut, and ASCI revises its opinion trading report after MPL’s legal challenge. Tune in for sharp, concise updates from the world of business, tech, and startups.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on June 18. GIFT Nifty trends are pointing out to another quiet start for Indian markets amid mixed global cues.  US President Donald Trump demanded Iran’s “unconditional surrender" and is reportedly warming to the idea of using US military assets to strike Iranian nuclear facilities. As a result, oil prices have jumped 4 percent to $76 per barrel. Also, catch Nitin Bhasin of Ambit Institutional Equities on the Voice of the Day segment.  Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

States may face a GST revenue crunch as the compensation cess ends next year, a GST hike may close the funding gap. Also find our reportage on the rush to install an aircraft filter for passengers booking flights following the deadly Air India crash in Ahmedabad. This edition carries an interview with Narayana Murthy and how he thinks the AI-related job losses are overblown. Tune in for these and more in the latest Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Razorpay steps into the consumer UPI race with a $30 million bet on POP. Infosys founder Narayana Murthy explains why AI won’t take away jobs and shares how ChatGPT made him five times more productive. Plus, Indian Y Combinator-backed startups like Meesho and Razorpay face a $600 million tax hit, and Balaji Telefilms launches AI-generated micro dramas under two minutes. Tune in for the sharpest updates from tech, startups, and business.

As Bihar elections loom, parties are trying to replicate the winning formula: raining down freebies in the hopes of converting them into votes and seats. Congress has promised Rs 2,500 per month to poor women in Bihar, something that is being offered in Maharashtra, Delhi and other parts of the country. But can Bihar, a state with fewer resources, make good on this promise. Watch the conversation with Professor NR Bhanumurthy, director, Madras School of Economics and Paras Jasrai, associate director, India Ratings and Research.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on June 17. After markets snapped two-day losing streak yesterday, trends in the GIFT Nifty indicate a quiet start for our own markets. Global cues remain supportive this morning, while brent crude prices remained above $73 per barrel as the ongoing tensions in the Middle East entered fifth day. US President Donald Trump immediately called to evacuate Tehran as he left for G7 summit early. Also, catch market expert Ajay Bagga on the Voice of the Day segment. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that puts the spotlight on hot stocks, key data points, and developing trends.

Despite the Israel-Iran conflict escalating, the Sensex and Nifty surged nearly 1%. We decode the reason behind this. We also have an eye on the possibility of global energy supply threats if the war prolongs. Besides these, find in today’s newsletter: HDFC’s mega IPO, the jitters that air travel has sent through passengers following the Air India crash, Meesho’s India shift ahead of IPO, SEBI’s new rules, and how Meta plans to implement WhatsApp ads.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Meesho heads back to India with a $288 million tax bill, FamApp’s co-founder prepares to exit with a stake sale, Karnataka halts bike taxis but riders find a ‘parcel’ hack, Meta names a new India boss and brings ads to WhatsApp, and Sequoia bets big on fintech startup Aspora’s cross-border play. Tune in for top startup, tech, and business stories of the day!

Israel’s airstrikes on Iran spiked crude oil prices, disrupted Indian air routes, and triggered gold’s record rally. While inflation remains tame, state-run refiners face squeezed margins. Meanwhile, Air India picks up the pieces after Thursday's fatal crash and will conduct enhanced safety inspections on its Boeing 787-8/9 fleet starting June 15. Dhan chases unicorn status, and mutual funds dominated May’s record-breaking block deal activity. Tune in for all this on today’s top picks from the editor’s desk.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Karnataka High Court’s refusal to stay the bike taxi ban, Dhan’s big funding round as it nears unicorn status, Kinara Capital’s deep financial troubles, and Meta’s $14.3 billion investment in Scale AI to boost its superintelligence ambitions.

India is witnessing a transformation in urban mobility underpinned by a growing ecosystem of cleantech solutions. Neuron Energy is a key player in this space, focused on building full-stack energy systems for the electric future. On a mission to innovate scalable solutions, Neuron Energy’s co-founder Pratik Kamdar joins us on this episode of Unusual Suspects to chart the course of electric mobility in India and the world. He sheds light on the startup’s experimentation with next-generation battery technologies, such as sodium-ion, which could open new possibilities, marking a pivotal chapter in the unfolding story of electric energy storage systems.

Dalal Street braces for impact as Israel-Iran tensions rattle global markets, oil prices spike, and equities plunge. The tragic Ahmedabad plane crash added to nervous sentiment on Thursday, dragging the Nifty below key levels. We bring you the latest updates on the crash that has shocked the nation. In our Voice of the Day segment, Siddarth Bhamre of Asit C Mehta Investment Intermediates shares his thoughts on where the markets are headed amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Tune in for all this and more in today’s Market Minutes — your morning podcast that brings you the top stories to kickstart your trading day, covering stocks in the news, macro trends, and global market cues.

The tragic Air India Dreamliner crash shocked India, triggering a slide in Boeing shares and creating ripples in airline stocks on Thursday. We unravel how insurance claims will work for the victims and their families, and also bring you other news from the market and the larger political economy, including that of intensifying trade talks between India and the US. Also, watch out for a new series on digital arrests to protect yourself from the clutches of a growing organised crime racket.