Moneycontrol Podcast
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Pizza Bakery owner cooks up a Rs 1,350 crore deal; Fintechs brace for DPDP, RBI double whammy; and India, APAC drive Netflix’s Q1 surge | MC Tech3
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’s IPO prep, Q-commerce summer order surge & India’s new political map | MC Editor's Picks
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...
Flipkart eyes Big Billion Pre-IPO round; What the Amazon–Globalstar deal means for India’s satcom play; and Protests outside TCS Nashik office, employees asked to work from home | MC Tech3
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.
Bhagwati IPO plans, India's hunt for LPG sources & concerns linger post Noida labour unrest
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!
NSE loses record retail investors in FY26; Why Vanguard chose Hyderabad for India GCC; and TCS case a wake-up call for Indian IT?
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.
What full-time philanthropy looks like in practice | Anna and Raj Asava, Founders, HungerMitao | MC Unusual Suspects
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.
TCS POSH row under lens, firms revise labour wages, war strains telecom & industry | MC Editor's Picks
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...
TCS Nashik a failure of internal systems, Andhra’s quantum bet takes off and How RBI’s proposal will disrupt digital payments | MC Tech3
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.
IPL’s AI sponsors, oil shock rattles markets & Noida workers protest
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 Noid...
AI takes over IPL; Asia crisis fuels EV sales; and Sharon Pais takes over as Head of Myntra as Nandita Sinha to depart
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.
