Moneycontrol Podcast

AI is making its way in smartphones, but is it truly useful or just a marketing buzzword? In this episode, we explore AI-powered features, voice assistants, and whether consumers want AI phones. Are these features enhancing user experience or just flashy add-ons? Tune in.

RBI flags concerns over Shapoorji Pallonji’s $3.3B deal, Zomato lets go of 600 employees, and Vadilal’s stock jumps 13% after a promoter settlement. Plus, India’s GST collections hit an 11-month high, car prices rise from April, and the US market reels from tariff jitters. Also, could Trump find a loophole for a third term? Tune in for all this and more.

In today’s episode of Moneycontrol's Tech3 Podcast, we discuss Zomato’s massive layoffs and its AI shift, Jar’s failed funding deal, Binny Bansal’s Rs 70 crore investment in Plaksha University’s deep-tech institute, Kusha Kapila’s foray into the shapewear market, and OpenAI’s groundbreaking $40 billion funding round. Tune in for the latest updates in tech and startups!

Apple’s M4 MacBook Air is here. Thinner, more powerful, and cooler than ever. But is it a game-changer or just a small step up from the M3? ChatGPT can now remember past chats and adapt to your style. Is it game-changing or a step too far? We break it down.

The government and opposition are clashing again—this time over delimitation. With the process set to begin after the 2026 census, southern states, led by Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, are pushing back against population-based delimitation. Stalin is calling for a 25-year freeze while demanding a "fair" approach—but what’s fair for the South may not be for the North. Tune in as Ishaan Gera discusses the complexities of this debate with Ajit Phadnis, Associate Professor at IIM Indore, and Paras Jasrai, Senior Analyst at India Ratings & Research.

FIIs turn net buyers in March, IndusInd Bank searches for a new CEO, and GIFT City’s aircraft leasing business gains momentum. Meanwhile, RBI’s policy meeting hints at a possible rate cut, Trump’s tariffs put Indian exports on alert, and Bollywood bets big on Salman Khan’s 'Sikandar.' Get all this and more in today’s Moneycontrol 'Editors’ Picks.'

In today’s episode of Tech3 Podcast, we break down India’s latest ₹22,919 crore PLI scheme for passive electronics, the revival of startup funding with Smallcase’s $50M round, and Chargebee’s AI-driven acquisition of Trainn. We also dive into Google’s partial relief in its Play Store case and whether Salman Khan’s Sikandar will live up to Eid box office expectations. Tune in for the top tech and startup stories!

What does it take for a startup to secure funding in India’s competitive ecosystem? In this episode of 'Unusual Suspects,' Archana Jahagirdar, General Partner at Rukam Capital, decodes the D2C boom, the founder-market fit puzzle, and why some startups fail despite a thriving ecosystem. As one of the few solo female GPs in venture capital, Archana shares insights on the role of VC in the next decade, lessons from startup failures, and how diversity in funding can reshape the ecosystem. With 'Startup Maha Kumbh 2025' on the horizon, Archana also discusses its potential impact on deal-making, partnerships, and India's startup scene. Tune in.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on March 28. As markets ended the March series on a healthy note, April's seasonality points to an extension of this rally. Experts now eye Nifty's resistance around 24,000, with support of 23,300. Also, catch Nirav Karkera of Fisdom 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.

Trump's auto tariffs shake markets, IndusInd Bank orders a forensic audit, and Jumbotail nears unicorn status. Plus, FPIs bet big on India, Infosys lets go of more trainees, and comedy venues struggle with cancellations. Tune in for the top stories. 

In today’s Tech3 Podcast, we dive into Jumbotail’s $120M funding round valuing it at over a billion dollars. We also break down the legal battle between Elon Musk’s X and the Indian government over online censorship. Plus, AI is reshaping IT services, India surpasses the US in online shoppers, and “vibe coding” is making software development more intuitive. Tune in for the top tech and startup news.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on March 27. After Nifty snapped 7-day winning streak, trends in the GIFT Nifty imply a negative start for India amid a subdued global handover. US President Donald Trump has imposed 25% tariffs on auto imports. Experts eye Nifty's support around 23,300, with resistance around 23,550. Also, catch Gaurang Shah of Geojit Financial Services 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.

Indian companies have sent $36 billion overseas this fiscal, marking a 40% jump despite global uncertainties. Meanwhile, Nithin Kamath rules out Zerodha’s IPO, SEBI plans a ‘one event, one penalty’ rule for brokers, and retail investors exit stocks. Plus, how many MPs would India need with equal population distribution? Catch the top stories.

In today’s episode, we dive into why Zerodha is steering clear of an IPO while Groww prepares for a public listing. We also explore MobiKwik’s surprising move into stock broking, the challenges Swiggy and Zomato face in quick commerce, insights from SaaSBoomi on AI’s role in Indian startups, and AIKosh’s expansion to build better AI datasets. Tune in to Moneycontrol's Tech3 podcast from Monday to Friday!

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on March 26. After Nifty extended rally to the seventh consecutive day, experts now eye Nifty to reach to 24,200, with support around 23,400. Given global handover is strong, all eyes will be on if FIIs continue their buying spree in Indian equities. Among stocks in focus, watch out for Manappuram Finance, Federal Bank, and IREDA. Also, catch Mark Matthews of Julius Baer 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.

From the 'Income Tax Bill 2025' scrutinizing digital footprints, the 'Eighth Pay Commission' gearing up for salary revisions, IndusInd Bank’s leadership shake-up, to the details of Delhi's budget, Paytm's new payment processing strategy, and India's tariff talks with the US. Tune in! 

In this episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, we dive into major fintech developments: Paytm snaps ties with Juspay as firms move away from payment orchestration, BharatPe slashes losses and turns EBITDA positive, and a new entity seeks RBI’s SRO licence. We also cover industry tensions over UPI MDR, funding updates in lab-grown diamonds, and Freshworks’ Girish Mathrubootham on why SaaS firms must embrace AI to survive. Tune in for all this and more.

Moneycontrol analysis shows that India turned more protectionist between 2013 and 2023, with tariffs on roughly 20 percent of the imports rising. But India was not the only Asian country to turn more protectionist. Indonesia and Vietnam also raised tariffs on more goods than they reduced during this period. But China, US and EU reduced tariffs. However, between 2022 and 2023, India was among the few nations to reduce tariffs on more goods. Did protectionism help India and does a more open India mean more exports? We decode the answers with Gaura Sengupta, Chief India Economist, IDFC First Bank and Amitendu Palit, Senior Research Fellow and Research Lead (Trade and Economics) at the Institute of South Asian Studies at the National University of Singapore.

In this episode of Market Minutes, Lovisha Darad talks about the key events that would shape markets on March 25. After Nifty extended rally to the sixth consecutive day, experts now eye Nifty to reach to 23,800, with support around 23,400. Given global handover is strong, all eyes will be on if FIIs continue their buying spree in Indian equities. Among stocks in focus, watch out banking names, Britannia Industries, and RVNL. Also, catch Ajay Srivastava of Dimensions Corporate 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.

Indian stock markets lead global charts in March with a 9.4% surge in market cap, while Meesho gears up for a $1 billion IPO at a $10 billion valuation. SEBI tightens FPI disclosure norms, and Germany’s €1-trillion defence push is boosting Indian defence stocks. Meanwhile, CSK dominates IPL merchandise sales, onion exports shift focus to the Middle East and Europe, and Indian buyers turn to 14K gold amid soaring prices. Tune in for the top business stories of the day.