Moneycontrol Podcast

5240: Norges and Motilal Oswal early investors in Zepto IPO; India AI set for a funding Frenzy; and Build more Sarvam, Emergent says DeepMind leader | MC Tech3 17.07.2026 5min

In today's episode of Moneycontrol Tech3, we break down how Norges and Motilal Oswal are shaping Zepto's IPO anchor book, why venture capital is pouring into India's AI startup ecosystem, what Google DeepMind's Manish Gupta means when he says India needs more startups like Sarvam AI and Emergent, and why MakeMyTrip has confidentially filed for a billion-dollar-plus India IPO.

5239: Govt to take stakes in chip startups; Q1FY27: Wipro disappoints, Tech Mahindra mixed bag; and Bengaluru's new lesson for gig workers | MC Tech3 16.07.2026 5min

In today's episode of Moneycontrol Tech3, we break down the Centre's new semiconductor strategy as it plans to take equity stakes in chip startups under the Rs 1.27 lakh crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0. We also unpack the June quarter results of Wipro and Tech Mahindra, look at Bengaluru's new mandatory counselling sessions for traffic rule-violating gig workers, and explain why Ather Energy's Rs 1,300 crore QIP has attracted bids worth over Rs 10,000 crore.

5238: Groww Takes the Lead, India Doubles Down on Chips, Emergent turns unicorn and crypto futures surge | MC Tech3 15.07.2026 6min

On this episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol we unpack how Groww has overtaken Angel One to become India's largest commodities derivatives platform, the government unveils a ₹1.28 lakh-crore India Semiconductor Mission 2.0, and AI startup Emergent joins Sarvam AI in the country's exclusive unicorn club. Plus, why crypto futures now dominate trading volumes, and the risks retail investors may be overlooking.

5237: ICC's maiden startup investment; Zepto's anti-DMart play; and Elevation readies $500 mn for India and AI | MC Tech 3 14.07.2026 6min

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the ICC's reported first-ever startup investment in gaming company LightFury Games and what it could mean for cricket gaming. We also look at Zepto's premium grocery push with Zepto Select, Elevation Capital's new $500 million India-focused AI fund, and why TCS employees are still waiting for clarity on FY27 promotions even as the company prepares to relaunch its AI-focused Wings upskilling programme.

5236: HCLTech net profit up 20% to Rs 4,624 crore; Flipkart eyes Rs 700 crore in Shadowfax stake sale and ITC Infotech emerges as the frontrunner to acquire majority stake in Happiest Minds | MC Tech3 13.07.2026 7min

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down HCLTech’s June quarter earnings, its Rs 3,500 crore data centre investment and hiring trends. We also look at Flipkart’s planned Rs 700 crore Shadowfax stake sale, why the average UPI payment is shrinking as merchant transactions surge, MeitY’s push for common username rules across messaging platforms, and why ITC Infotech has emerged as the frontrunner to acquire Happiest Minds.

5235: NIPUN Bharat at 5: How Foundational Learning Can Power India's Viksit Bharat 2047 Vision 13.07.2026 29min

Five years after the launch of the NIPUN Bharat Mission, where does India's ambitious drive for universal foundational literacy and numeracy stand? In this episode, we examine the mission's progress, achievements, and the challenges that remain as India works toward as India works towards realising its vision of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047. Host Gaurav Choudhury speaks with Ishmeet Singh, CEO of Central Square Foundation, about why achieving strong foundational education by the end of Grade 3 is critical not just for future learning, but also for building the workforce of the future. Drawing on his leadership experience across business and the social sector, Ishmeet offers insights into one of the world's largest education reform initiatives and what it will take for NIPUN Bharat to succeed.

5234: For IT, AI deals come with a catch; Cactus lands MeitY’s AI tender deal; and FIFA fever packs India's multiplexes | MC Tech3 10.07.2026 6min

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down why TCS says AI may be the future of IT, but not yet a predictable revenue engine. We also look at Cactus Technology Solutions winning the Centre’s AI procurement platform contract, how the FIFA World Cup is driving strong footfalls at multiplexes, and why Zetwerk’s SEBI approval brings the manufacturing startup a step closer to its IPO.

5233: The Untold Story of IITs: From Brain Drain to Return of the Nation Builders | Prabhat Kumar, IRS 10.07.2026 24min

How did the IITs become India's most prestigious educational institutions? Why did generations of IIT graduates leave for Silicon Valley, and why are so many now returning to build India's future? In this episode, Prabhat Kumar, author of IIT: The Story of India's Most Prestigious Educational Ecosystem, traces the remarkable journey of the IITs—from their founding in a newly independent India to their role in shaping the country's technology, entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem. Prabhat Kumar, who is also an Indian Revenue Services officer, sits with host Gaurav Choudhury and delves into a range of issues where global Indians can directly impact India’s progress. Tune in!

5232: Instant Help: Re 1 offers, Rs 150 crore burn; Mixed Q1 numbers from TCS; and Why Groww is offering regular mutual funds now | MC Tech3 09.07.2026 6min

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the Re 1 home services battle as Pronto, Snabbit and Urban Company's Insta Help spend aggressively to win customers. We also break down TCS' Q1 results and why AI is becoming the company's biggest growth engine, explain why Groww is introducing regular mutual funds alongside direct plans, and look at Fundamentum Partnership's new Rs 2,200 crore Fund III, anchored by Nandan Nilekani, with a sharp focus on AI application startups.

5231: Swiggy, Eternal gain mutual fund muscle; Xpressbees hits back at Delhivery; and India becomes world's largest retail GCC hub | MC Tech3 08.07.2026 6min

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we explain why domestic mutual funds are steadily increasing their stakes in Swiggy and Eternal, and what it could mean for the companies' quick commerce ambitions. We also bring you Xpressbees co-founder Amitava Saha's response to Delhivery's view on the future of India's logistics sector, look at how India has become the world's largest retail GCC hub, and unpack PhonePe's latest leadership reshuffle with Srijon Biswas taking over as CTO and co-founder Rahul Chari moving into an expanded Chief Product and Technology Officer role.

5230: US vs China: What India Inc wants in AI; Swiggy inches closer to domestic status; Flipkart's valuation uptick and GalaxEye loses contact with Drishti satellite after solar storm 07.07.2026 7min

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we explain why Indian enterprises are increasingly choosing Chinese AI models like DeepSeek and Qwen over their US rivals. We also unpack Swiggy's move closer to Indian-owned company status and what it could mean for Instamart, look at Flipkart's latest ESOP buyback that values the company at $38.2 billion, and discuss Cult.fit's IPO plans. Plus, a quick update on Bengaluru-based spacetech startup GalaxEye, which has lost contact with its maiden Earth observation satellite, Mission Drishti, after a geomagnetic solar storm.

5229: Aravind Sanka unpacks the Rapido playbook; Indian IT Q1FY27: Headwinds ahead; Why the Indian Govt is going after Big Tech and Apple restores App Store, iCloud card payments in India 06.07.2026 5min

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Rapido co-founder Aravind Sanka explains why he believes India's food delivery market needs 100 million users and how the company plans to get there. We also preview what to expect from the Q1 earnings season for India's IT majors, unpack the government's growing scrutiny of Big Tech platform design, and explain why Apple is restoring credit and debit card payments for App Store and iCloud purchases in India after a five-year gap

5228: Green startups in India: What it takes to scale climate innovation | Ajay Menon, Senior Practice Lead at TechnoServe India 06.07.2026 24min

Taking climate innovations to the market is a journey that many startups are unable to navigate alone. They struggle to access the resources needed to scale. That is where the Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program by TechnoServe steps in. In this episode, host Gaurav Choudhury explores India’s evolving green startup ecosystem with Ajay Menon, who is the driving force behind the Entrepreneurship Practice at TechnoServe India, serving as Senior Practice Lead and Program Director for the Greenr Sustainability Accelerator.The conversation reveals insights that don’t often hit the headlines - the broadening definition of green business, the regions that are driving innovation and the growing urban waste management challenge that our cities can no longer ignore. Tune in!

5227: Europe's auto slump hits Indian IT, new CRED CEO interview, MeitY cracks down & HCLTech's $1.14 billion AI bet | MC Tech3 03.07.2026 6min

Europe's struggling auto industry is emerging as an unexpected headwind for Indian IT, with engineering giants like KPIT, LTTS and Tata Elxsi feeling the impact of delayed projects and cautious client spending. We explain why this matters for the broader tech services sector. Plus, MeitY launches a series of high-profile actions involving Meta, Tata Electronics and Chinese-linked e-rickshaw apps, signalling tougher regulatory oversight across cybersecurity, online safety and national security. We also look at CRED's leadership transition as interim CEO Miten Sampat says the fintech is profitable, well-capitalised and focused on growth after Kunal Shah's move to WhatsApp. And finally, HCLTech lands a massive $1.14 billion AI transformation deal, highlighting the next phase of enterprise AI adoption.

5226: Skyroot's orbital launch countdown, Flipkart's LLMs, Sparrow Capital's new fund & Meta's WhatsApp pricing shake-up | MC Tech3 02.07.2026 4min

In today's episode of MC Tech3, we bring you four big stories shaping India's technology and startup ecosystem. Skyroot Aerospace announces the launch window for Vikram-1, India's first private orbital mission. Flipkart reveals that AI now generates nearly 40 percent of its code as it builds e-commerce-focused large language models. Sparrow Capital closes a Rs 475 crore third fund to back early-stage startups with bigger bets. And Meta introduces token-based pricing for AI-powered business services on WhatsApp from August 1.

5225: WhatsApp's Username Gamble, PhysicsWallah's New Teacher incentive, Virat Kohli-Backed Agilitas' Deal Talks and KPIT’s growth scare | Moneycontrol Tech3 01.07.2026 8min

WhatsApp is rolling out usernames globally, marking one of the biggest changes to the messaging app in years. But the feature has also raised questions around privacy, impersonation and scams, with the Indian government reportedly reviewing the rollout. We explain what the new system means for users. Also in this episode, PhysicsWallah's latest incentive programme is encouraging newly hired teachers to do more than just teach—they could earn up to ₹15 lakh by referring top-performing JEE and NEET students. We look at why the policy is attracting attention across India's coaching industry. Also, Virat Kohli-backed Agilitas is in talks to acquire Yuvraj Singh-backed Sports365, a move that could strengthen its ambitions in India's fast-growing sports retail market. Finally, KPIT Technologies saw its shares tumble nearly 16 percent after the company lowered its revenue growth guidance for the financial year, setting off concerns for other ER and D firms such as Tata Technologies and Tata E

5224: Amazon triggers price war in quick commerce; What the Oyo DRHP says about its operations and Cracks emerge in India's influencer economy | MC Tech3 30.06.2026 6min

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Amazon steps up its quick commerce play with one of its biggest customer acquisition campaigns yet, while Oyo returns to the IPO market with a revamped strategy and a cleaner balance sheet. We also look at the growing pains behind India’s booming influencer economy, Swish’s fresh fundraising talks, and hear directly from Persistent Systems CEO Sandeep Kalra and CFO Vinit Teredesai on the Nagarro acquisition, investor concerns and the company’s global growth plans.

5224: How investing is evolving beyond traditional boundaries | Saurabh Rungta | Wealth Architects 30.06.2026 29min

As the investment landscape rapidly transforms, understanding new opportunities is more critical than ever. In this episode of Wealth Architects, Mr. Saurabh Rungta, Deputy CEO & CIO - Centrum Wealth Limited, discusses how the investment universe has dramatically expanded beyond traditional assets like equities, fixed income, gold, and real estate. The conversation explores around: • The dramatic growth and diversification of investment options including private equity, private credit, global markets • Why wealthy families are moving from opportunistic investing toward structured, institutional-like wealth management via family offices • The burgeoning rise of family offices in India and how they help families consolidate assets and manage wealth with a behavioural and tax-efficient approach • The significant role of next-generation investors in transforming family wealth dynamics and expectations

5223: Swiggy, Zepto, IAMAI move Karnataka HC against state's Gig Workers Welfare Act; Persistent punished after Nagarro buy; and Zerodha's investment banking foray 29.06.2026 6min

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, platform companies including Swiggy, Zepto and Urban Company challenge Karnataka’s Gig Workers Act in the High Court. We also unpack Persistent Systems’ EUR 1.27 billion acquisition of Nagarro, Zerodha’s move into investment banking, the government’s warning on the use of AI tools in official work, and how Prosus’ India business grew in FY26 with PayU turning EBITDA positive.

5222: Federal Bank presents Building Resilient MSME | Stories of Growth & Resilience | Podcast 26.06.2026 29min

This World MSME Day, Moneycontrol, in association with Federal Bank, brought together two entrepreneurs whose journeys span different industries but share a common thread: resilience. Subhash Agarwal, Chairman and Managing Director of Kaushalesh Group, has spent more than four decades in the steel business, while Vasu Anamalai, Managing Partner of SKS Industries, represents the second generation of a furniture manufacturing business that serves both corporate and government clients. Tune in to watch the full episode.