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In a bid to stay competitive, Tata Sons is planning to infuse $400 million into its e-commerce business, Tata Digital. Meanwhile, despite rate cuts and lower inflation, urban consumption remains slack. Find out what more is needed for a sustained economic recovery. In addition to these, learn about Apple's iPhone exports surge, India's defence of internet censorship, and how India needs to strategically balance diplomacy and economic rivalry.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Wipro beats Street estimates with an 11% profit jump, while more states ask UPI apps for merchant data to track GST compliance. Tata Digital gets a $400 million lifeline from Tata Sons, the govt defends content takedown powers in a legal face-off with X, and Airtel partners with Perplexity to give users a full year of free AI-powered search.

In a cheer for employees, the government is looking to relax rules for withdrawing money from the retirement fund. In international news, US President Trump has said that his deal with India will follow the pact with Indonesia. Further, the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan has launched a crypto payment system allowing tourists to pay for goods and services using cryptocurrency.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we cover Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal-backed LAT Aerospace buys a jet, a record-breaking mid-year sale for Amazon and Flipkart, Bhutan's bold crypto push for tourism, and the quiet close of Cognizant's bribery case in the US. Tune in for the latest in startups and tech.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra tells CNBC that rate cuts are still possible on a neutral stance. In another Moneycontrol exclusive, Glenmark Pharma's Chairman Glenn Saldanha says Indian companies should compete on innovation after the drug maker's deal with AbbVie. Find out what Tesla's more affordable Model Y range will entail and learn how headlines about inflation's six-year-low milestone misses the full picture.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Tesla officially arrives in India with its first showroom in Mumbai, but the Model Y price tag may surprise you. Plus, Sparrow Capital gears up for a Rs 400 crore fundraise, fintech startup Xaults brings fractional stock ownership to Indian retail investors, and PhonePe hires ex-Meta India public policy head Shivnath Thukral ahead of its IPO.

This edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks spans inflation relief, Ola's refinancing plans, and TCS's cautious optimism. Also in focus: govt's asset sale agenda, Ashok Lavasa's concerns over Bihar's voter list, Bengaluru's GST scare, and Lahori Zeera's fizzy retail dreams. Plus, Swiggy's Rohit Kapoor reflects on Gen Z's food revolution.

In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Ola Electric's Q1 earnings and its strategic shift from hypergrowth to profitability. We also look at why Bengaluru shopkeepers are pulling down UPI QR codes amid a GST crackdown, what the Indian government's new AI Bill of Materials means for developers, and why TCS CEO is optimistic despite a slow start to FY26.

Glenmark signs a $2 billion global cancer drug deal, hailed as “an India moment.” Apple scrambles to handle a labour crisis at Foxconn's India plant, while Foxconn keeps expanding. SIPs cross ₹15 lakh crore, showing retail investor strength. Rohit Jawa's surprise resignation from HUL and Priya Nair's appointment signal that the company is shifting gears. All this and more in today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Tesla confirms its India entry with a showroom launch on July 15, and Elon Musk's X slashes subscription prices in India by up to 47%. We also decode which Indian state tops UPI usage, explore Apple's plan to manage the Foxconn engineer exodus in Tamil Nadu, and unpack how Indian IT giants like TCS, Infosys, and Wipro are going all in on Gen AI by partnering with startups. Tune in for your daily dose of startup and tech news!

With a goal to have 2 Indian banks among world's top 10 by 2047, the government is encouraging NBFCs to become full-fledged banks. Investment banks are lining up for a chance to advise on the NSE IPO. Elon Musk's X Corp. challenges India's internet government model. A decision that could help cut steep hospital bills and more in today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, the Delhi High Court halts five Kuku FM shows after a copyright complaint from Pocket FM. India's top brokerages see a dip in active users despite a bullish market. TCS beats profit estimates in Q1, but revenue falls short. We decode why fintechs are betting big on Model Context Protocol. Plus, Zomato CEO Deepinder Goyal buys a luxury apartment at The Camellias in Gurugram for Rs 52.3 crore. Tune in for your daily startup and tech news fix!

In today's Market Minutes, we break down whether Nifty can eke out gains on weekly expiry day, with key technical levels in play. We dive into expectations from TCS as it kicks off the Q1 earnings season, and put the spotlight on Trump's latest tariff blitz — including fresh duties on Brazil. Asian markets are mixed, US markets saw a strong close and the GIFT Nifty is hinting at a positive start for Dalal Street. A look at all the global cues plus, a round-up of all the stocks in the news — from Asian Paints' exit from Akzo Nobel to key orders for RailTel and Enviro Infra. Don't miss our Voice of the Day where Aishwarya Dadheech of Fident Asset Management explains why IT still makes the cut for long-term investors. 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.

Tesla has reassured Indian parts suppliers that its procurement policy will not change despite Trump's tariffs threat. Zepto is eyeing a fresh fundraise, Lenskart co-foundder Peyush Bansal wants to up his stake in the company, and smartphone buyers can expect steep discounts soon. Also find out why municipalities are tapping the bond market to finance infrastructure and why Trump is irked by the economic influence of BRICS in today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Lenskart CEO Peyush Bansal looks to raise his stake at a steep pre-IPO discount, bringing the eyewear giant's valuation down to $1 billion. Zepto is eyeing a $500 million fundraise at a $7 billion valuation, while Kreditbee posts a sharp 66% profit jump in FY25. Plus, Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins calls India one of the company's biggest global growth bets. Tune in for your daily wrap of the sharpest startup and tech news.

Is India being too protective about agriculture? Can India open its agri and dairy markets to the U.S.? Ashok Gulati, an Agriculture Economist, says that Indian farmers don't stand to lose with the opening up of Agri markets to the U.S. 

After trading in a tight range for most of the session, frontline indices bounced back sharply in the final hour—but can the momentum hold? In today's Market Minutes, we decode the day's biggest market triggers, from sectoral action and fund flows to key business updates from heavyweights like Tata Motors, and JSW Steel. Globally, US President Trump has reignited trade tensions with sweeping new tariff threats—slapping a 50% duty on copper and warning of 200% tariffs on pharma exports. In our Voice of the Day segment, Amit Kumar Gupta, Founder of Fintrekk Capital, unpacks the possible fallout for Indian pharmaceutical exporters.  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 an exclusive, Moneycontrol reports that Maran brothers may have reached a resolution brokered by CM MK Stalin. A closer look at what Trump's latest tariffs announcement means for India. State run banks are leading the rate-cut race and Tier II cities are emerging as growth hotspots. Finally, rock and roll may actually be dead if we go by the evidence of GenZ music taste in the last decade. All this and more in today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you exclusive updates on a possible end to the Maran brothers' feud, with Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin and Deputy CM Udhayanidhi stepping in. We unpack India's creator economy: 45 lakh influencers, but few making real money. Also on the radar: Q1 earnings preview for top IT firms, X vs the Indian government over account takedowns, BigBasket's boardroom reshuffle, and Karnataka's push to regulate online gaming. Your daily fix of startup and tech news!

Indian markets ended flat as Reliance propped up the Nifty, while broader indices and IT stocks came under pressure. FMCG majors led the gains, bolstered by Q1 updates. Globally, Trump's tariff shock reverberated through Asia, with several countries facing steep duties starting August 1. Meanwhile, he signaled a near-final trade deal with India. Back home, key stocks like Kotak Mahindra Bank, Titan, and Tata Motors are in focus on the back of their quarterly updates. Plus, MCX makes history with India's first electricity derivatives contract launch, and SEBI's study reveals a sobering stat—91% of retail traders lost money in derivatives last year. And in our Voice Of The Day segment catch Harish Krishnan, Co-CIO & Head Equity, Aditya Birla Sun Life AMC as he shares his outlook on the upcoming first quarter earnings season. 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

A mini India-US trade deal may be just around the corner — EV tariffs, export risks and Vietnam loom large. Axis Finance draws PE biggies, Tilaknagar wants Imperial Blue, Sebi's crackdown on Jane Street sends shockwaves through quant trading circles. Also in focus: Kashmir's record-breaking heat, SME IPOs that soared and sank, urban FMCG showing signs of life, Tata's ₹500-crore relief fund post the Air India crash, and a heartwarming Guru Dutt–Dev Anand centenary tribute.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Capgemini makes one of the biggest AI-driven acquisitions of the year, buying WNS for $3.3 billion. Cred leads in credit card bill value, even outpacing PhonePe. Yulu scales EV rentals for gig workers in the quick commerce boom. Esports giant Garena returns with Free Fire Max India Cup. And BigBasket ropes in a new CFO from Amazon, HUL. Tune in for sharp startup and tech updates.

In today's Market Minutes, we break down Friday's smart recovery in the markets and what could drive Nifty's next move. IT stocks and ICICI Bank led the charge, but pressure lingered on capital market plays post SEBI's action against Jane Street. We also spotlight key Q1 business updates from Dabur, Godrej Consumer, Nykaa, and more, along with Tata Steel's regulatory challenge and Senco Gold's strong retail performance. On the global front, US tariffs return to focus with Trump shifting the goalposts on tariffs deadline for nations that haven't finalised trade agreements with the US. Meanwhile, the India-US trade may be finalised in less than 48 hours. In the commodities market, crude oil prices edge lower as OPEC+ stirs oil markets with a bigger-than-expected production hike. Plus, we wrap up with India's historic Test cricket triumph at Edgbaston under Shubman Gill's captaincy.  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 today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks, find a full 360 degree coverage of the market regulator SEBI's crackdown on Jane Street. From why this matters and its impact to our previous news breaks two months ago that predicted SEBI's likely action - you will get the full lowdown on the latest developments on our website. Besides this, read about the India US trade deal negotiations, why the Sangh wants the original Preamble restored and a humorous piece on Edgbaston's literary connection.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, India sees a strategic opening as Foxconn pulls 300 Chinese engineers from Apple factories. Over a dozen startups, including Meesho and PhysicsWallah, are prepping for IPOs worth nearly Rs 20,000 crore. Generative AI is transforming India's IT sector, reducing reliance on mass hiring. And Sarvam AI begins training the country's first sovereign large language model, backed by a Rs 1,500 crore government push. All that and more in today's top startup and tech updates.

SEBI bars Jane Street from India's securities market, delivering a sharp blow to the US trading firm. What does this mean for foreign players in India's derivatives space? We also track key triggers that could shape Nifty's next move amid global trade uncertainty and expiry-led volatility. Plus, spotlight on Bajaj Finance, Marico, and Vedanta after their Q1 updates. And in our Voice of the Day, Nirav Karkera of Fisdom Research highlights the sectors poised to lead the upcoming earnings season. 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.

There may be an India-US trade deal breakthrough soon. CII President Rajiv Memani shares insights about what may be on the cards. After Foxconn sends Chinese workers home, Apple must prepare for replacements to scale India manufacturing operations. Taking the confidential IPO route, Meesho files papers with SEBI - find the details on all this and more on today's edition of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Meesho's confidential move toward a billion-dollar IPO, Bizongo's founders and investors coming under the EOW's scanner, Mobikwik's entry into stock broking, and Catamaran's plans to recreate a Cloudtail-style success in Indian precision manufacturing. Tune in for the day's biggest startup and tech headlines.

Markets turned cautious as Nifty slipped below key support levels in intra-day trade on July 2, with financials dragging and midcaps snapping an 8-session winning streak. Traders are gearing up for another choppy session on weekly expiry day. In stocks to watch, all eyes are on a major block deal in Nykaa, while Avenue Supermarts, PNB, Indian Bank and Voltas are also in focus. The US has sealed a trade deal with Vietnam, securing zero tariffs on American goods and full access to Vietnamese markets. Meanwhile, Foxconn pulls out Chinese workers from its India unit, and Microsoft announces fresh layoffs impacting 4% of its global workforce. Also in our Voice Of The Day Segment, Vinit Bolinjkar—Head of Research, Ventura Securities shares his outlook on the auto sector. 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.

Details on ICICI Prudential Asset Management Co's expected IPO, HDB Financial Services' trading debut & what listing a company of this scale costs, the popularity of monsoon getaways after a slump in summer tourism - all this and more in today's Moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode green shoots in India's startup job market, with hiring up and layoffs down. Nykaa's early investor Banga family is cashing out Rs 1,400 crore worth of shares. Swiggy shuts its storefront platform Minis. The Centre rolls out new ride-hailing rules legalising bike taxis and capping surge fares. And finally, India bets big on deep tech with a Rs 1 lakh crore RDI scheme. Tune in for the sharpest startup and tech stories!

The Nifty managed to shut shop above the 25,500 mark despite a muted trading session, with PSU banks and Reliance leading the gains. In today's episode, Nandita Khemka breaks down the market action, global cues and the next big trigger for the market. In stock spotlight: Asian Paints faces a CCI probe, Hero MotoCorp rides on robust June sales, Lupin secures USFDA approval, and JSW Energy signs a major battery storage deal in Rajasthan. Plus, all eyes are on HDB Financial's market debut and Crizac's IPO. In our Voice of the Day segment, Ambit's Siddharth Bothra shares his insights on riding the consumption wave.  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.

Apple to gain revenue surge as big bet on India pays off, Indian billionaires defy market volatility, RBI plans to mop up liquidity and a mini US trade deal may see compromises from both parties even as a detailed agreement is scheduled for fall 2025. Listen to all this and more on the latest episode of Moneycontrol Editor's Picks newsletter.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the boardroom drama delaying KKR's exit from Avendus Capital, Shadowfax's confidential Rs 2,000 crore IPO filing, and why Apple's MacBooks and iPads are booming in India. We also spotlight Binance CEO Richard Teng's take on India's crypto hesitation and Bhutan's bold crypto bet. Plus, Francisco D'Souza explains why the future of IT services lies in AI-powered human-machine collaboration.

India's GST journey has completed eight years. While the concept of one nation one tax has delivered revenues and high buoyancy for the government, critics say that the one tax ideal has been lost. Multiplicity of rates and their application has made the process muddy. On the other hand, government believes that with detection rising and more companies coming under the tax net, the gains far outweigh the troubles. Amidst noise of rationalising rates and making processes simple, what's the next step

Indian markets break a 4-day winning streak as the Nifty ends with a triple-digit loss, but midcaps continue to shine. In today's episode, Nandita Khemka breaks down the key market cues, sectoral trends, and stock-specific news—from auto sales expectations to Bharat Forge's business transfer and Sona BLW's plans to manufacture rare earth magnets. Also on radar: the latest on India-US trade talks, macro data, global cues, and new IPO listings. Don't miss HDFC Securities' Dhiraj Relli's sectoral outlook in our Voice of the Day segment. 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.

From a confidential Rs 1,200 crore IPO filing by Manipal Payment to Elon Musk's Starlink inching closer to Indian skies, today's lineup spans M&A, pharma deals, private equity churn, and geopolitical tensions. Plus, Sanjeev Sanyal outlines India's export challenge, and C Uday Bhaskar decodes China's military purge.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the return of new-age IPOs with Curefoods, Wakefit, and Pine Labs collectively eyeing Rs 4,000 crore in fresh capital. Jumbotail becomes the latest unicorn with a $120 million round. Infra.Market secures $50 million in new debt funding ahead of its IPO, and the Centre readies a national GCC framework to tackle India's tech talent crunch. Tune in for your daily dose of startup and tech news.

Revamped Consumer Price Index to provide item-level data for granular approach to policymaking, Virat Kohli starts new innings with a Rs 40 crore investment in sports goods startup Agilitas and Torrent Pharmaceuticals revives talks with KKR to acquire its stake in JB Pharma. We examine the hype vs the returns on thematic mutual funds and tell you about the groundbreaking new stem cell therapy to treat type I diabetes. Tune in.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Virat Kohli's Rs 40 crore investment in Agilitas and his deeper role in building a sportswear empire. We then decode the DRHPs of Pine Labs and Wakefit as they prep for IPO glory. And finally, we break down why ride-hailing fares in Bengaluru are rising from driver tips to platform fees and what regulators plan to do about it.

India needs to align its economic aspirations to its ambitious climate goals. The effects of climate change are upon us even as we speak. The only way to mitigate the crisis is to evolve solutions that are responsive, scalable and sustainable. Climate technology is a key tool in the efforts to cool the planet. In this episode, we speak to the co-founders of Cancrie and Worldomate – two innovators in India's buzzing startup ecosystem who are devising creative, localised solutions that address the country's energy reality. Mahi Singh from Cancrie and Shubham Gujar from Worldomate share learnings and insights from their startup journeys which accelerated ahead with the help of the ENTICE programme, powered by the Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP). They tell us how a solutions mindset makes a product truly great, why original ideas need to be modified to suit market needs, and how platforms like ENTICE can open doors to a world of possibilities.

JSW Paints nears a blockbuster deal for AkzoNobel India, while Raphe mPhibr's $100M raise marks a milestone for India's defence sector. IPOs and block deals surge as markets stay buoyant. From mutual fund trends to new auto and pharma pushes—and a proud moment in space—today's edition packs all this and more.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Raphe mPhibr's record $100 million defence-tech funding, Pine Labs filing for a $300 million IPO, and Swiggy CEO Sriharsha Majety's comments on Rapido's zero-commission food delivery model. Also in the mix, Binny Bansal's $20 million bet on AI startup ShopOS, and a deep dive into why India's quick commerce market could touch $30 billion by 2030.

Adani Energy could likely acquire the transmission assets of Megha Engineering including Western UP Power Transmission. In capital markets, NSE IPO plans could soon return on track as SEBI is likely to grant a NOC by the end of July. Goldman Sachs is betting big on India and has called India a “core pillar” of its Asia growth strategy. Meanwhile, India's trade talks with the US have hit a roadblock due to New Delhi's firm stance on digital sovereignty, public health, and agricultural livelihoods.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down NPCI's massive 42% profit jump and what's driving it, Lenskart's bold IPO strategy to skip confidential DRHP route, and Giva's Rs 530 crore raise to go big on lab-grown diamonds. Plus, we dive into the rise of “beauty fintech”, EMIs for Botox are now a thing! And finally, meet the Indian Air Force pilot who just blasted off to space with SpaceX.

From Moneycontrol Mutual Fund Summit, we spotlight the leading voices on industry trends and growth prospects. We also report on a possible fresh controversy at Indusind as a probe reveals microloan defaults. Meanwhile, a fragile truce in West Asia came as a relief for Indian exporters for whom the middle east is a major market. Also, in a welcome move, the government is planning to extend social security benefits to gig workers. Tune in for all this and more in today's edition of moneycontrol Editor's Picks.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Dream11's parent Dream Sports steps into casual real-money gaming with Dream Play, Meesho trims its board as it gears up for IPO, and Mirae Asset India's VC head Ashish Dave resigns. We also break down Karnataka's proposed bills to curb fake news and hate speech and why experts are raising red flags. Plus, a quick look at tech CEO paychecks. Tune in for all this and more!

In 1995, China produced as many rare earth elements as the United States and 10 times more than India. Fast forward 30 years, and China's production capacity is nearly 100 times that of India and six times that of the US. Today, it accounts for over 80 percent of rare earth element imports by India, the US, and South Korea—and its dominance has only grown over the past decade. In high-value products such as permanent magnets, China controls more than 60 percent of the global supply chain. With Chinese trade restrictions increasingly disrupting access to these critical elements, can India—and the world—realistically hope to reduce dependence on Beijing?

We take a deep look at how a prolonged conflict between Iran and Israel could impact the Indian oil import bill, trade, and investments. Though the market rebounded after opening jitters, concerns over a regional war remain. Meanwhile, India has been slowly gearing up for energy independence with a thrust on renewables. It is also racing ahead to develop AI compute power — the world's next strategic resource — positioning itself as a key player in the global tech economy.

In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the Kamath brothers' Rs 250 crore investment in InCred, India's game-changing 100% GPU subsidy for AI model builders, and why the falling rupee isn't all good news for Indian IT giants. We also dive into Rainmatter's refreshing investment philosophy and the explosive rise of bite-sized micro-dramas in India. Tune in for sharp, updates from the world of startups, tech, and business.

Find out why HDB Financials arrived at an IPO price far below the prevailing unlisted market price. Dive into the Sun TV family saga, its backdrop, context and how the feud has affected the Sun TV share price. Also check out: India's rare earth self-reliance, South Delhi's independent floor market boom and the humble banana's soaring popularity.