Moneycontrol Podcast

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.  

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, a tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad claims lives. We dive into India’s alarming rise in digital arrest scams that have trapped thousands. Bhavish Aggarwal’s Krutrim launches Kruti, India’s first consumer-focused agentic AI. Plus, India’s Global Capability Centres are now a key force in global leadership. Tune in for the top tech and startup stories.

Indian markets continue to consolidate even as the Nifty posts a sixth straight day of gains. In this episode of Market Minutes, Nandita Khemka breaks down the global cues, key support levels and sectoral cues as IT and oil & gas stocks shine while broader indices cool off. Stocks in focus include Sterlite Tech, Hindustan Copper, Zydus Lifesciences, Nazara Tech, Trent, Tata Chemicals. Plus, NSE gets SEBI nod for electricity futures, Pine Labs CFO steps down, and all eyes are on May’s CPI data. In our Voice Of The Day segment, Gaurang Shah of Geojit Financial shares his view on the IT sector post the recent outperformance. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that brings you the top stories to kickstart your trading day—covering stocks in the news, macro trends, and global market cues.

India adds $1 trillion in market value as its stock market rallies to global top five. Stricter sub-broker rules, IPO reshuffles, offshore investment workarounds, and local consulting reforms are in motion. Meanwhile, mortality claims rise post-Covid, bond outflows accelerate, and ministries reveal a telling gap between budget and spending. Tune in to all this and more in our recap of the day’s top stories.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Pine Labs hits a CFO roadblock ahead of its IPO, Slice stages a credit card comeback, Indian SaaS founders relocate to the US to chase the AI wave, Apple’s AI showing at WWDC underwhelms, and SEBI rolls out a new UPI safeguard to prevent fraud. Tune in for the top startup, tech, and business stories!

The Nifty closed flat but held the 25,100 level, gaining for a fifth straight session. IT stocks lent support while heavyweights like HDFC Bank and RIL dragged. In this episode of Market Minutes, Nandita Khemka breaks down key technical levels, expert advice on navigating consolidation phases, and why Maruti, Aditya Birla Capital, IIFL Finance, Kaynes Tech, and liquor stocks are in the spotlight today. Plus, a look at the World Bank’s trimmed global and India growth outlook. In our Voice Of The Day segment, market expert Sunil Subramaniam weighs in on mutual fund trends. Market Minutes is a morning podcast that brings you the top stories to kickstart your trading day—covering stocks in the news, macro trends, and global market cues.

ICICI Prudential AMC is eyeing a massive ₹10,000 crore IPO with a record 17 banks on board, while India considers opening its EV policy to Chinese firms despite geopolitical tensions. In the food delivery wars, Rapido is challenging Zomato-Swiggy with a zero-commission model. Meanwhile, Andhra Pradesh’s push for 10-hour workdays is raising worker rights alarms, and Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make history as India’s next man in space. Also making headlines: AMD’s GPU talks, surging defence stocks, and brands cashing in on the Jagannath Rath Yatra.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we dive into Rapido’s bold foray into food delivery with Ownly, a Mumbai founders’ alliance called TEAM Angels aiming to back early-stage startups, and Info Edge Ventures’ next big bets on AI and SaaS. We also track mid-sized IT firms racing towards the billion-dollar club and bring you the story of India’s next space hero, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, set to fly to the International Space Station on June 11.