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In today’s edition, we spotlight India’s rising homegrown drone industry amid Operation Sindoor and cross-border tensions. From delivery disruptions and IT firms' employee-first approach, to the impact on the IPL and investor strategies during conflict, we break down the top developments. Plus, how banks are ensuring ATM cash flow, what war means for Pakistan’s economy, and how your holiday plans might change. Tune in.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we decode India’s rising drone power post Operation Sindoor, the ripple effect on e-commerce and IT companies, and how travel firms are boycotting Turkey and Azerbaijan. We also break down Swiggy’s Q4 numbers — rising revenue, but soaring losses. Plus, a cyber alert across banks and NPCI as tensions rise.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you a sharp mix of tech and startup news: India orders a ban on all Pakistani OTT content, logistics startup Porter raises $200M and hits unicorn status, and a Flipkart VP gears up to launch a new venture. We also decode why Instagram isn’t paying creators in its largest market, and cover Wells Fargo’s exit from Chennai. Tune in for your daily startup and tech fix.

In the wake of India’s bold cross-border strikes under Operation Sindoor, markets show measured calm, defence stocks dip, air travel faces major disruption, and cyber infrastructure is on high alert. Tune in for the full breakdown.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the impact of India’s cross-border Operation Sindoor — a retaliatory strike following the Pahalgam terror attack. From a sweeping misinformation crackdown across social media to heightened cybersecurity alerts and major travel disruptions, we break it all down. Plus, Info Edge reveals blockbuster returns on its early bets in Zomato and PolicyBazaar, and Sarvam AI drops a new multilingual voice model. Tune in for tech, startup, and geopolitical ripple effects.

India clinches a landmark FTA with the UK, opening up big wins for exports and tariff cuts on whisky and cars. Meanwhile, it squeezes Pakistan’s water supply with fast-tracked hydro projects, and eyes IMF-World Bank funding to up the pressure. Also in focus: LIC’s bold equity moves, a legal twist on Bajaj bonus shares, and Europe’s cold shoulder on India’s data regime. Tune in.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Paytm's mixed Q4 results, the toll of India's heatwave on gig workers, and the stagnation in UPI's merchant payment growth. Also featured are Bengaluru Police's AI-powered emergency assistant, YouTube's vision for AI-driven content creation, and India's potential gains from the UK’s ambitious free trade agreement, which promises to enhance professional mobility and create new global opportunities.

SC strikes down JSW Steel’s Bhushan Power deal; Apple’s India shift could unlock a $14 bn opportunity; SEBI plans a crash course to curb insider trading; India tightens economic pressure on Pakistan; Avaada eyes Rs 5,000 cr IPO; Utpal Sheth on jobs and consumption; Warren Buffett signs off. Tune in.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down how Blinkit, Zepto, and Swiggy Instamart are dominating India’s quick commerce race with over 4 million daily orders. Swiggy shuts down its Genie service, while TCS slashes variable pay and delays hikes for senior staff. In the EV world, TVS edges past Ola in April sales. Plus, YouTube tests a two-person Premium plan in India.

In today’s episode, we feature reports on the Supreme Court's order to liquidate Bhushan Power and Steel, affecting JSW Steel’s acquisition plans. Apple diverts India-made iPhones to the US, and Adobe CEO's insights on India's creator economy. There’s also a revival of Amaravati as a green capital project and an increase in corporate NPS as employees shift to the new tax regime. Plus, MC Insider covers unusual boardroom gossip, including chapatis in CTCs and a wedding-turned-warfare.