5094: Nvidia, Accel, HCLTech eye Sarvam’s $250M round; InstaHelp, Snabbit and Pronto’s funding sprint; and UPI continues its robust growth but subsidy friction persists | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, OpenAI appoints JioStar CEO Kiran Mani to lead its Asia-Pacific expansion, signalling a sharper focus on the region. Dream Sports enters stock broking with its new platform Dream Street, targeting retail investors with AI-led tools. And Cashify moves ahead with IPO plans, appointing ICICI Securities, JM Financial and Nomura as bankers, even as market uncertainty persists.

In this episode, presented by Moneycontrol in collaboration with Giving Pi, host Gaurav Choudhury speaks to GivingPi Founders Circle member Sunny Gurpreet Singh, the founder of Roundglass Giving, a philanthropic initiative for social transformation through what he calls “Wholistic Wellbeing”. As a diaspora philanthropist, Singh has redefined what it means to care for a community. His work goes beyond individual sectors, encompassing physical, mental, emotional, and environmental health and underscores the interconnectedness of these dimensions in achieving overall wellbeing.

Sarvam’s fundraising efforts may get global backing, Manipal hospitals files draft papers for IPO, the frontrunners for IPL franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Centre reassures public on availability of adequate energy stock and Indian equities rebound after war-related decline. However, the pressure is on India Inc and is beginning to show up in state finances. All this and more in the latest Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Sarvam is in talks to raise up to $250 million from Nvidia, Accel and HCLTech, marking a major moment for India’s AI ecosystem. We also track rising investor interest in instant home services startups like Snabbit and Pronto. UPI continues its rapid growth toward 240 billion transactions, even as subsidy concerns persist. And finally, India’s media and entertainment industry crosses Rs 2.7 lakh crore, led by digital.

Donald Trump’s announcement of productive talks with Iran brings a much-needed, even if fragile break to war triggered upheavals in the economy. At the same time, the effects of war become more visible across sectors, from steel to real estate. Moneycontrol Eco Pulse Index shows India’s economy was humming along before the war struck. We unpack the impact of the crisis so far and what happens if it drags on. Also inside: IPL ownership race, HDFC Bank’s self examination and the Bajaj Finance strategy. Much more inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Bajaj Finance’s aggressive AI push and how it could reshape lending and operations. We also look at the rapid rise of India’s micro-drama market, set for explosive growth. Plus, Snowflake’s bet on simplifying enterprise AI adoption without large engineering teams. And finally, deeptech momentum continues as AI data centre startup Kluisz looks to raise fresh capital amid rising investor interest.

Rupee slips, Sensex recovers, and Accenture’s strong quarterly performance brings cheer. Our correspondents unravel the HDFC Bank story post the abrupt exit of its chairman, what the entry of generic weight loss drugs could mean for the Indian market and how the Iran war is coming closer to our pockets. Also inside: the new set of income tax rules from April 1st and the nagging worry in the fast growing digital payments sector. All this and more in the latest edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks. Tune in!

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack the delay in UPI subsidy payouts and what it means for fintech players. We also look at how FMCG giants are increasingly acquiring startups to drive growth and innovation. Plus, Accenture’s latest results offer a reality check for India’s IT sector, with AI-led but slower growth ahead. And finally, Flipkart’s CFO exits as the company gears up for a potential IPO.

As the market reacts to skyrocketing fuel costs, our correspondents unpack the implications for India’s energy needs and how the RELIEF scheme for exporters might soften the blow. Also inside: the deal that could be the largest in India’s consumer startup space, reasons behind former HDFC bank chairman’s resignation and what’s on the table as the SEBI board meets on Friday. All this and more in the latest edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

India is finding ways to pay for critical imports amid the war in West Asia; supply chains are adjusting to the crisis; and despite the initial shock at restaurants over LPG scarcity, food deliveries have remained robust. Also find our reports on the Rupee’s trajectory, dealmaking in sports, how the government is pushing for capability in strategic sectors and the anticipation around Dhurandhar II. Tune in to Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.