4936: Deepinder Goyal's Temple gets investor blessings; Govt dials down on Sanchar Saathi; and Groww dominates new SIP registrations in October | MC Tech3

Moneycontrol examines the rupee’s slide from all angles - from its impact on investors and industries to what this can entail for monetary policy. Also read about Indigo’s flight backlog, how a major decision has Meesho’s investors split, the latest on Sanchar Saathi app controversy & investor Michael Burry’s caution on the AI bubble - tune in to Moneycontrol editor’s picks for all this and more news.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the government’s rollback of the Sanchar Saathi pre installation plan, Meesho’s Valmo overtaking Delhivery in shipment volumes, and Uttar Pradesh’s aggressive pitch to become India’s semiconductor hub. We also track Ola Foods’ sudden pause in operations amid a broader portfolio rethink, plus a quick update on Pine Labs’ first quarterly numbers post listing.

Inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: The uproar set off by Sanchar Saathi and views from experts and smartphone makers on the topic, Union New and Renewable Energy Minister Pralhad Joshi’s interview on India’s RE leadership, LTIMindtree’s CEO speaks on human mentored agentic AI and how the bots must qualify at performance reviews or get ‘fired’. Tune in for all this and more.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down four major stories shaping India’s tech and startup ecosystem. Deepinder Goyal’s wearables venture Temple is lining up a $50 million seed round, the government’s Sanchar Saathi mandate triggers a sharp privacy debate, Groww captures nearly half of all new SIP registrations in October, and Meesho’s IPO anchor book sees overwhelming demand with over 32 times oversubscription.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down four major stories shaping India’s tech and startup ecosystem. Deepinder Goyal’s wearables venture Temple is lining up a $50 million seed round, the government’s Sanchar Saathi mandate triggers a sharp privacy debate, Groww captures nearly half of all new SIP registrations in October, and Meesho’s IPO anchor book sees overwhelming demand with over 32 times oversubscription.

Inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: The government’s plan for bank mergers, what triggered Mehli Mistry’s resignation from Ratan Tata’s pet project, the tightening cybersecurity net, labour secretary’s interview on how labour reforms actually offset additional costs for employers. Besides, learn about Rupee’s slide, Myntra’s new pastures and big updates from the tech world. Tune in!

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Myntra’s next wave of global expansion, LTIMindtree’s decision to halt new H-1B filings, and Skyroot’s warning on the global small-rocket shortage. We also discuss the government’s directive to preinstall the Sanchar Saathi cybersecurity app on all smartphones and why influencers are still struggling to adapt to new AI-labelling rules

Inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: What made India’s growth momentum beat Trump tariff related drag, how Apple is cementing roots in the world’s second-largest smartphone market, a deep dive into what it takes to build an AI data centre, and how drugmakers are doubling down on efforts to battle lung ailments. Tune in for all this and more.

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down a packed day in tech and startups, from Apax Partners entering exclusivity to buy a major stake in iD Fresh Food, to Meesho’s IPO millionaires. We also dive deeper into the sudden funding rush for baby-care and rapid-delivery startups, India’s massive AI data-centre buildout, and a major shuffle in November’s EV two-wheeler rankings as Vida displaces Ola Electric.

Markets hit fresh record highs for the first time in 14 months but slipped into consolidation ahead of key macro data releases. All eyes are now on India’s Q2 GDP numbers, expected between 7% and 7.5%, as well as the latest IIP and forex data. In global cues, Asian markets trade mixed as U.S. futures remain muted after Thanksgiving, while the dollar heads for its steepest weekly drop in four months and oil rises on renewed hopes of a Ukraine peace deal. Back home, Whirlpool’s block deal, Adani Enterprises’ latest acquisition, and Meesho’s upcoming IPO are among the key stock stories in focus. And in our Voice of the Day segment, listen in to Amit Kumar Gupta of Fintrekk Capital on what’s next for markets after the record run. 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.