4506: India gets 25000 crore electronics PLI boost, funding for Smallcase, ChargeBee's new acquisition and partial relief for Google

Today's episode unpacks the biggest financial stories shaping markets, from India’s PMS managers bracing for Trump’s tariffs to foreign investors eyeing IPOs. We also spotlight Suven Life Sciences' bold bet on CNS drugs, Flipkart’s fintech ambitions, and why Delhiites are clocking the longest work hours. Plus, a special deep dive into Malta’s golden visa program—your potential gateway to Europe. Tune in!

In today’s episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, we break down the Karnataka High Court’s decision to suspend bike taxis, Flipkart’s fintech app Super.Money is soon becoming a unicorn, and UPI’s massive Rs 260 lakh crore transaction milestone. Plus, we dive into AI startup Composio's funding, and the booming lab-grown diamond market. Tune in for all the top tech and startup news!

AI is making its way in smartphones, but is it truly useful or just a marketing buzzword? In this episode, we explore AI-powered features, voice assistants, and whether consumers want AI phones. Are these features enhancing user experience or just flashy add-ons? Tune in.

RBI flags concerns over Shapoorji Pallonji’s $3.3B deal, Zomato lets go of 600 employees, and Vadilal’s stock jumps 13% after a promoter settlement. Plus, India’s GST collections hit an 11-month high, car prices rise from April, and the US market reels from tariff jitters. Also, could Trump find a loophole for a third term? Tune in for all this and more.

In today’s episode of Moneycontrol's Tech3 Podcast, we discuss Zomato’s massive layoffs and its AI shift, Jar’s failed funding deal, Binny Bansal’s Rs 70 crore investment in Plaksha University’s deep-tech institute, Kusha Kapila’s foray into the shapewear market, and OpenAI’s groundbreaking $40 billion funding round. Tune in for the latest updates in tech and startups!

Apple’s M4 MacBook Air is here. Thinner, more powerful, and cooler than ever. But is it a game-changer or just a small step up from the M3? ChatGPT can now remember past chats and adapt to your style. Is it game-changing or a step too far? We break it down.

The government and opposition are clashing again—this time over delimitation. With the process set to begin after the 2026 census, southern states, led by Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, are pushing back against population-based delimitation. Stalin is calling for a 25-year freeze while demanding a "fair" approach—but what’s fair for the South may not be for the North. Tune in as Ishaan Gera discusses the complexities of this debate with Ajit Phadnis, Associate Professor at IIM Indore, and Paras Jasrai, Senior Analyst at India Ratings & Research.

FIIs turn net buyers in March, IndusInd Bank searches for a new CEO, and GIFT City’s aircraft leasing business gains momentum. Meanwhile, RBI’s policy meeting hints at a possible rate cut, Trump’s tariffs put Indian exports on alert, and Bollywood bets big on Salman Khan’s 'Sikandar.' Get all this and more in today’s Moneycontrol 'Editors’ Picks.'

In today’s episode of Tech3 Podcast, we break down India’s latest ₹22,919 crore PLI scheme for passive electronics, the revival of startup funding with Smallcase’s $50M round, and Chargebee’s AI-driven acquisition of Trainn. We also dive into Google’s partial relief in its Play Store case and whether Salman Khan’s Sikandar will live up to Eid box office expectations. Tune in for the top tech and startup stories!

What does it take for a startup to secure funding in India’s competitive ecosystem? In this episode of 'Unusual Suspects,' Archana Jahagirdar, General Partner at Rukam Capital, decodes the D2C boom, the founder-market fit puzzle, and why some startups fail despite a thriving ecosystem. As one of the few solo female GPs in venture capital, Archana shares insights on the role of VC in the next decade, lessons from startup failures, and how diversity in funding can reshape the ecosystem. With 'Startup Maha Kumbh 2025' on the horizon, Archana also discusses its potential impact on deal-making, partnerships, and India's startup scene. Tune in.