PODCAST
Davos despatch, Sridhar Vembu exclusive & how Ixigo dodged IndiGo chaos | MC Editor's Picks
As WEF wraps up in Davos, Moneycontrol gets you the latest despatches from the event - find interviews with Infosys CEO Salil Parekh, Paolo Dal Cin (global lead for cybersecurity at Accenture) and Karnataka IB Minister MB Patil. In other news - the pressure continued on Indian stocks and the Rupee, local family run jewellery stores are feeling a liquidity squeeze, learn about the sweat and blood that went into making of the India-EU trade deal and how Ixigo was an unlikely gainer from IndiGo’s crisis. Also inside: an interview with Zoho’s Sridhar Vembu. Tune in!
BUSINESS
KRM Ayurveda IPO closes with over 64 times subscription; Shayona Engineering offer booked 1.34 times on day 2
KRM Ayurveda will finalise IPO share allotment by January 27, and its equity shares will be available for trading on the NSE Emerge effective January 29.
BUSINESS
HCLTech to acquire Singapore-based wealth consulting firm Finergic for $14.88 million
This is HCLTech’s fourth acquisition in in less than three months. Previously, HCLTech acquired HPE’s Telco Solutions business for $160 million, AI startup Wobby for $5.2 million and Jaspersoft for $240 million.
BUSINESS
US hedge fund picks up additional 1.5% stake in Antony Waste Handling Cell; Plutus Wealth pares take in Ecos India, Rategain Travel
Antony Waste Handling Cell shares soared 13.8 percent to close at four-month high of Rs 570.75 amid high volumes, decisively surpassing above all key moving averages in a single session.
INDIA
Why European Union’s presence at Republic Day parade has alarmed Khalistani groups & ISI
The EU is in the final stages of negotiating an FTA with India that could cover a market of about two billion people and nearly a quarter of global GDP
BUSINESS
Swan Defence awarded $227m contract to build six chemical tankers for Norwegian shipping firm
Swan Defence said in a release that the contract is one of the largest that has ever been awarded to a commercial shipbuilding firm in India
BUSINESS
India-focused funds face renewed outflows as anti-dollar trades drive global flows: Elara Capital
At the global level, the report said the anti-dollar theme remains firmly in play. GEM fund inflows accelerated to a record $8 billion in the latest week, following $6.6 billion the previous week, marking the strongest inflow phase since January–March 2023.
BUSINESS
FII/FPIs net sell Indian equities worth Rs 4113 crore while DIIs net bought Rs 4103 crore on January 23
For the year so far, FIIs have been net sellers of shares worth Rs 40810 crore, while DIIs have net bought shares worth Rs 54821 crore.
PODCAST
Juspay becomes 2026’s first unicorn; Infy to hire 20,000 graduates in FY27; Accenture's new Bengaluru physical AI security lab and Zoho is scaling operations in rural towns of Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh | MC Tech3
In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the biggest startup and technology stories shaping the day. Juspay becomes 2026’s first unicorn after a $50 million funding round, signalling renewed momentum in fintech. Infosys outlines its plan to hire 20,000 fresh graduates in FY27, even as AI reshapes IT services. Accenture announces a new physical AI security lab in Bengaluru. And from Kumbakonam, we report on Zoho’s expansion plans and the launch of its AI-native ERP platform.
BUSINESS
Small town, Big tech: Sridhar Vembu on Zoho’s rural push, AI Bubble, SaaS consolidation & many more
In this conversation, Zoho founder and chief scientist Sridhar Vembu explains why the company is expanding its operations in Kumbakonam and how rural India fits into Zoho’s long-term technology strategy. He details plans to grow the local workforce from 250 to 2,000 employees and describes the hub-and-spoke model that connects R&D with regional development. The interview also covers Zoho’s entry into the ERP market, a space dominated by global players like SAP and Oracle, and why the company believes an India-first, AI-native ERP can compete globally. Vembu shares his views on the AI investment bubble, foundational models versus applied AI, SaaS consolidation, and why patient, long-term R&D matters. From small-town expansion to global technology ambitions, this conversation highlights how Zoho is building products and talent outside traditional tech hubs.
INDIA
Rajasthan: Two life convicts fall in love in jail, granted parole for marriage
Both were placed in an open jail in Sanganer, Rajasthan -- a setup where inmates have comparatively more freedom and interaction than in conventional jails.
BUSINESS
Moj launches Rs 20-crore micro drama accelerator to back India’s next storytellers
The programme is designed to scout, fund and groom upcoming storytellers creating episodic micro dramas -- bite-sized series built for mobile-first audiences
BUSINESS
Live: DAVOS 2026 Day 5 Highlights: Elon Musk, AI Innovations & India’s Investment Pitch
Catch Day 5 of Davos 2026 with exclusive insights from Elon Musk on AI, tech, and the global economy. Moneycontrol talks to industry leaders, including Uttar Pradesh FM Suresh Khanna on ₹6 lakh crore MoUs, Infosys CEO on AI-driven opportunities, and Smriti Irani on women-led enterprises and global investments. Explore how innovation, policy, and business shape the future!
BUDGET
Budget 2026 Decoded ? Key Terms You Must Know | Inflation, Taxes & Spending
India’s Union Budget 2026 will be presented on February 1, marking the first time the Budget is tabled on a Sunday. With rising inflation, global uncertainty, and a 50% U.S. tariff on Indian exports, this Budget is more important than ever. In this video, we break down key Budget terms like inflation, fiscal policy, capital expenditure, revenue receipts, and more—in simple language anyone can understand.
INDIA
Pakistani Jaish terrorist gunned down in encounter with security forces in J&K’s Kathua
The development comes closely on the heels of a coordinated operation in which Jammu and Kashmir Police, working with other security agencies, uncovered three terrorist hideouts in the Billawar areas merely 10 days ago
BUSINESS
IndusInd Bank initiates disciplinary action against officials over past accounting lapses
In a note to accounts, the bank said it had assessed the roles and responsibilities of individuals involved in earlier irregularities and fixed accountability in line with its internal code of conduct.
BUSINESS
Davos 2026: Jharkhand makes WEF debut, pitches green industrialisation
At its first appearance at World Economic Forum, Hemant Soren-led Jharkhand government outlined its investment plans and policy priorities, with Tata Steel reiterating a Rs 11,000-crore green steel investment in the state
INDIA
PM Modi targets DMK with ‘CMC’ jibe as he sounds NDA's poll bugle in Tamil Nadu: 'Countdown has begun...'
The Prime Minister stated that the DMK was given a clear mandate twice, but the trust of the people of Tamil Nadu was broken, adding that many promises were made by the party but no work was delivered
BUSINESS
Shares of smallcap EV maker settle 15% higher on BSE despite broader market selloff
The shares of the company have now advanced for the second consecutive session, gaining over 20 percent during this period.
BUSINESS
Urban Company Q3 results: Firm remains in red with Rs 21-crore loss, revenue rises 33%
The Gurugram-based firm's total expenses, meanwhile, increased 43 percent YoY to Rs 432.83 crore in the December quarter, compared to Rs 301.90 in Q3 FY25. Urban Company's expenses stood at Rs 461.73 crore in the September quarter.
POLITICS
'Why so afraid?': SC junks plea seeking to retrain ED from accessing I-PAC functionary's seized phone
The device was confiscated during searches on January 8 at I-PAC's Delhi office as part of the probe into alleged money-laundering and linked irregularities.
INDIA
‘Dead economy’ jibe returns as Rahul Gandhi flags impact of 50% US tariffs on textiles: 'Modi ji, you are accountable...'
50 per cent US tariffs and uncertainty are badly hurting India’s textile exporters, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi said on X
BUSINESS
Business in the Week Ahead: January 26-30, 2026
Corporate results and US Federal Reserve meeting are the key events to track
PODCAST
The roadmap for globally competitive Indian MSMEs | Easwaran Subramanian, Partner, Deloitte India | MC Unusual Suspects
As one of India’s largest employers, the micro small and medium enterprises have a big impact. They have a significant share in India’s exports and play a vital role in global supply chains. While domestic MSMEs are striving to rise to their full potential, global uncertainty makes this actualization a challenge. On this episode of Unusual Suspects, host Gaurav Choudhury is joined by Easwaran Subramanian, Partner, Deloitte India to discuss how Budget 2026 can address the needs of India’s MSME sector. Tune in for ideas ranging from AI-assisted collateral free lending to creating economies of scope via globally competitive clusters and much more.
