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Tune in to this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks for our in-depth coverage of the Bihar election results - from the big picture view to what resonated with voters, the new M-Y axis and takeaways for the losers. Also find our coverage from policy, to markets, to corporate deals, including an interview with Tata Steel’s Managing Director TV Narendran who weighs in on India’s manufacturing capability.

Swiggy to move HQ from Bengaluru's Bellandur to Whitefield; DPDP rules are here and Peak XV strikes gold with Groww, Pine Labs | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down Swiggy’s big HQ shift from Bellandur to Whitefield as Bengaluru’s tech corridors quietly reorganise. We also unpack the government’s newly notified DPDP rules and what the long compliance runway means for companies. Then, a look at Peak XV Partners’ blockbuster outcomes from Groww and Pine Labs. And finally, why Donald Trump’s sudden softening on H-1B visas may not change much for India’s tech workforce.

Inflation’s mixed story, Andhra’s FDI catch up, &; why govt’s going slow on RE generation | MC Editor's Picks

Moneycontrol expose on misuse of prop-trading accounts prompts SEBI to act, CBDT seeks precise definition of “data centre” for tax exemptions, jewellery sales surge despite record gold prices, and InterGlobe aviation is set to join Sensex. Also find our reports on the government's renewables policy, Andhra’s renewed FDI push, inflation’s mixed story, and more in this episode of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

Manipal Group's Ranjan Pai submits bid for Byju's; BPMs ride the AI wave, outpacing IT peers; India’s Rs 1 lakh cr bet on quantum, chips and Flutter takes $556 mn hit on Junglee | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack Ranjan Pai’s bid for Byju’s parent Think & Learn, marking a crucial chapter in the edtech firm's bankruptcy saga. We then decode how BPM firms like Genpact, EXL, and Firstsource are outpacing IT peers, powered by AI-led transformation. Also on the show: India’s Rs 1 lakh crore push into quantum, semiconductors, and AI; the gaming sector’s big write-downs including Flutter's $556 mn hit; and PhysicsWallah’s IPO closing nearly 2x subscribed.

Rajnath Singh exclusive, UpGrad-Unacademy in talks & inside Finance Bill 2026 | MC Editor's Picks

Tune in for an exclusive interview with Rajnath Singh on India’s defence capabilities, find out the extent of damage from a prop trading scam unearthed in Surat, learn about the acquisition talks between UpGrad and Unacademy for and discover the key GST reforms that are likely to be included in the Finance Bill 2026. Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks has all this and more top headlines from the day.

It's raining hikes at GCCs, ER&D firms; RuPay chips away at Visa, Mastercard; and Why PW's Prateek Maheshwari is confident about IPO pricing | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Groww’s blockbuster IPO wraps up with 18x subscription, while Pine Labs sees a 13% subscription steady Day 1. It’s raining hikes at GCCs and ER&D firms as deep tech talent drives 30–40% pay jumps. RuPay chips away at Visa and Mastercard’s market share with UPI-linked credit cards. And PhysicsWallah’s Prateek Maheshwari tells us why the edtech’s Rs 3,480-crore IPO is all about confidence, not cashing out.

Shifting trade map, Arattai slides down rankings; Amol Muzumdar’s Chak De moment | MC Editor's Picks

Inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: India’s shifting export map and progress on trade talks, consumer brands ready for winter demand, expected rise in smartphone prices, Arattai’s slide in popularity ranking and women’s team coach Amol Muzumdar’s redeeming moment. Tune in for all this and more in our newsletter that highlights the day’s top stories.

SEBI open to MF plea, spotlight on Lenskart IPO & sunset for debit cards | MC Editor's Picks

Inside the day’s Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks: SEBI is open to weigh reasonable requests from Mutual Funds, October was a busy month for IPOs, wild speculations on RRP semiconductors stock, Starlink conducts demos that Eutelsat Oneweb completed earlier this year, Bihar’s poll promises to add to fiscal burden and much more.

Lenskart IPO gets fully subscribed on Day 1; Sauce VC readies $80 mn fund for consumer push; and Mumbai’s AI film fest gets star power | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the biggest stories shaping India’s tech and startup scene. Lenskart’s IPO dazzles with full subscription on Day 1, Sauce VC stirs up an $80 million fund for homegrown consumer brands, and Mumbai’s AI Film Festival draws Bollywood’s brightest. Plus, Apple's record-breaking India quarter, powered by booming iPhone 17 sales and expanding local manufacturing.

Free Gemini for Jio users, Fed rate cut impact & how pensioners gain with Central pay revisions | MC Editor's Picks

From macroeconomic policy to corporate milestones, in this edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks find analysis on US federal reserve rate cut, a report on buzzing deals in the banking sector, exclusive interviews with Groww’s leadership, Jio’s free access to Gemini Pro AI and how NVIDIA’s milestone market cap has made winners across the globe.

Groww’s Lalit Keshre picks time in market over IPO timing; Swiggy posts Rs 1,092 cr loss, to raise Rs 10,000 crore via QIP; Microsoft bets big on India’s developer boom | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top stories from India’s tech and startup world. Groww’s CEO Lalit Keshre opens up on the fintech’s much-awaited IPO and why “time in the market matters more than timing the market.” Swiggy reports losses but plans a Rs 10,000 crore QIP to boost Instamart’s growth. Plus, Microsoft bets big on India’s developer boom, and Reliance teams up with Google to offer Jio users free access to Gemini AI Pro.

How Bengaluru-based Pantherun rewrote data security playbook; Fixed Deposits coming to Zerodha soon; Lenskart GMP declines and Boat gets Sebi nod for IPO | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack how Bengaluru-based Pantherun Technologies is rewriting the rules of data security with a handshake-free encryption breakthrough. Then, we look at Zerodha’s shift to fixed deposits, the latest buzz around Lenskart’s IPO and its cooling grey market premium, and finally, boAt’s parent company securing SEBI approval for its Rs 1,500-crore public issue.

Inside Vidit Aatrey's Meesho playbook , Perfios CEO on Why AI adoption in BFSI is slow and Oracle’s AI ambulances, and WazirX’s big comeback | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we dive into the marathon journey of Meesho’s Vidit Aatrey as he gears up for a Rs 4,250 crore IPO, why Perfios CEO says AI adoption in India’s banking sector is still at an experimentation stage, Oracle’s surprising new bet on AI-powered ambulances, and WazirX’s long-awaited return after a crippling cyberattack.

Govt tightens IT Rules on deepfakes; Diwali, GST cuts fuel UPI spike in Oct; Zoho to take on PhonePe and Google Pay with new payments app | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol we bring you the top stories shaping India’s tech and startup ecosystem. The government proposes stricter IT Rules to regulate deepfakes, ensuring clear labeling and transparency. UPI transactions surge this October, fueled by Diwali shopping and GST cuts. Zoho prepares to launch Zoho Pay, aiming to compete with Google Pay and PhonePe. Plus, India Quotient raises $129 million for its fifth fund, signaling renewed investor confidence in early-stage Indian startups.

Govt plans to merge small lenders with big banks; Emirates NBD to acquire 51% stake in RBL Bank; RBI boosts gold reserves | MC Editor's Picks

The Centre is planning to merge smaller public sector banks with larger banks such as Punjab National Bank, Bank of Baroda, and SBI by FY27. Emirates NBD’s India unit is likely to acquire a 51% stake in RBL Bank. Only about 20% of stocks are cheap today, and even that comes with legitimate concerns, as 50-60% of stocks trade in an overvalued zone, said Maran Govindasamy.

CoinDCX gets a funding boost from Coinbase, Logistics firms are bracing for Diwali rush and a new credit rating agency enters the ring | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Coinbase makes a fresh bet on CoinDCX at a $2.45 billion valuation, eyeing India and the Middle East as the next crypto frontier. Logistics firms race against the festive clock as Diwali deliveries go into overdrive. India to get a new credit rating agency after nearly a decade, shaking up the scorecard. And Paytm cleans house with a major internal restructuring.

LG’s blockbuster debut, Google’s big Andhra bet, and a festive market buzz | MC Editor's Picks

LG Electronics India made a stunning stock market debut with a 50% premium — the best since Zomato’s 2021 listing — while Andhra Pradesh pulled off a major win by securing Google’s $10 billion data centre investment in Visakhapatnam through deft policy moves. Meanwhile, Piramal Finance and KKR are exploring exits from their insurance investments, the government is turning to quick commerce apps to ensure GST rate cuts reach consumers, and new EPF withdrawal rules promise more clarity but longer wait times. As Bihar gears up for elections with women voters in focus and Indians spend big on luxury overseas travel, the pre-Diwali mood is buoyant.

Google’s $15 bn AI hub in Vizag, Govt’s quick-commerce price watch and Lenskart’s $10 bn IPO buzz | MC tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, get the latest from India’s tech and startup world. Google plans a $15 billion AI hub in Visakhapatnam, creating over one lakh jobs and strengthening India’s AI infrastructure. The government is tracking GST price cuts in real-time using quick-commerce platforms, ensuring festive savings reach shoppers. Meanwhile, Lenskart’s grey market valuation hits $10 billion ahead of its IPO, and BHIM reports revenue and expenditure figures after its spin-off from NPCI.

What sparked Tata Trusts rift, LG’s historic IPO & India’s magnet push | MC Editor's Picks

In this edition of Editor’s Picks, we break down what sparked off Tata Trust’s rift, whether LG India’s IPO success reflects long-term sustainability, and India’s festive season spending habits. Also, on the death anniversary of industrialist Ratan Tata, find pieces by five writers who knew him well as they share memories of the legendary business leader.

Raymond’s Andhra push, gold ETF sets record, Anthropic prepares for India debut | MC Editor's Picks

Raymond Group is betting big on Andhra Pradesh with plans to establish aerospace and auto parts manufacturing facilities in the state. Tata Capital’s IPO was fully subscribed on the final day and most analysts remain confident about the company’s long term prospects. PM Modi pitched for India’s telecom sector, pushing for domestic innovations and manufacturing. In other news: gold ETFs set a record, Mizuho is nearing Avendus deal and Asus wants the top spot in the Indian laptop market.

Arattai vs rivals, Bihar race heats up, Anthropic eyes India & platinum shines | MC Editor's Picks

Tata Trusts and Tata Sons may have a plan to relieve the debt-laden SP group. Platinum dulls the shine of gold and silver, with prices surging 80% in 2025. Find an exclusive interview of Zoho CEO Mani Vembu as he talks about Arattai’s “right to win” in a crowded marketplace. In other tech news, Anthropic CEO will explore collaborations with India in his upcoming visit, while PayPal is content connecting India to the world. Also find an analysis on partywise performance in Bihar elections and what that predicts for the November contest. All this and more in the day’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

Arattai vs rivals, Bihar race heats up, Anthropic eyes India & platinum shines | MC Editor's Picks

Tata Trusts and Tata Sons may have a plan to relieve the debt-laden SP group. Platinum dulls the shine of gold and silver, with prices surging 80% in 2025. Find an exclusive interview of Zoho CEO Mani Vembu as he talks about Arattai’s “right to win” in a crowded marketplace. In other tech news, Anthropic CEO will explore collaborations with India in his upcoming visit, while PayPal is content connecting India to the world. Also find an analysis on partywise performance in Bihar elections and what that predicts for the November contest. All this and more in the day’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks.

Southern states to benefit most from GST rate cuts; Apple’s India playbook: Network of 17 partners; PhonePe files IPO papers | MC Editor's Picks

Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka are set to gain the most from GST rate cuts and may see the steepest drop in inflation. PhonePe has filed IPO papers with Sebi for via the confidential route, seeking to raise around Rs 12,000 crore. Meanwhile, Apple has built a network of 17 equipment and tooling partners in India over the past two years, in a move to localise its supply chain.

PhonePe’s Rs 12,000 crore IPO, Prosus eyes $350 mn bet on Rapido, Apple ramps up iPhone machinery production in India, Ultraviolette plans mass-market EV factory | MC Tech3

In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech stories of the day. PhonePe files draft papers through confidential route for a mega Rs 12,000 crore IPO, while Rapido secures a $350 million investment from Prosus. Apple ramps up iPhone machinery manufacturing in India to reduce China dependency, and the Trump administration’s wage-based H-1B plan could reshape Indian IT. Plus, we sat down with Ultraviolette founders as the EV maker prepares a new factory and a mass-market push.

India’s market cap surge, Infra.Market’s fund raise & the GenZ powered boost to tourism | MC Editor's Picks

In this edition, we have two interesting interviews - economist Kaushik Basu argues that closer India-China engagement is necessary even as India competes with its neighbour and Abakkus Asset Manager founder Sunil Singhania tells us that India Inc must shift its focus from margin protection to growth. Also find reportage on India’s market cap surge, why US Fed rate cuts are unlikely to draw FPIs to India, Infra.Market’s funding round and how GenZ is powering spiritual and cultural tourism this festive season.