Best Fully Functional Parents Podcasts (2025)

With Trump tariffs kicking in from Wednesday, we take a close look at the exports at risk, the sectors fearing job losses and how the markets are faring. Also find our piece on the options on the table for the GST council as India embarks on a mission to rationalise indirect tax rates. And days after the blow to real money gaming firms, find out ho…

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4776: Real money gaming ban hits PhonePe, Razorpay, Big tech expands in India despite Trump's tariffs, Dhan's parent launches Finance AI model Fuzz 7:22

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we look at the ripple effects of India’s real-money gaming ban, which has hit payment firms like Razorpay, PhonePe, Cashfree, and Easebuzz. We then dive into why Big Tech, from Google to OpenAI, is doubling down on India despite US trade tensions. Next, we unpack Raise Financial’s new finance-focused AI model Fuz…

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4775: Nifty likely to move sideways as August 27 tariff deadline looms; Time to nibble into paper stocks? | Market Minutes 9:43

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The Nifty continued to face resistance near 25,000 on Monday, but the market ended in the green, led by IT stocks, while consumption and paper stocks saw strong action. Sensex gained 329 points, and the Midcap index also closed higher, even as financials and select capital market names remained under pressure. Meanwhile, global markets are subdued …

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4774: Dream11’s CEO Harsh Jain opens up on the company's big reset post RMG ban, Amazon & Flipkart in inflation math, & OpenAI’s hiring push in India 7:32

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you Harsh Jain’s exclusive interview with us on the government’s real-money gaming ban that wiped out 95% of Dream11’s revenue, and how the company plans to pursue more sports opportunities with the help of AI. We also decode how Amazon and Flipkart data will soon be part of India’s inflation calculation…

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4773: Will Powell’s rate cut signal revive the bulls? US tariff deadline, Q1 GDP & RIL AGM this week | Market Minutes 8:21

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Indian equity markets snapped a six-day winning streak on Friday, with financials dragging the Nifty below 24,900 even as midcaps continued to outperform. Autos, realty, and consumption names led weekly gains on GST rationalisation hopes, while PSU banks and IT stocks provided some support. US Fed Chair Jerome Powell sends a strong signal of a Sept…

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An Atlas to Bill’s Brain! 13:23

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And the Buffalo Bills stole it!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4772: Exclusive: Ashwini Vaishnaw likens RMG to drug menace & Nitin Gadkari calls out petroleum lobby | MC Editor's Picks 4:19

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Tune in for two Moneycontrol exclusives with Union Minister for Electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnaw and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari. Vaishnaw talks about the road ahead post the ban on real money games and Gadkari addresses a wide range of topics from economic reforms, issues in the auto sector and the Bihar elector…

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4771: President gives assent for online gaming bill, D2C festive rush reaches quick commerce and Ola Electric’s IPO funds Rejig | MC Tech3 5:25

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we start with a big update. The Online Gaming Bill 2025 has received the President’s assent and Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw explains why India banned real money gaming. We also cover how D2C brands are battling the festive quick commerce rush, Ola Electric’s shareholder approval to reallocate IPO proceeds,…

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4770: Indian Diaspora Powering New Possibilities for India’s Social Sector | Andy Kalambi, Chairperson of the Board, ATREE USA 26:42

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In this episode, we explore how members of the Indian diaspora are deepening their engagement with India’s social sector. Andy Kalambi, Chairperson of the Board Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and Environment (ATREE) USA, reflects on his philanthropic journey. He shares why he has chosen to center his efforts on biodiversity and natural capita…

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4769: GST reforms impact, FPIs exit India, RMG ban to hit ads & Apple’s AI strategy | MC Editor's Picks 4:29

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On GST reforms: GoM okays plan to scrap 12% and 28% rates, states seek guarantees to cover revenue loss, and Q3 and Q4 might still see solid earnings from consumer companies. Also inside: FPIs vote with their feet, Sebi chair’s mission to reform capital markets, surge in IT sector M&As, advertisers feel squeeze of RMG ban and more news from the day…

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4768: Dream11 plans to exit real money gaming biz, Bike taxis are back in Karnataka, Pune’s GCC rise & Apple’s third India store | MC Tech3 6:32

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we bring you the top startup and tech stories of the day. Dream11's plan to wind down its real money gaming business as the Online Gaming Bill 2025 heads for Presidential assent. Bike taxis make a cautious comeback in Karnataka after a High Court nudge. Pune is emerging as India’s next big GCC hub, attracting glo…

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4767: Online gaming bill explained, possible GST relief on insurance & thaw in India-China ties 3:38

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In this episode of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, we have 360 degree coverage on the online gaming bill - with a detailed explainer on the law and what it means for you. Also inside: GST reform might make insurance cheaper, our data story on India-China dependency patterns, and news from the capital markets.…

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4766: Online gaming bill clears Lok Sabha, RIP RMG, Infosys employees get bonus, and FirstClub’s big fundraise 8:23

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down the Online Gaming Bill’s lightning passage through Lok Sabha and what it means for India’s $25 billion real-money gaming sector. We also look at the ripple effects on payment firms, the big boost in performance bonuses at Infosys, and FirstClub’s $20 million funding talks with Accel and Paramark.…

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Interesting Thoughts vs Good Ideas! 21:08

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And why are you drinking that soda?? You fool!By Fully Functional Parents

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4765: GST reform rollout: From consumer durable sales impact to a possible double bonanza | MC Editor's Picks 3:57

7d ago3:57

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In this episode of Moneycontrol Editor’s Picks, we have a special focus on the GST reform rollout and its impact on consumer durables, the economy of lottery-dependent states, revenue collection, and the green signal it gives to the RBI to introduce another expected rate cut by the end of 2025.By moneycontrol

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4764: Cabinet clears online gaming bill, BlueStone sparkles, Weaver raises $170 mn, OpenAI launches ChatGPT Go | MC Tech3 8:27

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In today’s episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, the Union Cabinet approves the online gaming bill to regulate betting apps and curb fraud. BlueStone Jewellery recovers from a muted IPO debut to close over 6% higher. Housing finance platform Weaver Services bags $170 million from Lightspeed, Premji Invest and Gaja Capital. And OpenAI rolls out its most…

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4763: Private capex revival, GST reform pitch lifts markets & a policy shift on Chinese investments | MC Editor's Picks 4:27

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Catch exclusive interviews with Larsen & Toubro chairman S N Subrahmanyan, Ola Electric founder Bhavish Aggarwal and Maruti Suzuki chairman R C Bhargava as the executives speak on a range of issues from private capex revival to GST reforms. We also have a 360 degree analysis of the GST overhaul if it were to be implemented - the benefits and challe…

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4762: Apple’s Bengaluru expansion, Ola’s EV mojo, Swiggy splits finance function, Nasscom flags concerns on new RBI rules | MC Tech3 7:36

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In today’s episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, Apple doubles down on India with a massive office lease and a new retail store in Bengaluru. Ola Electric’s Bhavish Aggarwal says the company’s mojo is returning with homegrown cells and ferrite motors. Swiggy splits its finance function between food delivery and Instamart. Nasscom raises red flags on RB…

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What’s In Your Bag?! 19:33

9d ago19:33

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The best new gameshow?!By Fully Functional Parents

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257: Bringing Joy into Our Schools: A Conversation with Gholdy Muhammad 1:00:55

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We're living in troubling times. When you're surrounded by so much chaos and confusion, it can be hard to figure out where to put your focus and energy. At a time like this, it might not make sense to talk about joy, but that's what were going to do in this episode. My guest is Dr. Gholdy Muhammad, author of the book Cultivating Genius and the 2023…

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4761: India’s AI gold rush, US H-1B visa shake-up may hit IT freshers, & Swiggy surges ahead of Zepto in the quick commerce race | MC Tech3 7:29

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack India’s AI funding surge up 46% in 2025, and why investors are betting on niche, high-impact applications. We also break down the Trump administration’s proposed H-1B changes that could sideline early-career Indian tech talent, and look at how Swiggy’s Instamart has overtaken Zepto in the quick commerce…

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4760: Nurturing Community Action Through Family Giving | Swati Apte, Founder, Kshirsagar Apte Foundation & Co-Founder, The Arts Quotient 30:25

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In this episode, we explore how family philanthropy can spark citizen-led change by nurturing local leadership and strengthening civic participation. Swati Apte, Founder of the Kshirsagar Apte Foundation, reflects on how early experiences with volunteering shaped her approach to giving. She shares the story behind the Mumbai Ekatra initiative, an e…

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Stop Being So Nice, You Monster!! 24:18

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And we divulge our favorite music!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4759: Vi in talks with private credit funds; Vivo, Xiaomi being probed; FY26 GDP growth to be at least 6% | MC Editor's Picks 4:03

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Vodafone Idea is in early talks with credit funds to plug a looming cash gap as uncertainty pertains over bank funding. Serious Fraud Investigation Office is probing Chinese phone makers Vivo, Oppo, Xiaomi. Despite trade tensions with the US, India’s real GDP growth is unlikely to fall below 6% in FY26.…

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4758: Fractal’s Rs 4,900 crore IPO, Zepto’s Dark Pattern Cleanup & Bhashini Seeks Annotators for AI Push | MC Tech3 5:49

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Fractal Analytics gears up for India’s first pure-play AI IPO worth Rs 4,900 crore. Zepto cleans up its checkout, dropping “dark patterns” amid new regulations. Bhashini recruits annotators to train AI in 22 Indian languages, Allen Digital sees a leadership exit, and a father-son duo launches Covasant to push Age…

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The Commodore’s Ball! 12:47

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Bizarre! Gross! A hoot!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4757: Tata-SP Group in talks to sell latter’s stake, Trump’s tariffs could hit north, central India hardest | MC Editor's Picks 4:03

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Tata Sons and the SP Group are in early talks over a possible sale of the latter’s 18.37% stake in the Tata Group holding company. Jio BlackRock will offer both active and passive products to investors. President Trump’s tariffs could hit north and central India hardest. Tune in to today’s edition of Moneycontrol Editor’s picks.…

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4756: Funding frenzy sweeps Indian startups, new semicon projects break ground, Pixxel’s satellite push & Rupee-priced ChatGPT is here | MC Tech3 7:56

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we unpack a funding spree across Elivaas, Pronto, and Dashverse, new semiconductor projects worth Rs 4,594 crore in Odisha, Punjab, and Andhra Pradesh, and Pixxel’s ambitious plan to launch India’s first public-private Earth observation satellite constellation. Plus, OpenAI pilots rupee pricing for ChatGPT for In…

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Don’t Worry, Ma’am, I’ll Put Away Your Cart! 11:30

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And hiding your messing around on your phone at work!By Fully Functional Parents

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4755: Indian stocks script rebound, Mirzapur most exposed to US tariffs & a possible GST slab revision | MC Editor's Picks 3:49

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Indian stocks rebound after a six week unprecedented decline (barring the Covid crash), a round up of the top Indian districts most exposed to US tariff threats, small merchants may get GST relief in order to keep them in digital payments fold, NHAI begins work on its InvIT IPO and a hi-tech factory floor assistant is revealed. Tune in to today’s e…

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4754: Home services join quick commerce race, Taxman serves notice to Google, Banks push for higher GST limits for merchants | MC Tech3 6:33

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In today’s Tech3 from Moneycontrol: From 10-minute groceries to 10-minute home help, startups like Snabbit and Pronto are racing to deliver cleaners, cooks, and handymen in record time. The taxman issues Google notices over gambling sites, while banks urge raising GST thresholds to keep small merchants on digital payments. Plus, India’s humanoid ro…

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I Am NOT Part of the Bills Mafia! 11:52

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But I do appreciate community service!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4753: Tata Capital kicks off investor roadshows, SBI pips HDFC to become largest home loan lender & Mahavatar to get its own universe | MC Editor's Picks 4:05

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VC funding in India picks up pace after a muted 2024, Tata Capital kicks off investor roadshows, IPO-bound Urban Company draws interest, and SBI retakes largest home loan lender crown. Also find an exclusive interview of Sanjay Agarwal, MD & CEO, AU Small Finance Bank; an analysis of the second-order effects of Trump tariffs; an opinion piece on wh…

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We Write an After School Special: Survival of the Fittest! 19:35

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And spoiler alert: happy Gilmore 2!!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4752: VC fundraising hits new high, Urban Company gets pre IPO round, Trump Tariffs make Indian IT nervous and more | MC Tech3 6:56

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In today’s Tech3 episode, we break down how VC fundraising has already crossed 2024 levels with $3.2 billion raised so far. Urban Company is shaking up its cap table ahead of its IPO, while India’s IT sector braces for indirect fallout from new US tariffs. Plus, the government pulls back the first version of the new Income Tax Bill and promises a r…

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4751: India’s New Age of Professional Givers | Prasad Baji, Mumbai Chapter Chair And Board Member SVP India 24:08

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In this episode, Prasad Baji, Mumbai Chapter Chair and Board Member of Social Venture Partners India, reflects on the growing trend of professionals entering the philanthropic space in India. Drawing from his own transition from corporate investment banking to the social sector, he shares thoughtful insights on why professionals bringing their live…

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4750: HUL’s new sales playbook, 2 clean energy majors prepare for IPO & India’s response to Trump’s trade tirade | MC Editor's Picks 6:21

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In this edition: Bharti Airtel’s promoter group prepares to offload shares, Hindustan Unilever is sharpening its core portfolio to drive sales, Hero Future Energies and CleanMax Enviro Energy Solutions are expected to file draft IPO papers and how India is responding to US President Trump’s tariff escalation - interesting political developments are…

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4749: Swiggy boosts SoftBank Vision Fund gains, IAMAI flags impact of DPDP clause on AI training & Nandan Nilekani’s $3 trillion land vision | MC Tech3 6:53

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In today's episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, Swiggy serves up gains for SoftBank Vision Fund as its stock rallies. IAMAI warns that a legal grey area in India’s data law could derail AI progress. Nandan Nilekani floats a bold $3 trillion plan to tokenise land. And D2C beauty brand Renee Cosmetics raises $30M to power its next phase of growth.…

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4748: Trump escalates tariff war, PM Modi heads to China, RBI keeps rates steady & the possibility of a UPI txn fees | MC Editor's Picks 4:13

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US President Donald Trump imposes an additional 25 percent tariff on Indian goods exports, citing Russian oil purchase, on top of country-specific tariffs of 25 per cent. Could this trigger a reaction against Trump brand equity in India? Moneycontrol investigates. Besides this, find our pieces on the implications of PM Modi’s visit to China, RBI’s …

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4747: Antfin exits Zomato, Swiggy eyes Rapido windfall & Bluestone investors strike gold | MC Tech3 8:51

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In today’s episode of Tech3 from Moneycontrol, we break down four big stories: Antfin’s Rs 5,375 crore exit from Zomato, Swiggy’s plan to cash out of Rapido with a $300 million deal, Bluestone’s glitzy IPO despite being loss-making, and RBI’s fresh take on the future of UPI charges. Plus, a deep dive into how India’s biggest banks are quietly build…

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No, Charmin! We Won’t Enjoy the Go! 11:44

21d ago11:44

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Toilet paper!!By Fully Functional Parents

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4746: EU-Russia trade defies sanction logic, India sticks to Russian oil & ED heat on Amazon & Flipkart | MC Editor's Picks 4:19

21d ago4:19

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In a deeper probe of western sanctions against Russia amid Trump’s higher tariff threats against India for trading with Moscow, Moneycontrol finds the European Union’s imports from Russia are nearly as high as India’s. Also in this edition: scrutiny on Amazon & Flipkart, Income Tax Bill 2025 faces criticism, and UPI crosses another big milestone.…

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4745: I-T probes Jane Street, Q-com faces manpower crunch & India’s ‘tariff king’ label is a lie | MC Editor's Picks 5:10

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Jane Street is under the scanner again for potentially breaching India’s Place of Effective Management (POEM) rules for taxation. Indian quick commerce companies are experimenting with incentives to retain manpower. A Moneycontrol analysis shows India ranks below countries like Sri Lanka and Thailand on tariffs imposed on US goods. Our reporters al…

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4744: Amazon-Flipkart's mystery sellers, Bluestone cuts IPO valuation and new UPI milestone clocked | MC Tech3 7:17

22d ago7:17

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In today's Tech3 from Moneycontrol Amazon and Flipkart’s top sellers are clocking massive revenues, but with razor-thin profits and rising regulatory heat. Jewellery brand Bluestone tones down its IPO valuation but hopes to shine with its phygital strategy. Meanwhile, UPI hits a record 707 million daily transactions, but funding cuts raise question…

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A Vain Off! 12:28

22d ago12:28

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Who is more vain than me? Not David!By Fully Functional Parents

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4743: Paytm’s Chinese investor to fully exit, rider crunch in quick commerce firms, Ather's Q1 performance shines | MC Tech3 7:29

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In this episode of Tech3 by Moneycontrol, we break down Antfin’s Rs 3,803 crore exit from Paytm, the growing rider shortage hitting quick commerce players, and why the government is tightening cybersecurity rules for AI and quantum systems. Plus, Ather Energy reports a sharp jump in revenue and margins & net loss narrows, while Shree Anandhaas secu…

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Ellen DeGeneres and Teenagers: You’re Canceled!! 18:12

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Lots of rage! Be prepared !By Fully Functional Parents

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256: Community Supplies in the Classroom: Clearing Up the Confusion 58:33

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The practice of collecting supplies and distributing them to all students over the school year has become a common practice in elementary schools. Unfortunately, not all parents are happy with it, and much of the trouble stems from a few key misunderstandings. In this episode, my guest Julie Lause explains why schools use these systems and how they…

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4742: Tata Steel stands strong amid Trump tariffs, India eyes new trade allies and buffers & what investors should watch out for | MC Editor's Picks 2:41

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Despite Trump’s 25% tariffs, Tata Steel’s India operations remain resilient. Global uncertainties are beginning to weigh on markets. In today’s newsletter find: a summary of analysts’ views on global competitiveness and what Indian investors should watch out for. Meanwhile, New Delhi fast tracks trade talks with other partners even as our data stor…