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NPCI launches MDR-funded scheme to expand UPI… · Temasek to invest ₹2,500 Cr in Godrej…

Arjun and Meera on 13 November 2026: every story in this episode, with sources.

00:00 — NPCI launches MDR-funded scheme to expand UPI acceptance among small merchants
Read NPCI's MDR-funded scheme terms closely, since eligibility and rollout will decide whether your acceptance-led small-merchant product gets a real tailwind.
Source: Inc42 · Our story

01:31 — Temasek to invest Rs 2,500 crore in Godrej Capital at up to Rs 28,000 crore valuation
Well-capitalised lenders are still scaling aggressively, so expect tougher competition for lending products and plan for a crowded, well-funded market.
Source: ET BFSI · Our story

02:11 — PS5 hits 100 million as Xbox banks on ‘GTA VI’
Console hardware scale is still huge, so builders should prioritize cross-platform reach and cloud distribution as Microsoft pushes streaming alongside major releases.
Source: AnimationXpress · Our story

03:22 — Turtlemint posts Rs 342 Cr revenue in Q2 FY27, losses narrow 67%
For builders, Turtlemint's narrowing losses show distribution platforms can scale toward profitability, so prioritise unit economics and cost discipline over pure top-line growth in your roadmap.
Source: Entrackr · Our story

04:02 — Dhruva Space to raise $15.5M in pre-Series B; revenue up 8X
Pre-Series B rounds with government-backed co-investors signal that you should map state and national funds early, alongside private VC conversations.
Source: Entrackr · Our story

04:50 — Life insurers' new business premium rises 26% to Rs 42,914 crore in October
With LIC capturing much of the new-business momentum, insurtech startups should differentiate through niche products, partnerships, or underserved segments rather than competing head-on with the incumbent.
Source: ET BFSI · Our story

05:58 — GTA 6 pre-orders break records ahead of launch; Xbox One players can also play via cloud gaming
Expect a launch-week attention spike around this release, so schedule your own game launches and marketing campaigns to avoid direct overlap.
Source: Mint · Our story

06:46 — Xiaomi 18 Pro series launches 17 November with Watch S5, Smart Band 11 and smart home devices
Xiaomi's expanding wearable and smart-home lineup means your connected-device product must differentiate on ecosystem integration to win attention.
Source: Mint · Our story

07:32 — Astrome bags Rs 64 crore RDI fund for AI satellite network
Defence and national-security demand is opening funded pathways for satellite AI, so position your product around government mission requirements and programmes.
Source: Analytics India · Our story

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