29 Jan 2026

India and the European Union have finalized a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA), expected to enter into effect after legal formalities are completed. The pact aims to gradually eliminate tariffs on over 90 per cent of goods and enhance cooperation in services, technology, clean energy, and investment. Indian exporters in textiles, leather, pharma, chemicals, and marine products are likely to gain significant advantages, while EU goods such as machinery, cars, and food products will see reduced duties in India. The agreement also positions India as a preferred global trade partner, boosting employment and economic resilience.Read more

Hyderabad News Desk

23 Jan 2026

Airbus will showcase a broad range of commercial aircraft and helicopters at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad, highlighting solutions aligned with India's fast-growing aviation market. The static display will feature the A321neo and A220, underlining Airbus's focus on efficient domestic and regional connectivity. In the rotary segment, the H160 and H125 helicopters will be showcased, with the H125 linked to local assembly in Karnataka under the Make in India initiative. Visitors will also see models of the A321XLR and H145, a virtual reality H125 simulator, and Airbus's lifecycle services and sustainability roadmap. The showcase reinforces Airbus's strong manufacturing, sourcing and talent engagement presence in India.Read more

21 Jan 2026

GoodEnough Energy has commenced operations at its 7 GWh Battery Energy Storage System gigafactory in Noida, with plans to expand capacity to 25 GWh over the next three years. Backed by an investment of over INR 450 crore, the facility supports India's National Energy Storage Mission and net-zero goals. The company has also started rolling out storage projects nationwide, seeing strong demand across sectors. At current capacity, the plant is expected to help reduce over 5 million tonnes of CO? emissions annually.Read more

21 Jan 2026

KP Green Engineering has secured fresh confirmed orders worth INR 248.2 crore across renewable energy, transmission, industrial, and infrastructure segments. The new contracts include solar module mounting structures, transmission towers, railway crash barriers, and pre-engineered building components. With these additions, the company's total confirmed orders declared during the month have reached around INR 1,067.2 crore, including a large order disclosed earlier. The company expects to complete execution of these orders by March 31, 2026, supporting diversified revenues and higher manufacturing utilisation.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Karnataka has attracted fresh investment proposals worth INR 1.53 lakh crore in the months following its Global Investors Meet, reflecting continued investor interest beyond the event. The proposals span manufacturing, renewable energy, data centres, global capability centres, electronics, aerospace, and food processing. Several global and domestic companies have outlined plans across Bengaluru and other districts. These proposals are separate from the commitments announced at the investors meet and will be routed through Karnataka Udyog Mitra for approvals, indicating steady progress in the state's industrial investment pipeline.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Three Indian entrepreneurs have launched LNK Energy, a next-generation integrated clean energy platform, with an initial investment of INR 10,000 crore planned over five years. The company will start with a 6 GW solar cell and module plant in Chhatrapati Sambhaji Nagar, Maharashtra, and expand into green fuels, including green hydrogen, and renewable energy generation. LNK Energy aims to support sustainable industrial growth, energy security, and domestic clean-energy development. Co-founders emphasized combining scale, technology, and capital discipline to create a long-term, fully integrated energy platform.Read more

20 Jan 2026

Cement prices in India are expected to rise sharply in the early part of calendar year 2026, according to a report by HSBC Global Investment Research, driven by strong seasonal demand and the delayed impact of significant capacity additions. Despite large increases in production capacity across the industry, these additions are unlikely to alleviate pricing pressure immediately, allowing producers to push through notable price hikes in the first half of the year. Cement makers have already started taking pricing action in key markets, particularly in the eastern and southern regions. Although demand growth is forecast to moderate compared with the post-pandemic surge, demand is still expected to outpace the near-term supply impact. However, operating performance may remain uneven, with cost pressures such as rising fuel expenses affecting margins before pricing recovery takes effect.Read more

19 Jan 2026

Maruti Suzuki India Limited will invest INR 35,000 crore to set up a new vehicle manufacturing plant near Sanand in Gujarat's Ahmedabad district, strengthening the state's position as a major automobile manufacturing hub. The proposed facility will come up at Khoraj GIDC on 1,750 acres of land and is expected to generate employment opportunities for over 12,000 people. The Gujarat government described the project as a significant step in expanding India's most competitive automotive corridor and deepening India Japan industrial ties. The investment follows a memorandum of understanding signed during the Vibrant Gujarat Summit 2024. The new plant will complement Maruti Suzuki's existing Hansalpur facility, which is also expanding capacity, underscoring the company's long-term commitment to Gujarat.Read more

19 Jan 2026

Haryana has received coal allocation from the central government for an 800 MW expansion unit at the Rajiv Gandhi Thermal Power Plant in Khedar, Hisar. This allocation, made under the SHAKTI Scheme, will ensure a long-term, steady fuel supply and help prevent power generation disruptions. The expansion is expected to significantly enhance the state's electricity capacity, supporting industrial, agricultural, and domestic needs. The move reflects Haryana's commitment to energy security, affordable supply, and long-term infrastructure development.Read more

18 Jan 2026

RM Drip and Sprinklers Systems is set to establish a new manufacturing facility in Nashik through its proposed subsidiary, Brahmanand Pipes Pvt Ltd, with an annual capacity of 12,000 tonnes. This expansion will increase the company's production capacity by approximately 50 per cent and cater to higher demand across irrigation, infrastructure, and industrial segments. The plant will produce a range of products, including drip irrigation systems, HDPE pipes, and industrial piping solutions. Founded in 2004, RM Drip has a strong presence in multiple Indian states.Read more