Mumbai, India, Jan 28: Sayaji Hotels Ltd proudly announces the elevation of Rajendra Joshi to the role of Associate General Manager – Pre-opening Operations, effective from January 2026. In this expanded leadership position, Mr. Joshi will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and steering strategic property launches as the hospitality group continues its rapid expansion across India. With nearly two decades of rich…
TV Industry Urges Focused Budget Support to Boost Domestic Manufacturing and Exports
By- Mr. Arjun Bajaj, Director, Videotex International Pvt Ltd. As the Union Budget approaches, the television manufacturing industry hopes for a focused policy support that reflects the reality of TVs no longer being a luxury product, but an integral part of the Indian household. With the Indian TV industry valued at nearly USD 15 billion, it plays a significant role in domestic manufacturing, employment generation,…
Akums Strengthens Presence in Regulated Markets with EU GMP Approvals for 2 Haridwar Plants
New Delhi, Jan 28: Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., a leading Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), has achieved a significant regulatory milestone with the renewal of European Union Good Manufacturing Practice (EU GMP) certification for its Plant 1 facility and the grant of EU GMP certification for its Plant 2 facility, both located in SIDCUL, Haridwar. The certifications were awarded following recent inspections conducted…
Kia India Delivers More Value with Expansion of Syros Line-Up; Introduces HTK(EX)
Mumbai, Jan 28: Driven by customer feedback and evolving preferences, Kia India, one of country’s leading mass-premium automaker, today expanded the Syros line-up with the introduction of the new HTK (EX) trim. Priced at ₹9,89,000 (ex-showroom) for petrol powertrain and ₹10,63,900 (ex-showroom) for diesel, the new trim enhances the overall value proposition across the range. “At Kia, customer insights guide every product decision we make. The introduction…
India–EU FTA to Unlock Tariff Relief, Services Access and Trade Growth: BDO India
Gyanendra Tripathi, Partner & Leader – Indirect Tax : North & West, Tax & Regulatory Advisory, BDO India “Under the FTA, the EU will eliminate tariffs on over 90% of tariff lines, and 91% in terms of value on exports made from India, while India would eliminate tariffs on 86% of tariff lines, and 93% in terms of value of exports from EU. Moreover, both…
India–EU FTA Signals Shift Toward Strategic, Long-Term Partnership: Sachin Alug
By:- Sachin Alug, CEO, NLB Services “The India–EU Free Trade Agreement marks a clear shift toward a more strategic and enduring economic partnership. For Europe, India offers scale, diversified capabilities, and services that support innovation, resilience, and competitiveness. For Indian enterprises, the agreement provides structured access to one of the world’s most regulated and quality-driven markets, encouraging higher standards and value-led growth. As European organizations…
India Energy Week 2026 Opens in Goa, Positioning India at the Centre of Global Energy Growth and Partnerships
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi highlights $500 billion energy investment opportunity and landmark India–EU trade agreement; Dr. Sultan Al Jaber calls reliable partnerships the “real strategic reserve” in an era of transformation. Jan 28- India Energy Week (IEW) 2026 officially opened today in Goa, bringing together global policymakers, energy ministers, CEOs, investors and innovators to shape the future of energy security, sustainability and growth. With…
Modern Diagnostic IPO Subscribed Nearly 350.49 Times, Reflecting Strong Investor Confidence
Modern Diagnostic & Research Centre, a leading diagnostic chain, has successfully concluded its Initial Public Offering (IPO), raising ₹36.89 crore, which received an exceptional response from investors across categories. The issue was oversubscribed by a staggering 350.49 times at the close of the oversubscription period, which shows the market’s confidence in the company’s growth strategy and business model. The IPO, which was open for subscription…
Survey Finds Domestic RMG Still Banned Across Tamil Nadu
Higher Spending, Increased Daily Time on Offshore Betting Platforms as Domestic RMG Remains Banned – Survey in Tamil Nadu Chennai, Jan 27: A new survey conducted by CUTS International among 1,000 former online real money gaming (RMG) users in Tamil Nadu finds that spending on illegal offshore betting platforms has increased significantly since the nationwide ban on all online money games in India through Promotion…
Budget 2026 to Boost Domestic Electronics Manufacturing and Self-Reliance
By : Mr. Ashok Rajpal, Managing Director – Ambrane India. In the electronics segment, we expect the government to continue its strong push toward building in-house manufacturing capabilities. Policy support is likely to remain focused on encouraging domestic production facilities and strengthening auxiliary ecosystems that support the electronics value chain. This approach aligns well with India’s long-term manufacturing ambitions, especially as electronics has emerged as…