Shine Jacob

Shine Jacob

Shine Jacob is a senior journalist, with experience of over 15 years across print and electronic media. He has covered a wide range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, logistics, and the automobile industry. He has previously worked with the Times of India, Moneycontrol, Livemint, Cogencis, in addition to regional Malayalam media. Currently based in Chennai, he has also worked as a business journalist in Kolkata and New Delhi.

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'Kerala in a debt trap' narrative is deliberate distortion of facts: CM

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan discusses the state government's achievements and the upcoming elections

Updated On: 02 Apr 2026 | 1:39 AM IST

UPI transactions scale all-time high of Rs 29.52 trillion in March

UPI transactions reached an all-time high of ₹29.52 trillion in March, with strong growth in both volume and value, according to NPCI data

Updated On: 01 Apr 2026 | 8:27 PM IST

Sathya Agencies files DRHP with Sebi for ₹600 cr IPO with fresh issue, OFS

Offer comprises ₹300 crore fresh issue and ₹300 crore OFS; proceeds to fund acquisition of subsidiary, repay borrowings and support general corporate purposes

Updated On: 31 Mar 2026 | 11:09 PM IST

Powered by tax relief, auto sales race to record 29.5 million in FY26

Strong rural demand, policy support, and festive season boost drive auto sales to record highs in FY26, while electric vehicles see rapid adoption across segments

Updated On: 30 Mar 2026 | 11:48 PM IST

Venu Srinivasan returns as chairman and MD of Sundaram Clayton

Leadership reshuffle sees Venu Srinivasan return as chairman and MD after R Gopalan steps down, with recent CEO transition also reshaping the company's top management

Updated On: 30 Mar 2026 | 8:08 PM IST

How West Asia conflict is shaping upcoming state election narratives

From LPG shortages to NRI voter concerns, the West Asia conflict is reshaping campaign strategies and narratives in key state elections

Updated On: 29 Mar 2026 | 10:34 PM IST

Trivitron's GSK Velu on building a multi-vertical health care powerhouse

From a childhood brush with death in rural Tamil Nadu to missing a medical seat by two marks to building a multi-vertical healthcare powerhouse, Velu takes through his life's journey and mission

Updated On: 27 Mar 2026 | 10:29 PM IST

Andhra Pradesh set for India's first 'KGF moment' since Independence

India's first large private gold mine post-Independence set to begin production, signalling revival of domestic output and reduced import dependence

Updated On: 26 Mar 2026 | 11:51 PM IST

VinFast mulls retail expansion in India; plans 75 outlets by end-2026

EV maker aims to expand presence across metros and emerging markets, strengthening retail network and ecosystem to boost adoption of electric mobility in India

Updated On: 25 Mar 2026 | 8:24 PM IST

India's truck fleet shows its age: Nearly 42% of vehicles past 12 years

Ageing truck fleets in India are set to drive a multi-year replacement cycle, offering growth opportunities for OEMs despite recent industry slowdown

Updated On: 24 Mar 2026 | 11:34 PM IST

War has limited direct impact on our biz: TVS SCS MD Ravi Viswanathan

TVS Supply Chain Solutions sees limited direct impact from the West Asia crisis, with stable volumes and a strong growth outlook ahead.

Updated On: 24 Mar 2026 | 11:20 PM IST

Manipal Hospitals files DRHP for over $1 billion IPO, biggest in sector

Temasek-backed Manipal Hospitals has filed its DRHP for a $1 billion-plus IPO, which could become the largest public issue in India's healthcare sector

Updated On: 24 Mar 2026 | 10:44 PM IST

Agnikul Cosmos demonstrates 3D-printed booster engine, cuts build time

Agnikul Cosmos has tested a single-piece 3D-printed booster engine, reducing manufacturing time to seven days and enabling faster, more responsive satellite launches

Updated On: 25 Mar 2026 | 6:05 AM IST

Crackling logs push out the blue flame in India's elite club kitchens

The old fire is stoked again as firewood and electric fill the LPG gap, and menus shrink

Updated On: 23 Mar 2026 | 11:14 PM IST

AM/NS India kicks off work on ₹1.36 trillion Andhra Pradesh steel plant

AMNS India has begun work on a Rs 1.36 trillion steel plant in Andhra Pradesh, with plans to serve domestic demand and tap export markets through phased expansion

Updated On: 23 Mar 2026 | 10:50 PM IST

West Asia crisis impact on Indian industry won't be long-term: Hajime Aota

The first product to come to India will be the Yamaha EC-06, which we are going to sell in limited cities and dealerships initially

Updated On: 22 Mar 2026 | 11:32 PM IST

AM/NS Andhra project to kick off; ₹1.5 trillion investment on cards

State managed to put project on track within 15 months with all required nods

Updated On: 18 Mar 2026 | 11:30 PM IST

New Renault Duster launched in India; prices start at ₹10.49 lakh

Renault India launches the all-new Duster with turbo petrol and hybrid options, advanced features, and introductory pricing, targeting strong demand in the competitive SUV segment

Updated On: 17 Mar 2026 | 5:48 PM IST

West Asia conflict scars begin to show on India Inc across sectors

With the war showing no signs of abating, the outlook for many sectors of India's industry is clouding over right now

Updated On: 16 Mar 2026 | 11:10 PM IST

TIDCO board approves investment of ₹25 crore each in AgniKul Cosmos, Raptee

The Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation will invest ₹25 crore each in AgniKul Cosmos and Raptee Energy under the Startup Investment Policy 2025

Updated On: 14 Mar 2026 | 7:20 PM IST