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Shine Jacob

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.

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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Andhra Pradesh plans law to regulate children's social media access

State plans draft law to restrict social media access for children under 13 and introduce age-based controls, verification tools, and digital literacy initiatives

Andhra Pradesh plans law to regulate children's social media access
Updated On : 09 Apr 2026 | 8:57 PM IST

Royal Enfield's EV brand Flying Flea launches first motorcycle C6

C6 marks Royal Enfield's entry into electric mobility with a connected neo-vintage motorcycle, offering advanced tech, urban performance and phased rollout

Royal Enfield's EV brand Flying Flea launches first motorcycle C6
Updated On : 09 Apr 2026 | 7:10 PM IST

Auto retail sales scale new peak in FY26, inch closer to 30 mn units

Strong growth across segments, GST 2.0 benefits and rising rural demand pushed India's auto retail sales to a record 29.6 million units in FY26, with EV adoption also gaining pace

Auto retail sales scale new peak in FY26, inch closer to 30 mn units
Updated On : 06 Apr 2026 | 10:35 PM IST

A corporate model goes political: Twenty20 may disrupt Kerala politics

Kitex-backed Twenty20 enters Kerala's Assembly polls with NDA, pitching its Kizhakkambalam model as a disruptor in the state's bipolar political landscape

A corporate model goes political: Twenty20 may disrupt Kerala politics
Updated On : 05 Apr 2026 | 10:55 PM IST

Artemis II mission: In lunar glow, India's space supply chain may take off

The biggest Artemis II mission suppliers are deepening their presence in the country

Artemis II mission: In lunar glow, India's space supply chain may take off
Updated On : 05 Apr 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

Artemis II mission to open door for $127 billion lunar economy by 2050

Artemis II lifts off to take humans to satellite vicinity after 50 years

Artemis II mission to open door for $127 billion lunar economy by 2050
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 11:46 PM IST

TVS Venu group to acquire PGIM'S asset management business in India

TVS Venu Group signs definitive agreements to acquire PGIM India's asset management business from Prudential Financial, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions

TVS Venu group to acquire PGIM'S asset management business in India
Updated On : 02 Apr 2026 | 10:14 PM IST

'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

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

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

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

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

Venu Srinivasan returns as chairman and MD of Sundaram Clayton
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

How West Asia conflict is shaping upcoming state election narratives
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Agnikul Cosmos demonstrates 3D-printed booster engine, cuts build time
Updated On : 25 Mar 2026 | 6:05 AM IST