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CRI Pumps bags Rs 754 crore deal from MSEDCL, to supply 25,000 solar pumps

With this empanelment, CRI Pumps is poised to play a pivotal role in promoting the adoption of renewable energy solutions, powering Maharashtra's agricultural landscape

Textile hub Tiruppur threads a recovery on sliding rupee as exports surge

What's driving this surge? Partly, it's the rupee's depreciation versus the dollar, down nearly 3 per cent in 2024, which has made India's exports more attractive on the global stage

Rail freight hits fast track in India's auto industry, shows data

According to data available with BS, the number of rakes handled by Railways for the automotive sector between April, December of FY25 stood at 5,651 units, up from 5,198 rakes in FY24

Despite moderation, India will be fastest growing economy: N Chandrasekaran

Tata Group Chairman N Chandrasekaran highlighted three major transitions in the world, including shift to renewable energy, that are moving in line with India's strengths

Auto sales shake off pandemic blues, hit record high of 26.1 mn units

Shailesh Chandra, managing director of Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, said the industry remains "optimistic" about PV growth in the new calendar year

UPI transactions surge to record 16.73 bn in Dec; value at Rs 23.25 trn

Interestingly, for the entire 2024, the volume increased by 46 per cent to around 172 billion transactions, compared to 118 billion in 2023

Indian startup OrbitAID's patented tech clears zero gravity test in Florida

It validates SIDRP's capabilities for on-orbit satellite servicing, including docking, refuelling, and proximity operations, in simulated space conditions

How Indian startups are charting new course in downstream space sector

Downstream sector uses space data for practical applications; is projected to be worth $610 bn by 2031

Google, Tamil Nadu govt hold forum to discuss AI innovation in state

Company and state government in August signed agreement for technology advancement

Adidas, Nike supplier Hong Fu enters India to foot manufacturing push

Hong Fu inaugurates Rs 1,500 cr footwear manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu

Chennai-based startup Space Kidz eyes lunar leap with all-women line-up

Space Kidz may become first Indian private firm to crash-land on the moon's surface

Shriram Finance completes sale of housing finance arm to Warburg Pincus

The sale of Shriram Finance's stake in SHFL was executed through Warburg Pincus' affiliate, Mango Crest Investment Ltd

Star Health & Allied Insurance eyes 18% GWP growth this financial year

Star Health reported an 11 per cent drop in profit after tax (PAT) to Rs 111 crore during the quarter ended September 30, down from Rs 125 crore in the corresponding quarter last year

Ploughing through ad turf: TAFE, AGCO turn advertising soil for Massey

Tractor rivals resort to media campaigns to stamp their claim on the iconic brand

Tivolt Electric Vehicles sign MOU with TPREL to enhance EV charging infra

This partnership aims to build a robust EV Charging ecosystem by leveraging Tata Power's expertise in diversified EV Charging solutions

How Mercedes-Benz retains its crown in India's luxury car segment

For the first time in history, the luxury car market is poised to cross the sales mark of 50,000 units in 2024, with Mercedes-Benz leading the way

IIT Madras first research organisation to release 3D images of fetal brain

This monumental achievement marks the first time such advanced human neuroscience data has been produced in India, completed at less than 1/10th of the cost in Western countries

Car sales drop by 14% in November, two-wheelers see 16% jump: Fada

Tractor sales, however, saw an impressive 29.88 per cent Y-o-Y jump, suggesting good rural demand

Tamil Nadu vows to block Hindustan Zinc tungsten mining in green zone

Assembly resolution urges Centre to not grant any mining licence without the permission of state governments

Tirunelveli powers India's solar ambitions with a new facility by Tata

With a capacity of 4.3 gigawatt (Gw) each for cells and modules, the plant is designed with many open spaces available for future expansion