Shine Jacob
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Shine Jacob
Shine Jacob is a seasoned journalist and short-story writer with an experience of over a decade and a half 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 financial journalist in Kolkata and New Delhi.
Shine Jacob is a seasoned journalist and short-story writer with an experience of over a decade and a half 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 financial journalist in Kolkata and New Delhi.
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From Kerala to Uttar Pradesh, states step up vigil as Covid returns
Masks, tests and advisories return as states like Kerala, UP and Odisha increase vigilance amid rising Covid-19 cases driven by new Omicron sub-variants
 "From Kerala to Uttar Pradesh, states step up vigil as Covid returns")
Bajaj Auto to acquire majority stake in KTM with €600 mn fresh infusion
The deal will be executed through Bajaj Auto International Holdings BV (BAIHBV), which will provide a fresh funding of €600 million to KTM AG
 "Bajaj Auto to acquire majority stake in KTM with €600 mn fresh infusion")
Entry-level car buyers priced out even as SUV sales surge in India
Two-wheeler owners finding upward mobility challenging
 "Entry-level car buyers priced out even as SUV sales surge in India")
Honda to come up with electric two-wheeler plant in India by 2028
Company to also focus on capturing growing demand for hybrids with new models
 "Honda to come up with electric two-wheeler plant in India by 2028")
Karur Vysya Bank Q4 net profit up 13% to Rs 513 crore on strong growth
KVB reports its highest-ever annual profit of Rs 1,942 crore in FY25 and posts strong Q4 growth in deposits, advances, asset quality and RAM performance
 "Karur Vysya Bank Q4 net profit up 13% to Rs 513 crore on strong growth")
Bangladesh import curbs won't hurt Indian textile majors, say experts
Experts say India's ban on land-route textile imports from Bangladesh will likely boost domestic sourcing, with minimal disruption to large retail companies
 "Bangladesh import curbs won't hurt Indian textile majors, say experts")
Public listing of power utilities likely to pick up pace across states
Tata Power is the leading private player in the power distribution segment, operating in parts of Delhi, Mumbai, and whole of Odisha as an electricity supplier
 "Public listing of power utilities likely to pick up pace across states")
We are constantly growing despite industry stagnation: Shriram Life MD, CEO
Our focus is on families in the lower segment, or those families which have a family income in the ₹5-₹15 lakh range only. This segment needs life insurance the most, said Shriram Life MD, CEO
 "We are constantly growing despite industry stagnation: Shriram Life MD, CEO")
Serentica plans ₹1 trn investment to boost capacity to 17 GW by 2030: CEO
Akshay Hiranandani talks about about Serentica's future roadmap, and the current market scenario
 "Serentica plans ₹1 trn investment to boost capacity to 17 GW by 2030: CEO")
ReNew kicks off work for Rs 22K cr green energy complex in Andhra Pradesh
ReNew reenters Andhra Pradesh with India's biggest single-site renewable energy project, backing the state's clean energy push with a Rs 22,000 crore commitment
 "ReNew kicks off work for Rs 22K cr green energy complex in Andhra Pradesh")
Will bring five new products within next 2 years: Renault India MD & CEO
Renault India chief Venkatram Mamillapalle outlines growth plans, including five new launches, higher exports, and a renewed focus on EVs
 "Will bring five new products within next 2 years: Renault India MD & CEO")
ReNew Power to build Rs 22,000 crore RE facility in Andhra Pradesh
A government source said State Industries Minister Nara Lokesh would attend the groundbreaking ceremony on May 16
 "ReNew Power to build Rs 22,000 crore RE facility in Andhra Pradesh")
The biz of drone power: Startups, traditional giants fuel India's arsenal
As many as 550 drone companies have come up in India in 5 years. More than 100 companies are in the defence sector. Drone market revenue is expected be worth $11 billion by FY30
 "The biz of drone power: Startups, traditional giants fuel India's arsenal")
LG to invest Rs 5,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh for smart appliance facility
The foundation stone was laid by Andhra Pradesh's Minister for Education, IT, and Electronics, Nara Lokesh, in the presence of LGEIL India Managing Director (MD) Hong Ju Jeon and other dignitaries
 "LG to invest Rs 5,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh for smart appliance facility")
Auto retail sales see 3% rise in April; Fada keeps outlook positive for May
Automobile retail sales rose 3 per cent in April led by strong rural demand and festive tailwinds, though commercial vehicle sales continued to show weakness
 "Auto retail sales see 3% rise in April; Fada keeps outlook positive for May")
Andhra Pradesh govt reboots power sector with management overhaul
State has appointed 16 new directors in one go to revamp finances, operations of five state power utilities
 "Andhra Pradesh govt reboots power sector with management overhaul")
PM Narendra Modi opens Vizhinjam port, says capacity ramp up soon
Port to bring back 75% of India's transshipment cargo from foreign shores
 "PM Narendra Modi opens Vizhinjam port, says capacity ramp up soon")
PM Modi restarts work for Amaravati with Rs 58,000 crore projects on track
PM Modi lays foundation for Amaravati infrastructure revival with Rs 58,000 crore investment while CM Naidu announces India's first Quantum Valley to open in 2026
 "PM Modi restarts work for Amaravati with Rs 58,000 crore projects on track")
IOB net profit crosses Rs 1K-crore mark for first time; up 35% in Q4
Indian Overseas Bank reports record Q4 net profit of Rs 1,091.94 crore, plans Rs 4,000 crore capital raise in FY26 as asset quality and capital adequacy continue to improve
 "IOB net profit crosses Rs 1K-crore mark for first time; up 35% in Q4")
India in 'sweet spot' amid tariff war, sees trade growth: Karan Adani
Karan Adani says US-China tariff war is boosting India's container trade, APSEZ to invest Rs 12,000 crore in FY26 and targets Vizhinjam port completion by 2028
 "India in 'sweet spot' amid tariff war, sees trade growth: Karan Adani")
