Shine Jacob
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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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India may overtake major Asian peers in car sales growth by 2030: Moody's
India's car market is set to grow at 3.5% CAGR to 2030 with 5.1 mn units sold annually as firms plan $10 bn investments to expand EV and battery manufacturing base
 "India may overtake major Asian peers in car sales growth by 2030: Moody's")
Sanlam invests ₹105 crore in Shriram AMC, enters Indian AMC sector
Sanlam acquires 23% stake in Shriram AMC via preferential allotment, joining as co-promoter and reaffirming a two-decade strategic collaboration with Shriram Group
 "Sanlam invests ₹105 crore in Shriram AMC, enters Indian AMC sector")
CIEL HR posts 35% profit growth, expands HR tech ahead of planned IPO
IPO-bound CIEL HR reports ₹14.67 crore net profit and ₹1,504.5 crore revenue in FY25, driven by tech-enabled HR solutions and two strategic acquisitions
 "CIEL HR posts 35% profit growth, expands HR tech ahead of planned IPO")
Ageing truck fleet rekindles commercial vehicle makers' revival hopes
However, industry experts believe that FY26 could mark a turnaround, with mid-single-digit growth expected in the MHCV segment as replacement demand begins to pick up
 "Ageing truck fleet rekindles commercial vehicle makers' revival hopes")
Boat capsize: Kerala on high alert, efforts on to avert major marine crisis
All company representatives of MSC have arrived in Kochi and have been advised to visit both the Indian Coast Guard and MMD offices, Sonowal said
 "Boat capsize: Kerala on high alert, efforts on to avert major marine crisis")
States' race for space investment may help sector hit $44 bn by 2033
This follows the opening up of space to private participation in June 2020, the Indian Space Policy of 2023, and a lucrative foreign direct investment policy of February 2024
 "States' race for space investment may help sector hit $44 bn by 2033")
Vessel sinks near Kerala coast, sparks hazardous fuel leak fears
Of the 24 crew members, 21 were reportedly rescued by the Navy and Coast Guard on Saturday
 "Vessel sinks near Kerala coast, sparks hazardous fuel leak fears")
Global giants may eye a slice of Tamil Nadu's 2 million laptop tender
State floats largest laptop procurement via single tender
 "Global giants may eye a slice of Tamil Nadu's 2 million laptop tender")
We are well positioned as long as Indian market grows: Dheeraj Hinduja
Dheeraj Hinduja talks about its export ambitions, electric vehicle (EV) business, and geo-political scenario
 "We are well positioned as long as Indian market grows: Dheeraj Hinduja")
With Jupiter in its orbit, Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's solar hub
State government attracts Jupiter Renewables' Rs 2,700-cr investment for solar manufacturing and is in talks with Tata Power, Waaree, and Vikram Solar
 "With Jupiter in its orbit, Andhra Pradesh emerges as India's solar hub")
How Ashok Leyland uses tech to ease life for drivers, fleet operators
AI puts smart, safe and connected vehicles in top gear
 "How Ashok Leyland uses tech to ease life for drivers, fleet operators")
Ashok Leyland posts record Q4 profit, plans ₹1,000 crore FY26 capex
For full FY25, its net profit grew 25 per cent Y-o-Y to ₹3,100.8 crore, while revenue was up 6 per cent at ₹48,535.14 crore
Dalmia Bharat under I-T lens post HC nod on reopening of assessment
Madras HC rules in favour of tax department on reopening Dalmia Cement's case involving KKR's ₹500 crore investment, triggering fresh scrutiny over round-tripping
 "Dalmia Bharat under I-T lens post HC nod on reopening of assessment")
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")