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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Auto retail sales grew 6.5% in FY25, may face headwinds, says Fada
Dealers concerned about ongoing tariff war and its potential impact on sales in India
 "Auto retail sales grew 6.5% in FY25, may face headwinds, says Fada")
Shrimp farming: Trump's tariffs shockwaves rock Andhra Pradesh shores
Trump's tariffs, falling shrimp prices, and fears of additional US levies, spark a crisis in the state's politically vital aquaculture sector. SHINE JACOB elaborates
 "Shrimp farming: Trump's tariffs shockwaves rock Andhra Pradesh shores")
US buyers rethink India orders as Trump's reciprocal tariff woes bite
Buyers are reassessing existing orders, with some seeking discounts. They are also exploring the best possible sources for imports, given the varied but steep reciprocal tariffs, exporters said
 "US buyers rethink India orders as Trump's reciprocal tariff woes bite")
India's shrimp traders fear $1 bn loss as long-term US contracts face heat
The price drop is attributed to shrimp processors halting their purchase plans, which could severely impact growers
 "India's shrimp traders fear $1 bn loss as long-term US contracts face heat")
Fans, motors company ebm-papst to invest Rs 340 crore in Chennai factory
Fully operational plant will employ around 700 people and boost local production, says German firm
 "Fans, motors company ebm-papst to invest Rs 340 crore in Chennai factory")
Speed bumps in exports: Auto part makers hope for 'balanced resolution'
Sona BLW Precision Forgings, Bharat Forge gets and Motherson Group among Indian companies that earn a major source of their revenue from the US
 "Speed bumps in exports: Auto part makers hope for 'balanced resolution'")
India threads trade advantage as US reciprocal tariffs fray textile majors
The advantage could grow if trade negotiations lead to zero-duty cotton imports. Under Trump's tariff plan, Vietnam's textile exports will face a 46% duty, Bangladesh's 37%, and China's 54%
 "India threads trade advantage as US reciprocal tariffs fray textile majors")
US reciprocal tariffs: An opportunity for TN in jolt to US footwear majors
According to industry experts, the higher tariffs on China and Vietnam will turn out to be most beneficial for Tamil Nadu
 "US reciprocal tariffs: An opportunity for TN in jolt to US footwear majors")
MilkLane seal Rs 400 crore supply deal with dairy major Milky Mist
Partnership will help 10,000 farmers by ensuring fair pricing and access to high-nutrition cattle feed solutions, say companies
 "MilkLane seal Rs 400 crore supply deal with dairy major Milky Mist")
UPI clocks new record in value and volume in March after dip in Feb
Digital payments system tops Rs 24 trn in value and 19 billion in volume for first time
 "UPI clocks new record in value and volume in March after dip in Feb")
Visa blues hit Chinese automaker BYD's India EV manufacturing plans
Chinese auto major likely to review proposal once curbs are eased
 "Visa blues hit Chinese automaker BYD's India EV manufacturing plans")
Renault Group to take over Nissan Motor's 51% stake in Chennai plant
The transaction, pending regulatory approvals, is expected to close by the end of the first half of 2025. Nissan asserted that it has no plans to exit India
 "Renault Group to take over Nissan Motor's 51% stake in Chennai plant")
Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK triggers talks of a reunion with BJP
A fresh twist came last week when AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, fuelling speculation of a renewed alliance
 "Tamil Nadu elections: AIADMK triggers talks of a reunion with BJP")
Auto sales see 5% growth in FY25; industry seeks GST cut to drive demand
As of March 30, the total automobile sales for the financial year were seen at 25.9 million units, up from 24.6 million in FY24, and 22.3 million in FY23
 "Auto sales see 5% growth in FY25; industry seeks GST cut to drive demand")
BYD plans EV manufacturing unit with Megha Engineering in Telangana
Location likely to be Shabad near Hyderabad; battery project also under consideration
 "BYD plans EV manufacturing unit with Megha Engineering in Telangana")
Ashok Leyland's defence unit bags orders worth Rs 700 cr from Indian Army
Contracts are for diverse range of vehicles combining 'superior reliability with exceptional off-road capability'
 "Ashok Leyland's defence unit bags orders worth Rs 700 cr from Indian Army")
YES launches semiconductor equipment production, begins TN shipments
This landmark achievement signifies a pivotal moment for YES and the burgeoning semiconductor ecosystem in India
 "YES launches semiconductor equipment production, begins TN shipments")
Demand dip: Switch Mobility UK likely to shut down its Sherburn plant
The company is expecting to double its bus sales from around 450 this financial year to around 1,000 next financial year, owing to a rise in demand in the Indian market
 "Demand dip: Switch Mobility UK likely to shut down its Sherburn plant")
Andhra Pradesh bags nearly Rs 4 trillion green investments in 8 months
According to a Central Electricity Authority (CEA) roadmap, of the targeted 500 gigawatts (Gw) generation capacity from non-fossil fuel resources by 2030, 86 Gw of RE potential is in South India
 "Andhra Pradesh bags nearly Rs 4 trillion green investments in 8 months")
IIT Madras takes the lead in India's eMobility with 15 govt projects
The initiatives of the department make significant contributions towards safety, skilling, outreach, research and advocacy requirements of the country in the eMobility sector