Chennai

Country can grab large data centre mkt: Equinix India MD Manoj Paul

Equinix India MD Manoj Paul says AI adoption could drive data centre growth beyond traditional hubs, with the company aiming to expand its India capacity from 20 MW to 70 MW in 2-3 years

Cognizant leases 645,000 sq ft in Chennai at ₹4.77 crore monthly rent

Cognizant has leased 645,172 sq ft at Embassy Splendid TechZone in Chennai for five years at a monthly rent of ₹4.77 crore, with a 15% rent escalation every three years

CapitaLand unveils Chennai data centre as Tamil Nadu deepens digital push

The Ambattur facility marks a further expansion of CapitaLand's Tamil Nadu presence as the state seeks investments in semiconductors, advanced manufacturing and digital infrastructure

PM Modi unveils ₹13K cr projects in TN, vows to work for state's growth

Prime Minister inaugurates Chennai Metro Phase II stretch and other infrastructure projects, while CM Joseph Vijay seeks approval for new metro routes and railway corridors

Vayona Energy unveils next-generation 5 MW wind turbine platform in Chennai

Developed with Germany's Aerovide, the Vayona 5.0/193 features a 193-metre rotor and is designed for India's wind and climate conditions, with local manufacturing and service

JM Frictech invests ₹50 crore in fourth manufacturing plant in Chandigarh

The Chandigarh facility is being commissioned in phases, starting with warehousing and logistics, and is expected to become fully operational over the next six to eight months.

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India should focus on expanding the GCC ecosystem

35 years of liberalisation: From Detroit of Asia to Chennai for the World

Three decades after liberalisation transformed its auto industry, Chennai has built a deep manufacturing and talent ecosystem and is emerging as a global hub for vehicles, components and EVs

Eicher Motors leases 4 lakh sq ft industrial space in Chennai for ₹74 crore

The seven-year lease at Casagrand Industrial Park comes as India's logistics and industrial real estate sector records its strongest first-half leasing performance

Tamil Nadu bags Chubb, Nordex GCC projects, first foreign university campus

Tamil Nadu signed agreements with Chubb, Nordex, UWA and MotiveLink for projects spanning GCCs, research, higher education and manufacturing, creating 2,920 jobs

From Nicobar to Dharavi: India's mega infra projects hit by protests

From airports to housing projects, several mega infrastructure plans have faced protests over land, rehabilitation, and environmental concerns. Here's a look at five such projects

Godrej Properties acquires 47-acre land parcel off OMR in South Chennai

The developer will build plotted residential units on the site off Old Mahabalipuram Road, with the project expected to generate an estimated ₹500 crore in revenue

Flexible workspace firm IndiQube takes 150,000 sq ft on lease in Chennai

The flexible workspace operator has leased 150,000 sq ft in Chennai's Perungudi area, with total rental commitments estimated at ₹235 crore over 15 years

Cricket Australia eyes Chennai to host upcoming Big Bash League matches

Cricket Australia is exploring Chennai as a venue for Big Bash League matches to expand its global audience and strengthen advertising revenue prospects

Chennai-Abu Dhabi Etihad flight returns due to 'technical issue'

A flight bound for Abu Dhabi with about 280 passengers aborted its journey on Monday following a "fire" on its left wing, airport officials here said. The Etihad flight was preparing for take-off when the pilots noticed the fire. Subsequently, all the passengers were safely disembarked and there were no injuries to anyone, officials added. The fire was immediately put out by Fire Service personnel and the flight was cancelled. Etihad Airways could not be reached immediately for a comment.

Vijay to take oath as TN CM today, Guv approves appointment of 9 ministers

The event marks the first non-Dravidian party to form the government in the state breaking the traditional domination of AIADMK and the DMK

Bikaji Foods founder Shiv Ratan Agarwal passes away at 74 in Chennai

Chairman and Managing Director of Bikaji Foods International Ltd Shiv Ratan Agarwal died in Chennai on Thursday morning, family sources said here. The 74-year-old complained of uneasiness and was rushed to a private hospital in Tamil Nadu's capital, where he breathed his last, the sources said. His wife had recently undergone a heart bypass surgery, and doctors had advised rest, due to which he had been staying in Chennai, they added. Agarwal, a resident of Sardulganj in Bikaner, founded the Bikaji brand in 1993. What began as a small venture grew into a major food brand, popular in India and abroad, particularly for 'Bikaneri bhujia'. Former Rajasthan chief minister Ashok Gehlot condoled his demise, saying the news of the noted industrialist's death was deeply saddening. "Through the Bikaji brand, he brought global recognition to Bikaneri bhujia. His demise is an irreparable loss. I pray for peace to the departed soul and strength to the bereaved family," Gehlot said in a post o

Tamil Nadu: Moving on from good to great with growth push, $1 trillion goal

The turnaround is the result of TN's faster growth following the 1991 reforms, with its per capita GDP growing at 5.8 per cent per annum, compared to 4.7 per cent for India as a whole (1994-2023)

Nikon India opens Experience Zone in Chennai to boost creator engagement

Imaging product maker Nikon India has set up its Experience Centre in the city, aimed at strengthening its engagement with photographers, filmmakers and digital creators. The Experience Zone underscores the focus of Nikon India on going beyond traditional retail to create 'creator-first spaces' that enable hands-on engagement, learning and community building. The Experience Zone at Kanchan Films in the city offers access to Nikon's latest imaging portfolio, including mirrorless Z-series cameras, DSLR cameras, COOLPIX range and accessories. Nikon India Pvt Ltd Managing Director Sajjan Kumar in a statement on Tuesday, said, "Chennai represents a dynamic and culturally rich market with a growing base of photographers, film makers and content creators." "With the launch of our new store in Chennai, we aim to deliver a premium, hands-on retail experience that empowers users to explore, engage and create with confidence. This expansion reflects our continued focus on strengthening our .

Oil ministry issues advisory, warns petrol pumps against selling loose fuel

The ministry warned petrol pumps against selling petrol and diesel in loose containers and urged consumers not to store fuel improperly, citing serious safety risks