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Andhra Pradesh is fast emerging as India’s next big investment powerhouse—with Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu setting an ambitious target of $500 billion in three years Vice-president C.P. Radhakrishnan with Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu in Visakhapatnam At the 30th CII Partnership Summit held in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh showcased its growing economic magnetism, attracting commitments from India’s most influential business groups, including the Adan

More than 2,000 exhibitors and delegates from 80 countries will converge in New Delhi as Plastindia 2026 prepares for its biggest edition yet   Plastindia 2026 is gearing up for an unprecedented global presence, with over 2,000 exhibitors and participation from 80 countries, making it the world’s largest standalone plastics exhibition. Scheduled to take place in New Delhi from 5–10 February 2026, the 12th edition promises to be a landmark event for one of India’s fastest-grow

In an industry long dominated by global giants, Falguni Nayar has carved a distinctly Indian path   Falguni Nayar The founder and CEO of Nykaa had spoken to young entrepreneurs in Mumbai about belief over disruption, emphasising that “identifying what’s missing in people’s lives is already half the business built.” At 50, she had chosen reinvention over security, leaving a successful investment banking career to merge business acumen with purpose — creating a platform that ma

Fresh momentum in aviation partnership Piyush Goyal discusses expanding opportunities in Indian aviation sector with Air New Zealand CEO (Pic: X) India’s aviation ambitions have received a further boost following the meeting between India’s Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, and Nikhil Ravishankar, Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand, during the minister’s official visit to New Zealand. Held en route to Rotorua as part of India’s fourth round of Fr

The move signals Tesla’s renewed push to build its India presence and revive electric vehicle sales amid sluggish demand   Tesla Inc. has appointed Sharad Agarwal, former head of Lamborghini India, as its new country head — a strategic step to strengthen the company’s footing in the Indian market after a slow start. Agarwal will oversee Tesla’s local operations and lead the development of a long-term India strategy, according to people familiar with the matter. His appointmen

Gopichand P. Hinduja, the billionaire patriarch of Britain’s wealthiest family whose business interests span automotive, banking, energy and infrastructure, passed away in London on Tuesday. He was 85. Known affectionately in business circles as GP , Gopichand was the second of the four Hinduja brothers who together built one of the world’s most diversified conglomerates. The group’s vast portfolio includes marquee names such as Ashok Leyland, IndusInd Bank, Reliance Capital

Move could enhance visibility and liquidity among Indian investors US-based IT major Cognizant is evaluating the possibility of a primary offering and a secondary listing in India, according to Chief Financial Officer Jatin Dalal. The company, which employs a significant workforce in India, said the review is in its early stages and involves consultations with legal and financial advisors in both countries. Dalal noted that while the process is complex and long-term in nature

From towering offices to tree-lined boulevards, Gurugram’s skyline mirrors the vision of Rajiv Singh, Chairman of DLF Limited, India’s largest real estate company For Singh, building cities is not just business — it’s a mission to shape how India lives, works, and dreams.“Real estate is not about buildings,” he says. “It’s about shaping lives and creating legacies.” From Legacy to Leadership Born into the family that built DLF, Rajiv Singh inherited more than a business — he

From soaps in a small pond to a billion-dollar global beauty house, the founder of Forest Essentials has crafted more than skincare — she has built a philosophy of purity, patience, and purpose   On a crisp evening in Delhi, Mira Kulkarni sits surrounded by fragrant oils, ancient Ayurvedic manuscripts, and jars of ghee infused with herbs. She speaks softly, her words measured yet resolute, as though each sentence carries the weight of lived wisdom. “If you cannot eat it, do n

Silicon Valley chipmaker Nvidia has become the first company in history to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, just three months after crossing the $4 trillion mark — underscoring the global frenzy surrounding artificial intelligence The milestone cements Nvidia’s position at the forefront of the AI-driven technological revolution, often compared to the seismic shift sparked by Apple’s launch of the first iPhone 18 years ago. Apple had ridden that wave to become the first p

Engineering powerhouse L&T delivered another strong quarter, boosting profits and order inflows well beyond projections   Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) reported a 15.6 per cent rise in consolidated net profit to ₹3,926.09 crore for the quarter ended September 2025, backed by strong revenue growth and record order inflows. According to a regulatory filing, consolidated revenue from operations rose 10 per cent year-on-year to ₹67,983.53 crore, compared with ₹61,554

Renowned fertility specialist Dr Neha Gupta has been conferred the ‘Excellence in the Field of In-Vitro Fertilisation’ Award at the Times Now India Health Summit & Awards 2025, recognising her outstanding contribution to reproductive medicine and patient care. The award celebrates Dr Gupta’s pioneering work in advancing IVF success rates through innovation, ethical practices, and patient-centric treatment protocols. With years of expertise and numerous successful cases to her

Digital infrastructure major Black Box has outlined an ambitious growth trajectory, targeting a 15 per cent year-on-year increase over the next four years as it moves towards crossing the USD 2 billion revenue milestone by FY2029, according to company officials quoted by agencies Black Box President and CEO Sanjeev Verma   Black Box President and CEO Sanjeev Verma said the company’s upcoming acquisition could contribute up to USD 750 million in incremental revenues, strengthe