Deccan Region Today

World Bank & ADB review project execution, finances in Amaravati

A high-level joint delegation from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) kicked off a three-day study mission in the Andhra Pradesh capital region on Wednesday to assess the ground-level execution, financial management, and developmental milestones of ongoing infrastructure projects.

Andhra Pradesh secures agreements for 6.5 GW data centre capacity, projects moving to execution: Minister

Andhra Pradesh has secured agreements for its targeted 6.5 gigawatts (GW) of data centre capacity, with projects now moving towards execution, the state Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh said on Thursday. Speaking to the media on the sidelines of the 13th Annual Forum 2026: India 3.0 – Engaging for Growth in a Disrupted World, the minister said the state had completed the agreements required to meet its data centre capacity target.

Karnataka to woo Singapore majors; Sats plans expansion

Karnataka's industries minister MB Patil is engaging with several companies in Singapore for investment opportunities. The discussions included establishing operations in Karnataka for companies like ST Engineering and Sats. Japfa has shown interest in setting up a feed mill and food-processing plant in the state.

Cochin Shipyard Inks Deal To Acquire 23% Stake In From Leading Dutch Engineering Firm For 2.30 Million Euros

Cochin Shipyard Ltd. inked a deal to acquire a 23% stake from Conoship International Holding BV, a prominent ship design and engineering company from the Netherlands, for 2.30 million euros or Rs 25 crore, according to an exchange filing from the company on Thursday. The indicative period of completion for the acquisition is two months.

Efectis Group Strengthens Its Presence in India with the Launch of Efectis India

Efectis, a global leader in fire safety and explosion risk management, has officially launched Efectis India following the acquisition of a majority stake in AADIT, developed by entrepreneurs Mr. Anil Agarwal and Mr. Jothi Ramalingam. This strategic milestone marks a significant step in the Group’s long-term commitment to the Indian market.

NUS deepens engagement with industry, government and academia in Tamil Nadu

NUS conducted several initiatives in Chennai to strengthen its relationship with Tamil Nadu and India. An Industry Networking Session facilitated dialogue between senior representatives from NUS and the Tamil Nadu Government. The signing of a three-year MOU with Guidance Tamil Nadu aims to enhance postgraduate education and collaborations. Furthermore, the inaugural NUS Postgraduate Fair attracted significant interest from over 3,500 prospective students.

Brussels Airport and Hyderabad International Airport join forces to strengthen air cargo connectivity between Belgium and India

Brussels Airport (BRU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hyderabad International Airport (HYD). The agreement aims to strengthen cooperation in air cargo development by sharing knowledge and improving connectivity between BRU and HYD. “With this MoU, we are taking an important step to bring the ecosystems of Brussels Airport and Hyderabad International Airport closer together. By strengthening cargo flows between our regions, we can support trade and economic growth.

Microsoft opens fourth India cloud region in Telangana

Microsoft on Thursday opened its India South Central data centre region in Telangana, expanding its cloud and AI infrastructure presence in the country. Telangana IT Minister D Sridhar Babu, who inaugurated Microsoft’s India South Central datacenter region at Chandanvelly in Rangareddy district, said the state was targeting 5 GW of datacenter capacity by 2029, with around USD 30 billion in potential investment across the broader AI and digital infrastructure ecosystem, according to a press release.

Nava Limited Announces Commissioning of 100 MW Solar Project in Zambia; Begins Power Evacuation

In a landmark leap into renewable energy, Nava Limited today announced the commissioning of 100 MW solar power plant by its step-down subsidiary, Maamba Solar Energy Limited (MSEL), Zambia, marking a defining milestone in the group journey into renewables. Power evacuation from the plant to the Zambian grid has commenced.