Deccan Region Today

Walmart Deepens Engagement Across Andhra Pradesh’s MSME, Export and Farming Ecosystems

Walmart hosted the Walmart Vriddhi MSME Connect Visakhapatnam 2026 on September 26, bringing together government, industry and entrepreneurs to strengthen digital commerce, access to finance and global market opportunities. Walmart works with Andhra Pradesh suppliers in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and seafood, while its Marketplace enables eligible Indian businesses to reach customers in the US, Canada, Mexico and Chile.

AgriCon-HortiConnect India 2026 bring agriculture and horticulture buyers together in Bengaluru

AgriCon–HortiConnect India 2026 will bring agriculture and horticulture under one roof at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC), Bengaluru, from 1–3 October 2026. Organised by Messe Muenchen India and HortiConnect Global, the joint trade fairs will connect growers, Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), suppliers, institutional buyers, exporters, policymakers and international businesses across the farming value chain.

Ingram Micro India expands Bengaluru facility to tap AI, cloud, cyber opportunities

Ingram Micro, a devices and IT software solutions distributor, on Monday said it has expanded its Bengaluru operations with a new facility. The facility will enable Ingram Micro to expand its teams, deepen its operational capabilities, and enhance support for its partners and customers in the region.

Cochin Shipyard signs agreement to acquire 23% stake in Dutch firm Conoship

Cochin Shipyard Limited has officially signed a Share Purchase Agreement to acquire a 23 per cent equity stake in the Netherlands-based ship design and engineering company Conoship International Holding BV. The strategic transaction is valued at a cash consideration of €2.30 million (approximately ₹25 crore), the company said in a stock exchange filing. The deal has received clearance from the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) and is expected to be finalised within two months.

YKK India Breaks Ground on $150 Million Plant in Tamil Nadu

New facility near Chennai will be YKK India’s third plant and is scheduled for completion in February 2028. YKK held a groundbreaking ceremony on September 25, 2026, marking the start of construction of YKK India Private Limited’s new plant in southern India. Approximately 40 participants, including Jin Deguchi, Managing Director of YKK India, attended the ceremony.

‘Tamil Nadu among attractive states for French investments’

About 150 French companies operate in Tamil Nadu, while companies from the state also have a presence in France. Consul General of France in Puducherry and Chennai, Étienne Rolland-Piègue, says French companies have identified Chennai’s potential as an innovation ecosystem. In an interview, he spoke about trade and economic collaboration between Tamil Nadu and France and the upcoming India–EU FTA.

Billtrust Inaugurates New Global Capability Center in Hyderabad, Anchoring ₹450 Crore, Three-Year Commitment to Telangana

Billtrust, the B2B Cash Generation Platform, today inaugurated its new Global Capability Center in Hyderabad, marking the formal establishment of the company’s India operations. The ceremony was attended by Shri Sridhar Babu, Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs Government of Telangana, as Chief Guest, alongside Billtrust Chief Executive Officer Grant Halloran and members of the company’s global executive leadership team.

AZAD Engineering Inaugurates Two GE Vernova Facilities

AZAD Engineering Limited has inaugurated two Exclusive Lean Manufacturing Facilities for GE Vernova's Gas Power business at its Centre of Excellence & Innovation Centre in Turkibollaram, Hyderabad, on September 28, 2026. Facility Details: Two state-of-the-art lean manufacturing facilities, each spanning 7,600 sq. m. Production Focus: Dedicated to manufacturing highly engineered rotating and stationary airfoils and specialized machined parts.