Deccan Region Today

Andhra Pradesh Eyes Korean Investments to Expand EV and Chip Ecosystem

Andhra Pradesh is stepping up efforts to position itself as a manufacturing and technology hub by seeking fresh investments from South Korean companies across the electric vehicle (EV), semiconductor and electronics sectors. During a visit to South Korea, Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, Information Technology and Electronics Nara Lokesh held meetings with senior executives of several technology firms to showcase investment opportunities in the State.

Nara Lokesh Courts South Korea’s Boo Young Group for AP Footwear Unit

Andhra Pradesh Minister Nara Lokesh continued his South Korea tour on its fourth day, holding discussions with representatives of Boo Young Group on setting up a footwear and components manufacturing unit in the state. Lokesh met CEO and President Director Ryan Kang and Business Strategy and Planning Manager Millie Richardson, urging the company to invest in Andhra Pradesh’s growing industrial ecosystem.

Nara Lokesh Leads High-level Talks with Samsung in South Korea

Andhra Pradesh IT Nara Lokesh held discussions with senior executives of Samsung Electronics in South Korea, pitching the state as a potential hub for AI infrastructure. The Minister has urged Samsung Electronics to develop Andhra Pradesh as a hub for AI infrastructure, including data centres, server manufacturing, servicing, and to explore setting up a display fab in the state.

Karnataka to invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Bengaluru infrastructure; aims to promote GCCs in tier-2, tier-3 cities

Bengaluru: Karnataka will invest Rs 1.5 lakh crore in Bengaluru's infrastructure while simultaneously promoting investments in tier-2 and tier-3 cities to create new growth centres beyond the state capital, chief minister DK Shivakumar said on Wednesday. "I held a meeting with more than 200 important GCC leaders. We discussed mobility in and beyond Bengaluru....We have given them opportunities for various research and innovation here. The entire world is looking at Bengaluru," Shivakumar told reporters.

Tamil Nadu: America 250 Vibrant In Chennai

The US Consulate General in Chennai is celebrating 250 years of American independence by highlighting America’s rich history and underscoring the deepening convergence of US-India strategic interests. Among the highlights of the celebrations are the illumination of Chennai’s iconic Ripon Building and VIT Chennai, a premier south Indian technology institution, in the colors of the American flag. The U.S. Consulate General building also transformed, adorned with giant US flags and striking red, white, and blue lighting

Revanth Reddy Invites Canadian Investors to Telangana Investment Summit

Canada’s High Commissioner to India Chris Cooter met Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and invited a chief minister-led delegation to visit Canada. The two held productive discussions focused on strengthening Canada–Telangana trade, investment, and innovation partnerships. The discussions highlighted opportunities for enhanced collaboration in major infrastructure and urban development projects underway in Telangana, including the Musi River Development Project, Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion, and the proposed Future City initiative.