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March 09, 2026
Andhra Pradesh
Technology
Andhra Pradesh poised for global technology leap: CM Naidu
Andhra Pradesh is gearing up to become a global technology hub, with Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu highlighting massive investments and transformative projects at the Raisina Dialogue. Speaking on ‘Technology, Governance, and the Future,’ jointly organised by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and the Ministry of External Affairs, Naidu said the state was witnessing unprecedented interest from international investors.
Karnataka
Technology
Karnataka budget 2026: Mysuru to be developed as Karnataka's second IT hub
Siddaramaiah announced plans to develop Mysuru as the state’s second IT city to ease pressure on Bengaluru. The budget also proposes AI labs, centres of excellence, robotics and genome research initiatives, expansion of global capability centres, and a new science city to strengthen Karnataka’s technology and innovation ecosystem.
Kerala
Geopolitics
Iranian warship at Kochi signals India's rising role in Global Maritime Law: Justice V.M. Shyamkumar
The recent arrival of the Iranian naval vessel, IRIS Lavan, at Kochi underscores Kerala's growing importance or prominence in International maritime law, said Justice V.M Shyamkumar of the Kerala High Court.
Tamil Nadu
Business
Sunsure Advances Industrial Decarbonisation in Tamil Nadu; signs PPAs with Daeseung Autoparts & Ilgahng Automotive
Sunsure Energy, India's preferred renewable energy solutions provider for leading businesses and utilities transitioning to green power, has signed long-term solar Power Purchase Agreements (PPA) with Daeseung Autoparts India Private Limited, the Indian subsidiary of the South Korea–based Daeseung Group, a prominent player within the global automotive components industry, and Ilgahng Automotive, a prominent Korean-origin automotive company from the same business group.
Geopolitics
HCLTech and UWA deepen strategic partnership to shape next-generation talent architecture
HCLTech, a leading global technology company, in partnership with the Government of Tamil Nadu and the University of Western Australia (UWA), convened senior leaders from government, academia and industry at the Capability Summit 2026, hosted at its Sholinganallur campus in Chennai.
Telangana
Business
US-based Charles Schwab leases 3.45 lakh sq ft office space in Hyderabad for GCC
Charles Schwab is expanding its global operations in India. The US financial services firm has leased a significant office space in Hyderabad's Gachibowli. This move highlights Hyderabad's growing importance as a hub for multinational companies. The lease agreement includes phased commencement and rental escalations. This expansion is expected to boost the city's office market.
Lonza To Establish Global Capability Centre In Hyderabad
Lonza Group AG, a Switzerland-based CDMO, plans to establish a Global Capability Centre (GCC) in Hyderabad, further strengthening the city’s position as a global life sciences and biopharmaceutical hub. Company representatives conveyed the decision and preliminary plans to Telangana Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu and Telangana Lifesciences CEO Shakthi M. Nagappan.
Lakshadweep
Geopolitics
Jitendra Singh reviews ocean based desalination projects in Lakshadweep
union Minister for Earth Sciences and Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh today reviewed the progress of key ocean technology projects being implemented in Lakshadweep, focusing on strengthening water security and promoting sustainable energy solutions in the island country.