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APCNF prog wins Food Planet Prize for sustainable global farming model
The AP Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) programme has won the prestigious 2026 Food Planet Prize, the world’s largest environmental award focused on transforming global food systems. The award, worth USD 1.5 million (approximately Rs 14 crore), was presented in Båstad, Sweden, on June 2 by the Curt Bergfors Foundation. APCNF emerged as the winner among four global finalists, with Conscious Kitchen (US), NoPalm Ingredients (Netherlands), and Savanna Institute (US) receiving USD 150,000 each in recognition of their work.
Business
Karnataka to set up NRI, public grievance departments; eyes overseas investments
Karnataka is establishing new departments for Non-Resident Indians and public grievances. Chief Minister DK Shivakumar aims to boost NRI investments and resolve citizen complaints. Corporate Social Responsibility funds will support education and healthcare initiatives. The government is also reviewing welfare schemes like Gruha Jyothi and Gruha Lakshmi to prevent misuse and ensure benefits reach eligible recipients across the state.
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Hyundai Motor India to roll out its first mass-market EV from Chennai facility this year
This year, Hyundai Motor India will unveil two innovative vehicle models sourced from its Chennai plant, featuring the company’s first budget-friendly electric vehicle designed for the masses. Committed to turning Tamil Nadu into its electric vehicle headquarters in India, Hyundai is simultaneously expanding its network of charging stations.
Technology
L&T To Invest Rs 18,600 Cr in TN, Signs MoU in Presence of CM Vijay
Infrastructure major Larsen & Toubro (L&T) on Thursday signed a MoU with the Tamil Nadu government to take up three projects costing Rs 18,600 crore and assuring employment opportunities to over 8,000 people.The MoU was signed by representatives from L&T and state government in the presence of Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay and L&T chairman and managing director S N Subrahmanyan at the Secretariat.
Business
US telecom giant T-Mobile sets up Hyderabad GCC, plans to hire 1,000 employees by 2027
US telecom major T-Mobile (TMUS) unveiled its new Global Technology Centre (GTC) in Hyderabad on June 4, its first such facility in India. It was inaugurated by Telangana IT and Industries Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu. The new facility, operated by TMUS Global Solutions, spans 2.5 lakh square feet, and will be expanding its workforce to nearly 1,000 employees by 2027, according to the company. The Hyderabad centre will serve as a strategic technology hub for the company, building capabilities across software engineering, DevOps, product development, data analytics, cybersecurity and next-generation digital solutions.
Technology
Telangana signs cooperation agreement with Germany’s Thuringia
Telangana state has signed a cooperation agreement with Thuringia, a state in Germany. The agreement focuses on technology, skill training, startups, and life sciences. Minister-President Mario Voigt of Thuringia met Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad. Voigt praised Telangana’s rapid economic growth and called it a leading centre for progress and innovation in India. The Chief Minister, Revanth Reddy, emphasised the need for skill training programmes suitable for the age of artificial intelligence. He said Telangana wants to train workers for countries like Germany, Japan, and South Korea.