Deccan Region Today

Amaravati to rise as India’s deep-tech capital, says Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday unveiled an ambitious vision to transform Amaravati into a deep-tech capital powered by artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing, saying the city would emerge as one of India’s leading urban centres and a global technology hub. Speaking after inaugurating the E-3 seed access road and steel bridges, Naidu said Amaravati’s development has “entered a new phase” and expressed confidence that Prime Minister Narendra Modi would return in 2028 to inaugurate a capital city that would make the entire country proud.

Singapore-based Hillhouse plans to double India investments with real estate, data centres in focus

Hillhouse Investments plans to significantly increase its India real estate and data center investments. The firm aims to double its current commitments within the next two to three years. India's developing real estate market presents substantial long-term growth opportunities for the company. Hillhouse is building a full-stack platform and a separate co-investment pool for data centers.

Karnataka maintains dominance among India’s startup hubs

Karnataka has emerged as one of India’s strongest startup hubs with 24,026 – around 10% of the total startup organisations recognised under the Startup India initiative. The startup organisations in the state have generated more than 2.58 lakh direct jobs and attracted more than Rs 6,218 crore in venture capital investments during the past five years, says data tabled in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Tamil Nadu Signs Four MoUs With Quantum Computing Ventures at State Investment Conclave

Tamil Nadu signed four memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with quantum computing ventures at the Vetri Tamil Nadu Investment Conclave 2026, the Deccan Chronicle reported. The agreements cover different parts of the quantum technology ecosystem, spanning computing hardware, control technology, and research and development. The four companies are Quantum Integrated Machines, Chennai-based Quntrolsphere, TriQuanta Labs, and Aheesa Digital Innovations, though the last of these is a chip-design investment rather than a quantum computing venture.

Telangana key growth engine in India’s development journey: Governor Shukla

Telangana is emerging as a key growth engine in India’s development journey, with Hyderabad establishing itself as a major hub for technology, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology and emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla said on Saturday. Unfurling the National Flag at the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Lok Bhavan here, the Governor called upon citizens to contribute collectively to building a developed and self-reliant India, drawing inspiration from the sacrifices, courage and patriotism of the freedom fighters.

Andaman admin seeks firms to explore feasibility of AI data centre in Great Nicobar

The Andaman and Nicobar administration seeks private companies for green AI data centres. Companies can explore feasibility for facilities in Great Nicobar or Little Andaman. This initiative aims to develop sustainable digital infrastructure leveraging island advantages. The administration issued an Expression of Interest for potential private sector involvement. Interested entities must submit proposals within forty-five days of publication.