Deccan Region Today

Andhra Pradesh plans Singapore style smart economic township in Amravati

Andhra Pradesh govt is planning to develop an integrated township in Amaravati on the lines of north eastern Singapore’s Punggol district, IT and HRD minister Nara Lokesh said on Monday. Once a rural fishing village, Punggol has today evolved into a digital technology hub that boasts modern eco -friendly waterfront residences.

CII and NUS-ISS Forge Strategic Partnership to Advance AI Governance and Digital Leadership in India

The Confederation of Indian Industry and NUS-ISS of the National University of Singapore (NUS) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance digital leadership and governance capabilities in artificial intelligence (AI) among Indian enterprises through an exclusive executive certification programme. The MOU was exchanged at the CII Annual Business Summit in the presence of Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri N Chandra Babu Naidu; HE Mr Simon Wong, High Commissioner of Singapore to India; Mr Rajiv Memani, President, CII and Dr Suchitra Ella, Vice-President, CII.

Bodo Moller Chemie opens warehouse facility in Bengaluru

Bodo Moller Chemie has launched a new aerospace warehouse in Bengaluru. This facility will supply advanced materials to aviation and industrial manufacturers. It supports both civilian and military production, along with repair operations. The company sees significant growth potential in India's aerospace and electronics sectors.

Hong Kong’s Crown Worldwide plans to double India investments in two years

Crown Worldwide Group is set to invest an additional $30 million in India over the next two years. This expansion includes a new integrated storage and information management facility in Coimbatore. The company aims to double its capacity in one of its fastest-growing global markets. This move will support rising demand for secure storage and digitisation solutions in India.

Spacetech firm Agnikul eyes $50-75 million at $500 million value

Spacetech startup Agnikul Cosmos is reportedly in talks to raise $50-75 million at a $500 million valuation. This potential funding round, similar to its November raise, highlights investor confidence in India's growing private space sector. The funds are earmarked for expanding production capabilities as the company progresses towards commercial deployment.

The Executive Centre leases 465,000 sq ft in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai

The Executive Centre (TEC) has significantly expanded its footprint by leasing 465,000 sq ft across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chennai, adding over 6,000 workstations. This expansion caters to growing demand from Global Capability Centers and multinational corporations, reflecting a broader trend towards flexible workspace solutions in South India's thriving office market.