Deccan Region Today

Unilever to invest €35 million in India R&D centres, bio-futures tieup

Unilever is stepping up its research and development investments in India with an additional €35 million commitment to upgrade its Mumbai and Bengaluru facilities, as the consumer goods major looks to accelerate product innovation through artificial intelligence (AI), advanced science and strategic partnerships.

Kerala Tourism Pavilion Draws Global Attention at World Travel Market, London

Kerala has showcased its diverse tourism attractions, experiential travel packages and hospitality offerings at the World Travel Market (WTM) London, attracting considerable attention from international travel buyers and industry stakeholders. The three-day event, which commenced on November 3, brings together leading tourism destinations, buyers and sellers from across the world.

APSEZ and ONE launch Malur–Kattupalli EXIM container movement

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has launched export-import (EXIM) container movement between its Inland Container Depot (ICD) at Malur, near Bengaluru, and Adani Kattupalli Port in collaboration with Ocean Network Express (ONE). According to the announcement, the collaboration is intended to improve supply-chain efficiency through coordinated inland logistics and port services. It did not specify the inaugural shipment’s cargo volume, service frequency, transit time or overseas destination.

Telangana targets UK tourists with heritage, Buddhist circuits and destination weddings

Telangana is looking to strengthen its visibility in international markets by showcasing its rich historical legacy, cultural diversity, spiritual attractions and emerging tourism experiences. As one of India’s youngest states, Telangana is keen to establish a distinct identity among overseas travellers, particularly those from the UK and Europe.

Telangana Cabinet to prioritise Global Summit amid drought concerns

The Telangana Cabinet will meet on Thursday to discuss key issues, including preparations for the upcoming Invest Telangana Global Summit–2026. Though the Cabinet is scheduled to discuss various other issues including certain draft bills, the prevailing drought condition, water and power crisis reportedly took a backseat.

Telangana’s industrial GSVA grows 8.1% to ₹3.04 lakh crore: Sridhar Babu

Telangana’s industrial sector registered 8.1% growth in 2025–26, taking its Gross State Value Added (GSVA) to ₹3.04 lakh crore, while merchandise exports increased by 39.3%, IT and Industries Minister D. Sridhar Babu said on Wednesday. Addressing the FICCI Centenary Celebrations and Telangana Deep-Tech Leadership Summit at ITC Kakatiya, he said the state was developing infrastructure to emerge as a global deep-tech hub, with a focus on artificial intelligence, quantum technology, robotics, cybersecurity, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.