Deccan Region Today

Bharat Tex 2026 attracts $2.8 billion business enquiries, ₹14,300 crore textile investments

At Bharat Tex 2026, business inquiries reached $2.8 billion, complemented by investments of ₹14,300 crore. Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka have taken a leading role in proposing substantial textile investments nationwide. The recent India-UK FTA is poised to enhance India's textile and apparel export growth significantly. As the country broadens its free trade agreement scope, expectations are set for exports to hit ₹9 lakh crore by 2030.

Kerala Chief Minister Announces 18 August Start Date For Full Export-Import Operations At Vizhinjam Port

Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan announced that Vizhinjam International Seaport will commence full-fledged export-import operations from 18 August. The Chief Minister will flag off the first export container on 18 August, formally inaugurating commercial export-import operations. The launch coincides with the Mission Samudra Business Summit, which will bring together global shipping companies, logistics firms, exporters, investors and industry leaders.

Delta Electronics to expand manufacturing in Krishnagiri

Delta Electronics India is planning to set up a greenfield facility in its existing manufacturing unit in Krishnagiri, as part of its expansion. On Friday, Benjamin Lin, president, and Niranjan Nayak, managing director, met with TN chief Minister and kept him abreast of the business expansion plans. Delta already operates a large manufacturing facility in Krishnagiri, within which an expansion is proposed as part of its ongoing presence in the region. The company proposed establishment of a greenfield testing and validation setup in its existing facility named ARIVAM.

Gujarat tops NITI's investment friendliness index; Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu follow

Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu lead NITI Aayog's investment friendliness index. The index assesses states on eight key parameters for investor attraction. Fifteen states were classified as frontrunners, including Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. India needs to increase investment to boost economic growth and demand. Strengthening state-level ecosystems is essential for national competitiveness and growth.

Telangana among top 10 states in Investment Friendliness Index

Telangana has ranked 13th among all states and Union Territories and 10th among 17 large states in the NITI Aayog’s Investment Friendliness Index, scoring 47.3 out of 100 and earning the ‘Frontrunner’ status. The index, released on Friday, was developed following a direction from Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the ninth Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog in July 2024 to prepare an investment-friendly charter.

Andaman & Nicobar Islands Set to Become Key Hub for India’s Strategic and Economic Growth

The Andaman & Nicobar Islands are emerging as a key region in India’s growth story, offering significant opportunities in strategic security, maritime connectivity and economic development. With its unique location in the Indian Ocean, the island group holds immense importance for strengthening India’s maritime presence and improving connectivity with regional and global partners. Beyond its strategic value, the islands are witnessing growing attention for infrastructure expansion, tourism development, trade opportunities and sustainable economic initiatives. These efforts are expected to create new avenues for investment, employment and local development.