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From Team Deccan Centre
May 11, 2026
Andhra Pradesh
Business
Deliver speedy development: Andhra CM Naidu to Collectors
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has emphasised that Andhra Pradesh must set benchmarks in governance, welfare and industrial growth, urging officials to deliver development at speed and make the State a model for innovation. On industrial growth, he highlighted MoUs worth Rs 23 lakh crore with a potential to generate 24 lakh jobs.
Technology
Google explores investments across AI infra in India, to manufacture servers, drones: Vaishnaw
Internet giant Google is exploring investment opportunities across AI infrastructure, including the production of servers and drones, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Friday. "Google is exploring investments in India across AI infrastructure and the manufacturing of servers and drones," Vaishnaw said in a social media post after meeting company officials.
Karnataka
Business
Commerce Secretary Holds Talks With Swiss Counterpart To Advance India-EFTA Trade Pact Implementation
Seeking to advance the implementation of the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) and strengthen bilateral trade and investment ties, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal this week held bilateral talks with his Swiss counterpart and reviewed the progress made so far. The pact is expected to benefit diverse sectors and regions, including grapes from Maharashtra, coffee from Karnataka, spices from Kerala, seafood from Andhra Pradesh, and horticulture from the North Eastern states.
Kerala
Business
Kerala participated in the Annual Investment Meeting, Abu Dhabi
Kerala participated in the Annual Investment Meeting from May 8 to 10 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, UAE, with participants from 170 countries gathering for this premier global investment platform. The Government of Kerala is a gold sponsor at the event. The event is supported by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development.
Geopolitics
Foreign remittances to Kerala stay resilient despite West Asia crisis
Money from non-resident Indians to Kerala remains strong. Banks like Federal Bank and South Indian Bank show growth in deposits. This inflow is vital for Kerala's economy. A weaker rupee also boosts remittances. Experts believe inflows will continue unless job losses in the Middle East occur. A prolonged conflict could pose a long-term risk.
Tamil Nadu
Geopolitics
IIT Madras Global Research Foundation Establishes First U.S. Center to Boost Deep-Tech Innovation
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) Global Research Foundation announced the establishment of its first U.S. center in Menlo Park, California, at the SelectUSA Investment Summit on May 06, 2026. Launched on April 24, 2026, in partnership with CA Startups, the center represents a strategic shift toward taking Indian deep-tech research and startups directly to global innovation hubs. The initiative involves a planned investment of US$ 7.5 million, including a US$ 4.5 million greenfield investment from IIT, Madras.
Telangana
Business
Hyderabad to become global city in next 10 years, says Sridhar Babu
Telangana Information Technology and Industries Minister Sridhar Babu on Thursday, May 7, said that Hyderabad is set to be transformed into a global city over the next decade. He said that over 70 GCCs had been established in Hyderabad during the previous year — the highest in the country — and the state government is now aiming to attract more international investments and develop future-ready infrastructure.
PM Modi says Hyderabad has global potential; virtually inaugurates projects worth over Rs 9,377 crore in Telangana
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said Hyderabad possess both national and global potential and plays a crucial role in the rapid development of Telangana and the country, while virtually inaugurating and laying foundation stones for multiple developmental projects worth over Rs 9,377 crore in Hyderabad