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Andhra aims 500 lakh MT of horticultural produce
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has outlined plans to achieve 500 lakh metric tonnes of horticultural produce in Rayalaseema, Prakasam and Markapur districts. The Chief Minister declared that Rayalaseema would emerge as the world’s largest horticulture cluster, positioning Andhra Pradesh at the forefront. He revealed that Dubai-based DP World has evinced interest in establishing a horticulture cluster in the State.
Business
Bengaluru firm, Embraer subsidiary tie up for MRO and manufacturing
Bengaluru-based Axiscades Technologies Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with Portugal-based OGMA, a subsidiary of Embraer to jointly pursue aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO). Both firms will jointly explore opportunities in India, the UAE and the wider MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region markets that are seeing rising demand for certified MRO and engineering services.
Italian Pavilion at IMTEX 2026 Drove India-Italy Manufacturing Engagement Under OpportunItaly Platform
For the 21st edition of IMTEX 2026, the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) and UCIMU, in collaboration with the Indian Machine Tool Manufacturers' Association (IMTMA), showcased the growing industrial opportunities between Italy and India. Organised from 21 - 25 January, IMTEX 2026 served as a key global platform, bringing together public institutions, machine tool manufacturers, metal fabricators and leading industrial stakeholders from across the value chain.
Geopolitics
Australia to boost Karnataka partnership in education, tech, says BCIC
Australia is significantly increasing its collaboration with Karnataka. The state will become a key hub for education, technology, and business ties. This partnership focuses on key sectors. A leading Australian university plans to open a campus in Bengaluru. This move reflects confidence in Karnataka's innovation potential. The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement will boost trade and create new opportunities.
Business
Board of Cochin Shipyard approves acquisition of 23% stake in Conoship, Netherlands
The board of Cochin Shipyard at its meeting held on 28 January 2026 has approved the proposal for acquisition of 23% equity shares of Conoship International Holding B.V. (Conoship), Netherlands with the objective of establishing a footprint in the European market through access to European ship design capabilities.
Technology
Blackstone plans Rs 10,000-crore digital infra hub in Chennai
Blackstone is expanding its data centre presence in India with a Rs 10,000 crore investment to build a hyperscale campus in Chennai. The 16-acre facility in Ambattur will start with 216 MW capacity and is developed with Beary Group. This move strengthens Blackstone’s growing Indian data centre portfolio.
Technology
Government of Telangana and Blaize partner to launch AI Innovation Hub, other AI initiatives
The Government of Telangana has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Blaize Inc. a US based company to launch the Telangana AI Innovation Hub (TAIH). Signed at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the MoU outlines Blaize's intention to establish a Research and Development (R&D) Centre in the State of Telangana. It aims to advance AI computing that supports applied AI initiatives and government-led projects.