‘We plan to open over five IIT-M Global centres’ | Chennai News

Thirumalai Madhavnarayan, CEO and director of IITM Global After initial success in deep-tech incubation, IIT Madras has sets its sights on global expansion to support startups in entering new markets, funding, and corporate partnerships. In an interview, Thirumalai Madhavnarayan, chief executive and director of IIT-M Global (IIT Madras Global Research Foundation), said that they are…

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Amid turmoil, MSMEs look to adapt | Chennai News

With the West Asia crisis dealing yet another blow to Tamil Nadu’s micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), industry bodies are drawing on lessons from past disruptions to navigate the latest bout of geopolitical volatility. The state is home to one of India’s largest MSME ecosystems, spanning sectors such as leather products, engineering goods, automobiles,…

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Focus on design, packaging over wafer race: NITI Aayog | Chennai News

Chennai: India should focus on its current strengths and aim for global leadership on design, outsourced semiconductor assembly and testing (OSAT), advanced packaging, and critical semiconductor materials, including wide bandgap and advanced packaging materials, rather than chasing the wafer race, according to a NITI Aayog report released on Friday.The report argued that it should prioritise…

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How filter coffee giant Narasus made an ‘instant’ transformation | Chennai News

For generations of Tamilians, the aroma of freshly brewed filter coffee has been part of the morning ritual. Long before café chains arrived, the Salem-based brand Narasus had become a household name, aided by iconic ads, including the memorable “Besh besh… romba nanna irukku” catchphrase popularised by comedian Usilai Mani and campaigns featuring Aachi Manorama…

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EV penetration races towards double digits in 2Ws | Chennai News

Chennai: India’s battery electric vehicle (EV) market accelerated in May, with registrations increasing both year-on-year and month-on-month amid higher fuel prices announced during the last week of the month. The uptick comes after April defied the usual post-March slowdown, underscoring sustained demand across segments. Electric two-wheelers (e2Ws) are set to reach a key milestone, with…

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