Manufacturing companies, Make in India, PLI scheme, and industrial startup news.
The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) has seen 29 more proposals approved by the Ministry of Information Technology (MeitY). Investments of INR 7,104 Cr, 14,246 direct jobs, and an anticipated production pipeline worth INR 84,515 Cr are all part of the revised proposals. With this, MeitY has
Using the secret route, B2B manufacturing firm Zetwerk allegedly filed DRHP for its $450 Mn (approximately INR 4,200 Cr) IPO. In a pre-IPO investment round, the business aims to raise $50-60 millions. In the past, Zetwerk's public listing was guided by Mahindra Capital, Avendus Capital, JM Financial,
New demonstrations have broken out as a result of a long-running disagreement about employment suspensions at Samsung India. On March 22, more than 27 employees and their families were arrested in Chennai. The workers' goal was to reach the State Secretariat via Sriperumbudur. In the Kancheepuram area, where the
Workroom Automation secures seed funding, plans to accelerate AI-driven production planning and orchestration, scale enterprise deployments, and accelerate the shift towards autonomous factory operations.
Gold and silver prices in India on 22 March 2026 remained largely stable, with gold holding firm near recent levels and silver prices staying unchanged across major cities. The precious metals market continues to take cues from global trends, including interest rate expectations, inflation concerns, and movements in the US
As part of StartupTalky’s International Women’s Day 2026 series, Devashree Nampurkar discusses breaking barriers in defence manufacturing, driving engineering innovation, and contributing to India’s self-reliance through deep-tech solutions.
IAN Group, the country’s single largest early-stage investment platform, has invested in Rymo Technologies, a robotic neuro-rehabilitation startup, in its seed funding round of over INR 10 crore, through its evergreen fund, IAN Angel Fund, with participation from other angel investors. The fresh capital will be used to accelerate
The luxury automaker will react to declining profitability, reduced demand, and a difficult global market climate by laying off about 6% of its worldwide workforce. To safeguard its long-term competitiveness, the Volkswagen-owned business stated it would cut approximately 275 jobs in the UK. This would be achieved in part through
Travis Kalanick, co-founder of Uber, has started a robotics company called Atoms to create specialist robots for industries like transportation, food processing, and mining. The new partnership brings together CloudKitchens, Kalanick's ghost kitchen business, and a robotics-focused enterprise. In order to power unique, large-scale industrial settings, Atoms will
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In India’s mining corridors, transformation rarely happens overnight. It demands discipline, precision, and relentless operational focus. Few leaders understand this reality better than Arun Misra. His rise reflects a strategy forged deep within industrial ground. When he assumed charge at Hindustan Zinc, expectations were high. The company was strong,
In 2025, Apple Inc. reached a market revenue of over INR 3 trillion thanks to the iPhones made by two important vendors, Tata Electronics and Foxconn (Hon Hai Technology Group). That puts Apple in second place, only behind Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPVL), the biggest listed manufacturing company in the
Tattvam AI, a deeptech startup building AI systems to automate semiconductor chip design, today announced it has raised $1.7 million in pre-seed funding led by Seedcamp, with participation from EWOR, Entropy Industrial Ventures, Concept Ventures, semiconductor angel Stan Boland. The world is racing to build custom silicon. Unlike general-purpose
Gold and silver prices in India showed mixed trends at market close on 25 February 2026. Gold ended marginally higher, supported by safe-haven demand and a weaker rupee, while silver saw a sharper uptick amid volatility and rising industrial interest. Global cues, including firming bullion prices and fluctuations in the
Bengaluru-based Pulse has raised a $4 million seed round led by 3one4 Capital, with participation from Incubate Fund Asia & Stride Ventures, and angel investors including founders of Blackbuck and Agrizy to build a full-stack, asset-light medical equipment manufacturing brand that designs, sources and delivers affordable, globally compliant products at
Gold and silver prices in India jumped at the market close on 23 February 2026, supported by a sharp global bullion rally and elevated safe-haven demand. Silver led the gains, surging over 6% intraday, while gold held steady near multi-week highs. Domestic rates were further strengthened by a slightly weaker
On February 18th, Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced its intention to form a joint venture with Nvidia, a chipmaking giant. This JV will be formed to construct a sovereign AI manufacturing infrastructure in India on a gigawatt scale. Day three of the AI Impact Summit was when the
The new fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) factory that Dabur India is building in Tindivanam, Tamil Nadu, was officially inaugurated on 12 February. Located in the Tamil Nadu town of Tindivanam, the Tindivanam plant will mark Dabur's entry into the southern Indian market. In a press release, the company
Pandorum Technologies, a biotechnology company pioneering programmable regenerative medicine, with operations in India and the United States, has announced the closing of a US$18 million in Series B financing round, to advance the clinical development of its disease-modifying, tunable, exosome-based therapies, including Kuragenx, while scaling global manufacturing and expanding
In a recent announcement, Mahindra Group detailed their plans to invest INR 15,000 crore over 10 years to build their largest integrated manufacturing complex in Nagpur. The project will produce automobiles and tractors. When fully operational, the factory can produce 500,000 automobiles and 100,000 tractors. In 2028,
Digital Striker Private Limited, an optical fiber tools and equipment company founded by Priyanka, has raised $1 million (approx. ₹8.5 crore) from Foxhog Ventures, the USA-based venture capital firm led by CEO, Mr. Tarun Poddar. The funding will be used to set up India's first manufacturing unit
Octobotics Tech Pvt Ltd, an industrial robotics company, has announced the successful closure of its Series Seed funding round of approximately ₹10 crore. The round was led by Navam Capital, with participation from BYT Capital. The funds will be deployed to accelerate product development, strengthen field validation, and support international
Varaha, Asia’s largest developer of high-integrity carbon removal projects, today announced its Series B financing round of ~$45M, and close of the initial tranche of $20M, led by WestBridge Capital. The new capital will accelerate Varaha’s geographic expansion, strengthen its scientific and MRV capabilities, and scale a new
A strategic alliance to create an integrated ecosystem in India for the manufacturing of helicopters was launched on 3 February by the Adani Group and the Italian major Leonardo. This will greatly assist the 'Make in India' initiatives and the goal of increasing India's self-sufficiency. Increasing
StartupTalky presents Recap'25, a series of exclusive interviews where we connect with founders and industry leaders to reflect on their journey in 2025 and discuss their vision for the future. In this December edition, StartupTalky speaks with Meenu Singhal, Regional Managing Director – Greater India Region at Socomec, who
Copper prices have been one of the biggest talking points in global commodity markets so far in 2026. After hitting record levels towards the end of 2025, the industrial metal continues to show strength on major exchanges and is drawing investor interest alongside precious metals such as gold and silver.
In order to meet the growing demand for the Chinese automaker's electric vehicles, BYD Co. is considering possibilities to expand in India, including local assembly. Due to import limits, the company is considering local assembly in India and is seeking to get local safety and regulatory approvals for
IAN Alpha Fund, the 2nd in the series of IAN Group’s VC fund, has invested INR 25 crores in D-Propulse Aerospace Private Limited to support the development of next-generation aerospace propulsion systems. The investment reflects IAN Group’s commitment to support deep-tech startups aligned to India’s strategic imperatives.
Global aerospace leader Embraer and Adani Defence & Aerospace signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on 27 January. As per the MoU, both the firms will create an integrated regional transport aircraft ecosystem in India. Both the firms will be working together on opportunities in aircraft manufacturing, supply chain, aftermarket
As the US automaker revives a plant it closed four years ago, Ford Motor Company intends to invest roughly INR 3,250 crore ($370 million) in India to produce new engines, according to a report by Bloomberg. According to a source who asked not to be identified because the plans
In an effort to establish the nation's first international phone brand, London-based smartphone manufacturer Nothing, which is well-known for its transparent device designs, is increasing investments in India and focusing on young people in the most populous country in the world. On September 25, the unicorn firm revealed
According to state minister TRB Rajaa, Reliance Consumer Products Limited will invest INR 1,156 crore to establish an integrated manufacturing facility in Tamil Nadu. The plant will be established in SIPCOT Allikulam Industrial Park in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, the State Industries Minister wrote in a post on X. Over
Samsung, a key player in the Korean electronics industry, has now extended its "Make in India" campaign by producing laptops domestically in India, following the launch of smartphones. Samsung’s Noida Facility: Expanding From Smartphones to Laptops According to a Times Now article, the laptops are put together
New Delhi [India], July 15: Established in 1960, C.S. Panchal & Co. has carved a niche for itself in the manufacturing sector, specializing in high-quality cam components for various industries, including textiles, pharmaceuticals, and packaging. What started as a modest unit in Dariapur Khadia-Naka has flourished into a significant
Mumbai, June 26, 2025: Hyderabad-based AI surveillance and security solutions provider, Brihaspathi Technologies Limited, has successfully raised USD 10 million in funding from foreign institutional investors (FIIs) and others. This capital infusion will fuel the company’s expansion efforts, including the establishment of a new 72,000 sq. ft. CCTV
India's ammunition manufacturing sector is undergoing a massive change for the sake of self-reliance and modernisation. Earlier, it was mainly the presidencies of Defence Public Sector Undertakings and Ordnance Factories under whose walls this industry, like a sleeping beauty, was forced to wrestle with obsolescence in technology and
Vijay Vittal Mallya, popularly known as Vijay Mallya, is an Indian businessman and an ex-Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha). He was born in Kolkata, on 18 December 1955. He can be commonly recalled as the former owner of the IPL cricket team of Royal Challengers Bangalore and the former owner
China's manufacturing sector saw its most rapid decline in over a year, with the April Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) falling to 49.0, its lowest level since December 2023. This marked contraction, indicated by a reading below 50, occurs against the backdrop of the export-driven parts of
On Friday, India's Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the country's first fully AI-designed server, made by VVDN Technologies, in a big push to showcase India's growing electronics design and artificial intelligence capabilities. The server was unveiled at VVDN's Global Innovation Park in
Nuvoco is acquiring a cement and clinker manufacturing facility from the Suhail Bahwan Group which will grow their footprint in western India.
Thiruvananthapuram(Kerala) [India], March 20: iHub Robotics, India’s pioneering humanoid robotics startup, has successfully raised INR 4.3 crore ($520K) in pre-seed funding from U.S. investors. With this fresh capital, the company is set to establish India’s largest humanoid robotics manufacturing facility in Kerala, reinforcing its vision
India’s most valuable drone startup, Garuda Aerospace, announces a strategic investment in Zuppa, an indigenous deep-tech startup specializing in cyber-secure drones and advanced autopilot systems. Garuda Aerospace’s investment in Zuppa marks a major milestone in strengthening the Make in India drone ecosystem, aligning with the government’s vision
Tokyo Electron, a partner of Tata Electronics, is the most recent fab toolmaker to consider establishing a manufacturing presence in the nation. The Tokyo Electron India Project's project director, Vaidya Bharadwaj, told reporters that although localisation is not a top priority right now, Tokyo Electron is keen to
As part of its Manufacturing Incubation Initiative, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) recently announced a collaboration with HCLSoftware, a leading global provider of software solutions. By encouraging cooperation between governmental and corporate institutions, especially in the field of manufacturing innovative products, this effort seeks to
After ten years, the Government of India's "Make in India" campaign has demonstrated its effectiveness in stimulating investment, encouraging creativity, and developing top-notch infrastructure to turn India into a center for manufacturing, design, and innovation. It still has a major influence on the nation's
According to a statement released by the American chipmaker on 18 September, Analog Devices (ADI) and the Indian giant Tata Group have inked a pact to examine the possibility of manufacturing semiconductor goods in India. To construct India's first semiconductor production facility in the state of Gujarat and
A statement from the state government of Tamil Nadu stated that the electronic component supply company Jabil intends to invest INR 2,000 crore to establish a manufacturing plant in Trichy, resulting in the creation of around 5,000 employment opportunities in the state. On September 10, in the United
The Agricultural and Processed Food Export Development Authority (Apeda), which is responsible for facilitating exports of agricultural products, has set a goal of $1 billion to promote Indian alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages internationally over the next several years, in response to the robust demand for Indian spirits around the world.
The appliances and electronics manufacturing sector, including the kitchen appliance industry, continues to experience significant growth. This growth is mainly driven by the continuous changes in consumer demands and the latest advancements in technology. In 2023, the Indian kitchen appliances market reached US$5.6 billion and is expected to
India hopes to enhance its defense exports and decrease its dependence on foreign suppliers by implementing Make In India. The global defense market is worth $2.1 trillion. In 2022, India spent around $76.6 billion, or 2.4% of its GDP, on its military, putting it third in the
MoS of Electronics and IT Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar to speak about the growing impact of emerging technologies in India’s digital aspirations as a Chief Guest and speaker. New Delhi, November 22, 2023: India's ascent to a global innovation epicenter is a testament to government initiatives such as
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by Augury. Machine health is critical to reducing maintenance costs and unplanned downtime, improving overall equipment effectiveness, and increasing productivity. However, even though every industrial company
Kellogg’s is a renowned American multinational food manufacturing company that specializes in producing breakfast cereals, snacks, and convenience foods. The company was founded in 1906 by Will Keith Kellogg, a health food enthusiast who aimed to provide wholesome and nutritious breakfast options to people. Kellogg’s headquarters are located
The aviation industry in India is the fastest-growing sector in the world as per the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The manufacturing hub of Indian aviation is located in Bangalore and the UDAN scheme of the government drives the growing civil aviation and aviation infrastructure in the country. Indian civil
The classic image of a startup revolves around the IT industry and many guides and tips are geared towards tech and programming ventures. However, startups can be found in many other industries and they are just as fascinating. Take for example the manufacturing sector which represents a sizable chunk of
Company Profile is an initiative by StartupTalky to publish verified information on different startups and organizations. The content in this post has been approved by INOX. Over the years, India has been seeing some huge setups related to trading and manufacturing. Today, the manufacturing sector contributes about 16-17% to the
Mahindra Group is one of the most well-known Indian conglomerate company that has its headquarters based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. The company originally called as Muhammad and Mahindra and was established in 1945 by the brothers J.C Mahindra, K.C Mahindra and Malik Ghulam Muhammad. The conglomerate is considered to
Foxconn, or Hon Hai Precision Industry Co Ltd, is the biggest global electronics manufacturing company. Based in Tucheng, Taiwan, Foxconn is the name that manufactures electronics items for many well-known American, Chinese, Canadian, and Japanese companies. Popular products manufactured by Foxconn included iPad, iPod, Kindle, BlackBerry, Nokia devices, Sony devices,
Indian military is one of the world's most advanced and High-tech military, with a vast number of military personnel serving actively and in reserves. With the increase in threat from neighboring countries such as China and Pakistan, the Indian military has prepared themselves accordingly. The government Companies such
> This article has been contributed by Ms. Pooja Nagdev, Aromatherapist, Cosmetologist and Founder of INATUR. Ayurveda, India's oldest medicinal system, has survived multiple waves of evolution over the previous 5000 years. Ayurveda is poised to become one of the most innovative healthcare growth markets in the world.
For citizens, manufacturing has always been a profitable sector. It needs rational investment in the beginning, but once it is developed and founded, it earns a steady income. However, the option of a successful production concept is vital to the company's performance. There are different business concepts in
The make in India campaign focuses on sectors like oil and gas, railways, electronic systems,ports and shipping, renewable energy, roads and highways. Space, textile and garments, thermal power, tourism and hospitality and wellness. Mr. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, said > “I want to tell the people of