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Monday 24 February 2025
Dixon Technologies eyes US$3 billion display unit, seeks Indian government backing
Dixon Technologies, India's largest electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, is pushing to build a US$3 billion display fabrication unit, contingent on government support...
Monday 24 February 2025
Nissan denies closure of Thailand plant; pledges to expand HEV investment instead
Nissan has dismissed speculation that it plans to shut down its factory in Thailand, reaffirming the country's role as a key manufacturing hub in the Association of Southeast Asian...
Monday 24 February 2025
India roundup: Kaynes SemiCon expands global presence, nears OSAT customers in Japan and US
India-based OSAT Kaynes Semicon is securing customers in its foray into the semiconductor business. Tesla steps up entry in India but faced criticism over its potential local manufacturing...
Friday 21 February 2025
Google reportedly plans first India retail store, but faces local sourcing hurdles
Google is reportedly preparing to open its first self-owned retail store outside the US, with India as its chosen market following Apple's retail strategy. However, the company must...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Innolux expects lower costs 'thanks' to tariff impact
Innolux president James Yang noted that US tariffs could lead to more factories in Asia, thus lowering costs and improving logistics efficiency. This strategy would enhance response...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Trump's proposed 25% tariffs on automotive and chip imports have caused 'chaos' among industry leaders
US President Donald Trump announced plans to impose 25% tariffs on auto imports, semiconductors, and pharmaceuticals starting as early as April 2, with potential increases over time...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Murata prepares for future expansion with test production in India
Japanese iPhone component maker Murata Manufacturing (Murata) has begun test production in India to address growing domestic demand, with plans to gradually expand its manufacturing...
Thursday 20 February 2025
Trump calls Tesla's India factory plans 'unfair' amid EV expansion rumors
US President Donald Trump has criticized Tesla's potential plans to manufacture electric vehicles in India, calling the move "unfair" to the US during an interview with Fox News...
Thursday 20 February 2025
iPhone 16e debuts with Apple's custom C1 modem – Will emerging markets bite?
Apple has introduced the assembled-in-India iPhone 16e, the latest model in the iPhone SE series, featuring a C1 modem chip and integrated Apple Intelligence. However, analysts question...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Exclusive: Kaynes SemiCon expands global presence, nears OSAT customers in Japan and US
Kaynes SemiCon is strengthening its position in the outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (OSAT) market, moving closer to securing new customers from Japan and the US as part...
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Is Gogoro withdrawing from India's electric two-wheeler market?
Under new leadership, Gogoro has unveiled its strategic direction, suggesting a possible withdrawal from India's electric two-wheeler market in favor of a targeted expansion in Vie...
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Tesla hires in India, signaling entry plans after Modi's US trip
Tesla is hiring in India, a sure sign it plans to enter the market shortly after CEO Elon Musk met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the US.
Tuesday 18 February 2025
India considers further tariff cuts as US enforces reciprocal tariff policy
In addition to recent reductions in customs duties on imported items and a US-India summit, the Indian government is contemplating further tariff cuts to prevent potential trade retaliation...
Monday 17 February 2025
US tariff expected to impact brands more than components initially
Supply chain uncertainty looms as US President Donald Trump's recent tariff measures target North American trade, though suppliers suggest the initial impact will affect brand customers...
Monday 17 February 2025
India's AI ambitions face GPU supply and cost challenges
India's push to become a global AI powerhouse is facing a major hurdle — limited access to high-performance GPUs. While large enterprises are investing in AI, startups, businesses,...