Industry - general
BP Signals Up to $5 Billion in Write-Downs as Strategy Shifts Back Toward Core Oil and Gas
By Axel Miller | 14 Jan 2026
BP expects $4–$5 billion in post-tax impairments in Q4 2025, mainly tied to its Gas & Low Carbon Energy segment, as the company continues its portfolio reset.
L&T Clinches Up to ₹5,000 Crore Deal for 3,000 MW Saidongar-1 Pumped Storage Project
By Cygnus | 14 Jan 2026
L&T has won a large contract worth up to ₹5,000 crore from Torrent Energy Storage Solutions to build the 3,000 MW Saidongar-1 pumped storage project in Maharashtra.
Ducati India Lines Up 10 Launches for 2026; Pricing Details to Follow
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Ducati India has confirmed 10 launches for 2026 across superbikes, touring and performance models. The year begins with the Panigale V4 R priced at ₹84.99 lakh.
TVS SCS Bags Three-Year Daimler Contract for In-Plant Warehouse Management in Chennai
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
TVS Supply Chain Solutions has won a three-year Daimler India Commercial Vehicles mandate to manage in-plant warehouse operations at DICV’s Chennai plant. The company will deploy about 700 staff and roll out IoT and analytics tools.
Tata Motors Ramps Up Capacity as Sierra Deliveries Near and Punch Facelift Debuts
By Cygnus | 13 Jan 2026
Tata Motors is ramping up production ahead of Sierra deliveries from Jan 15 and the Punch facelift launch priced from ₹5.59 lakh. The updated Punch adds a segment-first iCNG AMT as Tata targets higher clean-fuel penetration in 2026.
As EU Trade Deal Nears Completion, BMW Flags Risk of Chinese Carmakers Entering India via Europe
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
As India and the EU near a Free Trade Agreement, BMW warns weak safeguards could enable Chinese automakers to enter India via Europe. The carmaker proposes a €20,000–€30,000 price floor and stricter rules of origin.
L&T Secures Major Bridge Project in West Bengal; Stock Slips on Kuwait Tender Uncertainty
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
L&T wins a significant bridge project in West Bengal to improve Sagar Island connectivity, but shares fall as markets track potential Kuwait upstream tender uncertainty.
Essar to Invest ₹5,100 Crore in Gujarat Bio-Fuel Project, Targets Operations by 2029
By Axel Miller | 13 Jan 2026
Essar Future Energy will invest ₹5,100 crore in a 1 MTPA greenfield bio-fuel complex in Gujarat’s Devbhumi Dwarka. SAF and HVO production targeted by 2029.
Ola Electric Diversifies Into Home Energy, Launches ‘Shakti’ Residential Battery System
By Axel Miller | 12 Jan 2026
Ola Electric launches ‘Shakti’ residential battery energy storage system with prices starting ₹29,999, expanding beyond EVs into home backup power solutions.
Saudia Resumes Kozhikode Operations, Boosting India Footprint
By Cygnus | 12 Jan 2026
Saudia will resume Riyadh–Kozhikode flights from Feb 1, 2026, restoring a key India–Saudi air link and expanding its India network to seven cities.
Coromandel International to Anchor Future Growth With New Research Hub at IIT Madras
By Cygnus | 12 Jan 2026
Coromandel International signs MoU with IIT Madras to set up a Corporate Research Centre at IITM Research Park, focusing on nano-fertilisers and sustainable agri-input innovation.
Maruti Suzuki and Indian Oil Ink Landmark Deal for Fuel-Station Service Hubs
By Axel Miller | 12 Jan 2026
Maruti Suzuki and Indian Oil sign a landmark MoU to set up vehicle service hubs at 41,000 fuel stations. Routine maintenance and minor repairs to be available at IOCL outlets starting Jan 2026.
The Battle for the Skies: Air India’s Widebody Bet vs IndiGo’s XLR Gambit
By Cygnus | 12 Jan 2026
Air India vs IndiGo fleet strategy 2026: Air India expands with new Boeing 787-9 widebodies while IndiGo uses A321XLR efficiency and IndiGoStretch to reshape long-haul economics.
Reliance Refutes “Pause” in Battery Roadmap; Refocuses on BESS Assembly
By Axel Miller | 12 Jan 2026
Reliance refutes reports of a battery project halt, clarifying its 2026 Jamnagar roadmap remains on track despite China’s latest tech export restrictions.
The Custom Dreamliner: Air India Reclaims Its Skies with First Post-Privatisation 787-9
By Axel Miller | 12 Jan 2026
Air India’s comeback under Tata enters a new phase as its first post-privatisation custom Dreamliner strengthens the fleet renewal push for premium long-haul travel.
Adani Group to Invest ₹1.5 Trillion in Kutch; Mundra Port Capacity to Double
By Axel Miller | 12 Jan 2026
Adani Group commits ₹1.5 trillion to Kutch; plans to double Mundra Port capacity and reach 37 GW at Khavda. Welspun announces ₹5,000 crore pipe expansion.
Maruti Suzuki Board Greenlights ₹4,960 Crore Land Deal for Fifth Manufacturing Hub in Gujarat
By Cygnus | 12 Jan 2026
Maruti Suzuki board approves ₹4,960 Cr land deal for a new 5th manufacturing hub in Khoraj, Gujarat. A strategic move toward the 4-million-unit “Vision 3.0” goal.
Ashok Leyland Sets Sights on Global Top 10 as It Opens New EV Plant in Uttar Pradesh
By Axel Miller | 09 Jan 2026
Ashok Leyland opens a new EV manufacturing plant in Lucknow, aligning with green mobility goals as it targets global growth and industrial expansion in Uttar Pradesh.
Akasa Air Joins IATA, Becomes Fifth Active Indian Airline in Global Body
By Cygnus | 09 Jan 2026
Akasa Air joins IATA after clearing the IOSA safety audit, becoming the fifth active Indian airline in the global aviation body as it continues rapid expansion.
BMW to Launch New EVs in India After Record 2025 Sales
By Axel Miller | 09 Jan 2026
BMW Group India plans to launch three new electric vehicles in 2026 after record sales growth in 2025, doubling down on battery-electric cars and charging infrastructure.
GM to Take $6 Billion Writedown as It Scales Back EV Ambitions Amid Policy Shift
By Axel Miller | 09 Jan 2026
GM announces a $6 billion writedown tied to scaling back EV production and canceling supplier contracts amid shifting demand and policy changes.
Johnson & Johnson Cuts Drug Prices to Secure Tariff Exemptions in Trump Deal
By Cygnus | 09 Jan 2026
Johnson & Johnson agrees to cut U.S. drug prices in exchange for tariff relief from the Trump administration and plans new factories in North Carolina and Pennsylvania.
Granules India Secures USFDA Tentative Approval for Generic ADHD Tablets; Eligible for 180-Day Exclusivity
By Axel Miller | 08 Jan 2026
Granules India arm gets USFDA tentative nod for generic ADHD tablets with 180-day exclusivity eligibility, expanding its $213M CNS portfolio.
The Custom Dreamliner: Air India Reclaims Its Skies with First Post-Privatisation 787-9
By Cygnus | 08 Jan 2026
Air India receives its first custom “line-fit” Boeing 787-9 since privatisation. Discover how the airline is standardizing its wide-body fleet for 2026.
The 2026 Power Paradox: Can India’s Grid Sustain the Physical AI Revolution?
By Axel Miller | 07 Jan 2026
Can India’s grid handle Physical AI? Tata Power’s ₹6,675cr Nellore plant marks a pivot toward energy sovereignty in the 2026 industrial reset.