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Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Tata Group, TCS Join Forces with OpenAI to Develop AI Infrastructure in India

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Tata Group and TCS have announced a multi-dimensional partnership with OpenAI to build AI infrastructure, offer joint solutions, and train Indian youth, aiming to position India as a global AI hub.

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Jaguar Land Rover to start production of premium cars at Tamil Nadu unit

Rediff.com3 days ago

Jaguar Land Rover will begin assembling premium cars at its new Tamil Nadu plant on February 9, marking a step towards full-scale luxury car manufacturing in India.

UK confers Honorary Knighthood to Tata Group Chief N Chandrasekaran

UK confers Honorary Knighthood to Tata Group Chief N Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran has been conferred Honorary Knighthood by the United Kingdom for his services to the UK-India business relations, the group said on Friday. He has been conferred "The Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (Civil Division) - honorary DBE/KBE".

Intel, Tata in JV to make, assemble semiconductors in India

Intel, Tata in JV to make, assemble semiconductors in India

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

US-based chip maker Intel has signed an agreement with Tata Group to manufacture and assemble semiconductors in India for the local market, the Indian conglomerate said on Monday.

Air India is a responsibility not just a biz opportunity: Tata's Chandra

Air India is a responsibility not just a biz opportunity: Tata's Chandra

Rediff.com30 Nov 2025

Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Saturday said Air India, which is undergoing a transformation, is not just a business opportunity but a "responsibility" for the Tata Group.

TCS, TPG to invest Rs 18,000 cr in data centre biz

TCS, TPG to invest Rs 18,000 cr in data centre biz

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

The country's largest IT services company TCS on Thursday announced a tie-up with private equity major TPG for its upcoming data centre business, in which both the partners aim to invest Rs 18,000 crore. TPG will invest $1 billion or around Rs 8,870 crore in the AI data centre business christened as 'Hypervault', and hold a stake between 27.5-49 per cent in the venture.

Tata Motors' CV arm lists on BSE, seeks clean mobility, tech-led growth

Tata Motors' CV arm lists on BSE, seeks clean mobility, tech-led growth

Rediff.com13 Nov 2025

Tata Motors' commercial vehicle (CV) business debuted on the BSE on Wednesday, completing the automaker's long-planned demerger into separate listed entities for its passenger and CV operations.

Tatas to create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in 5 yrs: N Chandrasekaran

Tatas to create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in 5 yrs: N Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Tata Group will create 5 lakh manufacturing jobs in the next five years across sectors such as semiconductor, electric vehicles, battery and related industries, its Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Tuesday.

Sitharaman urges India Inc to invest more and expand capacities

Sitharaman urges India Inc to invest more and expand capacities

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday asked India Inc to take advantage of the policies and reforms undertaken by the government and no longer hesitate to invest more and expand capacities. Sitharaman also asked the industry to partner with the government for skilling the youth and also to engage with the government throughout the year, and not just before the Budget.

Tata group top leaders meet Amit Shah, Sitharaman

Tata group top leaders meet Amit Shah, Sitharaman

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Top honchos of the Tata group, including Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata and Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, on Tuesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amid infighting among trustees over board appointments and governance issues.

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Noel Tata, two others block Mehli Mistry's reappointment as trustee

Rediff.com28 Oct 2025

Tata Trusts chairman Noel Tata and two other powerful trustees considered close to him blocked the reappointment of late Ratan Tata's close associate and businessman Mehli Mistry as trustee, deepening the rift at the philanthropic arm that controls the holding company of Tata Group, people familiar with the matter said.

Why Is Mehli Mistry Against Noel Tata?

Why Is Mehli Mistry Against Noel Tata?

Rediff.com8 Oct 2025

Mehli Mistry is backed by three other trustees -- Pramit Jhaveri, Darius Khambata and Jehangir HC Jehangir -- against Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata and the two vice-chairmen, Venu Srinivasan and Vijay Singh.

Tentative Truce In Tata Trusts: BusinessLine Report

Tentative Truce In Tata Trusts: BusinessLine Report

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

After months of discord, the Tata Trusts appear to be moving towards reconciliation, with recent reappointments and open exchanges signalling a return to cooperative governance.

Shapoorji Pallonji calls for public listing of Tata Sons

Shapoorji Pallonji calls for public listing of Tata Sons

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

SP Group chairman Shapoorji Pallonji Mistry on Friday reiterated calls for public listing of Tata Sons to bring transparency, amid infighting among trustees of Tata Trusts which controls a 66 per cent stake in the holding company of the salt-to-software conglomerate. Shapoorji Pallonji family is the single largest minority shareholder with about 18.37 per cent in Tata Sons.

Noel vs Mehli: Power struggle breaks out in Tata Trusts

Noel vs Mehli: Power struggle breaks out in Tata Trusts

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Tata Trusts, which exerts decisive influence over India's most valuable conglomerate through its about 66 per cent stake of Tata Sons, finds itself in the midst of infighting among its trustees over board appointment and governance issues.

Will Tata Sons Go Public?

Will Tata Sons Go Public?

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

Clarity on Tata Sons' position on listing, as of 2025, would help define the future of the group better, irrespective of the RBI stand. As of now, the ball is in the RBI's court, and everyone is watching the space, points out Nivedita Mookerji.

Inside The Tata Trusts Showdown: A House Divided

Inside The Tata Trusts Showdown: A House Divided

Rediff.com9 Oct 2025

A quiet but consequential power struggle has erupted within the storied 156-year-old Tata Trusts just a year after the death of group patriarch Ratan Tata on October 9, 2024.

Don't see change in UK strategy: Tata Steel chairman N Chandrasekaran

Don't see change in UK strategy: Tata Steel chairman N Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

There has been no change in Tata Steel's strategy on operations in the United Kingdom (UK), company chairman N Chandrasekaran has told shareholders. The statement comes amid growing concern about the restructuring plan in the face of change in government in the UK. Tata Steel's plan for the UK entailed a 1.25 billion investment plan agreed upon by the Conservative party-led government in September last year.

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran appointed head of Air India

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran appointed head of Air India

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Sons, has been appointed as the chairman of Air India by the airline's board, aviation industry sources said on Monday.

Plane crash: Air India activates emergency centre

Plane crash: Air India activates emergency centre

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran on Thursday said the airlines is doing everything to assist the emergency response teams at the plane crash site and will provide all necessary support to those impacted by the mishap.

'Nothing As Heartbreaking As This'

'Nothing As Heartbreaking As This'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

'We consider everyone who lost someone in this tragedy as part of our family -- now and forever.'

AI 171 Crash: 'Mood Is Grim' At Tata HQ

AI 171 Crash: 'Mood Is Grim' At Tata HQ

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The crash has dealt a blow to the conglomerate's efforts to turn around Air India, especially following its merger with Vistara in 2024.

Tata Sons chief apologises for Air India crash, says AI171 had clean record

Tata Sons chief apologises for Air India crash, says AI171 had clean record

Rediff.com18 Jun 2025

When specifically asked about the reason for the crash and whether Air India is privy to any preliminary findings, Chandrasekaran said, "One would have to wait for the probe to conclude."

Why Chandrasekaran skipped TCS AGM for the 2nd consecutive day

Why Chandrasekaran skipped TCS AGM for the 2nd consecutive day

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

Tata Sons chairman N Chandrasekaran on Thursday skipped the Annual General Meeting of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), marking his absence from the group's shareholder gathering for the second consecutive day. This is the first time in over 17 years that Chandrasekaran, who was elevated as the chairman of the diversified conglomerate after working as TCS's chief executive, has missed the AGM of the largest IT services company.

Will be transparent in communication on plane crash: Tata Group chairman

Will be transparent in communication on plane crash: Tata Group chairman

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

In an internal communication to the employees, he also said that when Tata Sons took over Air India, ensuring the safety of its passengers was its first and foremost priority and "there was no compromising on it."

Chandra says Tata Steel's UK ops will turn Ebitda-positive this year

Chandra says Tata Steel's UK ops will turn Ebitda-positive this year

Rediff.com3 Jul 2025

Tata Steel's UK operations, which have largely been a struggle since the acquisition, are expected to turn earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortisation (Ebitda)-positive this financial year (2025-26/FY26) and possibly profitable by the next. Responding to shareholder queries at Tata Steel's annual general meeting, Tata group chairman N Chandrasekaran said, "We expect the UK to perform much better this year compared to last year - it will definitely be Ebitda-positive."

'The Nature Of Jobs Will Change'

'The Nature Of Jobs Will Change'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'This is the time to be creative, use AI in real-time operations, and unlock new demand and aspirations.'

'We Were There At Every Crew Funeral': AI CEO

'We Were There At Every Crew Funeral': AI CEO

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

'We will continue supporting those affected long after the work in Ahmedabad is done.'

Tata Group announces Rs 1 cr compensation for families of crash victims

Tata Group announces Rs 1 cr compensation for families of crash victims

Rediff.com12 Jun 2025

In the message posted by Tata Group on X, he also said the group will cover the medical expenses of those injured and ensure that they receive all necessary care and support.

AI 171 Crash: No Closure In Sight As Questions Linger

AI 171 Crash: No Closure In Sight As Questions Linger

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

The truth about what triggered the fatal crash of the Dreamliner should not only help bring the guilty to book, but also outline the future course of action in aviation safety, notes Nivedita Mookerji.

Tata Motors expects to achieve 30% EV penetration ahead of target: Chandra

Tata Motors expects to achieve 30% EV penetration ahead of target: Chandra

Rediff.com21 Jun 2025

Tata Motors is hoping to beat its target year of 2030 and have 30 per cent of its portfolio comprising electric vehicles (EVs), according to Chairman N Chandrasekaran, who was speaking at the company's last annual general meeting (AGM) ahead if its demerger.

Tata Sons may have to bail out Tata Tele

Tata Sons may have to bail out Tata Tele

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Tata Sons Ltd, the holding company of the $150 billion Tata group, may be forced to infuse fresh capital into its loss-making telecom arm, Tata Teleservices Ltd (TTSL). This is because TTSL has to pay Rs 19,256 crore adjusted gross revenue (AGR) along with other dues to the central government by March 2026.

India a bright spot for growth: Chandrasekaran

India a bright spot for growth: Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com27 May 2025

N Chandrasekaran, chairman of Tata Consumer Products, has said in the company's annual report for FY25 that India remains one of the bright spots of economic growth amid a volatile global environment. He said India's long-term growth was underpinned by strong demographic and economic fundamentals as well as structural reforms.

TCS calls Gen AI a 'civilisational shift'

TCS calls Gen AI a 'civilisational shift'

Rediff.com28 May 2025

India's largest IT services company TCS believes that generative artificial intelligence (AI) is not just another tech cycle but a "civilisational shift" which will positively benefit every industry.

Tata Sons chief urges safer skies after AI crash; panel probes causes

Tata Sons chief urges safer skies after AI crash; panel probes causes

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

Addressing close to 700 employees and the leadership team across the Air India headquarters and Air India Training Academy in Gurugram, Chandrasekaran urged them to stay on course, terming the accident the most "heartbreaking" crisis of his career.

What DGCA Wants AI To Check Before B787 Flights

What DGCA Wants AI To Check Before B787 Flights

Rediff.com14 Jun 2025

The DGCA directive called for a series of specific checks before each flight's departure from India, including inspection of fuel parameter monitoring systems, cabin air compressors, and electronic engine control units.

N Chandrasekaran: The driving force behind TCS

N Chandrasekaran: The driving force behind TCS

Rediff.com26 Sep 2011

The country's largest IT services provider has managed to stay nimble despite a ballooning workforce.

TCS will beat Nasscom's growth guidance: N Chandrasekaran

TCS will beat Nasscom's growth guidance: N Chandrasekaran

Rediff.com14 Feb 2014

We have created centres of excellence in areas like user interface design, user experience, cyber security - all the things required to bring the solutions to the market, says N Chandrasekaran.

AI 171's blackbox recovered from rooftop of building

AI 171's blackbox recovered from rooftop of building

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The ministry of civil aviation clarified that, contrary to circulating reports, a video recorder that had been recovered at the crash site was not the DFDR.

TCS' N Chandrasekaran says growth will beat estimate

TCS' N Chandrasekaran says growth will beat estimate

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

For two consecutive quarters, Tata Consultancy Services has recorded volume growth of five per cent, leaving its peers behind.