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The Man Who Saw Tomorrow

The Man Who Saw Tomorrow

Rediff.com21 Oct 2024

Here stood a man who embodied the legacy of whatever Brand Tata stood for, embellished it, and departed into the long night, leaving the brand legacy for others to further enrich, notes R Gopalakrishnan.

Driven by AI, Micron sees robust chip demand

Driven by AI, Micron sees robust chip demand

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

US-based chipmaker Micron Technology is expecting demand for semiconductors to rise significantly in the next few years, globally and in India, as memory consumption is going up, largely driven by the widespread adoption of technologies like artificial intelligence (AI). "Memory consumption is expected to double by the end of the decade and the biggest driver in this is AI. "While it's natural to talk about compute and GPUs (graphics processing units) in the context of AI, it is not to be forgotten that the true enabler for AI is memory ... in all the AI engines that we talk about, there is a lot of need to access memory quickly," Anand Ramamoorthy, managing director, Micron Technology India, told Business Standard.

Chinese consortium to set up e-vehicle hub in Sanand

Chinese consortium to set up e-vehicle hub in Sanand

Rediff.com10 Oct 2014

May invest around $100 mn in setting up a 200-acre park

Tata Nano may roll out of Sanand plant in June

Tata Nano may roll out of Sanand plant in June

Rediff.com17 May 2010

According to sources in the state government, Tata Sons chairman Ratan N Tata is expected to be in town on June 2 and the plant will be inaugurated by Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi.

Tatas' JV puts life back into Sanand plant with 2 new models

Tatas' JV puts life back into Sanand plant with 2 new models

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

According to experts, Tata Tiago JTP and Tigor JTP -- a sedan and hatchback -- are not only powerful and faster than every other car in the segment, but also in the segment above, including their peers Maruti Baleno RS, Volkswagen Polo and others.

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Tata Hitachi reaps rich harvest, from field to factory

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

It was the summer of 2006 (May 18). Writers' Building, then the state secretariat, was buzzing with journalists. The event marked the start of Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee's second term as chief minister. And in style, it got off with West Bengal bagging the small car plant, Nano.

Big Steel Boys Pushing Future Mobiility Pedal

Big Steel Boys Pushing Future Mobiility Pedal

Rediff.com11 Aug 2024

From setting up cutting-edge facilities to cater to the domestic market and building capabilities of global standards, the action is building up.

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

'FAME must include tractors and LCVs'

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

'The scheme excludes tractors, light commercial vehicles, and medium and heavy commercial vehicles.'

Needed Quickly! Semiconductor Experts

Needed Quickly! Semiconductor Experts

Rediff.com1 May 2024

Semiconductor makers need thousands of engineers and technicians, and though India has one of the largest pool of engineers in the world, they do not have experience in the semiconductor manufacturing space.

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

'We Have An Indian Tiger That Needs To Be Uncaged'

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

'What's sad today is that there are so many people who cannot find work, not because the country is devoid of that opportunity, but because we are not doing enough in the country.'

'Unemployment Is Higher Among Educated Youth'

'Unemployment Is Higher Among Educated Youth'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2024

'The more educated a young person is, the higher the chances of him or her remaining unemployed.'

Ahmedabad car crash accused rammed same SUV into a temple in Jan: Police

Ahmedabad car crash accused rammed same SUV into a temple in Jan: Police

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Patel (20) has been booked under relevant sections of the Motor Vehicle Act and sections 279 (rash driving) and 427 (mischief causing damage to the amount of fifty rupees) of the Indian Penal Code.

Indian institutions' semiconductor design curricula draws flak

Indian institutions' semiconductor design curricula draws flak

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

Over 100 Indian institutions offer semiconductor design curricula, but hardly any of them focuses on manufacturing and process technology, a top official from global memory and storage major Micron Technology said on Thursday. There is significant global demand for such chip engineers, its president and chief executive Sanjay Mehrotra said at the 10th Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit in Gandhinagar. "While more than 100 Indian institutions provide a semiconductor design curriculum, hardly any focus on semiconductor manufacturing and process technology.

Amid Oppn's JPC probe demand, Sharad Pawar visits Adani office, home in Guj

Amid Oppn's JPC probe demand, Sharad Pawar visits Adani office, home in Guj

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Pawar posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, pictures of him and Adani cutting a ribbon of the factory.

Nestle India increasing number of female employees

Nestle India increasing number of female employees

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Presently, around 23 per cent of Nestle India's workforce are women, its chairman and managing director Suresh Narayanan said on Monday. "We moved a fair degree on this. When I came to Nestle India in 2015, at that time we were at about 15-16 per cent.

After 17 years of toil, India is finally ready for tryst with semiconductors

After 17 years of toil, India is finally ready for tryst with semiconductors

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The exclusive club that dominates the global semiconductor fab scenario is about to get a new member. Taiwan, South Korea, and China control nearly 70 per cent of the global capacity. SEMI, the global industry body for semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing, projects all fabs collectively will churn out 30 million wafers a month this year.

The Vibrant Gujarat Quiz!

The Vibrant Gujarat Quiz!

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

How much do you know about the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2024?

Workers Protest Ford's Exit From India

Workers Protest Ford's Exit From India

Rediff.com22 Sep 2021

As Ford Motor Co shuts down its manufacturing plants in India, hundreds of workers will lose jobs.

GM, Ford switch off India ops but unable to exit

GM, Ford switch off India ops but unable to exit

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Both are finding it difficult to sell one each of their plants -- Chennai Maraimalai Nagar (Ford) and Talegaon near Pune (GM) -- and are finding the road blocked by employee severance snarl-ups, report Sohini Das and Shine Jacob.

Ford India workers' protest for better severance package enters Day 4

Ford India workers' protest for better severance package enters Day 4

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

With Tata Motors subsidiary taking over Ford's passenger vehicle (PV) manufacturing unit at Sanand in Gujarat, uncertainty over the future of Ford's Maraimalai Nagar unit in Tamil Nadu continues, with workers protesting on Thursday demanding a better severance package. There are over 2,000 employees working at the unit. On Thursday, there was a meeting between agitating employees and the state labour department. The workers started protests at the Chennai unit after Tata Passenger Electric Mobility signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding with Ford India and the Government of Gujarat for acquisition of Ford's PV manufacturing plant at Sanand.

Tata Motors turns the corner: Swings into profit after 7 quarters

Tata Motors turns the corner: Swings into profit after 7 quarters

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

After clocking losses for seven straight quarters, Tata Motors on Wednesday posted a consolidated net profit of Rs 3,043 crore in the third quarter (Q3) of 2022-23. This came on the back of a strong order book, better semiconductor chip supply, tempered commodity prices, and a better product mix. "We remain cautiously optimistic about the demand situation, notwithstanding the global uncertainty.

What companies have promised to invest in Gujarat

What companies have promised to invest in Gujarat

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said the world looks at India as an important pillar of stability, a trusted friend, an engine of growth in the global economy, a technology hub for finding solutions and a powerhouse of talented youth. He also said that in the rapidly changing world order, India is moving forward as 'vishwa mitra' (friend of the world). Speaking at the inauguration of the 10th edition of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, which saw participation of state hea

BJP, Congress field dynasts in over 20 seats in Gujarat

BJP, Congress field dynasts in over 20 seats in Gujarat

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The ruling BJP and opposition Congress have together fielded sons of sitting and former MLAs in at least 20 of the total 182 constituencies.

Will Tamil Nadu govt step in to rescue Ford India workers?

Will Tamil Nadu govt step in to rescue Ford India workers?

Rediff.com13 Jun 2022

An unhappy, restive mood prevails at the Ford factory Maraimala Nagar, 50 km from Chennai, and the surrounding area. The security is tight - not just Ford security personnel but also Tamil Nadu state police who are posted at the main gate. From September 9, when Ford India announced it was phasing out its units in India and leaving, workers at its manufacturing unit at Maraimala Nagar have held onto one hope: that the state government will step in to save their jobs.

Ford dealers staring at huge loss: FADA

Ford dealers staring at huge loss: FADA

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

Ford dealers in India are staring at huge losses with the automaker deciding to shut production in the country with immediate effect, automobile dealers' body FADA said on Thursday. Terming the company decision as shocking, the industry body noted that the dealers have invested over Rs 2,000 crore in creating sales infrastructure while employing around 40,000 people across the country. "The auto retail fraternity is really shocked to hear another Ford India's announcement where it has said that it will shut down production with immediate effect," FADA president Vinkesh Gulati said in a statement.

Ford to shut its 2 India plants; to sell only imported cars

Ford to shut its 2 India plants; to sell only imported cars

Rediff.com9 Sep 2021

US auto major Ford Motor Co will shut its two manufacturing plants in India and will sell only imported vehicles in the country as part of a restructuring exercise, according to people aware of the development. The company, which invested about USD 2.5 billion at its Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Sanand (Gujarat) plants, will stop selling vehicles such as the EcoSport, Figo and Aspire which are produced from these plants. Going ahead, it would only sell imported vehicles like Mustang in the country.

Who Held More Rallies In Gujarat Than Modi?

Who Held More Rallies In Gujarat Than Modi?

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

Hemantkumar Shivsaran compares the number of rallies held by the BJP leadership in Gujarat and Himachal Pradesh.

M&M gets CCI nod to drive Ford's Indian business

M&M gets CCI nod to drive Ford's Indian business

Rediff.com11 Feb 2020

The automotive business includes vehicle manufacturing plants of Ford India in Chennai and Sanand.

As demand for EV batteries picks up, makers eye lithium reserves

As demand for EV batteries picks up, makers eye lithium reserves

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The EV industry is at an inflection point and batteries will play a critical role ahead -- batteries and related components typically constitute 35-45 per cent of an EV's costs.

'BJP is beatable in Gujarat'

'BJP is beatable in Gujarat'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2022

'Modi is imposing himself as the face of Gujarat to send a message that people should not forget that a Gujarati is prime minister.'

'We will sacrifice our lives for our mother Ganga'

'We will sacrifice our lives for our mother Ganga'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'The present government swears by Hinduism. But we lost three of our sants during earlier BJP regimes.'

Ford drops plan to manufacture EVs in India; opts out of PLI scheme

Ford drops plan to manufacture EVs in India; opts out of PLI scheme

Rediff.com13 May 2022

American automaker Ford on Thursday said that it had withdrawn plans to manufacture electric vehicles (EVs) in India and it won't invest in the country under the performance-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. "After careful review, we have decided to no longer pursue EV manufacturing for exports from any of the Indian plants. "We remain grateful to the government for approving our proposal under the PLI and for being supportive while we continued our exploration. "Ford India's previously announced business restructuring continues as planned, including exploring other alternatives for our manufacturing facilities.

'Modi Magic Won't Work Always'

'Modi Magic Won't Work Always'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

'It is creditable that the BJP builds the organisation set-up and then looks for leaders.' 'The Congress on the other hand has to care for the leaders more than the organisation.'

Ford puts exports from both its plants on fast track

Ford puts exports from both its plants on fast track

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

Sanand plant exported 78,930 cars. The one at Chennai exported 79,539 units of EcoSport model

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

It's Raining Billions For Gujarat!

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

Hemant Shivsaran lists the number of projects the Modi government has announced since August to woo Gujarat voters.

Kerry visits Ford's Gujarat plant

Kerry visits Ford's Gujarat plant

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

US Secretary of State John Kerry on Monday visited auto major Ford India's upcoming manufacturing plant in Gujarat.

Tata Nano plant got Rs 456 crore loan from Gujarat govt

Tata Nano plant got Rs 456 crore loan from Gujarat govt

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

The Gujarat government admitted in the Assembly that it had paid Rs 456.79 cr.

Old guard celebrates return of Ratan Tata at the helm

Old guard celebrates return of Ratan Tata at the helm

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

Unlike Ratan Tata's philosophy, Mistry cared about short-term gains. This is a Diwali gift for many

Ministry bats for coronavirus vaccines for aviation staff

Ministry bats for coronavirus vaccines for aviation staff

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

Railway employees including station masters, engine drivers, ticket checkers, etc too have been selected for vaccination and their list is being compiled for the exercise.

Vendors trim output as Tata shuts Nano plant for 3 weeks

Vendors trim output as Tata shuts Nano plant for 3 weeks

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

In 2013-14, Tata Motors produced 21,358 Nano models against the plant capacity of 250,000 vehicles.