India plans Critical Mineral Stockpile | PM meets Qualcomm CEO on AI, chips, 6G | India, S Korea eye EV, digital supply chain ties
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ETManufacturing Newsletter | Monday, October 13, 2025

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India to launch National Critical Mineral Stockpile to secure rare earth elements amid global supply chain concerns
The program complements efforts to boost domestic rare earth magnet production, addressing global supply chain vulnerabilities and ensuring mineral availability for India's green sector.  read more...
PM Modi meets Qualcomm CEO; discuss collaboration on India's AI, chip, 6G tech
Meeting highlights India's push to become a global tech hub with focus on innovation, talent, and next-gen connectivity  read more...
India, South Korea to explore partnerships in EV components, digital supply chains
The two nations discussed joint initiatives in manufacturing, electronics, and clean tech on the sidelines of the G20 trade meet in South Africa  read more...
Mitsubishi Electric India eyes next leap with local R&D, semiconductor partnerships, e-factory solutions
Our first factory in Pune, inaugurated in December 2023, marks a strong step forward, and our second facility in Chennai, focused on air conditioners and compressors, is underway."  read more...
Contract handset makers may lose out on incentives for outsourcing
However, if production has increased from the existing capacity after outsourcing, benefits will be given to firms if they meet the targets.  read more...
Steelmakers brace for margin squeeze, non-ferrous sector lifts earnings on price gains
The brokerage said total earnings for the sector will show divergence, with domestic steel volumes staying firm but profitability muted.  read more...
Arizona becomes the epicentre of next-gen computing as Intel ramps up 18A chip production
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SoftBank-backed Graphcore to build AI chip campus in India with $1.3 bn investment
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Concord Control Systems to raise stake in railway-tech firm Progota India to 46.5%
The company stated that the acquisition will combine Concord's manufacturing and system-integration capabilities with Progota's research and development strengths.  read more...
Affordable Robotic and Automation posts ₹4.57 cr net profit in Q2
Total income in the second quarter stood at ₹29.57 crore, up 20 per cent from ₹24.69 crore in the same period a year ago.  read more...
US threatens sanctions over global shipping carbon tax
The US has warned it will impose sanctions and other punitive measures on countries supporting a UN-backed carbon tax on maritime transport.  read more...
Haryana eyes Japanese tie-up to propel automotive, tech sectors
He also highlighted the state's robust industrial infrastructure, skilled workforce, and policy-driven approach for ease of doing business and discussed strengthening cooperation in automotive manufacturing, robotics, and advanced technologies.  read more...
Hind Rectifiers appoints Manoj Nair as CEO
In his new role, Nair will oversee the company's overall operations and steer its growth strategy  read more...
Ensuring access to new markets, strengthening innovation, manufacturing: Pemmasani to domestic industry
State-run TCIL, as a master system integrator, works closely with homegrown companies, and enables them with market access in multiple geographies such as Africa and Middle East.  read more...
Prose Technologies expects 15-20% growth in 2026 on pent-up demand, to expand India team
Fakhri said Prose Technologies is also looking to cater to the neighbouring market from India, particularly Southeast Asia and the Middle East.  read more...
Tennessee company rocked by a deadly explosion manufactures explosives for the military
The company website said it manufactures, stores and researches explosives and munitions for the military and aerospace and commercial demolition industries.  read more...
"Ground Boeing 787 aircraft for electrical checks": Federation of Indian Pilots
President of FIP, called for the grounding of Boeing 787 aircraft and a comprehensive inspection of their electrical systems, citing recurring technical problems and safety concerns.  read more...
Hettich redefines 'Make in India' with global standards and BIS-certified excellence
For Hettich, local manufacturing is more than a cost efficiency and ready availability- it is about nurturing innovation, creating employment, and building future-ready capabilities.  read more...
Cough syrup deaths: Probe against Coldrif manufacturer exposed lapses by TNFDA
A recent inspection by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) exposed the unit's appalling conditions and total non-compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), the sources said.  read more...
Not only manufacturers, sellers, too, liable for substandard cough syrup: State order
Toxic contaminant diethylene glycol was found in Coldriff cough syrupa medicine linked to children's deaths in Madhya Pradesh.  read more...
PM Modi virtually inaugurates ₹76.5 crore milk powder plant in Indore
Madhya Pradesh aims to significantly increase its national milk production share. The state government is also ensuring fair prices for farmers through schemes like Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojana for soybean growers.  read more...
Fuel loading at fast breeder reactor in Kalpakkam to begin next week
Fuel loading at India's first prototype fast-breeder reactor in Kalpakkam is set to begin next week. This marks a significant step for India's nuclear program. The 500 MWe reactor will be the second of its kind globally. Once operational, it will help recycle spent fuel and reduce radioactive waste....  read more...
EnerGrid eyes $500 mn fundraise to build greenfield energy projects
The new fundraise will help the platform bid for and develop greenfield transmission and standalone battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across India.  read more...
Chinese wind turbine maker to invest up to $2 billion in Scottish factory
The second phase would expand the facility so it can serve the floating offshore wind industry, the company said. Phase three would include manufacturing control systems, electronics and other key components.  read more...
DMRC invites bids to source 500 million units of renewable energy annually