Posts by Sudarshan Raghu

TUV India Launches Advanced Chemical and Material Testing Laboratory in Noida

TUV India Pvt. Ltd., a part of TÜV NORD GROUP, has opened an Advanced Chemical and Material Testing (ACMT) Laboratory in Noida, aimed at supporting various industries, including automotive, semiconductors, electronics, industrial goods, and consumer products. This facility, accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) under ISO 17025 standards, represents […]

IRRPL Receives Increased Export Inquiries for AK-203 Rifles from Africa, Middle East

Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), a joint venture between India and Russia responsible for manufacturing the Kalashnikov AK-203 assault rifles, has seen a rise in export inquiries from African and Middle Eastern countries. The interest comes amid sanctions imposed on Russia by the US and other Western nations, opening opportunities for the joint venture to […]

Book Chronicles Development of LCA Navy Fighter Aircraft

On October 19, a book titled Paper to Flight, detailing the design and development of India’s carrier-borne Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Navy, was released in Bengaluru. The book, written by Cmde C.D. Balaji (Retd), former Director of the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), offers insights into the challenges and breakthroughs experienced during the program’s development. It […]

Optima Life Sciences Inaugurates New Manufacturing Plant in Jejuri, Maharashtra

Optima Life Sciences has inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Jejuri, near Pune, Maharashtra, as part of its efforts to expand production capabilities for poultry health solutions. The inauguration event took place on October 15, 2024, with over 150 delegates in attendance, including industry professionals such as poultry consultants, veterinarians, feed millers, breeders, and poultry […]

Himadri Speciality Chemical Reports Strong Financial Growth in H1 FY25

Himadri Speciality Chemical Ltd (HSCL) has announced its financial results for the first half of fiscal year 2025 (H1 FY25), showcasing significant growth in key metrics. The company reported a 32% increase in sales volume, which reached 2,78,232 metric tons (MT) compared to 2,11,242 MT in H1 FY24. Revenue for the period rose by 19% […]

BEML Secures ₹866.87 Crore Contract for High-Speed Train Manufacturing

BEML Limited has been awarded a contract by the Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai, to design, manufacture, and commission two high-speed trainsets. Each trainset will consist of eight cars, with a total contract value of ₹866.87 crore. This amount includes the design costs, one-time development expenses, and non-recurring charges for jigs, fixtures, tooling, and testing […]

GSFC Begins Commercial Production at Hydroxylamine Sulphate Plant in Vadodara

Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd (GSFC) has commenced commercial production at its new Hydroxylamine Sulphate Crystal (FIX Crystal) manufacturing facility in Fertilizernagar, Vadodara. The company announced the start of operations on October 11, 2024, through a stock exchange filing. The newly commissioned plant has an annual production capacity of 6,600 metric tonnes. Despite this […]

Praj Industries Inaugurates Demonstration Facility for Biopolymers in Pune

Praj Industries has inaugurated a demonstration facility for biopolymers in Jejuri, Pune. The facility focuses on the production of polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic, a renewable alternative to traditional fossil-based plastics. The facility, described as the first of its kind in India, aims to support the country’s transition towards sustainable, eco-friendly materials. The inauguration was conducted […]

New BEML Facility for HMV Maintenance and Upgrades Inaugurated at Palakkad

A new facility for the repair, overhaul, and upgrade of High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs) has been established at BEML’s HMV manufacturing division in Palakkad, Kerala. The facility is aimed at meeting the growing needs for maintenance and modernization of in-service HMVs, commonly used by the Indian Armed Forces. The facility was officially inaugurated on October […]