Company News

Samvardhana Motherson International Ltd. (SAMIL), one of India’s largest automotive component manufacturers, has announced the acquisition of a strategic stake in Japan-based Yutaka Giken, a move that strengthens its global presence and diversifies its technological portfolio. The transaction underlines SAMIL’s continued push to deepen its international integration, gain access to advanced product capabilities, and reinforce relationships with leading automakers.

Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), one of India’s leading defense public sector undertakings, is eyeing a Rs. 25,000-crore contract from the Indian Navy for the construction of next-generation corvettes. The order, if finalized, will be a major boost to the company’s order book and reinforce its role in advancing India’s naval modernization agenda. With a legacy of delivering complex warships, GRSE is leveraging its technical expertise, upgraded infrastructure, and focus on indigenous manufacturing to strengthen its shipbuilding capabilities.

Mahindra’s flagship SUV, the XUV700, is set for a facelift, with recent sightings offering fresh insights into the upcoming model. The redesigned vehicle, spied during road testing, showcases exterior refinements, new detailing, and feature upgrades aimed at enhancing its premium appeal. The XUV700, which has been one of the brand’s bestsellers since its launch, will undergo subtle yet significant changes to maintain its stronghold in the highly competitive mid-size SUV market.

Samsung Electronics is set to showcase a new range of energy-efficient built-in appliances at IFA 2025 in Berlin, underscoring its commitment to sustainability, innovation, and premium home solutions. With consumers worldwide seeking ways to reduce energy use and environmental impact, the company is leveraging advanced technologies to create products that combine performance, connectivity, and eco-conscious design.

The Adani Group has reported a landmark achievement with its consolidated earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) crossing Rs. 90,000 crore for the first time. The milestone underscores the conglomerate’s diversified growth strategy, spanning energy, infrastructure, logistics, and airports, even amid global economic uncertainties. Strong cash flows, disciplined capital management, and robust performance across its portfolio companies have positioned the group as one of India’s most powerful business empires.

Suzuki Motor Corporation has announced an ambitious investment plan of Rs. 70,000 crore in India, underlining the country’s growing importance as a strategic hub for the Japanese automaker. The investment will be directed toward scaling up manufacturing capacity, advancing electric vehicle (EV) production, and developing a robust ecosystem for sustainable mobility solutions. By reinforcing its presence in one of the world’s fastest-growing automotive markets, Suzuki aims to leverage India as both a manufacturing powerhouse and a global export base.

Swan Energy Ltd., a diversified conglomerate with interests spanning textiles, real estate, energy, and shipping, has announced a corporate rebranding under the new identity Swan Corp. The change reflects the company’s evolution beyond its traditional energy-centric roots and signals its intention to project a more integrated, modernized corporate profile. By adopting a streamlined brand identity, Swan Corp seeks to reinforce its commitment to diversification, global competitiveness, and long-term value creation for shareholders and stakeholders alike.

Titan Company Ltd., a leading lifestyle conglomerate under the Tata Group, has strengthened its leadership framework by appointing Puneet Chhatwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Indian Hotels Company Ltd. (IHCL), to its Board of Directors. Chhatwal, a seasoned hospitality veteran with extensive global experience, brings a strategic blend of brand management expertise and operational insight.

JK Cement Ltd., one of India’s leading building materials companies, has unveiled a major expansion plan involving an investment of Rs. 4,805 crore to increase its cement production capacity. The initiative is aimed at strengthening the company’s position in the highly competitive cement sector, while meeting rising demand driven by infrastructure development, housing, and industrial construction. The expansion, spread across multiple facilities, underscores JK Cement’s long-term strategy of capacity augmentation, operational efficiency, and regional market dominance.

Mahindra Susten, the renewable energy arm of the Mahindra Group, has appointed Avinash Rao as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. The leadership change comes at a pivotal moment for the company, which is scaling its portfolio in solar and hybrid renewable projects to align with India’s ambitious clean energy targets.