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Tata's Apple iPhone factory in Tamil Nadu may get shut down over farmland water contamination; pollution body seeks explanation
An Indian pollution regulator has accused Tata Electronics, a key supplier for Apple's iPhones, of contaminating groundwater near its Hosur factory. The regulator found wastewater discharge from the plant polluted farmland wells. Tata faces a potential shutdown unless it provides a satisfactory explanation. This adds to recent issues faced by Apple's Indian supply chain.
GMDC to develop India’s first AI-powered rare earth supply chain observatory with £600,000 investment
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd is partnering with the University of Cambridge to create India's first AI-powered rare earth supply chain observatory. This initiative will track the entire rare earth elements value chain in real time. It aims to enhance India's position in rare earth supply chain resilience. The project will provide crucial intelligence for policy and strategic decisions.
Consumer goods companies chart new manufacturing and sourcing course as West Asia crisis hits supply chain
Indian consumer goods firms like Dabur, Britannia, Tata Consumer Products, and Emami are rerouting manufacturing and sourcing away from West Asia due to the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz disruptions. Companies are shifting production to India, Egypt, and Turkey, and exploring new export routes to mitigate business impacts and ensure supply chain stability.
Automakers remodel supply chain strategy
Indian carmakers are shifting from a 'just-in-time' to a 'just-in-case' inventory strategy, stocking critical auto components for three to six months instead of the previous 30-45 days. This change is a direct response to persistent supply-chain disruptions driven by geopolitical factors, signaling a new permanent operating reality for the industry.
Intelligent Supply Chain Infrastructure Trust reports consolidated net profit of Rs 1.16 crore in the March 2026 quarter
Sales rise 2.19% to Rs 345.68 crore
Warehousing beats all odds amid global supply chaos
India's warehousing sector shows strong growth in the first quarter of 2026. Leasing activity increased by 15 percent compared to the previous year, reaching 19.3 million square feet across eight major cities. This surge is fueled by demand from manufacturing and third-party logistics firms. Companies are actively enhancing their supply chain networks and distribution capabilities.
Indian markets capable of absorbing different types of shocks: SEBI chief on West Asia crisis
"Due to the prevailing conflict in West Asia, the oil supply chain and its prices got affected in the rest of the world. All the economies have been affected by this and obviously, there are inflationary risks. Besides, spillover effect and second-order effect will also come in," he said.
Skyworth and Jaina Group form JV to make Panasonic TVs in India
In a dynamic development for the Indian electronics sector, Skyworth Group from China has teamed up with Jaina Group to manufacture and promote Panasonic televisions within India. With Jaina Group likely to own the majority share in this venture, the partnership, formalized through a recently signed agreement, is poised to bolster the Panasonic TV brand and enhance local supply chains.
Orient Electric Q4 profit jumps 29% despite supply chain disruptions and softer demand
Consumer electricals maker posts steady growth in Q4FY26 driven by strong performance in lighting, switchgear and wires businesses, while EBITDA margin improves to 8.2%.
Maruti, Tata Motors, M&M, Bajaj Auto: CLSA decodes strategy for auto stocks
If the current geopolitical situation persists that results in supply chain disruptions and firm commodity prices, CLSA expects 30-40 per cent cuts to auto sector's FY27 earnings.
Market volatility is a portfolio reset opportunity: Utpal Sheth
Speaking to CNBC-TV18 on the red carpet of the 21st India Business Leader Awards, Utpal Sheth of Trust Group and Deven Choksey of DRChoksey FinServ said market volatility should be seen as an opportunity rather than a risk. Sheth advised investors to focus less on timing the market and more on identifying strong companies that can emerge as leaders during disruptions, while Choksey said Indian businesses remain resilient despite supply chain shocks and cost pressures, supported by steady consumer demand and continued government spending.
Stocks in news: Tata Steel, Kaynes Tech, GAIL, Somany Ceramics, TVS Motor
Indian markets continued their downward trend on Thursday. Several companies saw significant news. BofA Securities invested in Kaynes Technologies. GAIL assured uninterrupted gas supply to Bengaluru. South Indian Bank launched EPF payment services. DCM Shriram approved renewable energy investment. TVS Motor launched a new electric scooter. Tata Steel moved court over a GST demand.