As global demand for display technologies continues to soar, India is vying to establish itself as a competitive player in the display fabrication (fab) industry
Amid growing investments in India's AI sector, Microsoft has announced plans to invest US$3 billion in the country. This substantial investment aims to enhance AI capabilities and expand the reach of Azure services across India
As the world witnesses the rapid shift in global supply chains triggered by the impending commencement of Donald Trump's second term, India has taken a significant step by approving Tata Electronics' acquisition of Pegatron India. This move comes in response to concerns that the relocation of Apple's supply chain to India has been progressing at a sluggish pace
Maruti Suzuki faces a critical transition period following the death of its influential former chairman and CEO, Osamu Suzuki while grappling with declining market share in India amid shifting consumer preferences and intensifying competition from South Korean manufacturers
After pledging a substantial investment of US$1 billion in India, a nation with an ambitious strategy to develop a robust local electronics and semiconductor industry, NXP Semiconductors anticipates that India will contribute 8-10% to its global revenue. This move is part of the company's broader effort to lessen its dependence on China, where it encounters fierce competition
Amid potential tariff hikes by the upcoming US administration, which may disrupt the global supply chain and once again benefit India, the Indian government reportedly plans another incentive scheme to boost the development of a local electronics manufacturing ecosystem
Nvidia GPUs have emerged as the primary choice among bidders for the IndiaAI Mission procurement initiative, while Foxconn plans to mimic its Chinese success in India by building a mega dormitory facility in the South Asian country
India's growing economy and the make-in-India initiative have spurred significant demand for machine tools in electronics, automotive, and semiconductors, prompting Japanese manufacturers to expand in India, although Chinese firms have overtaken them in market share
The Indian competition regulator is reportedly poised to charge Apple with engaging in anti-competitive practices related to its App Store operations. This impending case draws parallels to a similar situation faced by Apple in the European Union
Foxconn has reportedly completed a US$230 million project in Tamil Nadu to build dormitories for its predominantly female workforce, enhancing convenience and support for their staff as Foxconn commits to expanding its operations in India
Samsung Electronics aims to reclaim its leadership position in India's smartphone market by launching affordable new products in early 2025. According to reports from Sam Mobile and SE Daily, the company will introduce the Galaxy F16 5G smartphone in India in the first quarter of 2025. The Galaxy F series specifically targets developing markets like India and Bangladesh
As 2024 draws to a close, India's electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries have shown steady growth throughout the year, driven by global supply chain realignments, favorable government policies, and a vast domestic market. Recent political developments in the US are expected to accelerate these supply chain shifts further, strengthening India's electronics manufacturing landscape
India's semiconductor ambitions are gaining momentum with initiatives like SEMI's planned Semiconductor Academy and Mindgrove Technologies' US$8M RISC-V funding. Marvell and Synaptics emphasize India's potential at the VLSI conference and beyond, while Wistron, Sunnic, and Micromax strengthen local capabilities through investments, diversification, and partnerships supporting AI and chip innovations
