9NOVEMBER 2026Auto supplier localization could gain momentum as Tata Projects secures a contract to develop infrastructure for a global automaker's greenfield facility at AURIC-Bidkin in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. The contract covers the assembly shop, press and weld shop, and utility and support buildings, including civil, structural, architectural, MEP and utility works, followed by testing and commissioning.While the automaker's identity, investment and production capacity have not been disclosed, the project adds to Bidkin's expanding industrial base. Its significance lies in whether new vehicle-making capacity can encourage component suppliers, engineering firms and regional manufacturers to build a stronger local ecosystem. The project comes as Bidkin develops into a manufacturing destination for automobiles, electric vehicles and related industries. DHL Express has appointed Sandeep Juneja as senior vice president for South Asia and managing director for India. The appointment took effect on November 1, 2026. Juneja succeeds R. S. Subramanian, who is moving to Blue Dart as its managing director. Sandeep Juneja brings more than three decades of professional experience, including over 20 years with DHL Express. He joined the company in 2004 and has been a member of its India Management Board since 2007.Before his latest appointment, Juneja held senior leadership positions across sales, marketing and commercial functions. He took charge of DHL Express India's commercial function in 2013, where he played a key role in shaping business strategy and strengthening the company's market position. During his tenure, Juneja's responsibilities covered customer development, strategic pricing, digital initiatives and identifying new business opportunities. His experience in the Indian market is expected to support DHL Express's regional growth plans. Tamil Nadu contributed nearly $20 billion to India's electronics export value in FY26, highlighting its growing role in the country's manufacturing sector. The state accounted for around 40% of India's total electronics exports, according to Singai G Ramachandran, CEO of the Tamil Nadu Startup and Innovation Mission (TANSIM). Speaking at the launch of US-based Vultr's 20-megawatt (MW) AI supercluster in Chennai on Monday, Ramachandran said Tamil Nadu had strengthened its position as a global electronics manufacturing hub.He added that the state's contribution to electronics exports had nearly doubled over the past two years. Tamil Nadu's manufacturing capabilities have also gained global recognition. "Almost out of $10 (in exports), $4 is being contributed by Tamil Nadu, and it has almost doubled in the last two years," Ramachandran said. The state has emerged as a major destination for electronics manufacturing, hosting leading electronics manufacturing services (EMS) companies and component makers. Gujarat has installed more than 9 lakh residential rooftop solar systems, reaching 90 percent of its March 2027 target. The state has recorded 3,408 MW of installed capacity under the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. According to an official statement issued on Monday, November 2, 2026, Gujarat has installed around 9.08 lakh systems. It aims to reach 10 lakh residential installations by March 2027. The latest achievement places Gujarat among India's leading states in household solar adoption.The state accounts for approximately 18.21 percent of India's total installed residential rooftop solar capacity under the central scheme. Its progress reflects growing household participation, supported by financial incentives and consumer-friendly regulations. The Gujarat government has introduced additional financial assistance to make solar installations more affordable, particularly for smaller households. TAMIL NADU CONTRIBUTES $20 BILLION TO INDIA'S ELECTRONICS EXPORTSGUJARAT ACHIEVES 90% OF ROOFTOP SOLAR TARGET WITH 9 LAKH INSTALLATIONSDHL EXPRESS APPOINTS SANDEEP JUNEJA AS INDIA MD, SOUTH ASIA SVPTATA DEAL BOOSTS AUTO SUPPLIER LOCALIZATION IN MAHARASHTRA9OCTOBER 2026
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