Maruti Suzuki Pilots 300 kW Green Hydrogen Electrolyzer, Pioneering Low‑Carbon Manufacturing in India

Maruti Suzuki India Limited (“Maruti Suzuki”) has commissioned a 300 kW Green Hydrogen (GH₂) electrolyzer plant at its Manesar facility as a pilot project. The hydrogen produced is blended with natural gas and deployed as process fuel in manufacturing operations.

The initiative maximizes the use of solar energy generated at Manesar. Power produced during holidays, which would otherwise remain idle, is harnessed to generate Green Hydrogen. The hydrogen is stored and later consumed in production processes. Insights from this pilot will guide the company’s plan to scale green hydrogen adoption across facilities in Haryana and Gujarat.

Inspired by parent company Suzuki Motor Corporation’s (“SMC”) philosophy of Sho‑Sho‑Kei‑Tan‑Bi — meaning smaller, fewer, lighter, shorter, and more beautiful — Maruti Suzuki continues to advance resource efficiency and optimize energy requirements.

Speaking on the pilot initiative, Mr. Hisashi Takeuchi, Managing Director & CEO, Maruti Suzuki India Limited, said, “Just like we have adopted a multi-pathway approach for products, we have also embarked on a journey of multiple renewable energy solutions for manufacturing operations. The commissioning of our 300 kW Green Hydrogen plant is aligned with the Government of India’s Green Hydrogen Mission. This, along with expansion of solar, biogas and installation of battery energy storage system reflects our commitment to transition to cleaner and sustainable energy solutions.”

He added, “India is emerging as a manufacturing powerhouse, and its competitive position may not depend solely on cost and quality, but also on CO2 intensity. With such initiatives, we are building capability today so that we can support a low-carbon and more energy-efficient manufacturing ecosystem tomorrow. Through multiple clean technologies, we aspire to reduce our carbon footprint in manufacturing operations from the present 615,000 tonnes to 266,000 tonnes in FY 2030-31i.”

Several major automakers in India are pursuing clean energy and green hydrogen initiatives alongside Maruti Suzuki, including Tata Motors, Ashok Leyland, Reliance Industries, NTPC, Toyota Kirloskar, and Indian Oil. These projects range from hydrogen mobility pilots to biogas plants and renewable energy integration.

Tata Motors partnered with Indian Oil Corporation (IOCL) under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The Tata company is Runningy pilot projects with hydrogen fuel cell buses and hydrogen internal combustion trucks across routes in Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Delhi NCR.Focus on both fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) and hydrogen ICE truck. Ashok Leyland is collaborating with Reliance Industries to deploy hydrogen buses and trucks in Gujarat.

Other auto majors like Hyundai, Honda, Mahindra, and Hero Group are exploring green hydrogen in India, but most of their work is at the pilot or partnership stage rather than full‑scale plants. The most concrete project is Hero Future Energies’ Tirupati green hydrogen plant for Rockman Industries, while Hyundai and Honda are focusing on hydrogen mobility pilots, and Mahindra is aligning with government programs under the National Green Hydrogen Mission.

Maruti Suzuki is intensifying its drive to cut carbon emissions across manufacturing by embracing a diverse mix of green energy solutions. These include in‑house solar installations, renewable power sourced from government channels, and long‑term purchase agreements with third‑party providers for solar and wind energy.

At its Kharkhoda facility, the company is in the advanced stage of commissioning a 10 Tonnes Per Day (TPD) biogas plant, scheduled for FY 2026‑27. It has also recently deployed a 1 MWh Battery Energy Storage System at the same site.

Maruti Suzuki has begun integrating compressed biogas (CBG) as process fuel. The board has approved four CBG projects with an investment of INR 5,610 million. In parallel, Suzuki Motor Corporation (SMC), in collaboration with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) and dairy unions, is setting up ten biogas plants across India, three of which are already operational in Gujarat.

The commissioning of the pilot Green Hydrogen plant further strengthens Maruti Suzuki’s clean energy portfolio, marking another milestone in its transition toward sustainable manufacturing.

Gemini AI Dials In: Pixel’s Voice Assistant Now Makes Real Calls for You

Google’s Gemini AI now has a new “Call for Me” feature that can place real-world phone calls on your behalf, handling tasks like reservations, checking product availability, or rescheduling appointments. For now, it’s limited to Pixel 11 users in the US with a Gemini subscription and the beta Phone app.

Google’s Gemini AI rollout roadmap shows rapid expansion: new models like Gemini 3.7 Flash and Gemini 3.5 Transcribe launched in August 2026, with integrations into Pixel 11 devices, Chrome on Android, and desktop apps. However, advanced features such as “Call for Me” remain US‑only for now, with India availability still pending.

📞 What Gemini’s “Call for Me” Can Do

• Business calls: Contact restaurants, stores, or doctors’ offices to book, confirm, or reschedule.
• Automated menus: Navigate IVR systems and wait on hold until a human picks up.
• Information requests: Ask about product availability, service quotes, or appointment slots.
• Reservations: Secure tables at restaurants or place items on hold at shops.
• Summaries: Provide a transcript and outcome summary after the call ends.

⚙️ How It Works

• Calls are made from your own phone number via the Gemini app and Google’s Phone beta.
• Gemini introduces itself as an AI assistant at the start of the call — Google is not trying to disguise it as a human.
• Users can monitor calls live with a transcript and intervene at any time.
• Before dialing, Gemini shows a task summary including the number it will call and any personal info it may share (like your name or contact details).

📱 Availability & Limitations

• Currently restricted to Pixel 11 owners in the US with a Gemini subscription.
• Requires the beta version of Google’s Phone app and device language set to English.
• Not available in India yet, so Gurugram users cannot access it at this time.
• Cannot call emergency services or numbers outside the US.

Why This Matters

This marks a shift from AI assistants being screen-based helpers to becoming agentic platforms that act on your behalf in the real world. It builds on Google’s earlier experiments like Duplex and Hold for Me, but now with more autonomy and transparency.

Risks & Considerations

• Privacy: Gemini may share user-approved personal info during calls — careful review is essential.
• Perception: Businesses may hang up if they mistake Gemini for a robocall.
• Limited rollout: Still experimental, so reliability may vary.

Adani Power Restructures, Merges 10 Units

Adani Power has officially merged 10 wholly owned subsidiaries into its parent company, effective September 25, 2026, following approvals from the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in Ahmedabad and Mumbai. The restructuring consolidates power generation and fuel management units, streamlining operations and reducing compliance overheads.

According to the formal disclosures submitted to the BSE and NSE on September 25, 2026. The company stated that all conditions of the scheme have been fulfilled, making the restructuring effective from that date.

Notably, Adani Power first announced its plan to merge 10 wholly owned subsidiaries on October 30, 2025, through an official filing with the BSE and NSE, well before the NCLT approvals in August and September 2026. This filing outlined the proposed scheme of amalgamation, listing all subsidiaries to be merged and setting the appointed date as April 1, 2025.

Key Highlights of the Merger

• Effective Date: September 25, 2026
• Appointed Date: April 1, 2025 (for accounting and legal purposes)
• Approval: NCLT Ahmedabad (Aug 4, 2026) & NCLT Mumbai (Sept 24, 2026)
• Impact: Subsidiaries dissolved without liquidation; assets and liabilities transferred to Adani Power

Subsidiaries Merged

Subsidiary	Focus Area
Adani Power Dahej	Power generation
Kutchh Power Generation	Thermal power (step-down subsidiary)
Resurgent Fuel Management	Fuel management
Mahan Fuel Management	Fuel management
Orissa Thermal Energy	Thermal power
Korba Power	Thermal power
Anuppur Thermal Energy (MP)	Thermal power
Mirzapur Thermal Energy (UP)	Thermal power
Emberiza Infra Park	Infrastructure
Vidarbha Industries Power	Thermal power (acquired via IBC resolution)

Strategic Rationale

• Simplification: Eliminates multiple legal entities, reducing compliance and administrative costs
• Integration: Consolidates assets, liabilities, and operations under Adani Power’s umbrella
• Financial Clarity: No new shares issued; equity holdings in subsidiaries cancelled
• Risk Management: Vidarbha Industries Power’s negative net worth absorbed without impact due to Adani Power’s stronger balance sheet

Market Impact

• Stock Reaction: Adani Power shares closed at ₹202.75 on NSE (Sept 25, 2026), down 1.64% from the previous close
• Operational Efficiency: Expected to optimize overheads and strengthen Adani’s position as India’s largest private power producer

Risks & Considerations

• Regulatory Oversight: NCLT approvals ensure compliance, but integration of distressed assets like Vidarbha requires careful monitoring
• Financial Absorption: Negative net worth subsidiaries could weigh on consolidated reporting if not managed effectively
• Sectoral Impact: Consolidation signals further dominance of Adani Power in India’s thermal and renewable energy mix.

This restructuring marks a major consolidation in India’s power sector, positioning Adani Power for greater efficiency and scale.

IACC Summit Unites 100+ Leaders to Shape India’s AI‑Ready Digital Infrastructure

Over 100 business, policy, and technology leaders gathered in Hyderabad at the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce inaugural Summit to address critical infrastructure needs across Data Centers, AI demand, GCC Expansion, Cyber Resilience, Green energy, and cloud innovation

The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) hosted its inaugural Digital Infrastructure Summit 2026 in Hyderabad on Friday, drawing over 100 top business, technology, and policy leaders. The summit set out to chart a roadmap for the robust, secure digital infrastructure to power India’s next wave of AI innovation and digital growth.

Organized by the Andhra Pradesh & Telangana Branch of the IACC, with support from CtrlS Datacenters as the Presenting Partner, the summit brought together key voices across industry, government, and finance to align on a shared vision for India’s digital growth.

In her welcome speech, Dr. Sreedevi Devireddy, Chairperson, IACC Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, said, “India is on the cusp of an unprecedented digital revolution, where next-generation infrastructure will act as the ultimate catalyst for hyper-scale innovation. Looking beyond simple capacity, we are pioneering a sustainable future, scaling world-class data centers, expanding Global Capability Centers (GCCs), fortifying cybersecurity, and deploying secure, AI-ready technologies.

The Indo-American Chamber of Commerce is proud to unite visionary leaders from industry, government, and finance to bridge critical gaps and forge high-impact partnerships. Hyderabad and Telangana are uniquely positioned to power this ecosystem, and this inaugural IACC Digital Infrastructure Summit 2026 marks the launchpad for a sustained, forward-looking movement.” Sreedevi added.

The inaugural session laid a strong strategic foundation for the day’s deliberations on India’s digital infrastructure growth. Mr. Srikanth Badiga, Group Director of Phoenix Group, Chairman of SEZEPC (Ministry of Commerce & Industry, GoI), and Director NEC, IACC, delivered the Theme Address, setting the tone for India’s digital scaling journey. Mr. Chandra Shekhar Sarma G, CISO & Director of Compliance at CtrlS Datacenters delivered the Opening Keynote on infrastructure security, followed by a Special Address from Mr. S. Purnachandra Rao, Former National President of IACC and Managing Director of Global Infovision Pvt. Ltd.

The summit featured distinguished leadership from both government and diplomacy. Ms. Laura Williams, Consul General at the U.S. Consulate General in Hyderabad, addressed the gathering as Guest of Honour, emphasizing bilateral technology and trade collaboration.

Addressing the IACC Summit, Ms. Laura Williams said that Mission 500, COMPACT, TRUST, and Pax Silica are not abstract frameworks — they are direct opportunities for investment, supply-chain partnership, and market access, especially here in Telangana and across South India.

As Ambassador Gor said: Our two countries have always built the strongest relationship from the ground up through entrepreneurs, engineers, and manufacturers who see opportunities in partnership rather than competition.

Chandra Shekhar Sarma G, CISO & Director, Compliance, CtrlS Datacenters, stated, “India’s digital transformation is entering a defining phase, with digital infrastructure evolving from an enabler to the foundation of the digital economy. The convergence of AI, cloud, hyperscale computing, edge and data-intensive applications is reshaping infrastructure needs. The next phase will be defined by speed to capacity, high-density compute, resilient connectivity, reliable power, sustainability and intelligent scalability."

Keynotes & Strategic Panel Highlights

The business sessions kicked off with an insightful keynote on "The Future of India’s AI & Cloud Landscape" by Mr. Anil Nama, CIO of CtrlS Datacenters Ltd., followed by a dynamic session on "The Build & Scale Journey" by Mr. Anil Pinapala, Managing Director of Vivifi India Finance Private Limited.

The summit’s technical agenda centered on two high-impact panel discussions:Building India's AI & Digital Infrastructure Capital: Moderated by Mr. Varma Konala (Co-Founder & CEO, Mahanim India), this panel brought together Mr. Shyam Menon (Co-Founder & General Partner, Bharat Innovation Fund), Mr. Rahul Dhar (President - Global Datacenter Operations, CtrlS Datacenters Ltd.), and Ms. Padmini Gopalakrishnan (VP Software Engineering, Agrani Labs) to discuss ecosystem enablers, venture capital, and local scaling.
Powering the Digital Economy — Resilience, Reliability, Security & Green Transformation: Moderated by Mr. Srini Reddy (EVP - Service Delivery, CtrlS Datacenters Ltd.), expert panelists including Dr. Paravastu Rambabu (Chief Sustainability Officer, Greenko Group), Mr. Krishna Sastry Pendyala (Partner Cybersecurity, EY), and Ms. Annapurna Kuchibhatla (CTO, Bajaj Electronics) explored the intersection of clean power, sustainability, and airtight cyber resilience in hyper-scale data centers.

About the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC): Established in 1968, the Indo-American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) is the apex bilateral chamber synergizing India–U.S. economic engagement. Founded by Ambassador Chester Bowles alongside prominent industry leaders of the era, the IACC works continuously to deepen economic ties and trade between the two nations. Today, the IACC boasts a pan-India presence with over 1,500 members representing a wide cross-section of Indian and U.S. industries.

India Cracks Down on 15 Crypto Platforms

India’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU-IND) has issued non-compliance notices to 15 crypto platforms, including Weex, Blofin, DigiFinex, XT.com, and WhiteBIT, ordering takedown of their apps and URLs for operating illegally in India under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). This marks one of the most aggressive enforcement pushes since India expanded AML rules to cover virtual digital asset providers in 2023.

In March 2023, Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers (VDA SPs) were formally brought under India’s Anti‑Money Laundering and Counter‑Terrorist Financing (AML/CFT) framework through the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA).

All VDA SPs serving Indian users — whether based offshore or onshore — and engaged in activities such as exchanging virtual assets with fiat currencies, transferring digital assets, safekeeping or administering them, or providing instruments that enable control over such assets, must register with FIU‑IND as Reporting Entities.

Under the PMLA and its associated rules, these entities are required to comply with obligations including registration, reporting, record‑keeping, and customer due diligence. Importantly, these requirements are activity‑based and apply regardless of whether the service provider has a physical presence in India.  

Key Details of the FIU Action

• Date of action: September 9–24, 2026
• Platforms targeted: Weex, Blofin, Rezorex, Bitunix, DigiFinex, Toobit, XT.com, Latoken, WOO X, Pionex, ChangeNow, SimpleSwap, FixedFloat, WhiteBIT, Guardarian
• Legal basis: Section 13 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002
• Enforcement mechanism: Notices issued under the IT Act, 2000 and Intermediary Guidelines (2025) to block apps/URLs
• Reason: Operating in India without registering as reporting entities with FIU-IND, failing AML/CFT obligations

Context and Background

• AML expansion (March 2023): India brought Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers (VDA SPs) under AML rules
• Past enforcement:
  - 2023: FIU-IND targeted Binance, Kraken, KuCoin; Binance later paid ₹18.82 crore penalty
  - 2025: Notices issued to 25 offshore exchanges including Paxful and BitMex
• User workarounds: Indian users increasingly use stablecoin-to-gift card platforms abroad to bypass Indian exchanges

Risks for Indian Users

• Crypto & NFTs remain unregulated in India — no investor protection or recourse for losses
• Platforms named in the FIU list may face sudden service disruptions
• Offshore exchanges may suspend services temporarily until compliance is achieved

Implications

• For investors: Expect tighter scrutiny, possible account freezes, and mandatory KYC
• For platforms: Offshore exchanges must register with FIU-IND or exit the Indian market
• For regulators: Reinforces India’s stance that crypto activity must align with AML/CFT frameworks

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