West Bengal Eyes EMC 2.0 to Boost Electronics Manufacturing

The West Bengal government is exploring ways to expand its electronics manufacturing footprint by leveraging the Centre’s EMC 2.0 scheme, which provides financial support for infrastructure development in electronics clusters, reported Economic Times citing that officials have indicated that the state will prioritize upgrading existing clusters at Naihati (70 acres) and Falta (58 acres) rather than waiting for new land banks to be developed.

The Modified Electronics Manufacturing Clusters (EMC 2.0) scheme, launched in April 2020 by India’s Ministry of Electronics and IT, provides financial support to create world‑class infrastructure for electronics manufacturing, including plug‑and‑play factory sheds and common facility centres, with funding available until March 2028.

Existing Cluster Expansion

• Naihati cluster (North 24 Parganas) and Falta cluster (South 24 Parganas) were established under EMC 1.0.
• Both clusters are strategically located near Kolkata, offering proximity to ports and logistics hubs.
• The state government is seeking Centre’s financial assistance to modernize these clusters with plug‑and‑play factory sheds, common testing facilities, and logistics support.

EMC 2.0 Scheme Highlights

• Launched in 2020, valid till March 2028.
• Provides 50% project cost support, capped at ₹70 crore per 100 acres, with a maximum of ₹350 crore per project.
• Offers 75% support for Common Facility Centres (CFCs), capped at ₹75 crore.
• Eligible applicants include state governments, PSUs, industrial development corporations, and joint ventures with anchor units.

Scheme Feature	Details
Duration	8 years (till March 2028)
Funding	50% of project cost (₹70 crore per 100 acres cap)
CFC Support	75% of project cost, capped at ₹75 crore
Objective	Infrastructure for electronics manufacturing clusters
Anchor Requirement	At least one major investor to drive ecosystem

State’s Strategic Focus

• Policy shift: Fast‑track expansion by upgrading existing clusters instead of waiting for new land acquisition.
• Anchor investments: Talks with potential investors in semiconductors, data centres, and IT‑enabled services.
• Policy alignment: Drafting new policies for data centres and land acquisition to complement EMC 2.0.

National Context

• India is pushing to become a global hub for electronics manufacturing, with Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Uttar Pradesh attracting major investments.
• West Bengal’s move to leverage EMC 2.0 could position it as a regional competitor, especially given its port connectivity and skilled workforce.

Implications

• Faster rollout: Upgrading existing clusters avoids delays in land acquisition.
• Investment magnet: Ready‑built infrastructure could attract global electronics firms.
• Regional competitiveness: Positions West Bengal alongside leading states in India’s electronics push.

L&T Enters B2B Electronics Market With New Coimbatore Facility; Launches New Electronics Vertical LTEPS

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has officially entered the B2B industrial electronics segment with the launch of its new vertical, L&T Electronic Products & Systems (LTEPS), headquartered in Bengaluru and manufacturing operations based in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.

LTEPS will extend the capability to the development and manufacture of industrial electronic products and systems across several key domains — including power electronics, mobility, industrial robotics & automation, communication platforms and electronics systems design & manufacturing (ESDM).

Key Highlights of the Announcement

• Launch Date: 24 April 2026
• New Vertical: L&T Electronic Products & Systems (LTEPS)
• Headquarters: Bengaluru
• Manufacturing Hub: Coimbatore campus, Tamil Nadu
• Initial Setup: Two manufacturing lines commissioned, serving Indian and global clients
• Strategic Vision: Supports Lakshya 2031 roadmap to deepen technology leadership

Strategic Significance

• Diversification: Expands L&T’s portfolio into advanced electronics
• Domains Covered: Power electronics, mobility solutions, robotics & automation, communication platforms, ESDM
• Innovation Approach: In‑house R&D, technology partnerships, advanced testing infrastructure
• Future Expansion: Plans to scale across a 40‑acre zone in Coimbatore

Leadership Statement

The foray into industrial electronics is an important step towards our Lakshya 2031 aspiration of deepening technology leadership and enhancing India’s self‑reliance in critical manufacturing. With LTEPS, we are bolstering the nation’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem while expanding our presence across high‑growth, innovation‑driven domains.
— S N Subrahmanyan, Chairman & MD, L&T

Context & Impact

• National Policy Alignment: Supports Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives
• Global Competitiveness: Positions L&T to serve Indian and international clients
• Economic Impact: Boosts Coimbatore’s role as a hub for engineering and electronics talent.

LTEPS plans to progressively expand its footprint. Future expansions are envisioned across a 40-acre zone within the Coimbatore campus to cover the entire industrial electronics value chain — spanning R&D, in-house product development, ESDM, contract manufacturing, design and engineering support, sourcing, testing and validation services.

Breakthrough Neuromorphic Sensor Mimics Brain and Frog Synapses to Cut Energy Use in AI and Edge Computing

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Indian researchers at JNCASR have developed a frog-inspired neuromorphic sensor that uses humidity as a stimulus to mimic brain-like synaptic behavior, integrating sensing, memory, and processing in a single device. This breakthrough could significantly reduce energy consumption in AI, edge computing, and smart environmental monitoring systems.

The development of this neuromorphic sensor published in the Journal of Materials Chemistry C was inspired by the amphibian frog, particularly cricket frogs, whose synaptic behaviour is highly moisture sensitive and influenced by daylight.

What Makes This Sensor Unique

The moisture-sensitive frog behaviour with increased activity at higher moisture levels is emulated in a supramolecular nanofibre-based neuromorphic sensor

• Biological Inspiration: Modeled after the cricket frog, whose neural activity is highly sensitive to moisture and daylight.
• Single-Platform Integration: Combines sensing, memory, and processing in one platform.
• Humidity as Stimulus: First time humidity has been used to emulate synaptic behaviors such as facilitation, depression, and metaplasticity.

How It Works

• Material: Built from 1D supramolecular nanofibers synthesized from donor–acceptor charge transfer complexes.
• Device Setup: Nanofibers were drop-coated on interdigitated gold electrodes on a glass substrate.
• Testing: Placed in a humidity-controlled chamber, the device responded to humidity pulses with brain-like synaptic behaviors.
• Light Sensitivity: Just like frogs, the sensor’s response can be influenced by daylight, adding another layer of adaptability.

Why It Matters

• Energy Efficiency: Conventional electronics separate sensing and processing, requiring constant data transfer. This sensor eliminates that overhead, reducing energy consumption and latency.
• Applications:
  • Smart Environmental Monitoring
  • Healthcare Devices
  • AI & IoT

Neuromorphic Devices in Context

Feature	Conventional Electronics	Neuromorphic Sensors	Frog-Inspired Humidity Sensor
Sensing	Separate units	Integrated with memory	Humidity-driven sensing
Processing	External processors	Synapse-like	Synaptic facilitation & depression
Energy Use	High (data transfer overhead)	Lower	Significantly reduced
Stimulus	Electrical/light	Electrical/light	Humidity + light
Biological Analogy	None	General brain-like	Cricket frog synapses

Future Outlook

• Adaptive AI Systems: Could lead to self-learning sensors that adjust to environmental changes without external programming.
• Sustainable Electronics: Supports the push toward green computing by reducing energy demands.
• Cross-Modal Expansion: Researchers envision integrating multiple stimuli (humidity, light, temperature) for multisensory neuromorphic devices.

In essence, this frog-inspired humidity sensor marks a leap toward electronics that behave more like living systems—efficient, adaptive, and sustainable. It’s not just a sensor; it’s a glimpse into the future of computing where machines learn from nature.

Bengaluru Gets a World-Class Electronics Co-Innovation Hub as Henkel Launches Advanced Application Center

Advanced electronics lab bridging materials and applications at Henkel Adhesive Technologies’ Customer Application Center in Bengaluru

Henkel today announced the launch of its Customer Application Center in Bengaluru, reinforcing its commitment to India’s rapidly expanding electronics manufacturing sector. The new facility will serve as a collaborative innovation hub where Henkel experts and customers can co-develop, test, and validate advanced adhesive and thermal management solutions for next-generation electronics manufacturing.

The new facility represents one of Henkel's most significant application engineering commitments in the India Middle East and Africa (IMEA) region, and is designed to address a critical gap in India's electronics value chain: the absence of localized, world-class application testing and validation infrastructure that allows manufacturers to develop, qualify, and scale advanced materials solutions without the time and cost of sending work overseas.

India's electronics manufacturing sector has grown nearly six-fold over the past decade. The momentum is accelerating, driven by the rapid build-out of data center and AI computing infrastructure, 5G and fiber network expansion, electric vehicle charging systems, industrial automation, and advanced medical devices. Each of these sectors depends critically on high-performance adhesives, thermal management materials, and protective coatings, and each demand faster, more localized application engineering support than India's ecosystem has traditionally been able to provide.

 

Customers along with team members of Henkel Adhesive Technologies inaugurating the Customer Application Center in Bengaluru

Bengaluru was a natural choice. The city's concentration of semiconductor design talent, electronics R&D centers, and global OEM engineering teams makes it the single most important node in India's electronics innovation ecosystem. Locating the center here puts Henkel's application expertise directly alongside the engineers and manufacturers who need it most.

"India's electronics manufacturing ecosystem is at an inflection point, and Bengaluru is at the center of it," said S. Sunil Kumar, Country President – India, Henkel. "What manufacturers across our focus sectors increasingly need is not just world-class materials, but a local partner who can co-develop, test, and validate those materials under real production conditions, and help them move from concept to market faster. That is precisely what this center is designed to do. It is our most tangible expression yet of Henkel's long-term commitment to India's electronics future."

The 5,000 sq. ft. facility, of which approximately 2,400 sq. ft. is dedicated laboratory and testing space, is built to replicate actual electronics manufacturing conditions, allowing customers to evaluate and optimize materials and processes before committing to production scale. Around 60-65% of the investment has gone into advanced lab and testing equipment, with 20-25% directed at customer co-development infrastructure.

The facility serves five high-growth sectors: telecom and 5G infrastructure, data centres and AI computing, power electronics and EV systems, industrial automation, and medical electronics. Its key capabilities span advanced thermal management testing, precision dispensing systems, electrical characterisation tools, and rapid-cure chambers, supporting the full journey from prototyping and material validation through to production readiness.

The center directly supports India's Make-in-India and Production-Linked-Incentive objectives by bringing application engineering, process optimization, and reliability validation onshore. A substantial share of activities that Indian electronics manufacturers previously had to route through overseas facilities, or simply defer, can now be conducted locally, compressing development cycles and accelerating time to market.

Henkel application experts will work side-by-side with customer engineering teams at the facility; co-developing solutions tailored to specific device architectures and manufacturing requirements. This collaboration model is central to the center's design and is what distinguishes it from a conventional testing laboratory.

About Henkel

With its brands, innovations and technologies, Henkel holds leading market positions worldwide in the industrial and consumer businesses. The business unit Adhesive Technologies is the global leader in the market for adhesives, sealants and coatings. With Consumer Brands, the company holds leading positions especially in laundry & home care and hair in many markets and categories around the world. The company's three strongest brands are Loctite, Persil and Schwarzkopf. In fiscal 2025, Henkel reported sales of about 20.5 billion euros and adjusted operating profit of around 3.0 billion euros. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX. Sustainability has a long tradition at Henkel, and the company has a clear sustainability strategy with specific targets. Henkel was founded in 1876 and today employs a diverse team of about 47,000 people worldwide – united by a strong corporate culture, shared values and a common purpose: "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.” More information at www.henkel.com

Taiwan’s TEEMA Considers Uttar Pradesh for Global Expansion

The Taiwan Electrical & Electronic Manufacturers’ Association (TEEMA), led by Foxconn chairman Young Liu, is considering setting up a technology park in Uttar Pradesh, with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) emerging as a frontrunner location.

What’s Happening

• TEEMA Expansion Plan: Part of a global first-phase initiative to establish advanced manufacturing hubs in India, US, Mexico, and Poland.
• Uttar Pradesh in Focus: YEIDA is being evaluated as a prime site, potentially adjacent to Foxconn’s upcoming semiconductor facility.
• Leadership: The push is spearheaded by Young Liu, Foxconn’s chairman, who also heads TEEMA.
• Strategic Goal: To create smart manufacturing hubs that strengthen Taiwan’s global electronics ecosystem.

Why Uttar Pradesh?

Factor	Advantage for UP
Location	YEIDA along Yamuna Expressway offers strong connectivity to Delhi NCR and logistics hubs.
Policy Support	UP government has aggressively promoted electronics manufacturing under its industrial policies.
Synergy	Proximity to Foxconn’s semiconductor facility could create a cluster effect for supply chains.
Market Access	North India provides a large consumer base and workforce availability.

Strategic Implications

• Boost to India’s Electronics Ecosystem: A TEEMA park would attract Taiwanese suppliers and manufacturers, strengthening India’s role in global electronics.
• Semiconductor Linkages: Alignment with Foxconn’s semiconductor plans could accelerate India’s ambitions in chip design and fabrication.
• Regional Development: YEIDA could become a major tech hub, driving jobs, infrastructure, and ancillary industries in Uttar Pradesh.
• Global Positioning: Taiwan’s move signals a diversification strategy, reducing reliance on China and tapping into India’s growing electronics market.

Risks & Challenges

• Land & Infrastructure Readiness: Large-scale parks require rapid land acquisition and reliable power/water supply.
• Policy Stability: Long-term success depends on consistent industrial policy and incentives.
• Global Competition: India must compete with Mexico, Poland, and the US for TEEMA’s investment priorities.
• Supply Chain Integration: Building a robust ecosystem of local suppliers will take time.

Bottom Line: TEEMA’s potential entry into Uttar Pradesh could be a game-changer for North India’s electronics industry, especially if aligned with Foxconn’s semiconductor ambitions. YEIDA is currently the strongest contender, but execution will hinge on infrastructure readiness and sustained policy support.

SmartSoC and CDAC's ChipIN Team Up to Offer Free Validation and Foundry Support for India’s Semiconductor Startups

SmartSoC Solutions Pvt. Ltd., a leading semiconductor and embedded engineering services company, has announced its collaboration with the ChipIN Center at Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) to support India’s Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Programme. Through this initiative, SmartSoC will extend access to its advanced Post-Silicon Validation (PSV) services to DLI-registered startups and MSMEs on a pro-bono basis, while also offering multiple foundry options within the startup ecosystem.

This collaboration aims to address some of the most critical challenges faced by semiconductor startups in India— including access to diverse foundry services and world class backend validation and characterization infrastructure. By bridging these gaps, SmartSoC and CDAC will empower innovators to accelerate the journey from chip design to commercialization, reduce time-to-market, and strengthen their global competitiveness.

Bharath Desareddy, CEO of SmartSoC

“We are proud to be chosen as an engineering collaborator providing vital support to chip innovators in India. This is more than business—it’s our mission. We understand the tough journey from design to functional silicon. SmartSoC pledges to be the one-stop partner guiding startups through real-world complexities. Together, we will build a self-reliant India by leading the semiconductor revolution, not just participating in it.” said Bharath Desareddy, CEO of SmartSoC.

SmartSoC is one of the first Indian companies to partner with multiple foundries, aiming to provide startups with more options so they can select the best fit for their unique design needs. The Post-Silicon Validation services offered by SmartSoC allow startups to rigorously test silicon prototypes against functional, performance, and electrical benchmarks, ensuring compliance with international standards before mass production. These essential services, often unattainable for smaller players due to high costs, are being made accessible to help level the playing field, boost startup credibility, and support their journey to success.

This initiative complements SmartSoC’s ongoing contributions to the DLI Scheme, where the company serves as an engineering collaborator providing end-to-end post-silicon validation, SoC design and verification, physical design, embedded software development, and product engineering support. SmartSoC is actively contributing to advancing India's semiconductor research and development landscape and enabling faster commercialization of indigenous technologies.

“We are proud to partner with SmartSoC Solutions to provide Post-Silicon Validation services and multiple foundry options to startups under the DLI Scheme. This collaboration reinforces our commitment to empowering Indian startups and MSMEs with world-class semiconductor design infrastructure, accelerating innovation, and strengthening India’s self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem,” said Shri. E Magesh, Director General, CDAC, India.

“Providing multiple foundry options and Post-Silicon Validation through partners like SmartSoC ensures startups are able to confidently transition from design to deployable products. By offering complimentary access to expert labs, test infrastructure, and engineering services, initiatives like this reduce both cost and risk, enabling Indian startups to compete globally,” said Dr. SD Sudarsan, Executive Director, CDAC Bangalore Centre.

Aligned with the Government of India’s Semicon India vision and the larger Atmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) mission, this collaboration underscores the importance of industry-government partnerships in building a robust innovation ecosystem.

About SmartSoC:

SmartSoC Solutions is a global provider of semiconductor design and embedded engineering services, specializing in turnkey project execution, custom ASIC development, and foundry services. With deep domain expertise and a solutions-driven approach, SmartSoC enables clients to accelerate growth and scale efficiently. Our collaborative, end-to-end approach enables leading semiconductor and system companies to streamline development cycles and bring differentiated silicon solutions to market with precision.

About ChipIN:

ChipIN is an initiative implemented by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) and Chip to Startup (C2S) programes of MeitY, Government of India, aimed at strengthening India’s semiconductor design ecosystem. The ChipIN Centre at CDAC Bangalore is one of the world’s largest and most advanced semiconductor design infrastructure facilities, providing state-of-the-art EDA tools, IPs, prototyping facilities, and high-performance computing (HPC) resources to Indian startups, MSMEs, and academic institutions. This initiative empowers innovators to design and develop complex semiconductor devices in a cost-effective manner. By fostering strong collaboration between industry, academia, and government, ChipIN serves as a national design infrastructure backbone, accelerating innovation, reducing design cycles, and driving indigenous semiconductor development—thereby laying the foundation for a self-reliant and globally competitive semiconductor ecosystem in India.

Tata Deepens Apple Ties with $100M Buyout of Chinese Supplier’s India Unit

Tata Electronics, a Tata Group company, has acquired the India operations of Chinese industrial automation firm Justech Precision for approximately $100 million. This strategic move strengthens Tata’s position in Apple’s global supply chain, especially as Apple ramps up iPhone production in India.

Key Details:

• Justech Precision: Headquartered in Kunshan, China, Justech has supplied high-precision CNC machinery to Apple vendors like Foxconn since 2008.
• India Presence: Justech launched its Indian subsidiary in Tamil Nadu in 2019, aligning with Apple’s growing manufacturing footprint in the region.
• Deal Finalized: The acquisition was completed in August 2025, with HSBC Bank and HDFC Bank advising on the transaction.
• Tata’s Apple Ambitions: This follows Tata’s earlier acquisition of a majority stake in Pegatron’s India operations, signaling its aggressive push to become a key iPhone assembler.

This acquisition not only boosts Tata’s manufacturing capabilities but also reflects Apple’s broader strategy to diversify its supply chain away from China and deepen its India operations.

Move	Description	Strategic Impact
Acquisition of Wistron’s iPhone plant (2023)	Tata took over Wistron’s iPhone assembly facility in Karnataka	Became India’s first homegrown iPhone assembler
Majority stake in Pegatron India (2024–25)	Tata acquired a controlling interest in Pegatron’s Chennai operations	Strengthened iPhone assembly capacity and workforce
Acquisition of Justech India (2025)	Bought Chinese supplier Justech’s Tamil Nadu unit for ~$100M	Gained precision tooling and automation capabilities
Hiring push for iPhone production	Tata plans to hire 20,000+ workers for iPhone lines	Supports Apple’s goal to shift 25% of iPhone production to India
Diversification into components	Tata is exploring semiconductor packaging and camera module production	Aims to become a vertically integrated Apple supplier

ISM 2.0 Incoming: India Targets Full-Stack Innovation in Semiconductor Ecosystem

India’s semiconductor ambitions entered a transformative phase this week with the unveiling of the second edition of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM 2.0), announced at the Semicon India 2025 summit.
Building on the ₹76,000 crore foundation laid by ISM 1.0, the new roadmap pivots from infrastructure creation to full-stack innovation, ecosystem integration, and indigenous product development.

From Fabs to Full Products: What ISM 2.0 Promises

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw declared ISM 2.0 a “moment of pride,” presenting the first set of Made-in-India commercial-grade chips to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The chips, developed by CG Semi and student teams using Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tools, symbolize India’s transition from consumer to creator in the global chip race.

Key highlights of ISM 2.0 include:

• Expanded Incentives: Support now extends beyond fabs and OSATs to include capital equipment, materials, and ancillary industries such as gas and chemical suppliers.
• Product-Centric Focus: A significant portion of funding will be directed toward designing complete chipsets, ensuring that intellectual property (IP) remains within India.
• Silicon Carbide Priority: Proposals for SiC-based wafer manufacturing will be fast-tracked, given their strategic importance in EVs, defense, and power electronics.
• Revamped DLI Scheme: The Design-Linked Incentive program will now support larger domestic firms, advanced packaging, and risk capital access.

Global Confidence, Local Execution

The summit saw participation from 33 countries and over 350 exhibitors, including industry giants like ASML, Lam Research, and Merck Electronics.

Vaishnaw emphasized India’s reputation for respecting IP rights and fostering co-development, positioning the country as a trusted partner in a multipolar tech world.

Kai Beckmann, CEO of Merck Electronics, noted,

India builds resilience into global value chains by developing local capacity,” while MediaTek India’s MD Anku Jain stressed the role of startups in solving ecosystem gaps.

Economic and Strategic Impact

• Cost Advantage: Independent studies suggest India’s semiconductor production is already 15–30% more cost-effective than global benchmarks.
• Talent Pipeline: Over 60,000 engineering students have logged 13 million+ hours on EDA tools, with 278 universities participating in chip design programs.
• Deep Tech Alliance: A $1 billion fund has been launched to support frontier sectors including semiconductors, clean energy, biotech, and quantum technologies.

What’s Next?

With 10 semiconductor projects worth $18 billion underway and land allocated for the HCL-Foxconn JV fab, India is poised to become a global hub for high-value, mid-volume chip production.
The modernization of ISRO’s Semiconductor Laboratory in Mohali is also in motion, aiming to boost domestic tape-outs and export capacity.

IIT Mandi Creates Super-Flexible Material for Future Wearable Gadgets

• The findings lay a strong foundation for building flexible electronics, wearable medical sensors, lightweight solar cells, next-generation strain sensors, and tunable optical devices.
• This study addresses one of the major challenges faced in the field of atomically thin materials: poor stability in air and difficulties in flexible device fabrication.
• This Work has published in advanced functional Materials

Globally, there is a major push toward flexible and wearable electronics, ranging from bendable smartphones to medical sensors that can monitor health in real-time. The success of these technologies depends heavily on advanced materials research. Graphene, a thin two-dimensional (2D) material with extraordinary properties, predicted to be the foundation for next-generation devices such as photodetectors, sensors, supercapacitors, and flexible electronics.

However, graphene has many limitations. Over a four-year period, oxidation and degradation of such thin 2D materials (WS2) were observed, leading to poor device efficiency. In addition, transfer techniques like those used for 2D materials often damaged the delicate flakes, resulting in slippage, weak adhesion, and loss of optical or electrical properties.

 

To address this, researchers at IIT Mandi developed a ground-breaking WS₂–PDMS composite fabrication. A long-lasting and flexible material that could power the next generation of wearable gadgets, bendable phones, and health-monitoring devices.

The development of WS₂–PDMS composite fabrication

The research, led by Prof. Viswanath Balakrishnan along with Yadu Chandran, Dr. Deepa Thakur, and Anjali Sharma from IIT Mandi, introduces a water-mediated, non-destructive transfer method that enables chemical vapor deposited WS₂ (a widely studied semiconductor) monolayers to be sandwiched within PDMS layers.

Speaking about the breakthrough, Prof. Viswanath Balakrishnan, Associate Professor, School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, IIT Mandi, said, “This development a significant milestone toward flexible, wearable electronics from 2D materials. By protecting those atomically thin layers while not giving up their optical or electrical properties, we've defined a scalable, long-lived platform for the next generation of sensors, displays, and health-monitoring.” This research will be helpful in creating wearable health-monitoring sensors, flexible displays and smartphones, solar cells and light-harvesting devices, strain sensors, memristors, optoelectronic systems and quantum technologies such as valleytronics and photon emitters.”

The researchers demonstrated that encapsulating monolayer tungsten disulfide (WS₂) in polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) maintained stability for over a year without any signs of oxidation and degradation. Furthermore, the vertical stacking of WS₂-PDMS layers enhanced optical absorption by more than fourfold while preserving the intrinsic properties of the monolayers. Additionally, the composite exhibited excellent flexibility and durability, withstanding thousands of bending cycles without delamination and ensuring efficient strain transfer.

Overall, this research addresses a key challenge in using atomically thin materials, their poor stability in air. By developing a simple composite strategy using PDMS, these materials can be preserved for long-term use while maintaining their unique properties. Since they are the foundation for flexible electronics, wearable health monitors, next-generation sensors, and efficient optoelectronic devices, this method directly contributes to technologies that will impact daily life in the near future.

National Importance of the Research

This innovation directly contributes to India’s National Quantum Mission, (an initiative by the Government of India to propel the nation to the forefront of quantum technology research and development with a budget allocation of ₹6,000 crore) by enabling durable 2D materials that are vital for quantum light sources, single-photon emitters, and secure communication technologies. It also aligns with the growing global demand for flexible electronics, wearable healthcare systems, and energy-efficient devices.

This initiative has the potential to establish India as a global leader in quantum computing, secure communications, and advanced quantum materials. Two-dimensional TMDs can play a pivotal role as single-photon emitters, valleytronics platforms, and quantum light sources, crucial elements of quantum computing and communication. The compatibility of such materials with flexible platforms also opens the possibility of integrated quantum devices on bendable and transparent substrates, offering design advantages that traditional bulk materials cannot achieve.

Practical Implications

The findings lay a strong foundation for building flexible electronics, wearable medical sensors, lightweight solar cells, next-generation strain sensors, and tunable optical devices. Since PDMS is biocompatible, the nanocomposite is especially promising for wearable health monitors that can be directly attached to the human body for real-time tracking.

The method also allows vertical stacking of layers to integrate multiple functionalities on a single compact platform. It is scalable, cost-effective, and free of complications, making it suitable for industrial adoption.

One highlight of this research is that the process avoids harmful chemicals, reducing environmental impact. With its long-term vision, the approach can accelerate the development of durable, high-performance devices that fit seamlessly into smart wearables, healthcare technologies, and energy-efficient systems, ultimately benefiting society at large.

Aimtron Electronics Posts 222% Surge in Open Orders Fueled by AI, IoT, and Green Energy Demand

Aimtron Electronics Ltd, one of the leading Electronics System Design and Manufacturing (ESDM) solutions companies, saw a significant surge of 222% YoY in open order book to INR 419.50 crore. The company’s Total Revenue also witnessed a huge jump of 85% to approximately INR 43.30 crore in Q1FY 25-26 as compared to INR 23.26 crore in Q1FY24-25.

Of the total new orders that Aimtron received, 80% came from domestic and 20% from exports. These orders are broken down by type as 63% Box-Build, 35% PCBA, and 2% Design. The growth was driven by robust demand across the Network Security, Green energy, Industrial, IoT, and AI sectors with key ODM and box build projects being the primary drivers of this performance.

Among other strategic and operational milestones, Aimtron successfully completed Stage I of the AS9100 audit, with Stage II scheduled for August 2025. This certification is crucial for securing high-value aerospace and defence contracts. A new SMT line will integrate advanced AI-powered inspection capabilities to enhance efficiency.

Aimtron also launched a greenfield expansion adjacent to the Vadodara plant for long-term growth. This strategic location leverages local logistics, talent, and Gujarat's favourable industrial policies and the new capacity will aid incremental capacity for future growth. Certified facilities in Vadodara and Bengaluru boast five SMT lines and five box build lines with operations being governed by top-tier certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 9001, and IATF 16949.

Recent successful fund raise of preferential shares through warrants (awaiting shareholder approval at ensuing extra ordinary general meeting and in principle approval from NSE)

• The company recently received tremendous response to its preferential fund raise through the warrants route. The fund raise was to the tune of approximately Rs 98.50 crore raising approximately 14,47,188 warrants at Rs 680.64 per share and will be used for growth capital.
• Nearly 69 investors participated in this fund raise of which the promoters and its employees participated to the extent of approximately 18.5% of the fund raise, over and above external investors.

Chairman's Message

Chairman Mukesh Jeram Vasani noted:

Our strong growth trajectory underscores Aimtron’s strategic vision, operational strength, and dedication to meeting complex global needs with agility and unparalleled precision. Our growing order book, the strong growth being portrayed in our revenue growth and the planned capacity expansion are all aimed towards achieving our targeted growth for FY26 and beyond. We also thank all investors who showed tremendous response to our fund raise trusting our ability to.

About Aimtron Electronics Limited

Founded in 2011, Aimtron Electronics provides EMS, PCB assembly, box-build, and design services. With facilities in Vadodara, Ahmedabad, and Bengaluru, and a parent company headquartered in Chicago, USA, Aimtron serves customers across the automotive, medtech, aerospace, industrial, power, gaming, IoT, and robotics sectors. Guided by the philosophy of “Tomorrow, Today”, Aimtron helps shape the technological future of the world. The company’s vision is to enrich society globally through innovative technology.

Modi Govt Mulls Relaxing Make-in-India Rules for Electronics & Telecom Sector

Narendra Modi-led central government is considering a significant shift in its local content policy for electronics and telecom products, potentially lowering the threshold required to qualify as a “Class-I” local supplier under the Public Procurement (Preference to Make in India) Order (PPP-MII). This move is being driven by challenges in achieving 50–60% local content due to India’s limited component.

Multinational corporations like Cisco and Ericsson have been lobbying for these changes, arguing that key components such as semiconductors and PCBs are not readily available from Indian suppliers. They’re pushing for design and software work done in India to count more heavily toward local content—even if the intellectual property remains foreign-owned.

Critics, including the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), warn that this could reduce India to a low-value assembly hub, discourage indigenous R&D, and disadvantage domestic firms like Tejas Networks and HFCL that have invested in local manufacturing and IP creation.

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has opened a public consultation on the proposed changes, inviting feedback until early July.

7 Colleges Showcase 100+ IPs and Over 50 Technologies in India’s 1st Nano Electronics Roadshow

• MeitY leading India’s semiconductor surge with innovation, 85,000 Skilled workforce and $100 Billion market by 2030: Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY
• Semiconductor roadshow unveils Next-Gen Chip design, Nanoelectronics breakthroughs and celebrates India's revolutionary startups

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in partnership with IISc Bengaluru, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Guwahati, successfully hosted India’s first Nano Electronics Roadshow on March 27, 2025, at the National Science Seminar Complex, IISc Bengaluru.

The Roadshow was inaugurated by Shri S Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, along with Shri Abhishek Singh, Addl. Secretary, MeitY.

This marked a significant milestone in India's vision of a self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem. The roadshow showcased over 100 intellectual properties (IPs), more than 50 groundbreaking technologies, and the innovation of over 35 promising startups—all backed by six state-of-the-art nanoelectronics centers across the country.

The event not only served as a platform for pivotal industry dialogues but also emerged as a hub for collaboration between the startup ecosystem and academia. This synergy aimed to accelerate the journey of cutting-edge technologies from labs to consumers’ reach.

The roadshow also facilitated the signing of 4 MoUs between the academia and the industry, driving partnerships and technological advancements- IISc with KAS Technologies and Antigone Solutions Private Limited, Center for Nano Science and Engineering with India Electronics & Semiconductor Association (IESA), and Madnani Chemdist Novatech LLP with Primary Healthtech Private Limited.

The roadshow represents a significant step forward in India’s semiconductor journey, showcasing the latest breakthroughs in chip design, fabrication, and nanoelectronics. Alongside, it also recognized and rewarded the innovative startups, celebrated for their exceptional contributions and transformative work in the sector.

With this, the event witnessed many startups coming forward and demonstrating technology that can revolutionize the Indian tech ecosystem. This event holds great significance in the semiconductor domain, as it paves the way for the development of more indigenous technologies aimed at addressing critical societal challenges.

Bringing together government officials, industry leaders, researchers, and startups, the event served as a catalyst to shape India’s next big leap in technology and innovation.

Utpal Shah, SVP, Tata Electronics; Anand Ramamoorthy, Micron; Govindan Rangarajan, Director, IISc; and Juzer Vasi, IIT Bombay. Other prominent dignitaries included Dr. V. Narayanan, Chair, ISRO; Rangesh Raghavan, India Head, Lam Research; V. Ramagopal Rao, VC, BITS Pilani; Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO, Anusandhan National Research Foundation, also present at the event.

Govt.'s 'Nano Electronics Roadshow' to Showcase Breakthroughs in Quantum Tech, Neuromorphic Computing, AI, Electronics and Indigenous Nanoelectronics Advancements

• MeitY to host 'Nano Electronics Roadshow and Conference on Semiconductor Ecosystem in India' at Bengaluru on March 27, 2025
• Grand roadshow to showcase breakthroughs in quantum technology, neuromorphic computing, AI, IT, electronics and indigenous nanoelectronics advancements

The Nanotechnology Initiatives Division of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, in partnership with IISc Bengaluru, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, IIT Delhi, IIT Kharagpur, and IIT Guwahati, will be organizing the Nano Electronics Roadshow and Conference on Semiconductor Ecosystem in India. The event is scheduled for March 27, 2025, starting from 9:00 AM onwards at the National Science Seminar Complex, IISc Bengaluru.

This initiative aims to bring together key stakeholders from government, industry, academia, strategic sectors, startups, and the VC ecosystem to drive innovation and collaboration in the segment.

Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, will grace the event as the Chief Guest in the august presence of our Guests of Honour— Abhishek Singh, Additional Secretary, MeitY; Dr. Shivkumar Kalyanaraman, CEO, Anusandhan National Research Foundation; Utpal Shah, Senior VP, Strategy and Business Development, Tata Electronics; Anand Ramamoorthy, Managing Director, Micron; V. Narayanan, Chair, ISRO.

Roadshow on tech innovations

The roadshow will encompass a diverse range of topics, including quantum technology, neuromorphic computing, opportunities in AI, IT, and electronics, as well as a showcase of indigenous advancements in nanoelectronics technology.

Speaking about the conference, Shri S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, said, “The Nanotechnology Roadshow is a very critical part of India’s pathway towards semiconductor self-sufficiency in the years to come. MeitY had promoted Nano science centres in 6 IITs and the Indian Institute of Science across the country in order to ensure that we have a dedicated team of scientists, technologists, and professionals in the semiconductor space built up over a period of time. Today we have an occasion to actually have many of the deep tech startups, many technology demonstrations, industries who have benefited from this programme coming together. Almost 50 technology demonstrations are being held, 25 deep-tech startups are participating who are specifically involved in the Nano Electronic space, 25 Venture Capitals will be participating alongside 25 more industries. We expect that this event will be the first of many more which will lead India in its part towards semiconductor self sufficiency and in line with the Prime Minister’s vision of a self-sufficient, self-reliant India under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).”

The roadshow will also serve as a platform for India's vibrant electronics startup ecosystem to showcase their innovations and pitch to an extensive network of Venture Capital firms, aiming to secure investment and accelerate growth.

With India's increasing focus on Atmanirbhar Bharat, this initiative underscores the Government's commitment to achieving self-reliance in electronics innovation and manufacturing. By fostering collaboration between industry and academia, the Ministry aims to cultivate a thriving ecosystem that encourages innovation and sustainable growth in the nanoelectronics sector.

Texas Instruments Unveils the World's Smallest Microcontroller (MCU), 38% Smaller Than current Smallest One

Texas Instruments has introduced the MSPM0C1104, the world's smallest microcontroller, measuring just 1.38 mm² —about the size of a black pepper flake. This innovation is 38% smaller than the current smallest microcontrollers, making it ideal for compact applications like medical wearables and personal electronics.

 

Size comparison between an MSPM0C1104 and a wireless earbud

Despite its tiny size, the MSPM0C1104 is packed with features, including:

• A 24 MHz Arm Cortex-M0+ processor.
• 16 KB of flash memory and 1 KB of SRAM.
• A 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with three channels.
• Compatibility with communication interfaces like UART, SPI, and I2C.
• Remarkable power efficiency, consuming only 87 μA/MHz when active.

This microcontroller is part of Texas Instruments' MSPM0 MCU portfolio, designed to optimize performance while minimizing board space. It’s priced competitively, starting at $0.16 per unit for bulk orders.

"In tiny systems such as earbuds and medical probes, board space is a scarce and valuable resource," said Vinay Agarwal, vice president and general manager of MSP Microcontrollers at TI. "With the addition of the world's smallest MCU, our MSPM0 MCU portfolio provides unlimited possibilities to enable smarter, more connected experiences in our day-to-day lives."

Applications

The MSPM0C1104 microcontroller, with its ultra-compact size and efficient features, is ideal for a variety of space-constrained and low-power applications. Here are some potential uses:

1. Medical Wearables: Devices like fitness trackers, glucose monitors, and hearing aids can benefit from its small size and low power consumption.
2. Personal Electronics: Compact gadgets such as earbuds, stylus pens, and electric toothbrushes can integrate this microcontroller to enhance functionality without increasing size.
3. Industrial Devices: Specialized tools requiring precise sensing and control, like portable diagnostic equipment or compact sensors, can leverage its capabilities.
4. IoT Devices: Internet of Things (IoT) applications, including smart home devices and environmental sensors, can utilize its efficient processing and communication interfaces.
5. Embedded Systems: Systems requiring minimal board space, such as drones or robotics, can incorporate this MCU for optimized performance.

Its affordability and robust feature set make it a versatile choice for engineers and developers working on innovative, space-saving designs.

In A Major Shift, India Now Exporting Apple Components To China And Vietnam

For the first time, India has started exporting electronic components for Apple products to China and Vietnam. This marks a notable shift in India's role within the global supply chain, transitioning from a net importer to an exporter of these components.

Thanks to Government of India's initiatives like Make in India and Product Linked Incentive (PLI), Apple suppliers like Motherson Group, Jabil, Aequs, and Tata Electronics are producing key components in India, contributing to the development of a local electronics manufacturing ecosystem. This initiative is part of Apple's broader strategy to diversify its supply chain and deepen domestic value addition in India.

This move is expected to boost India's electronics manufacturing sector and help the country achieve its component exports target of $35-40 billion by 2030. It's a fascinating example of how global supply chains are evolving and how strategic investments can reshape economic landscapes.

China and Vietnam, which have been major hubs for Apple's manufacturing, will now receive components from India for final assembly. This could lead to a reconfiguration of their supply chains and potentially reduce their reliance on other component suppliers.

Countries like Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, which are also significant players in the electronics manufacturing sector, might experience competitive pressure as India strengthens its position in the supply chain.

Moreover, for Apple, which is a US-based company, this shift aligns with its strategy to diversify its supply chain and reduce dependency on China. This move could also influence other US tech companies to explore similar strategies.

Domestically, this shift is expected to boost India's electronics manufacturing sector, create jobs, and attract further investments. It aligns with the Indian government's "Make in India" initiative and its goal to become a major electronics exporter.

PLI Scheme Drives Electronics Goods to Become 3rd on India's Top Export Items List

In a first, electronics goods have become the fastest-growing segment in India's export basket. This growth is largely driven by the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which has attracted global giants like Apple and Samsung to expand their production in India.

In the first eight months of FY25, electronics exports surged by 28% to $22.5 billion, moving up from the sixth position to the third spot among India's top export items. Smartphones alone accounted for a 45% increase, contributing significantly to this growth

As mentioned, electronics exports surged by 28% to $22.5 billion in the first 8 months of FY25, up from $17.66 billion during the same period in FY24. This remarkable growth has moved electronics goods from the sixth position to the third spot among India's top export items.

This development showcases India's growing capabilities in the electronics sector.

Smartphones have been a major driver of this growth, with exports increasing by 45% to $13.11 billion. Smartphones now account for 58% of total electronics exports, and this share is expected to reach 60-65% by the end of FY25.

The success of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme has attracted global giants like Apple, Samsung, Foxconn, Pegatron, and Tata Electronics to expand their production in India. This has significantly boosted smartphone exports.

Exports of consumer electronics, solar modules, desktops, and routers have also recorded significant growth.

With the establishment of semiconductor manufacturing capacities in India, electronics exports are expected to further accelerate. The Union Cabinet recently approved a proposal by Kaynes Semicon to set up a semiconductor unit in Sanand, Gujarat, with an investment of Rs 3,307 crore.

These developments highlight India's growing capabilities in the electronics sector and its potential to become a major player in the global electronics market.

Meanwhile, engineering goods, valued at $56.24 billion, continue to be the largest export category. Petroleum products, with worth $36.56 billion, hold the second spot.

Tata Group and US-based Analog Devices Ink MoU for Semiconductor Manufacturing in India

Tata Group and Analog Devices Inc (ADI), a global semiconductor leader, have announced a strategic alliance to explore potential cooperative manufacturing opportunities.

This collaboration involves Tata Electronics, Tata Motors, and Tejas Networks signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ADI to enhance strategic and business cooperation. 

The alliance aims to leverage ADI’s semiconductor solutions and Tata’s manufacturing capabilities to develop advanced products for various applications, including electric vehicles and network infrastructure

The companies also agree to have strategic roadmap alignment discussions.

The joint effort is expected to be mutually beneficial and is a significant step in establishing a robust electronics manufacturing ecosystem in India both for domestic and global consumption.

N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons, said, "The Tata Group is deeply committed to pioneering a thriving semiconductor industry in India. We are excited to partner with ADI across the semiconductor value chain and explore collaboration between ADI and Tata Group companies to design and offer advanced products to serve our customers."

"At ADI, we are thrilled to join efforts with the Tata Group in advancing India's semiconductor ecosystem. This joint effort aligns with our commitment to innovation and sustainable growth in the region. By combining our real-world semiconductor solutions and software expertise with Tata's vision and capabilities, we can accelerate the development of cutting-edge technologies, from electric vehicles to next-generation network infrastructure. Together, we are not only building a stronger semiconductor ecosystem but also shaping the future of global electronics manufacturing," said Vincent Roche, CEO and Chair at ADI.

Earlier, Tata Electronics announced that it is investing in its own facilities by building India's first fab in Dholera, Gujarat with a total investment of $11 billion. In addition, Tata Electronics will be investing another $3 billion in a greenfield facility in Jagiroad, Assam for the assembly and testing of semiconductor chips.

Tata Electronics and ADI intend to explore opportunities to manufacture ADI's products in Tata Electronics' fab in Gujarat and OSAT in Assam. Tata Motors and ADI intend to explore opportunities for engagement in electronics hardware components for energy storage solutions and power electronics in both commercial and passenger vehicle businesses. Tejas Networks and ADI intend to explore opportunities for engagement in electronics hardware components for network infrastructure.

Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI)'s India office is located in Bengaluru, where it engages in various activities, including research and development, customer support, and business operations.

ADI conducts extensive research and development (R&D) in India, primarily through its facility in Bengaluru. This center, consisting of around 300 engineers, is one of ADI’s top global design hubs and focuses on developing cutting-edge technologies and solutions for various markets. The company develops advanced semiconductor solutions for electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and other automotive applications.

Kolkata Scientists at SNBNCBS Develop Unique Transistor for Faster, Greener Electronics

Scientists at the S. N. Bose National Centre for Basic Sciences (SNBNCBS), Kolkata, which is Under Department of Science and Technology (DST), Govt. of India, have developed a unique transistor using single molecules, controlled by mechanical forces rather than traditional electrical signals. This innovative approach, known as the mechanically controllable break junction (MCBJ), involves creating a sub-nanometer gap in a metal wire to accommodate a single molecule like ferrocene.

A transistor is a fundamental component in modern electronics, used to amplify or switch electronic signals and electrical power. It is used in various devices, including computers, smartphones, and amplifiers, making them crucial for modern technology.

The transistor's performance is influenced by the orientation of the ferrocene molecules between electrodes, which can either enhance or diminish electrical conductivity. This breakthrough could lead to advancements in quantum information processing, ultra-compact electronics, and low-power molecular devices.

Dr. Atindra Nath Pal and Biswajit Pabi, in collaboration with their team, conducted experiments and discovered that the orientation of ferrocene molecules between silver electrodes significantly affects the transistor's performance. Depending on the molecular orientation, the device can either enhance or diminish electrical conductivity through the junction, underscoring the importance of molecular geometry in transistor design.

Going forward, the scientists at SNBNCBS explored gold electrodes with ferrocene at room temperature. This combination resulted in a surprisingly low resistance, nearly five times the quantum of resistance (around 12.9 kΩ), but significantly lower than the typical resistance of a molecular junction (around 1 MΩ). This suggests the possibility of creating low-power molecular devices.

It's a breakthrough development for the future of electronics, making them faster and more energy-efficient.

How does the mechanically gated transistor work?

Mechnical gating response of Ferrocene molecule connected between two silver electrodes

The mechanically gated transistor operates by using mechanical forces to control the flow of electrical current through a single molecule. Here's a simplified breakdown of how it works:

1. Mechanically Controllable Break Junction (MCBJ): This technique involves creating a tiny gap in a metal wire, just large enough to fit a single molecule. This gap is controlled mechanically, often by bending the wire.

2. Single Molecule Placement: A molecule, such as ferrocene, is placed in this gap. The molecule acts as the active component of the transistor.

3. Mechanical Force Application: By applying mechanical forces (e.g., stretching or compressing the wire), the orientation and position of the molecule can be altered.

4. Conductivity Modulation: The electrical conductivity between the electrodes is influenced by the molecule's orientation. When the molecule is aligned in a certain way, it can either enhance or reduce the flow of electrons, effectively acting as a switch.

5. Signal Control: Unlike traditional transistors that use electrical signals to control current flow, this transistor uses mechanical forces, which can lead to lower power consumption and potentially faster switching speeds.

This innovative approach could pave the way for more energy-efficient and compact electronic devices.

Molecular structure of Ferrocene

L&T Semiconductor and C-DAC Collab to Create Make-In-India Integrated Circuits, SoCs and ESDM Solutions for Global Market

L&T Semiconductor Technologies (LTSCT) recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC).

This strategic collaboration aims to drive indigenization efforts and accelerate innovation in areas of mutual interest. Specifically, they will focus on creating Make-in-India Integrated Circuit (IC) / System-on-Chip (SoC) and Electronics System Design & Manufacturing (ESDM) solutions for automotive, industrial, and energy applications.

By reducing reliance on electronic imports, this partnership contributes to strengthening India's economic foundation. Kudos to both organizations for fostering innovation and positioning India as a leader in the semiconductor sector.

By focusing on Make-in-India ICs and SoCs, the collaboration aims to reduce dependency on imports, fostering a more self-reliant semiconductor ecosystem.

Moreover, the focus on automotive, industrial, and energy applications means that critical sectors will benefit from advanced, locally-produced semiconductor solutions, enhancing their efficiency and competitiveness.

The partnership will likely spur innovation and research in advanced semiconductor technologies, positioning India as a hub for cutting-edge developments in this field.

Enhanced local manufacturing and design capabilities can lead to job creation and economic growth, contributing to India’s GDP.

Congratulating both the organisations, Dr Sunita Verma, Group Coordinator, (R&D E&IT) from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeiTY), said: “The signing of this MoU between L&T Semiconductor Technologies and C-DAC indicates the Government’s commitment to fostering public-private partnerships that drive innovation and economic growth. This collaboration not only underscores the importance of indigenisation in the semiconductor sector but also paves the way for India to take a leadership role on the global stage. We look forward to the transformative impact that this partnership will have on the nation’s technological landscape.”

Mr Magesh E, Director General – C-DAC, highlighted that the collaboration will significantly boost the semiconductor industry and strengthen the Digital India RISC-V (DIR-V) ecosystem. “The partnership in developing Vega based indigenous ICs and SoCs is set to accelerate the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by enabling the development of cutting-edge products and solutions for automotive, industrial, ICT infrastructure and the energy sectors. With a shared vision and the capability to deliver world-class solutions, this collaboration is expected to break new ground in semiconductor and related domains,” he said.

Mr Sandeep Kumar, Chief Executive – LTSCT, said: “This collaboration, led by LTSCT, will create a powerful commercialisation programme for advanced technologies created by C-DAC in semiconductor design & development, embedded software, open-source OS, HPC and power systems. C-DAC’s deep pipeline of indigenous IPs, including the VEGA processor, application design and FPGA validation will be turned into global product opportunities by LTSCT. The joint efforts are anticipated to yield innovative products and solutions that will benefit diverse sectors of the Indian economy while significantly enhancing the nation’s technological capabilities and positioning India as a leader in each of the sectors.”

Dixon Technologies to Acquire Upto 56% Stake in Ismartu India for Over Rs 238.36 Crore

Noida-based Electronics manufacturing Service provider Dixon Technologies has entered into a share purchase agreement to acquire a significant stake in Ismartu India. Dixon will acquire up to 56% equity in Ismartu in two tranches, it said in an exchange filing.

The acquisition will be carried out in two tranches, with Dixon initially acquiring a 50.10% stake. Ismartu India, known for its brands 'Itel', 'Infinix', and 'Tecno', is a leader in the feature phones segment in India and has three manufacturing facilities in Noida.

The first tranche of the acquisition, amounting to Rs 238.36 crore, is expected to be completed within 90 days from the date of the agreement, subject to certain conditions including approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI).

Dixon also has the rights to acquire an additional stake of between 1.60% to 5.90% in Ismartu India in the financial year 2026-27.

This strategic move aligns with Dixon Technologies' growth plans in the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) sector and aims to capitalize on the expanding Indian EMS industry.

Dixon Technologies is an Indian electronics manufacturing services company, based in Noida. It is a contract manufacturer of televisions, washing machines, smartphones, LED bulbs, battens, downlighters and CCTV security systems for companies such as Samsung, Xiaomi, Panasonic and Philips.