STARTUP/TECHNOLOGY EyeROV Presents Underwater Drones To World Leaders At BRICS Summit

EyeROV, a Kerala-based deep-tech startup, showcased its underwater drones to world leaders at the recently concluded BRICS Summit in New Delhi. Co-founder and CEO Johns T Mathai demonstrated the company’s Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) technology, highlighting applications in infrastructure inspection, defence, maritime security and scientific research. Focus on underwater inspection Dams, bridges, ports and offshore […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG MALAYALI Beer Wins World Beer Awards Recognition For All Products

Polish-origin beverage brand MALAYALI Beer has received World Beer Awards recognition for every product in its portfolio, with three Silver awards at the 2026 edition of the global competition. MALAYALI Power received Silver in the Strong Beer category, while MALAYALI Habibi 0.0% won Silver in the No & Low Alcohol category and another Silver for […]

CW Bureau · Sep 17, 2026

INFRASTRUCTURE Cochin Shipyard To Form JV With DDW, Dubai For Ship Repair Facility

Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) will form a 50:50 joint venture with DDW to own, operate and manage its International Ship Repair Facility (ISRF) at Willingdon Island, Kochi. The joint venture company will be incorporated as a private limited company under the Companies Act, 2013, with its registered office in Kochi. It will not be listed […]

CW Bureau · Sep 9, 2026

HOSPITALITY Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels Aims For 85 Hotels, 6,635 Keys By FY30

Apeejay Surrendra Park Hotels is targeting 85 hotels and 6,635 keys by FY30 as it steps up expansion across business, leisure and pilgrimage destinations, with Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities emerging as key growth markets. The company currently operates 42 hotels with 2,677 keys and plans to add 12 hotels and 472 keys in […]

CW Bureau · Sep 5, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG AJC Jewel Manufacturers To Acquire 80% Stake In UAE Jewellery Unit

AJC Jewel Manufacturers Ltd is set to acquire an 80% stake in AJC Jewel Manufacturers (FZC), Sharjah, UAE, for ₹9.60 crore through a non-cash share swap, giving the listed company majority ownership of its international jewellery manufacturing operation. The UAE entity, which is engaged in precious metal jewellery manufacturing, reported revenue of ₹128 crore in […]

CW Bureau · Sep 4, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG United Breweries Expands Heineken Silver Brand To Three More States

United Breweries Ltd, part of the Heineken company, has expanded Heineken Silver across Kerala, Odisha and Madhya Pradesh, building on the brand’s momentum in markets where it is already available. The expansion comes amid growing consumer demand for premium and international beer experiences, with consumers increasingly seeking products that combine quality, refreshment and distinctive taste. […]

CW Bureau · Aug 25, 2026

ECONOMY Kerala Seeks Support Of Centre On Healthcare, Rail And Mullaperiyar

Kerala has pressed for greater cooperative federalism and stronger Centre-state coordination on healthcare funding, infrastructure, environmental protection and regional security at the Southern Zonal Council meeting chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Mahabalipuram. Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan raised a range of state-specific concerns at the meeting, including the Mullaperiyar dam, healthcare […]

CW Bureau · Aug 20, 2026

AUTO Bajaj Auto Expands Chetak Network To 103 Touchpoints In Kerala

Two- and three-wheeler manufacturer Bajaj Auto Ltd has expanded Chetak’s retail and service network in Kerala to 103 touchpoints, strengthening the electric scooter’s availability across the State as its customer base crosses 50,000 owners. The network has grown from just two outlets when Chetak entered Kerala and now comprises 18 Chetak Experience Centres and 85 […]

CW Bureau · Aug 20, 2026

GENERAL Kerala’s Maharani Creates World’s Largest Rangoli With Sarees

Kerala-based Maharani Wedding Collections has created the world’s largest Saree Pookkalam (rangoli made with sarees), earning recognition from the Universal Records Forum (URF). The 2,000-square-foot installation, displayed at Forum Mall, Kochi, was created using 2,100 sarees sourced from across India as part of the company’s Onam celebrations. Celebrating India’s textile heritage The record-setting Saree Pookkalam […]

CW Bureau · Aug 4, 2026

RETAIL/FMCG Orkla India Banks On MTR & Eastern To Build Future Ready Food Company

Orkla India Ltd, a leading multi-category food company, is strengthening its packaged foods business by expanding its flagship MTR and Eastern brands, accelerating international growth, investing in artificial intelligence (AI) and enhancing distribution capabilities. MTR has a strong presence in convenience foods and spices, particularly in Karnataka, while Eastern is a leading spices brand in […]

CW Team · Jul 26, 2026

HOSPITALITY ITC Hotels To Acquire 130-Key Welcomhotel Ahmedabad For ₹155 Cr

ITC Hotels Ltd has signed a definitive agreement to acquire 100% stake in GHK Hospitality and Infrastructures Ltd (GHK), which owns the 130-key Welcomhotel Ahmedabad. The acquisition will be completed at an enterprise value of ₹155 crore on a debt-free and cash-free basis through a combination of primary subscription and secondary purchase of GHK’s equity […]

CW Bureau · Jul 16, 2026

BANKING & FINANCE Tata Capital Buys 89% In Yogloans For ₹318 Cr, Enters Gold Loan Space

Tata Capital Ltd (TCL), the flagship financial services company of the Tata Group, has approved the acquisition of a majority stake in Kerala-based Yogakshemam Loans Ltd (Yogloans), marking its entry into India’s fast-growing gold loan segment. The proposed all-cash transaction will see Tata Capital acquire approximately 88.6% of the issued and paid-up share capital of […]

CW Bureau · Jul 13, 2026