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Swiss drug manufacturer Lonza picks Hyderabad for its global capability centre
Lonza, a 1897-founded contract manufacturer with 30-plus sites worldwide, announced in March 2026 that it would set up a capability centre in Hyderabad.
BUSINESS11 Oct 2026
Two more global capability centres open in Hyderabad
London's GI Outsourcing and US-based Cohere Health opened capability centres in the city in February 2026, with plans to grow to roughly 200 and 350 staff respectively.
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From Chasing Toddlers to Chasing Celebrations: How a Mother’s Struggle Inspired Hyderabad’s First Event Childcare Startup
Sravya Vagolu’s startup, Giggle & Guard, is helping parents—especially mothers—finally enjoy weddings, parties, and corporate events while keeping their little ones safe and entertained. For most parents in Hyderabad, receiving a grand wedding invite brings a familiar mix of excitement and quiet dread. The glittering decor, the mouth-watering food stall spread, and the reunion with…
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Hyderabad to Host World’s First ‘Swiss Mall’
How a high-stakes meeting at Davos 2026 is bringing Swiss luxury, sports excellence, and global retail to the heart of Telangana. The skyline of Hyderabad is no stranger to ambition, but the latest news from the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 in Davos suggests a transformation that is truly "first-of-its-kind." Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth…
Telangana pledges full support for establishing film studios in Bharat Future City.
Actors Arjun Kapoor, Ritesh Deshmukh, director Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, and several others took part in a session titled “The Creative Century: India’s Soft Power and The Future of Entertainment. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy announced support for new film studios at Bharat Future City, assuring filmmakers complete facilities to produce their projects in the state. Telangana…
Hyderabad: ATGC Biotech Teams Up with Israel’s Luxemburg Industries for Groundbreaking Partnership
Hyderabad: Genome Valley-based ATGC Biotech, pioneers in pheromone and semiochemical-based crop protection, announced on Monday, December 8, the launch of Semiophore Ltd. — a 50:50 Indo-Israeli joint venture with Luxembourg Industries Ltd.
PM Modi Inaugurates Skyroot’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad, Unveils Orbital Rocket Vikram-I
Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated Skyroot Aerospace’s Infinity Campus in Hyderabad, calling it a major milestone for India’s fast-growing private space ecosystem. The new campus is a state-of-the-art facility of about 2,00,000 square feet, built to design, develop, integrate, and test multiple launch vehicles, with the capacity to build up to one orbital rocket…
Exploring Hyderabad’s Top Shopping Malls
Hyderabad is a vibrant city known for its rich history, modern infrastructure, and fast growing urban lifestyle. From historic monuments to tech hubs and luxury malls, the city blends culture and progress in a unique way. Inorbit Mall, Hitech City Located in the heart of Hitech City’s technology district, Inorbit Mall is one of…
Sridhar Babu says Telangana is on track to become India’s leading aero-engine hub.
Hyderabad: Telangana IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu announced on Saturday, November 15, that Hyderabad is set to become India’s aero-engine hub by 2030. Sridhar Babu made the remarks during his visit to the Tata–Safran aero-engine facility at Adibatla, developed with an investment of Rs 425 crore and recently made operational. He added that Telangana will soon…
Two-Day TiE Hyderabad Entrepreneurship Summit to Ignite Startup Innovation from October 31
Hyderabad is set to host the much-anticipated TiE Hyderabad Entrepreneurship Summit (HES 2025) from October 31 to November 1 at HITEX, Madhapur. This flagship two-day event will bring together over 1,500 startups, investors, industry experts, and ecosystem partners from across India and beyond, making it one of the largest entrepreneurship gatherings in the region. The…
Hyderabad Comic Con 2025: A Pop Culture Extravaganza Unleashed
Hyderabad gets ready for the ultimate pop-culture celebration as Comic Con India kicks off its 13th edition at HITEX Exhibition Centre from October 31 to November 2, 2025. This year, the festival joins forces with DreamHack India, promising fans of comics, gaming, anime, and entertainment three days of non-stop excitement and creativity. What’s New in…
Hyderabad-based space-tech startup Stardour has successfully test-fired India’s first hydrogen-oxygen propulsion system.
Hyderabad: Stardour, a stealth-mode Indian space-tech startup, has successfully test-fired the country’s first in-house developed hydrogen-oxygen propulsion engine at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.
Evernorth names Prashanti Bodugum as the new Head of its Hyderabad Innovation Hub.
Hyderabad: Evernorth Health Services, the pharmacy, care, and benefits solutions division of The Cigna Group, has appointed Prashanti Reddy Bodugum as the Head of Evernorth India (Hyderabad Innovation Hub).
The Telangana government and MEIL have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for three projects.
Hyderabad: On Tuesday, the state government signed memoranda of understanding (MoUs) with Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Limited (MEIL) to establish three major projects, with a combined investment of Rs. 13,000 crore, at the World Economic Forum in Davos. MEIL, a Hyderabad-based infrastructure company, will develop a 2,160 MW pumped storage project with a proposed investment…
Lilly to set up a new Global Capability Center in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Hyderabad: Eli Lilly and Company, a leading multinational pharmaceutical firm, announced on Thursday its plans to establish a new Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad. Named Lilly Capability Centre India (LCCI) Hyderabad, the facility will initially focus on enhancing Lilly’s expertise in automation, artificial intelligence, software product engineering, and cloud computing.
The International Startup Festival 2024 in Hyderabad will take place at ESCI, Gachibowli.
Hyderabad: The International Startup Festival (ISF) 2024 will take place at the Engineering Staff College of India (ESCI) in Gachibowli from September 26 to 28. The event will feature participants from over 15 countries, including the USA, Canada, the UK, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, the UAE, and eight European nations. The International Startup Festival (ISF)…
Revanth Reddy’s ’East India Company’ has now been included in the government’s list of approved contractors.
Hyderabad: Not long ago, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, then TPCC president, labeled Megha Engineering and Infrastructure Limited (MEIL) as the ’East India Company,’ accusing the firm of "looting the state through commissions." In a twist of events, the same company has now been shortlisted as the lowest bidder for Revanth Reddy’s flagship project, the…
Hyderabad surpasses Bengaluru on the Hurun India Rich List 2024, claiming the third spot with 18 billionaires.
Hyderabad: Hyderabad has achieved a notable position on the Hurun India Rich List 2024, ranking among the top 10 Indian cities. With 17 entrants, the city has surpassed Bengaluru for the first time, securing the third spot on the list, while Mumbai and New Delhi take the top two positions in terms of new additions.
The Hilife Exhibition is set to highlight fashion, luxury, and glamour in style.
Hyderabad: Hilife Exhibition – The Nation’s Most Loved Fashion Showcase Get ready to be captivated as the "Hilife Exhibition" returns to Hyderabad with its much-anticipated September Special. This premier event will feature an exquisite collection of the latest fashion trends, lifestyle products, festive essentials, and wedding shopping must-haves. Mark your calendars for the 4th, 5th,…
Cognizant has inaugurated its new campus in Hyderabad.
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inaugurated IT giant Cognizant’s new campus at Kokapet in Hyderabad on Wednesday. Spread across 10 lakh sq.ft, the state-of-the-art campus is set to employ around 15,000 people, making Hyderabad Cognizant’s largest base globally. Founded in Chennai in 1994, Cognizant launched its Hyderabad operations in 2002 and now boasts five…
The foundation stone for Cognizant’s new Hyderabad campus will be laid today.
Hyderabad: Cognizant, the second-largest IT employer in Telangana, is set to lay the foundation stone for its new 1 million square foot campus on Wednesday, August 14. The new campus, projected to generate 15,000 jobs, will focus on cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), digital engineering, and cloud solutions. Cognizant’s decision…
CM Revanth Reddy invites US firms to invest in ‘future State’ of Telangana
Hyderabad: Telangana will soon earn the title of ‘The Future State,’ thanks to transformative projects like the AI City, Net Zero Future City, and the extensive reimagining of Hyderabad, stated Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. He made these remarks while addressing CEOs of tech unicorns at an AI business roundtable hosted by the Indian Consulate…
Leading biotech firm Amgen is set to establish a new site in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Amgen, a leading American multinational biotechnology company, has announced plans to open a new technology and innovation site named Amgen India in Hyderabad. The site, set to be located in HITEC City, will boost Amgen’s global digital capabilities and support the advancement of its medicine pipeline. This announcement followed a meeting between Chief Minister…
Airbus and Tata have signed a deal to establish an H125 helicopter assembly line in southern India.
Hyderabad: Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) and Airbus Helicopters have formalized a contract to establish an H125 final assembly line (FAL) in India. This facility will be the first instance of the private sector setting up a helicopter assembly plant in the country. The FAL will produce Airbus’ best-selling H125 helicopter for the Indian market…
Get a Taste of the Tropics with Hyderabad’s New Maldives-Style Getaway
Hyderabad introduces its own piece of Maldivian paradise with the newly unveiled Tripura Resort. Now, you can treat your loved ones to a summer getaway at this Maldives-themed resort in Hyderabad, offering a taste of the Maldivian experience without the hefty price tag. Situated on the Shankarpally-Chevella Road, Tripura Resort spans across six acres of…
Hyderabad’s RGIA Ranks Fourth Busiest in India for Passenger Traffic
Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) has achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the fourth position among India’s busiest airports based on passenger footfall. In the fiscal year 2023-24, RGIA served an impressive total of 250,422,282 passengers, encompassing both domestic and international travelers.
Radisson has launched a new luxury brand with the opening of a hotel in Hyderabad.
On Wednesday, Radisson Hotel Group announced the launch of its luxury lifestyle brand, Radisson Collection, in India. The first 300-key hotel under this brand will be located in Hyderabad and will be operational by 2026. The brand was initially introduced globally in 2018 and currently has around 50 properties worldwide. According to Elie Younes, Radisson’s…
A school in Singapore has acquired Glendale Academy in Hyderabad for 400 crore rupees.
HYDERABAD: Another prominent school chain in Hyderabad, Glendale Academy, has been acquired by an international entity for a reported sum of Rs 350 to Rs 400 crore. This move puts Glendale Academy in the same league as Oakridge International, Sancta Maria, and Chirec International, which have previously entered into ’strategic partnerships’ with global institutions. According…
In Hyderabad, Infinity Reach, a digital marketing agency, places great emphasis on promoting inclusion and diversity.
Diversity is a term used to describe the inclusion of people with different origins, experiences, and points of view in the workplace. It includes many different facets of diversity, including, but not limited to, color, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, handicap, and socioeconomic status. When individuals from various backgrounds and experiences get together, they…
The winners of the Academic Grand Challenge have been announced by T-AIM.
Hyderabad: In partnership with Wells Fargo, the Telangana AI Mission declared the victors of the nationwide Academic Grand Challenge on Friday. In collaboration with NASSCOM, the Telangana AI Mission, an initiative of the State government, announced that the challenge attracted more than 5,000 team entries from over 15,000 students representing 500 colleges and universities across…
KTR announces Welspun group’s plan to invest INR 5,000 crore in various sectors
Hyderabad: Telangana has secured another significant investment as Welspun India Limited, a leading global player in home textiles, announced on Wednesday its plan to invest up to Rs 5,000 crore to establish industrial units across various sectors in the state. In addition, it will establish an IT/ITeS centre in Chandanvelly, adding to the Rs 2,000…
Bristol Myers Squibb is planning to set up a facility in Hyderabad.
Hyderabad has been chosen by Bristol Myers Squibb, one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical firms, to establish its Science, Technology and Innovation Centre, further bolstering the city’s position as a life sciences hub. With an investment of $100 million (approximately Rs 820 crore) and the creation of 1,500 jobs, the Centre is expected to be…
Life Science Companies Relocate from China to Hyderabad
Hyderabad: In the past three years, there has been a significant increase in the life sciences industry in Telangana, particularly in Hyderabad, with companies from various countries, including China, considering it as a favorable location for their businesses. Thanks to the timely approvals by the state government and the customized infrastructure at Genome Valley in…
"Exploring the Vibrant World of Hyderabad’s Numaish: An Insight into the All India Industrial Exhibition"
Numaish: A Journey Through the All India Industrial Exhibition Every year, the bustling city of Hyderabad, India, transforms into a hub of creativity and innovation as the All India Industrial Exhibition, also known as Numaish, takes place. This annual event has been a fixture in the city since 1938 and is one of the largest…
This Hyderabad startup aims to deliver quality drinking water to your doorstep
Satish Kumar Mohapatra and R Nikhil Kumar faced challenges in gaining access to quality drinking water when they migrated to other cities for work. Staying away from family, the college friends, like any other migrating youth, usually relied on vendors to deliver water for drinking purposes. But, sometimes the vendors did not deliver water on…
Did you know that there is a Home in Hyderabad where everyone is Welcome?
Surya Prakash The idea of “Open House/Andari Illu”, is too good to be true. Most useful and utility to all the passer-by. The concept generated from the minds of Mr. and Mrs (Doctors) Surya Prakash and Kameswari is well applauded. Most people take shelter, cook food, read, relax, take rest and proceed on their works.
Tired of looking for Internships in the Wrong Place? Check out Widhya
Rishabh Singh Widhya In conversation with Rishabh Singh, the Co-Founder of Widhya. As aspiring professionals, we are all caught in the paradoxical loop. We need the experience to get a job and a job to get experience. The only way to get experience as a fresher is through internships and even they are so hard…
Powering E-Mobility for a Sustainable Future
Siddhartha Durairajan Cellestial E-mobility Cellestial E-Mobility believes green is the new Innovation and they are powering E-Mobility for a sustainable future. They carve out smart solutions in automotive, through designing and manufacturing vehicles which are powered by renewable and non-renewable sourced energy to prevail sustainability.
Invest with the Power of Artificial Intelligence
Sankarsh Chanda Savart Here’s the story of Sankarsh Chanda, a nineteen years old Hyderabad based entrepreneur who founded the fintech startup Savart, a company that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning technology to help you make smart stock investments. He started investing at the young age of 14. Initially, he asked his sister to let…
There is nothing stronger than a woman who has rebuilt herself!
Madhuri Vardhinedi This story narrates the awe-inspiring journey of Madhuri Vardhinedi, an accomplished entrepreneur and a renowned karate athlete, and was awarded the Black belt in Shotokan Karate at the age of 42. She co-founded Ennoble Technologies, an IT startup based out of Hyderabad in 2016, at the age of 38. She is an established…
Inspiring millions through Storytelling
Here’s the story of a Hyderabadi girl who’s on a mission to inspire and touch zillions by storytelling. At the young age of 22, Jyothi has released 6 bestselling publications in India and has contributed to many anthology books. Her debut book, ‘Sensation of a Soul’ had set her standards in the writing industry and…
Suman Saraf – Steel Tycoon of Hyderabad
Company: Radha TMT Key People: Suman Saraf Suman Saraf is a visionary pioneer who has shaped the steel industry of Hyderabad with his strong business acumen and entrepreneurial spirit. He is a second-generation entrepreneur who transformed Radha TMT into a national brand and one of the leading steel manufacturing companies by incorporating innovative ideas that…
Proving Ageism to be just a Myth from the age of 12
Kanthi Dutt This is the story of a 20-year-old boy who breaks all traditional stereotypes set by our society. Ageism is a fantasy that proves Hyderabad-based entrepreneur turned author, Kanthi Dutt who started his career at the age of 12. He is an entrenched businessman and a proud CEO of Spartans Media, a branding solution…
Co-working Space in the Heart of the City
Tarun Mor CoKarma In this fast-paced corporate life that we all live in, having a comfortable lifestyle and a world-class work environment is every individual’s dream. While we thrive to succeed, coworking spaces act as a catalyst in nurturing the work ecosystem and enhancing the economy of our nation. Ever since the Hyderabadi startup culture…
Securing The World’s Global Village, Internet
Venu Rao WeSecure App The Internet is the world’s global village! The Internet empowers everyone equally and reduces all nature and man-made barriers, making our world a small and connected place. The world of Internet has shaped most of us and changed our lifestyles, while we may or may not realize it’s influence on us.
Bringing Global and Social Together
Sukhendra Reddy Rompally Chezuba While today’s generation is accustomed to utilizing their time, money, and skills for personal growth and benefit, but the happiness we achieve from contributing to society is often underestimated. Yes, you guessed it right, we are hinting towards volunteerism. We bring you Chezuba, an online volunteering platform that allows users from…
Meet One of the Best Cosmetologists in Hyderabad
Dr. Syed Shazia Fatima Do you miss getting dressed up for the day? Do you miss getting compliments for looking good? Not just you, but collectively we all do! The COVID-19 pandemic has made us change our routines, schedules, and most importantly our outfits. Today masks have become a part of our lives and we…
A Sustainable Future Using Bamboo
Prashant Lingam Bamboo House India It all began around 13 years ago, while a couple from Hyderabad were looking for eco-friendly furniture set for their home which made them want to enter into the bamboo world when they happened to visit Tripura. They got the idea of starting a business that builds bamboo houses. Very…
Drivers on Demand: Hopp
Shivraj Rajeshwaran HOPP Hyderabad’s first on-demand driver service for consumers and businesses, Hopp, is a company that provides you with experienced, trained and background verified drivers to pick and drop you at your location, be it any occasion. Over the past year, the firm has incrementally improved its margins at the same time managing to…
Sky’s The Limit? Is It?
Pawan Kumar Chandana Skyroot Skyroot Aerospace successfully test-fires rocket engine ’Raman’. Skyroot Aerospace is the first privately held company in India to build a homegrown upper-stage rocket engine. They named the engine ’Raman’ after the Nobel laureate Sir C.V. Raman. The latest rocket engine developed by Skyroot, Raman is the first 100 percent 3D printed…
GVK Reddy on the Motivation behind his Charitable Causes
Infrastructure giant and long-time philanthropist, GVK Reddy has given back to various stratas of society—from sport to the underprivileged. What experiences in your life contributed to you supporting charitable causes?“I basically come from a village background and have seen the suffering of people from hunger, illiteracy, diseases, etc. I always felt that I should help…
