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K. P. Sasi Nair

Articles by K. P. Sasi Nair

India’s Rare Earth Paradox: Rich In Reserves, Poor In Supply Chains

Mumbai: India, despite sitting on one of the world’s richest troves of rare earth minerals, finds itself caught in a paradox. With an estimated 6.9 million tonnes of reserves, placing it fifth globally, but the country continues to rely heavily on China for critical electric vehicle (EV) components. The irony is stark: the natural wealth

Trump Tariff Looms Large Over Indian Copper And Pharma Exports

Mumbai: Uncertainty looms large on India’s trade relations with the US, with copper and pharmaceutical industries likely to bear the brunt as US President Donald Trump issues a fresh salvo of threats as a move to protect American interests. The Trump administration plans to impose a 50% tariff on copper and up to 200% on

Modi’s Global South Odyssey: Strengthening India’s Footprint in Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil and Namibia

Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s five-nation tour from July 2 to 9, 2025, has emerged as one of the most ambitious diplomatic initiatives of his tenure, signalling a robust strategic outreach to the Global South. With visits to Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Brazil, and Namibia, the trip not only revived long-dormant bilateral ties but

Odisha Emerges as India’s Semiconductor Design Vanguard

Mumbai: In a significant yet understated shift in the country’s tech landscape, Odisha is carving out a pivotal role in India’s chip design and semiconductor future. A recent YouTube feature, “How Odisha is Changing India’s Semiconductor Chip Design Future,” highlights the state’s rapid transformation into a centre for innovation in chip design, challenging traditional hubs

Democracy Enchained: Goa Governor Warns Against Forgetting the Emergency

Mumbai: In an emotionally charged gathering that blended historical reckoning with civic reflection, Goa Governor P. S. Sreedharan Pillai launched his latest book Democracy Enchained, Nation Disgraced: Dark Days of India’s Emergency, in Thiruvananthapuram, urging the nation not to forget the pain and lessons of the Emergency (1975–77). The event, held at the Thycaud Guest

Kalpataru’s ₹1,590 Cr IPO Sees Strong Debut With IndiaLaw LLP Counsel

Mumbai: In a significant development for India’s real estate sector, Kalpataru Limited, a well-established Mumbai-based developer, successfully raised ₹1,590 crore through its Initial Public Offering (IPO), marking a strong response from both institutional and retail investors. The IPO, which opened for subscription in late June and closed with an overall subscription of 2.26 times, saw

How MSMEs Can Embrace Low-Cost Automation

Mumbai: Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of India’s manufacturing and services sector, and are presently at an important crossroads. Faster delivery, precision and scale, and low-cost automation (LCA) are highly important for MSMEs to overcome the challenges of high input costs and low profit margins. Industrial automation needs huge investments but

Jewellery Retailer Launches Manufacturing Unit, Set to Produce 4.7 Tonnes Gold And 1.8 Lakh Carat Diamond Jewellery

Mumbai: Jewellery retailer Malabar Gold & Diamonds launched its state-of-the-art, fully integrated jewellery manufacturing unit, in Hyderabad, Telangana. The new facility will produce over 4.7 tonnes of gold and 1.8 lakh carats of diamond jewellery, annually. The General Park unit was officially inaugurated by Chief Minister of Telangana, Sri Revanth Reddy in the presence of Malabar

80 Lakh Rupees Donated for Rehabilitation of Wayanad Landslide Survivors

Mumbai: The city-based charitable organisation ‘Care for Mumbai’, managed by the Malayali diaspora, has handed over a cheque of ₹80 lakhs to the Chief Minister of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, to support the rehabilitation of survivors of the Chooralmala landslide disaster in Mundakkai, Wayanad. The amount will fund the construction of four houses in the government-planned

Navabharat Lifetime Achievement Award Conferred on Dr Omman David

Mumbai: Dr Omman David, a prominent figure in the field of education, was honoured with the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award instituted by leading Marathi dailies in Mumbai. The award was presented by Shri Naresh Mhaske, Member of Parliament and former Mayor of Thane, as part of the Navabharat–Navarashtra Sanman Ceremony. The award ceremony, held at