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US Tariffs Threaten Growth of India’s Medical Device Industry The U.S. government has announced new reciprocal tariffs on around 60 countries, a historic move aimed at countering high global duties on American products. As part of this measure, Indian medical device exports to the U.S. will now face a steep 26% tariff, raising concerns about potential disruptions to the sector. On Thursday, the Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMeD) expressed...

Sany India Piling Rigs Complete 2,523 Piles for Bengaluru Metro SANY India, a leading construction equipment manufacturer, has reaffirmed its technological excellence and reliability in large-scale infrastructure projects with a key contribution to Bengaluru Metro’s expansion. The company’s advanced piling rigs played a pivotal role in the efficient and timely completion of the piling phase for Bengaluru Metro Rail Corporation Limited’s (BMRCL) Phase 2A – Package 2 project. Executed by Shankaranarayana...

Indian Manufacturers Oppose Gujarat Govt’s Stent Pricing Policy The Gujarat government has issued a notification introducing a new pricing structure for stents under the Ayushman Bharat health insurance scheme. According to the order, stents approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) will be priced at Rs. 25,000 per unit, while those approved by the Indian drug regulator will cost significantly less—Rs.12,000 per unit. Currently, all drug-eluting stents (DES),...

ELECTROMECHANICAL SOLENOID INTERLOCK 2.0 It doesn’t always have to be electronics. When selecting solenoid interlocks, an electromechanical switching device can be either sufficient or even better, depending on the application profile. This is shown by the example of a compact and universally applicable series from Schmersal, which has been revised and is now available in a new model version. The task is clear: solenoid interlocks are designed keep  a  guard  door ...

ABB delivers integrated automation & digital technology for India’s largest pipeline network of IndianOil ABB India has successfully delivered an integrated scope of advanced automation and digital solutions for Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.’s (IndianOil) countrywide oil and gas pipeline network. Spanning over 20,000 kilometers across multiple states in India, transporting 125 million metric tonnes of oil and 49 million metric standard cubic meters of gas annually. ABB’s solutions will be at...

Qlar opens new Pulverizer Test Center in Bengaluru Qlar (formerly Schenck Process), a global provider of sustainable products and integrated solutions for bulk material applications, has announced the launch of its advanced Test Center in Bengaluru. The new 3,500-square-foot facility is designed to drive innovation by integrating research, development, and large-scale testing. Qlar stated that the center will further enhance its position as a key provider of intelligent grinding technologies. The new...

Sunil Mathur Appointed Chairman of Siemens Energy India Siemens Energy India Limited, the newly independent entity formed following the demerger of Siemens Limited’s Energy business, has announced its new Board of Directors. At the Board meeting held on March 25, Sunil Mathur, the Managing Director and CEO of Siemens Limited and Non-Executive Non-Independent Director of Siemens Energy India, was appointed as the Chairman of the newly formed Board. Guilherme Mendonca, former Head...

SANY Unveils India’s First Hybrid 100-Tonne Mining Dump Truck SANY, a global leader in construction, mining, logistics, and energy equipment, has introduced India’s first hybrid off-highway 100-tonne mining dump truck, manufactured locally at its Pune facility. Engineered to deliver exceptional power, efficiency, and operator safety, the SKT130S is equipped with a high-performance 925 kW rated power engine that generates an impressive 3200 Nm of torque, ensuring superior durability in challenging mining...

AiMED applauds Govt’s decision to make Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices functional The Association of Indian Medical Device Industry (AiMED) applauds the Government of India’s landmark decision to make the Export Promotion Council for Medical Devices (EPCMD) functional, with members being onboarded, a long-standing demand of the industry that has now become a reality. “AiMED expresses its deep gratitude to the Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, and extends...

HERMES AWARD 2025 goes to Siemens This year's prestigious HERMES AWARD goes to Siemens in recognition of its AI-powered "industrial copilots"; these provide assistance covering the entire industrial value chain. An independent jury chaired by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Hanselka, President of the Fraunhofer Society, selected the winner from among three nominated companies. The award was presented during the official opening ceremony of HANNOVER MESSE on 30 March, by Cem Özdemir,...

HANNOVER MESSE 2025: A week of confidence Economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions, climate change –industry is facing huge challenges. However, the German and European economy holds strong trump cards: its products are among the most sought-after in the world. The task for the future is to produce them even more efficiently and competitively, and with more efficient use of resources. Artificial intelligence, automation and international partnerships have a key role to...

Inker Robotics to develop India’s first RoboPark Inker Robotics is advancing discussions with corporate leaders to shape India’s first RoboPark, an integrated hub dedicated to robotics awareness, education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. As automation and AI continue to transform industries, the initiative aims to create a collaborative space where academia, businesses, and technology converge to drive advancements in robotics and artificial intelligence. Built on four interconnected pillars - RoboLand, Teknowledge Academy,...

Enhancing Automated Material Handling with Advanced Layer Gripping Technology The global manufacturing landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, driven by automation and smart technologies. Industries are increasingly adopting robotic solutions to enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability. Automated systems streamline production, reduce dependency on manual labor, and ensure consistency in quality. With the rise of Industry 4.0, manufacturing units are integrating robotics, IoT, and AI-driven technologies to create connected and intelligent...

Senvion crosses 1 GW WTG installed capacity in India Senvion India, a leading wind turbine supplier, has crossed the 1 GW installed base in India, underlining its strategy to contribute significantly to the fast-growing Indian wind power market. Coinciding with the 1 GW installed wind turbine generator (WTG) milestone, Senvion India has also completed the manufacturing of 500 nacelles from the Baramati (Maharashtra) plant and 500 sets of blades from...

India, US Industry Bodies Sign MOUs to Boost Cooperation in Electronics & ICT Two significant Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) were signed at The Incredible Inc.50 Awards ceremony, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, as part of the 25th edition of IndiaSoft. The agreements aim to enhance collaboration between India and the United States, as well as to strengthen the development of India’s electronics industry and international market access for domestic...