Under the plan, the government will build parks in partnership with state governments through a plug-and-play model. Companies will get land, roads, electricity, water supply, warehouses, and other facilities before starting operations. Officials believe this approach will attract investments and generate large-scale employment.

The first phase will invite applications for 20 parks, followed by another 30 parks. The remaining 50 parks will come up in later stages. Each industrial park may spread across 100 to 1,000 acres. Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Haryana, and West Bengal have already shown interest in the scheme

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Chandrababu explained that the new cities would create fresh opportunities in advanced technology. Moreover, he said the projects would help attract global investors and research institutions. The government expects rapid expansion since both initiatives aim to strengthen industrial growth. Additionally, he noted that modern infrastructure would accelerate AP’s progress.

The state selected 300 acres in Orvakallu, Kurnool district, for the development of both cities. Because the project required national-level support, Chandrababu requested assistance from the Central Government. The Centre responded positively and agreed to extend cooperation. Therefore, officials believe the partnership will speed up construction and planning.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal attended the CII conference in Visakhapatnam on Friday. He later joined Chandrababu in the virtual foundation ceremony for the two projects. Thus, the event officially began the groundwork for Drone City and Space City. Finally, officials stated that the projects would strengthen Andhra Pradesh’s capabilities in drone and aerospace technology.

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Lokesh stated that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu is speeding up the development of Amaravati and Visakhapatnam. He noted that the government is providing quick approvals and land allotments for new investments. This support is helping industries reach production stage faster.

He said Andhra Pradesh and the Centre now have double-engine governments. Lokesh explained that investments in the state are treated as national investments. He assured full support to investors from both the state and union governments. He also mentioned that Union Minister Piyush Goyal is helping AP move towards a 2.4 trillion-dollar economy.

Lokesh announced that a major giga data center is coming to Andhra Pradesh. He shared this update through a post on Twitter. He said complete details will be revealed today at 6 pm. The announcement is expected to draw attention from global technology investors.

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Over 35 DeepTech and semiconductor startups joined Goyal at a Bengaluru roundtable with more than 30 venture capital firms. The session was hosted by T.V. Mohandas Pai of 3one4 Capital and Prashanth Prakash of Accel Partners, with support from DPIIT, TiE Bangalore, and IVCA.

The discussions covered funding challenges, long development cycles, and technology commercialization. Startups like Agnit Semiconductors, QpiAI, and Dozee shared experiences on building advanced technologies such as AI, robotics, and quantum computing.

Investors from Celesta Capital, Blume Ventures, and Peak XV spoke about developing sustainable exits and boosting global competitiveness. The meeting ended with an agreement for ongoing collaboration between DPIIT, TiE Bangalore, and industry leaders to drive policy support for innovation.

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Alckmin arrived in India on Wednesday for a two-day visit with a delegation of ministers, officials, and business leaders. On arrival, he met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accompanied by Brazilian Defence Minister Jose Mucio Monteiro Filho. Both sides reviewed defence cooperation and discussed opportunities for joint exercises, training, and co-development of defence equipment.

Alckmin is also scheduled to meet Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri. He will attend the India-Brazil Business Forum and visit the All India Institute of Ayurveda to explore partnerships in health and innovation.

Brazil is India’s largest trade partner in South America. The leaders of both nations recently set a target to raise bilateral trade to USD 20 billion within five years. The visit is expected to identify new sectors of collaboration and enhance the strategic partnership between India and Brazil.

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Alckmin, also Brazil’s Minister of Development, Industry, Trade and Services, will hold the inaugural Trade Ministerial Review Meeting with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal on October 16. He will be accompanied by Cabinet ministers, senior officials, and a business delegation.

During the visit, Alckmin will meet Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Brazilian Defence Minister Jose Mucio Monteiro Filho to discuss military cooperation and defence industrial collaboration. He is also scheduled to meet Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, and Petroleum Minister Hardeep Puri.

Alckmin will attend the India-Brazil Business Forum and visit the All India Institute of Ayurveda. Brazil is India’s largest trade partner in South America, with bilateral trade reaching $12.19 billion in 2024-25. Both nations aim to raise trade to $20 billion in five years, focusing on pharmaceuticals, chemicals, MSMEs, and other sectors.

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Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in October 2021, PM Gati Shakti links multiple ministries and sectors on a digital platform. It has cut logistics costs, sped up project execution, and improved service delivery nationwide.

The platform combines data from ministries for projects in offshore wind, coastal infrastructure, and resource exploration. It highlights regulatory conflicts early, simplifies environmental clearances, and provides a centralized geospatial data repository. Key initiatives include the District Master Plan for all aspirational districts, PM GatiShakti-Offshore, and the Unified Geospatial Interface for public access.

Goyal said that 58 ministries and all 36 states and UTs are now onboarded. He added that the platform accelerates project execution, ensures synergy, and promotes sustainability. It also supports India’s Blue Economy, green energy goals, and the vision of building a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047.

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In India, starting October 13, Anand will meet External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. Discussions will focus on trade diversification, energy transformation, and strategic cooperation. She will also visit Mumbai to engage with Canadian and Indian businesses to boost investment and jobs.

The visit follows recent efforts to reset India-Canada relations, including the G7 meeting between Prime Ministers Narendra Modi and Mark Carney. New High Commissioners, Christopher Cooter and Dinesh K. Patnaik, have been appointed. NSA Ajit Doval also met his Canadian counterpart to discuss counterterrorism, transnational crime, and intelligence cooperation.

After India, Anand will travel to Singapore to meet Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan, focusing on Canada-ASEAN Free Trade Agreement negotiations. The tour will conclude in China, where she will meet Foreign Minister Wang Yi to discuss the Canada-China Strategic Partnership, building on commitments to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties.

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Goyal encouraged businesses to leverage these programmes to promote innovation, manufacturing, and entrepreneurship. He said such efforts would foster shared prosperity between India and Qatar. He also addressed an Indian community event, praising the diaspora for enhancing bilateral relations.

The minister highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a self-reliant India and the journey toward ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’. He urged the community to explore new collaboration opportunities and strengthen cultural and business connections between the two countries.

During his visit, Goyal launched India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) at Lulu Hypermarket in Doha. Calling it a “game-changer” for digital payments, he said UPI reflects India’s commitment to cross-border commerce and the ‘Digital India’ mission. The service will be available at Qatar National Bank terminals, facilitating payments for Indian travellers and boosting trade and tourism.

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India is also seeking the removal of the additional 25 per cent tariff on Russian oil, stressing that the country should not be singled out. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar raised concerns over “double standards” in access to energy and food supplies during the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting.

Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York, emphasizing sustained engagement on trade and priority areas. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer also participated in the discussions, which focused on trade, tariffs, and broader bilateral issues.

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry described the meetings as constructive. Rubio indicated the Trump administration may reconsider the additional Russian oil tariffs on India. MEA officials reiterated that India’s stance remains firm on energy purchases and fairness, highlighting statements urging European nations to curb Russian oil imports without imposing double standards.

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