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India Inc wants AI talent to transform manufacturing space
Manufacturing firms are increasingly focusing on integrating artificial intelligence into their operations for efficiency. Companies such as Honeywell Technologies and RPG Group are actively searching for AI and digital leaders. These leaders are expected to bridge the gap between technological advancement and manufacturing processes. Companies are also searching for talent in overseas markets, particularly among Indian-origin executives.
KEC International bags Rs 2,872 crore PGCIL orders for 765 kV transmission lines
KEC International has secured orders worth ₹2,872 crore from Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd for 765 kV transmission lines. These contracts involve the design, supply, and installation of the high-voltage lines. The latest wins have contributed to a significant year-to-date order intake surpassing ₹13,500 crore for the company. This includes a major contribution from the Transmission and Distribution division amounting to ₹9,500 crore.
IIM Lucknow completes summer placements with 600+ offers, average stipend up 3%
IIM Lucknow completed the summer placements for its 2026-28 PGP and PGP-ABM batches with total success. The average monthly stipend for interns increased marginally from last year's figures, while the highest stipend decreased slightly. Over 600 offers were made, showcasing opportunities in various sectors like consulting and e-commerce. Established and first-time recruiters participated, contributing to a diverse placement process for students.
RPG Group exploring possibility to set up greenfield tyre plant in MP
RPG Group is exploring the establishment of a greenfield tyre plant in Madhya Pradesh for expansion. Chairman Harsh Goenka mentioned that they already have a facility in Jabalpur, which they aim to augment. A meeting with Chief Minister Mohan Yadav was held to discuss this potential new project. Details about the capacity and investment for the proposed facility are still being worked on.
A young Harsh Goenka without a beard: Billionaire's MBA days photo sparks a guessing game
Harsh Goenka recently shared a throwback photograph from his MBA days, joking that he had “no beard then”. The image sparked a guessing game on X, with followers trying to identify him and praising his youthful appearance. One user called him the “Happiness Brand Ambassador” for his humour and “million dollar smile”. Goenka is Chairman of RPG Enterprises and holds an Economics degree and MBA from IMD, Lausanne, Switzerland.
Billionaire Harsh Goenka uses a baby monkey to explain Nifty's performance and investors' frustration
Harsh Goenka recently used a humorous video of a baby monkey repeatedly slipping back down a slide to capture the frustration of Indian stock market investors with the Nifty’s lacklustre movement. His post, captioned “State of our Nifty stock index,” led to people in the comments discussing about market volatility, foreign investor selling, taxation and global uncertainties.
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Rs 8.3 lakh Fendi bag resembling 'Rs 500' Indian market designs: Why the luxury brand did not 'credit' Indian artisans, ask Harsh Goenka, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Fendi’s Rs 8.3 lakh multicolour bag, featuring 39,500 beads and 475 mirrors, has sparked an online debate over its resemblance to traditional Indian mirror-and-bead designs. Harsh Goenka and Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw have questioned the lack of recognition for Indian craftsmanship, while social media users remain divided over cultural appropriation, pricing and the role of Indian artisans.
Infra firm KEC International bags Rs 1,303 crore orders across businesses
KEC International announced new orders totaling Rs 1,303 crore on Monday. These projects span India, the Middle East, and the Americas. The company's year-to-date order intake now exceeds Rs 7,600 crore. This strengthens KEC's project pipeline and market presence significantly. The T&D business secured key projects in India and Saudi Arabia.
RPG Group's Anant Goenka takes over as Ficci President
Anant Goenka, vice chairman of RPG Group, is now the president of Ficci. He previously led CEAT tyre company. Vijay Sankar, chairman of Sanmar Group, is the new senior vice president at Ficci. These appointments were made at the 98th annual general meeting. Goenka brings extensive experience from his leadership roles.
Reckitt’s Udayan Dutt to join RPG Group as president-group HR
Udayan Dutt, previously VP-HR at Reckitt Benckiser, will assume the role of president-group HR at RPG Group on June 2, 2025. He succeeds S Venkatesh, with Harsh Goenka's active involvement in the selection. Dutt brings over 25 years of HR experience, including a decade at Unilever, to further enhance RPG's people-centric culture.
Twitter's candid 'Zwigato' review: Amul's quirky creative; RPG Group boss calls it a 'powerful mirror' to today's India
Nawazuddin Siddiqui said the movie was a "treat to watch."
RPG Group to launch 24x7 harassment prevention helpline R-Shield
“R-Shield, our new 24x7 harassment prevention helpline, is aimed at taking our commitment to its next level and creating an empowered workplace free from any form of fear or biases,” RPG Group chief talent officer Supratik Bhattacharyya told ET. This helpline will be managed by an external team of legal experts and psychologists.
RPG Group hires 7 CXOs amid pandemic lockdown
Mumbai-based RPG Group created some new roles to help build capability in new markets or functions. The group is also looking at hiring digital talent across levels across its companies.
KEC International to speed up automation amid COVID-induced labour shortage
KEC, the flagship company of the RPG Group, is a turnkey solutions provider and engaged in the business of power transmission and distribution (T&D), cables and railways, among others.
RPG Group invests in Rs 4 crore in e-pharmacy MedsOnWay
The investment is part of RPG Group’s strategy to use RPG Ventures to incubate and build new businesses.
RPG Group ventures into senior care e-commerce, invests $1 million
The venture-capital arm of the tyres to transmissions tower conglomerate has put in $1 million in Seniority, an online portal that sells elderly-care products to senior citizens.
RPG Life Sciences rallies 14% on receiving GMP certificate for Gujarat facility
Incorporated in the year 2007, the smallcap company is a part of the RPG group and is engaged in manufacturing and marketing of health care products.
KEC International Q3 net profit down 35% to Rs 19.15 crore
KEC International, the flagship firm of the diversified RPG Group, today reported about 35 per cent decline in its consolidated net profit.
At RPG Group companies, teams work without supervision
Do teams need to have supervisors? At RPG Group companies, teams without supervisors are being put in place to execute work.
Sanjiv Goenka unveils new identity for RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group companies
The R P Goenka Group was born in 1979 amd since then, all companies run by Harsh and Sanjiv Goenka, remained within the umbrella branding.
CESC looks for partners to pick stake in Nigerian power firms
RPG Group company CESC is in talks with several companies to jointly pick stake in Nigerian power distribution firms that are up for divestment.
R P Goenka to split Harrison between sons
Harrison Malayalam - the group's South-based agri business firm which is currently being looked after by RP Goenka himself - will now be split into two companies and divided between sons Harsh Goenka and Sanjiv Goenka.
KEC International to make $100 mn acquisition
KEC recently acquired Texas-based SAE Towers for $95 million (about Rs 440-crore) on a cash-free and debt-free basis.
Spencer's eyes Rs 500 cr sales from specialty retail in 3 years
RPG Group company Spencer's Retail today said it expects turnover from its specialty division to increase five folds in the next three years and touch Rs 500 crore.
RPG Group looks to rejig power biz
The Rs 15,000-crore Rama Prasad Goenka group is looking to rejig its power business in the run-up to flagship CESC’s foray into hydro-power generation.
RPG group calls for retailers' forum
RPG Group of Companies urged for a forum comprising both the segments to increase the growth of retail trade.
RPG group to set up thermal power plant in Bihar
A memorandum of understanding was on Thursday signed between the RPG Group of companies and Bihar State Electricty Boardfor setting up a 2000 mw thermal power plant.
RPG group to set up JV with leading international food chain
The Harsh Goenka-spearheaded RPG group is close to finalising a joint venture with a leading international major to set up a coffee shop-cum-specialty-food chain in the country.
RPG to scale up campus recruitments
In view of the growing need of skilled man power in top managerial positions to steer its business operations, the $3 billion RPG Group has hit the campuses of the country's top B-schools to strengthen its talent pool.
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