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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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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