A.R. Rahman named Yamaha Music India brand ambassador
Yamaha Music India has appointed Academy Award-winning composer A.R. Rahman as its brand ambassador, marking a strategic move to strengthen India's evolving music ecosystem. The collaboration aims to promote musical excellence, expand access to quality instruments, and nurture emerging talent across the country. Rahman's global stature adds value to Yamaha's efforts to deepen its presence in India. Rahman is widely regarded as one of India's most influential musical figures, credited with taking Indian music to international platforms. This collaboration underscores Yamaha's commitment to developing local talent and ensuring access to high-quality instruments across schools, colleges, and studios nationwide.
Yamaha India appoints A.R. Rahman as brand ambassador.
Aim: strengthen India's music ecosystem and expand instrument access.
Rahman’s global stature enhances Yamaha's presence in India.
Part of efforts to develop local talent and reach across educational institutions.
Air India Group Announces Schedule Adjustments for 2 April 2026
Air India Group issued an important update for 2 April 2026, detailing 34 scheduled and non‑scheduled flights to the West Asia region. The plan includes 18 non‑scheduled flights to the United Arab Emirates, subject to slots and regulatory approvals. The document lists operating sectors from Delhi to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and other destinations, with North American and European routes continuing as scheduled. Guests affected by temporary suspensions can rebook at no extra charge or seek refunds. The airline emphasised proactive outreach to impacted passengers via mobile channels and the WhatsApp AI assistant for rebooking.
Air India update for 2 April 2026: 34 flights planned to West Asia.
Includes 18 non‑scheduled flights to UAE; subject to slots/regulations.
Operations from Delhi, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and more listed.
Scheduled services to other regions continue; affected passengers can rebook or refund.
Air India and Air India Express coordinating rebookings via WhatsApp AI assistant.
SEBI to Credit Demat Securities Directly from 2 April 2026
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) announced a policy change effective 2 April 2026 to streamline dematerialised (demat) credit. The revised framework removes the requirement for a separate letter of confirmation (LOC) and allows listed companies and registrars to credit securities directly to investors’ demat accounts after due diligence. This change is expected to shorten the demat credit timeline from about 150 days to around 30 days and reduce risks associated with LOC losses. Regulators cite improved investor convenience, faster settlements, and strengthened market integrity as key benefits.
SEBI circular effective 2 April 2026 abolishes LOC requirement for demat credits.
Direct credit to investors’ demat accounts after due diligence.
Expected reduction in timeline from ~150 days to ~30 days.
Aims to improve investor convenience and market efficiency.
Reduces risk of LOC loss and related settlement delays.
IMTOF 2026 to Highlight Indian Manufacturing at Chennai Expo
IMTOF 2026, the International Machine Tools Exhibition, is scheduled for 2–6 April 2026 at the Chennai Trade Centre in Chennai. Organised by the Madras Machine Tools Manufacturers’ Association (MMTMA), the biennial event showcases CNC machine tools, automation equipment, cutting tools, and other industrial technology. The expo will bring together Indian and international manufacturers and industry professionals to network, demonstrate new solutions, and explore business opportunities. IMTOF 2026 underscores India’s manufacturing ambitions and the push for advanced tooling and digital manufacturing capacities within the domestic economy.
IMTOF 2026 runs 2–6 April 2026 in Chennai.
Organised by the Madras Machine Tools Manufacturers’ Association (MMTMA).
Showcases CNC tools, automation, cutting tools, and industrial tech.
Event aims to foster domestic and international manufacturing ties.
Highlights India’s manufacturing growth and advanced tooling sector.
POWERGRID Appoints Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan as CMD
Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (POWERGRID) appointed Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan as Chairman and Managing Director, effective 1 April 2026. His tenure runs until 31 July 2030 or until further orders. The company clarified that Mohan is not related to any current directors or KMPs and is eligible under applicable norms. The leadership transition occurs during a period of policy focus on electricity transmission expansion and power sector reforms. The move is expected to support POWERGRID’s ongoing grid development, asset management, and project execution across India as the country scales its energy infrastructure.
Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan appointed POWERGRID CMD from 1 April 2026.
Tenure through 31 July 2030 or until further orders.
Mohan not related to existing directors; meets eligibility norms.
Appointment aligns with national transmission expansion goals.
Supports POWERGRID’s grid development and project execution.
Apr 01, 2026
IndiGo appoints Willie Walsh as new CEO, subject to regulatory approval
InterGlobe Aviation Limited, the parent of IndiGo, announced the appointment of William (Willie) Walsh as Chief Executive Officer, contingent on regulatory approvals. Walsh, currently Director General of IATA, will transition after finishing his term there on 31 July 2026 and is expected to take charge by 3 August 2026. A veteran airline executive, Walsh led major carriers such as Aer Lingus and British Airways earlier in his career. The move signals IndiGo’s intent to strengthen its leadership team amid expansion plans in a competitive Indian aviation market.
Appointee: Willie Walsh as CEO of IndiGo.
Timeline: Expected to assume charge by 3 August 2026 (pending approvals).
Background: Former CEO of British Airways; current IATA Director General until 31 July 2026.
Implication: Strategic leadership for expansion plans.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a Kaynes Technology semiconductor plant in Sanand, Gujarat, as part of a broader push to develop a domestic chip ecosystem. The facility will manufacture Intelligent Power Modules for electric vehicles and industrial applications, with significant export potential. The event follows the February 28 visit to the Micron facility and underscores rapid milestones in India’s semiconductor journey. Officials indicate the project integrates with global supply chains, strengthening domestic production and international market linkages. The ceremony highlights government support for high-value manufacturing and strategic technology sectors in India.
Impact: Strengthens domestic chip ecosystem and export potential.
India Pharma 2026 conference scheduled in New Delhi on 13–14 April 2026
The 9th edition of India Pharma 2026 will be held in New Delhi from 13 to 14 April 2026. The Government of India, in collaboration with FICCI and the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance, is organising the event through the Department of Pharmaceuticals. The central theme is Discover in India: Leapfrogging Life-Sciences Innovation, highlighting advances in drug discovery, complex generics, and biosimilars. The conference aims to showcase India’s expanding R&D ecosystem and manufacturing strengths, with a view to strengthening global pharmaceutical supply chains and improving healthcare access. The event reinforces India’s position as a leading hub for pharmaceutical innovation and manufacturing.
Event: India Pharma 2026, 13–14 April 2026, New Delhi.
Organisers: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, FICCI, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance.
Theme: Discover in India: Leapfrogging Life-Sciences Innovation.
Focus: Drug discovery, biosimilars, complex generics, and supply chains.
Mar 30, 2026
Nokia India Leadership Change in 2026
Nokia India announced leadership changes effective 1 April 2026. Samar Mittal will become India Country Business Leader, while Vibha Mehra is appointed India Country Manager. The new structure prioritizes AI, cloud services, and 5G expansion in the Indian market. The changes aim to deepen engagement with telecom operators, enterprises, and technology partners, and identify new growth opportunities in AI-driven networks, cloud solutions, and enterprise services. The appointments reflect Nokia’s strategy to strengthen its presence in India at a time of rapid digital transformation across industries.
New leaders: Samar Mittal (India Country Business Leader) and Vibha Mehra (India Country Manager)
Effective date: 1 April 2026
Strategic focus: AI, cloud, 5G expansion
Goals: deepen operator and enterprise partnerships
Context: India’s fast-growing telecom and tech market
Mar 28, 2026
Kapurthala's Rail Coach Factory builds first Vande Bharat Express coach; 16-coach version ready f...
Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala, Punjab, has rolled out its first Vande Bharat Express coachset, marking a milestone in the plant's upgrade to a 16-coach configuration. Deputy General Manager Aman Kumar said the latest version is in the final stages and would be inducted into the Indian Railways fleet by 31 March 2026. This is the first time Vande Bharat coaches are built at RCF Kapurthala; the design's origin remains with Integral Coach Factory, Chennai, which originally developed the train. The Kapurthala visit by media from Chhattisgarh, coordinated by the Press Information Bureau and Jalandhar, underscored evolving technology and manufacturing innovations embedded in the coaches. Officials expect the project to boost Railways' output and self-reliance.
RCF Kapurthala produced its first Vande Bharat Express coachset in a 16-coach configuration.
Induction into the Railways fleet expected by 31 March 2026.
Vande Bharat coaches designed by Integral Coach Factory, Chennai; first production at Kapurthala.
Media from Chhattisgarh examined the upgrade and innovations.
Project aims to boost production capacity and self-reliance of Indian Railways.
Mar 27, 2026
Sunil Bharti Mittal to exit Airtel Africa Chair role in July 2026
Sunil Bharti Mittal has announced his plan to step down as Chairman of Airtel Africa in July 2026, following nearly seven years in the role since the company’s 2019 listing. Gopal Vittal will take over as Non-Executive Chair, while Shravin Bharti Mittal becomes Deputy Chair to ensure leadership continuity across the business. Mittal’s move is part of a planned transition rather than an abrupt exit. Airtel Africa has expanded its footprint across 14 African countries, offering mobile services, data and mobile money. Vittal’s appointment aligns leadership between Indian and African operations, signaling ongoing strategic alignment and governance continuity for the group.
Mittal to step down as Airtel Africa Chairman in July 2026.
Gopal Vittal named Non-Executive Chair; Shravin Bharti Mittal as Deputy Chair.
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