French fragrance manufacturer Robertet Group agreed to gradually take control of and acquire Sonarome, a major Indian flavor company based in Bangalore. Founded in 1979 by the Gulhati family, Sonarome claims that it is known for its R&D, creative flavor experts, and knowledge of local Indian trends. The company has...
Waters Corp Inaugurates Global Capability Center in India
Milford, MA-headquartered Waters Corporation, that deals in analytical instruments and software, chromatography, mass spectrometry, and thermal analysis innovations, opened a new Global Capability Center in Bangalore, India. The $16 million strategic investment aims to accelerate technology adoption, innovation, digital transformation, and business efficiencies. The 300+ person facility...
U.S. Opens New Consulates, Increases Staff in India
A new U.S.consulate has recently been inaugurated at Hyderabad, India, said U.S. Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, during an interactive session organized by the New Delhi-based Observer Research Foundation. "We are increasing the staff strength in New Delhi, and premises have been located in Bangalore and Ahmedabad for setting up...
3M to Grow Its Healthcare Business in India
The Board of 3M India, the Bangalore-based unit of the St. Paul MN headquartered material science company, approved an arrangement to accelerate growth of its healthcare business in India. The company said the licensed manufacturer and reseller model will allow 3M India to continue to have exclusive access to the...
India Accelerates Aviation Investments
India's aviation sector is poised for a major upgrade to bring it at par with globally recognized transit hubs. In the past nine years, the number of airports has doubled to 148 from 74. In February, Air India, which the Tata Group took private last year, agreed to buy 250...
India’s Startups Innnovate to Address Diabetes
Over 100 million people in India have diabetes, according to a recent study published in The Lancet. The study also notes that the number of diabetes cases worldwide could jump to 1.3 billion by 2050. Indian startups are taking the lead in innovative solutions to address this epidemic Based in...