Technology Sector

In today’s saturated smartphone market, durability and resilience have become as vital as performance and design. Among the features that users increasingly consider essential is an IP (Ingress Protection) rating—a globally recognized certification indicating a device’s resistance to dust and water. From surviving accidental spills to enduring rain or full immersion, smartphones with higher IP ratings offer greater reliability in everyday and extreme environments.

June 2025 marked a significant turning point in India’s automotive sector, with electric motor car sales soaring over 1,200% year-on-year, even as traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) passenger car sales declined amid subdued consumer sentiment. Truck rentals maintained strength, buoyed by private sector demand and export-driven freight, registering a 5% year-on-year growth. Meanwhile, fuel consumption trends reflected a mixed yet structurally positive outlook, with petrol rising 6.4% and diesel growing 1.2% compared to June 2024.

In a decisive move toward sustainable development, the Himachal Pradesh government is intensifying efforts to promote electric mobility and combat climate change. Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu recently flagged off 20 electric taxis under the Rajiv Gandhi Swarozgar Start-up Yojana (RGSSY), reinforcing the state’s dual focus on environmental protection and youth employment. The initiative offers a 50% subsidy to eligible applicants for the purchase of e-taxis, with Rs. 4.22 crore already disbursed to 59 beneficiaries.

Epson India has inaugurated its inaugural ink tank printer manufacturing plant near Chennai, marking a pivotal milestone in its commitment to local production under the government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. The Sriperumbudur facility, set to commence operations in October 2025, will initially produce Epson’s flagship EcoTank printers, renowned for their cost-efficiency and environmental sustainability. This strategic move aims to enhance supply chain resilience, support India’s economic growth, and align with Epson’s global focus on innovation and sustainability.

Microsoft’s recent decision to cease operations in Pakistan has sparked concern among industry leaders and policymakers, highlighting deeper structural and economic issues within the country’s technology ecosystem. Jawwad Rehman, former Microsoft Pakistan head, urged government intervention through a bold, KPI-driven engagement strategy with global tech firms to reverse the trend. Meanwhile, former President Arif Alvi lamented the lost opportunity as Microsoft chose Vietnam for expansion amid Pakistan’s unstable business environment.

India’s largest IT services company, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), has launched an AI-focused innovation centre in Singapore aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups. Located at Changi Business Park within TCS Asia Pacific headquarters, the new facility will support up to 60 local businesses over the next 12 months, offering access to cutting-edge artificial intelligence solutions, top-tier consulting expertise, and collaborative development frameworks.

Apple’s strategy to pivot a significant portion of its iPhone production to India has encountered an unexpected roadblock. Foxconn, Apple’s principal manufacturing partner, has recalled hundreds of Chinese engineers and technicians from its Indian operations. The sudden departure—initiated two months ago—may disrupt knowledge transfer, production training, and manufacturing efficiency at Foxconn’s iPhone facilities in southern India. With Apple aiming to relocate assembly of iPhones sold in the U.S.

Nithin Kamath, CEO and co-founder of Zerodha, has expressed confidence in the company’s positioning despite the recent entry of Jio Financial Services (JFS) and BlackRock into the Indian stockbroking ecosystem. While acknowledging the significance of JFS’s distribution power and its potential to broaden retail investor participation, Kamath emphasized that his main competitive concern lies with first-generation founders — agile, mission-driven entrepreneurs who understand the nuances of broking.

Ola Electric appears to be staging a robust recovery, with nearly 60,000 vehicle registrations reported in the first quarter of FY 2026—a 9% month-on-month rise in June. The company’s quarter-over-quarter revenue is estimated to have grown approximately 25%, driven by renewed demand, backlog clearance, and expansion beyond Tier-I cities. With total deliveries expected to exceed 65,000 units, Ola is well-positioned to meet its guidance of Rs 800–850 crore for Q1.

India’s IT giant Infosys is taking a decisive step to redefine its workplace culture, shifting focus from long working hours to employee well-being. In a move that contrasts with the views of co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy—who has advocated a 70-hour work week—the company has begun monitoring excessive work hours, particularly among remote employees, and is urging them to log off on time. This campaign is part of a broader strategy to address burnout, promote work-life balance, and retain talent in an increasingly competitive and health-conscious corporate environment.