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N Chandrasekaran has decided not to seek another term as Tata Sons chairman after his proposed five-year extension failed to receive unanimous board support. He will remain in the post until February 2027.

Tata Sons Chairman Natarajan Chandrasekaran announced his resignation after nearly ten years in leadership. A long-time Tata executive, he became Chairman in 2017 after Ratan Tata and played a key role in the company’s growth.

Venture capital and private equity firms have become increasingly bullish on India's energy transition market, ranging from electric vehicles to energy storage solutions. 

After a decade as Chairman of Tata Sons, Natarajan Chandrasekaran resigns six months early, citing the need for clear leadership amid ongoing challenges. He expressed gratitude to stakeholders and urged the Board to finalize succession plans to ensure a smooth transition beyond his tenure.

N Chandrasekaran resigned as chairman of Tata Sons today, saying he will complete his current term without seeking reappointment. His departure is linked to shareholder tensions. Read more about his professional and educational journey here.

India's exports saw a 15 percent increase during the first four months of this fiscal year. The Commerce Minister expressed optimism about reaching the $1 trillion export target by 2026-27. Nine free trade agreements have been concluded in the past four years. These agreements have opened many new possibilities for domestic industries.

India is considering sweeping health insurance reforms to standardise treatment rates, coverage and billing, while expanding a nationwide claims exchange, sources said. A regulatory panel is expected to submit recommendations by year-end as authorities seek to curb medical inflation, reduce fraudulent claims and encourage greater insurance coverage across th […]

The government has initiated a proposal to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 to a Joint Committee of Parliament. This significant bill will engage thirty-one members from the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, tasked with scrutinizing its contents and offering recommendations, with a report expected by the Winter Session of 2026.

Indian rice exporters face significant logistical challenges at Kandla port. Cargo clearance now extends to forty days, impacting perishable rice shipments. This congestion occurs while India holds substantial rice stocks and anticipates global demand. Container shortages further exacerbate issues for basmati and non-basmati rice exports. These disruptions a […]

The government plans a substantial compensation hike for atrocity victims under the SC/ST Act. Financial assistance will also be provided to states for special police stations. This move aims to strengthen the enforcement of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The proposal seeks to address concerns over inadequate institutional infrastructure for handl […]