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Aug 31, 2026

India launches $13.4 billion semiconductor fund with subsidies for chip design and manufacturing

India announced a new $13.4 billion semiconductor fund offering subsidies to chip designers and manufacturers as part of efforts to build a domestic semiconductor industry. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay announced a Semiconductor Park in Kancheepuram to attract investment in the sector.

Aug 31, 20263 sources

Aug 13, 2026

UK economy shows strong second quarter growth driven by AI boom and retail sales

Britain's economy demonstrated robust performance in the second quarter of 2026, with official data revealing rapid growth in AI-related industries and computer hardware investment, alongside strong retail sales boosted by clothing and World Cup merchandise. Despite the positive results, economists cautioned about challenging months ahead.

Aug 13, 20263 sources

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▪Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay announced the establishment of a Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing Park at Maduramangalam in Kancheepuram district at a cost of Rs 175 crore.
▪A weak rupee is causing a net double-digit cost overrun for Indian businesses relying on imported goods, reducing the dollar value of the Rs 76,000 crore subsidies announced in 2021 under the first phase of the India Semiconductor Mission.
▪The Kancheepuram Semiconductor and Electronics Manufacturing Park aims to attract Rs 2,000 crore in investments and provide direct and indirect employment to 5,000 people.

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