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Delhi is crafting a semiconductor policy to become a hub for chip design and research, aligning with India's tech self-reliance goals. The policy aims to foster innovation, ease of business, and a strong industry ecosystem. It will focus on design, R&D, talent development, and startups, offering incentives to attract investment and generate high-skilled jobs.

As Assam prepares for its elections, Guwahati's skyline transforms with new flyovers and bridges, sparking fierce debates among parties. The BJP highlights its development achievements, while the Congress points fingers at misplaced priorities.

CG Power’s semiconductor project will focus on integrated circuits used in industrial and automotive applications. The project will be implemented in two phases and could eventually reach a capacity of about 15 million chips per day once fully operational. With multiple projects progressing simultaneously, Chandak said India is expected to strengthen its role in the global semiconductor ecosystem in the coming years.

Foxconn teams up with HCL Group to start a chip packaging and testing venture in India. Foxconn will invest $37.2 million for a 40% ownership in the joint venture. HCL Group is moving ahead with a partnership with Foxconn for an osat facility.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reviewed Tata Electronics' Rs 27,000 crore semiconductor facility in Assam, a significant step towards global integration by 2026. This project, expected to create over 25,000 jobs, aims to transform the state into an advanced electronics manufacturing hub, marking a new era for Northeast India's economic growth and technological advancement.

Foxconn and HCL Group have been allocated 30 acres of land in Uttar Pradesh for a semiconductor assembly and testing unit near Jewar airport. The project is pending central government approval.

Tata is talking to the southern states of Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Telangana and scouting for land for the outsourced semiconductor assembly and test (osat) plant, the sources said, declining to be identified as the matter is not public.

Indian chemical companies are making strides in creating a semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, aligning with India's tech ambitions. These firms are producing ultra-high-purity chemicals vital for wafer fabrication, reducing reliance on imports from Japan and the US. Tata Chemicals is boosting its high-purity chemical production, while Deepak Nitrite manufactures essential etching and cleaning chemicals.

Apple supplier Foxconn and HCL Group will partner to establish a semiconductor assembly and testing facility in India. Foxconn's India unit will own a 40% stake in the joint venture with a $37.2 million investment. The companies aim to build an ecosystem and foster supply chain resilience for the domestic industry. Foxconn is also planning to set up a semiconductor fabrication plant in India for local chip manufacturing, with an additional investment of $1.67 billion. In August, Foxconn announced a $600 million investment in two projects in Karnataka.

Tesla is in discussions with Micron and CG Semi to diversify its semiconductor supply chain, reducing reliance on China amidst geopolitical tensions and rising costs. These partnerships align with Tesla's broader strategy of engaging with Indian manufacturers.

Apple is reportedly in early talks with Indian chip manufacturers, specifically CG Semi, for assembling and packaging iPhone components. This potential collaboration, focusing initially on display chips, marks a significant step for India's burgeoning semiconductor sector. Meeting Apple's stringent quality demands will be crucial for CG Semi's success.