AGP Executive Report
Last update: a day agoDefense & Industrial Policy: India’s naval roadmap puts the first Project 75(I) submarine on track to join the fleet by 2033, with six AIP-equipped boats built in India under technology transfer, while Russia and India also discuss Su-57E stealth fighter licensing and potential production on Indian soil. Manufacturing Skills & Workforce: UW–Madison plans to launch free METAL (metals casting/forging) and ACE (intro CNC machining) hubs this summer, aiming to expand hands-on training capacity. Semiconductors & Supply Chain: Nikon says it’s in advanced talks to supply lower-priced ArF lithography tools using in-house manufacturing, and India’s Odisha signs a $3.3B glass-core substrate deal with Intel/3DGS—both aimed at reshaping chipmaking cost and capacity. EV Policy: Nepal’s EV tax system based on motor peak power faces controversy over testing facilities, measurement uniformity, and certification gaps. Industrial Safety: A fire at a country firecracker unit in Pudukottai killed the owner and injured a worker, underscoring ongoing risks in small-scale munitions manufacturing. Digital Advertising Compliance: India’s ASCI reports a sharp rise in digital ad violations, with most cases needing modification and sponsored social content driving the bulk of enforcement.
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