LG Electronics Inc.'s Indian unit is preparing to launch its long-awaited initial public offering on October 7, 2025, targeting a valuation of up to INR774 billion (US$8.7 billion), Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter

Samsung Electronics has reportedly appointed Rajesh Krishnan as the new head of Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR), signaling a strategic push to strengthen local R&D leadership while accelerating its expansion in the Indian semiconductor market, according to The Seoul Economy Daily

Ajit Manocha, president and CEO of Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI), underscored Taiwan's role as a central innovation hub in the global semiconductor ecosystem

SmartSoC Solutions has entered a strategic partnership with South Korea's DB HiTek to strengthen access to specialty foundry services for India's semiconductor ecosystem. Under the agreement, SmartSoC will act as DB HiTek's design partner in India, promoting its foundry capabilities, facilitating technical engagement, and serving as a local interface for Indian customers

UST, a provider of AI and technology transformation solutions, has announced a strategic investment in Indian semiconductor manufacturer Kaynes Semicon. The partnership aims to strengthen India's semiconductor ecosystem while expanding advanced assembly and testing services for global clients in sectors including electric vehicles, renewables, and consumer electronics

Qualcomm is in active discussions with multiple Indian suppliers, including the Tata Group, to leverage the country's semiconductor packaging capacity and is open to collaborating with new fab players, according to the company's COO and CFO Akash Palkhiwala

According to multiple reports, including the Economic Times, CRN, and the Analytics India Magazine, Synopsys marked 30 years in India with the opening of a new research and development facility in Bengaluru. The 455,000-square-foot center, located at Bagmane Capital, will focus on electronic design automation (EDA), semiconductor intellectual property (IP), verification, and system design. Synopsys president and CEO Sassine Ghazi and executive chair and founder Aart de Geus attended the inauguration

At the recent "Taiwan-India Semiconductor Forum" held during SEMICON Taiwan 2025, the India Taipei Association (ITA) highlighted significant developments in India's semiconductor sector. Amitesh Sinha, CEO of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), disclosed that the joint venture between India's HCL Group and Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn) has become the sixth project approved for subsidies under India's semiconductor initiative. India plans to expand its semiconductor capabilities, not only in silicon chip production but also in compound semiconductor research and manufacturing, with investments ongoing across various segments, including printed circuit boards, packaging, testing, and materials

India, traditionally seen as a global hub for IT services, exports second only to the US, is now shifting focus towards becoming a significant player in semiconductor manufacturing. On September 2, during the SEMICON India 2025 forum, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced an accelerated timeline for India's semiconductor industry development plan, aiming to mass-produce its first chip by the end of 2025

The Indian government is advancing a Swadeshi movement—a self-reliance initiative—with a budget allocation of INR760 billion (approximately US$8.621 billion) to build a domestic semiconductor and display manufacturing ecosystem. By 2025, India anticipates producing its first domestically made chip

US President Donald Trump stated on September 23 that Ukraine, with support from the EU, could potentially reclaim territory from Russia, marking a departure from his previous stance favoring Ukraine ceding land for peace. Concurrently, Indian media reports suggest India may adjust its policy on Russian oil purchases, potentially expediting peaceful resolutions in Ukraine

Taiwanese companies continue to perceive significant challenges in investing in India, citing complex tax systems, opaque administrative procedures, logistical inefficiencies, and human resource management difficulties. These operational barriers have contributed to a cautious approach toward Indian investments despite the country's large market potential

The US has imposed a 50% tariff on Indian products, which trade analysts say could pressure India's exports and harm its investment climate. The Taiwan External Trade Development Council sees this as a challenge for Indian exporters but an opportunity for foreign firms benefiting from Indian incentives, potentially boosting India's appeal as a manufacturing hub

Tata Electronics is in discussions with several global semiconductor equipment makers, including Dutch giant ASML and South Korea's JT Corp, to supply its upcoming fabrication plant in Dholera, Gujarat, and outsourced assembly and test (OSAT) facility in Assam