An explosion at a steel plate factory in north China's Inner Mongolia region killed two people and left five missing, according to local emergency management and fire rescue departments, China's state broadcaster CCTV reported
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has said that he saw Enzo Fernandez play in the 2022 World Cup final for Argentina and knew about his talent, but it required him to see the latter up close at the English club to know how ‘magnificent' the Argentine midfielder was
Play was halted during an Australian Open first-round match on Sunday (January 18, 2026) when a ball girl fainted as temperatures soared, with players Zeynep Sonmez and Ekaterina Alexandrova rushing to help her. The incident happened as Russian 11th seed Alexandrova was serving during the second
Soldiers are on standby for possible deployment to Minneapolis, a US defence official has told CBS News, the BBC's US partner. The official said the 1,500 soldiers, currently in Alaska, are an option for US President Donald Trump if he decided to use active duty military personnel
As BJP's acting president Nitin Nabin prepares to file his nomination on Monday at 2pm—in a competition widely expected to be uncontested—the party is quietly turning a page on the tenure of JP Nadda, one of its most understated but structurally significant national presidents who
Taiwan’s MediaTek is open to sourcing more India chips
MediaTek, one of the world's largest fabless semiconductor companies, is open to sourcing more of its chips from India as the local ecosystem develops, the Taiwanese firm's India head said.
“If local consumption and manufacturing of chips grow, and the ecosystem becomes robust enough to support cost-effective production, it would make strong business sense to shift more assembly or manufacturing to India,” Anku Jain, managing director of MediaTek India, told ET here on Wednesday.
“It depends on the maturity of (foundry) partners if and when they evolve in India,” he said.
MediaTek is a fabless firm that takes chips from its foundry partners.
It commands about 45%-47% share of India's smartphone chipset market.
“It is exciting to see that multiple companies are making chips. If they are able to fulfil the requirements, we will be very excited to use it,” Jain said.
He said India rightly started its semiconductor journey with 28 nanometre (nm) and other nodes that are relatively less complex to manufacture compared to cutting-edge nodes such as 6nm and 4nm that are used in modern flagship smartphones.
These initiatives are fostering a vibrant ecosystem for fabless firms, he noted.
However, “India needs more push in advanced R&D and talent development for cutting-edge nodes, which are critical for global competitiveness,” Jain said.
Continued government support and investment in talent and infrastructure will be key to bridging gaps and strengthening India's position in the global semiconductor landscape, he said.
MediaTek has a large R&D team in India, which has been developing different technology sets, computing, connectivity, and software for many years.
“Around 90% of our talent here is for global R&D, as they work closely with our global design centres on both hardware and software aspects of system-on-chip development, contributing to computing, connectivity and AI feature integration across the life cycle of chips,” Jain said.
The company has over 1,000 engineers in Bengaluru and Noida. They act as an extension of its global operations, enabling MediaTek to address multiple technology verticals from within the country, including consumer electronics devices, cars, automotive platforms, and IoT devices, he said.
“The proportion of products designed here, built here, and sold both in India and globally is only going to increase,” Jain said. “Looking ahead, we're expanding into new verticals, including automotive, data centres, and ASICs, and we expect these collaborations and innovations to be major growth drivers in the coming years,” he said.
He said the company holds a 46% share in the smartphone chipset market. “Our focus is expanding into AI-powered automotive solutions (such as infotainment for Tata Punch EV and Skoda Slavia) and IoT ecosystems, collaborating with local innovators like JioThings,” he said.
Local manufacturing and exports from Indian fabs will complement this, boosting value addition from current 20-25% levels, he explained.
“Backed by $4.1 billion in global R&D with significant investments in our India centres, we're co-developing tailored solutions for edge-to-cloud computing, 5G RedCap, and beyond, creating jobs and innovation hubs. This isn't just about volume, it's about fostering self-reliance,” he said.
“As 5G moves into the mainstream, our broad Dimensity portfolio is enabling OEMs to deliver affordable, high-performance 5G smartphones across mid-tier and entry-level segments,” Jain said.
At the same time, MediaTek is strengthening its presence in the premium and flagship category with platforms such as the Dimensity 8450 and Dimensity 9500, which bring on-device AI, advanced gaming and improved power efficiency.
MediaTek's collaborations include devices from the Oppo Find X9 and Vivo X300 series, and smartphones based on the Dimensity 8000 series. Beyond handsets, the company is also helping increase adoption of 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) in India.
HFCL recently unveiled a 5G FWA indoor customer premises equipment powered by MediaTek's T750 platform, while the company also supplies chipsets for household connectivity devices from Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio.
The company is increasingly bullish on India's automotive and electric vehicle (EV) opportunity. MediaTek solutions power vehicles such as the Kinetic Green Flex and E-Luna X1, and it has collaborated with Jio Things on smart digital clusters and modules for two-wheeler EVs. In the four-wheeler segment, infotainment solutions based on MediaTek chips feature in models including the Tata Punch EV and Skoda Slavia, Jain said.
Looking ahead to 6G and generative AI, MediaTek is prioritising secure, power-efficient on-device AI capabilities that reduce reliance on the cloud, improve privacy and align with emerging data protection and sovereignty requirements, he said.
Nearly all of MediaTek's chipsets now include a neural processing unit (NPU) designed to scale across price tiers, with software support through its NeuroPilot platform and collaborations with partners such as Google, he added.
By 2030, MediaTek's success in India would be defined less by raw market share and more by ecosystem leadership, particularly in IoT and automotive, Jain said.
Source: EconomicTimes
Related Posts: With Nepal’s largest party divided ahead of polls T20 World Cup 2026 The World’s ‘Greenest City’ Has Tamil As Its Official Language — Can You Guess World Economic Forum economists expect global economic conditions to weaken in 2026 The one measure that can tell us a lot about the state of the UK economy Ayush Mhatre follows Suryakumar Yadav's footsteps at U-19 World Cup Angel One, ICICI Prudential, Havells, 2 PSU Banks To Trade Ex-Date This Week Almost Like A World Cup Final Pakistan May Withdraw from T20 World Cup In Solidarity With Bangladesh Davos under lockdown as World Economic Forum opens today
Bigg Boss Kannada 12 finale: Sunday marked the end of Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12. Hosted by Kiccha Sudeep, the winner of the show was Gilli Nata, who received more than just the cash prize. Gilli Nata wins Bigg Boss Kannada Season 12“Gilli Nata winner of Bigg Boss season 12
55 minutes ago
Activist Sonam Wangchuk's detention under the National Security Act is “illegal” and has “no merit”, which is why the Union government was repeatedly seeking fresh court dates in the appeal against it, his wife Gitanjali Angmo was quoted as alleging by PTI on Sunday
55 minutes ago
Last week, the Indian government asked e-commerce companies to stop 10-minute deliveries - drawing the curtain on a much-trumpeted promise by start-ups to provide groceries, food, grooming and even home repair services at lightning speeds in India
55 minutes ago
Safdarjung recorded a minimum temperature of 5.3 degrees Celsius; Palam, 8 degrees Celsius; Lodhi Road, 6.8 degrees Celsius; the Ridge, 7.2 degrees Celsius; and Ayanagar, 7 degrees Celsius, the IMD data showed. New Delhi: Owing to extreme cold weather and rising pollution
55 minutes ago
A delivery agent, who reached the accident site after a 27-year-old software engineer's car fell into a water-filled deep pit in Greater Noida, on Sunday (January 18, 2026) said he himself jumped into the pit in a desperate attempt to help the victim when he saw rescue workers struggling
55 minutes ago
![Davos [Switzerland], January 19 (ANI): Ahead of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 beginning Monday, Davos had been intensifying its preparations for what has](http://newsorbit360.com/files/news/en/imgs/davos-under-lockdown-as-world-economic-forum-opens-today.webp?height=520)
Davos [Switzerland], January 19 (ANI): Ahead of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 beginning Monday, Davos had been intensifying its preparations for what has come to be known as the world's most-talked-about gathering.Even before the official opening
55 minutes ago
As the year 2025 comes to an end, we look into who dominated India's art and design ecosystem. In the fashion scene, we cover craft-focused pieces that lean into native design and sustainability. We speak to experts from different fields to find out what habits to let go off in 2025 and what to
55 minutes ago
At least 18 people died and thousands were evacuated as wildfires raged across Chile, with Chilean President Gabriel Boric declaring a state of catastrophe in two southern regions of the country on Sunday. The fires, which caused rampage across central and southern Chile
55 minutes ago
Kriti Sanon Boyfriend: Amid growing speculation, neither Kriti nor Kabir has officially confirmed their relationship. Mumbai: "Nazar na lage" -- This is how fans reacted to the viral pictures of actor Kriti Sanon with her rumoured boyfriend Kabir Bahia from her sister Nupur Sanon's wedding
55 minutes ago
Gold, Silver Prices At Record High: Gold and silver prices hit a record high at the international spot market following the rising geopolitical uncertainty over US President Donald Trump's rhetoric to acquire Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark
55 minutes ago
Air pollution can irritate your throat, causing dryness, pain, and discomfort in daily life. These simple home remedies can naturally soothe irritation and provide quick relief. With rising air pollution levels, especially in urban areas, sore throat has become a common complaint
55 minutes ago
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says "Europe won't be blackmailed", as she and other European leaders continue to weigh their response to US President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland. Trump says he will impose new taxes on eight US allies - Denmark, Finland, France, Germany
55 minutes ago
White House Trade Adviser Peter Navarro has renewed his criticism of India, questioning why Americans are paying for Artificial Intelligence in India. Mr. Navarro's comments on Saturday (January 17, 2026) came amid a strain in India-U.S. ties, which began after U.S
55 minutes ago
Weather Warning: Delhi and NCR woke up to a shivery morning amid dense fog conditions on Monday. Cold wave conditions persist in North India, including Punjab, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Snowfall, dense fog, and cold wave conditions are expected in parts of north and northwest India
55 minutes ago
The annual report revealed that the power sector's total liabilities surged to PKR 9.2 trillion, far exceeding assets of PKR 8.4 trillion. Islamabad: Pakistan's power sector plunged deeper into financial turmoil during the last fiscal year, posting a negative equity of Pakistani Rupees (PKR) 800
55 minutes ago
The Noida Authority terminated the services of a junior engineer over the death of a 27-year-old software engineer whose car plunged into a water-filled pit at a construction site in Sector 150. Show-cause notices were also issued to other officials responsible for traffic-related works in the area
55 minutes ago
Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 grand finale saw wildcard entrant Divya Ganesh emerge as the winner, taking home the trophy and a cash prize of Rs. 50 lakh. Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9 Grand Finale Winner: Superstar Vijay Sethupathi hosted the grand finale of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 9
55 minutes ago
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on January 17, 2026 (Saturday) announced that the Andhra Pradesh Government was preparing to develop a satellite launching facility as part of the Space City project on the Hope Island in the Kakinada Bay.Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N
55 minutes ago
![New Delhi [India], January 19 (ANI): Indian equity benchmarks commenced the trading week on a downward trajectory on Monday, as global risk appetite faded](http://newsorbit360.com/files/news/en/imgs/market-in-red-at-opening-bell-amid-global-tariff-concerns-and-weak-gro.webp?height=520)
New Delhi [India], January 19 (ANI): Indian equity benchmarks commenced the trading week on a downward trajectory on Monday, as global risk appetite faded following new international trade threats. The BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty 50 both opened in the red
55 minutes ago
A huge explosion at a factory in northern China has killed two people and injured 84 others, with eight people still missing, state media reported. The blast happened at around 15:00 local time (07:00 GMT) Sunday at Baogang United Steel plant in Inner Mongolia
55 minutes ago
Senegal managed to edge Morocco in a dramatic Africa Cup of Nations Final on Sunday, January 18, after a controversial decision from the referee saw Senegal's coach, Pape Thiaw, asking his team to walk off the pitch in protest, only for Sadio Mane to go and calm his side down
55 minutes ago
A software engineer tragically died after his SUV plunged into a deep, water-filled pit in Greater Noida's Sector 150 on a foggy night. Despite desperate pleas for help and a father's helpless proximity, rescue efforts were hampered by dense fog and the pit's depth
55 minutes ago
China's economy grew by 5% last year, as record exports helped Beijing meet its annual growth target, according to Chinese government figures. But the data also showed economic growth slowed to a rate of 4.5% in the final three months of 2025 compared to a year earlier
55 minutes ago
The world's second-largest economy showed remarkable resilience in 2025, helped by smaller-than-expected U.S. tariff hikes and exporters' push to diversify away from the United States, allowing policymakers to keep stimulus to modest levels. BEIJING: China's economic growth likely slowed to a
55 minutes ago
New Zealand 337-8 (50 overs): Mitchell 137, Phillips 106; Arshdeep 3-63, Harshit 3-84 India 296 all out (46 overs): Kohli 124, Reddy 53; Clarke 3-54, Foulkes 3-77 New Zealand clinched their first one-day international series win in India with a 41-run victory in the deciding third match
55 minutes ago
OpenAI announced Friday it will begin testing advertisements on ChatGPT in the coming weeks, as the wildly popular artificial intelligence chatbot seeks to increase revenue to cover its soaring costs. The ads will initially appear in the United States for free and lower-tier subscribers
55 minutes ago
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned on Sunday that any “aggression against the Supreme Leader of our country is tantamount to all-out war against the Iranian nation.” In a post on X, Pezeshkian held the US and its allies responsible for people's hardships in Iran
55 minutes ago
