Minda, Qualcomm Join Forces for Smart Auto Cockpit Tech

26 Jul 2025 CW Team

Commenting on the collaboration, Suresh D, Group CTO of Minda Corporation, said, “This partnership with Qualcomm Technologies marks a major milestone in advancing Minda’s digital cockpit capabilities. By utilising Qualcomm’s cutting-edge automotive platforms, we can now offer seamless multi-display integration, intuitive HMI, and software-defined cockpit systems based on Android and QNX. This collaboration reinforces our long-term commitment to innovation, sustainability, and delivering premium user experiences.”

The Snapdragon Cockpit Platform is currently seen in models like the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e, and is set to power more advanced features in next-generation vehicles. These features aim to enhance user customisation, connectivity, and real-time information delivery for drivers.

Savi Soin, Senior Vice President and India President, Qualcomm Technologies, added, “We are delighted to partner with Spark Minda to bring advanced, localised cockpit solutions to India. The Snapdragon Digital Chassis empowers manufacturers to offer state-of-the-art in-vehicle experiences and redefine automotive innovation for Indian consumers.”

One notable deployment of Qualcomm's cockpit platform is in the Mahindra XEV 9e, which includes a class-first setup of three 12.3-inch displays—one of which serves the front passenger. With over 230,000 DMIPS, the platform delivers swift and seamless performance.

Multimedia capabilities include smart voice commands, high-definition visuals, and real-time system feedback, offering a truly interactive driving experience. The platform is designed to deliver not just entertainment but also critical driving information, setting a new benchmark for cockpit intelligence in the Indian automotive sector.

Minda Corporation Limited, the flagship of the Spark Minda Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. to develop intelligent and connected cockpit solutions for the Indian automotive market. The upcoming smart interface will be powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Cockpit Platform.Commenting on the collaboration, Suresh D, Group CTO of Minda Corporation, said, “This partnership with Qualcomm Technologies marks a major milestone in advancing Minda’s digital cockpit capabilities. By utilising Qualcomm’s cutting-edge automotive platforms, we can now offer seamless multi-display integration, intuitive HMI, and software-defined cockpit systems based on Android and QNX. This collaboration reinforces our long-term commitment to innovation, sustainability, and delivering premium user experiences.”The Snapdragon Cockpit Platform is currently seen in models like the Mahindra BE 6 and XEV 9e, and is set to power more advanced features in next-generation vehicles. These features aim to enhance user customisation, connectivity, and real-time information delivery for drivers.Savi Soin, Senior Vice President and India President, Qualcomm Technologies, added, “We are delighted to partner with Spark Minda to bring advanced, localised cockpit solutions to India. The Snapdragon Digital Chassis empowers manufacturers to offer state-of-the-art in-vehicle experiences and redefine automotive innovation for Indian consumers.”One notable deployment of Qualcomm's cockpit platform is in the Mahindra XEV 9e, which includes a class-first setup of three 12.3-inch displays—one of which serves the front passenger. With over 230,000 DMIPS, the platform delivers swift and seamless performance.Multimedia capabilities include smart voice commands, high-definition visuals, and real-time system feedback, offering a truly interactive driving experience. The platform is designed to deliver not just entertainment but also critical driving information, setting a new benchmark for cockpit intelligence in the Indian automotive sector.

Infrastructure Urban

05 Nov 2025

TBO Tek Q2 Profit Climbs 12%, Revenue Surges 26% YoY

TBO Tek Limited one of the world’s largest travel distribution platforms, reported a solid performance for Q2 FY26 with a 26 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue to Rs 5.68 billion, reflecting broad-based growth and improving profitability.The company recorded a Gross Transaction Value (GTV) of Rs 8,901 crore, up 12 per cent YoY, driven by strong performance across Europe, MEA, and APAC regions. Adjusted EBITDA before acquisition-related costs stood at Rs 1.04 billion, up 16 per cent YoY, translating into an 18.32 per cent margin compared to 16.56 per cent in Q1 FY26. Profit after tax r..

Infrastructure Energy

05 Nov 2025

Northern Graphite, Rain Carbon Secure R&D Grant for Greener Battery Materials

Northern Graphite Corporation and Rain Carbon Canada Inc, a subsidiary of Rain Carbon Inc, have jointly received up to C$860,000 (€530,000) in funding under the Canada–Germany Collaborative Industrial Research and Development Programme to develop sustainable battery anode materials.The two-year, C$2.2 million project aims to transform natural graphite processing by-products into high-performance, battery-grade anode material (BAM). Supported by the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Programme (NRC IRAP) and Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs a..

Infrastructure Urban

05 Nov 2025

Antony Waste Q2 Revenue Jumps 16%; Subsidiary Wins Rs 3,200 Cr WtE Projects

Antony Waste Handling Cell Limited (AWHCL), a leading player in India’s municipal solid waste management sector, announced a 16 per cent year-on-year increase in total operating revenue to Rs 2.33 billion for Q2 FY26. The growth was driven by higher waste volumes, escalated contracts, and strong operational execution.EBITDA rose 18 per cent to Rs 570 million, with margins steady at 21.6 per cent, while profit after tax stood at Rs 173 million, up 13 per cent YoY. Revenue from Municipal Solid Waste Collection and Transportation (MSW C&T) reached Rs 1.605 billion, and MSW Processing re..