Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd. (KICL) has a media division that manages two magazines: Industrial Economist (IE) and Ulavar.
Industrial Economist (IE) is a business magazine started in 1968 by S. Viswanathan. For over 50 years, it highlighted development initiatives and business events. After Viswanathan's death in 2022, the magazine was revived under Kothari Industrial Corporation Ltd. (KICL), led by Rafiq Ahmed. IE is relaunching in digital and print formats under a licensing agreement. IE will continue to focus on development issues and provide in-depth coverage of ground-level happenings across business, commerce, industry, and the economy. The Industrial Economist is committed to reflecting growth stories, celebrating the achievements of the state and national economy and enterprises, and highlighting key milestones in the corporate world.
சுழன்றும்ஏர்ப் பின்னது உலகம் அதனால்
உழந்தும் உழவே தலை.
Howe'er they roam, the world must follow still the plougher's team;
Though toilsome, culture of the ground as noblest toil esteem.
- திருவள்ளுவர் (குறள் 1031)
Vivasayi Express is a Tamil magazine dedicated solely to farmers.It helps farmers, research students, and others learn about new ideas and innovative technology in agriculture. It focuses on agriculture-related topics such as agrochemicals, farming techniques, and where to buy essential products. The main goal of this magazine is to provide scientific information in a practical way and make it easily accessible to farmers. Vivasayi Express covers topics like crop production, soil science, horticulture, animal husbandry, irrigation and more. It also provides tips on sustainable farming practices, waste management, and post-harvest technology. Vivasayi Express also provides information about government schemes that can benefit farmers. The magazine serves as a guide for farmers in terms of improving their productivity. Vivasayi Express keeps improving our content to help our readers stay updated on the latest development in agriculture. This way, farmers and people interested in farming can learn and grow together in the field of agriculture.

