Microsoft’s new India Development Center in Noida is inspired by the iconic Taj Mahal By IANS| Posted by Minhaj Adnan | Updated: 30th January 2021 5:52 pm IST New Delhi: Microsoft on Thursday launched its new India Development Centre (IDC) facility at Noida, the architecture of which is inspired by the Taj Mahal. The new facility will serve as a premier hub for driving engineering and innovation, Microsoft said, adding that the new facility is Microsoft’s third Development Centre in India after Bengaluru and Hyderabad. “Recognising the strategic importance of establishing Microsoft engineering presence in Noida, my team went over and beyond in ensuring that our first engineering hub in Noida truly represents Microsoft Design Language infused with local culture and inheritance,” Riku Pentikainen, Regional Director, Asia Real Estates Operations, Microsoft, said in a statement.