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Kempegowda International Airport has launched an AI-driven Smart Airside Safety System to enhance safety at critical intersections. This system uses computer vision to monitor vehicle movements, automatically prioritizing aircraft and reducing the risk of incidents. The initiative aims to improve efficiency and bolster Bengaluru's position as a leader in smart airport operations.

Vijay's Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam achieved a stunning debut, securing 14 out of 16 Chennai seats, even unseating the Chief Minister. The party credits its success to a strong appeal among Dalit voters, fishermen, and urban electorates seeking change, amplified by targeted digital campaigns and welfare promises resonating with women.

Google-parent Alphabet is close to becoming the world's most valuable company. A strong stock rally, booming cloud business, and AI advancements are driving this surge. Alphabet's significant AI investments are now paying off. Its Google Cloud segment shows rapid growth. Alphabet is also competing with Nvidia in selling custom AI chips.

India is emerging as a global electronics manufacturing hub. A new Google Cloud India AI Hub in Visakhapatnam, a $15 billion project, will boost AI and data capabilities. This initiative strengthens India's digital backbone and positions the country as a trusted partner in global supply chains.

Exports Touch Rs 23,622 Cr as India Scales Up Manufacturing

While the data is at a record high, the biggest factor driving the surge has been the growth in import-led revenues which outpaced domestic transactions. To put it simply, the GST collections from imports were higher than those from domestic transactions.

Generative AI and autonomous agents are rapidly transforming business, yet organizations struggle to implement them effectively. This Executive Programme equips professionals with no-code AI skills to build end-to-end workflows and deliver measurable impact. Participants will leverage over 15 no-code tools and engage in real-world projects to accelerate workplace productivity and drive AI adoption.

Maharashtra SSC 2026 division-wise results show Konkan leading the state with 97.62% pass rate, followed by Kolhapur, Mumbai, and Pune. MSBSHSE data highlights strong urban performance and a clear regional gap, with Nagpur, Latur, and Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar at lower rankings. Overall regular student pass percentage stands at 92.09%. The results reflect consistent academic strength in western Maharashtra while indicating disparities across divisions, shaped by geography, infrastructure, and institutional performance trends across the state overall level.

The exit of seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs, including strategists Sandeep Pathak and Raghav Chadha, marks a symbolic blow to the party in Punjab ahead of the 2027 assembly elections. While their operational influence had already diminished, their departure is seen as a psychological setback, with the BJP likely to leverage the defections to portray AAP as a 'sinking ship'.

Senior leaders face evolving challenges in today's dynamic world, necessitating continuous learning. IIM Calcutta's one-year Executive Programme in Leadership and Management equips professionals with data-driven insights and practical skills to navigate market volatility and technological disruption. The program offers live online sessions, case studies, a capstone project, campus immersions, and valuable alumni status, fostering strategic decision-making and leadership impact.

Google has commenced construction of its largest AI hub in Visakhapatnam, India, a significant digital infrastructure investment. Partnering with AdaniConneX and Nxtra, the hub aims to bolster India's AI growth and digital economy. The project signifies a commitment to local talent development and responsible resource management.

Actor Vijay’s rise to the centre of Tamil Nadu’s political conversation was carefully incubated in cinema under the guidance of his father, SA Chandrasekhar, a filmmaker known for socially rooted narratives.

nthropic CEO Dario Amodei keeps predicting that AI will trigger mass unemployment on a global scale. But with an Anthropic IPO reportedly targeting a $900 billion valuation, his warnings may be doing double duty—as both public service and investor pitch. Anthropic's own labor research shows the reality is far more gradual. And voices from Sam Altman to Meta's Yann LeCun are increasingly pushing back.

Tamil Nadu witnessed brisk voting across 234 constituencies, with high-profile leaders, celebrities, and first-time voters participating in large numbers. Actor Vijay's TVK sought extended polling hours due to delays, while a robot greeted voters at a Chennai booth. The election sees a three-way contest between DMK, AIADMK, and TVK.

In a bold move towards modernization, Bihar's higher education sector is aligning with NEP 2020, particularly focusing on AI's transformative potential for assessments and governance. During a recent summit in Patna, a diverse group of policymakers and technology leaders delved into innovative educational reforms, emphasizing the importance of ERP systems and data analytics.

IITM Pravartak is the technology innovation hub of IIT Madras.

While the world order evolves, and UAE’s decision impacts other major oil producers around the world, India which imports around 90% of its crude needs may actually stand to benefit.

Managerial roles are losing their traditional appeal as shrinking perks, rising workloads, and constant digital scrutiny redefine workplace hierarchies. A Gallup 2026 report shows declining engagement among managers, now nearly matching their teams. In India and beyond, flatter structures and AI-driven efficiencies have widened responsibilities, leaving managers overburdened, emotionally strained, and questioning the value of leadership itself.