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India’s CDMO sector is rapidly shifting towards AI-enabled hiring, with demand for AI-linked skills rising 178 per cent in two years, according to a CIEL HR report. Experts warn of a widening talent gap as pharmaceutical manufacturing embraces automation and advanced analytics.

Microsoft is scaling back employee access to Anthropic’s Claude Code due to rising AI costs, redirecting engineers to GitHub Copilot CLI. Despite rollback, its Anthropic partnership via Azure remains intact as enterprises face surging token-based expenses from generative AI

A new SHRM India report highlights a growing skills gap, with 45 per cent of organisations citing AI, digital and data skills as a major constraint. The study underscores challenges in ESG capability, gig adoption, and workforce readiness amid rapid technological change.

Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met Vietnamese counterpart General Phan Van Giang in Hanoi to enhance maritime security and defense industry ties. The leaders signed an MoU on AI and quantum technology, highlighting a strengthening bilateral strategic partnership

India's youth aspires to propel the country forward in the fields of AI and semiconductors, the Prime Minister stated. India is home to the world's third-largest startup ecosystem

TCS is accelerating its AI-driven transformation strategy, with Chairman N. Chandrasekaran saying the company is positioning itself as a full-stack AI solutions provider. The company generated $2.3 billion from AI services in FY26 and plans to expand AI infrastructure capabilities further.

A new IBM-IndiaAI study projects that artificial intelligence could add over $500 billion to India’s economy by 2030. While most business leaders expect strong GDP impact, 72 per cent of organisations admit they are lagging in global AI adoption.

Google has unveiled Fitbit Air, a compact and affordable fitness tracker featuring continuous health monitoring, AI-powered wellness insights, automatic workout detection, and up to seven days of battery life. The device is compatible with Android and iOS and starts at $99.99.

Cloudflare has announced plans to cut over 1,100 jobs globally as part of a major restructuring driven by rapid adoption of artificial intelligence. The company said the move reflects organisational transformation rather than cost-cutting or performance-related layoffs.

To Lam urged deeper India–Vietnam cooperation in AI, semiconductors, and green technology during a business forum in Mumbai. He highlighted shifting global supply chains and called for stronger economic integration and investment ties

India will launch its first AI-powered orbital data centre satellite under a Pixxel–Sarvam partnership. The Pathfinder satellite will enable in-orbit data processing, real-time AI inference, and hyperspectral imaging, reducing reliance on Earth-based data transmission systems.

If you want to create wall decor, posts for social networks, or any other type of illustrations, then AI will help you do so with the least amount of time and effort required.

China blocked Meta’s acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing foreign investment security review rules. The deal, involving a Singapore-based firm with Chinese roots, was halted after scrutiny by regulators, despite Meta claiming full legal compliance and expecting resolution

KPMG plans to cut 10 per cent of its US audit partners after an early retirement push fell short, joining a broader wave of global layoffs as companies restructure and increasingly adopt artificial intelligence-driven operations.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Indian banks are prepared for tech risks but warned about threats from Anthropic’s Mythos AI, with Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology monitoring impacts and urging stronger safeguards

India leads global adoption of AI in healthcare, with 85 per cent of consumers consulting AI tools before doctors, according to a BCG study. The trend is driven by youth, though most users still prefer a hybrid doctor–AI model.

Global IT spending is projected to reach $6.31 trillion in 2026, driven by rapid adoption of AI technologies, Gartner said. Data centre systems will lead growth, while software and IT services also expand significantly amid rising investments in AI infrastructure.

Lee Jae Myung concluded his India visit, calling ties with India “steadfast,” as PM Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu highlighted expanded cooperation in trade, technology, defence and strategic sectors

Indian agencies report increased propaganda and fundraising activity by Islamic State of Iraq and Syria and Islamic State Khorasan Province targeting India, urging attacks, spreading AI-generated misinformation, and expanding recruitment through encrypted and multilingual online networks

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in New Delhi for a three-day state visit to strengthen the India–South Korea Special Strategic Partnership. Talks ith PM Modi will focus on trade, AI, semiconductors, and emerging technologies.