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At Osmania University’s 109th Foundation Day, economist Mohan Guruswamy warned that unchecked adoption of Artificial Intelligence could weaken the public education sector. He criticised the rise of a "Social Elite" in private institutions where wealth overshadows merit, urging policymakers to safeguard meritocracy.

Axis Bank reported a slight reduction in its workforce at the close of FY26, attributing the decline to productivity gains from sustained technology investments. Managing Director Amitabh Chaudhry emphasised that the headcount optimisation reflects the bank’s long-term digital transformation strategy rather than targeted cuts.

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

Kavion.ai, in collaboration with CBIT, hosted ‘AI 4 Impact,’ a four-day national-level hackathon and workshop in Hyderabad from April 15–18. The event featured a two-day workshop and a 30-hour hackathon, drawing over 280 participants from 15 institutions.

Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said Telangana is emerging as a major hub for aerospace, defence and space sectors, with strong growth and exports. He invited US collaboration in technology, research and manufacturing during a meeting with a US delegation.

Actor-turned-politician Vijay released the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, pledging a mix of welfare schemes and technology-led governance. The party also aims to transform Tamil Nadu into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036.

EdTalkies has launched a teacher-centric AI platform that helps educators create lessons and assessments while supporting students beyond classrooms. The platform uses low-bandwidth and WhatsApp-based tools to ensure accessible and structured learning in diverse and resource-constrained environments.

Artificial Intelligence can help companies increase revenue from general trade sales channels by up to 20 per cent, according to a BCG report, by improving sales planning, execution and customer engagement through AI-powered tools and automation

The first quarter of 2026 has seen massive layoffs across global tech and multinational companies, with over 61,000 jobs lost worldwide, including thousands in India. Oracle led the cuts with 30,000 jobs, followed by Amazon, Dell, Block Inc., Epic Games, and Salesforce.

KT Rama Rao urged Indian youth to become job creators and emphasised upskilling amid the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, while highlighting Hyderabad’s startup ecosystem and calling for innovation, entrepreneurship and stronger public-private partnerships.

In Houston, Indian-origin tech leader Mangala Kuppa was appointed CIO of the US Department of Labor, where she will lead IT strategy, digital transformation, and AI adoption initiatives across the department

A US congressional hearing highlighted future warfare driven by AI, cyber tools, and autonomous systems. Jason Crow and Frank Bradley stressed rapid adaptation, resource gaps, and growing global focus on technology-led, multi-domain military strategies influencing countries like India

Cyber criminals are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence to carry out sophisticated frauds through deepfake videos, scam calls and phishing attacks. Telangana Cyber Security Bureau officials warn people to verify financial schemes carefully as AI-driven cyber crimes continue to increase.

The University of Hyderabad has inaugurated a five-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Artificial Intelligence to train faculty members from undergraduate and professional colleges across Andhra Pradesh.

At the United Nations Security Council, US First Lady Melania Trump proposed a “single digital nation-state,” highlighting blockchain, AI and education’s role in peace. Presiding during America’s rotating presidency, she emphasised children, technology and global understanding amid geopolitical tensions

Shares of Block, Inc. surged over 20% after CEO Jack Dorsey announced 4,000 layoffs, citing artificial intelligence-driven efficiency. Investors welcomed the restructuring as the fintech firm reported strong quarterly profit growth

The Cyberabad Police are considering adopting an Artificial Intelligence-based predictive traffic management system to address congestion and improve road safety. The move aims to strengthen data-driven planning amid rapid urban growth.

Khammam District Collector Anudeep Durisetty has urged officials to use artificial intelligence to improve administrative efficiency. He said AI can help complete work faster, monitor programmes, and deliver government schemes to beneficiaries more effectively

Yashoda Hospitals–Hitech City organised ‘Deccan Hematolink 3.0’, an international conference on Artificial Intelligence in Hematology, drawing over 700 national and 10 international experts.

India joined the US-led Pax Silica to strengthen resilient supply chains for critical minerals and AI. Officials, including Ashwini Vaishnaw and US Ambassador Sergio Gor, highlighted enhanced economic security and bilateral cooperation