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India is integrating artificial intelligence with digital infrastructure, local-language systems and governance safeguards to improve rural access. A report says the approach focuses on low-cost solutions, enabling farmers and village institutions to use AI directly and address real-world challenges

Surya Kant urged judges not to fear AI but use it cautiously, stressing it must aid—not replace—human judgment. He warned against over-reliance, highlighting risks like inaccuracies and misuse while emphasising judicial independence and constitutional values

Siddaramaiah urged a Supreme Court bench in South India to improve access to justice, while highlighting AI’s benefits in reducing pendency. He cautioned against algorithmic bias, stressing judicial independence, human judgment, and balanced tech adoption

The Delhi High Court will pass orders to protect actor Allu Arjun’s personality rights amid concerns over unauthorised commercial use and AI-generated misuse. The case highlights growing legal battles by celebrities against digital exploitation of identity and likeness.

Fresh graduates are witnessing increased hiring in AI, content and emerging roles, according to a LinkedIn report. Opportunities are expanding beyond traditional sectors, with smaller firms and non-metro cities playing a growing role in early-career employment.

LinkedIn is testing an AI labour marketplace offering roles that pay up to Rs 14,000 per hour. The platform is hiring trainers across sectors to improve AI systems, with early trials underway and limited availability currently in the US

WhatsApp has introduced new features including AI-powered photo editing, cross-platform chat transfer from iOS to Android, dual-account support on iPhone and improved storage management tools aimed at making chats easier to manage.

Apple will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 8-12, featuring major updates to its platforms, including AI advancements. The event will be held online with a limited in-person gathering for developers and students at Apple Park.

CIOKlub Hyderabad Chapter organised the Secure AI Event 2026 at Ramoji Film City, bringing together Chief Information Officers from across India to discuss artificial intelligence adoption, cybersecurity challenges and Hyderabad’s growing role in the technology ecosystem.

Google has introduced major upgrades to Google Maps, including a conversational “Ask Maps” feature powered by Gemini AI and a redesigned immersive navigation system. The update aims to provide personalised search results, enhanced route guidance and a more intuitive driving experience.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged faster integration of India’s education system with the real-world economy, emphasising greater focus on AI, automation, digital economy and design-driven manufacturing. He also highlighted improvements in healthcare infrastructure and the global popularity of yoga and Ayurveda

LinkedIn research shows Indian women professionals are leading in AI adoption, with nine in 10 confident using AI tools and 35 percent actively learning AI skills. Women founders also report higher optimism and drive digital transformation in their businesses.

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said artificial intelligence will create new job opportunities while transforming existing roles, as India strengthens its position in the global AI ecosystem. Delegates at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlighted AI’s potential across key sectors.

Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai told global leaders that AI is the biggest platform shift of our lifetimes, urging bold, responsible collaboration, highlighting AlphaFold breakthroughs and investments, as the AI Impact Summit drew heads of state and industry leaders.

In this evolving landscape, city-based digital marketing agency Digital Mojo has positioned itself as an AI-first, performance-driven partner for growth-focused organisations.

Bengaluru, Delhi-NCR and Mumbai together account for nearly 70 per cent of India’s AI-related job openings, led by demand in software engineering, data science and customer operations, according to a CBRE report analysing over 64,500 job listings.

As India readies to host the AI Impact Summit, Rubrik CEO Bipul Sinha says the country can shift the global AI narrative from risk to real-world solutions, leveraging its tech workforce, infrastructure investments and applied AI expertise.

Hyderabad-based LVPEI and Remidio have developed Medios HI, an AI platform that detects glaucoma and other eye diseases using a smartphone without internet access. The system, recently approved by CDSCO, showed over 91% accuracy in clinical trials.

PRCI Hyderabad Chapter celebrated World Radio Day at Loyola Academy, Secunderabad, under the theme ‘Radio and Artificial Intelligence.’ Media professionals, academicians, and students highlighted radio’s evolving role in the AI era, while interactive sessions explored broadcasting’s human element.

Indian equity benchmarks declined nearly one per cent during the week, led by sharp losses in IT stocks amid AI-related concerns and weak global cues. Dollar strength, muted sectoral performance and resistance near key Nifty levels also weighed on investor sentiment.