Education is undergoing a significant transformation as artificial intelligence (AI), connected devices, data analytics and digital infrastructure reshape how institutions teach, learn and operate.

Most Indian students recognise the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing academic tasks faster but remain concerned that excessive reliance on the technology could affect their ability to understand.

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee has partnered with the University of Calgary (UCalgary) in Canada to introduce a Joint Doctoral Degree Programme (JDDP), aimed at expanding international research collaboration and academic exchange.

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has raised concerns over food businesses failing to comply with mandatory labelling requirements for nutraceuticals, health supplements and other specialised food products. The regulator has warned of action against businesses that do not follow the prescribed rules.

The Association of Healthcare Providers of India (AHPI) has called for a balanced and evidence-based approach to the pricing of medicines and medical consumables, cautioning against applying a uniform 16% margin across all drugs.

India has recorded more than 1.5 crore domestic air passengers in a single month, highlighting the rapid expansion of the country’s aviation sector, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said on Tuesday.

The Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth more than ₹810 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) for the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti-Airfield Weapons (SAT-SAAW) and associated equipment for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

Amazon has announced plans to recruit more than 300,000 workers across the United States for the upcoming holiday season, marking its first increase in seasonal hiring in three years as the e-commerce giant prepares for a rise in customer orders.

Despite widespread improvements in employee productivity, only a small proportion of companies are translating artificial intelligence (AI) adoption into substantial financial returns, according to McKinsey’s 2026 State of AI survey.

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has raised concerns over violations of the Programme Code by private satellite television channels and directed broadcasters to comply strictly with the prescribed regulations, warning that non-compliance could lead to action.

Spotify has introduced paid podcast memberships, giving creators a new way to generate revenue by offering exclusive benefits to their most dedicated listeners. Announced on Tuesday, the feature allows podcasters to provide a range of subscriber perks.
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