core infrastructure sectors

The transition to an autonomous enterprise involves the deployment of AI agents that can reason, plan, act, and adapt across business functions without constant human instruction. M37Labs’ MightyClaw has been engineered to unlock greater value within an enterprise enabling enterprises to operate as self-orchestrating, continuously reasoning systems. It is designed to overcome shortcomings of Agentic AI, with data sovereignty and governance built into it at the core.

Defense Intelligence Agency faces a legal challenge from Palantir Technologies over its massive internal tech project, MARS. Palantir alleges the DIA is wasting taxpayer money by developing its own system instead of using commercially available software. A White House official supports private sector competition, suggesting potential intervention to ensure fair bidding for defense tech overhauls.

Draft CMP‑2031 Proposes Higher FAR, Flexible Norms Across Sectors

Jharkhand is set to launch a state-of-the-art incubation center by August to bolster its entrepreneurship ecosystem, aiming to support 100 non-IT startups within two years. A Memorandum of Understanding with XLRI will guide the creation and management of this hub, focusing on sectors like manufacturing, mining, and agri-business.

Bhupinder Bhalla, a seasoned former IAS officer, brings his vast experience in public policy and India's clean energy transition to the Times Internet Ecopreneur Awards 2026 jury. This prestigious award celebrates businesses prioritizing the planet. The awards now recognize individual changemakers alongside companies. Judging focuses on verifiable data and real-world impact.

CPRG was also the only Indian non-governmental organisation to host an official side event at the Paris AI Action Summit 2025, and its work has been recognised at the Belgrade GPAI Summit 2024.

Global professional services networks are shifting recruitment focus. The Big Four firms now seek more AI specialists than corporate auditors. This trend reflects significant investment in automated tools and advising clients on AI transitions. Technical roles like data scientists and machine learning engineers are in high demand. This change restructures traditional business models, automating entry-level tasks and driving tech-heavy hiring.

Rs 15,803 Crore AMCA Hub to Rise Over 650 Acres

Ted Turner's massive one billion dollar donation to the United Nations revolutionised private giving. Instead of conventional projects, his gift built infrastructure for global problem-solving. This approach strengthened the UN's capacity for health, environment, and education initiatives. The long-term impact demonstrated how private wealth can be a powerful force for international collaboration and human survival.

India is leveraging Artificial Intelligence for significant progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047. AI drives economic growth, improves governance, and promotes social inclusion. Key elements for success include making data accessible to all, building strong organizational systems, and focusing on human skills. These steps will help India become a global AI leader and bridge development gaps.

They are today the drivers of the country’s services exports and GDP growth; they are doing cutting-edge tech work; India needs a GCC policy to make them catalyse our educational and research institutions, and our deeptech startup ecosystem

The anticipated National School Mental Health Policy in India marks a pivotal moment in aligning student wellness with educational success. By fostering nurturing atmospheres, this initiative seeks to empower 40 million learners, promoting empathy and resilience. To realize this vision, effective teacher training and adaptable strategies will be key, heralding a hopeful era for the youth of the nation.

Eli and Edythe Broad transformed cultural access by establishing their art collection in Los Angeles, opting for distribution and free public access over a private gallery. Their initiative, including a lending library and endowment, broke down socioeconomic barriers, making high art accessible to all and enriching the city's cultural fabric.

From AI labs to decision simulations, institutions are integrating AI, data analytics, and simulations to prepare future-ready leaders

The EU is preparing a "Tech Sovereignty Package" to reduce reliance on foreign cloud providers for sensitive government data. New rules will mandate European cloud infrastructure for critical sectors, limiting US tech giants like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google. This move aims to bolster European digital control amid growing geopolitical tensions.

Rupee depreciation is not new, what is new however is the rapid pace at which it is falling. It’s the biggest risk for India’s external sector resilience at the moment. In just over a year, the rupee has depreciated over 14%.

Odisha leads India with 34 operationalized mineral blocks out of a national total of 101 since 2015, showcasing the success of reforms in transparent resource allocation. These operational mines, including significant iron ore and limestone deposits, are boosting domestic output and reducing import dependence.

Fifty-two years ago, India detonated a nuclear device in Rajasthan's Thar desert, codenamed 'Smiling Buddha'. This event, coinciding with Buddha Purnima, marked India's entry into the nuclear club. Despite being officially termed a 'peaceful nuclear explosion', the test ignited debate and reshaped India's global standing, demonstrating scientific self-reliance and announcing strategic intent.