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The ISB Online Leadership with AI Programme equips senior leaders to navigate digital disruption by harnessing Generative and Agentic AI for innovation, decision-making, and transformation. Designed for experienced professionals, it blends expert-led masterclasses, hands-on AI tools, global case studies, and a capstone project to build AI-ready leadership skills.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a defence manufacturing hub in Shirdi, emphasizing India's drive for self-reliance in advanced weapons and critical military technologies. He highlighted that future wars will hinge on munition and automation, not just troop numbers. The new complex aims to boost military preparedness and domestic production, fostering innovation in explosives and next-generation weapons.

Samsung India is now accepting registrations for its upcoming 2026 Vision AI televisions, set to launch this month. The new lineup will integrate the Vision AI Companion across all 4K UHD and above models, enhancing the viewing experience with AI. Early registrants can avail of discounts up to ₹10,000.

Generative software is reducing entry-level roles, causing anxiety for young professionals. While some fear job collapse, leaders like Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon believe automation will free workers for complex tasks, leading to an evolutionary leap. However, critics warn of a trap if automation only replaces jobs without creating new value, potentially leading to lower participation and meaningless roles.

Sharda University is rapidly emerging as a leading institution in India's knowledge-driven economy, recognized for its cutting-edge research, AI integration, and global collaborations. With a strong focus on innovation and impact, the university boasts significant research output, faculty excellence, and robust mechanisms for intellectual property commercialization, positioning itself as a key player in Viksit Bharat's ambitions.

US stocks retreated on Tuesday as rising oil prices and sticky inflation cooled Wall Street's rally. Technology shares, particularly AI-linked companies, led the decline. Concerns over the Iran conflict and its impact on crude supplies fueled inflation worries, strengthening expectations of prolonged elevated interest rates.

Ukraine's ex-chief of staff, Andriy Yermak, faces a major graft probe for alleged money laundering, embarrassing president Zelenskyy amid EU accession talks. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy met Palantir's CEO to boost defense tech cooperation. Russia launched over 200 drones after a brief lull, despite Ukraine's improved battlefield position.

Asian markets showed mixed trading as AI stock momentum waned, oil prices stayed high, and inflation worries persisted. Japan's Nikkei saw a slight gain, while South Korea's Kospi recovered some losses. Concerns over stalled US-Iran talks and hotter US inflation data contributed to investor caution across the region.

Exciting news from IIT Guwahati! They have launched a cutting-edge MTech program in Robotics and AI designed for both fresh graduates and seasoned professionals. One key aspect: there's no need for a GATE score! Instead, you’ll be assessed through a written test and an interview.

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