TECHNOLOGY

Tata Sons Board Likely to Meet Sept 17 Amid Succession, Governance Concerns

Tata Sons is likely to hold a board meeting on September 17 amid growing concerns over leadership succession, governance issues at key Tata trusts and the RBI’s rejection of its request to surrender its Core Investment Company registration. Chairman N. Chandrasekaran is set to step down in February 2027.

AI Not Worth Pursuing Without Human Benefit and Control: Satya Nadella

Could AI kill humans? Anthropic CEO warns of rising risk

Sitharaman, AIIB President Discuss Deepening India-AIIB Partnership

Steel Slag Roads Can Cut Costs by 40%, Last Longer: Jitendra Singh

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said steel slag road technology can reduce construction costs by around 40% and offer four times the strength of conventional roads, while promoting waste-to-wealth and sustainable infrastructure.

India’s Economic Growth Under PM Modi Impressive, Says African Business Leaders

African business leaders attending the BRICS Summit praised India’s economic growth under PM Narendra Modi and expressed confidence in stronger trade and investment ties with Africa.

China Southern Airlines to Resume Guangzhou-Delhi Flights From September 21

China Southern Airlines will resume regular Guangzhou-New Delhi flights from September 21, marking the return of its India service after a six-year suspension.

RBI Should Hike Rates Twice by 25 Bps as Oil Shock May Push Inflation Above 6.5%: SBI Research

SBI Research has recommended two 25-bps RBI rate hikes, warning that elevated crude oil prices and broader inflation risks could push CPI inflation above 6.5 per cent.

India Administers Over 80 Lakh HPV Vaccine Doses Under National Campaign

India has administered over 80 lakh HPV vaccine doses since February 2026 under its national campaign to prevent cervical cancer among 14-year-old girls.

Govt Urges Private Sector to Acquire Critical Mineral Assets Overseas

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy said the government is encouraging private companies to acquire overseas critical mineral assets, including lithium, to strengthen India’s supply chains and reduce import dependence.