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Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw sees AI-biology convergence transforming healthcare

Highlighting the importance of generational learning embedded in DNA, she cited examples such as migratory birds with navigational intelligence

PM Modi meets AI startup CEOs, discusses use of tech in agri, education

PM Modi underscored the need for strong data governance, cautioned against misinformation, and urged the development of solutions tailored to India's needs

NRIs drive boom for residential property management firms amid mkt uptick

Infra push, regulatory ease and rising rental incomes sees spike in asset management inquiries

Is that milk? One in three samples fails quality tests nationwide

As India's dairy production reaches record highs, synthetic milk rackets are compromising the nation's foundational staple

Soufflet Malt to invest $118 mn in new India facility amid high beer demand

Soufflet Malt's push in emerging markets contrasts with restructuring in Europe, where it faces declining beer consumption

FMCG companies likely to see slow but steady growth in 2026: Numerator

Numerator says categories that saw high growth are expected to normalise

Probe agencies can't be high-handed in freezing bank A/Cs: Allahabad HC

Allahabad HC flags procedural lapses in cyber fraud probes, seeks clear rules and 24-hour intimation to customers when banks freeze accounts

CoalMin proposes revised timelines to speed up mine operationalisation

Draft amendments to mining agreements introduce stricter milestone schedules and performance security provisions to fast-track commercial and captive coal mine development

Indian Bank-led consortium looks to offload ₹738 cr bad loans of BLA Power

Lenders launch Swiss challenge auction with a ₹285 crore anchor bid, offering 39% recovery; counter-bids must be fully in cash

Rare earth permanent magnet production to begin by year-end: Minister

Four states identified for mineral processing parks as India prepares to begin rare-earth magnet production; Canada seeks joint ventures across critical minerals value chain

GalaxEye's OptoSAR satellite to use AI for Earth data analysis

It will help the satellite accelerate processing and interpretation of Earth observation data in space, and quickly deliver the data to its customers

Indian pharma may face muted US growth in FY27 on gRevlimid pressure

Ind-Ra says Indian drugmakers will still see 10% revenue growth in FY27 driven by domestic demand and CDMO traction, despite weaker US sales after Revlimid expiry

Over 66% parents, teachers say EdTech AI use amplifies risks: Report

The report found that 35 per cent of EdTech-using children were using GenAI for learning, while 51 per cent of EdTech-using teachers reported using GenAI for teaching and school-related activities

India must shift from tech services to IP-led nation: HCL's Roshni Nadar

She said that future belongs not to those who merely deploy technology, but to those who build, own and shape platforms, models and products

From expressways to airports, Maharashtra outlines integrated infra push

At GEC Summit 2026, top state agencies highlighted coordinated planning across roads, airports, metros and industrial corridors to drive Maharashtra's next phase of growth

India may attract $200 bn in data centre investment by 2030: Deloitte

Deloitte says India could see transformative data centre growth supported by policy and renewables, but warns that power supply, grid stability and planning gaps may constrain expansion

Trust in AI will be 'won or lost' in public sector, says Rishi Sunak

At the India AI Impact Summit, the former British PM said while Silicon Valley may dominate AI model development, countries like India could lead in widespread adoption

Embraer, Mahindra Group plan to set up MRO base for C-390 aircraft in India

Embaer and Mahindra Group had last October inked a strategic partnership to produce the C-390 Millennium multi-mission military transport aircraft in India

Luxury shift drives 17% rise in average apartment sizes across top cities

Premiumisation of housing fuels demand for larger units, with NCR, Chennai and Bengaluru posting the sharpest gains in average apartment sizes over two years

Rajasthan discoms aim to double PM Surya Ghar Yojana installations in 2026

After the state introduced a scheme offering 150 units of free electricity per month, customers have become more inclined towards rooftop solar plants, according to Dogra