India’s digital and corporate ecosystem is abuzz with a mix of technology, business, and lifestyle trends this week - from AI adoption in universities to a luxury car boom during Navratri.
Here’s what’s making waves across platforms.
AI Tools Enter Indian Classrooms
A new report reveals that over 60% of higher education institutions in India now permit the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot for student learning.
Educators say these tools are being integrated for research, writing, coding, and language assistance - though with strict academic integrity guidelines.
The growing acceptance highlights India’s push toward AI-enabled education and future-ready curricula.
Mercedes-Benz Sells One Car Every Six Minutes During Navratri
Luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz India recorded a festive sales surge this Navratri, selling one car every six minutes, with the average price tag at ₹1 crore.
The brand attributes the record demand to strong interest in its SUV and AMG performance lineups. Dealers across major cities reported unprecedented footfall, signaling a revival in high-end consumer spending despite economic headwinds.
Accenture Cuts 11,000 Jobs Globally
In a sign of tightening global market conditions, Accenture has reportedly laid off more than 11,000 employees in the past quarter.
The IT consulting major cited automation, cost optimization, and reduced demand in some business verticals as key factors.
Industry observers see the cuts as part of a wider tech-sector recalibration following the post-pandemic hiring boom.
UPI Payments Without PIN
In a major fintech leap, Unified Payments Interface (UPI) transactions in India will now support facial recognition and fingerprint authentication, eliminating the need for entering a PIN.
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has confirmed that the feature will roll out from October 8, initially for select banks and apps.
The move is expected to make digital payments faster, more secure, and accessible - especially for senior citizens and differently abled users.
