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Generative AI Moves Beyond Pilots as Indian Enterprises Scale Deployment

Nov. 18, 2025 | Technology & Innovation

Businesses in India are moving swiftly to integrate Generative AI into live operations across multiple sectors.

**Nearly half of Indian enterprises have progressed beyond experimentation and now run multiple live Generative AI programs.**
A recent EY–CII study shows that only 23 percent of projects remain at the pilot stage, reflecting a clear shift toward large-scale execution. Three-quarters of business leaders believe GenAI will deliver substantial business results, and 63 percent say they have the resources to capitalize on its capabilities.

**As enterprises map out their GenAI rollouts for the next twelve months, 63 percent plan to automate operational processes, 54 percent will apply it to customer-facing tasks, and 33 percent focus on marketing.**
Executives overwhelmingly prioritize speed of deployment when deciding whether to develop solutions internally or purchase them, with 91 percent citing it as the top factor.

**Despite growing confidence in GenAI, actual investments remain modest.**
More than 95 percent of organizations allocate less than one-fifth of their IT budgets to AI initiatives, and only 4 percent exceed that threshold. This gap between strategic intent and funding hampers enterprise-wide transformation efforts.

**EY India warns that companies must move from isolated experiments to embed AI throughout end-to-end workflows.**
They should ensure data readiness, build robust frameworks for model validation, and adopt responsible AI practices. By integrating GenAI with human expertise in collaborative processes and shifting from traditional cost metrics to outcome-based measures, firms aim to unlock competitive advantages.

**Achieving meaningful AI impact in India depends not only on adoption speed but also on integrating GenAI deeply into economic and social systems.**
As businesses weave the technology into their core architectures to drive tangible value, the landscape matures and demands that strategy and execution align to realize AI’s transformative potential.

Severe Rainfall and Disruptions Across Tamil Nadu Amid Bay of Bengal Weather System

Nov. 18, 2025 | Environment

Heavy rains driven by a low‐pressure system over the Bay of Bengal are impacting Tamil Nadu and neighboring regions.

**As of the morning of November 16, a low‐pressure area near the Sri Lankan coast exhibits a cyclonic upper‐air circulation extending to 5.8–7.6 km above mean sea level and tilting southwestward with height.**
The system has remained nearly stationary but is expected to drift slowly west‐northwest over the next 24–48 hours. At the same time, cyclonic circulations over south Bangladesh and the southeast Arabian Sea near south Kerala are reinforcing moisture inflow into Tamil Nadu and adjoining areas.

**The India Meteorological Department forecasts a sharp revival of the Northeast monsoon across southern India.**
On November 17, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Karaikal could receive very heavy rainfall amounts of 12–20 cm under orange alerts. Ramanathapuram and Sivagangai are likely to see heavy showers, while Ariyalur, Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai, Thanjavur, Viluppuram, Puducherry and Karaikal may experience light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning. From November 18–22, Tiruvallur, Chennai, Kancheepuram, Chengalpattu, Villupuram, Cuddalore, Pudukottai and Ramanathapuram, along with Kerala, Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Mahe, Yanam, Rayalaseema and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, should expect continued light to moderate rain with isolated heavy falls.

**Local administrations have placed several Tamil Nadu districts under orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall.**
Government, private and aided schools in Chennai, Chengalpattu, Tiruvallur and surrounding districts remain closed on November 17 after continuous rain and waterlogging in low-lying areas. District authorities in Puducherry and Karaikal are also on alert. Squally winds of 35–45 kmph, with gusts up to 55 kmph over the Gulf of Mannar and off Kanniyakumari, have prompted advisories against fishing operations in these waters.

**Overnight downpours have caused significant waterlogging in both urban and rural areas of Chennai and other coastal districts.**
Thiruchendur in Thoothukudi recorded 8 cm of rain within 24 hours, and Cuddalore, Mayiladuthurai and Karaikal have also reported heavy precipitation. The orange alert for Chennai remains in effect through Monday, with conditions expected to improve gradually from Tuesday. Authorities in Puducherry have urged residents to avoid unnecessary outings and to monitor official updates as wind speeds and rainfall intensify.

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Azimuth AI, Cyient Semiconductors launch IP-powered silicon chip

Hindu Business Line | English | News | Nov. 19, 2025 | UndeterminedTech Development/Adoption

Azimuth AI and Cyient Semiconductors have launched ARKA GKT-1, India's first-generation intelligent power platform-on-a-chip. This system-on-a-chip (SoC) is designed for high-efficiency edge AI and smart energy applications, integrating multi-core custom computing, advanced analog sensing, memory, and intelligent power management into a single energy-efficient chip.

The SoC targets use cases in smart utilities, advanced metering, battery management, smart cities, and industrial automation. It offers real-time intelligence at the edge while maintaining exceptionally low power consumption. The chip was officially launched in New Delhi by Union IT and Electronics Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on November 17, 2025.

India power regulator warns renewable projects of disconnection for grid violations

The Economic Times | English | News | Nov. 19, 2025 | Regulation

India's power regulator, the Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC), has instructed grid operators to take strict action against renewable energy projects that fail to meet technical standards, warning that persistent violators may face disconnection to maintain grid stability. The regulator highlighted that repeated non-compliance with low-voltage and high-voltage ride-through norms by solar and wind energy plants have led to generation losses and frequency dips during fault events.

Low-voltage and high-voltage ride-through requirements are critical for ensuring that renewable plants remain connected during sudden voltage fluctuations caused by faults, preventing further grid disturbances. The issue reflects mounting concerns about grid security amid India's rapid expansion of renewable energy capacity to meet its 2030 clean energy goals.

The Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre filed a petition citing repeated violations by several renewable generators despite multiple meetings and reminders. So far, only two generators, including an Adani hybrid project, have fully complied with the norms, while many have yet to submit required self-audit reports.

In response, CERC has directed the Northern Regional Load Despatch Centre and the Central Transmission Utility of India to convene a high-level meeting to develop procedures addressing persistent violations, which may include disconnecting non-compliant generators. The regulator also called for a fresh compliance review and comprehensive reporting on grid events and non-compliance rates.

Bangladesh seeks Sheikh Hasina handover India breaks silence on verdict

The Economic Times | English | News | Nov. 19, 2025 | Geopolitical Conflict and Disputes

Bangladesh has formally requested India to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and ex-interior minister Asaduzzaman Khan Kamal following their death sentences for their involvement in the 2025 student protests crackdown, which resulted in over 1,000 deaths. Hasina has been in India since fleeing after the protests. India’s Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged Bangladesh's request and committed to engage constructively with all stakeholders, emphasizing its interest in peace and stability in Bangladesh.

The International Crimes Tribunal–Bangladesh convicted Hasina of crimes against humanity, including murder, attempted murder, torture, and ordering the “extermination” of protesters during last year’s student uprising. The court's 453-page judgment also cited her for making inflammatory remarks and directing deadly force against students. This verdict triggered a tense week in Dhaka marked by bomb blasts, arson, and mass arrests amid ongoing political unrest following Hasina’s ouster in August 2024.

Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor praised the verdict as a clear assertion that no one is above the law and affirmed it as a step toward justice for the thousands affected by the uprising. He stressed the importance of rebuilding democratic foundations, restoring trust between institutions and citizens, and committing to rule of law and human rights. The advisor acknowledged the heavy toll on protesters and highlighted the need for accountability and genuine representation.

The United Nations recognized the sentencing as significant for victims but expressed concerns over the death penalty and trial held in absentia, questioning whether international fair trial standards were met. The UN reiterated its opposition to the death penalty under any circumstance.

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