Social media platform X said it will appeal against a Karnataka High Court order that forces it to follow government takedown notices. The company called the order “deeply concerning” and warned it could let millions of police officers issue arbitrary removal requests, threatening free expression. The court dismissed X’s petitions against the Centre’s blocking orders, saying regulation of social media is “the need of the hour.” It also ruled that Article 19 rights apply only to Indian citizens, not foreign firms. The bench stressed that platforms must follow Indian laws and cannot seek protection under US jurisprudence. (PC: India Today)

Accenture is implementing major workforce restructuring in 2025 as part of a $1 billion business optimization program, driven by AI transformation demands. The consulting giant reported $69.7 billion in annual revenues, marking 7% growth attributed to increased client interest in AI deployment. The company's strategy involves staff reductions coupled with upskilling initiatives to align employee capabilities with emerging market needs. Leadership emphasizes these changes are essential for maintaining competitive advantage in an AI-driven marketplace. The restructuring reflects broader industry trends where traditional consulting firms must adapt their human capital strategies to remain relevant as artificial intelligence reshapes client service delivery models and operational requirements.

Tesla delivered its first car in India today at its new ‘Tesla Experience Centre’ in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex. Maharashtra Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik received the Model Y, becoming the first customer in the country. He said the car is a symbol of the state’s green goals and announced he would gift it to his grandson to promote awareness of electric mobility. Sarnaik highlighted Maharashtra’s EV plans, including toll exemptions and 5,000 e-buses already in service. The Model Y starts at ₹59.89 lakh and offers up to 622km range. Tesla also opened a showroom in Delhi last month. (PC: India Today)

The GST Council, chaired by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has approved a new GST regime effective September 22. The 12% and 28% slabs are abolished, leaving 5% and 18% as the main rates. A new 40% slab will apply to sin and luxury goods, including tobacco, aerated drinks, yachts, and motorcycles above 350 cc. Items of daily use like bread, paneer, and milk will be cheaper, with some moving to nil tax. Life-saving drugs will also be exempt. Nearly 90% of goods under 28% will now shift to 18%. The government said the reforms support common people and growth sectors. (PC: India Today)

Mukesh Ambani launched Reliance Intelligence, a new AI company, at the 48th Reliance AGM. The event brought Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Google CEO Sundar Pichai together on the same stage. Reliance Intelligence will build AI-ready data centres powered by renewable energy and train Indians in AI. Meta and Reliance announced a ₹855 crore joint venture to build AI tools for businesses. Google and Reliance will set up an AI cloud region in Jamnagar. Ambani said Reliance aims to deliver AI everywhere in India, just like Jio delivered digital services nationwide. (PC: HT)

Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, announced a new AI-focused unit called ‘Reliance Intelligence’ at the company’s 48th AGM. The subsidiary will build India’s next-generation AI infrastructure, including large green-energy powered data centres in Jamnagar. Reliance also confirmed AI partnerships with Google and Meta. Google will set up a dedicated cloud region in Jamnagar to boost AI adoption, while Meta will work with Reliance to bring open-source AI models like Llama to Indian businesses. Ambani said the mission is to create affordable and trusted AI services for education, healthcare, agriculture, and enterprises, helping India lead in AI innovation. (PC: News18)

Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against Apple and OpenAI in a Texas court. Musk claims Apple’s deal with OpenAI gives ChatGPT unfair control on iPhones and blocks competition. His companies, X and xAI, are seeking billions in damages. Musk says Apple’s App Store makes it hard for other AI apps to compete. The case comes as Apple already faces antitrust battles in the US. OpenAI called Musk’s lawsuit “harassment.” Apple has not responded yet. The court fight could reshape how AI apps work on iPhones and who controls the future of chatbot technology. (PC: NDTV)

Chinese autonomous vehicle companies are turning to Singapore to expand their driverless services. Nasdaq-listed WeRide has launched the city-state’s first fully driverless robobus on Sentosa island, operating without a safety officer on board. Passengers ride free on fixed routes. Pony AI is also preparing robotaxi trials with local partner ComfortDelGro, while Baidu is eyeing entry into Southeast Asia. Experts say Singapore’s strict traffic rules, modern infrastructure, and openness to new technology make it an ideal hub. The government supports automation with national standards and committees guiding rollout. Still, safety, job loss, and liability concerns remain key challenges. (PC: HT)

OpenAI has introduced a new low-cost subscription called ChatGPT Go, priced at ₹399 per month, and available only in India for now. The plan offers 10 times more usage than the free version, along with double the memory for recalling past chats. However, it leaves out several premium features. Go users cannot access GPT-4o, Sora video tools, or app integrations like Gmail. Instead, the plan runs only on GPT-5. OpenAI said the India-first rollout will test affordability and demand before expanding globally. The plan is much cheaper than the ₹1,999 ChatGPT Plus subscription. (PC: Adobe Illustrator)

OpenAI has officially launched ChatGPT Go, a new subscription tier tailored for Indian users, priced at just ₹399/month. This plan is designed to bridge the gap between the free tier and the more premium Plus and Pro plans, making advanced AI tools more accessible to students, freelancers, and everyday users. Nick Turley, Vice President and Head of ChatGPT, announced that ChatGPT Go is rolling out in India first before expanding to other countries. He explained that one of the biggest requests from Indian users has been affordability and local payment options, which the new tier directly addresses. With ChatGPT Go, users get ten times higher message limits, ten times more image generations, ten times more file uploads, and double the memory length compared with the free plan. (PC: Mint & Phone Arena)