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Banks, schools, colleges and offices holiday tomorrow: What's open and what's closed on November 9, a day after Diwali; check latest announcements
November 9, 2026, will see different holiday arrangements across India following Diwali on Sunday. Gujarat and Tamil Nadu have announced additional holidays, while government offices in Mumbai, Pune and parts of Maharashtra will also remain closed. Banks will largely operate normally, subject to the RBI's city-wise holiday calendar.
AI's race to transform the world before the money runs out
Cumulative spending globally on data centers alone could top $30 trillion by 2050, according to a projection by PwC, almost matching the value of outstanding US Treasuries. It "dwarfs" what was spent in the railroad or dotcom booms, even after adjusting for inflation, PwC said.
AI's race to transform the world before the money runs out
Investment in AI technology continues to rise, surpassing historical investments seen in railways and the internet. Major AI firms are expected to spend trillions to develop their infrastructures in the coming years. However, economists express concerns regarding the expected productivity gains and their potential to materialise.
UP PGT Notification 2026 out: Check vacancy, application form, eligibility criteria, fees and more
The UPESSC has released the UP PGT Notification 2026 for 2,607 teaching vacancies in aided secondary schools across Uttar Pradesh. Applications begin September 18, with the fee deadline on October 17 and corrections allowed until October 21. The written examination will be held on December 15 and 16, with eligibility, fees, vacancies and selection rules varying by subject and category.
‘Madan Dilawar, you have 48 hrs’: CJP seeks Rajasthan minister’s resignation if demands aren’t met
A school inspection by the Cockroach Janta Party in Jaipur’s Rampura Kanwarpura village turned into a confrontation, with the CJP alleging that its volunteers were attacked by BJP-linked men and accusing police of inaction. The group has given the Rajasthan government 48 hours to arrest those responsible and withdraw school-entry restrictions, failing which it has threatened a statewide agitation and demanded Education Minister Madan Dilawar’s resignation. Locals have denied the assault allegations and offered a different account of the clash.
PhysicsWallah dials down schools push after investor unease
PhysicsWallah is shifting its K-12 expansion strategy to an asset-light, online-led model, moving away from capital-intensive school operations. This pivot aims to reassure investors by focusing on school partnerships and online platforms, while limiting K-12 revenue contribution to less than 1%.
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PwC launches AI framework to unlock $550 billion in five sectors
PwC India launched an AI framework at Davos, saying artificial intelligence could add $550 billion to India’s economy by 2035. The plan focuses on agriculture, education, energy, healthcare and manufacturing to drive inclusive growth. Leaders said strong governance, skills and infrastructure are key to making AI people-centric.
JEE Mains 2026: Registration ends soon; here’s the process and required documents
The registration for JEE Main 2026 January session closes on November 27, with the exam scheduled from January 21-30. Candidates can apply online at jeemain.nta.nic.in. The second session will be held from April 1-10, with registrations expected in late January. Applicants need to upload a photograph, signature, and Class X certificate.
Visually impaired students join voter awareness drive under SVEEP in Kolkata’s Rashbehari constituency
A voter awareness campaign took place at LightHouse for the Blind. The Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation program aimed to educate visually impaired students. Officials distributed Braille leaflets and EPIC cards. Students shared insights on strengthening democracy. Seventeen new voter enrolment applications were collected. The event encouraged participation in the electoral process. Arindam Niyogi and Subrata Pal were present.
India Inc sets sights on PwDs for shop floor
India Inc is increasing the hiring of people with disabilities in manufacturing to promote inclusivity and innovation. Companies like Godrej Consumer, Tata Motors, and PepsiCo are implementing safety measures and accessibility audits. Despite rising demand, a skills gap persists among PwD candidates due to educational marginalization.
PwC in major accounting scandal? China may impose record fine on PricewaterhouseCoopers over Evergrande auditing work
China is set to impose a record fine on PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP and may suspend some of its local operations due to its involvement in a major financial fraud case with China Evergrande Group. The Ministry of Finance is expected to announce the penalties soon, with a potential fine of at least 1 billion yuan. This move comes amidst heightened scrutiny on financial risks in China, with President Xi Jinping emphasizing the need for stronger financial oversight. PwC's Chinese arm, PricewaterhouseCoopers Zhong Tian LLP, was Evergrande's auditor during the period in question and has faced challenges in other jurisdictions as well.
From IITs to IIMs, leading educational institutions in India dial up efforts to attract students with disabilities
IITs and IIMs, including IIT Madras and IIM Calcutta, prioritize inclusivity by supporting students with disabilities like Sachin Kumar. Through various initiatives and collaborations, these institutes strive to create an accommodating and diverse learning environment.
At least one booth in every Delhi constituency to be manned by differently-abled: CEO
Delhi promotes inclusivity by having at least one polling booth in each parliamentary constituency manned by persons with disabilities. Most stations are disabled-friendly. CEO Krishnamurthy ensures necessary arrangements, including pick-and-drop facilities for senior citizens. Polls on May 25.
The Netflix model may just save India’s online learning apps
Byju’s rapid decline has put a big dampener on that excitement. Yet, online education is still a viable proposition in the world’s most-populous nation, though it’s the test-prep market that has real demand, not K-12 or coding.
Budget 2024: Why these schemes need special awareness drives
The National Trust of the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, has various schemes for the inclusion of “Divyangjan” into the mainstream.
ETS India signs MoU with Physics Wallah to help study-abroad aspirants prepare for TOEFL, GRE
To provide holistic guidance and support to students aspiring to study in leading international universities and help them prepare for the GRE and TOEFL exams, Educational Testing Service (ETS) India has signed a memorandum of understanding with Physics Wallah (PW). As part of the collaboration, students will be provided free one-on-one counselling sessions.
B-schools push plans to attract more differently-abled students
Though efforts to this end have been ongoing for some time, the pool of such persons with disabilities or PwD candidates is still limited with few such candidates applying for MBA courses, officials said.
PwC India announces collaboration with UNICEF and YuWaah to upskill 300 million youth in India over next decade
This announcement is part of the consulting firm’s global collaboration with UNICEF in support of Generation Unlimited - a multi-sector partnership aimed at helping 1.8 billion young people transition from school to work by 2030.
Children in India vulnerable to climate change: PwC Report
The report-- Protect a generation: Climate security for India’s children— said that there are some eight ways through which policymakers could address the child-related climate change considerations.
Imarticus Learning, SP Jain School of Global Management launch professional certificate in fintech
To further facilitate the learning, S P Jain School of Global Management will also be providing mentoring sessions to help students with the approach to these real-life projects.
Topline recruiters make beeline for emerging engineering talent
Top recruiters get early slots at premium engineering colleges based largely on salaries and profiles.
Consulting companies keep the show going at B-school summers
At XLRI, there has been a 37% increase in summer internship offers from consulting firms compared to last year, with the institute receiving 56 offers from such firms. At IIM Calcutta, three new consulting firms visited for the first time, even as Axis Bank, Yes Bank and Bank of Baroda —which visited last year — did not come in this time.
What companies and government are doing to empower persons with disabilities
India’s largest ecommerce company Flipkart recruiting over 300 differently-abled employees by the end of this year speaks of a growing culture of workplace inclusivity among corporates.
Govt explores ways to get people on a cashless trip
The government is also considering digitising payments for fertiliser subsidies.
Government explores ways to nudge people towards cashless transactions
The government is pushing players in the banking and payments ecosystem to encourage cashless payments at merchant outlets through UPI and BHIM.
Skype can be used for ID check using Aadhaar database: Microsoft
Bhaskar did not comment the proceedings of the meeting as company representatives were not present at the meeting.
Technology advancements in emerging economies like India will alter payments landscape: PwC
The report predicts that the potential of emerging markets to leapfrog developments will result in creation of an advanced payments ecosystem.
PE investments in India plunge 35% to $1616 million in April-June
PE investments in the country have fallen by 35 per cent to $1,616 million across 97 deals in the second quarter of this calender year.
Indian executives less willing to accept pay cuts in jobs compared to global peers: PwC, LSE study
Indians are less likely to settle for a pay cut in jobs compared to global peers. 28% of the global senior executives were willing to settle for less.
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