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Katrin Lehmann, Mercedes-Benz’s CIO, highlights the importance of the Bengaluru R&D center and its proximity to partners like SAP and Infosys. The center's innovations, including digital twins and AI, are accelerating automotive development and reducing costs. AI enhances production efficiency and sales predictions, emphasizing the growing role of IT in the automotive industry.

Elon Musk’s Tesla cars in India: The US government is urging India to lower import tariffs on automobiles, which currently reach up to 110%. This reduction is crucial for Tesla's market entry in India.

Hero MotoCorp maintained its top position in India’s two-wheeler market in February 2025, selling 3,85,988 units and securing a 28.52% market share. Despite a decrease from February 2024's sales, Hero stayed ahead of Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India in year-to-date sales by a significant margin.

Hydrogen fuel cells offer an eco-friendly alternative to fossil fuels by generating electricity with only water as a byproduct. Investing in green hydrogen infrastructure will facilitate the transition to clean energy. Government policies and technological advancements are crucial in establishing hydrogen's role in transportation, contributing to global carbon emission reduction goals.

Ford has inaugurated a new tech centre in Bengaluru to drive AI and digital innovations globally, addressing a talent shortage in specialized skills. The centre focuses on e-commerce, digital, AI, cybersecurity, and DevSecOps, significantly contributing to vehicle design, repair solutions, and commercial fleet management.

A 10-year study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that individuals in Japan who quit alcohol experienced higher levels of LDL or 'bad' cholesterol and lower levels of HDL or 'good' cholesterol, compared to those who continued drinking. Researchers suggest monitoring lipid profile changes for effective cardiovascular disease risk management, while experts caution about the study's methodology.

A study by SKIMS Medical College in Srinagar has found that the acknowledgments in medical theses in J&K often use repetitive, copy-pasted phrases. Common expressions thanking guides and invoking divine blessings appear frequently, indicating a lack of originality. The study highlights concerns about the inventiveness and independent thinking of future doctors in their research.

As Tesla gears up to enter India's electric vehicle market, JSW Group chairman Sajjan Jindal's remarks have gained significant attention on social platforms. He expressed strong faith in the market dominance of Indian manufacturers Tata Motors and Mahindra & Mahindra and said that Elon Musk will find it difficult to be successful in India.

Gold ETFs inflows dropped 47.22% to Rs 1,979 crore in February despite record-high gold prices, reflecting profit-taking and equity market opportunities. However, inflows still saw a 99% year-on-year increase. UTI Gold ETF led with 3.70% returns. Gold remains an essential portfolio diversifier amid global uncertainty, with AUM growing 7% to Rs 55,677 crore.