Science and Technology in Everyday Life
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How are courts protecting personality rights?, Pg12
Indian courts increasingly protect celebrity personality rights against misuse, balancing free speech with individual dignity in the digital age.
Is it feasible to blend isobutanol and diesel?, Pg 13.
The Union Transport Ministry and Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) are studying the feasibility of blending isobutanol with diesel after ethanol–diesel blending attempts failed. This could help utilise India’s surplus biofuel production and contribute to emission reduction targets.
Welfare at the mercy of the machine, Pg7
Facial Recognition Software (FRS) in Anganwadis raises concerns about dehumanization, dignity, and access to welfare for vulnerable communities.
Upgrading Army radars, Pg 16.
Indian Army boosts air defense with advanced radar procurement after Pakistani drone breaches during Operation Sindoor, enhancing border security.
Securing valleys and slopes, Pg 12.
Himalayan states face climate-induced disasters; coordinated disaster response showcases tech adoption, but preparedness gaps demand citizen involvement and resilient infrastructure.
Unseen labour, exploitation: the hidden human cost of Artificial Intelligence, Pg11
AI's rise hides exploitation: Underpaid 'ghost workers' in developing nations fuel AI, facing harsh conditions and ethical concerns.
SC moots control rooms to independently monitor CCTVs in police stations, Pg 9.
Supreme Court proposes AI-monitored CCTV control rooms in police stations to curb custodial deaths and ensure accountability, involving IITs for oversight.
Positioning India in an unruly world, Pg8
Article analyzes India's great power ambitions amidst US-China rivalry, emphasizing India's unique civilizational strengths and technological advancements.
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