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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
31 Jul, 2026

ISRO's NavIC System Can No Longer Provide Navigation Data Independently: Govt, Pg9

Government admits ISRO's NavIC system can no longer provide independent navigation data after satellite failure, requiring minimum four operational satellites.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace Technology
31 Jul, 2026

ISRO & Japanese scientists review mission Chandrayaan-5 preparation, Pg8

ISRO and JAXA scientists review Chandrayaan-5, a joint lunar polar exploration mission with NASA and ESA, targeting a 2028 launch to study lunar water.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
31 Jul, 2026

E20 petrol can reduce fuel economy by 2-6%: Gadkari, Pg6

Minister Gadkari reveals E20 petrol cuts fuel economy by 2-6% but offers 30% lower carbon emissions and better vehicle performance.

Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
31 Jul, 2026

Vikram-1 of Skyroot Aerospace scripted history by becoming the first privately developed Indian rocket to reach the orbit on July 18, Pg15

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket made history, becoming India's first privately developed rocket to reach orbit, signifying a major leap for the nation's space tech ecosystem.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
31 Jul, 2026

E20 can reduce fuel economy by 2%-6%, says Nitin Gadkari, Pg15

Minister Gadkari reveals E20 fuel reduces economy by 2-6% but cuts carbon emissions by 30%, citing a joint study.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
31 Jul, 2026

The next DPI — how India can commoditise AI, Pg10

India aims to commoditise AI, replicating its DPI success with cheap compute, open-source models, and a unified interface to democratize intelligence.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologySpace Technology
31 Jul, 2026

Scientists Discover Faster Rotation In The Sun’s Upper Atmosphere

Scientists discover Sun's upper atmosphere rotates faster than its visible surface, defying classical physics and impacting space weather models.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorIT and ComputersBiotechnology
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Biotechnology And AI Based Research

Government expands biotechnology and AI research, integrating computational biology, genomics, and medical imaging for precision diagnostics and inclusive growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Expenditure On R&D

India's R&D expenditure surges to 0.84% of GDP, driven by government initiatives and private sector investment, boosting global innovation ranking.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
31 Jul, 2026

Government of India Promotes AI and Digital Tech Adoption to Boost MSME Productivity

Government launches ₹10,371 crore IndiaAI Mission to boost MSME productivity and competitiveness through widespread AI and digital technology adoption.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
31 Jul, 2026

Government Adopts Multi-Pronged Roadmap to Build a Robust Semiconductor Talent Pipeline Across Design, Manufacturing and Advanced Packaging

India launches multi-pronged roadmap under Semicon India Programme to develop robust semiconductor talent pipeline for design, manufacturing, and advanced packaging.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
31 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Framework to Counter AI-Generated Deepfakes Through Legal Safeguards, Platform Accountability and Citizen Protection

Government fortifies legal and regulatory framework, including IT Act amendments and BNS, to combat AI-generated deepfakes, ensuring platform accountability and citizen protection.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
31 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Cyber Resilience Against AI-Enabled Cyber Threats Through AI-Driven Detection, Vulnerability Assessment And Threat Intelligence

Government fortifies cyber defenses against AI-powered threats with advanced detection, vulnerability assessment, and threat intelligence measures through CERT-In.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and ComputersDisaster and Disaster Management
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Brahmaputra Flood Forecasting and Climate Resilience Mission

Parliament discusses Mission Mausam, strengthening Brahmaputra flood forecasting and climate resilience through advanced AI/ML and numerical weather prediction models.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Enhancing Nuclear Energy

Government unveils ambitious roadmap to achieve 100 GW nuclear power by 2047, deploying indigenous PHWRs and SMRs for Net Zero goals.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Generation of Nuclear Power

India currently operates 24 nuclear power reactors with 8,780 MW capacity, demonstrating higher Plant Load Factor than thermal plants, as per Union Minister's Rajya Sabha reply.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Human Spaceflight And Indigenous Space Technology

India targets indigenous Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035, advancing Gaganyaan human spaceflight program with critical technology development for self-reliance.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
30 Jul, 2026

12% Of Non-Agri Jobs At Risk Due To Gen AI, Says Goldman Sachs, Pg9

Goldman Sachs warns 12% of India's non-agricultural jobs face substitution risk from Generative AI, impacting 42-48% of workforce.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
30 Jul, 2026

Dengue Vaccine Must Complement Prevention, Pg13

India approves Qdenga, its first dengue vaccine, emphasizing integrated vector management and public health strategies for comprehensive disease control.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
30 Jul, 2026

May services growth halved to under 10%, data suggests, Pg9

MoSPI's experimental Index of Services Production indicates India's services sector growth halved to 9.5% in May, down from 20.5% in April.

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