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Health SectorBiotechnology
20 Apr, 2026

How altered mosquitoes could reshape malaria control, PgII

Gene-edited mosquitoes show promise in blocking malaria transmission in Tanzania, offering a novel approach to combatting the deadly disease.

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

‘Nuclear plants require lifetime commitment’, Pg12

India's SHANTI Act aims to boost nuclear capacity to 100 GW by 2047, inviting private sector with strict safety norms.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
20 Apr, 2026

Antibody for Epstein-Barr virus, Pg18

Scientists develop human-like antibody, Pg18, offering potential breakthrough in preventing Epstein-Barr virus infections and associated cancers in transplant patients.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
20 Apr, 2026

Odisha kicks off India's 1st 3D chip packaging plant, Pg15

Odisha inaugurates India's first 3D chip packaging plant with Rs 1,934 crore investment under India Semiconductor Mission.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
20 Apr, 2026

Fast breeder reactors to play key role in long-term energy security, Pg15

NPCIL emphasizes fast breeder reactors' pivotal role in India's energy security, aiming 54 GWe capacity by 2047 with private sector collaboration.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeRobotics and Nanotechnology
19 Apr, 2026

Human judgment remains vital for safe robotic surgery, Pg10

Robotic surgery faces hurdles: adaptability, liability, data scarcity, and cost hinder full autonomy, emphasizing human oversight for safety.

IT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
19 Apr, 2026

AI can learn from ‘hidden signals’ in training data, Pg10

AI models inherit hidden behavioral traits through seemingly unrelated data, posing safety risks despite data cleaning efforts, research reveals.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
19 Apr, 2026

Sibling transplant successfully eradicates patient’s HIV, Pg10

Breakthrough: Stem cell transplant from HIV-resistant sibling achieves long-term remission in 63-year-old man, offering hope for HIV cure.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
19 Apr, 2026

Centre sets up panel to support AI Governance and Economic Group, Pg4

MeitY establishes Technology and Policy Expert Committee (TPEC) to bolster AI Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG) with specialized expertise.

Effects of Liberalization on the EconomyInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
19 Apr, 2026

Atomic energy body OKs nuclear power FDI policy, consultation next (SHANTI ACT PUSH), Pg4

Atomic Energy Commission approves FDI policy for nuclear power sector, aiming for 100 GW capacity by 2047 with ₹20 lakh crore investment.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeBasics of Cyber Security
17 Apr, 2026

Should the Mythos AI model raise cybersecurity alarms?, Pg9

Anthropic's Mythos AI model raises cybersecurity concerns with its ability to autonomously identify and exploit software vulnerabilities, impacting bug bounty programs.

Health SectorBiotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPREthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
17 Apr, 2026

Cancer cure must not be hostage to Big Pharma, Pg11

Cancer drug Keytruda's high cost and patent issues spark ethical concerns; India urged to boost biosimilar production and innovation.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBasics of Cyber Security
16 Apr, 2026

Devious menace, Pg8

Kerala student suicides highlight predatory loan app menace; government mulls legislation amid regulatory gaps and data privacy concerns.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeSpace Technology
15 Apr, 2026

Measuring the universe, PgII

Hubble tension persists: Astronomers reaffirm universe's expansion rate at 73.5 km/s/Mpc, deepening mystery around cosmic expansion discrepancies.

Population and Associated IssuesHealth SectorBiotechnology
15 Apr, 2026

New cell therapy shows promise to treat frailty among elderly, PgII

Stem cell therapy shows promise in treating frailty among elderly, potentially improving endurance and quality of life, finds study.

IT and ComputersIntellectual Property Rights, IPRBasics of Cyber Security
15 Apr, 2026

What are the legal consequences of piracy?, Pg8

Vijay-starrer 'Jana Nayagan' piracy case highlights legal loopholes; Copyright Act, Cinematograph Act provisions examined for enforcement and implications.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life
14 Apr, 2026

Physics has not figured out why matter comes in ‘flavours’, PgII

Particle physics grapples with 'flavour puzzle': Why fundamental matter particles come in triplicate generations with unexplained mass differences?

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeRole of External State and Non State Actors
14 Apr, 2026

Mutually automated destruction: the escalating global AI weapons race, Pg21

Global AI arms race intensifies as US, China, and Russia develop autonomous weapons, raising concerns about future warfare unpredictability.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
13 Apr, 2026

Drug for hepatitis E, Pg19

Heminifosbuvir, a hepatitis C drug, shows promise in treating hepatitis E by disrupting viral replication in animal trials.

Economics of Animal RearingAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyBiotechnology
13 Apr, 2026

Kashmir scientists crack cultivation of rare morel mushrooms, Pg13

Kashmiri scientists achieve breakthrough in cultivating rare, expensive Morel mushrooms, potentially revolutionizing J&K's bioeconomy and farmer incomes.

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