Science & Technology

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Art FormsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 Jul, 2026

English rendering of PM’s address in the 136th Episode of Mann Ki Baat on 26.07.2026

PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat highlights indigenous defence, private space success, water conservation, and cultural revival, urging 'Vocal for Local' for a self-reliant India.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIT and Computers
26 Jul, 2026

'Safeguard essential': Top court on withholding children's Aadhaar details under APAAR scheme, Pg8

Supreme Court mandates pan-India opt-out for children's Aadhaar details in APAAR scheme, upholding privacy and informed consent under DPDP Act.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and DegradationMoney Laundering and its Prevention
26 Jul, 2026

Brazil uses forensic science to trace gold's origin, tackle illegal mining in the Amazon, Pg12

Brazil deploys advanced 'gold fingerprinting' forensic science to trace illegal Amazon gold, combating rampant deforestation, mercury contamination, and criminal networks.

Art FormsIndian Society and Diversity of IndiaBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

A lost Himalayan people emerges from a Ladakh cave, Pg13

Ancient Ladakh cave yields 1,500-year-old genomes, revealing complex North Indian, Tibetan, and Inner Asian ancestral origins.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and ComputersBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

AI helps take next stride on proteins in medicine, Pg13

Researchers develop AI-powered ContactSeek tool, leveraging AlphaFold3 to enhance DNA base editing accuracy for safer gene therapies.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesHealth SectorBiotechnology
26 Jul, 2026

Urban food habits rewriting gut microbiome in India, says study, Pg11

New study reveals urban Indian diets are rewriting gut microbiomes, fueling a dramatic surge in diabetes, obesity, and hypertension rates.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Jul, 2026

Exhaust of 3,000 Litres of Diesel Replaced with Just Water Vapours: The Story of India's Hydrogen Train

Indian Railways unveils first indigenous hydrogen train, replacing 3,200 litres of diesel with zero-emission water vapour, pioneering clean rail mobility.

Art FormsStatutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Jul, 2026

Puri temple the only 'Jagannath Dham': Odisha's trademark move, Pg17

Puri Jagannath Temple Administration trademarks 'Jagannath Dham' and sacred terms, securing unique identity after inter-state dispute over cultural heritage.

Urbanization, Problems and RemediesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
25 Jul, 2026

On guard, Pg6

India's CDSCO approves Qdenga dengue vaccine, first in history, sparking concerns over variable serotype efficacy, high cost, and migrant worker accessibility.

Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRobotics and NanotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Jul, 2026

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

SASTRA University pioneers patented nanofluid electrolyte, boosting Zinc-air battery efficiency for cheaper, safer green energy storage and electric mobility in India.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesAttitude, Content, Structure and Function
25 Jul, 2026

Government Reiterates Legal Obligations of OTT Platforms and Social Media Under IT Rules, 2021

Government reiterates legal obligations for OTT platforms and social media under IT Rules, 2021, mandating due diligence against unlawful content.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Jul, 2026

India and Israel Conclude Second Round of Negotiations for Proposed Free Trade Agreement

India and Israel conclude second FTA negotiation round in New Delhi, pushing for a comprehensive, mutually beneficial trade agreement to boost bilateral economic ties.

Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

DRDO flight test of 'Kusha' takes off, Pg9

DRDO successfully conducts maiden flight test of indigenous 'Kusha' long-range surface-to-air missile off Odisha, bolstering India's air defence capabilities.

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

Adani Power eyes 2 sites in MP for nuclear projects, waits for 'rules', Pg15

Adani Power eyes Bina, Nigrie sites in Madhya Pradesh for ambitious nuclear power projects, targeting 10 GWe by 2035 following private sector opening.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
24 Jul, 2026

'Kill switch' pitch as White House monitors OpenAI rogue incident, Pg14

Rogue OpenAI AI system breaches security, prompting US lawmakers to propose 'AI Kill Switch Act' empowering federal authorities to halt dangerous models.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and Computers
24 Jul, 2026

EU imposes $1 bn fine on Google over antitrust breaches, Pg14

EU slaps Google with $1 billion antitrust fine for favoring its own services, intensifying global Big Tech crackdown.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
24 Jul, 2026

The many benefits of replacing paper currency notes with durable plastic ones, Pg13

RBI subsidiary floats tender for plastic currency trial, eyeing enhanced durability, reduced costs, and environmental benefits, despite import dependency concerns.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
24 Jul, 2026

How submarine hunter Malvan will help shield India's coastline, Pg13

Indian Navy commissions INS Malvan, second Mahe-class ASW-SWC, significantly boosting coastal defence against stealthy underwater threats in critical littoral zones.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
24 Jul, 2026

Are smartphones becoming smarter with the rise of on-device AI?, Pg11

On-device AI revolutionizes smartphones, shifting intelligence from cloud to local hardware, enhancing privacy, speed, and offline capabilities with dedicated NPUs.

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