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Poverty and Developmental IssuesEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and ComputersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
27 Feb, 2026

Have AI products/LLMs started to disrupt the software services industry?, Pg11

AI revolution transforms Indian IT sector: Job roles evolve, revenue per engineer rises, and reskilling becomes crucial for workforce.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
27 Feb, 2026

The shift of critical minerals to India’s strategic centre, Pg10

India prioritizes critical minerals with policy momentum, aiming for mineral security through domestic processing, AI exploration, and strategic international partnerships.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
27 Feb, 2026

Smoother access for start-ups, swifter claim disposal in latest Railway reforms, Pg8

Railways unveils Rail Tech Policy and e-RCT system, fostering start-up innovation and expediting accident claim resolutions through digitization and increased funding.

Space Technology
27 Feb, 2026

Broken power circuit behind ISRO's failed launch of NVS-02 in Jan 2025, says panel, Pg4

ISRO's NVS-02 mission failure in January 2023 attributed to broken electrical circuit, corrective measures implemented for future launches.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
27 Feb, 2026

PM to inaugurate country’s first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Pg10

PM Modi to inaugurate India's first semiconductor fabrication plant in Sanand, Gujarat, with ₹22,516 crore investment, creating 5,000 jobs.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State Actors
27 Feb, 2026

'Extraordinarily productive': India and Israel elevate ties (17 pacts signed as Modi, Netanyahu hold talks; tech key to partnership), Pg3

India and Israel deepen ties, forging 'Special Strategic Partnership' with 17 agreements focused on technology, defense, and counter-terrorism.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
26 Feb, 2026

Loose connection made satellite miss orbit: panel, Pg14

ISRO panel reveals loose connection caused NVS-02 satellite to miss orbit, impacting NavIC constellation, corrective measures implemented.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Feb, 2026

What are carbon capture and utilisation technologies?, Pg10

India advances Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070, focusing on industrial decarbonization.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
26 Feb, 2026

Govt. to procure business jets for defence dignitaries and chiefs of armed forces, Pg12

Defence Ministry seeks long-range business jets for VIP transport amid fleet upgrade and safety concerns after recent aviation accidents.

Social Empowerment, Communalism, Regionalism and SecularismImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityScience and Technology in Everyday Life
26 Feb, 2026

Decolonising and de-Nobelising science, Pg9

Article urges decolonizing science by re-evaluating recognition metrics beyond Nobel Prizes, emphasizing inclusivity and diverse contributions in India.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
26 Feb, 2026

How are Indian firms training LLMs?, Pg10

Indian firms pioneer cost-effective LLM training with government support, aiming for AI models tailored to Indian languages and contexts.

E GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
26 Feb, 2026

India's first P2P decentralized energy trading pilot demonstrated (REC showcased a live demonstration of the PSP energy trading pilot program under the India Energy Stack, which allows consumers and farmers to trade renewable energy.), Pg18

REC demonstrates India's first P2P decentralized energy trading pilot under India Energy Stack, empowering consumers and farmers to trade renewable energy.

Government BudgetingIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
26 Feb, 2026

India's recent defence surge is not a sign of militarism. It is a sign of maturity, Pg11

India boosts defence spending by 15.19% to modernize military and deter aggression amid rising geopolitical tensions with China and Pakistan.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and Computers
25 Feb, 2026

IT sector stocks crash 5% as report warns of SaaS becoming obsolete; down 21% in Feb, Pg15

Indian IT sector faces turmoil as AI advancements threaten SaaS model, triggering stock crash and layoff fears.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
25 Feb, 2026

After AI Summit, a question: Has India chosen to be a consumer in age of creators?, Pg11

India's AI ambition faces reality check as insufficient funding threatens to relegate it to consumer status amid global tech race.

Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
25 Feb, 2026

Scientists confirm HIV capsid is a good drug target despite resistance, PgII

Scientists confirm HIV capsid as effective drug target, paving way for new generation of capsid-focused antiviral therapies.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilitySpace Technology
25 Feb, 2026

Committee to probe repeated failures of PSLV, says ISRO, Pg12

ISRO constitutes high-level committee led by K. Vijay Raghavan to investigate repeated PSLV failures and systemic issues.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
25 Feb, 2026

Amid DoT push, WhatsApp appears to test SIM-binding, Pg10

WhatsApp to enforce SIM-binding in India following DoT directive, enhancing security but raising user inconvenience concerns.

Indian Constitutional Evolution, Features, Amendments, Basic Structure DoctrineImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIT and ComputersRight to Information and Transparency in Government
25 Feb, 2026

Does the Data Act dilute the Right to Information Act?, Pg8

DPDP Act's amendment to RTI Act faces constitutional challenge, potentially diluting transparency and accountability in governance by restricting information access.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
25 Feb, 2026

An Israel visit — its strategic, economic, regional impact, Pg6

PM Modi's Israel visit in 2026 focuses on defence, trade, and regional security amidst West Asia tensions and evolving alliances.

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