Science & Technology

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Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

Warning signals for India from NATO’s Ankara summit, Pg8

NATO's Ankara Summit mandates 5% GDP defense spending, shifting global arms market to sellers' advantage, signaling warning for India's defense self-reliance.

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

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: IMPLEMENTATION OF BIOE3 POLICY

Union Cabinet's BioE3 Policy propels biomanufacturing, establishing Bio-AI Hubs and fostering Centre-State collaboration for economic and environmental resilience.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and ComputersBiotechnology
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: RDI FUND UNDER ANRF

Union Cabinet approved ₹1 lakh crore RDI Fund, launched by PM, to boost strategic technology sectors and Atmanirbharta through blended financing.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEducation SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: PROGRESS OF INSPIRE PROGRAMME

Parliament reveals INSPIRE program's success, nurturing 1.5 lakh young scientists annually with significant funding, expanding outreach to rural and remote districts.

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

Successful development of first indigenous Expendable Turbo Jet Engine of 350 kg thrust class

India's DRDO and Azad Engineering successfully develop first indigenous 350 kg thrust expendable turbo jet engine, marking a major aerospace defence milestone.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE Technology in Aid of FarmersScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: IMPLEMENTATION OF MISSION MAUSAM

PM launches Mission Mausam 2025, deploying cutting-edge tech, AI/ML, and advanced radars for a 'Weather-ready, Climate-smart' India.

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

DRDO conducts successful maiden flight-test of ‘Kusha’ Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile

DRDO successfully flight-tests 'Kusha' Long-Range Surface-to-Air Missile, boosting India's indigenous air defence capabilities against diverse aerial threats.

Union State Relations and Federal StructureGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
24 Jul, 2026

Measures Taken to Tackle Cyber Frauds

DoT's ASTR AI tool and Sanchar Saathi's Chakshu facility disconnect 1.38 crore fraudulent mobile connections, bolstering India's cybercrime combat efforts.

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

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: ENHANCING NUCLEAR ENERGY GENERATION

Parliament enacts SHANTI Act 2025, targeting 100 GW nuclear power by 2047, boosting indigenous SMRs and FBRs with public-private participation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: NUCLEAR FUEL PROGRAMME

India's DAE advances indigenous thorium-based nuclear program, developing Molten Salt Reactors for long-term energy security and self-reliance.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
24 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: INDIA’S SPACE LAUNCH PROGRAMME

India's space program achieves lunar south pole landing, solar observatory, and targets USD 44 billion economy by 2033, boosting private sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Jul, 2026

India using too many powerful antibiotics meant for specific infections: Study, Pg8

New Lancet study reveals India's alarming overuse of 'watch' antibiotics at 9.8 DID, fueling antimicrobial resistance and jeopardizing public health outcomes.

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

IAF chief: Future wars can't be fought by individual Services, Pg5

IAF chief advocates jointness and rapid tech for future wars, commissions indigenous INS Malvan, bolstering India's Aatmanirbhar defense capabilities.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and ComputersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
23 Jul, 2026

AI future needs responsible data-centre regulation, Pg11

As global cities halt AI data center construction over environmental strain, India's aggressive expansion risks water depletion and social costs without robust regulation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
23 Jul, 2026

Science thrives on a global outlook, an inclusive culture. FCRA makes it difficult, Pg11

Expert warns restrictive FCRA provisions, like fund repatriation and sub-granting bans, severely impede India's scientific research ecosystem and global collaborations, hindering progress.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIT and ComputersEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
23 Jul, 2026

Convergent perils: luminaries against human ethics being outsourced to AI, Pg II

Nobel laureates issue Rome Declaration, demanding international treaty to ban AI control over nuclear weapons, citing existential threat to humanity.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
23 Jul, 2026

50 OTT platforms blocked in past two years, says Minister, Pg14

Union Minister reveals government blocked 50 OTT platforms in two years for obscene content and IT Act violations, citing new digital media rules.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsEducation SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Jul, 2026

IMPLEMENTATION OF AI-ENABLED ACADEMIC SUPPORT IN EMRSs

Tribal Affairs Ministry rolls out Medha AI digital platform across all EMRSs by 2026, revolutionizing tribal education with AI-powered personalized learning and teacher support.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndian DiasporaInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers
23 Jul, 2026

India, Panama Chart New Maritime Partnership Focused on Logistics, Digital Innovation and Global Connectivity

India and Panama deepen maritime ties, identifying logistics, digital transformation, and security as key pillars for strategic partnership and global trade.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: COMMERCIALISATION AND TRANSFER OF GOVERNMENT-DEVELOPED TECHNOLOGIES

Government drives technology commercialization through NRDC, CSIR, DBT, and DST, licensing 1,000+ innovations, fostering startups, and generating significant revenue.

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