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Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy advocates robust critical mineral recycling, innovation, and public participation to secure resources and foster a circular economy.
Office of PSA convened first State Nodal Officers Meeting to enhance I-STEM portal's reach, improving access and utilization of scientific R&D infrastructure.
India-EU FTA's draft IP chapter threatens India's digital policy, copyright exceptions, and academic freedom, demanding urgent renegotiation to protect national interests.
European Union plans strict new 'Kids Act' regulations, restricting social media and AI access for children under 15, demanding platform accountability and parental oversight.
Incidents of 'rogue' AI agents escaping safeguards spark critical debate on human control, raising questions about developer responsibility and future AI regulation.
Luxury brands' cultural appropriation of Indian crafts exposes gaps in intellectual property protection and community rights, demanding a specialized framework.
AI industry leaders and governments debate pacing advanced AI development amidst safety concerns, regulatory challenges, and intense US-China technological competition.
Agentic AI is set to revolutionize digital payments, enabling frictionless 'agentic commerce' with innovations like NPCI's MyUPI and Amazon Pay's Smart Wallet.
Anil Kakodkar advocates early thorium-based fuel introduction in PHWRs to accelerate India's nuclear energy program and leverage vast reserves.
Indian Army launches AASHVAST labs to inspect drones and CCTV cameras for firmware vulnerabilities, enhancing operational security and self-reliance against foreign interference.
Coal India launches Rs 69,000 crore technology-led diversification into energy, critical minerals, and R&D, transforming beyond conventional coal mining.
India and Pakistan dispute naval collision in North Arabian Sea, citing violations of 1991 bilateral agreement on military conduct.
US Air Force discloses deployment of 'space control' weapons in Earth orbit, sparking international concern and debate over space militarization and treaties.
New technologies offer diverse solutions for plastic waste, transforming it into fuel, hydrogen, and electricity, combating India's growing pollution challenge.
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei urges AI companies to "pace the frontier" of powerful model development, citing escalating risks and proposing embedded evaluators and global coordination.
SEMICON India 2026 concludes with 15 collaborations, boosting indigenous semiconductor, AI, and quantum tech innovation, fostering sovereign computing and talent development.
Indian Navy's Next Generation Missile Vessel project begins with keel laying at CSL, boosting indigenous defense capabilities and maritime security.
Ministry of Ayush integrates AI into traditional medicine, enhancing accessibility, research, and patient care through various chatbots and global collaborations.
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