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Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9

India's medical device industry divided over refurbished equipment imports amidst safety concerns and domestic manufacturing impact, regulatory clarity sought.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

16 Feb, 2026

Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9

India's medical device industry divided over refurbished equipment imports amidst safety concerns and domestic manufacturing impact, regulatory clarity sought.

16 Feb, 2026

Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15

India aims to become global AI hub, focusing on talent, infrastructure, and ethical AI governance amid concerns of job displacement.

Education Sector Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Science and Technology in Everyday Life Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

16 Feb, 2026

Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15

India aims to become global AI hub, focusing on talent, infrastructure, and ethical AI governance amid concerns of job displacement.

16 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers

AI summit begins today, real-world solutions on table, Pg1

India hosts AI Impact Summit 2026, positioning itself as a leader in AI solutions for the Global South.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements IT and Computers

16 Feb, 2026

AI summit begins today, real-world solutions on table, Pg1

India hosts AI Impact Summit 2026, positioning itself as a leader in AI solutions for the Global South.

16 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

What has govt. laid down on AI labelling?, Pg13

Government mandates AI-generated content labeling on social media platforms, aiming to combat deepfakes and misinformation effectively from February 20.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

15 Feb, 2026

What has govt. laid down on AI labelling?, Pg13

Government mandates AI-generated content labeling on social media platforms, aiming to combat deepfakes and misinformation effectively from February 20.

15 Feb, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

There are two ways to build skills using AI tools, Pg12

AI tools' impact on skill development: Study reveals cognitive offloading hinders deep learning, emphasizing active mental engagement for expertise.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

15 Feb, 2026

There are two ways to build skills using AI tools, Pg12

AI tools' impact on skill development: Study reveals cognitive offloading hinders deep learning, emphasizing active mental engagement for expertise.

15 Feb, 2026

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Can a hospital gas help fight drug-resistant pneumonia?, Pg12

High-dose inhaled nitric oxide shows promise in combating drug-resistant pneumonia in ICU settings, reveals study on pigs.

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

15 Feb, 2026

Can a hospital gas help fight drug-resistant pneumonia?, Pg12

High-dose inhaled nitric oxide shows promise in combating drug-resistant pneumonia in ICU settings, reveals study on pigs.

15 Feb, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

IIT-Delhi, Germany team makes ‘chiral valve’ to sort current, Pg12

IIT-Delhi and German scientists create 'chiral valve' to sort electrons by handedness, potentially enabling low-power electronics.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

15 Feb, 2026

IIT-Delhi, Germany team makes ‘chiral valve’ to sort current, Pg12

IIT-Delhi and German scientists create 'chiral valve' to sort electrons by handedness, potentially enabling low-power electronics.

15 Feb, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Haematocytes use sleep to help maintain brain health, Pg12

Fruit fly study reveals sleep's crucial role: Immune cells clear brain fats, impacting memory and lifespan significantly.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life

15 Feb, 2026

Haematocytes use sleep to help maintain brain health, Pg12

Fruit fly study reveals sleep's crucial role: Immune cells clear brain fats, impacting memory and lifespan significantly.

15 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora IT and Computers

20 heads of states to attend AI Impact Summit next week, Pg8

India to host AI Impact Summit 2026 with 20 heads of state, focusing on AI cooperation and governance.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Important International Institutions, Agencies and Fora IT and Computers

14 Feb, 2026

20 heads of states to attend AI Impact Summit next week, Pg8

India to host AI Impact Summit 2026 with 20 heads of state, focusing on AI cooperation and governance.

14 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

For AI's benefits, we need inclusivity, equitable access and capability sharing, Pg18

ICAIN's Katharina Frey highlights AI inclusivity, equitable access, and capability sharing for India's AI leadership, emphasizing sustainable infrastructure and global cooperation.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

14 Feb, 2026

For AI's benefits, we need inclusivity, equitable access and capability sharing, Pg18

ICAIN's Katharina Frey highlights AI inclusivity, equitable access, and capability sharing for India's AI leadership, emphasizing sustainable infrastructure and global cooperation.

14 Feb, 2026

Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Minister introduces Bodhan AI at conclave, Pg16

Education Ministry launches Bodhan AI, an open-source 'Bharat EduAI Stack,' aiming to integrate artificial intelligence across all education levels.

Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

13 Feb, 2026

Minister introduces Bodhan AI at conclave, Pg16

Education Ministry launches Bodhan AI, an open-source 'Bharat EduAI Stack,' aiming to integrate artificial intelligence across all education levels.

13 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Too fake to be good, Pg10

IT Rules 2026 amendment mandates AI imagery labeling but raises concerns over reduced content takedown timelines and freedom of expression.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors IT and Computers Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

13 Feb, 2026

Too fake to be good, Pg10

IT Rules 2026 amendment mandates AI imagery labeling but raises concerns over reduced content takedown timelines and freedom of expression.

13 Feb, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

HAL secures Rs 2,312 crore deal to supply 8 Dornier 228 aircraft enhancing Indian Coast Guard's maritime capabilities.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

13 Feb, 2026

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

HAL secures Rs 2,312 crore deal to supply 8 Dornier 228 aircraft enhancing Indian Coast Guard's maritime capabilities.

13 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

AI applications stack — what India can bring to the table, Pg17

Indian innovators are deploying AI applications in healthcare, agriculture, and education to solve social and economic problems, improving quality of life.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

13 Feb, 2026

AI applications stack — what India can bring to the table, Pg17

Indian innovators are deploying AI applications in healthcare, agriculture, and education to solve social and economic problems, improving quality of life.

13 Feb, 2026

Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

AI sparks IT sell-off — & fears over sector’s future, Pg17

AI-led disruption triggers IT sector sell-off, raising concerns about future revenue and business models of Indian IT companies.

Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Science and Technology in Everyday Life IT and Computers

13 Feb, 2026

AI sparks IT sell-off — & fears over sector’s future, Pg17

AI-led disruption triggers IT sector sell-off, raising concerns about future revenue and business models of Indian IT companies.

13 Feb, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

A vishwaguru in AI impact, Pg11

India poised to lead AI's societal impact, hosting global summit focused on ethical AI implementation and evaluation for social good.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Health Sector Education Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life

13 Feb, 2026

A vishwaguru in AI impact, Pg11

India poised to lead AI's societal impact, hosting global summit focused on ethical AI implementation and evaluation for social good.

13 Feb, 2026

Health Sector Education Sector E Technology in Aid of Farmers Science and Technology in Everyday Life

10 things that India needs to fix, Pg11

India's AI Impact Summit focuses on 'welfare for all,' addressing connectivity gaps, workforce readiness, and infrastructure challenges for AI implementation.

Health Sector Education Sector E Technology in Aid of Farmers Science and Technology in Everyday Life

13 Feb, 2026

10 things that India needs to fix, Pg11

India's AI Impact Summit focuses on 'welfare for all,' addressing connectivity gaps, workforce readiness, and infrastructure challenges for AI implementation.

13 Feb, 2026

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Another 114 Rafale for IAF get approval, Pg1

India boosts air power with 114 Rafale jets from France, enhancing security amid geopolitical tensions and filling critical capability gap.

India and its Neighbourhood Relations Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

13 Feb, 2026

Another 114 Rafale for IAF get approval, Pg1

India boosts air power with 114 Rafale jets from France, enhancing security amid geopolitical tensions and filling critical capability gap.

13 Feb, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Space Technology Biotechnology

With eyes on trade, global governance, Lula set to visit India with executives, Pg16

President Lula's India visit aims to boost trade, discuss AI, and strengthen BRICS cooperation amid evolving global governance.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Space Technology Biotechnology

12 Feb, 2026

With eyes on trade, global governance, Lula set to visit India with executives, Pg16

President Lula's India visit aims to boost trade, discuss AI, and strengthen BRICS cooperation amid evolving global governance.

12 Feb, 2026

Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Education Ministry pushes for AI-led teaching and learning at all levels by next academic year, Pg14

Education Ministry aims AI integration across all education levels by next year, launching 'Bodhan AI' for digital education infrastructure.

Education Sector E Governance Science and Technology in Everyday Life

12 Feb, 2026

Education Ministry pushes for AI-led teaching and learning at all levels by next academic year, Pg14

Education Ministry aims AI integration across all education levels by next year, launching 'Bodhan AI' for digital education infrastructure.

12 Feb, 2026

Science & Technology

Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9

Refurbished medical devices: a new global vs domestic debate, Pg9

Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15

Whether it's Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI or Google, companies are looking at India to hire AI engineers, Pg15

AI summit begins today, real-world solutions on table, Pg1

AI summit begins today, real-world solutions on table, Pg1

What has govt. laid down on AI labelling?, Pg13

What has govt. laid down on AI labelling?, Pg13

There are two ways to build skills using AI tools, Pg12

There are two ways to build skills using AI tools, Pg12

Can a hospital gas help fight drug-resistant pneumonia?, Pg12

Can a hospital gas help fight drug-resistant pneumonia?, Pg12

IIT-Delhi, Germany team makes ‘chiral valve’ to sort current, Pg12

IIT-Delhi, Germany team makes ‘chiral valve’ to sort current, Pg12

Haematocytes use sleep to help maintain brain health, Pg12

Haematocytes use sleep to help maintain brain health, Pg12

20 heads of states to attend AI Impact Summit next week, Pg8

20 heads of states to attend AI Impact Summit next week, Pg8

For AI's benefits, we need inclusivity, equitable access and capability sharing, Pg18

For AI's benefits, we need inclusivity, equitable access and capability sharing, Pg18

Minister introduces Bodhan AI at conclave, Pg16

Minister introduces Bodhan AI at conclave, Pg16

​ Too fake to be good, Pg10

​ Too fake to be good, Pg10

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

Govt inks deal with HAL for 8 Dornier 228 aircraft for ICG (Rs 2,312-crore contract includes operational role equipment for the Coast Guard), Pg6

AI applications stack — what India can bring to the table, Pg17

AI applications stack — what India can bring to the table, Pg17

AI sparks IT sell-off — & fears over sector’s future, Pg17

AI sparks IT sell-off — & fears over sector’s future, Pg17

A vishwaguru in AI impact, Pg11

A vishwaguru in AI impact, Pg11

10 things that India needs to fix, Pg11

10 things that India needs to fix, Pg11

Another 114 Rafale for IAF get approval, Pg1

Another 114 Rafale for IAF get approval, Pg1

With eyes on trade, global governance, Lula set to visit India with executives, Pg16

With eyes on trade, global governance, Lula set to visit India with executives, Pg16

Education Ministry pushes for AI-led teaching and learning at all levels by next academic year, Pg14

Education Ministry pushes for AI-led teaching and learning at all levels by next academic year, Pg14

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