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Health SectorScience and Technology in Everyday Life
25 Jan, 2026

New compounds replacing ‘forever chemicals’ in blood, Pg14

Study reveals 86% drop in older PFAS 'forever chemicals' in blood, but new, less understood replacements like 9Cl-PF3ONS emerge.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesSpace Technology
25 Jan, 2026

Seismometers can sense falling orbital debris, Pg14

Seismometers detect sonic booms from Shenzhou-15 debris reentry, enabling faster, more accurate tracking and recovery than radar systems.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorBiotechnology
24 Jan, 2026

‘The antibiotic pipeline is running dangerously dry’, Pg18

India faces alarming rise in antimicrobial resistance, with 2.67 lakh deaths in 2021, driven by antibiotic overuse.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Jan, 2026

The familiar world order will not return. What India and EU can build, Pg12

India and EU strengthen ties amidst global shifts, eyeing FTA, tech collaboration, and multipolar world order influence.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
23 Jan, 2026

DRDO missile to feature at Republic Day parade, Pg16

DRDO's Long Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile (LR-AShM) to be showcased at Republic Day parade, highlighting indigenous defence capabilities.

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

Draft NEP 2026 bets big on nuclear, tariff tweaks and cross-subsidy rules, Pg13

Draft National Electricity Policy 2026 prioritizes nuclear energy, automatic tariff revisions, and cross-subsidy exemptions to boost power sector.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIT and Computers
23 Jan, 2026

Data protection: Shorter timeline likely for Big Tech compliance, Pg13

MeitY considers shortening Big Tech's compliance timeline for India's Data Protection Act to 12 months amid industry concerns.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
22 Jan, 2026

DoT allows use of half of 6GHz band for WiFi, Pg12

DoT permits unlicensed WiFi use in 5,925-6,425 MHz of 6GHz band, boosting connectivity but sparking telecom industry debate.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Jan, 2026

Lancet experts call for a ‘citizen-centric’ healthcare delivery and use of technology, Pg12

Lancet commission advocates citizen-centric, integrated healthcare via public financing, technology, and empowered local governance for universal coverage in India.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and ComputersMoney Laundering and its Prevention
22 Jan, 2026

​Building bridges, Pg6

RBI proposes BRICS nations link digital currencies, potentially easing payments with Russia/Iran, but risks US dollar dominance backlash.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Investment ModelsIT and Computers
22 Jan, 2026

Why AI infrastructure matters more, Pg7

India prioritizes democratized AI infrastructure access via public digital utilities for inclusive growth, competitiveness, and digital sovereignty, challenging global concentration.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
22 Jan, 2026

EAM: First 'Made in India' C-295 aircraft to roll out before Sept, Pg9

India's defense collaboration deepens as first 'Made in India' C-295 aircraft set to roll out by September.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Jan, 2026

De-license 500 MHz spectrum in high demand 6-Ghz band: DoT, Pg17

DoT de-licenses 500 MHz spectrum in 6 GHz band, boosting WiFi; Reliance Jio seeks auction of entire band.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
21 Jan, 2026

The importance of Pax Silica for India, Pg10

Pax Silica Summit aims to secure critical mineral supply chains amid China's dominance, India's inclusion faces strategic autonomy challenges.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
21 Jan, 2026

How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space, Pg11

Reusable rocket technology slashes space access costs, revolutionizing space industry with ISRO developing indigenous recovery systems for future launch vehicles.

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

'Unified, data-driven approach essential to tackle pollution': CAQM launches study, Pg4

CAQM launches high-resolution emission mapping study for Delhi-NCR to combat air pollution with data-driven strategies and real-time monitoring.

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

AI-generated content labelling rules in final stages, says IT Secy, Pg13

Government finalizes AI content labelling rules, mandating disclosure by AI tool providers and social media platforms to combat misinformation.

IT and ComputersBasics of Cyber SecurityEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
21 Jan, 2026

Kill switch, insurance as tools to fight digital arrest, Pg1

MHA panel considers 'kill switch' and insurance to combat digital arrest, aiming to protect users from financial fraud.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life
20 Jan, 2026

New state of matter is a solid-liquid hybrid, PgII

Scientists discover novel solid-liquid hybrid state of matter in nanoparticles, potentially revolutionizing catalyst design for fuel cells.

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