Science & Technology

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Inclusive GrowthGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY- BASED INTERVENTIONS

Union Minister reveals DST's ₹15.7 crore S&T initiatives empowering 1000+ tribal households, including Maria Gond women, for sustainable livelihoods in Gadchiroli.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and Computers
23 Jul, 2026

Draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026 to Simplify Regulatory Framework for Television and Radio Services

Government unveils draft Telecommunications Rules 2026, consolidating TV/Radio guidelines under the new Act, promising simplified regulation and ease of business.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
23 Jul, 2026

INDIAN NAVY COMMISSIONS INS MALVAN, THE SECOND OF THE MAHE-CLASS ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE SHALLOW WATER CRAFT

Indian Navy commissions INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class ASW-SWC, boosting indigenous defense capabilities with over 80% local content for enhanced maritime security.

E Technology in Aid of FarmersAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentDisaster and Disaster Management
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: BHARAT FORECAST SYSTEM

India launches BharatFS, a 6 km resolution global weather model, enhancing extreme event prediction and disaster preparedness.

Women and Women's OrganizationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
23 Jul, 2026

Raksha Mantri flags-in first-ever Tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing expedition

Raksha Mantri flags-in historic 'Samudra Pradakshina', first Tri-service all-women circumnavigation expedition, showcasing Nari Shakti, jointness, and military diplomacy after 314-day voyage.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsDevelopment Processes and Role of NGOs, SHGs and Other StakeholdersEducation SectorIT and Computers
23 Jul, 2026

Promotion of AI and digital platforms in cooperatives

Union Minister Amit Shah confirms government's push for AI and digital platforms in cooperative training institutions, boosting tech-driven pedagogy and capacity building.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
23 Jul, 2026

Bharat 6G Alliance and Spectrum Roadmap for 6G in India

Bharat 6G Alliance unveils comprehensive spectrum roadmap, establishing a terahertz testbed to propel India's global 6G leadership and innovation.

Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
23 Jul, 2026

PARLIAMENT QUESTION: NUCLEAR ENERGY MISSION FOR VIKSIT BHARAT

India's Nuclear Energy Mission targets 100 GWe by 2047, with SHANTI Act 2025 opening sector to private players and developing indigenous SMRs.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
22 Jul, 2026

'Data centre capacity rises 59% annually', Pg17

India's data centre capacity surges 59% annually to 258 MW in H1 2026, reaching 1.8 GW total operational stock, driven by hyperscalers.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media ChallengesBasics of Cyber Security
22 Jul, 2026

AI law may cover agent autonomy, deepfakes, Pg17

India's MeitY drafts comprehensive AI law to curb deepfakes, agent autonomy, and establish platform liability, exploring consent-based frameworks and regulatory sandboxes.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorIT and ComputersConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

Delhi's winter pollution toolkit needs AI forecasts, Pg13

Delhi's winter pollution strategy demands AI forecasts to predict hourly PM2.5 levels, guiding citizens on safest outdoor activity times and reducing exposure.

Structure and Functioning of Executive and JudiciaryGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceIT and Computers
22 Jul, 2026

A checklist for a new-age courtroom, Pg13

Expert warns Supreme Court's draft AI regulations for judiciary lack robust institutional framework and clear approval standards, risking inconsistent justice delivery.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
22 Jul, 2026

Lifting off, reaching a new space milestone, Pg12

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-I rocket launch propels India into an elite space club, marking a new era of private sector-led innovation and commercial space economy growth.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
22 Jul, 2026

GREAT SCHEME

Ministry of Textiles' GREAT scheme injects Rs 13.65 crore into 31 technical textile start-ups, fostering innovation and commercialization across diverse states since 2023.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

INNOVATIVE TEXTILE RECYCLING TECHNOLOGIES

India unveils 'Tex-Eco Initiative' and key projects to revolutionize textile recycling, eliminate hazardous chemicals, and drive a circular economy for global competitiveness.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and FaunaAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyConservation, Pollution and Degradation
22 Jul, 2026

Five new species of Allographa discovered in the Western Ghats

Five new *Allographa* lichen species, vital forest health indicators, discovered in India's biodiversity-rich Western Ghats, aiding conservation and environmental monitoring.

Devolution of Powers and Finances up to Local LevelsGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsLand Reforms in IndiaScience and Technology in Everyday Life
22 Jul, 2026

DRONE-BASED LAND SURVEYS AND DIGITISATION OF PROPERTY RECORDS

SVAMITVA Scheme leverages drone technology for rural land surveys, digitizing property records, boosting bank loans, and Gram Panchayat revenues across 3.3 lakh villages.

Distribution of Key Natural ResourcesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
22 Jul, 2026

ASSESSMENT OF RARE EARTH PERMANENT MANAGEMENT SCHEME

Cabinet approves Rs 7,280 crore scheme to boost domestic Rare Earth Permanent Magnet manufacturing, addressing 8220 MTPA demand by 2030.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnologyIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
22 Jul, 2026

ICMR transfers three indigenous biomedical technologies to advance cancer and infectious disease solutions

ICMR transfers SHetA2 for cervical cancer and two next-gen enteric vaccines to Indian manufacturers, boosting indigenous, affordable healthcare solutions.

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