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Health Sector Biotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

After splash in 2025, weight-loss drugs poised to take off this year, Pg17

Weight-loss drugs market poised for expansion in India post-patent expiry, promising affordable access and reshaping metabolic medicine.

Health Sector Biotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

3 Jan, 2026

After splash in 2025, weight-loss drugs poised to take off this year, Pg17

Weight-loss drugs market poised for expansion in India post-patent expiry, promising affordable access and reshaping metabolic medicine.

3 Jan, 2026

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Foxconn, Tata, 20 others receive nod for electronic component mfg sops, Pg15

IT Ministry approves ₹23,000 crore electronics component manufacturing scheme, attracting ₹41,863 crore investment and creating 33,000 jobs.

Government Budgeting Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

3 Jan, 2026

Foxconn, Tata, 20 others receive nod for electronic component mfg sops, Pg15

IT Ministry approves ₹23,000 crore electronics component manufacturing scheme, attracting ₹41,863 crore investment and creating 33,000 jobs.

3 Jan, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

India's exclusion from US-led Pax Silica highlights R&D and mineral exploration deficits impacting geopolitical relevance amid China's dominance.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Effects of Liberalization on the Economy Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

3 Jan, 2026

Inattention to high tech, minerals is showing, Pg11

India's exclusion from US-led Pax Silica highlights R&D and mineral exploration deficits impacting geopolitical relevance amid China's dominance.

3 Jan, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

Grok's use against women: Govt seeks X response in 3 days, Pg1

Government demands X (formerly Twitter) to respond within 72 hours over Grok AI misuse, potentially violating IT rules and women's dignity.

Women and Women's Organizations Vulnerable Sections Science and Technology in Everyday Life Communication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges

3 Jan, 2026

Grok's use against women: Govt seeks X response in 3 days, Pg1

Government demands X (formerly Twitter) to respond within 72 hours over Grok AI misuse, potentially violating IT rules and women's dignity.

3 Jan, 2026

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation Systems E Technology in Aid of Farmers Technology Missions in Agriculture Biotechnology

2 Jan, 2026

Why does India need climate- resilient agriculture?, Pg10

India prioritizes climate-resilient agriculture amidst climate change, integrating biotechnology, AI, and sustainable practices for enhanced productivity and environmental protection.

2 Jan, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

DRDO will play key role in India’s air defence: Rajnath, Pg12

Defence Minister unveils DRDO's pivotal role in 'Sudarshan Chakra' initiative, enhancing India's air defence capabilities by 2035.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jan, 2026

DRDO will play key role in India’s air defence: Rajnath, Pg12

Defence Minister unveils DRDO's pivotal role in 'Sudarshan Chakra' initiative, enhancing India's air defence capabilities by 2035.

2 Jan, 2026

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

After missing multiple deadlines, Gaganyaan's first uncrewed mission likely to lift-off by March (AS PER CURRENT TIMELINE, FIRST CREWED MISSION LIKELY BY LATE 2027 OR EARLY 2028), Pg9

Gaganyaan's uncrewed mission faces further delays, now targeted for March, while crewed mission pushed to late 2027/early 2028.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

2 Jan, 2026

After missing multiple deadlines, Gaganyaan's first uncrewed mission likely to lift-off by March (AS PER CURRENT TIMELINE, FIRST CREWED MISSION LIKELY BY LATE 2027 OR EARLY 2028), Pg9

Gaganyaan's uncrewed mission faces further delays, now targeted for March, while crewed mission pushed to late 2027/early 2028.

2 Jan, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch between Kolkata and Guwahati this month, boosting railway infrastructure and connectivity.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

2 Jan, 2026

PM to launch first Vande Bharat sleeper this month, Pg7

India's first Vande Bharat sleeper train to launch between Kolkata and Guwahati this month, boosting railway infrastructure and connectivity.

2 Jan, 2026

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Challenges and Management in Border Areas

2 Jan, 2026

Railways targets new frontiers amid traffic, freight challenges, Pg12

Indian Railways accelerates infrastructure projects, connects Kashmir and Mizoram, targets freight diversification, and introduces Vande Bharat sleeper trains by 2025.

2 Jan, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Sex systems boost mitochondrial evolution in many kinds of insects, PgII

Research reveals insect sex determination systems influence mitochondrial DNA evolution rates, impacting biodiversity tracking and species identification accuracy.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jan, 2026

Sex systems boost mitochondrial evolution in many kinds of insects, PgII

Research reveals insect sex determination systems influence mitochondrial DNA evolution rates, impacting biodiversity tracking and species identification accuracy.

1 Jan, 2026

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

Army’s animal contingent to debut at Republic Day parade, Pg15

Indian Army's animal contingent, including Bactrian camels and indigenous dog breeds, to debut at Republic Day parade, showcasing unique capabilities.

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

1 Jan, 2026

Army’s animal contingent to debut at Republic Day parade, Pg15

Indian Army's animal contingent, including Bactrian camels and indigenous dog breeds, to debut at Republic Day parade, showcasing unique capabilities.

1 Jan, 2026

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms E Governance Robotics and Nanotechnology

On property registration and title, Pg12

Supreme Court pushes for land record reforms, suggests blockchain for secure, transparent property registration amidst 'traumatic' property transactions.

Separation of Powers and Dispute Redressal Mechanisms E Governance Robotics and Nanotechnology

1 Jan, 2026

On property registration and title, Pg12

Supreme Court pushes for land record reforms, suggests blockchain for secure, transparent property registration amidst 'traumatic' property transactions.

1 Jan, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

India’s space programme, a people’s space journey, Pg10

India's space program propels forward with ambitious goals: lunar missions, space station, and global collaborations, fostering national pride and technological advancement.

1 Jan, 2026

India’s space programme, a people’s space journey, Pg10

India's space program propels forward with ambitious goals: lunar missions, space station, and global collaborations, fostering national pride and technological advancement.

1 Jan, 2026

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

Behind copper's record 2025 rally: Tariffs, supply hit, AI demand, Pg15

Copper prices surge to record highs in 2025 due to Trump's tariffs, supply disruptions, AI demand, and a weakening dollar.

Distribution of Key Natural Resources Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life

1 Jan, 2026

Behind copper's record 2025 rally: Tariffs, supply hit, AI demand, Pg15

Copper prices surge to record highs in 2025 due to Trump's tariffs, supply disruptions, AI demand, and a weakening dollar.

1 Jan, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

US firm & NTPC to team up, fuel India's thorium ambitions, Pg5

US firm Clean Core and NTPC collaborate to fuel India's thorium ambitions, enhancing energy security and reducing nuclear waste.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

1 Jan, 2026

US firm & NTPC to team up, fuel India's thorium ambitions, Pg5

US firm Clean Core and NTPC collaborate to fuel India's thorium ambitions, enhancing energy security and reducing nuclear waste.

1 Jan, 2026

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Biotechnology

Microbe might spark first stages of ulcerative colitis: new study, PgII

Study reveals Aeromonas bacteria's role in initiating ulcerative colitis by damaging gut macrophages, opening new diagnostic and treatment avenues.

Health Sector Science and Technology in Everyday Life Biotechnology

31 Dec, 2025

Microbe might spark first stages of ulcerative colitis: new study, PgII

Study reveals Aeromonas bacteria's role in initiating ulcerative colitis by damaging gut macrophages, opening new diagnostic and treatment avenues.

31 Dec, 2025

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

Defence Ministry inks contracts for procurements for Army and Navy at a cost of over ₹4,600 cr., Pg12

Defence Ministry boosts Army and Navy capabilities with ₹4,666 crore procurement of carbines and torpedoes, enhancing indigenous defence manufacturing.

Changes in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial Growth Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

31 Dec, 2025

Defence Ministry inks contracts for procurements for Army and Navy at a cost of over ₹4,600 cr., Pg12

Defence Ministry boosts Army and Navy capabilities with ₹4,666 crore procurement of carbines and torpedoes, enhancing indigenous defence manufacturing.

31 Dec, 2025

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development