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Space TechnologySecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
5 Nov, 2025

Indian satellites: laden with features, PgII

ISRO's GSAT-7R launch highlights India's heavy communication satellites due to wide coverage, high power, and extended service life.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentRole of External State and Non State ActorsBasics of Cyber Security
5 Nov, 2025

Building strategic ties with India, terror a threat to both: Israel FM, Pg1.

India and Israel deepen strategic ties with new defence pact, enhanced cooperation in counter-terrorism, cybersecurity, and technology.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesScience and Technology in Everyday Life
4 Nov, 2025

Has Cloud Seeding Been Effective?, Pg 12

Delhi recently conducted two cloud seeding trials with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT-K) to induce artificial rain aimed at reducing smog and particulate matter. This marks the first such experiment in nearly 50 years, raising questions about its scientific effectiveness and environmental implications.

Buffer Stocks and Food SecurityIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
4 Nov, 2025

Need for shift in focus from food security to nutrition security: PM, Pg12

PM Modi urges scientists to prioritize nutrition security, biofortified crops, and low-cost fertilizers at ESTIC 2024.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
4 Nov, 2025

Rethinking scientific publishing in the age of AI, Pg11

AI's rise prompts scrutiny of scientific publishing, copyright, and open access, urging researchers to reclaim intellectual sovereignty.

Education SectorEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyIT and Computers
4 Nov, 2025

India’s IT dream is at a crossroads, Pg8

Indian IT faces job losses amid AI automation, H-1B visa issues, and client budget cuts, demanding urgent skilling and policy reforms.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
3 Nov, 2025

New AI Law to Be Modelled on IT Act, Pg 13.

Amid growing concern over the misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the rapid rise of deepfakes, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) plans to introduce a comprehensive AI legislation modelled on the Information Technology (IT) Act, 2000.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
3 Nov, 2025

Cloud Seeding in Winters to Reduce Pollution is Bad Science, Pg 9.

Amid rising air pollution levels in Delhi, the government explored cloud seeding to induce artificial rain and disperse pollutants. However, scientists have cautioned that such interventions are scientifically unsound and ineffective during winter.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
3 Nov, 2025

ISRO Rocket Shoots Off Its Heaviest Communication Satellite in Orbit, Pg 5.

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched CMS-03, its heaviest-ever communication satellite (4410 kg), using the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota, marking a major leap in India’s capability for indigenous heavy-lift space missions.

Biotechnology
3 Nov, 2025

The curious case of the ant queen producing sons of two species, PgII.

Ant queens exhibit unique reproductive strategy, producing sons of two distinct species through chromosome elimination and cloning, reveals Nature study.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
3 Nov, 2025

Tri-services exercise Trishul begins today, to strengthen joint combat preparedness, Pg12

Indian Armed Forces launch 'Trishul' tri-services exercise to bolster joint combat readiness across Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Arabian Sea.

Health SectorIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentBiotechnology
3 Nov, 2025

ICMR seeks partners to develop antibody against Nipah virus, Pg12

ICMR seeks collaboration for indigenous monoclonal antibody development against Nipah virus, aiming to enhance national preparedness and reduce high case fatality rates.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSpace Technology
3 Nov, 2025

ISRO launches GSAT-7R, India’s heaviest communication satellite, Pg1

ISRO's LVM3 successfully launches GSAT-7R (CMS-03), India's heaviest communication satellite, enhancing naval communication and maritime security in Indian Ocean Region.

Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
3 Nov, 2025

Are social media platforms dying a slow death?, Pg9

“Enshittification” degrades user experience on social media, streaming, and e-commerce platforms through manipulative practices, impacting competition and consumer welfare.

Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentEffects of Liberalization on the EconomyScience and Technology in Everyday Life
3 Nov, 2025

As AI adoption by companies accelerates, tech layoffs continue, Pg7

AI adoption accelerates tech layoffs as companies restructure, prioritizing AI skills amid rising investments and talent recruitment globally.

IT and Computers
2 Nov, 2025

How is Australia setting standards on training AI?, Pg 13.

The article discusses Australia’s decision to reject proposals allowing unrestricted use of copyrighted material to train AI models. This move marks a significant policy moment amid global debates on the balance between innovation and creator rights.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
2 Nov, 2025

IIT Kanpur tried cloud seeding despite ‘no clouds’ alert, Pg 8.

The article reports on IIT Kanpur’s recent cloud seeding experiment conducted over Delhi to combat air pollution, despite the India Meteorological Department (IMD) warning that cloud conditions were inadequate. The experiment failed twice, raising questions about scientific coordination and efficacy.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life
2 Nov, 2025

Strange spider web ‘decor’ revealed to boost prey detection, Pg10

Spider web 'decorations' enhance prey detection by manipulating vibrations, inspiring advanced engineering applications in acoustics and protective materials.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentConservation, Pollution and Degradation
2 Nov, 2025

‘Cloud seeding tried despite IMD’s no clouds alert’, Pg1

IIT Kanpur's cloud seeding experiment fails in Delhi despite IMD's warning about insufficient cloud cover for artificial rain.

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