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India and its Neighbourhood RelationsBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
How India should view China's 'open' AI pitch, Pg15
China proposes a BRICS open-source AI community and digital cloud platform, prompting India to weigh cooperation against its domestic AI mission.
Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersAccountability and Ethical Governance
'Agentic Misalignment' And Other New AI Catch-Phrases To Know, Pg13
New AI vocabulary emerges, covering mechanistic interpretability, recursive self-improvement, global workspace theory, global pacing, and agentic misalignment, reflecting advanced capabilities and safety concerns.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersBasics of Cyber Security
Let AI Safety Catch Up, Pg10
Top AI leaders warn of existential risks from advanced AI within a year, urging urgent global regulation and safety standards.
Achievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
Scientists develop new way to tackle key quantum computing challenge, Pg1
Raman Research Institute scientists develop a novel 'single-shot operation' to combat decoherence and entanglement sudden death, enhancing quantum computer stability and reliability.
Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial BodiesGovernment policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentIT and Computers
Govt: No Bank Charge On UPI Payment Up To Rs 2,000, Pg1
Finance Ministry notifies no bank charges on UPI transactions up to Rs 2,000 and RuPay debit cards, hinting at future fees for higher-value payments.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers
Data Centres in India Infrastructure for the Digital Age
India's data center ecosystem is rapidly expanding, driven by government policies, infrastructure status, and clean energy initiatives, powering the nation's digital transformation.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.IT and Computers
NHAI to Transform 1033 National Highway Helpline with New Technology
NHAI to upgrade 1033 National Highway Helpline with AI and real-time tracking for faster, multilingual emergency assistance nationwide.
India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
‘S-400 Destroyed Pak. Plane 314 Km Away During Operation Sindoor’, Pg12
Indian Air Force's S-400 system achieved record 314 km kill against Pakistani aircraft during Operation Sindoor, showcasing advanced air-defence prowess.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersEthical Issues in International Relations and Funding
BRICS should ensure the world is free from ‘double standards’: Xi, Pg1
Xi Jinping calls on BRICS to unite Global South against 'double standards' in global order, proposing five AI and smart manufacturing initiatives.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
Modi’s bilateral meets put defence, security cooperation in focus, Pg11
PM Modi leveraged the BRICS Summit for bilateral engagements, prioritizing defence and security cooperation, including BrahMos missile exports, with key Global South partners.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsSpace TechnologyDisaster and Disaster Management
Defence to space, trade to tech: India, Philippines to deepen ties, Pg7
India and Philippines deepen strategic partnership across defence, trade, space, and tech, driven by shared regional concerns and Act East Policy.
Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaBiotechnology
Members call for cooperation over pathogen research, access, Pg6
New Delhi Declaration urges constructive engagement on WHO's Pathogen Access and Benefit Sharing Annex, crucial for global pandemic agreement ratification amidst ongoing disputes.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsHealth SectorScience and Technology in Everyday LifeEthics and Human Interface
Should We Be Giving Weight-Loss Drugs To Children?, Pg15
New trial shows semaglutide helps 40% of obese children lose weight, sparking debate on early pharmacological intervention and long-term safety.
Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
The choice is between AI applications and AI frontiers, Pg10
India faces a critical choice between AI applications and frontier models, requiring significant policy shifts and compute capacity to avoid technological disempowerment.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and Computers
Modi flags ‘weaponisation’ of tech; Xi announces open-source AI for BRICS, Pg1
BRICS Summit concludes with Modi warning against tech weaponisation, Xi proposing open-source AI, and new initiatives for infectious diseases and supply chains.
Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and Computers
At BRICS, More Options, A Win For Diplomacy, Pg10
New Delhi Declaration 2026 reasserts BRICS' diplomatic strength, fostering cooperation and economic alternatives amidst global political shifts.
Health SectorBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyBiotechnology
India World's Largest Vaccine Producer and Global Supplier by Volume: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh highlights India's emergence as the world's largest vaccine producer and global supplier, boosting bioeconomy and epidemic preparedness.
Major Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsTechnology Missions in AgricultureIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
CAZRI Moth Bean Varieties Demonstrate Remarkable Resilience During El Niño Year
ICAR-CAZRI's new moth bean varieties demonstrate exceptional resilience to El Niño-induced drought, promising higher yields for farmers in arid Rajasthan.
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