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Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and EmploymentAchievements of Indians in Science and TechnologyIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
27 Sep, 2025

Govt. survey on R&D in India gets weak response from private sector, Pg12

Low private sector response threatens delay in Science & Technology Ministry's R&D survey publication, raising concerns over innovation spending.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
26 Sep, 2025

DRDO conducts rail-based launch of Agni-Prime missile, Pg16

DRDO successfully test-fires Agni-Prime missile with 2,000km range from rail-based mobile launcher, enhancing strategic capabilities and deployment flexibility.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
26 Sep, 2025

Rajnath’s Morocco visit marks new chapter in India-Africa defence ties, Pg14

Rajnath Singh inaugurates India's first overseas defence manufacturing unit in Morocco, boosting India-Africa defence cooperation and export potential.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
26 Sep, 2025

Artificial rain trials: Delhi govt., IIT-K sign MoU, Pg1

Delhi government partners with IIT Kanpur for cloud seeding trials, aiming to combat escalating air pollution through artificial rain.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
26 Sep, 2025

RAIL-BASED AGNI-P TEST-FIRED, Pg 14.

India joins elite nations with successful Agni-Prime rail-based missile test, enhancing second-strike capability and strategic deterrence.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
25 Sep, 2025

Will AI fix India’s energy demand or will its own needs snowball?, PgII

AI's energy demands in India could surge to 4.5 GW by 2030, posing grid challenges despite efficiency gains.

Food Processing and Related IndustriesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeBiotechnology
25 Sep, 2025

Scientists can tune the flavour of chocolates by tweaking microbes, PgII

Scientists discover how to fine-tune chocolate flavour by manipulating microbes during cocoa bean fermentation, paving way for controlled flavour profiles.

Women and Women's OrganizationsSeparation of Powers and Dispute Redressal MechanismsScience and Technology in Everyday LifeIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
25 Sep, 2025

How are courts protecting personality rights?, Pg12

Indian courts increasingly protect celebrity personality rights against misuse, balancing free speech with individual dignity in the digital age.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeConservation, Pollution and Degradation
25 Sep, 2025

Cloud seeding trials likely in Oct-Nov, Pg 5.

Delhi government plans cloud seeding trials in October-November to combat winter pollution after DGCA clearance, using silver iodide.

Education SectorEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
25 Sep, 2025

K visa: Why this could be China's answer to Trump's war on H-1B, Pg 19.

China's K visa program strategically targets global STEM talent amid US H-1B visa restrictions, aiming to bolster its tech dominance.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsInfrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Sep, 2025

IPR Gandhinagar proposes roadmap for India’s fusion power plans, PgII

India unveils ambitious fusion power roadmap: SST-Bharat reactor targets 5x power output by 2060 with ₹25,000 crore investment.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border AreasSecurity Forces and Agencies and their Mandate
24 Sep, 2025

India to hold mega drone drill ‘Cold Start’ next month, Pg10

Indian Armed Forces to conduct 'Cold Start' drone warfare exercise in October, enhancing counter-drone capabilities after Operation Sindoor.

Vulnerable SectionsHealth SectorE GovernanceBiotechnology
24 Sep, 2025

Lessons from India’s vaccination drive, Pg7

India's vaccination drive significantly reduces child mortality, achieves polio-free status, and earns global recognition for immunization efforts.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIndian DiasporaChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Sep, 2025

$100,000 fee, Asian opportunity, Pg11.

Stringent visa policies in the West may lead to integrated technological ecosystem in South Asia, especially India and China.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
24 Sep, 2025

‘Historic moment’: Rajnath opens Tata Group’s combat vehicle plant in Morocco, Pg8.

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Tata's combat vehicle plant in Morocco, boosting Indo-Moroccan defence ties and 'Make with Friends' initiative.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIT and Computers
23 Sep, 2025

Physics of light-based computers could change the way AI works, PgII

Scientists explore light-based computing using optical fibers, achieving 93% accuracy in image recognition, potentially revolutionizing AI hardware speed.

India and its Neighbourhood RelationsIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
23 Sep, 2025

54 vessels are being built for Navy; 10 to join fleet this year, Pg12

Indian Navy's massive shipbuilding program aims for 200+ warships by 2035, bolstering maritime security and countering China.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsMajor Crops, Cropping Patterns and Irrigation SystemsFarm Subsidies and Minimum Support PricesBiotechnology
23 Sep, 2025

Why is India not importing corn from the U.S.?, Pg8

US pressures India to import corn amid trade disputes and ethanol blending goals, impacting farmers and import substitution efforts.

Art FormsHealth SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaScience and Technology in Everyday Life
23 Sep, 2025

The growing relevance of traditional medicine, Pg6

Traditional medicine market poised for $583B boom by 2025; India's AYUSH sector expands eight-fold, driving global recognition.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
23 Sep, 2025

Eyeing AI data centre boom, India open to encouraging SMR-led nuclear push

India considers SMR-led nuclear push to power AI data centers, aiming for reliable, carbon-free energy amid booming data market.

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