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Space Technology
22 Sep, 2025

Astronomers have spotted the biggest bangs since the Big Bang, PgII

Astronomers discover Extreme Nuclear Transients (ENTs), the universe's biggest explosions since the Big Bang, caused by black holes consuming massive stars.

Indigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentIT and Computers
22 Sep, 2025

How different are supercomputers to normal computers?, Pg11

Explore supercomputers: architecture, software, applications from weather forecasting to quantum computing, and India's supercomputing mission and capabilities.

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

IAF’s iconic MiG-21 fighter to fly into sunset after six decades of service, Pg12

IAF retires MiG-21 fighter jets after 60 years of service; ceremonial flypast marks end of an era.

Health SectorImportant International Institutions, Agencies and ForaIntellectual Property Rights, IPR
22 Sep, 2025

Breaking the academic paywall, Pg9

Delhi High Court's order to block Sci-Hub sparks debate on equitable access to scientific knowledge, especially for Global South.

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

In post-Sindoor push, 1st batch of BSF ‘drone commandos’ soon, Pg 9.

BSF pioneers drone warfare with new commando school, integrating UAVs for enhanced border security and offensive capabilities.

Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Science and Technology in Everyday Life
21 Sep, 2025

Is it feasible to blend isobutanol and diesel?, Pg 13.

The Union Transport Ministry and Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) are studying the feasibility of blending isobutanol with diesel after ethanol–diesel blending attempts failed. This could help utilise India’s surplus biofuel production and contribute to emission reduction targets.

Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsIT and ComputersCommunication Networks, Media and Social Media Challenges
21 Sep, 2025

Americans will dominate board of new TikTok U.S. entity, says White House, Pg15

White House confirms Americans will control TikTok's U.S. board amid national security concerns and potential Oracle-led takeover.

Health SectorImportant Aspects of Governance, Transparency and AccountabilityAchievements of Indians in Science and Technology
21 Sep, 2025

ICMR impact scale may deter research in public interest, Pg12

ICMR's new 'IRIS' impact scale faces criticism for potentially skewing research priorities and undervaluing fundamental scientific discourse.

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

Russia offers to localise large, small nuclear power plants in India, Pg 17.

Russia proposes localizing large and small nuclear power plants in India, expanding Indo-Russian civil nuclear energy cooperation post Kudankulam project.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsE GovernanceIT and Computers
20 Sep, 2025

Soon, budding content creators can pitch to buyers via online viewing rooms, Pg 11.

I&B ministry's WAVES Bazaar to launch online pitching and viewing rooms using AI for content creators by January 2025.

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

Coast Guard ship Adamya commissioned at Paradip Port, Pg14

Coast Guard commissions 'Adamya', a 51-meter fast patrol vessel with 60% indigenous tech, enhancing maritime security under 'Make in India'.

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

Army scales up induction of drones, aims to make every soldier a drone operator, Pg14

Indian Army to equip every soldier with drone operation skills, enhancing combat, surveillance, and logistical capabilities for modern warfare.

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

How the DeepSeek-R1 AI model was taught to teach itself to reason, Pg13

DeepSeek-R1 AI model learns reasoning through reinforcement learning, achieving human-level performance in math and coding without human examples.

E GovernanceBilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsSpace Technology
18 Sep, 2025

India to start pilot projects in Venezuela, Pg14

India initiates pilot projects in Venezuela focusing on agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and digital infrastructure amid rising US-Venezuela tensions.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectorsVulnerable SectionsE GovernanceScience and Technology in Everyday Life
18 Sep, 2025

Welfare at the mercy of the machine, Pg7

Facial Recognition Software (FRS) in Anganwadis raises concerns about dehumanization, dignity, and access to welfare for vulnerable communities.

Science and Technology in Everyday LifeIndigenization of Technology and New Technology DevelopmentSecurity Challenges and Management in Border Areas
18 Sep, 2025

Upgrading Army radars, Pg 16.

Indian Army boosts air defense with advanced radar procurement after Pakistani drone breaches during Operation Sindoor, enhancing border security.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and CyclonesScience and Technology in Everyday LifeDisaster and Disaster Management
18 Sep, 2025

Securing valleys and slopes, Pg 12.

Himalayan states face climate-induced disasters; coordinated disaster response showcases tech adoption, but preparedness gaps demand citizen involvement and resilient infrastructure.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and AgreementsEffect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India's InterestsChanges in Industrial Policy and Effects on Industrial GrowthIndigenization of Technology and New Technology Development
18 Sep, 2025

PARTNERS IN TURBULENT TIMES, Pg 12.

India and Japan deepen strategic ties focusing on economic security, MSMEs, defence, and people-to-people exchange, targeting Indo-Pacific stability.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life
17 Sep, 2025

A question of perception, Pg II.

Neuroscience study reveals how brains perceive optical illusions through IC-encoders, integrating predictions to fill missing visual information.

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