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Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Odisha: Agni-4 Missile Tested Successfully, Pg10

India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-4 ballistic missile from Odisha's Chandipur, demonstrating enhanced strategic strike capabilities.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

7 Aug, 2026

Odisha: Agni-4 Missile Tested Successfully, Pg10

India successfully test-fires nuclear-capable Agni-4 ballistic missile from Odisha's Chandipur, demonstrating enhanced strategic strike capabilities.

7 Aug, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

‘Agni-4’ Ballistic Missile Successfully Test-Fired

India successfully test-fires 'Agni-4' Medium Range Ballistic Missile from Odisha, validating all operational and technical parameters under Strategic Forces Command.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Security Forces and Agencies and their Mandate

7 Aug, 2026

‘Agni-4’ Ballistic Missile Successfully Test-Fired

India successfully test-fires 'Agni-4' Medium Range Ballistic Missile from Odisha, validating all operational and technical parameters under Strategic Forces Command.

7 Aug, 2026

Health Sector Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Robotics and Nanotechnology

Light-Activated Nano-Robots Can Help Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

Researchers develop light-activated nanobots for targeted breast cancer therapy, utilizing near-infrared light for precise movement and enhanced tumor destruction.

Health Sector Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Robotics and Nanotechnology

6 Aug, 2026

Light-Activated Nano-Robots Can Help Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

Researchers develop light-activated nanobots for targeted breast cancer therapy, utilizing near-infrared light for precise movement and enhanced tumor destruction.

6 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission & Bharat Small Modular Reactors

India allocates Rs 20,000 crore for Nuclear Energy Mission, targeting five indigenous Small Modular Reactors by 2033, with BARC leading development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Infrastructure: Energy, Ports, Roads, Airports, Railways etc.Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

6 Aug, 2026

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission & Bharat Small Modular Reactors

India allocates Rs 20,000 crore for Nuclear Energy Mission, targeting five indigenous Small Modular Reactors by 2033, with BARC leading development.

6 Aug, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

Parliament Question: Human Spaceflight Mission

India's Gaganyaan mission progresses with successful tests; first crewed flight targeted 2027, Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

6 Aug, 2026

Parliament Question: Human Spaceflight Mission

India's Gaganyaan mission progresses with successful tests; first crewed flight targeted 2027, Bharatiya Antariksh Station by 2035.

6 Aug, 2026

Economics of Animal Rearing Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Biotechnology

Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine Developed by ICAR Bolsters India's Biosecurity

ICAR-NIHSAD develops India's first indigenous MA-104 cell line-based live attenuated African Swine Fever vaccine, bolstering biosecurity and protecting pig farmers' livelihoods.

Economics of Animal Rearing Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Biotechnology

5 Aug, 2026

Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine Developed by ICAR Bolsters India's Biosecurity

ICAR-NIHSAD develops India's first indigenous MA-104 cell line-based live attenuated African Swine Fever vaccine, bolstering biosecurity and protecting pig farmers' livelihoods.

5 Aug, 2026

Buffer Stocks and Food Security Technology Missions in Agriculture Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Biotechnology

ICAR's Genome Breakthrough Paves Way for Better Pigeonpea Varieties

ICAR achieves India's first fully annotated T2T pigeonpea genome, enabling climate-resilient, high-yielding varieties crucial for food security and farmer livelihoods.

Buffer Stocks and Food Security Technology Missions in Agriculture Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Biotechnology

5 Aug, 2026

ICAR's Genome Breakthrough Paves Way for Better Pigeonpea Varieties

ICAR achieves India's first fully annotated T2T pigeonpea genome, enabling climate-resilient, high-yielding varieties crucial for food security and farmer livelihoods.

5 Aug, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

Astrophysicist Annapurni Subramaniam becomes the first Indian woman to receive the prestigious COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal-2026 for her stellar contributions.

Women and Women's Organizations Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

4 Aug, 2026

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

Astrophysicist Annapurni Subramaniam becomes the first Indian woman to receive the prestigious COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal-2026 for her stellar contributions.

4 Aug, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology IT and Computers

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

Advanced AI models demonstrate remarkable ability to solve complex mathematical problems, yet their inherent probabilistic nature poses significant reliability challenges.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology IT and Computers

3 Aug, 2026

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

Advanced AI models demonstrate remarkable ability to solve complex mathematical problems, yet their inherent probabilistic nature poses significant reliability challenges.

3 Aug, 2026

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

Zoological Survey of India scientists publish monumental catalogue of 13,703 lepidoptera species, positioning India as a megadiverse nation with 8.25% of global diversity.

Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Conservation, Pollution and Degradation

3 Aug, 2026

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

Zoological Survey of India scientists publish monumental catalogue of 13,703 lepidoptera species, positioning India as a megadiverse nation with 8.25% of global diversity.

3 Aug, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Indian scientific institutions face brain drain as scientists resign over bureaucratic hurdles and lack of professional dignity, impacting national research and development.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Important Aspects of Governance, Transparency and Accountability Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

3 Aug, 2026

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Indian scientific institutions face brain drain as scientists resign over bureaucratic hurdles and lack of professional dignity, impacting national research and development.

3 Aug, 2026

Women and Women's Organizations Distribution of Key Natural Resources Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Varsha Ashok Aglawe first woman GSI D-G in 176 years, Pg13

Varsha Ashok Aglawe makes history as first woman Director General of Geological Survey of India in 176 years, prioritizing critical mineral exploration.

Women and Women's Organizations Distribution of Key Natural Resources Statutory, Regulatory and Quasi Judicial Bodies Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

2 Aug, 2026

Varsha Ashok Aglawe first woman GSI D-G in 176 years, Pg13

Varsha Ashok Aglawe makes history as first woman Director General of Geological Survey of India in 176 years, prioritizing critical mineral exploration.

2 Aug, 2026

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

ISRO & Japanese scientists review mission Chandrayaan-5 preparation, Pg8

ISRO and JAXA scientists review Chandrayaan-5, a joint lunar polar exploration mission with NASA and ESA, targeting a 2028 launch to study lunar water.

Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

31 Jul, 2026

ISRO & Japanese scientists review mission Chandrayaan-5 preparation, Pg8

ISRO and JAXA scientists review Chandrayaan-5, a joint lunar polar exploration mission with NASA and ESA, targeting a 2028 launch to study lunar water.

31 Jul, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

Vikram-1 of Skyroot Aerospace scripted history by becoming the first privately developed Indian rocket to reach the orbit on July 18, Pg15

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket made history, becoming India's first privately developed rocket to reach orbit, signifying a major leap for the nation's space tech ecosystem.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Space Technology

31 Jul, 2026

Vikram-1 of Skyroot Aerospace scripted history by becoming the first privately developed Indian rocket to reach the orbit on July 18, Pg15

Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 rocket made history, becoming India's first privately developed rocket to reach orbit, signifying a major leap for the nation's space tech ecosystem.

31 Jul, 2026

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

Scientists Discover Faster Rotation In The Sun’s Upper Atmosphere

Scientists discover Sun's upper atmosphere rotates faster than its visible surface, defying classical physics and impacting space weather models.

Science and Technology in Everyday Life Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

31 Jul, 2026

Scientists Discover Faster Rotation In The Sun’s Upper Atmosphere

Scientists discover Sun's upper atmosphere rotates faster than its visible surface, defying classical physics and impacting space weather models.

31 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

Parliament Question: Expenditure On R&D

India's R&D expenditure surges to 0.84% of GDP, driven by government initiatives and private sector investment, boosting global innovation ranking.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Indian Economy, Planning, Mobilization of Resources, Growth, Development and Employment Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development

31 Jul, 2026

Parliament Question: Expenditure On R&D

India's R&D expenditure surges to 0.84% of GDP, driven by government initiatives and private sector investment, boosting global innovation ranking.

31 Jul, 2026

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

Government Strengthens Framework to Counter AI-Generated Deepfakes Through Legal Safeguards, Platform Accountability and Citizen Protection

Government fortifies legal and regulatory framework, including IT Act amendments and BNS, to combat AI-generated deepfakes, ensuring platform accountability and citizen protection.

Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology IT and Computers Basics of Cyber Security

31 Jul, 2026

Government Strengthens Framework to Counter AI-Generated Deepfakes Through Legal Safeguards, Platform Accountability and Citizen Protection

Government fortifies legal and regulatory framework, including IT Act amendments and BNS, to combat AI-generated deepfakes, ensuring platform accountability and citizen protection.

31 Jul, 2026

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollen analysis reveals weak Indian Summer Monsoon and 4.2 ka event caused Harappan Civilization's decline and eastward migration around 4200 years ago.

Important Geophysical Phenomena like Earthquakes, Tsunami, Volcanic Activity and Cyclones Changes in Critical Geographical Features, Water Bodies, Ice Caps, Flora and Fauna Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

30 Jul, 2026

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollen analysis reveals weak Indian Summer Monsoon and 4.2 ka event caused Harappan Civilization's decline and eastward migration around 4200 years ago.

30 Jul, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

Astronomers discover an actively forming luminous blue straggler star

Indian astronomers capture rare Blue Straggler Star actively forming, providing direct evidence of stellar rejuvenation through mass transfer in a binary system.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Space Technology

28 Jul, 2026

Astronomers discover an actively forming luminous blue straggler star

Indian astronomers capture rare Blue Straggler Star actively forming, providing direct evidence of stellar rejuvenation through mass transfer in a binary system.

28 Jul, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Robotics and Nanotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

SASTRA University pioneers patented nanofluid electrolyte, boosting Zinc-air battery efficiency for cheaper, safer green energy storage and electric mobility in India.

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology Indigenization of Technology and New Technology Development Robotics and Nanotechnology Intellectual Property Rights, IPR

25 Jul, 2026

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

SASTRA University pioneers patented nanofluid electrolyte, boosting Zinc-air battery efficiency for cheaper, safer green energy storage and electric mobility in India.

25 Jul, 2026

Achievements of Indians in Science and Technology

Odisha: Agni-4 Missile Tested Successfully, Pg10

Odisha: Agni-4 Missile Tested Successfully, Pg10

‘Agni-4’ Ballistic Missile Successfully Test-Fired

‘Agni-4’ Ballistic Missile Successfully Test-Fired

Light-Activated Nano-Robots Can Help Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

Light-Activated Nano-Robots Can Help Targeted Breast Cancer Therapy

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission & Bharat Small Modular Reactors

Parliament Question: Nuclear Energy Mission & Bharat Small Modular Reactors

Parliament Question: Human Spaceflight Mission

Parliament Question: Human Spaceflight Mission

Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine Developed by ICAR Bolsters India's Biosecurity

Indigenous African Swine Fever (ASF) Vaccine Developed by ICAR Bolsters India's Biosecurity

ICAR's Genome Breakthrough Paves Way for Better Pigeonpea Varieties

ICAR's Genome Breakthrough Paves Way for Better Pigeonpea Varieties

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

Vikram Sarabhai Medal for Annapurni Subramaniam, Pg7

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

When machines do math: The promise & limits of AI, Pg13

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

A lepidoptera hotspot, India is home to 8.25% of the world’s butterflies, moths, Pg12

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

India produces smart scientists but is struggling to retain them, Pg2

Varsha Ashok Aglawe first woman GSI D-G in 176 years, Pg13

Varsha Ashok Aglawe first woman GSI D-G in 176 years, Pg13

ISRO & Japanese scientists review mission Chandrayaan-5 preparation, Pg8

ISRO & Japanese scientists review mission Chandrayaan-5 preparation, Pg8

Vikram-1 of Skyroot Aerospace scripted history by becoming the first privately developed Indian rocket to reach the orbit on July 18, Pg15

Vikram-1 of Skyroot Aerospace scripted history by becoming the first privately developed Indian rocket to reach the orbit on July 18, Pg15

Scientists Discover Faster Rotation In The Sun’s Upper Atmosphere

Scientists Discover Faster Rotation In The Sun’s Upper Atmosphere

Parliament Question: Expenditure On R&D

Parliament Question: Expenditure On R&D

Government Strengthens Framework to Counter AI-Generated Deepfakes Through Legal Safeguards, Platform Accountability and Citizen Protection

Government Strengthens Framework to Counter AI-Generated Deepfakes Through Legal Safeguards, Platform Accountability and Citizen Protection

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Pollens Help Trace Why The Harappan Civilization Shrank

Astronomers discover an actively forming luminous blue straggler star

Astronomers discover an actively forming luminous blue straggler star

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

Slew of technologies developed to enable electrically rechargeable Zinc-air batteries

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