Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

The launch of the SAHI and BODH initiatives at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 marks a pivotal shift toward a regulated, ethical, and high-tech healthcare ecosystem in India. Under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), these frameworks are designed to bridge the gap between rapid AI innovation and patient […]

Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) is a farmer-centric, AI-powered Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) designed to be the “UPI of Agriculture.” It provides a single digital gateway for end-to-end farming support. Inauguration: February 17, 2026 (Jaipur, Rajasthan). Launched By: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma. Backbone: Built […]

A study in Nature recently revealed a way around this challenge. Instead of crafting a therapy for every mutation, researchers from the Broad Institute, Harvard University, and the University of Minnesota have developed a method to address many nonsense mutation diseases using a single genome-editing strategy. Their approach, called Prime-Editing-mediated Readthrough of premature Termination codons […]

Why in News ? This investigative report highlights a shift in the security landscape, marking what officials describe as India’s first major bioterrorism plot involving a highly lethal biological agent. The case of Dr. Ahmed Mohiyuddin Saiyed is particularly significant because it moves beyond traditional explosives or firearms, entering the realm of specialized chemical/biological warfare. […]

Removal of the “Google Tax” India has already moved to dismantle its standalone digital services taxes: The Equalisation Levy (EL): The 6% levy on online advertising (often called the “Google Tax”) was abolished effective April 1, 2025, via the Finance Bill 2025. E-commerce Levy: A separate 2% levy on non-resident e-commerce operators had already been […]

India’s Advancements in Astronomy and Space Research India is enhancing its astronomy and space research capabilities with significant budget allocations and new projects. The budget has earmarked  Rs 13,416.20 crore for the Department of Space for 2026-27, prioritizing deep-space exploration and astrophysics. Key Projects and Allocations: Development of the 30-m National Large Optical-Infrared Telescope and the National Large […]

Why in news ? India and the United States have announced that they will “significantly increase trade in technology products, including Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) and other goods used in data centers. About Graphics Processing Units (GPU): A GPU is an electronic circuit boardthat can quickly perform many mathematical calculations.  Like a central processing unit (CPU), a […]

Why in news ?  Recently ,the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) officially notified the New Startup India Rules 2026. These rules represent a paradigm shift in how the government supports high-tech, research-heavy ventures. Why the Change? The previous 10-year window was found to be insufficient for “Deep Tech” sectors (AI, Semiconductors, […]

Batteries have evolved from simple power sources for gadgets into the foundational pillar of the global economy and clean energy transition. Ubiquity: Integrated into everything from wearables and EVs to large-scale grid storage and household appliances. Strategic Importance: Critical for economic growth, energy security, and achieving net-zero goals. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) Dominance: * Drivers: High energy […]

Frozen Embryos & the ART Act (GS 3: Bio-Ethics/Science) Why in News?  The Delhi High Court recently issued a notice to the Union Government regarding a “blanket ban” on the donation of surplus frozen embryos. The Conflict: Under the current ART Act, thousands of viable embryos must be “allowed to perish” (destroyed) after 10 years […]