Current Affair Category: Science & Technology

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 […]

Green Hydrogen-Based Direct Reduced Iron (H₂-DRI) In traditional steelmaking, we use Coke (derived from coal) to remove oxygen from iron ore. This process releases massive amounts of CO2. H₂-DRI changes the chemistry of this process. The Process: Instead of coal, Green Hydrogen (H2o) is pumped into a furnace with the iron ore. The Chemical Shift: […]

Why in news ? the Supreme Court has recently  held in a judgment  that  Stem cell ‘therapies’ cannot be offered as a clinical service for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), outside of an approved and monitored clinical trial or research setting. Why did the Supreme Court intervene? The court’s decision serves to protect patients from “predatory” […]

The Government of India is preparing to roll out Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) communication technology by end of 2026. About Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication Technology: Vehicle-to-vehicle communication technology is a wireless systemthat allows vehicles to directly exchange safety data without using mobile or internet networks. Objective: The primary objective is to lower the risk of collisionsand chain accidents by providing advance warnings about sudden […]

The news is about the Government of India (through the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting) proposing Draft IT (Digital Code) Rules, 2026. These rules aim to regulate obscenity and other harmful content on digital platforms like social media, OTT (streaming services like Netflix, Prime Video), online news publishers, and user-generated content. Key Points: New definition […]