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INDUS-X Summit sets stage for enhanced India-US Defense Partnership

The much-anticipated INDUS-X Summit is scheduled to be held on February 20-21, 2024, in New Delhi, marking a significant milestone in the collaborative efforts between India and US

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Japan and India Forge Ahead with Educational Exchange Initiative

The Japan Science & Technology (JST) Agency, a pivotal entity in Japan's national research and development landscape, has launched a significant educational exchange initiative involving Indian educational institutions.

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Pune: The Institute of Indian Foundrymen organizes national conference on Oct 20

The Pune Chapter of the Institute of Indian Foundrymen has organized a national conference on "Growth and Digital Technology for Sustainable Development" on October 20, 2023

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Unlocking the Future: C4i4 Lab & AutoCluster Pune organizes Smart Connectivity Technology Day 2023

C4i4 Lab and AutoCluster Pune are organizing Smart Connectivity Technology Day 2023 on the occasion of National Engineers Day on September 15

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NB Explains | IAF & Drone Federation of India to co-host Bharat Drone Shakti 2023

The Indian Air Force (IAF), recognizing the potential of indigenous drone design and development, is collaborating with the Drone Federation of India to jointly host 'Bharat Drone Shakti 2023.'

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In a first, value of defence production crosses Rs 1 lakh Cr

The value of defence production has crossed the figure of Rs 1 lakh crore for the first time ever during financial year 2022-23. Centre has taken several policy initiatives in the past few years and brought in reforms.

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Indian Defence Industries showcase cutting-edge capabilities to Thailand

Department Defence Production organized a briefing and interaction meeting with Thailand delegation led by Deputy Chief of Air Staff, Royal Thai Air force (RTAF) – Air Marshal Piboon Vorravanpreecha in New Delhi on Thursday (Jun 22)

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ED issues show-cause notice to Xiaomi India, 3 banks under FEMA

ED had earlier seized ₹5,551.27 crore of Xiaomi Technology India Pvt Ltd lying in its bank accounts under the provisions of FEMA for unauthorised remittance of this amount in guise of royalty abroad by the company.

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NB Explains | DRDO assures all possible support to make India a net defence exporter

Secretary Department of Defence R-D and Chairman of Defence Research and Development Organisation ( DRDO ) Samir V Kamat assured all possible support to make India a net defence exporter.

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Spanish Defence Company INDRA Installs First Naval Version of Advanced LANZA 3D Radar on Indian Navy P17A Stealth Frigates

In a major upgrade to India’s P17A Stealth Frigate Program, Spanish Defence System & Information Technology company INDRA Sistemas S.A installed the naval version of LANZA 3D radar on an Indian Navy front line warship (P-17A).

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#SecurityScan 33: Nikki Haley, Taiwan's internet and more

To counter China's spying efforts, the U.S. has implemented various measures, including strengthening cyber security protocols and regulations, increasing the use of encryption technologies, and investing in intelligence gathering to detect and prevent foreign espionage.

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52 individuals, 34 start-ups awarded, 7 projects sanctioned under DRDO's 'Dare to Dream' Contest

A total of 5,637 applications have been received under the DRDO organized three Dare to Dream Contests to promote individual and start-ups for innovation in the area of Defence and Aerospace in last three years.

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Google collaborates with K'taka govt to support emerging startups

As a part of the MoU, both govt and Sundar Pichai-led companies will work with women-led startups and provide them access to training, partners and expertise on resources.

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DRDO's Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator exhibits a "perfect maiden flight"

Operating in a fully autonomous mode, the DRDO's Autonomous Flying Wing Technology Demonstrator exhibited a perfect flight, including take-off, way point navigation and a smooth touchdown.

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Technology Development Fund scheme of DRDO enhanced from Rs 10 Cr to Rs 50 Cr per project

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh approved enhancement of funding under Technology Development Fund (TDF) scheme of Ministry of Defence to Rs. 50 crore per project, from Rs. 10 crore.

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TechEagle delivers lifesaving medicines using hybrid drones in Meghalaya

TechEagle has partnered with Govt of Meghalaya to carry out India’s first hybrid e-VTOL drone delivery

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Post-Covid future economy going to be heavily dependent on technology: Jitendra Singh

Jitendra Singh said post-Covid future economy will be heavily dependent on Technology

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CoWIN to be made open source for all countries: PM Modi

CoWIN to be made open source for all countries: PM Modi

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Twitter crosses limits! Locks Ravi Shankar Prasad’s account without any notice, restored an hour later

Twitter crosses limits! Locks Ravi Shankar Prasad’s account without any notice, restored an hour later

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Trouble for Twitter! Parliamentary panel summons Twitter over 'safeguarding Citizens’ rights'

Trouble for Twitter! Parliamentary panel summons Twitter over 'safeguarding Citizens’ rights'

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Made In India! Pune based start-up firm develops 3D-printed masks with antiviral properties

Made In India! Pune based start-up firm develops 3D-printed masks with antiviral properties

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BJP leader files case against Instagram for showing objectionable Lord Shiva GIF

BJP leader files case against Instagram for showing objectionable Lord Shiva GIF

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Brazilian S&T Minister praises Dr. Jitendra for successful Amazonia launch by ISRO

After the successful launch of the Amazonia-1, Union Minister of State of Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh discuss the way to further explore the space corporation between the two countries with his Brazilian counterpart.

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Another Blow to China! India bans Ali Express, 42 other Chinese apps

Taking a dig at China, the Government of India conducted another digital Strike on china and blocked 43 Chinese mobile apps from accessing by users in India, under section 69A of the Information Technology Act.

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Govt Approves PLI Scheme For 10 Key Sectors Including Automobiles, Telecom

Boosting the domestic manufacturing capabilities and enhancing the exports under the Atmanirbhar Bharat, Cabinet approved offering Rs 2 lakh crore worth of production-linked incentives to 10 more sectors to boost domestic manufacturing.

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Govt extends National Saffron Mission to the North East

Saffron Production under the National Saffron Mission will now be implemented in the North East region.

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WATCH: India successfully tests Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle, Rajnath Singh congratulates-

In a historic mission, India on Monday successfully tested Hypersonic Technology Demonstrator Vehicle (HSTDV), a major step in producing indigenous defence technologies for making India 'Atmanirbhar'. It has now joined countries like US, Russia and China for inducting the technology.

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Govt launches “Swadeshi' Microprocessor Challenge” to boost self-reliant India

Keeping up with the spirit of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, the Union Ministry Of Electronics And Information Technology (MeiyY) on Tuesday (Aug 18) launched “Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge” to provide further impetus to the strong ecosystem of Start-up, innovation, and research in the country.

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Harvard, MIT sue Trump Admin over international-student policy

The Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) moved the Federal Court on Wednesday challenging the new rules barring international students from staying in the US while taking classes entirely online.

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Atmanirbhar Bharat and the Great Tech Standards Game

The Group of Seven (G7) countries have escalated their long simmering techno-economic feud with China and its allies. They are prudently exercising strategies based on their suspicion about the latter’s deliberate miscommunication during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Aarogya Setu app crosses 100 million downloads!

In a bid to track and to contain the COVID 19, Aarogya Setu App hit a massive milestone of 100 million users within a period of 41 days since its launch on 2 April. The Aarogya Setu app is currently the most downloaded free app on both Android and iOS.

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National Technology Day: PM Modi hails Vajpayee's leadership ; salutes all technologists helping in combating COVID-19

On the occasion of National Technology Day, PM Narendra Modi on Monday saluted all those who are leveraging technology to bring a positive difference in the lives of others. This day is marked as a "landmark moment in India's history and 'exceptional achievement of our scientists" in a nuclear test performed on 11th May 1998.

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Exhibiting modern technologies over modernization of police forces, PM Modi inaugurates Technology Demonstration Site in Kevadiya

Ahead in the celebration of Sardar Vallabbhai Patel's 144th birth anniversary marking National Unity Day as well, PM Modi inaugurated the Technology Demonstration Site in Gujarat. This is after the Prime Minister paid floral tributes to the Statue of Unity in Kevadiya district today.

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Artificial Intelligence in Military Enabling Applications

Instead of emphasizing on “Balance of Power Considerations”, India should, through her “AI in Defence Vision”, modernise her Defence Forces. India has to join “AI in Defence Sector Race” started by Super Powers. This is the NEED of THE HOUR”.

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Treading to foster innovation, scientific growth, Goa prepares to host 'Manohar Parrikar Vigyan Mohotsav' by December 13

Viewing to provide proper and authoritative guidance to the students those interested in Science and Technology, the state of Goa is all set to host Science exhibition named after late Goa CM Manohar Parrikar. ‘Manohar Parrikar Vigyan Mahotsav’ this year will however embrace five noble laureates along with five Indian scientists by 13th and 14th of December this year.

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Spreading wings with private sector! ISRO invites private firms to build 5 PSLVs

ISRO is achieving many milestones with commitment and hard work. Now, going to the next level with ‘Make-in-India’ initiative, ISRO now, invited Indian companies to build five Polar Satellite Launch Vehicles (PSLVs).

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This technology will fight train-elephant collisions in Uttarakhand reserve

Uttarakhand has a new technique that could save the wildlife of the state. To prevent elephants from being hit by trains passing through Uttarakhand's Rajaji Tiger Reserve, it has been decided to install seismic sensors and thermal cameras to warn them of animal movement near railway tracks.

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New Technology arms Indian farmers to double income!

NIRDPR has recently established a 'Backyard Recirculatory Aquaculture System' developed by Cochin University of Science and Technology.

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Lok Sabha passes DNA Technology Regulation Bill! All details inside

The importance of the bill is to provide regulation for the use and application of DNA technology for the purpose of establishing the identity of a certain category of people, including the victims, offenders, suspects, under trials, missing persons and others.

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Finishing touches to India’s ‘Moon’ dream! Chandrayaan 2 integrates with GSLV MK III

On the preparations, ISRO chairman K. Sivan confirmed the news at the seventh convocation of the Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST). He also added, the launch vehicle will be moved to the launch pad at Sriharikota in Andhra Pradesh by 7 July, Sunday.

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Transforming HAL with new energy! Government decides to establish ‘Aerospace University’

The Expert Group under the Chairmanship of Mr. B.K. Chaturvedi, the then Member, Planning Commission constituted by the Government for restructuring and strengthening of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) had recommended setting up of an ‘Aerospace University’.

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‘Always honor the spirit and the letter of law’, Centre continues to embrace digitization, taking economy forward

Reiterating that the Centre will ensure that small retailers and kirana shops thrive in the country, Commerce head Piyush Goyal, held an interactive session with e-Commerce companies, discussing ways to bring about convergence of interests of e-Commerce platforms and small retailers.

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Breaking every record with hard-work! Surat girl Stuti Khandwala tops NEET, JIPMER, AIIMS & JEE, all at once

Making this tradition even brighter with the dedication and hard work, Surat girl Stuti Khandwala achieved the rare feat. In an unusual incident of achievement, with her merit, Stuti cracked all major competitive exams conducted in India which includes JEE (Main), NEET, and the AIIMS MBBS tests.

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ISRO and Startup: Not just space but also “business space”!

Now, ISRO is engaging with “business space” too. In recent years, ISRO has taken a no. of initiatives to encourage startups and entrepreneurship within the country to contribute towards space science and technology.

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Let’s pledge to ensure commitment of technology on the National Technology Day

National Technology Day is being observed today. The aim of the celebration is to highlight the achievements of our scientists and engineers in the field of science and technology. Everyone should ensure the use of science and technology in daily life. The day highlights the important role of science in our daily lives and encourages students to embrace science as a career option. As a reminder of the anniversary of the Pokhran nuclear test Shakti, National Technology Day is observed every year on 11th of M

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New carbon capture system generates electricity by sucking up co2

When vehicles and power plants burn fossil fuels, they release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere trapping energy from the Sun and warming the planet.

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Discovery of 'death switch' mechanism in plants may yield stronger crops: Scientists

Chinese scientists have discovered a possible "death switch" mechanism in plant's immune system that triggers infected cells to self-destruct, thus limiting the spread of the disease and keeping other parts of the plant healthy. This is as per the findings published in the journal 'Science'. Scientists said the discovery provides clues to cell death control and immunity for plants, and they hope further research can lead to a new generation of disease-resistant crops that use significantly less pesticide an

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Navy's propel for advanced technology with CSIR towards development

In order to undertake research and development of advanced technologies for the Indian Navy, an MoU has been inked between the Indian Navy and Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) today. This will be a collaborative arrangement between labs of CSIR, the Indian Navy and Indian industry.

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To nurture ‘her’ ambitions, UGC to grant Rs. 25-35 lakh per year for Women’s studies programme

Women education is one of the top priority for India. UGC is always keen to help young women to achieve their dreams. Now take another step, The University Grants Commission (UGC) will allow over 10,000 institutions, both colleges, and universities.

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Magic becomes a reality! With help of light scientists successfully levitate objects

The object floats in the air without any force applied or flying carpets are the fantasies of our childhood science fictions and stories. We get excited when we see all the superheroes have such power in childhood stories. But wait! Why we are talking about these fantasies? Because according to new research, Scientists successfully levitate objects by using light.

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