Source: The post “Funding treatment of rare diseases” has been created, based on “Funding treatment of rare diseases” published in “BusinessLine” on 31st January 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Science and technology Context: Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) is a rare genetic disorder that causes progressive muscle weakness and can be life-threatening, especially in children. In India,… Continue reading Funding treatment of rare diseases
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The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance
Source: The post “The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance” has been created, based on “The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance” published in “BusinessLine” on 28 January 2026. The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3-Science and technology Context: Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) occurs when bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites develop resistance to medicines that… Continue reading The looming threat of antimicrobial resistance
How India Can Turn AI into Foreign Policy
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3– Science and Technology – Developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction India’s Global AI Summit marks a shift from symbolism to statecraft. The focus is not on displaying technological power but on building credibility. As trust becomes central to global AI adoption, India is positioning itself… Continue reading How India Can Turn AI into Foreign Policy
Why AI infrastructure matters more
Source: The post “Why AI infrastructure matters more” has been created, based on “Why AI infrastructure matters more” published in “The Hindu” on 22nd January 2026. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Artificial Intelligence is no longer only a technological tool but a strategic economic and governance resource. India’s white paper “Democratising Access… Continue reading Why AI infrastructure matters more
How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space
Source: The post “How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space” has been created, based on “How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space” published in “The Hindu” on 21 January 2026. How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space. UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: The… Continue reading How reusability can lead to sustainable, cost-effective access to space
The EV boom is accelerating a copper crunch
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3 – Science and Technology Introduction The rapid global shift toward electric vehicles is increasing copper demand at an unprecedented scale. Copper is essential for electrification and forms the backbone of EV batteries, motors, wiring systems, charging infrastructure, and power grids. As EV adoption expands rapidly, copper demand is rising… Continue reading The EV boom is accelerating a copper crunch
What is futuristic marine and space biotechnology?
Source: The post “What is futuristic marine and space biotechnology?’’ has been created, based on “What is futuristic marine and space biotechnology?” published in “The Hindu” on 15 January 2026. What is futuristic marine and space biotechnology? UPSC Syllabus: GS Paper-3- Science and technology Context: Rapid advances in futuristic biotechnology are expanding the frontiers of… Continue reading What is futuristic marine and space biotechnology?
India must focus on AI and its environmental impact
UPSC Syllabus Topic: GS Paper 3– Science and Technology – Developments and their applications and effects in everyday life. Introduction India must focus on AI and its environmental impact as AI adoption expands rapidly across sectors such as health care, agriculture, and industry. While AI-driven growth promises efficiency and innovation, its hidden environmental costs receive… Continue reading India must focus on AI and its environmental impact
Design Linked Incentive Scheme
Context- Semiconductor chips are critical for healthcare, transport, communications, defence, space, AI, and digital infrastructure. Global demand is rising rapidly due to digitalisation and automation. However, Semiconductor manufacturing is concentrated in a few geographies, making global supply chains fragile and disruption-prone. India aims to emerge as a strategic, reliable semiconductor hub through- Semicon India Programme… Continue reading Design Linked Incentive Scheme
India’s Artificial Intelligence Journey
Introduction India is entering a new AI-driven development phase impacting healthcare, agriculture, education, governance, cities, and public services. Focus is on inclusive, affordable, and accessible AI, not limited to elite institutions. AI is positioned as a tool for societal upliftment and good governance, aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. India’s Artificial Intelligence Journey.… Continue reading India’s Artificial Intelligence Journey
