Tag: Science and technology

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Digital sovereignty refers to a nation’s ability to control its data, digital infrastructure, and critical technologies. Recent incidents involving compromised CCTV networks and disruption of Nayara Energy’s digital services have exposed India’s dependence on foreign technology platforms. As governance, commerce, and defence increasingly rely on digital… Continue reading The Challenge of India’s Digital Sovereignty

Source: The post “Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships” has been created based on “Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships”, published in “The Hindu” on 22 June 2026. Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Science & Technology Context: India has announced a ₹2 billion drone procurement programme for domestic… Continue reading Moving from drone purchases to drone partnerships

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Innovation is becoming a key determinant of economic strength, national security, and technological sovereignty. As global competition in critical technologies intensifies, India must move beyond being a user of technology and become a creator of globally relevant solutions. The country’s strong talent base, growing startup ecosystem,… Continue reading Innovate or be Eaten: On India and an Innovative Ecosystem

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction For decades, military power was measured by expensive platforms such as tanks, fighter aircraft, missiles, artillery, and warships. Recent conflicts in Ukraine and West Asia have challenged this model by demonstrating the growing importance of commercially derived drones, rapid innovation, and AI-enabled systems. Drones now perform… Continue reading Drone Revolution and Modern Warfare

Source: The post “Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’” has been created based on “Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’”, published in “The Hindu” on 10 June 2026. Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’. UPSC Syllabus: GS-3- Science and technology Context: The emergence of Mythos-class AI models such as… Continue reading Securing India against the threat of a ‘Mythocalypse’

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and Technology Introduction Semiconductors have become critical for economic growth, national security, digital infrastructure and advanced technologies. Recognising their strategic importance, NITI Aayog’s Frontier Tech Hub recently released the report Future of India’s Semiconductor Industry, which outlines a long-term roadmap for building a competitive domestic semiconductor ecosystem. While India… Continue reading The Future of India’s Chip Industry

UPSC Syllabus: Gs Paper 3- Science and technology Introduction Outer space has become a major arena of economic, technological, and military competition. The rapid growth of satellites and counter-space technologies has increased concerns about future conflicts in space. China has steadily expanded its space and counter-space capabilities to secure strategic advantages. This has created new… Continue reading Orbital Rivalry — The Challenge of China’s Space Power