science and tech

Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025)

Context: India has unveiled its Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025). About Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025) Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR-2025) is a 15-year capability planning document prepared by the Ministry of Defence. Purpose Guides the Indian defence...

Stellar Parallax: Definition, Formula, and Importance in Astronomy

Context: Astronomers have shown that spacecraft can navigate deep space using just two stars as reference points through a method called stellar parallax. About Stellar Parallax As Earth orbits the Sun, we look at a star from two opposite sides...

New Radar Systems Along Northern And Western Borders

Context: The Indian Army is procuring advanced radars to plug surveillance gaps along the northern and western borders. About the New Radar Systems Purpose: Detect and engage low radar cross-section (RCS) objects, such as small drones, which are hard to...

Women in STEM Careers, Importance, Opportunities and Challenges

Context: As we mark World Youth Skills Day on July 15, India needs to work on eliminating the gender paradox in India’s STEM sector. India has taken steps like quotas and special schemes to increase women’s participation in Science, Technology,...

First Made in India SEMICON Chip – VIKRAM 3201

India achieved a historic milestone in its semiconductor journey with the unveiling of VIKRAM 3201, the nation’s first fully indigenous 32-bit space-grade microprocessor, at Semicon India 2025. The chip, developed by the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) of ISRO and...

Regulation of Commercial Speech on Digital Platforms

Context: The Supreme Court in August 2025 directed the Union government to draft guidelines for regulating social media, in consultation with the National Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA). The matter arose from derogatory remarks made in a stand-up comedy skit...

Solar Orbiter Traces the Origin of Solar Energetic Electrons (SEE)

In a breakthrough for solar physics, the Solar Orbiter (SO)—a joint mission of NASA and the European Space Agency (ESA)—has recently traced the origin of Solar Energetic Electrons (SEE). This discovery helps scientists better understand how high-energy particles from the...

Mental Healthcare in India, Scope, Conditions and Government Initiatives

Context: India is facing a growing mental health crisis, with recent studies revealing high rates of depression, anxiety, and behavioural addictions, especially among youth. Despite various policy interventions and declining suicide rates, significant treatment gaps persist. Mental Healthcare in India...

National Quantum Mission (NQM), Key Features, Significance and Government Initiatives

Context: Karnataka secured representation in the Hub Governing Board (HGB) of the National Quantum Mission (NQM). National Quantum Mission (NQM) Approved by the Union Cabinet in April 2023. Duration: 8 years (2023–2031). Outlay: ₹6,003 crore. Objectives: Develop Quantum Technologies in:...

Advanced Ultra Supercritical (AUSC) Technology

Context: The government is reconsidering its plan to set up a power project based on Advanced Ultra Supercritical (AUSC) Technology due to its high initial costs. Advanced Ultra Supercritical (AUSC) Technology Advanced Ultra Supercritical (AUSC) Technology refers to next-generation coal-based thermal power...