Wheat Cultivation in India- Breeding for Climate Change
In light of the rising temperatures in the north, the Agriculture Ministry recently announced the setting up of a committee to monitor the situation a…
Science & Technology
Peer Review- Methods, Necessity & Challenges
Peer review has been a cornerstone in scientific progress over the last few centuries. However, it has certain shortcomings impeding the full realizat…
Deepfakes- Need for Regulation
Deepfakes are permeating into various aspects of the society- ranging from cyber-harassment to election manipulations- with significant negative conse…
Voice Technology- Pros, Cons & Applications
The increasing adoption of digital technology has been unfortunately accompanied by rising number of cyber-frauds, imperilling security and causing si…
AI Bias- an Issue impeding AI in Governance
In June, India’s MeitY released the Draft National Data Governance Framework Policy to improve access, quality and the use of non-personal data in l…
Polymer Banknotes- Pros, Cons and Global Experience
Around the world, increasing number of countries are switching over to polymer banknotes from the traditional paper- and fabric-based banknotes.
2022 World Cities Day- Integrating Utility Services and Use of Automation
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DMH-11- Technology Used, Pros and Cons
The Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee recently gave the green light for releasing the DMH-11, a GM crop. This is the second time that this GM…
Green Crackers- Answer to Festive-time Pollution?
How harmful are firecrackers? Firecrackers’ components, upon combustion release toxic compounds in the form of smoke. This smoke contains greenhouse gases like carbon monoxide and…
