Narendra Modi Inaugurates AI Impact Summit Amid Opening Day Disruptions Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi on Monday, presenting it as a landmark event to showcase India’s ambitions in artificial intelligence. The summit aims to position the country as a leading force in emerging technologies and global digital governance. However, the opening day faced a wave of online criticism. Attendees reported long queues, overcrowding and organisational lapses at the venue. Consequently, the logistical challenges quickly became a talking point across social media platforms. https://youtu.be/ssQviRePx9M Disruption Overshadows Technology Showcase Participants said confusion at entry…
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India’s drone ecosystem has evolved into a structured and regulated framework that now supports governance, development and national security. As of February 2026, more than 38,500 drones hold registered Unique Identification Numbers, while 39,890 remote pilots possess DGCA certification. In addition, 244 approved training organisations operate nationwide, reflecting strong institutional capacity. Over the past two decades, drone technology has shifted from experimental use to mainstream deployment. Today, India applies drones across land surveys, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, disaster management, railway monitoring and defence. This expansion reflects coordinated policy reforms, simplified regulations and digital governance tools that have reduced barriers and encouraged…
SpaceX and xAI are set to compete in a secretive Pentagon initiative focused on advanced drone technology, according to a report by Bloomberg News. The contest centres on the development of voice controlled, autonomous drone swarming systems. Bloomberg cited people familiar with the matter who said the companies will take part in the challenge. However, neither SpaceX nor its wholly owned subsidiary xAI responded to requests for comment. The Pentagon’s defence innovation unit also declined to comment. Reuters could not independently verify the report. Secret Pentagon Challenge The reported competition began in January and carries a prize fund of 100…
Britain Considers Under 16 Social Media Ban And AI Chatbot Loophole Closure Britain could introduce an Australian style ban on social media for children under 16 as early as this year. The government also plans to close a loophole that leaves some artificial intelligence chatbots outside existing safety rules. Together, the measures aim to strengthen protections for young people and respond more quickly to digital risks. Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government launched a consultation last month on restricting social media access for under 16s. Ministers are now working to amend legislation so they can implement any changes within months of…
US Departments Transport Microreactor To Demonstrate Rapid Nuclear Deployment The US Departments of Energy and Defense transported a small nuclear reactor by cargo plane for the first time on Sunday, February 15. The agencies moved the unit from California to Utah to demonstrate how quickly nuclear power systems could deploy for military and civilian use. Officials described the operation as a milestone for energy security and defence logistics. Moreover, they said the test highlights the growing role of compact nuclear technology in meeting strategic needs. Microreactor Flown From California To Utah The two departments partnered with California based Valar Atomics…
ABS Benefit-Sharing Contributions Fuel Biodiversity ConservationThe National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has realised ₹2.40 crore under the ABS benefit-sharing contributions framework in the past 45 days. The funds were collected from ten applications submitted by entities in the seed, animal feed, and cosmetic sectors for research and commercial use of biological resources. Major Contributors and Utilised Biological ResourcesThe contributions were generated from a variety of agricultural biological resources, including rice, onion, bitter gourd, mustard, cotton, bottle gourd, brinjal, chilli, cucumber, okra, ridge gourd, tomato, and seaweed. A significant portion of ₹2.30 crore was contributed by Pioneer Overseas Corporation for commercial use…
Failed Supernova Black Hole Formation Spotted in Real TimeAstronomers have documented compelling evidence of failed supernova black hole formation after tracking a massive star that vanished without exploding. The star, known as M31-2014-DS1, resided in the Andromeda Galaxy, roughly 2.5 million light-years from Earth. Instead of detonating in a brilliant supernova, the star appeared to collapse quietly, leaving behind only a faint infrared glow caused by gas and dust being pulled inward by a newly formed black hole. Researchers observed that the star remained luminous for four decades before brightening in 2015 and then almost disappearing from view. The behaviour…
GE Aerospace Singapore Automation Tackles Repair BacklogsGE Aerospace Singapore automation efforts are accelerating as the company upgrades its 2,000-employee repair hub to address one of aviation’s biggest constraints: overloaded maintenance shops and scarce replacement parts. Technician Suresh Sinnaiyan, who has spent more than a decade manually repairing jet-engine compressor blades, is now helping teach robots to replicate the same delicate sanding and blending techniques at the company’s new automation lab. Unexpected wear and tear in next-generation jet engines across the industry has grounded aircraft and forced airlines to extend the use of older planes. That has stretched engine repair queues…
In India the number of space start-ups has skyrocketed from just one in 2014 to over 400 today, reflecting the rapid evolution of the country’s private space sector. The growth follows initiatives like the Startup India Initiative (2016), which aimed to foster innovation and streamline funding, regulation, and institutional support for emerging companies. Prominent players include Pixxel, Dhruva, Skyroot Aerospace, Agnikul Cosmos, and Bellatrix Aerospace, all of which have contributed to India’s rising profile in the global space domain. Policy Support The government has rolled out a series of measures to enable space start-ups in India, including: Indian Space Policy (2023)…
India has further tightened its regulation of online platforms, mandating that social media companies remove unlawful content within three hours of receiving a government notice, significantly reducing the previous 36-hour deadline. The government announced the change on Tuesday as part of amendments to India’s 2021 Information Technology rules, a framework that has frequently put Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration at odds with global technology firms including Meta, Google and Elon Musk’s X. The revised regulations will come into force on February 20. The sharply reduced response window represents a major compliance challenge for large platforms operating at scale. Companies will…