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- The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has released a roadmap to build a quantum-safe digital ecosystem in India to protect critical systems from future quantum computing threats.
- Quantum computers using Shor’s Algorithm could break current public-key cryptography, posing risks to banking, defence, government databases, and digital transactions.
- Q-Day refers to the future point when quantum computers become powerful enough to crack existing public-key encryption systems.
- The DST recommends migrating critical sectors such as defence, banking, telecom, and energy to Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) by 2029, while other organizations should transition by 2033.
- PQC is a software-based security solution designed to remain secure against both classical and quantum computer attacks with minimal infrastructure changes.
- Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) uses quantum mechanics to exchange encryption keys securely and can instantly detect any interception attempt.
- Scientists using Chandrayaan-2’s DFSAR instrument have found strong evidence of subsurface water ice near the Moon’s south pole, particularly within the Faustini Crater region.
- The study identified that a combination of high Circular Polarization Ratio (CPR) and low Degree of Polarization (DOP) can serve as reliable indicators of buried lunar ice deposits.
- India and Singapore held the 16th Defence Policy Dialogue to strengthen defence cooperation, maritime security, military exercises, and strategic engagement in the Indo-Pacific region.
- According to the WMO, global temperatures are expected to remain at record or near-record levels during 2026–2030, with a 91% chance of at least one year temporarily exceeding the 1.5°C warming threshold.
- NFHS-6 (2023–24) covered around 6.79 lakh households across 715 districts, providing key insights into India’s health, nutrition, and socio-economic indicators.
- Institutional deliveries increased to 90.6%, while mothers completing at least four antenatal care visits rose to 65.2%, reflecting better maternal healthcare access.
- Full immunisation among children reached 87.1%, and childhood stunting declined to 29.3%, showing improvements in child health outcomes.
- Child marriage reduced to 20.1%, contraceptive use increased to 69.1%, and reported domestic violence among married women declined to 22.3%.
- Women’s empowerment improved significantly, with internet usage reaching 64.3%, bank account operation at 89%, and hygienic menstrual protection use at 79.2%.
- Taiwan surpassed India to become the world’s 5th largest equity market, driven largely by semiconductor giant TSMC and growing global demand for AI-related technologies.
- India’s market ranking slipped due to foreign investor outflows, rupee depreciation, geopolitical uncertainties, and limited exposure to the AI-semiconductor value chain.
- The Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) 2024–25 was launched to benchmark port efficiency, improve transparency, and strengthen India’s maritime competitiveness.
- NITI Aayog unveiled a 10-year semiconductor roadmap aiming to capture 10–13% of the global semiconductor market and reduce India’s dependence on chip imports.
- SkyCast, India’s first integrated aviation weather forecasting system, was launched at Delhi airport to improve flight safety, reduce weather-related disruptions, and enhance operational efficiency.
- The Supreme Court upheld the Election Commission’s power to conduct Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls to ensure accurate and credible voter lists.
- The Court clarified that while the ECI can examine citizenship during voter roll revision, final citizenship decisions rest with the Central Government under the Citizenship Act, 1955.
- Existing voters enjoy a presumption of citizenship, and deletion from electoral rolls does not automatically mean loss of citizenship.
- The India–Oman CEPA has come into force, giving duty-free access to 99% of Indian exports and boosting trade, investment, and professional mobility.
- Oman has opened 127 services sub-sectors to Indian providers, offering major opportunities in IT, healthcare, education, finance, and logistics.
- India will issue its first Blue Bond in FY 2026–27 through Sagarmala Finance Corporation to fund maritime infrastructure and blue economy projects.
- Blue Bonds are sustainable finance instruments dedicated to ocean conservation, coastal resilience, marine ecosystems, and sustainable maritime development.
- At the Shangri-La Dialogue 2026 in Singapore, the United States described India as a “critical anchor” for maintaining balance in the Indo-Pacific region.
- Verily’s Debug Project plans to suppress disease-carrying mosquito populations by releasing Wolbachia-infected male mosquitoes, reducing breeding without pesticides or genetic modification.
- Uttarakhand’s Valley of Flowers has reopened for the monsoon blooming season, showcasing its UNESCO-listed alpine biodiversity and rich Himalayan ecosystem.
- India amended the Immigration and Foreigners Rules, 2025 to improve monitoring of foreign nationals and simplify registration procedures.
- Foreigners planning to stay in India beyond 180 days must now register before the 180-day period ends, ensuring better compliance.
- India and Australia strengthened defence ties through cooperation in maritime security, defence manufacturing, advanced technologies, and Indo-Pacific stability.
- The MAHA Water Mission was launched to promote research-driven solutions for water security, climate resilience, and sustainable water management.
- India is considering isobutanol-diesel blending as a cleaner alternative biofuel for heavy-duty transport and reducing oil imports.
- A new Wholesale Price Index (WPI) series and Producer Price Index (PPI) will modernise India’s inflation measurement system and align it with global standards.
- Airtel’s 5G network slicing service has sparked debate over whether premium network access could conflict with India’s net neutrality rules.
- The Lavender Festival 2026 in Jammu & Kashmir highlighted the success of the Purple Revolution and growth of India’s lavender industry.
- Assam launched Mission Senehjori to strengthen the Muga silk sector through exports, tourism, GI-based traceability, and farmer support.
- DRDO and the Indian Air Force successfully tested the indigenous RudraM-II anti-radiation missile, enhancing India’s Suppression of Enemy Air Defence (SEAD) capability.
- Senior Advocate V. Mohana became only the second woman to be directly elevated from the Bar to the Supreme Court, highlighting gender gaps in the judiciary.
- Women make up only 2 of the 37 Supreme Court judges, and India has never had a woman Chief Justice.
- The PM Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 was launched to attract Indian-origin researchers from across the world to strengthen India’s R&D ecosystem.
- PMRC will focus on frontier sectors such as AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, biotechnology, cybersecurity, and space technology.
- FSSAI introduced a standardised Vegan Logo, which will be mandatory on certified vegan food products from July 2027.
- Vegan foods contain no animal-derived ingredients such as milk, butter, cheese, honey, or other animal products.
- Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon gained attention after Israeli forces reportedly captured the strategic fortress during operations against Hezbollah.
- The Litani River, Lebanon’s longest river, flows entirely within the country and passes near Beaufort Castle.
- BALTOPS 2026, a major NATO-led naval exercise in the Baltic Sea, is being conducted amid ongoing tensions with Russia.
- BALTOPS is one of NATO’s longest-running maritime exercises, held annually since 1971 to improve naval cooperation and defence readiness
- The Viksit Vibrant Village Programme 2026 was launched to promote youth-led development and community engagement in India’s border villages.
- India strengthened biodiversity conservation through new policies, including the National Biodiversity Strategy and the 30×30 conservation target for 2030.
- India’s forest and tree cover now accounts for about 25.17% of its geographical area, while tiger numbers have risen to 3,682.
- India’s green transformation is driven by ecological conservation, sustainable development, and global climate leadership initiatives.
- Hero MotoCorp launched India’s first mass-market flex-fuel motorcycles, capable of running on ethanol blends from E20 to E85.
- Flex-fuel vehicles can reduce crude oil imports, support farmers through ethanol production, and lower vehicle emissions.
- The State of India’s Environment 2026 report identified Goa as the best-performing state while highlighting concerns over pollution, waste, and groundwater depletion.
- The National Awards for e-Governance 2026 recognized innovative digital initiatives such as Agri Stack, e-Jagriti, and the AI-powered eSanjeevani system.
- The UN General Assembly elected Austria, Kyrgyzstan, Portugal, Trinidad and Tobago, and Zimbabwe as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for 2027–28.
- India and the UK launched the Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (CMSCO) to improve monitoring and security of critical mineral supply chains worldwide.
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