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Faith as guiding principle of Ethics in Ai

AI and Religion: The Emergence of the “Faith-AI Covenant”

The inaugural “Faith-AI Covenant” round-table recently concluded in New York. This initiative marks a significant “about-face” for Silicon Valley, which has historically maintained a skeptical stance toward organized religion. The meeting signifies a growing recognition that technical safeguards alone may be insufficient to manage the societal impact of AI. Key Stakeholders and Initiatives The “Claude […]

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Adaptive Material in Lab

ADAPTIVE METAMATERIALS: THE EMERGENCE OF PHYSICAL LEARNING

Recently, a study published in the journal Nature Physics revealed that researchers have developed a synthetic metamaterial capable of “physical learning.” Unlike traditional materials, this synthetic system can reorganise its internal mechanical properties in response to external conditions, mimicking biological adaptation. What are Metamaterials? The Innovation: A Learning Robotic Chain The research team built a

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Canadian and Alberta Flag

ALBERTA SEPARATISM: CHALLENGES TO CANADIAN FEDERALISM

Recently, a separatist group in Canada, “Stay Free Alberta,” formally submitted over 302,000 signatures to Elections Alberta. This exceeds the statutory requirement of 178,000 signatures needed to force the provincial government to consider a referendum on Alberta’s independence from Canada. Background: The Roots of “Wexit” (Western Exit) Alberta, often referred to as the “energy heartland”

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Cotton Field and Plant

MISSION FOR COTTON PRODUCTIVITY (2026-27 TO 2030-31)

The Cabinet approved a dedicated “Mission for Cotton Productivity” with an outlay of ₹5,659.22 crore to revitalize the cotton textile value chain over the next five years. Objectives and Strategy Status of Cotton in India PRACTICE QUESTIONS Q. With reference to the “Mission for Cotton Productivity,” consider the following statements: Which of the statements given

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Space Technology: GalaxEye’s ‘Mission Drishti’ – A Global First in OptoSAR Technology

On May 3, 2026, Bengaluru-based startup GalaxEye successfully launched Mission Drishti, the world’s first “OptoSAR” satellite, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9. Weighing 190 kg, it stands as India’s largest privately developed earth observation (EO) satellite to date. Key Points Understanding OptoSAR Technology To understand why Mission Drishti is a “world first,” we must distinguish between

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Persistent Gender Gap in India’s Corporate and Formal Sector

Persistent Gender Gap in India’s Corporate and Formal Sector

A recent analysis by the Udaiti Foundation (2024-25) reveals a stark gender imbalance in India’s formal workforce, noting that nearly 50% of NSE-listed companies have zero women in Key Managerial Positions (KMPs), highlighting a “glass ceiling” in corporate leadership and a decline in high-paying formal jobs for women. Key Points Sociological and Economic Dimensions 1.

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Record GST Collections

Record GST Collections and the Import-Domestic Growth Divergence

India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenue hit an all-time high of ₹2.43 lakh crore in April 2026, marking an 8.7% year-on-year growth despite global geopolitical headwinds and the West Asia crisis. Key Points The “K-Shaped” Consumption Recovery The divergence between record GST (driven by imports) and “soft” domestic consumption (only 4.3% growth) points to

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State Fiscal Health and the “Golden Rule” of Financing

The Union Finance Ministry’s Monthly Economic Review (April 2026) has warned that nine large Indian states are projected to run Revenue Deficits in 2026-27, limiting their ability to handle external fiscal shocks like the ongoing West Asia crisis. Key Points Explanation of Relevant Terms 1. Revenue Deficit 2. Fiscal Deficit 3. Capital Outlay 4. Fiscal

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