ISI Spy Ring Using China-Made Solar CCTV for Military Surveillance Busted in Punjab, 9 Cameras Seized

1,200+ Pakistani Drone Incursions in Punjab Since 2024: BSF Deploys 'Baaz Akh' Anti-Drone System

Over 1,200 Pakistani drones have been intercepted in Punjab since 2024, carrying drugs and weapons. Drones now use satellite communication and anti-jamming tech, while India's first state-level anti-drone system 'Baaz Akh' struggles against 'return-to-home' mechanisms. This is a key internal security, science & tech, and drug menace issue for all exams.

India’s Nuclear Doctrine Faces Review Amid China-Pakistan Alignment, Tech Disruptions

India's nuclear doctrine, unchanged since 2003, is being re-evaluated due to China-Pakistan strategic convergence, disruptive technologies (AI, hypersonic, cyber), and a multipolar geopolitical landscape. The article stresses reviewing operational capabilities without altering core principles like No First Use (NFU) and massive retaliation.

Vitraya Tech Moves SC for CBI Probe into Health Data Breach by Competitors

A health insurance firm, Vitraya Technologies, has petitioned the Supreme Court alleging a coordinated cyber attack by competitors led to a massive data breach of sensitive customer information including Aadhaar and medical records. The company claims the Punjab Police registered an FIR after a six-month delay in a 'mechanical' manner, failing to investigate the named perpetrators. The Supreme Court has issued notices to the Centre, CBI, and Punjab government, making this a significant case on data privacy, corporate cybercrime, and investigative accountability.

Delhi Police Affidavit in SC: Facial Recognition Identifies 2,873 Criminals at Jantar Mantar Protest

Delhi Police has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court defending its use of facial recognition technology during the Jantar Mantar protest, claiming it only identifies individuals with prior criminal records. The SC is hearing petitions alleging excessive force. This case is crucial for understanding the legal framework around surveillance technology and privacy rights in India.

Supreme Court to Examine Proportionality of Facial Recognition System in Delhi Protest

The Supreme Court will examine the proportionality of facial recognition technology used by Delhi Police during a student protest, raising critical questions about privacy, surveillance, and the balance between security and civil liberties. This has implications for the legal framework governing biometric surveillance in India.

US-China Establish Super Intelligence (SI) Dialogue, Create AI Incident Communication Channel

The US and China have agreed to set up a dedicated communication channel for AI incidents and launched a 'Super Intelligence (SI) Dialogue' to discuss risks and benefits. This marks a significant step in bilateral AI governance amid superpower rivalry, with implications for global tech standards and India's positioning.

HAL's LUH with 60% Indigenous Content Set to Replace Ageing Cheetah/Chetak Fleets

India's military helicopter fleet in the Himalayas is critically ageing, with Cheetah/Chetak helicopters over 50 years old. The indigenous Light Utility Helicopter (LUH) by HAL, with 60% indigenisation and 1,300+ hours of testing, is the strategic solution to enhance operational readiness and self-reliance under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

AM/NS India Supplies 100% Steel for INS Malvan, 2nd Mahe Class ASW Shallow Watercraft Commissioned

INS Malvan, the Indian Navy's latest indigenously-built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Watercraft (ASW-SWC), has been commissioned using specialised steel from AM/NS India's Hazira plant in Surat. This highlights India's growing defence indigenisation (80%+ content) and the strategic role of Gujarat's industrial ecosystem in national security.