Introduction: A Nuclear Vision for Viksit Bharat@2047 As India marches toward its ambitious goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047, energy security stands as a pivotal pillar in the vision of Viksit Bharat . Amid the global climate crisis and rising energy demands, nuclear power has re-emerged as a compelling solution. India’s commitment to achieving 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047 is both visionary and necessary—but achieving this requires a strategic shift in policy, participation, and international cooperation. While India’s nuclear energy sector has traditionally been a tightly controlled domain under government monopoly—primarily led by the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) —it is now imperative to welcome private sector investments and foreign partnerships. A reformed nuclear ecosystem can unlock the full potential of atomic energy as a clean, reliable, and scalable contributor to India’s net-zero aspiration...
Lie Detectors: The Science, Technology, and Ethical Debate Introduction Lie detection has long fascinated humanity, from ancient methods like trial by ordeal to modern polygraphs and AI-driven deception analysis. As technology advances, so do the ethical, scientific, and practical implications of lie detectors in criminal justice, workplace monitoring, and national security. What is a Lie Detector? A lie detector, or polygraph, is a device designed to measure physiological responses such as heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, and skin conductivity to detect deception. The assumption is that when a person lies, involuntary physiological changes occur, which the polygraph records. How Does a Polygraph Work? A traditional polygraph test includes the following steps: Pre-Test Phase: The examiner explains the procedure and asks control questions to establish baseline readings. Data Collection: Electrodes are placed on the subject to measure physiological responses while answeri...