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Redeeming India’s Nuclear Power Promise: A Clean Energy Imperative for 2047

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...

Understanding DDoS Attacks: How They Disrupt Websites and Networks

Understanding DDoS Attacks: How They Disrupt Websites and Networks What is a DDoS Attack? A Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS ) attack tries to overwhelm a website or network with too much traffic, making it slow or completely inaccessible. It is a type of Denial-of-Service (DoS) attack, which aims to disrupt applications or services. Key Features of DDoS Attacks: Multiple Sources of Traffic: DDoS attacks are unique because they send massive traffic from many different sources at the same time. This makes it harder to block the attack because it comes from multiple locations. Use of Botnets: Attackers use botnets (hijacked devices like computers, phones, or IoT devices) to send fake traffic to a target website or network. These devices are often infected without the owners’ knowledge. Impact on Services: Websites may become slow or stop working altogether. Essential services, such as government portals or financial platforms, may be disrupted. Recent Example: Karnataka's Kaveri 2...

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