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...
India's Breakthrough in Anti-Counterfeiting: The Doubly Secure Ink Innovation Introduction Counterfeiting is a significant challenge worldwide, affecting currencies, identity documents, pharmaceuticals, luxury goods, and branded products. In response to this growing threat, an Indian research team has developed a groundbreaking doubly secure ink that offers enhanced protection against forgery and duplication . This innovation not only strengthens currency security but also plays a crucial role in safeguarding industries that rely on authentic documentation and branding. With the rise of sophisticated counterfeit techniques , traditional security measures such as watermarks, holograms, and color-shifting inks are no longer sufficient. The new anti-counterfeiting ink , developed in India, combines dual-layered security features that are extremely difficult to replicate. This technological advancement has the potential to revolutionize fraud prevention and ensure greater fina...