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International Relations
India-Brazil Strategic Partnership
PM Modi received Brazil’s Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, his 26th international honor. The two nations aim to increase bilateral trade from $12.2 billion to $20 billion by 2030 through expanded Mercosur engagement and digital payment integration.
European Economy
Bulgaria Joins Eurozone
From January 1, 2026, Bulgaria becomes the 21st Eurozone member, replacing the lev with euro at a fixed rate of 1.95583 lev per euro. This move aims to enhance economic stability and deeper EU integration.
Digital Governance
Face Authentication in PDS
Himachal Pradesh became India’s first state to implement Aadhaar-based Face Authentication for ration distribution in July 2025. This innovation eliminates OTP and fingerprint verification issues, streamlining the Public Distribution System.
Healthcare
Punjab Universal Health Scheme
The Mukhya Mantri Sehat Yojana provides ₹10 lakh annual health coverage per family, covering 65 lakh families from October 2025. Ayushman Bharat beneficiaries receive an additional ₹5 lakh top-up, ensuring comprehensive healthcare access.
Agriculture & Fisheries
Kerala Fisheries Excellence
Kasaragod district won the Kerala Fisheries Department Excellence Award 2025 for outstanding performance under the Popular Fish Farming Project, demonstrating innovative practices in boosting inland fish production.
Business & Leadership
Apple Leadership Transition
Sabih Khan, with 30 years at Apple since 1995, has been appointed as the new COO, succeeding Jeff Williams. He will oversee supply chain operations, manufacturing strategy, and sustainability programs.
Space Technology
Gaganyaan Propulsion Test
ISRO successfully tested the Gaganyaan Service Module Propulsion System (SMPS) with 30-sec and 100-sec hot tests. The system features 5 Liquid Apogee Motors and 16 RCS thrusters, crucial for India’s human spaceflight mission.
Defence Technology
Anti-Submarine Warfare Enhancement
DRDO successfully tested ERASR (Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket) from INS Kavaratti. The system features twin-rocket motors and electronic time fuze, significantly enhancing the Indian Navy’s underwater warfare capabilities.
Technology & AI
Sovereign AI Innovation
HCLSoftware launched Domino 14.5 featuring Domino IQ for Sovereign AI, enabling local AI deployment without third-party cloud dependence. This targets governments and regulated sectors requiring data sovereignty and national control.
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What is Brazil’s highest civilian honor received by PM Modi?
Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross
This is Modi’s 26th international honor since May 2014
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When will Bulgaria adopt the Euro?
January 1, 2026
It will become the 21st Eurozone member
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Which state launched Face Authentication for PDS first?
Himachal Pradesh
Launched in July 2025 using Aadhaar-based system
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What is the health coverage under Punjab’s Mukhya Mantri Sehat Yojana?
₹10 lakh per family annually
Covers 65 lakh families from October 2025
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Who is Apple’s new Chief Operating Officer?
Sabih Khan
He has 30 years at Apple, starting in 1995
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What is India-Brazil bilateral trade target for 2030?
$20 billion
Current trade stands at $12.2 billion
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What does ERASR stand for in defense technology?
Extended Range Anti-Submarine Rocket
Tested by DRDO from INS Kavaratti
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What is the key feature of HCL’s Domino 14.5?
Sovereign AI with data sovereignty
Enables local AI deployment via Domino IQ
Think & Discuss
Data Sovereignty vs. Global AI: India’s Tech Crossroads
Context from today’s quiz: HCLSoftware launched Domino 14.5 with Sovereign AI capabilities, enabling local AI deployment without third-party cloud dependence. Meanwhile, Himachal Pradesh pioneered Aadhaar-based facial recognition for PDS. These developments highlight India’s dual focus on technological advancement while maintaining data control.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
As India rapidly adopts AI-powered governance systems and positions itself as a tech leader, a critical tension emerges: Should India prioritize indigenous “Sovereign AI” solutions that ensure complete data control but may lag in capabilities, or embrace global AI platforms that offer cutting-edge performance but require data sharing?
What should be India’s strategic approach to balancing technological advancement with data sovereignty in the age of AI?
What should be India’s strategic approach to balancing technological advancement with data sovereignty in the age of AI?
- How can India ensure sensitive citizen data (biometrics, health records) remains secure while leveraging AI for governance efficiency?
- Should critical sectors like defense, healthcare, and banking mandate Sovereign AI, while allowing global AI for commercial applications?
- Can India develop globally competitive AI infrastructure fast enough, or should it adopt a hybrid approach using international partnerships with strict data localization?
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