FaceAge
FaceAge, a deep learning algorithm, described in The Lancet Dig ital Health can help doctors make informed decisions about treat ment plans, especially for cancer patients.
- AI-driven facial recognition and age estimation technology used for identity verification and security applications.
- Applied in law enforcement, border security, and digital authentication to enhance surveillance and fraud prevention.
- Raises privacy and ethical issues, especially regarding data security and potential misuse in mass surveillance.
Schilka Systems
Army’s Air Defence units deployed a range of advanced weaponry to counter Pakistani drone attacks including L-70 anti aircraft guns, Zu-23mm systems and Schilka systems.
- A self-propelled anti-aircraft weapon system used by the Indian Army for low-altitude air defense.
- Equipped with radar-guided 23mm cannons, capable of engaging drones, aircraft, and missiles.
- Upgraded with electro-optical sensors, digital fire control systems, and NBC protection for enhanced combat effectiveness.
Bulbul v2
Startup Sarvam AI launches Bulbul v2 Text-to-Speech Model.
- AI-powered text-to-speech (TTS) model developed by Sarvam AI, designed for Indian languages.
- Supports 11 regional languages, offers natural voice synthesis, and enables real-time speech generation.
- Used in e-governance, customer service, and digital accessibility, making AI more inclusive for India.
Extended Fund Facility
India has raised concerns over the efficacy of IMF programs such as Extended Fund Facility (EFF), Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) to Pakistan.
- An IMF lending program providing financial assistance to countries facing medium-term balance of payments issues.
- Helps nations implement structural reforms to stabilize their economies over an extended period.
- Available to IMF member countries, with repayment periods of 4.5–10 years and conditional policy commitments.
Vembanad Lake
Recent expert committee report on Vembanad Lake Rejuvenation Project, highlighted that Vembanad lake’s surface area has shrunk by 27% between 1917 and 1990.
- Largest lake in Kerala and longest lake in India, spanning Alappuzha, Kottayam, and Ernakulam districts.
- A Ramsar Wetland Site since 2002, home to Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary and vital for backwater tourism.
- Faces shrinking surface area, pollution, and encroachment, prompting conservation efforts like the Vembanad Lake Rejuvenation Project.