Day: 8 April 2026

Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam Attains First Criticality

Vijay Raman

In a significant milestone for India’s nuclear energy programme, the Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) at Kalpakkam has successfully achieved first criticality, marking the start of a controlled nuclear chain reaction in the reactor. Developed by BHAVINI, the 500 MWe reactor is a key component of India’s three-stage nuclear power strategy aimed at enhancing long-term energy security. The project is located within the Madras Atomic Power Station campus.   First criticality signifies that the reactor has become self-sustaining in its nuclear fission process, a crucial step before it can begin…

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Quantum Channels Offer Security Beyond Reach of Classical Communication

Vijay Raman

In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, scientists and technology experts are increasingly emphasizing that classical messaging systems cannot substitute quantum communication channels, owing to fundamental differences rooted in the laws of physics.   Unlike traditional communication methods that rely on binary bits, quantum communication operates using qubits, enabling advanced features derived from phenomena such as quantum entanglement and superposition. These properties allow quantum systems to establish correlations and process information in ways that classical systems cannot replicate.   One of the defining advantages of quantum communication is its inherent security.…

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​Copywriting is Strategy, Not Just Skill: Manoj Sharma’s Lecture at Unitedworld Institute of Communication & Advertising, Karnavati University, Highlights Industry Shift

Vijay Raman

In a session that underscored the growing strategic importance of content in modern communication, former Professor, journalist, and media professional l, Mr Manoj Sharma delivered a lecture on copywriting at the Unitedworld Institute of Communication & Advertising (UICA), Karnavati University, Gandhinagar,  positioning copy not merely as creative output but as a core driver of audience engagement and brand impact. The session introduced students to the fundamentals of copywriting, including its definition, purpose, and types, before moving to audience analysis. Emphasising the importance of psychographics alongside demographics, Mr. Sharma noted that…

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​India’s Evolving Crypto Discourse: A Deep Dive into Parliamentary Questions and Policy Discussions Since 2025

Vijay Raman

India's relationship with crypto assets has never been simple, but what is happening inside Parliament right now tells a story that goes well beyond the usual back-and-forth about bans and permissions. The sessions running through 2025 and into early 2026 have taken a markedly different tone. Lawmakers are no longer asking what a virtual digital asset is. They are asking where the money is going, who is hiding it, and what the technology underneath it all can actually do for ordinary citizens. This shift suggests that India’s crypto policy is…

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