Unleashing India's Potential: Why Full-Throttle R&D is the ONLY Key to Atmanirbhar Bharat ?

In my previous post, I discussed India's dependence on foreign companies for crucial technologies, encompassing everything from operating systems and microchips to encryption standards and artificial intelligence. This dependence, while offering temporary benefits, poses a significant threat to our long-term security and economic prosperity. To truly achieve the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India), unrelenting investments in Research and Development (R&D) are essential.

Why R&D is Crucial for Atmanirbhar Bharat?

Reduced Vulnerability: Dependence on foreign technologies creates vulnerabilities. In the event of political or economic disagreements, access to these technologies can be restricted, crippling our critical infrastructure and digital services.

Economic Independence: By developing our own technologies, we can reduce reliance on foreign imports, saving valuable foreign exchange and fostering domestic innovation and job creation.

National Security: Control over core technologies is critical for national security. Indigenous development ensures we are not reliant on foreign powers for critical defense and communication infrastructure.

Global Leadership: Robust R&D paves the way for innovation and global leadership. By becoming self-sufficient in key technologies, India can establish itself as a technological powerhouse and exporter.

Challenges and the Road Ahead

Investing in R&D is a marathon, not a sprint. We must be prepared for:

Initial failures: Embracing a "fail fast, learn faster" approach is crucial. We must learn from our missteps and continuously iterate to achieve success.

Skilled workforce: Building a robust R&D ecosystem requires a skilled workforce of scientists, engineers, and researchers. We must invest in education and training programs to nurture this talent pool.

Public-private partnerships: Collaboration between government, academia, and industry is vital for fostering innovation and translating research into real-world applications.

Conclusion

Achieving Atmanirbhar Bharat is not just a political slogan; it's a strategic imperative for India's future. By prioritizing full-throttle R&D investments, we can break free from dependence on foreign technologies, build a self-reliant economy, and secure our place as a global leader in the technological landscape. The journey will be challenging, but the rewards – a thriving, secure, and self-sufficient India – are well worth the effort. Let's begin the journey today, for a brighter, more Atmanirbhar tomorrow. 

Celebrating 1 Million Hits: A Journey of Passion, Technology, and Growth

      Today, I am filled with immense joy and gratitude as I share this special milestone with all of you. It brings me great pleasure to announce that my blog, Meliorate, has reached an incredible milestone of 1 million hits! Since its humble beginnings in December 2008, Meliorate has grown into a platform where I have shared my knowledge, experiences, and insights in the ever-evolving world of IT technology, with a particular focus on cyber-security and, more recently, blockchain. Over the past 15 years, Meliorate has been a labour of love, and I am overjoyed to witness its continued success.

A Passion-Driven Journey:

Meliorate was born out of my deep passion for IT technology and my desire to share my knowledge with others. It started as a personal project, and little did I know that it would grow into a platform that would reach millions of people around the world. From day one, I dedicated myself to consistently posting informative and engaging content, despite occasional gaps due to life's demands. Meliorate's vintage look is a testament to its longevity and authenticity, but I am also looking forward to a modernized design in days ahead.

Adapting to the Technological Leaps:

The IT technology landscape has witnessed countless leaps and bounds over the past 15 years, and Meliorate has strived to keep pace with these advancements. From the early days of basic programming to the complexities of cybersecurity and the transformative potential of blockchain, Meliorate has been a platform where readers can explore the latest trends, gain insights, and deepen their understanding of the ever-changing tech world. Through informative articles, tutorials, and thought-provoking discussions, Meliorate has become a trusted resource for tech enthusiasts and professionals alike.

The Power of Organic Growth:

What makes this milestone even more remarkable is that Meliorate has achieved it through organic growth alone. I have not actively promoted the blog in any circles or forums; instead, the hits have come through legitimate SEO results. It is a testament to the quality of the content and the value it brings to readers. I am incredibly grateful to everyone who has discovered Meliorate through their search for knowledge, and I hope to continue providing valuable insights for many more readers in the future.

Looking Ahead:

While reaching 1 million hits is a momentous achievement, I am not content to rest on my laurels. My passion for IT technology continues to drive me forward, and I am eager to set my sights on the next milestone: 2 million hits. With the evolving landscape of technology and the support of an ever-growing community, I am confident that Meliorate will continue to thrive and reach new heights. To ensure an even better user experience, I am committed to updating the blog's appearance and functionality, providing a modern and seamless platform for readers to engage with the content.

Today, I celebrate the success of Meliorate and express my heartfelt gratitude to all the readers, both old and new, who have contributed to this incredible journey. The 1 million hits milestone stands as a testament to the enduring power of passion, dedication, and quality content. Thank you for being a part of this remarkable achievement, and here's to hitting 2 million hits in an even shorter time!

Shor algorithm and threat for cybersecurity

Shor's algorithm is considered a serious threat to certain aspects of modern cryptography and cybersecurity. Shor's algorithm is a quantum algorithm that efficiently factors large composite numbers and solves the discrete logarithm problem, which are both challenging computational problems for classical computers.

Many cryptographic systems, such as the widely used RSA and elliptic curve cryptography (ECC), rely on the difficulty of factoring large numbers or solving the discrete logarithm problem for their security. Shor's algorithm, when implemented on a large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer, can break these cryptographic schemes efficiently.

This means that if a sufficiently powerful quantum computer becomes available, it could potentially compromise the security of these cryptographic systems, which are extensively used in various applications, including secure communication, digital signatures, and encryption.

Impact of Shor's algorithm on cybersecurity has spurred significant research into post-quantum cryptography (PQC), which aims to develop cryptographic schemes that remain secure against attacks by quantum computers. PQC focuses on developing algorithms and protocols that are resistant to quantum algorithms, thereby ensuring the security of communication and data in a post-quantum computing era.

While it is important to note that large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computers are not yet realized, and their development and practical deployment still pose significant challenges, the potential threat of Shor's algorithm underscores the need for proactive measures in advancing post-quantum cryptography and transitioning to quantum-resistant cryptographic algorithms.

Error correction in Quantum Computing

Error correction in quantum computing is a set of techniques and protocols designed to protect quantum information from errors caused by noise and decoherence. Quantum systems are inherently fragile and prone to errors due to various factors, such as environmental interactions and imperfect control mechanisms.

Quantum error correction (QEC) aims to mitigate these errors by encoding the quantum information redundantly across multiple qubits, so that errors can be detected and corrected. The basic idea behind quantum error correction is to introduce additional qubits called "ancilla" or "code" qubits, which store information about the errors that may have occurred.

There are several popular quantum error correction codes, such as the surface code, the Steane code, and the Shor code. These codes utilize a combination of logical qubits and ancilla qubits to detect and correct errors. The ancilla qubits are used to perform error syndrome measurements, which provide information about the error locations.

Once the error syndrome is obtained, appropriate correction operations are applied to restore the original quantum state. This typically involves a combination of measurements and quantum gates that act on the encoded qubits and ancilla qubits. By applying these correction operations, the original quantum information can be recovered despite the presence of errors.

Quantum error correction is not a perfect process and has its limitations. The success of error correction depends on the error rate and the effectiveness of the error detection and correction protocols. Additionally, implementing error correction can be resource-intensive, requiring a larger number of qubits and more complex operations. Nonetheless, error correction is a crucial component for building reliable and fault-tolerant quantum computers.

Mentions in News post : Institution of Engineers (India) [IEI] , UP State Centre, Lucknow: Centenary Celebrations

 

How to Install IPFS via Kubo on Ubuntu ?

Are you interested in learning how to install IPFS (InterPlanetary File System) via Kubo on Ubuntu? Then you've come to the right place!

In this blog post, I'll be sharing a step-by-step video tutorial that will guide you through the process of installing IPFS on an Ubuntu platform using Kubo. But first, let's take a brief look at what IPFS is and why you might want to use it.

IPFS is a distributed file system that aims to replace HTTP as the primary protocol for transferring data on the internet. It allows users to store and share files with others without relying on a central server, making it more secure and efficient than traditional file-sharing methods.

Now, let's dive into the installation process. To follow along with the tutorial, you'll need to have access to an Ubuntu platform and have Kubo installed. If you don't have Kubo installed, you can find the instructions for installing it here.

Step 1: Open a terminal window on your Ubuntu platform.

Step 2: Clone the IPFS repository by running the following command:

git clone https://github.com/ipfs/ipfs.git

Step 3: Navigate to the IPFS directory by running the following command:

cd ipfs

Step 4: Install IPFS via Kubo by running the following command:


kubectl apply -f ./deployment/ipfs-kubo.yml

And that's it! IPFS should now be installed on your Ubuntu platform via Kubo.

If you'd like to see the installation process in action, check out the video tutorial below which shows IPFS installation vide another way 

In conclusion, IPFS is a powerful tool that can revolutionize the way we share and store files online. By following these simple steps, you can easily install IPFS via Kubo on your Ubuntu platform and start exploring all that this innovative technology has to offer.

We hope you found this tutorial helpful. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to leave a comment below. Happy installing!

My Phd Theses Titled "Blockchain enabled cyber physical Systems on distributed storage"

Shodhganga  is a reservoir and a digital repository of theses and dissertations submitted to universities in India for award of PhDs

https://shodhganga.inflibnet.ac.in:8443/jspui/handle/10603/451919 my theses on Shodganga available online now...if anyone interested to see and comment or discuss

Hashes & Merkle Trees in Blockchain Mechanics

Hash Functions take input of any length and produce a fixed-length string which means that one can use hashes on something as small as a few characters or as large as an entire document or even files of huge sizes in GBs and above. 

On the other hand enabled by these hash functions, Merkle tree represent hash-based data structure that is a generalization of the hash list and represent structure in which each leaf node is a hash of a block of data, and each non-leaf node is a hash of its children. Both Hash functions and Merkle Trees are cardinal to the mechanics of any Blockchain. 

This video focuses on a simple explanation of understanding Hashes and Merkle Trees. Hash functions SHA-256 and RIPEMD-160 have been discussed in little detail being peculiar to Bitcoin blockchain.

Distributed Ledger Technology in BLOCKCHAIN - Simple explanation

This video post brings out what DLT i.e. Distributed ledger technology is all about and what is it's contribution to blockchain.

Technology amalgamations inside Blockchain

Blockchain is an amalgamation of multiple technologies which have existed already in the IT ecosystem for last few decades. These include majorly cryptography, private-public keys, hashes, proof-of-work and other important technologies. This video post only identifies by name of what major technologies any blockchain is enabled on.

Where to start the "Learning BLOCKCHAIN" journey ?

Related to my earlier post https://anupriti.blogspot.com/2021/05/i-want-to-learn-blockchain-but-where-do.html this post focuses on the same presentation in a video talk version....

Recent Advances and Trends in Lightweight Cryptography for IoT Security and Blockchain Technologies at RGPV Bhopal 27th July 2021

An FDP was held peculiar to domain of  Lightweight Cryptography for IoT Security and Blockchain Technologies at RGPV Bhopal on 27th July 2021.The objective of this FDP was to bring together faculties, researchers, PG and UG students from across the country to learn about security challenges in Modern Cryptography, Blockchain & IoT. FDP aimed to demonstrate security challenges that Modern Cryptography, Blockchain, IoT systems pose, demands users to select a reliable and compatible architecture according to the business requirements to ensure secure flow of data and communication and also define the solution and future prospects related to these challenges. I gave a small 2 hour talk on the same which is available at the youtube link below

 CLICK ON THE IMAGE BELOW TO BE REDIRECTED TO THE YOUTUBE LINK

WHAT BLOCKCHAIN SIMPLY MEANS : A Short attempt

A short simple video to represent the mechanics of blockchain and ends with mentions of technologies running a Blockchain.
 

Cryptocurrency Technology Foundations and Crimes Investigations

 To fight against the rising challenges of Cyber Crimes, the Gurugram Police in association with Society for Safe Gurgaon, Indo-Israeli cyber security enterprise and SafeHouse Technologies organised the 9th edition of Gurugram Police Internship (GPCSSI 2021) under the mentorship of ACP Cyber crime Karan Goel and the entire Gurugram police cyber crime team in coordination with Rakshit Tandon Advisor Cyber Peace foundation. This presentation talk on cryptocurrency technology and crimes investigation was taken by Anupam Tiwari on 05th July 2021. Sharing for info of interested in domain.

Cryptocurrency Technology F... by Anupam Tiwari

TALLINN MANUAL & GLOBAL ATTEMPTS IN CYBER WARFARE POLICIES

The presentation is one unique presentation peculiar to TALLINN MANUAL version 1.0 and 2.0. Along with is discussed cyber policy attempts of other countries.The Tallinn Manual has long been the flagship research initiative of the NATO CCDCOE. The original Tallinn Manual (published in 2013 by Cambridge University Press) addressed the most severe cyber operations followed by version 2.0. The presentation cover the origin details of why this manual arrived at the global scene and what followed around at the global attempts for framing the global cyber policy.

TALLINN MANUAL & GLOBAL CYBER WARFARE POLICIES from anupriti

Blockchain Forensics & Cryptocurrencies : NFSU FDP 09 April 2021

The School of Cyber Security and Digital Forensics, National Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar organised a 5 day online Faculty Development Program (FDP) on 'Advanced Trends in Digital Forensics' from 05 Apr-09 Apr 2021.The aim of this FDP was to promote research and strengthen the Digital Forensic Investigation Techniques which include topics like crime investigation, latest trends in Digital Forensics, Fake News Detection, and Drone & Crypto Forensics. I was a invited speaker here and am sharing my presentation deck here on blockchain and cryptocurrency forensics.

 

 

Cryptocurrency Forensics and Blockchain Technology by Anupam Tiwari on Scribd

MERGE VIDEOs IN UBUNTU: TWO TERMINAL COMMANDS

Hi guys...no time waste here...I m mentioning two commands to simply merge your multiple videos quickly in an Ubuntu OS.No GUI or other applications to download or use. The ffmpeg command inbuilt to Ubuntu easily merges without hassles.

So,the first command is 

find "$(pwd)" -type f -name '*.mp4' -printf "file '%p'\n" | tee mp4_compile.txt

The above command will simply find your all mp4 files in the directory wherein you run this command in the terminal directory and compile them into one text file. This text file is named here as mp4_compile.txt. You can name it any thing.

The second command is as given below:

ffmpeg -f concat -safe 0 -i mp4_compile.txt -c copy merged.mp4

This command will merge all the files compiled in the txt file and merge into one output file names as merged.mp4

Thats all...I actually went through a lot of softwares and applications...tried online merge too but all had some kind of limitation in size...till I found these commands.So happy sharing and happy merging.

NOTHING BLOCKCHAIN ABOUT IT :-)

CQ 100: Meet India’s Most Influential Cyber Warriors

First post in this year...though little delayed comes as a pleasant surprise from the cyberosphere.....Sharing here the link of a post that has identified India’s most influential cyber warriors  and has listed me too....

https://www.the420.in/cq-100-meet-indias-most-influential-cyber-warriors-top-cyber-experts/

Screenshot as below:

IIIT Dharwad FDP on Blockchain Technology: 04 Nov 2020

IIIT Dharwad conducted an FDP on blockchain under aegis of AICTE on 04 Nov 2020.I am sharing here webinar recording and the presentation of my sessions.

Blockchain Technology FDP at IIIT Dharwad by Anupam Tiwari on Scribd

Workshop on Blockchain Technology and e-Governance: GNLU Center for Law and Technology

A one day Workshop on Blockchain Technology and e-Governance was organized by GNLU,Ahmedabad University through its GNLU Center for Law and Technology in collaboration with Gujarat Council on Science and Technology &  Department of Science and Technology, Government of Gujarat on 19 Sept 2020. The webinar link for the same is as below:

The presentation is available for download at the following link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RT79-r5LhFXdbi2D_ZKgkwu8eH9v5225/view?usp=sharing

while also the scribd direct link for viewing is available as below:

Blockchain Technology and e-Governance by Anupam Tiwari on Scribd