Editorial Analysis

Despite significant investments in India's Smart Cities Mission, there are shortcomings particularly in terms of maintenance and sustainability, as recently observed severe flooding in cities like Bengaluru and Pune.

India's marine fisheries sector has reached its maximum potential yield, however it needs to take decisive steps to ensure sustainable fishing practices, balancing economic growth with marine conservation.

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) marks a significant milestone in India's global trade strategy, signaling its transition from a cost-driven export economy to a value-creating powerhouse.

Grassroots governance in India often lacks accessible, detailed data which is difficult for panchayat leaders to assess their own communities effectively.

Generative AI does not merely reproduce copyrighted works but trains on them, raising concerns about unauthorized usage, unlike previous technologies.

Recently, the Union government moved to establish an inter-ministerial panel for drafting a National Manufacturing Mission, aiming to strengthen India's manufacturing sector.

The ongoing Manipur crisis which has lasted for two years, has resulted in over deaths and the displacement that has not received the same level of national priority as other security concerns.

India is at a crucial juncture in mobility transformation, where economic growth and urbanisation bring both opportunities and challenges to road safety.

As climate change accelerates and biodiversity declines, recognizing nature as the foundation of economic stability is more crucial than ever.

Recent shifts in policy frameworks, institutional autonomy, and market-driven education models have raised concerns about the erosion of academic freedom and the increasing corporatization of learning.