Editorial Analysis

An analysis reveals that only three states—Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha—have made notable progress in recognizing Community Forest Resource (CFR) rights under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006. The majority of forest-dwelling communities across India continue to face significant hurdles in securing these rights.

The global economic landscape has been significantly reshaped by trade wars initiated during the US President Donald Trump and the broader trend of trade weaponization. These measures have had far-reaching effects on various sectors of the global economy.

India's role as a bridge between the Global North and South has gained significant attention in recent years, allowing India to amplify the voice of the Global South while fostering stronger ties with traditional partners in the Global North.

The current state of global violence, the role of international institutions, and the evolving nature of threats with the complexities of modern warfare and terrorism across various regions, posing significant challenges to global peace and security.

The promise of technology in education has always been to democratize learning, making quality education accessible to all. 

The question of whether India should develop its own sovereign, foundational AI model has gained prominence as the world increasingly relies on artificial intelligence for various applications.

The decadal Census exercise, initially scheduled for 2020-21, has been indefinitely delayed. As a result, several key reports on vital statistics have not been released for the past five years.

The Union Budget 2025-26 has made significant strides in addressing mental health, allocating ₹99,858.56 crore to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare  (MoH&FW) underscores the government's recognition of health as a critical pillar of national development.

Agriculture remains the backbone of India's economy, employing nearly 45% of the workforce and contributing about 16% to the nation's GDP. 

The Economic Survey 2024-25 projects a GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2025-26, offering a comprehensive and realistic assessment of India's economic trajectory.