Editorial Analysis

Digital technologies have evolved as a critical infrastructure in India, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is set to become the next foundational public utility. 

With India’s recent bid for the UNSC (2028-29) being announced, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has brought up SHANTI (Securing Holistic Advancement through Norms, Trust and Integrity) as the next phase of India’s marine vision after SAGAR and MAHASAGAR.

The Foreign Contribution (restrictions) Amendment Bill, 2026, which was put on hold earlier amid protests, has been listed for consideration in the Monsoon Session of Parliament, renewing the discussion on foreign finance restrictions.

India’s growing profile in the Indo-Pacific, G20 and changing geopolitical realities have revived discussions about expanding its strategic vision beyond South Asia to a global and interest-based engagement.

The India AI Governance Guidelines (2025) and debates at the India AI Impact Summit 2026 highlighting inclusive  Artificial Intelligence (AI) utilisation to attain Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Recently, ‘The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2026’ (SOFI 2026) highlights a significant decline in hunger and the unaffordability of healthy diets worldwide.

Recent attacks on commercial shipping routes in the Red Sea and West Asia that killed Indian seafarers have highlighted the vulnerabilities of India’s maritime workforce and the need for better protection mechanisms.

The NEET-UG 2024 paper leak reignited discussions on systemic corruption and institutional accountability, sparking a fresh debate on transparency, governance reforms and the efficacy of anti-corruption measures in India.

Discussions on India’s growth strategy in recent times have underscored the importance of predictable taxation, transparent regulations and efficient trade facilitation for drawing long-term domestic and foreign investment to achieve the Viksit Bharat@2047 vision.

As India’s growth estimates are being revised downward and household financial stress is increasing, concerns have emerged that the economy is moving toward a K-shaped pattern of growth.