News Analysis

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Governance

English dreams, Pg6

The editorial critiques the push towards imposing regional languages as mediums of instruction under the three-language policy, arguing that such measures ignore aspirational and constitutional realities, especially regarding English medium education.

GS 2: International Relations

Stifling a sane voice, Pg6

The United States has imposed sanctions on Francesca Albanese, a UN Special Rapporteur, for her critical stance on Israel’s war in Gaza. This move has drawn sharp criticism from the UN and global human rights officials.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyPrelimsGS 3: Internal Security

DRDO, IAF Successfully Test Indigenous Astra Missile, Pg10

The indigenously developed Astra Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) was successfully flight-tested by the DRDO and IAF from a Su-30 fighter jet, marking a major milestone in India’s defence self-reliance.

GS 1: Indian SocietyGS 2: Governance

View India’s Gender Gap Report ranking as a warning, Pg6

India's poor ranking (131/148) in the Global Gender Gap Report 2025 highlights persistent structural inequalities in health, economic participation, and gender parity.

GS 2: Polity

Simultaneous election Bill gives EC unbridled powers; loopholes remain: ex-CJIs, Pg1

Two former Chief Justices of India, D.Y. Chandrachud and J.S. Khehar, expressed concerns to a Parliamentary panel over unchecked powers given to the Election Commission (EC) under the Simultaneous Elections Bill, citing lack of oversight and definitional clarity.

GS 1: Art & CultureGS 2: International RelationsPrelims

India to Host Manuscript Heritage Conference, Pg10

India will organize its first international Manuscript Heritage Conference in September 2025, aiming to spotlight its ancient knowledge systems and cultural legacy.

GS 1: Art & CulturePrelims

Maratha Fort Systems Get UNESCO Heritage Tag, Pg10

India's Maratha Military Landscapes have been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List during the 47th session of the World Heritage Committee in Paris.

GS 3: Science & TechnologyGS 3: Economy

Smarter, faster, stronger: how AI is transforming the manufacturing landscape, Pg11

With the rise of Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping India's manufacturing sector

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