250 years old, Bihar's Munger gun factories get new lease of life with defence corridor, Pg2

Bihar's 250-year-old Munger gun factories to be revived under defence corridor plan, boosting local economy and arms production.

Republic Day festivities to highlight Vande Mataram, Pg9

Republic Day 2025 to spotlight 'Vande Mataram' with EU leaders as chief guests, marking 150 years of the National Song.

Macaulay and a Medical College, Pg21

Article analyzes Macaulay's Minute on Education, its impact on India's education system, and PM Modi's recent remarks on it.

The national song debate, a reading between the lines, Pg6

Debate erupts over Vande Mataram's historical context and current status, questioning government's intentions regarding national symbols and constitutional principles.

House panel tells govt. not to approve Eklavya schools until land is made available, Pg14

Parliamentary panel halts Eklavya Model Residential School approvals, citing land unavailability hindering tribal education and infrastructure development.

‘Ghaznavid invasions’ get bigger section in new class 7 NCERT textbook, Pg5

NCERT Class 7 textbook revision highlights Mahmud of Ghazni's invasions, temple destruction, and Islamic expansion motives with new details.

How the Mahad satyagraha(s) shaped constitutional discourse, Pg11

Mahad Satyagraha: Ambedkar's fight for human rights and water access reshaped constitutional discourse, challenging caste discrimination and inspiring gender equality.

On Birsa Munda's birth anniversary, let's celebrate his fight for dignity, Pg 13

Birsa Munda's 150th birth anniversary commemorated as Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh, celebrating tribal contributions and empowerment through PM-JANMAN scheme.

Vande Mataram: The national song with a tragic journey, Pg11.

The article discusses the historical evolution of ‘Vande Mataram’ over 150 years—from being a symbol of anti-colonial resistance to becoming the subject of communal contestation, illustrating how political dynamics shaped its public perception.

Muttaqi's Deoband visit: driven by personal connection & religious diplomacy, Pg23.

India facilitates Taliban leader's Deoband visit, signaling religious diplomacy amid evolving Afghanistan ties and regional dynamics.

The need to address caste-based atrocities, Pg7

NCRB data reveals rise in caste-based atrocities; experts call for stronger enforcement and social reforms to address persistent discrimination.

Prime Ministers Museum and Library offers 1,372 interviews on freedom, development, Pg8

PMML's oral history archive features 1,372 interviews chronicling India's freedom struggle, development, and political evolution through firsthand accounts.

Tracing Sarnath: from Buddha's first sermon to the emblem of Indian republic

ASI to credit local ruler for Sarnath's discovery on plaque ahead of UNESCO visit, correcting British-era narrative.

Sarnath on UNESCO radar, ASI prepares to install ‘corrected’ plaque to show local role, Pg 18.

ASI to revise Sarnath plaque, crediting local ruler for unearthing site's importance, challenging British-centric narrative before UNESCO visit.

Field and fraternity, Pg8

India-Pakistan cricket match sparks controversy over political influence, eroding sportsmanship and fraternity amid strained relations.

Subject of recent protest, history of Kolhan tribe’s Manki-Munda system, Pg 16.

Ho tribe protests state interference in Kolhan's Manki-Munda system, a British-era self-governance structure facing calls for reform.

A conservation manual, drafted by the ordinary citizen , Pg6

New conservation manual for ASI monuments emphasizes community involvement, interdisciplinary approaches, and acknowledging historical context for better preservation.

How should money laundering be tackled?, Pg 10.

A Rajya Sabha report revealed that of 5,892 cases taken up by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) since 2015, only 15 have resulted in convictions — triggering concerns over legal misuse and enforcement efficacy.

New Microscope reveals molecular jostling faster than ever before, Pg II.

Decoding ECI’s counter affidavit on SIR, Pg 10.