On the occasion of National Science Day 2025, we present a collection of articles which discuss major issues that are relevant to the community of scientists, as well as society. Our constitution highlights the need to develop scientific temper among the people of the nation, but how far have we come towards attaining that goal, 75 years since? Where do we stand in terms of scientific progress and promise? What ails scientific practice in the country? These are poignant questions that have been discussed in the articles in this collection.

• Indian science is in danger of wilting by TV Venkateswaran
• Scientific temper and its importance in life and society by L S Shashidhara
• The Battle against Predatory Publishing: Understanding the Threat and Taking Action by Sriparna Chatterjee