CBSE Top Brass Moved Out As Centre Orders Probe Into OSM Controversy
Senior IAS officer Lokhande Prashant Sitaram appointed new CBSE chief and senior bureaucrat Varun Bhardwaj appointed new CBSE secretary.
THE LEAD
OSM CBSE Controversy:17-year-old Student Whistleblower Appears Before House Panel
Sidhant gave a detailed presentation before the Parliamentary Panel on how, according to him, the CBSE allegedly “rewrote rules” to favour Coempt EduTeck
CBSE Re-evaluation Portal Goes Live After Delay, Board Claims Cyberattack Attempts
The Board alleged that the platform faced cyberattacks, including a denial-of-service attempt that generated 1.5 million hits in two minutes and over one lakh unauthorised file access attempts.
NEET Test Row: UDF Stopped From Deposing Before House Panel After BJP Leaders' Objection
Earlier, BJP members had raised similar reservations against representatives of the Indian Medical Association.
The Making Of A Rift: What Is Pushing Annamalai Out Of The BJP?
Once projected as the BJP's vehicle for expansion in Tamil Nadu, K. Annamalai now appears headed out of the party, amid a mix of alliance compulsions and leadership tensions.
Delhi Lost Nearly Half Its Green Cover In A Decade As Heat Stress Engulfed Almost Entire City: Report
CSE report finds shrinking green cover, rising heat stress and weakening night-time cooling are making the capital increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat
Buzz in Tamil Nadu Politics: BJP leader Annamalai Set To Leave The Party?
IPS-turned-politician could launch his own political outfit
Raveena Tandon Mother Theft Case: Caretaker Arrested For Allegedly Stealing ₹25 Lakh Valuables
The accused reportedly worked as a caretaker for Raveena Tandon’s mother and had access to the family’s Juhu residence.
NEET Retest In Focus As NTA Defends Safeguards, Doctors’ Group Barred From Panel Presentation
Parliamentary panel reviews exam security measures amid NEET and CBSE controversies; NTA says priority is conducting June 21 retest smoothly.
Lionel Messi Statue Removed: Kolkata's Giant Landmark Dismantled Amid Structural Safety Concerns
The 70-foot Messi statue was commissioned by the Sreebhumi Sporting Club as a tribute to Lionel Messi's historic 2022 FIFA World Cup victory and to celebrate his deep popularity in Kolkata
Delhi Police Arrests Owner In Saket Building Collapse Case
Owner taken into custody after tragic collapse of four-storey building in South Delhi that killed several people.
Doctors’ Body Barred From Parliamentary Panel Meeting On NEET After BJP Objections
Indian Medical Association (IMA) denied participation in key parliamentary committee discussion on NEET reforms following strong protest by BJP members.
Iran Suspends U.S. Talks As Israeli Strikes On Lebanon Escalate
Tehran halts indirect negotiations with Washington after accusing Israel of violating ceasefire understandings through intensified military operations in Lebanon, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.
Annamalai Set To Quit BJP, Signalling Major Realignment In Tamil Nadu Politics
Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai is expected to formally resign after reportedly concluding that the party is unwilling to grant him the autonomy he sought, with actor-politician Vijay's rise reshaping the state's political landscape.
EC Reviews SIR Progress In Sikkim, Directs BLOs To Assist Voters
Enumeration drive under Special Intensive Revision underway till June 28; EC stresses inclusion and accuracy in electoral rolls
Myanmar Assures India Its Territory Won’t Be Used Against New Delhi’s Security Interests
Myanmar junta gives formal assurance to India amid rising concerns over cross-border terrorism and insurgent activities along the shared border. Three Summary Pointers:
Telangana Bans Cash Wage Payments, Extends Minimum Wage Protection To Gig Workers
New labour rules mandate electronic wage transfers, revise minimum wages across skill categories and bring gig and platform workers under the minimum wage framework.
US Says It Conducted ‘Self-Defence’ Strikes on Iran as Ceasefire Talks Near Conclusion
The developments come as Washington and Tehran seek to finalise an extension of the ceasefire, pending Trump's approval.
Vigilance Without Panic: How Prepared Is India To Handle An Ebola Outbreak?
With Ebola cases reported in Africa, India has activated surveillance, screening and hospital preparedness measures as experts emphasise that the risk for now remains low and manageable through early detection
Semi-final Before Assembly Polls? Resurgent BJP Sweeps 3 Municipal Corporations, Cong Retains Palampur
Performance in civic body polls and Panchayati Raj elections, held after High Court orders, seems to have put the wind beneath the BJP’s sails
Sidhant gave a detailed presentation before the Parliamentary Panel on how, according to him, the CBSE allegedly “rewrote rules” to favour Coempt EduTeck
The Board alleged that the platform faced cyberattacks, including a denial-of-service attempt that generated 1.5 million hits in two minutes and over one lakh unauthorised file access attempts.
Earlier, BJP members had raised similar reservations against representatives of the Indian Medical Association.
Once projected as the BJP's vehicle for expansion in Tamil Nadu, K. Annamalai now appears headed out of the party, amid a mix of alliance compulsions and leadership tensions.
CSE report finds shrinking green cover, rising heat stress and weakening night-time cooling are making the capital increasingly vulnerable to extreme heat
IPS-turned-politician could launch his own political outfit
The accused reportedly worked as a caretaker for Raveena Tandon’s mother and had access to the family’s Juhu residence.
Parliamentary panel reviews exam security measures amid NEET and CBSE controversies; NTA says priority is conducting June 21 retest smoothly.
The 70-foot Messi statue was commissioned by the Sreebhumi Sporting Club as a tribute to Lionel Messi's historic 2022 FIFA World Cup victory and to celebrate his deep popularity in Kolkata
Owner taken into custody after tragic collapse of four-storey building in South Delhi that killed several people.
Indian Medical Association (IMA) denied participation in key parliamentary committee discussion on NEET reforms following strong protest by BJP members.
Tehran halts indirect negotiations with Washington after accusing Israel of violating ceasefire understandings through intensified military operations in Lebanon, raising fears of a wider regional conflict.
Former Tamil Nadu BJP chief K. Annamalai is expected to formally resign after reportedly concluding that the party is unwilling to grant him the autonomy he sought, with actor-politician Vijay's rise reshaping the state's political landscape.
Enumeration drive under Special Intensive Revision underway till June 28; EC stresses inclusion and accuracy in electoral rolls
Myanmar junta gives formal assurance to India amid rising concerns over cross-border terrorism and insurgent activities along the shared border. Three Summary Pointers:
New labour rules mandate electronic wage transfers, revise minimum wages across skill categories and bring gig and platform workers under the minimum wage framework.
NEWS
P.V. Kulkarni, a retired Chemistry professor from Latur, is considered a key accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak investigation. According to investigators, Kulkarni was associated with NEET question-paper preparation panels for several years.
The development triggered investor concerns, with Vedanta shares witnessing a decline during trading after reports of the ED action emerged.
Mumbai has historically faced monsoon-related disruptions, with clogged drains often cited as a major reason for flooding in low-lying areas.
CJI Surya Kant swears in five new Supreme Court judges, including Justice V Mohana, taking the apex court's strength to a record 37. Read more on the historic induction.
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh targets PM Narendra Modi for his silence on Israel's Lebanon incursions, claiming it hurts Indian interests and sabotages a US-Iran peace deal.
US President Donald Trump persuaded PM Benjamin Netanyahu to call off a Beirut raid and secured a mutual ceasefire with Hezbollah leaders to maintain regional peace.
Parliamentary panel reviews exam security measures amid NEET and CBSE controversies; NTA says priority is conducting June 21 retest smoothly.
MAGAZINE
The Teen Tornado - 08 June 2026 Issue
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SubscribeA nuanced examination of India’s expanding cricket-academy ecosystem, where childhood ambition is increasingly shaped by institutional discipline, parental expectation, and the economics of aspiration. Set against the parallel pressures of academic competition, the story interrogates how sporting excellence, identity formation, and personal sacrifice are being negotiated by a generation coming of age in a culture obsessed with performance and success.
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Bulldozed - 25 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeCan India maintain democratic diversity while voters increasingly reward strong, centralised governance—or is the country moving toward a model where development becomes the justification for political concentration?
Khela Hobe? - 11 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeThe West Bengal Assembly election has once again turned into the country’s most closely watched political battleground. Outlook's May 11th cover—Khela Hobe?—suggests, the contest is not just electoral but symbolic, with Mamata Banerjee guarding her political turf against an aggressive Bharatiya Janata Party . On the ground, however, as Satish Padmanabhan’s reportage from Murshidabad, Siliguri and Kolkata reveals, the election is shaped by far more than campaign rhetoric. Snigdhendu Bhattacharya on the other hand decodes the statistics at play in the Bengal elections. Running parallel to this electoral churn is a deeper national debate on representation, captured in our package on women in politics. The long journey of the Women’s Reservation law. In her column, Dr. Thamizhachi Thangapandian argues that while women have become central to electoral mobilisation, their empowerment must move beyond symbolism. The tension between visibility and power, runs through our profiles of women leaders across the country. Right from Nemcha Kipgen in Manipur, Mehbooba Mufti’s in Jammu and Kashmir, K.K. Shailaja in Kerala, Kanimozhi in Tamil Nadu , Atishi in Delhi and Deepika Pandey Singh in Bihar- who continue working in uneven political terrains. Zenaira Bakhsh examines the controversy around Prime Minister's televised address during elections, raising concerns about the use of state media and the erosion of a level playing field while NK Bhoopesh writes about the election theatrics in Tamil Nadu. Beyond elections, this issue turns to conflicts that continue to shape lives. Mrinalini Dhyani’s report on Manipur captures the persistence of violence nearly three years after the initial outbreak. Seema Guha tracks the uncertain nature of Iran–US engagement while Manoj Kumar Jha reflects on how moments of global tension are increasingly reduced to spectacles. Gurjit Singh analyzes the Gulf situation where conflict dynamics have redrawn strategic landscapes. Get all this and more in this power packed issue of Outlook.
Dravida Banga Ltd. - 01 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeJust as the US-Iran ceasefire appears to be holding, electoral battles in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal are heating up. The Union government has suffered an unexpected setback: its bid to pass a constitutional amendment linking women’s reservation and a fresh delimitation exercise, has been defeated. This round belongs to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, one of the fiercest critics of the Delimitation Bill . In West Bengal, the exclusion of over 90 lakh voters has emerged as the defining poll issue. Can these two states resist the saffron surge this election season? In a special interview with Outlook, Stalin calls the delimitation a conspiracy to silence the southern states. Snigdhendu Bhattacharya reports an elaborate mechanism aimed at reshaping Bengal’s electorate in favour of the BJP, as part of its all-out battle against the Trinamool Congress. Campaigning in Tamil Nadu is revolving around delimitation and federalism, while on the ground the TVK factor is generating excitement, reports NK Bhoopesh from the ground. Ilyas Mohammad in his column profiles the actor -politician, Vijay and asks whether Thalapathy can become Thala. With Nitish Kumar's exit an era has ended. Asghar Khan and Mrityunjay Sharma trace the trajectory of Nitish's political career and what the future holds for Bihar. Seema Guha taken an overview of the latest developments in the US -Israel war on Iran while K.P Fabian looks at the new geopolitical equations and the social and economic impact of the war. Bhaskar Roy interviews Booker Prize winner David Szalay on his work while Shikha Jhingan turns the spotlight on Asha Bhosle, whose unforgettable voice became the soundtrack of generations of Bollywood films. Read all this and more in the latest issue of Outlook.
Trump & US-Israel War on Iran - 21 April 2026 Issue
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SubscribeThe US-Israel war against Iran can be coined as the war of nerves. Iran’s defiance has reframed the conflict, turning it into a test of endurance rather than dominance. Washington proclaims victory while Tehran has absorbed the blows and returned the attacks in almost equal measure. Iran appears to have called America’s bluff and the US risks emerging from this conflict with its reputation and military dominance tarnished. Outlook’s April 21 issue, I ran to bomb Iran, but instead I ran , maps the human, political, and ideological fault lines of this turbulent moment. Ali Araghi writes about living far away from family living through the war in Iran. Iftikar Gilani looks at how countries in West Asia confront a war with no safe ending, while Souzeina Mushtaq asks what has happened to America’s youth. Seema Guha analyses if the fragile two-week pause to the bombings will be unravelled because of Israel’s continuous bombing of Lebanon. Mrinalini Dhyani speaks to the Ex Health Minister of Lebanon to understand the civil health crisis in the country while Apeksha Priyadarshini writes about how wars of aggression have become culture wars. As elections loom, this issue also looks at sharpened political fault lines the freebie culture. Zenaira Bakhsh interviews the man in the eye of the storm, Assam Congress President Gaurav Gogoi. NK Bhoopesh looks at how the Left in Kerala has failed to address the concerns of the marginalised communities. Yaseer Arafath writes on the language of the future in Kerala elections and Snigdhendu Bhattacharya details what the Election Commission is doing in West Bengal in the name of SIR. Vignesh Karthik asks why the elite hate freebies while in our Overlap section, Anand Teltumbde questions about policing transgender identity. Catch all this and more in our latest issue of Outlook.
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SPORTS
FIFA World Cup 2026: List Of Indian-Origin Players Taking Part In The Tournament
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will kick off on June 11 with 48 teams, and while India missed out on qualification, several Indian-origin players will represent other nations on football’s biggest stage
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi reflects on his record-breaking IPL 2026 season, 776 runs, five awards, and opens up on his long-held Test cricket ambitions
Indian football’s top competitions, including the ISL, IFL, IWL and Federation Cup, have been scheduled across a packed calendar running from July 2026 to May 2027 as per AIFF’s tentative calendar
Liverpool begin negotiations with former Bournemouth coach Andoni Iraola, identified as the frontrunner to succeed Arne Slot and bring back an attacking style of football at Anfield
Football fans in India can watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live on Unite8 Sports and stream it on Zee5, after a landmark deal between FIFA and Z Group running through 2034
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BUSINESS
What Is Gold Recycling? Here's Why the Government Wants More Indians to Do It
By Outlook Business Desk
What Is Gold Recycling? Here's Why the Government Wants More Indians to Do It
How Parametric Insurance Is Emerging as a Safety Net Against Heatwaves
By Sonali Mukherjee
June MPC Preview: RBI Grapples With Growth, Inflation and a Weak Rupee
By Outlook Business Desk
India Inc's Fresher Hiring Sees Steep Drop amid AI Adoption
By Shristi Acharya
India Lowers Export Duty on Petrol, Diesel and ATF From June 1; Domestic Duties Unchanged
By Outlook Business Desk
Are Silicon Valley Techbros Overhyping the AI Job Threat?
By Shashank Bhatt
Gautam Adani Bets Big on AI-Led Infrastructure Push; Puts US Legal Troubles Behind
By Outlook Business Desk
MONEY
Can You Turn Idle Gold Jewellery Into Demat Gold? Everything You Need to Know About EGRs
By Ayush Khar
Can You Turn Idle Gold Jewellery Into Demat Gold? Everything You Need to Know About EGRs
How To Get A Credit Card Without Salary Slips
By Outlook Money
Did RBI Sell Gold To Defend India’s Forex Reserves?
By Outlook Money
TRAVELLER
Why Resorts Across India Are Turning Adventure Into Their Next Big Revenue Stream
By Rooplekha Das
Why Resorts Across India Are Turning Adventure Into Their Next Big Revenue Stream
Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum: What We Know So Far
Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum: What We Know So Far
Airbus Unveils A350-1000 ‘Master Suite’ That Feels Like A Private Apartment In The Sky
Airbus Unveils A350-1000 ‘Master Suite’ That Feels Like A Private Apartment In The Sky
Airbnb Adds FIFA World Cup Experiences, Boutique Hotels, And New Travel Services
Airbnb Adds FIFA World Cup Experiences, Boutique Hotels, And New Travel Services
How Barefoot Luxury Stays Are Blurring The Line Between Five-Star Comfort And Untouched Natural Beauty
How Barefoot Luxury Stays Are Blurring The Line Between Five-Star Comfort And Untouched Natural Beauty
LUXE
Inside Astoria Living’s First Store In Delhi-NCR Where Everyday Living Becomes Art
By Priyamvada Rana
The luxury home living brand has come up with a 18,000 sqft flagship store at MG Road bringing its design-forward approach to furniture and collectibles
Pitbull ‘I’m Back’ India Tour: Check Out Dates, Venues, Tickets
By Team Outlook Luxe
GRAMMY Award-winning artiste Pitbull is coming to Delhi-NCR and Hyderabad this December. He is amongst a lineup of global acts coming to India from 2025 to 2026 including Travis Scott, Ed Sheeran, Enrique Iglesias, and Guns N' Roses pushing India’s concert culture
How Scandinavian Design Transformed Modern Architecture: Key Influences and Iconic Structures
By Aaron Jacob
Scandinavian design in architecture emerged from the Nordic countries — Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland — during the early to mid-20th century as a quiet revolution against excessive ornamentation and industrial rigidity. Influenced by the region’s landscape, light and climate, the movement sought to create spaces that were functional, honest and emotionally warm, reflecting […]
Shaam-e-Ghazal: Sabhyata Foundation And Serendipity Arts’ Ode To Heritage, Music, And Memory
By Priyanka Bansal
The sound of music and poetry filled the air surrounding Safdarjung Tomb under Delhi’s moonlit sky as Sabhyata Foundation and Serendipity Arts collaborated to create Shaam-e-Ghazal. A night that brought together the timeless beauty of ghazals and the grandeur of one of Delhi’s most cherished monuments, creating a night that resonated with history, melody, and […]
What is Luminous Coating in Luxury Watches? How Glow-in-the-Dark Technology Enhances Timekeeping
By Aaron Jacob
Discover what luminous coating in watches really is—its fascinating evolution from radium and tritium to modern Super-LumiNova—and how it enhances visibility, safety and design in contemporary timepieces