UPI Payments Above ₹2,000: What Changes From October 15?
From October 15, merchants will pay MDR on select UPI transactions above ₹2,000, while consumers and small merchants remain exempt
THE LEAD
Who Is IPS Officer Bushra Bano, Facing A Complaint Over Her ‘Assalamualaikum’ Greeting?
Bushra Bano’s UPSC journey and West Bengal postings have come under scrutiny after a complaint over her use of Islamic expressions in a video, raising questions about neutrality and religious expression by serving officers.
Kalyan Bainsla Vs Sia: What We Know About The Gurugram Hit-And-Run Incident
By Pranay Vatsa
Kalyan Bainsla, the main accused in the Gurugram bike crash case, was detained in Rajasthan hours after police added an attempt to murder charge to the FIR against him
Tamil Nadu Bypolls: Why Left Is Backing CM Vijay's Govt While Fighting TVK
The CPI and CPI(M) will contest against Vijay's candidates while continuing to extend outside support to his four-month-old government
Slovakia, Iraq Lose US Military Aid As Trump Redirects $52M To Latin America: What It Means
The Trump administration is redirecting $52 million in US military financing from four European and Middle Eastern countries to four Latin American nations as Washington prioritises security cooperation in the Western Hemisphere
The Owaisi Factor: Can AIMIM Dent Samajwadi Party’s Muslim Vote Base In UP Assembly Polls 2027?
Owaisi has begun campaigning in constituencies where Muslim voters have traditionally supported the party, while also seeking a place in any Opposition alliance formed to challenge the BJP.
From Bases To Embassies: How Iran Took Aim At US Interests In The Gulf
Iranian missile and drone attacks have targeted US military positions and American interests across the Gulf since fighting began on February 28, forcing Washington to alter diplomatic operations and reinforcing the security pressures facing its Gulf partners.
Why JD(U) Is Opposing UCC In Bihar And Why It Matters For BJP
Senior JD(U) leader Shyam Rajak said the party’s position had already been established by former chief minister Nitish Kumar. Although the JD(U) supported the UCC proposal in Parliament, it does not favour applying it in Bihar, he said
Wales Devolution: Scotland, Northern Ireland Push For More Powers; What Can Welsh Government Control?
Wales has its own parliament and government, but Westminster still controls key areas as Rhun ap Iorwerth seeks greater powers.
NEWS
National
The constable, identified as Deepak, had reportedly posted the videos himself on social media
National
By PTI
A new study has found that exposure to air pollutants, including fine particulate matter and nitrogen dioxide, may increase the risk of suicidal thoughts and death by suicide
Movie Review
TIFF 2026 | The Oscar-nominated All That Breathes director mines the creeping loneliness of a termite exterminator in Old Delhi.
International
Iran launched around 20 ballistic missiles in the attack, making the US expenditure unusually heavyc
National
The killings come two days after four Kuki civilians were shot dead in Manipur, with Kuki groups alleging the involvement of Naga armed groups
National
By PTI
A Delhi court has granted Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj three weeks’ interim bail in the alleged Jantar Mantar assault case, with strict conditions.
Football
Lionel Messi is set to make his Argentina farewell against Benin after announcing international retirement, with the Monumental Stadium preparing to honour the legendary captain’s remarkable career
Movie Review
TIFF 2026 | The Oscar-nominated All That Breathes director mines the creeping loneliness of a termite exterminator in Old Delhi.
International
Iran launched around 20 ballistic missiles in the attack, making the US expenditure unusually heavyc
National
The killings come two days after four Kuki civilians were shot dead in Manipur, with Kuki groups alleging the involvement of Naga armed groups
MAGAZINE
The Chinese Plunder - 28 September 2026 Issue
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SubscribeClimate change is making the Himalayas even more vulnerable. Glaciers are melting twice as quickly as in 2000.Rising temperatures are accelerating glacier retreat and altering snow and ice conditions, increasing the potential for landslides, avalanches and glacial floods. But there is another reason for the degradation of the Himalayas. China. Our northern neighbour's insatiable hunger to build humongous infrastructure on ecologically fragile systems has caused harm to the subcontinent as well as the larger Southeast Asia region. The calamity in Nepal offers a stark warning of the risks of China's large, opaque projects, delayed information and environmental disruption. The country is putting millions of lives and billions of dollars of economic activity in India, Nepal, Bangladesh and Myanmar at stake.
Drugs Without Borders - 14 September 2026 Issue
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SubscribeMore than five crore Indians use cannabis and opioids—roughly the population of Spain. Drugs are no longer confined to the margins of society. They are moving from affluent neighbourhoods to small towns and villages, feeding a rapidly expanding illicit market that is becoming more organised, more sophisticated and harder for law enforcement to contain. India’s geography makes the crisis even more dangerous. Wedged between the Golden Crescent in the west and the Golden Triangle in the east, the country sits between two of the world’s major narcotics hubs. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent Independence Day speech underlined the urgency of the challenge.The stakes could hardly be higher. Nearly one crore young Indians are estimated to be addicted to synthetic drugs, at a time when 27 per cent of the country’s population is aged 15-29. Every addiction carries a cost, not just to families, but to productivity, healthcare, the criminal-justice system and national security. India’s drug problem is a crisis capable of eating into the country’s demographic dividend and undermining its economic ambitions. In this issue of Outlook, we travelled to Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana to understand how deep the crisis runs, and to tell the stories of people whose lives have been shattered by drugs.
Whose Idea of India? - 31 August 2026 Issue
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SubscribeIs India an ancient civilisation or a modern nation-state? Does it share a collective history, or has a collective identity been imposed upon a country of many histories, faiths and cultures? Does India need a Uniform Civil Code, or is its pursuit an ideological project? These are not merely arguments about India’s past. They are choices about its future. India has been shaped by competing ideas—civilisation and constitutionalism, faith and secularism, individual liberty and collective identity, revolution and reform. At every turn, different choices have offered different destinations. In this Independence Day Special, Outlook brings together India’s leading thinkers, politicians, economists and bureaucrats to confront the fundamental questions before the republic: What is India? Who defines it? And what should it become? Many ideas made India. Many paths lie ahead. The choice belongs to its people.
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SPORTS
Nishu’s Asian Games Trials Heartbreak Fuels World Championships Bid, Antim Panghal Stands In Way
By Minal Tomar
Nishu Bhanwala won the 53kg category and will face Asian Games-bound Antim Panghal in a final trial for the World Championships berth. Pooja Gehlot suffered a controversial 6-5 defeat to Swati Shinde in the 57kg semi-final, while Neelam, Simran, Tapsya, Srishti and Kajal won their respective categories
Sanju Samson smashed a blistering 22-ball 57 on Tuesday to propel India to a commanding seven-wicket victory over Afghanistan in the second T20 International. Chasing 160 to clinch the three-match series with an unassailable 2-0 lead, India reached 163 for 3 in 14.5 overs, after restricting the visitors to 159 for 8
Mohammad Nabi became the fourth men's cricketer to achieve the double of 2,500 runs and 100 wickets in T20 Internationals during the second match against India in Delhi. This milestone cements his legacy as one of Afghanistan's premier all-rounders
Former Pakistan batter Mohammad Yousuf defended ACC President Mohsin Naqvi on Tuesday after the Harmanpreet Kaur-led Indian women's cricket team refused to collect the Asia Cup trophy from him following their final victory against Sri Lanka
Jasprit Bumrah opened the second T20I against Afghanistan with a maiden over—his 13th in the format—moving him level with Thailand's N Senamontree as the highest-ranked bowler from a full-member nation on the all-time list
BUSINESS
Modi-Xi Thaw: India Needs China More Than It Wants To Admit
By Ritesh
Modi-Xi Thaw: India Needs China More Than It Wants To Admit
MONEY
UPI Payments Up To Rs 2,000 Get Charge Protection: What The New Gazette Notification Means
By Priyanka Debnath
UPI Payments Up To Rs 2,000 Get Charge Protection: What The New Gazette Notification Means
TRAVELLER
A New Art Address In Fort: KYNKYNY Makes Its Mumbai Debut
By Rooplekha Das
A New Art Address In Fort: KYNKYNY Makes Its Mumbai Debut
Tokyo’s Narita Airport Is Bringing Back Free Layover Tours. Here’s Where You Can Go
Tokyo’s Narita Airport Is Bringing Back Free Layover Tours. Here’s Where You Can Go
Noosa Everglades: Explore Australia’s River Of Mirrors
Noosa Everglades: Explore Australia’s River Of Mirrors
The Story Of Kainchi Dham, The Spiritual Retreat That Drew Steve Jobs And Zuckerberg
The Story Of Kainchi Dham, The Spiritual Retreat That Drew Steve Jobs And Zuckerberg
Ganesha Around The World: 7 Countries Where The Elephant-Headed God Is Revered
Ganesha Around The World: 7 Countries Where The Elephant-Headed God Is Revered
LUXE
A Guide to Luxury Watch Dial Materials And Their History Part 1
By Aaron Jacob
From Grand Feu enamel and Urushi lacquer to meteorite, porcelain, aventurine and mother of pearl, the watch dial has evolved into one of horology’s most expressive canvases
5 Underwater Hotels to Add To Your Luxury Travel Wish List
By Aaron Jacob
Forget rooms with ocean views. These extraordinary stays take luxury travellers beneath the surface, placing bedrooms, suites and private retreats in the middle of the underwater world
Five Restaurants to Try Now for Longevity-Focused Dining Experience
By Sonali Mukherjee
Longevity is moving from the wellness retreat to the dining table. These five restaurants are putting healthspan, nutrition and mindful eating at the centre of the luxury dining experience, underscoring that eating for long-term wellbeing can be as considered as any other indulgence
London Fashion Week: Five Major Trends to Take From the Runway to Your Wardrobe
By Sonali Mukherjee
Before London Fashion Week SS27 arrives in September, revisit the five defining trends from AW26. From cinematic minimalism and saturated colour to romantic volume, power dressing and visible craftsmanship, London’s latest season offered plenty of runway ideas that can be translated into an everyday wardrobe