Himachal’s Dark Reality: 66 Drug Overdose Deaths, 1200 Arrests In Three Years
The synthetic drug crisis is spreading from urban centres into rural districts such as Kangra, Mandi, Una, Shimla, Solan, Bilaspur and Kullu
THE LEAD
‘Are Cartoons In NCERT Textbooks Proper?’ Supreme Court Asks Retired Judge Panel To Review
Apex Court constitutes expert panel headed by retired judge to examine controversial cartoons and content in NCERT school textbooks.
Rubio Calls Cuba A ‘National Security Threat’ As US Indicts Raúl Castro
Rubio’s statement comes amid worsening tensions between Washington and Havana.
Why The US Has Indicted Former Cuban President Raul Castro Over The 1996 Plane Shootdown?
The US Department of Justice has charged Raul Castro and six others over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft as tensions with Cuba rise again amid economic crisis and political pressure.
NTA Tells Parliamentary Panel NEET-UG Paper Was Not Leaked Through Its System
Officials say CBI probe is underway; common entrance test for engineering and medical courses under consideration
This Is My Job and Duty: Norwegian Journalist Defends Tough Questions After Modi Press Freedom Row
By Ainnie Arif
After the Indian Embassy invited her to an MEA briefing, Lyng questioned officials about alleged human rights violations and press freedom in India.
Four Years After Putting Sedition Law On Hold: Supreme Court
Apex Court clarifies that cases under Section 124A IPC can move forward where accused persons do not challenge the proceedings.
In a First, Ranjeet K. Dass Elected Assam Assembly Speaker For Second Term
BJP leader creates history by becoming the first person in Assam to be re-elected as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.
Vijay Expands Tamil Nadu Cabinet; Congress Returns to Government: See Full List Here
This takes the strength of the Tamil Nadu cabinet to 33, including the Chief Minister
Rajnath Singh Inaugurates Indian War Memorial In South Korea
Defence Minister jointly unveils memorial at Imjingak Peace Park to honour Indian troops’ contributions during the 1950-53 Korean War.
Cockroach Janta Party's X Account Withheld in India
Abhijeet Dipke, the party’s founder, said “As expected Cockroach Janta Party’s account has been withheld in India”
FIFA World Cup 2026: Avni LLC Claims USD 300 Million Guarantee For India Broadcast Rights - Report
India is still without a confirmed broadcaster for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as the tournament nears. Washington DC-based Avni LLC has reportedly emerged as a contender for FIFA India rights, citing a $300 million-plus guarantee in the closed tender process
Telangana Gamble: BJP Targets Civic Polls, Eyes Expansion In Southern India
The party is increasingly turning its attention to Telangana, viewing upcoming municipal elections as a crucial test of its southern ambitions.
Vijay Expands Tamil Nadu Cabinet, Congress Returns To Power After 59 Years
CM inducts 23 ministers, including two Congress MLAs, in major Cabinet expansion
Calcutta High Court Reserves Verdict On Pleas Challenging Bengal’s Eid Slaughter Rules
Petitioners seek exemption under 1950 Act for Eid al-Adha rituals
Falta Assembly Re-Election Begins Amid Tight Security After EVM Tampering Allegations
More than 2.36 lakh voters are eligible to cast ballots in the South 24 Parganas constituency, where repolling was ordered after alleged electoral irregularities during the April 29 voting.
A French Revolution At Roland Garros? Here's What We Know About Players' Planned Media Protest
Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and No.4 Coco Gauff were among leading players who threatened a boycott of the Slams earlier this month if they don’t start receiving more compensation
Kolkata Bulldozer Politics: BJP’s Post-Poll Evictions, TMC Protests and a State at Crossroads
Kolkata’s post-poll landscape turns volatile as BJP’s alleged ‘bulldozer politics’ triggers mass evictions, TMC-led protests and legal battles.
UP Robbery: ‘Kachcha-Baniyan’ Style Dacoits Loot Houses, Six Injured
Armed robbers held families hostage in Mustafabad and Sithauli villages before escaping with cash, gold and silver; police formed five teams to investigate.
Apex Court constitutes expert panel headed by retired judge to examine controversial cartoons and content in NCERT school textbooks.
Rubio’s statement comes amid worsening tensions between Washington and Havana.
The US Department of Justice has charged Raul Castro and six others over the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft as tensions with Cuba rise again amid economic crisis and political pressure.
Officials say CBI probe is underway; common entrance test for engineering and medical courses under consideration
By Ainnie Arif
After the Indian Embassy invited her to an MEA briefing, Lyng questioned officials about alleged human rights violations and press freedom in India.
Apex Court clarifies that cases under Section 124A IPC can move forward where accused persons do not challenge the proceedings.
BJP leader creates history by becoming the first person in Assam to be re-elected as Speaker of the Legislative Assembly.
This takes the strength of the Tamil Nadu cabinet to 33, including the Chief Minister
Defence Minister jointly unveils memorial at Imjingak Peace Park to honour Indian troops’ contributions during the 1950-53 Korean War.
Abhijeet Dipke, the party’s founder, said “As expected Cockroach Janta Party’s account has been withheld in India”
India is still without a confirmed broadcaster for the FIFA World Cup 2026 as the tournament nears. Washington DC-based Avni LLC has reportedly emerged as a contender for FIFA India rights, citing a $300 million-plus guarantee in the closed tender process
The party is increasingly turning its attention to Telangana, viewing upcoming municipal elections as a crucial test of its southern ambitions.
CM inducts 23 ministers, including two Congress MLAs, in major Cabinet expansion
Petitioners seek exemption under 1950 Act for Eid al-Adha rituals
More than 2.36 lakh voters are eligible to cast ballots in the South 24 Parganas constituency, where repolling was ordered after alleged electoral irregularities during the April 29 voting.
Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka and No.4 Coco Gauff were among leading players who threatened a boycott of the Slams earlier this month if they don’t start receiving more compensation
NEWS
Top court recalls remarks against three experts, leaves decision on association to Centre and states
Petition challenges new rule making study of three languages compulsory for Class 9 students from July 1
Officials say CBI probe is underway; common entrance test for engineering and medical courses under consideration
Prime Minister tells council of ministers to prioritise next-generation reforms and future goals
Chief Minister clarifies that notorious criminal Bageerath was captured in a police operation, rejecting claims of voluntary surrender.
By shubham
Many Indian cities are battling extreme heatwave conditions according to the IMD
These gifts represented the length and breadth of India’s cultural diversity from Rajasthani pottery to silk stoles from the North East
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
SRH Playoff Scenario IPL 2026: Can Sunrisers Hyderabad Still Finish In Top Two?
SunRisers Hyderabad still have a slim chance of finishing in IPL 2026’s top two, but require a massive victory over RCB to overtake Gujarat Titans
Vinesh Phogat’s ineligibility has been questioned by the Delhi High Court, which noted the WFI’s shift in stance “speaks volumes.” The court directed an expert panel and her inclusion in Asian Games trials, stressing fairness, motherhood, and that rules shouldn’t block participation
Archery coach Kuldeep Vedwan has been sentenced by a Fast Track Special Court in Sonipat to five years’ rigorous imprisonment and a ₹15,000 fine in a POCSO case involving a minor archer
SRH vs RCB, IPL 2026: Get all the information you need ahead of the Indian Premier League 2026 Match 67 between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad
Gujarat Titans beat Chennai Super Kings by 89 runs in Match 66 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 on Thursday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, a result that reshaped the Orange Cap, Purple Cap and IPL standings after another dominant GT performance
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BUSINESS
The Norway Contradiction: Modi Seeks Investment As India Weight Slips In Norges Portfolio
By Satyam Mishra
The Norway Contradiction: Modi Seeks Investment As India Weight Slips In Norges Portfolio
Jio IPO Faces Iran War Hurdles As Reliance Reviews Deal Structure
By Outlook Business Desk
SpaceX Files for Massive IPO to Fund AI and Mars Dreams
By Outlook Business Desk
Narendra Modi Wraps Up His Five-Nation Tour—What India Gained?
By Outlook Business Desk
Modi, Meloni And Melody: Parle Wins Internet, Eyes Global Sales Boost
By Outlook Business Desk
Your Next Swiggy or Zomato Order Could Cost More: Here’s Why
By Outlook Business Desk
India Plans $1 Bn EV Incentives for Commercial Vehicles — Here’s Why
By Outlook Planet Desk
Why Super El Niño May Worsen Heatwaves and Monsoon Stress in India
By Sonali Mukherjee
MONEY
Paytm Block Deal: Shares Slide 4% as Early Investors Offload 1.3% Stake
By Outlook Money
Paytm Block Deal: Shares Slide 4% as Early Investors Offload 1.3% Stake
TRAVELLER
Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans
By Tenzin Chodon
Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans
Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru
Your Ultimate Weekend Guide 2026: Top Events In Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai & Bengaluru
Sign Up For The Overnight Cruise To India’s Smouldering Island
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8 Dreamy Monsoon Destinations In South India To Visit This Rainy Season
8 Dreamy Monsoon Destinations In South India To Visit This Rainy Season
Big Change For Thailand Travel: 60-Day Visa-Free Stay Scrapped For 93 Countries
Big Change For Thailand Travel: 60-Day Visa-Free Stay Scrapped For 93 Countries
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