Mehbooba Mufti Backs RSS Leader Hosabale On People-To-People Contact With Pakistan
PDP chief endorses call for dialogue and people-to-people ties, says engagement is essential for peace in Jammu & Kashmir.
THE LEAD
Rwandan Genocide Suspect Félicien Kabuga Dies In Custody In The Hague at Age 91
Accused mastermind and financier of the 1994 genocide passes away in UN detention before trial could conclude due to ill health.
Rahul Gandhi Questions PM Modi: Why No Action Against Education Minister Pradhan Amid Repeated Paper Leaks?
Congress leader targets Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET, UGC-NET controversies, demands accountability as opposition intensifies criticism of exam irregularities.
Kishan Reddy Urges Clean-Up Of Electoral Rolls, Warns Against Obstruction
Union Minister calls for removal of fake and duplicate voters, cautions against any interference in the revision process.
Delhi CNG Price Hiked Again, Auto-Taxi Unions Seek Fare Revision
CNG rates in the national capital rose for the second time in two days, while auto and taxi unions demanded higher fares amid rising fuel costs.
India Rejects Hague Arbitration Ruling On Indus Treaty Projects In J&K
Centre says ‘illegally constituted’ court’s award on Kishenganga and Ratle projects is null and void; Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance
PM Modi Warns Of ‘Return of Massive Poverty’, Flags ‘Disaster Decade’ Of Covid, Wars & Fuel Crisis
PM Modi Warns Of ‘Return of Massive Poverty’, Flags ‘Disaster Decade’ Of Covid, Wars & Fuel Crisis
Rahul Gandhi Demands Sacking Of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Over NEET Paper Leak
The demand comes after reports of widespread irregularities and a paper leak surfaced in the NEET-UG exam conducted recently. Several states have reported cases of cheating, impersonation, and leaked question papers being circulated before the exam.
NCB Seizes ₹182 Crore Worth Captagon Shipment in India’s First Major Bust: Amit Shah
Synthetic stimulant allegedly destined for Middle East intercepted by NCB
Pakistan Must Choose Between Geography And History: Asim Munir
The Army Chief highlighted challenges including economic recovery, counter-terrorism operations, border management, and the importance of regional connectivity.
‘Let Them Go’: Mamata Asks TMC Cadres To Rebuild Party After Bengal Poll Rout
TMC chief says party will “rise again” despite defeat, amid reports of defections and internal unrest
North America’s Largest Commuter Rail System Shuts Down Due to Strike
The strike, which began at 12:01 a.m., follows the collapse of last-minute contract negotiations between five major labor unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
Who Is 'Kingpin' PV Kulkarni? Retired Teacher Arrested in NEET 2026 Leak Case
Investigators allege retired teacher conducted secret coaching sessions using leaked material
Israel Confirms Killing Of Hamas Armed Wing Chief Izz al-Din al-Haddad In Gaza Strike
The strike targeted a residential building in the al-Rimal neighbourhood of Gaza City. Israeli officials described al-Haddad as one of the key planners behind the October 7, 2023 attacks and a central figure in Hamas’s ongoing military operations.
Modi Dismisses Report on Possible Tax on Foreign Travel as ‘Totally False’
Prime Minister says there is “no question” of imposing restrictions on overseas travel amid West Asia crisis
Trump Says Joint US-Nigerian Raid Killed Abu-Bilal-al-Biluki, Global Second in Command of ISIS
Hailing the operations he thanked the Nigerian Government for its partnership on the operation and added that Minuki will “no longer terrorize the people of Africa, or help plan operations to target Americans"
PM Modi Arrives in Netherlands on Second Leg of Five-Nation Tour
Prime minister to hold talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten on trade, technology, defence and clean energy cooperation
Inside Story Of Congress’s 10-Day Kerala Power Struggle
Over ten days, the Congress leadership was forced to navigate factional lobbying, backchannel consultations and growing public mobilisation before arriving at a decision that went far beyond legislative arithmetic
The Insider: How A Pune-Based Chemistry Lecturer Allegedly Became The Source Of The NEET Paper Leak
With the assistance of an accomplice named Manisha Waghmare, who was arrested on May 14, Kulkarni allegedly mobilized students to attend special, clandestine coaching sessions held at his own residence in Pune.
India’s Bilateral Trade With BRICS Nations Rises to $416Bn, But Deficit Widens
India’s total bilateral trade with BRICS nations reached $416bn in 2025, up from $289bn in 2021. However, the trade deficit widened significantly from $117bn in 2021 to $224bn in 2025
Accused mastermind and financier of the 1994 genocide passes away in UN detention before trial could conclude due to ill health.
Congress leader targets Dharmendra Pradhan over NEET, UGC-NET controversies, demands accountability as opposition intensifies criticism of exam irregularities.
Union Minister calls for removal of fake and duplicate voters, cautions against any interference in the revision process.
CNG rates in the national capital rose for the second time in two days, while auto and taxi unions demanded higher fares amid rising fuel costs.
Centre says ‘illegally constituted’ court’s award on Kishenganga and Ratle projects is null and void; Indus Waters Treaty remains in abeyance
PM Modi Warns Of ‘Return of Massive Poverty’, Flags ‘Disaster Decade’ Of Covid, Wars & Fuel Crisis
The demand comes after reports of widespread irregularities and a paper leak surfaced in the NEET-UG exam conducted recently. Several states have reported cases of cheating, impersonation, and leaked question papers being circulated before the exam.
Synthetic stimulant allegedly destined for Middle East intercepted by NCB
The Army Chief highlighted challenges including economic recovery, counter-terrorism operations, border management, and the importance of regional connectivity.
TMC chief says party will “rise again” despite defeat, amid reports of defections and internal unrest
The strike, which began at 12:01 a.m., follows the collapse of last-minute contract negotiations between five major labor unions and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA).
Investigators allege retired teacher conducted secret coaching sessions using leaked material
The strike targeted a residential building in the al-Rimal neighbourhood of Gaza City. Israeli officials described al-Haddad as one of the key planners behind the October 7, 2023 attacks and a central figure in Hamas’s ongoing military operations.
Prime Minister says there is “no question” of imposing restrictions on overseas travel amid West Asia crisis
Hailing the operations he thanked the Nigerian Government for its partnership on the operation and added that Minuki will “no longer terrorize the people of Africa, or help plan operations to target Americans"
Prime minister to hold talks with Dutch PM Rob Jetten on trade, technology, defence and clean energy cooperation
NEWS
Strong voter turnout across 47 urban local bodies as Congress and BJP lock horns in keenly contested civic elections.
Giasuddin Molla accuses TMC general secretary and ex-SDPO of harassment and misuse of power in South 24 Parganas.
Clashes erupt in Topsia-Tiljala area during anti-illegal construction drive, several officers hurt amid stone pelting.
Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari had announced this major decision in the first cabinet meeting of the new government.
Congress leadership and chief ministers of party-ruled states are expected at the swearing-in ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram.
Blaze erupted in an AC coach of the Thiruvananthapuram-Delhi Rajdhani near Ratlam, disrupting rail traffic on the Delhi-Mumbai route.
By PTI
India’s UN envoy Parvathaneni Harish raised concerns over threats to civilian vessels and freedom of navigation amid the ongoing West Asia conflict.
MAGAZINE
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.
Warlord - 11 April 2026 Issue
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SubscribeAs US-Israel attacks on Iran ensue, West Asia continues to negotiate between a rocky past and an uncertain future. Iran has dismissed a US ceasefire proposal and set out its own conditions. Markets crumble; supply systems disrupted while haze and tease continue to surround peace talks - misinformation and sweeping statements taking front-seat. In Outlook’s April 11 issue, Warlord, difficult questions are asked. Tanvir Aeijaz speaks to Prof. Thomas Pogge, Leitner Professor of Philosophy and Professor of Political Science, Yale University . Harish Khare looks at the emotional trauma and physiological impact of the relentless American-Israeli aggression Seema Guha’s piece talks of how as the war enters its fourth week, the US must win, while Iran just needs to survive. In India, as five crucial states walk into the month of elections , Snigdhendu Bhattacharya delves into how the consistent exchanges between Mamata Banerjee and Narendra Modi keep polarising Bengal, R Vijaya Shankar speaks on the vacuum which might follow in Tamil Nadu, if AIADMK suffers a second successive defeat, Ashlin Mathew profiles Himanta Biswa Sarma, NK Bhoopesh looks at MK Stalin and Pinarayi Vijayan, the towering vanguards against BJP’s machinery in the South. Plus book reviews, a piece on how Dhuradhandar's success has changed Bollywood and other stories. Read all this and more in this power packed issue of Outlook.
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SPORTS
DC Vs RR Highlights, IPL 2026: Capitals Thrash Royals By 5 Wickets To Stay In Playoffs Hunt
By Vikas Patwal
IPL 2026, DC Vs RR Highlights: Mitchell Starc, KL Rahul and Abishek Porel starred as Delhi Capitals beat Rajasthan Royals by 5 wickets to stay in playoffs hunt at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, May 17
With the victory in Dharamsala, Royal Challengers Bengaluru moved to 18 points, which are enough for them to ensure a top-four finish in the IPL 2026 league phase
Mitchell Starc takes three wickets in an over as Delhi Capitals bounce back in style to restrict Rajasthan Royals to 193/8 from 161/2 in 14.1 overs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Sunday, May 17
Riyan Parag had missed Rajasthan Royals' previous game against Gujarat Titans owing to a pulled hamstring, and Yashasvi Jaiswal had lead the side in his stead. A lengthy 16-day gap after Parag's last outing meant the RR skipper could recover in time for Sunday's clash
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Tata Consumer CEO Sunil D'Souza on Chasing Growth, Bold Bets and the Allure of India's FMCG Market
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India, UAE Sign Key Energy And Defence Pacts Amid West Asia Crisis
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How Scandinavian Design Transformed Modern Architecture: Key Influences and Iconic Structures
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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 […]
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