Why Revanth Reddy’s 'Rafale' Remarks On Minority Students Have Sparked A Row
"Students from the minority communities can dismantle and reassemble Rafale [aircraft] but cannot remember lessons from a book,” Reddy said.
THE LEAD
After The Attack: What’s Next For Sukhbir Badal And The Akali Dal?
The attack on Sukhbir Badal comes amid a deeper crisis of leadership, credibility and political relevance for the Akali Dal.
'Sapta Dhara', Free Coaching, AI Training: Inside PM Modi’s Independence Day Roadmap
PM Modi’s Independence Day speech combined the Sapta Dhara development framework with announcements on free coaching, AI skilling, semiconductors, sports and Census participation
'What Kind Of Freedom Is This?' Devendra Nath Mahto 'Forcefully' Stopped From Attending Tiranga Yatra
“The police kept pushing and shoving me continuously to stop me. Finally, I've sat down right outside my room's gate. Until I'm allowed to leave from here, I'll stay seated right here." Mahto said.
PM Modi Announces Free Online Coaching For Competitive Exams: What We Know So Far
PM Narendra Modi announced free online coaching for competitive exams and AI skilling for 1 crore youth during his 80th Independence Day speech.
Before You See The Scar: When A Scar Becomes An Identity, And The Gaze That Refuses To Look Beyond It
Before You See the Scar is a new photographic project exploring how acid attack survivors are seen, challenging the gaze that reduces women to their scars and violence
The Tiranga Is Every Citizen's Right, Not Just A Ritual
I hope the younger generation remembers this flag movement not just as a legal victory, but as a spark for a new era of civic consciousness and duty, writes Naveen Jindal
Partition In Bollywood | What Eight Decades Of Cinema Reveal About Memory
From stories of displacement and survival to nationalism and cross-border conflict, Bollywood's Partition films reflect a history India has never quite finished confronting.
Who Is Luigi Mangione? Ivy League Grad Pleads Guilty To Killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson
Luigi Mangione, the Ivy League graduate accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, has pleaded guilty to federal charges while continuing to face a separate murder case in New York
NEWS
National
TMC MP alleges she was asked to vacate the Krishnanagar circuit house late at night and claims a crowd gathered outside shouting 'Jai Shree Ram' slogans.
National
“If the authorities themselves do not trust their own narrative of ‘normalcy’ enough to repeatedly prevent me from going to Jama Masjid, what credibility does that narrative have?” Mirwaiz Umar Farooq said.
National
Speaking at an Independence Day function in Srinagar, Abdullah said developments in PoK caused him “pain, sorrow, and worry”.
National
Dipke and his team conducted an audit of the Zilla Parishad school and spoke to students about the facilities available to them
National
Tamil Nadu BJP chief Nainar Nagendran sparked a political row by responding to Chief Minister Vijay's earlier political jibe with a personal remark involving the actor-turned-politician's mother
International
Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered authorities to strengthen disaster prevention, early-warning systems and emergency response as deadly floods, landslides and typhoon-related weather batter several parts of China
International
Baloch activist Mir Yar Baloch has alleged that a Pakistani airstrike in Surab killed 30 civilians and urged the US to impose sanctions on Islamabad
MAGAZINE
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.
In The Magazine
Parliament on Street - 17 August 2026 Issue
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SubscribeThe resilience of Indian democracy lies less in the certainty of its institutions than in the persistence of its citizens. Across decades, governments with formidable parliamentary strength have learnt that political authority cannot rest on electoral arithmetic alone. It must be sustained by a continuing conversation with the people. The protests over the NEET ( National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) paper leak, culminating in the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, mark the latest chapter in that larger democratic story. This issue of Outlook examines how a movement led largely by young Indians reaffirmed an old principle of the Republic: that power derives its legitimacy not only from the vote, but also from accountability.
The AI Divide - 03 August 2026 Issue
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SubscribeArtificial intelligence is poised to transform education, but not every child will benefit equally. As AI enters classrooms, India’s deep divide between public and private education could grow wider than ever before. In this issue, Outlook explores the risks, the policy failures and the urgent choices that will determine whether AI becomes a force for opportunity—or inequality.
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SPORTS
Kirsty Gilmour Chasing Another Tattoo For Her Body Of Work At BWF World Championships 2026
By Minal Tomar
Kirsty Gilmour is in Delhi for the BWF World Championships 2026, starting August 17. The Scottish shuttler’s tattoos chronicle her career, from Olympic memories and medals to personal milestones. Now a European champion, Gilmour is chasing her first world crown
Rohit Sharma could return for India’s West Indies ODIs after reported BCCI discussions. Read the latest on his selection, ODI future, 2027 World Cup plans and form
Zaheer Khan is reportedly in contention to replace Ajit Agarkar as India’s chief selector, while VVS Laxman’s name has also surfaced amid uncertainty over Agarkar’s future
The 2026-27 La Liga season gets underway on August 15, featuring a staggered opening matchday and a brand-new campaign packed with high-profile managerial changes and promoted clubs
India beat Wales 3-1 in their Hockey World Cup 2026 opener as Harmanpreet Singh scored twice and Sanjay added a goal to secure three crucial points
BUSINESS
Inside Infra.Market's Billion-Dollar Shortcut to the Public Markets
By Fazal
Inside Infra.Market's Billion-Dollar Shortcut to the Public Markets
MONEY
RBI To Close FCNR(B) Scheme Early After $52.30 Billion Inflows
By Outlook Money
RBI To Close FCNR(B) Scheme Early After $52.30 Billion Inflows
LATEST
How Much Cash Should You Hold During Market Volatility?
By Sanjeev Sinha
Steps To Take This Independence Day To Attain Financial Freedom
By Sanjeev Sinha
TRAVELLER
Independence Day Special: Neville Tuli’s SWARAJ Is A Visual Walk Through India’s Freedom Struggle
By Anwesha Santra
Independence Day Special: Neville Tuli’s SWARAJ Is A Visual Walk Through India’s Freedom Struggle
Gandhi’s Train Journeys: How The Railways Became Part Of His Political Journey
Gandhi’s Train Journeys: How The Railways Became Part Of His Political Journey
Long Before 1857, These Indigenous Communities Were Fighting British Rule
Long Before 1857, These Indigenous Communities Were Fighting British Rule
6 Luxury Staycations Near Delhi For The Independence Day Weekend
6 Luxury Staycations Near Delhi For The Independence Day Weekend
Dry Day In Delhi NCR? Try These Zero-Proof Cocktails Beyond The Usual Mocktails
Dry Day In Delhi NCR? Try These Zero-Proof Cocktails Beyond The Usual Mocktails
LUXE
The Best Luxury Bluetooth Speakers For Premium Home Audio
By Aleem Siddiqui
From Bowers & Wilkins and Devialet to Bang & Olufsen and Sonos, these are the premium Bluetooth speakers that combine exceptional acoustics, cutting-edge technology and design-led craftsmanship at prices ranging from sensible to unapologetically extravagant
The Watches Putting Indian Heritage On The Wrist
By Aaron Jacob
From heritage and craft to contemporary watchmaking, these timepieces capture the colours and character of India; translating a rich cultural legacy into modern expressions of luxury
Jay Leno’s USD 13.5 Million Real Estate Gamble
By Aaron Jacob
The comedian and legendary car collector swapped the garage for Rhode Island coastline, buying the historic Seafair Estate for USD 13.5 million
PM Modi’s Independence Day Look Is A Lesson In India’s Textile Luxury
By Sonali Mukherjee
PM Modi’s latest look brings Indian craftsmanship and homegrown design into focus, proving that political style can carry a distinctly Indian identity