Kharge Accuses Centre Of ‘Looting’ Public After Third Fuel Price Hike In 8 Days
Congress chief says repeated petrol and diesel price hikes reflect a “leadership crisis” in the government
THE LEAD
High Intake of packaged Foods Tied To Elevated BP Among Youth: NIN study
National Institute of Nutrition warns that frequent consumption of ultra-processed packaged foods significantly increases risk of hypertension in young Indians
Remains Of Four Italian Divers Killed In Maldives Cave Dive Repatriated
Bodies of the four Italian tourists flown back to Italy after tragic underwater cave accident in Maldives.
Delhi HC Allows Vinesh Phogat To Compete In Asian Games Trials
High Court comes down heavily on Wrestling Federation of India for unfair treatment of the Olympic medallist.
FIFA World Cup 2026: India To Get Broadcast Partner Soon? Ex-AIFF General Secretary Says ’Negotiations Complete’
Negotiations for FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights in India are reportedly complete, with Shaji Prabhakaran confirming an announcement is imminent
Puducherry Government Issues Advisory On Efficient Energy Usage
Administration urges citizens to adopt power-saving measures amid rising demand and limited supply during peak summer season.
Petrol, Diesel Prices Hiked For Third Time; Rates Rise Nearly Rs 5/Litre In 10 Days
Fuel prices increased for the third time since May 15 amid elevated global energy costs linked to West Asia conflict
BJP, Congress Clash Over Ajay Rai’s Alleged Remark on PM Modi
The video, reportedly recorded while Rai was travelling in a vehicle and greeting supporters
Jabalpur Police Take Twisha Sharma’s Husband Samarth Singh Into Custody
High-profile case takes dramatic turn as Samarth Singh arrested in Jabalpur in connection with a sensitive matter being probed by Bhopal police.
No Permission for Human Chain Protest Called By Cockroach Janta Party: Bengaluru Police
Police deny permission citing traffic disruption and public safety concerns; organisers plan to challenge the decision.
Jaishankar To Host Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meet On May 26: MEA
India to chair crucial Quad meeting in New Delhi as grouping strengthens cooperation in Indo-Pacific region.
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
Muslim Side Moves Supreme Court Challenging Madhya Pradesh HC Order In Bhojshala Complex Dispute
Petition filed against High Court’s directive allowing Hindu prayers in the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh
National Institute of Nutrition warns that frequent consumption of ultra-processed packaged foods significantly increases risk of hypertension in young Indians
Bodies of the four Italian tourists flown back to Italy after tragic underwater cave accident in Maldives.
High Court comes down heavily on Wrestling Federation of India for unfair treatment of the Olympic medallist.
Negotiations for FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcast rights in India are reportedly complete, with Shaji Prabhakaran confirming an announcement is imminent
Administration urges citizens to adopt power-saving measures amid rising demand and limited supply during peak summer season.
Fuel prices increased for the third time since May 15 amid elevated global energy costs linked to West Asia conflict
The video, reportedly recorded while Rai was travelling in a vehicle and greeting supporters
High-profile case takes dramatic turn as Samarth Singh arrested in Jabalpur in connection with a sensitive matter being probed by Bhopal police.
Police deny permission citing traffic disruption and public safety concerns; organisers plan to challenge the decision.
India to chair crucial Quad meeting in New Delhi as grouping strengthens cooperation in Indo-Pacific region.
The synthetic drug crisis is spreading from urban centres into rural districts such as Kangra, Mandi, Una, Shimla, Solan, Bilaspur and Kullu
Petition filed against High Court’s directive allowing Hindu prayers in the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh
NEWS
Public consultation begins on rules under VB–G RAM G Act, which will replace MGNREGA from July 1
MS Dhoni’s absence has defined Chennai Super Kings’ IPL 2026 season, as Ruturaj Gaikwad’s side has struggled to transition into the post-Dhoni era
US President Donald Trump met top security officials as Pakistan and Qatar pushed for a last-minute deal with Iran amid stalled negotiations.
Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir met Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Tehran as Islamabad continued mediation efforts between Iran and the US over the West Asia conflict, nuclear programme and Strait of Hormuz tensions.
French Open 2026: Find out how much the winners of the men’s and women’s events at Roland Garros will earn in prize money this year
Police registered a case against the AIMIM leader after a complaint alleged he made objectionable remarks while seeking permission for Eid-ul-Azha prayers near Aligarh’s main Eidgah.
Rubio begins four-day India tour with Quad talks, energy discussions and meetings in Kolkata
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
LSG Vs PBKS LIVE Cricket Score, IPL 2026: Inglis-Pant Hold The Key For Lucknow | LSG 100/3 (10)
By Vikas Patwal
LSG Vs PBKS LIVE Cricket Score, IPL 2026: Playoff spot on line as Punjab Kings take on Lucknow Super Giants in their final league match of the Indian Premier League at the Ekana Cricket Stadium on Saturday, May 23
Vinesh Phogat received relief from the Delhi High Court after being cleared to compete in the Asian Games 2026 trials, with the court slamming the Wrestling Federation of India for its “vindictive” conduct and exclusionary policy against the wrestler
The Indian women’s cricket team left for England on Saturday ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026. Led by Harmanpreet Kaur, India will begin their campaign against Pakistan on June 14 after playing a three-match T20I series against England in preparation for the tournament
French Open 2026: Discover why Roland-Garros remains tennis’s ultimate war of attrition, from its clay-court battles to its unique history and legacy
Virat Kohli ignored Travis Head during the post-match handshake rituals after both the players were in involved in an animated banter during the match in IPL 2026 sparks controversy
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BUSINESS
Melody To Meme Stock? How A Viral Modi–Meloni Moment Sparked Parle Frenzy On Dalal Street
By Satyam Mishra
Melody To Meme Stock? How A Viral Modi–Meloni Moment Sparked Parle Frenzy On Dalal Street
OpenAI Wants To Go Public, But AI Economics May Face A Reality Check
By Shristi Acharya
Wipro Fixes June 5 as Record Date for ₹15,000 Cr Buyback, First in Three Years
By Outlook Business Desk
Inside Vedanta’s Mega Push to Refinance $5.5 Bn in Holding Company Debt
By Outlook Business Desk
Delhi-NCR Transport Strike: What’s Behind The Drivers’ Protest?
By Sonali Mukherjee
Noel Tata, Chandrasekaran Set for Closed-Door Meet Ahead of Tata Sons Board Vote
By Outlook Business Desk
Meta Rules Out More Company-Wide Layoffs After 8,000 Job Cuts
By Outlook Business Desk
Why Reliance-BP Is Gaining While Other Retailers Lose Ground
By Sonali Mukherjee
Govt Tells Meta, Google and Telegram to Pull Down Fake NEET Leak Channels
By Outlook Business Desk
Melody Goes ‘Out of Stock’ on Blinkit, Instamart After Modi–Meloni Viral Clip
By Outlook Business Desk
MONEY
Stock Market Next Week: US-Iran Talks, Fuel Price Hike, US GDP Data, And More
By Outlook Money
Stock Market Next Week: US-Iran Talks, Fuel Price Hike, US GDP Data, And More
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TRAVELLER
India’s Newest Palace Hotel Is A Lesson In Crafty Opulence
By Chandreyi Bandyopadhyay
India’s Newest Palace Hotel Is A Lesson In Crafty Opulence
5 Blue Zones Where People Live The Longest, And Simple Habits Behind Their Longevity
5 Blue Zones Where People Live The Longest, And Simple Habits Behind Their Longevity
From The Latest Issue: A Journey Through Sikkim’s Living Buddhist Traditions
From The Latest Issue: A Journey Through Sikkim’s Living Buddhist Traditions
India’s First Underwater Warship Museum To Open In Sindhudurg: What Travellers Can Expect
India’s First Underwater Warship Museum To Open In Sindhudurg: What Travellers Can Expect
Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans
Planning A Monsoon Trip? Here’s How El Niño Could Affect Your Travel Plans
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