The agitation has grown beyond a dispute over one examination. It now reflects a broader frustration among young Indians over delayed recruitments, alleged paper leaks and the perceived lack of fairness in government hiring
The death of Atiq Ahmed’s youngest son Abaan in a road accident has brought renewed focus on a family marked by killings, arrests and legal battles
The Indian government says the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act are intended to strengthen oversight of foreign funding and safeguard national security. Critics, including a US lawmaker and rights groups, argue the Bill could further restrict civil society organisations, including Christian charities that rely on overseas donations.
From digital campaigns to street protests, opposition to caste-based reservation is gaining visibility, though the movement remains fragmented
The move has escalated into threats of a nationwide agitation by the Indian Medical Association (IMA), turning what began as a regulatory change into a national debate over medical education, professional boundaries and healthcare delivery
The protest over alleged irregularities in the JPSC Civil Services Examination has grown into a wider demand for transparency, recruitment reforms and an independent probe, putting the Hemant Soren government under political and administrative pressure.
Iran has outlined how transit fees would be shared under its proposed Strait of Hormuz agreement with Oman, as negotiations on reopening the strategic waterway move towards finalisation.
The High Court rejected the trial court’s reliance on assumptions about how a sexual assault survivor should behave
Justice remains elusive for the 17 Sri Lankan aid workers killed in Muttur during the civil war, with no prosecutions despite international investigations and repeated calls for accountability
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While addressing students, Bhagwat urged responsible social media use, warned against fake content, stressed verification from authentic sources, and said lasting change comes through societal acceptance, not laws alone
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From verbal slips to expressive reactions, Ravi Kishan’s clips have become a recurring language of India’s meme culture
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Six more deaths were reported on Wednesday as the flood situation worsened, leaving over 1.6 lakh people affected, hundreds of villages inundated and extensive damage to crops, livestock and infrastructure
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Cockroach Janta Party chief Abhijeet Dipke says joblessness, education reforms and media credibility will be key focus areas.
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Congress MP has criticised the FCRA Amendment Bill 2026, alleging it expands government control over NGOs, foreign funds and institutional assets.
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Mohammed Shahabuddin resigned nearly two years before his five-year mandate ended stepping down on July 24, citing health complications
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Himachal Pradesh Governor Kavinder Gupta said the abrogation of Article 370 has strengthened equality, expanded constitutional rights and accelerated development in Jammu and Kashmir
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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.
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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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SubscribeIn order to make critical legislative changes that leave a lasting political imprint, BJP needs to secure 2/3rd majority in Parliament. Support from its allies is not enough. Recent splits in political parties may help BJP reach the magic number
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SubscribeSupporters of the Great Nicobar Project argue that the project is essential if India is to emerge as a major maritime power and secure its southernmost tip. Critics counter that the environmental costs could be irreversible, threatening fragile ecosystems, endangered wildlife and indigenous communities and would lead to large-scale deforestation and coastal alteration.
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SubscribeThe IT sector has long been the engine of India’s middle-class aspiration and white-collar employment. As AI eats into jobs in the sector, India faces a massive socio-economic challenge
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Mitchell Starc enters Australia’s two-Test series against Bangladesh with 433 Test wickets, needing one wicket to equal Kapil Dev, while Australia look to strengthen their WTC standings lead
England have named their squad for the first two Pakistan Tests, with Joe Root returning as captain and Dan Lawrence, Ollie Pope, and Sam Cook earning recalls
Who are the Afghan women’s football team? Afghan Women United is a FIFA-recognised team of exiled Afghan footballers formed after the Taliban banned women’s sport in 2021
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