The five major NCR cities around Delhi have 25 stations listed in CPCB’s bulletin: eight in Ghaziabad, seven in Noida, four in Gurugram, and three each in Faridabad and Greater Noida
Delhi’s overall AQI was 389 at 8 am on Friday, placing it in the “very poor” category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board
India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI predicted XI: Check India's likely playing XI, Mohammed Siraj's potential return, key selection changes and match details ahead of Wellington
Temperature inversion, weak winds and multiple sources of emissions worsen Delhi's winter air pollution. Here's how weather conditions, geography and pollutants combine to create the annual smog crisis
India has relaxed passport requirements for some Pakistani citizens, minority refugees, Sri Lankan Tamils and Tibetans. Here's who qualifies under the new rules
Virat Kohli sings Fire Brigade Mangwa De Tu for journalist Vimal Kumar on his 38th birthday. Watch the hilarious viral moment from India's New Zealand tour
New Zealand votes on November 7 under a two-vote MMP system in which National, Labour and smaller parties all shape who forms the next government, and Indian-origin voters and candidates are part of the contest
Former IPL batter Chris Lynn served a one-month suspension after testing positive for a cocaine metabolite during the T20 Blast, with his ban reduced following rehabilitation
India fielding coach Subhadeep Ghosh said on Friday that New Zealand’s short boundaries and smaller grounds reduce reaction time for fielders, but veterans like Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma are better equipped to cope through years of repetition. Speaking ahead of the second ODI in New Zealand, he said India are focused on balance, ball judgement and refinement after their win in Auckland
National
The move comes as pollution levels continue to worsen across the national capital and neighbouring areas ahead of Diwali, when air quality typically comes under further strain
Cricket
Mohammed Shami announces Test retirement through an emotional Instagram post, ending his red-ball career with 229 wickets while continuing white-ball cricket
National
A Green cracker qualifies by meeting one of two emission benchmarks: it must release at least 30% less particulate matter than a conventional cracker of the same category, or cut particulate matter by at least 20% and gaseous pollutants by at least 10%.
Art & Entertainment
Amitabh Bachchan's Juhu bungalow Jalsa was among several Mumbai landmarks named in a bomb threat email, prompting security checks by police and bomb detection squads
Football
AIFF faces financial trouble as India reportedly remains liable for INR 19 crore to Brazil and INR 4.7 crore to Uruguay following October's international football friendlies
National
On November 5, Eternal founder and Blinkit chief Deepinder Goyal announced a Rs 2,500 fee for non-emergency ambulance transfers, while keeping emergency rides completely free
Cricket
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain Bihar in SMAT 2026. Check the complete squad, group details, tournament schedule and fixtures for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
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SubscribeEvery few years, the remote Himalayan ridge becomes a national headline. The script rarely changes—troops meet, officials explain, talks follow and attention moves on. A border issue both governments say they want settled remains unsettled. From Manmohan Singh to Modi, little has changed. Each time, the government has to huddle and act until the crisis temporarily fizzles out. Each crisis gives ammunition to the opposition camp to attack the government and question its foreign policy. China’s frequent military stand-offs have had a significant impact on India’s policymaking, pushing New Delhi to rethink its national security priorities, economic strategy, diplomacy and infrastructure development. China is no longer viewed merely as a neighbour with whom India has an unresolved boundary dispute, but as a long-term strategic challenge that influences decisions across several areas of governance. In a classic grey-zone fashion, Beijing is using these encounters to test India’s preparedness and gauge New Delhi’s response without a conventional war. China’s strategy is simple: advance strategic goals below the threshold of open conflict. India can no longer afford to be defensive, hesitant or overly cautious in dealing with China. It needs to be bold, assertive and strategically fearless in protecting its national interests. Beijing understands the language of power, not diplomatic niceties alone. India must be willing to impose economic and diplomatic costs whenever China violates its territorial integrity or undermines its interests. But being tough on China does not mean being reckless or rushing into conflict. It means building the economic muscle, military strength and political resolve to ensure that India is never bullied, never cornered and never forced to negotiate from a position of weakness. India must engage China when it serves Indian interests, confront it when necessary and never mistake restraint for weakness.
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SubscribeMillions of young Indians are stepping out of campus with degrees but no job offers. According to Niti Aayog, graduate unemployment stands at 13 per cent, higher than the national unemployment rate of 3.2 per cent. There is also the issue of mismatch between employment and degrees: only 8.25 per cent of graduates in India work in jobs that match their qualifications. Of the 3.4 crore students enrolled in undergraduate programmes, combined enrolment in B.A., B.Sc and B. Com exceeds two crore. However, degrees like these are not generating enough jobs. The problem is also systemic. Students have degrees, diplomas and certificates, but because of outdated curricula in many educational institutions, and higher and technical education failing to keep pace with changing industry requirements, they lack the required vocational skills and knowledge to keep pace with a demanding work culture. A large number of unemployable graduates in the country is likely to turn India’s demographic dividend into a liability.
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SubscribeOutlook magazine's latest cover story is a package based on a survey that we conducted with market-research platform Toluna. The Outlook-Toluna Survey on Women and Family throws up some surprising facts and demolishes a number of myths. Some of the interesting findings are: Urban women want greater policy focus on human development-health and education rather than cash transfers or tax benefits to be mothers. Women want to be mothers not because cultural or societal pressures but because they want to start their own families. Then we discuss why working women are postponing motherhood and what they expect from employers. These and more stories in the latest Outlook issue.
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Mohammed Shami announces Test retirement through an emotional Instagram post, ending his red-ball career with 229 wickets while continuing white-ball cricket
India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI predicted XI: Check India's likely playing XI, Mohammed Siraj's potential return, key selection changes and match details ahead of Wellington
Virat Kohli sings Fire Brigade Mangwa De Tu for journalist Vimal Kumar on his 38th birthday. Watch the hilarious viral moment from India's New Zealand tour
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will captain Bihar in SMAT 2026. Check the complete squad, group details, tournament schedule and fixtures for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Mohammad Amir explains why he called Abhishek Sharma a slogger, clarifying his Urdu remarks and addressing the controversy surrounding the Indian batter's aggressive batting approach
By Praveen Krishna
Why Sustainability Reporting Matters for Data Centres
US Political Shift May Improve Emerging Market Sentiment: What It Means For Indian Equities, Gold And Debt
By Manas Malhotra
By Sanjeev Sinha
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Ras Al Khaimah Strengthens India Focus With New Hotels And Expanding MICE Opportunities
Inside Kerala's Traditional Tharavadu: Heritage Homes That Preserve Ancestral Legacy
The Ballard: A New Stay That Brings You Closer To The Spirit Of Mumbai
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By Sonali Mukherjee
P&G scientist David Khoo explains the science of skin longevity, why retinol remains relevant and how everyday habits influence collagen health. He also shares practical skincare advice on managing festive indulgences, late nights and pollution during Diwali
By Aaron Jacob
Breguet reinterprets its single-hand Souscription in 950 platinum, pairing grand feu enamel, a 96-hour hand-wound movement and an 18th-century idea that still feels modern
By Sonali Mukherjee
Nayanthara's return as the goddess in Mookuthi Amman 2 brings traditional nose jewellery into focus. From the South Indian mookuthi to Maharashtra's nath, explore the cultural significance, regional variations and enduring appeal of nose rings in Indian jewellery traditions
