While speaking to Outlook, many students said their biology classes cover reproduction, but conversations on consent, relationships and safety remain largely absent
Protesting students led by Sanjay Mehta and Devendra Nath Mahto march to the Jharkhand Assembly in Ranchi after talks with Chief Minister Hemant Soren's government over JSSC-CGL exam irregularities failed.
The AAP government’s humanitarian appeal for Beant Singh assassination convict Jagtar Singh Hawara comes months after it opposed his parole, raising questions over the political calculus ahead of the 2027 Punjab polls.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina’s continued presence in India is testing New Delhi’s efforts to rebuild ties with Dhaka amid extradition demands, political tensions and unresolved bilateral disputes
As VB-G RAM G replaces MGNREGS, rural employment has fallen sharply, raising questions over funding, seasonal restrictions and whether the new scheme can provide work when vulnerable households need it most
Indian Ambassador to the US Vinay Mohan Kwatra has defended the proposed FCRA Bill, saying it neither bans foreign donations nor targets organisations based on religion
Rural employment under India's new VB-G RAM G scheme fell 49.94% to 7.67 crore person-days in July 2026, marking a five-year low amid monsoon deficits and sowing pauses.
The assurance came as students continued their protest over alleged exam irregularities, with the Jharkhand government proposing cancellation of three examinations as per sources, scrutiny of a private testing agency and wider reforms in recruitment processes
India ranks the second lowest in Yale and Columbia's Environmental Performance Index (EPI), while researchers say that the index focuses more on outcomes rather than policies
Emphasising the primacy of regional identity, the Chief Minister added that the mother tongue is "as pure as our mother" and giving it the first place was a matter of state rights
The strongest tropical cyclone to hit China this year made landfall in Zhejiang, bringing torrential rain, strong winds and warnings of floods and landslides.
Russia is exploring a potential railway route to the Indian Ocean through Central and South Asia as an alternative to maritime routes exposed to risks around the Bosphorus and Strait of Hormuz.
Highlighting the intensity of the protest, former CM of the state and BJP leader Babulal Marandi who had been leading a sit in outside incumbent CM Hemant Soren’s home was also detained by the police
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi held his first review meeting with NTA officials in New Delhi to discuss strengthening the exam ecosystem after the NEET-UG paper leak.
The US has deployed more than 20 warships to the Middle East to enforce its blockade against Iran, with CENTCOM saying 55 commercial vessels have been redirected as tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court ACJM Ashwini Panwar has acquitted former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Singh, ruling that the sexual harassment allegations were false and politically motivated.
The 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.
Artificial 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.
In 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
Supporters 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.
The 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
A leaked security dossier reveals that international agencies thwarted severe terror plots and high-stakes threats targeting Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, and match officials during the FIFA World Cup 2026
Borussia Dortmund held off a late Arsenal surge to secure a 3-2 victory and claim the Emirates Cup at the Emirates Stadium. Despite the regular-time loss, Arsenal bounced back to win the pre-arranged practice penalty shootout 5-4
Sarfaraz Khan makes a much-anticipated return to the Indian Test squad after a lengthy absence, following a dedicated period spent addressing fitness standards and sharpening his red-ball game
India's Ashmita Chaliha fought back from a game down to defeat fourth seed Han Qian Xi 14-21, 21-14, 21-14, capturing her maiden BWF World Tour title at the Korea Masters
India's remarkable journey in the men's hockey World Cup reveals a rich legacy filled with historic milestones, from securing the inaugural bronze medal in 1971 to lifting their famous championship trophy in 1975
Locarno Film Festival 2026 | Playing in Filmmakers of the Present competition, Mohanad Yaqubi’s archival documentary encompasses the trailblazing work of Lebanese filmmaker, Jocelyne Saab, while her camera scanned wars, uprisings and the origin of hope.
The exit has triggered a fresh row over transparency within the film body, with resigning members pushing for the Registrar to step in and oversee a fresh election process.
The Oscar-winning director has now marched past his previous box office record with 2012's The Dark Knight Rises. The Odyssey is poised to be a major awards season frontrunner.
Alan Ritchson will return as Jack Reacher in the new chapter, which adapts Lee Child’s Gone Tomorrow and arrives after the show’s renewal for a fifth season.
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
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
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 […]
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 […]
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