A judge directed Meta to pay an additional $567 million to fund child mental health programmes and mandated sweeping changes to Facebook and Instagram's safety features for young user
A white paper by the Transform Rural India (TRI) warns that India's ageing population is exposing the limits of its family-based care system
The Supreme Court bench of Justices JB Pardiwala and K Vinod Chandran dismissed BJP leader Ajay K Agrawal's appeal, ending the decades-long Bofors pay-off case litigation.
An analysis of how states vary in providing eggs under the PM POSHAN scheme despite common nutrition standards
A procedural confrontation between Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has drawn attention to Rule 240 of the Rajya Sabha Rules, highlighting how parliamentary procedure has become an increasingly important battleground between the government and the Opposition
The Tarun Tejpal verdict marks a significant moment in India’s post-Nirbhaya legal framework, examining consent, survivor testimony and the expanded definition of rape introduced after 2013 reforms
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.
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
From digital campaigns to street protests, opposition to caste-based reservation is gaining visibility, though the movement remains fragmented
International
Four people, including teachers and students, were killed after a teenage student opened fire at Debsirin Nonthaburi School in Thailand's Bang Kruai district.
International
US President Donald Trump signed two executive orders to ban birthright tourism and restrict citizenship, challenging a recent US Supreme Court ruling.
National
A New Mexico court has ordered Meta to pay a $567 million penalty and overhaul safety features on Facebook and Instagram to protect children's mental health.
National
The UP education department suspended headmistress Kalpana Verma and terminated cook Aneeta in Sitapur after a viral video showed substandard mid-day meals.
Football
By Deepak Joshi
Yan Diomande's record-breaking move to Real Madrid has made him Africa's most expensive footballer. Here's a look at the top 10 costliest African transfers in football history
National
The central government has filed an affidavit in the Supreme Court opposing the 'creamy layer' exclusion for SC and ST quotas, stating that only Parliament has the authority to alter reservation lists.
National
While addressing students, RSS chief Mohan 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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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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IND vs SL XI Live Score, Day 1 Warm-Up Test Match: Catch the live score and play-by-play updates from the opening day of the three-day practice match between Shubman Gill’s India and Sonal Dinusha’s Sri Lanka XI at the Nondescripts Cricket Club Ground in Colombo on Friday, August 7
SC Villa captain David Owori, 27, died after a suspected robbery attack in Kampala. The Uganda international was remembered as a leader who helped the club win the 2024 Uganda Premier League title
Real Madrid have extended Vinicius Junior’s contract until June 2032. The Brazilian winger has scored 128 goals in 375 matches and won 14 trophies, including three La Liga and two Champions League titles. The extension comes ahead of Jose Mourinho’s return as Madrid coach for the 2026–27 season
India's tour of Sri Lanka 2026: With Shubman Gill sidelined by a sudden finger injury, KL Rahul takes charge in the three-day warm-up match
AIFF has confirmed India will field separate squads for the Brazil friendly and FIFA ASEAN Cup after both events clashed during the same FIFA international window in late September
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Why Trump's Tech Ties Are Under Fire After Rogue AI Attacks
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By Outlook Business Desk
India’s 31,000-Ton Gold Hoard Faces A Financialisation Challenge - WGC Has A Plan For Unlocking A ‘Gold-en’ Opportunity
Inside Jharipani Castle: The Heritage Home That Became Netflix's Musafir Cafe
How The sā Ladakh Biennale Is Reimagining The Art Biennale In The Himalayas
6 Luxury Staycations Near Delhi For The Independence Day Weekend
A New Museum In Delhi Explores 200 Years Of Indian Craft And Everyday Life
India's Tiger Conservation Faces A New Threat: Vanishing Prey
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
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
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 […]
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 […]
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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
