Congress Donations Plunge Nearly 75% To Rs 130.69 Crore In 2025-26, Sharpest Fall In A Decade
The latest figure also marks a sharp reversal after two years of stronger collections
THE LEAD
Seattle Diwali Event Disrupted By Far-Right Activist Jake Lang With Anti-Hindu Slogans
Far-right activist Jake Lang and other protesters attempted to disrupt a Diwali celebration in Seattle with anti-Hindu placards, drawing condemnation from Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and Indian-American organisations
India Vs Pakistan Live Score, U-19 Asia Cup: Abbas Dar And Zahoor Keeps Partnership Steady |PAK - 161/5
By Minal Tomar
IND Vs PAK U19 LIVE: Powered by a brilliant century from Arjun Rajput (107 off 85 balls), India U19 were bowled out for 208 in 46.3 overs as Pakistan's bowling attack, led by three-wicket hauls from Ali Raza, Rizwanullah, and Naqib Shafiq, triggered key collapses Follow live scores and play-by-play updates from the India vs Pakistan ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup 2026
Delhi Turns To Cloud Seeding Again To Fight Pollution, But Winter Weather Remains A Challenge
With last year's experiment failing to produce rainfall, the Delhi government is preparing another attempt to artificially induce rain and tackle worsening air quality.
Israel President Tasks Gadi Eisenkot With Forming Government; Netanyahu Falls Short Of Majority
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has tasked Gadi Eisenkot with forming the next government after 67 Knesset members recommended him for the mandate, compared with 46 who backed Benjamin Netanyahu
Why Is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Not Playing Against Pakistan In U-19 Asia Cup 2026?
Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi missing the India vs Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup clash? Know about the BCCI's one-World-Cup policy and his previous tournament appearance
Argentina Wants More Spies: Public Hiring Drive Draws 40,000 Applications In A Day
SIDE has put up recruitment posters across Buenos Aires and near several universities. Modelled on the familiar Uncle Sam recruitment image, the posters carry the line: “We are looking for the best
Beyond Special Trains: India’s Recurring Festive Season Overcrowding Problem
India is operating around 18,000 special trains during the 2026 festive season, against 12,000 last year, yet the scale of additional services and passenger facilities points to the continuing challenge of managing heavy seasonal demand across the railway network
Japan Earthquake: 5.7-Magnitude Tremor Hits Central Region, At Least 22 Injured
A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck central Japan on November 8, injuring at least 22 people, damaging buildings and prompting authorities to warn residents about possible further tremors
NEWS
National
The city is entering Diwali under dense smog, tighter anti-pollution curbs and fresh health worries as winter conditions and festival emissions add to the burden
Cricket
Arjun Rajput struck a superb hundred for India U-19 against Pakistan in the ACC U-19 Asia Cup on Sunday, November 8, at a time when the rest of the batting line-up struggled. The Jalandhar batter’s innings lifted India to 161/6 after 34 overs, with Aaryavir Sehwag next best on 22, as Rajput’s rise reflected years of family hardship and support
International
World leaders and diplomats, including UAE Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, extended Diwali greetings, while New York and Toronto formally recognised the Festival of Lights
Art & Entertainment
Diljit Dosanjh is scheduled to perform in Indore on November 15 as part of his Aura India Tour
Cricket
Arjun Rajput struck 107 off 85 balls to lift India past 200 against Pakistan, but the junior Men in Blue were bowled out for 208 and left Pakistan needing 209. Pakistan had struck early through Ali Raza, who dismissed captain Lakshya Raichandani for a duck, before India slipped to 86/5
National
Sonia Gandhi also spoke about the demolition of Babri Masjid in December 1992, the rise of the BJP and what she described as failings within the Congress
International
At least 33 people were killed and 39 injured in airstrikes near Yemen’s capital, Sanaa, according to Houthi authorities, who blamed Saudi Arabia and later claimed retaliatory attacks on Saudi targets
MAGAZINE
The Unequal Frontier - 23 November 2026 Issue
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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.
In The Magazine
A Piece of Paper - 09 November 2026 Issue
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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.
An Outlook-Toluna Survey: India's Fertility Crisis - 26 October 2026 Issue
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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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SPORTS
India Vs Pakistan Live Score, U-19 Asia Cup: Abbas Dar And Zahoor Keeps Partnership Steady |PAK - 161/5
IND Vs PAK U19 LIVE: Powered by a brilliant century from Arjun Rajput (107 off 85 balls), India U19 were bowled out for 208 in 46.3 overs as Pakistan's bowling attack, led by three-wicket hauls from Ali Raza, Rizwanullah, and Naqib Shafiq, triggered key collapses Follow live scores and play-by-play updates from the India vs Pakistan ACC Men's Under-19 Asia Cup 2026
Lionel Messi has shattered a Major League Soccer record in 2026, delivering an extraordinary goal-scoring spree that cements his legendary status with Inter Miami
Why is Vaibhav Sooryavanshi missing the India vs Pakistan U-19 Asia Cup clash? Know about the BCCI's one-World-Cup policy and his previous tournament appearance
India's Taniya wins silver in the women's 75kg beach wrestling event at the 2026 Youth Olympic Games, losing 1-2 in the final after four consecutive victories. The medal marks India's maiden beach wrestling podium finish at the Youth Olympics
India's former captain Sunil Gavaskar has defended Gautam Gambhir and Shubman Gill's decision to send Axar Patel at No. 5 against New Zealand on Saturday, November 7. Gavaskar feels that it is okay to experiment and that the reaction would have been very different if it had worked
BUSINESS
Why Sustainability Reporting Matters for Data Centres
By Praveen Krishna
Why Sustainability Reporting Matters for Data Centres
MONEY
Muhurat Trading 2026: Bulls Take A Diwali Break As Sensex, Nifty End Flat
By Outlook Money
Muhurat Trading 2026: Bulls Take A Diwali Break As Sensex, Nifty End Flat
TRAVELLER
From The Latest Issue: The Many Diwalis Of India
By Sadaf Hussain
From The Latest Issue: The Many Diwalis Of India
Planning A One-Day Trip To Ayodhya For Deepotsav? Here's Your Complete Travel Guide
Planning A One-Day Trip To Ayodhya For Deepotsav? Here's Your Complete Travel Guide
The Old Planter Bungalows That Have Found A New Life As Luxury Stays
The Old Planter Bungalows That Have Found A New Life As Luxury Stays
"Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend" And Six Real Places That Bring The Epic To Life
"Ramayana: Rise Of A Legend" And Six Real Places That Bring The Epic To Life
Chavni Lohagad: A Luxury Stay That Brings Maharashtra’s Maratha Heritage To Life
Chavni Lohagad: A Luxury Stay That Brings Maharashtra’s Maratha Heritage To Life
LUXE
A Coffee Lover’s Guide To Geneva, Cafés And Coffee Experiences Worth Discovering
By Sonali Mukherjee
Geneva has a thriving coffee scene shaped by independent roasters, skilled baristas and an appreciation for carefully sourced beans. Explore five addresses that offer distinctive brews, thoughtful preparation and relaxed settings, giving visitors another reason to spend time discovering the Swiss city after the GPHG 2026 celebrations
How Raw Mango Brings India’s Textile Heritage To Life In Apple’s Diwali Film
By Sonali Mukherjee
Raw Mango joins Apple for Step Into The Light, a Diwali film directed by Sanjay Garg. Featuring Mashru, Varanasi brocades and Chanderi, the film celebrates India's textile heritage through dance, architecture and contemporary visual storytelling
Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2026: The Complete List Of Winners
By Aaron Jacob
Fourteen categories, 19 prizes and 84 nominated watches converge on one unforgettable evening in Geneva, where the finest creations of the year are crowned and a single timepiece takes the coveted Aiguille d’Or
TAG Heuer Enters Tata CLiQ Luxury With An Exclusive Online Boutique
By Aaron Jacob
TAG Heuer’s Monaco, Carrera, Aquaracer and Formula 1 collections arrive on Tata CLiQ Luxury’s TimeVallée, bringing Swiss precision and motorsport spirit to collectors across India