Parliament Productivity At 19% In Lok Sabha, 39% In Rajya Sabha: What It Means For Indian Democracy
The 2026 Monsoon Session saw repeated disruptions over police action against students during protests over paper leaks on July 20
THE LEAD
Locked Delhi Office, Unpaid Rent: What We Know About JSSC Paper Leak Accused
The Delhi office rented by Jharkhand paper leak accused Arun Kumar was found locked, with the property owner claiming he had not paid rent for about a year
Three Digital Universities In Punjab: What The New Bills Mean For Students & Higher Education
Punjab has cleared Bills for three private digital universities, aiming to expand online higher education while raising questions over UGC compliance, quality, regulation and access for students
Across 21 Villages In Himachal's Kangra, Child Marriage Retreats But Refuses To Disappear
A door-to-door survey of 402 women across 21 Kangra villages examines how marriage age has shifted across generations
Air India AI 2379: Pilot Admits Sleeping 30-35 Minutes During Flight, AAIB Probes Cannabis Test
Flight AI 2379, carrying 145 passengers from Phuket to Delhi, encountered severe turbulence on August 4, injuring 20 passengers and four cabin crew members
Karnataka Bandh: Schools, Banks, Hospitals Remain Open As State Protests Cauvery Water Order
Karnataka Bandh: Cauvery row triggers Karnataka bandh, protests expected as essential services continue.
Lebanon Abolishes Death Penalty: Where Does Capital Punishment Still Exist?
Lebanon's Parliament has approved a law abolishing capital punishment for all crimes, leaving 54 countries that retained the death penalty.
Why Cauvery Water Dispute Is Back In Karnataka's Political Spotlight
The CWRC's water release directive, Karnataka's rainfall concerns, Tamil Nadu's objections and the renewed Mekedatu debate have brought the long-running Cauvery dispute back into focus
Iran-US War: IRGC General Naqdi Warns Conflict Could Last Until Trump Exits in 2029
IRGC General Mohammad Reza Naqdi warned that Iran could prolong its conflict with the US until Donald Trump's presidency ends in 2029 to build deterrence.
NEWS
National
The former Panihati MLA faces allegations of destroying evidence and criminal conspiracy over the cremation of the RG Kar doctor’s body.
National
MoRTH has directed ride-hailing aggregators to remove pre-ride tipping prompts, allowing voluntary tips only after a journey is completed
International
A Pentagon review found that US military strikes targeting Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen in 2025 killed 153 civilians and injured 243 others.
National
Ruling NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed near Parliament's Makar Dwar over Jharkhand student protests and alleged Ram temple donation thefts, intensifying the political standoff.
National
Students and job aspirants continued their protest in Ranchi over alleged paper leaks and irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment examinations. The demonstrators are demanding transparency, accountability and action from the state government. This photo gallery captures the ongoing agitation, protest marches, placards, slogans and the security arrangements surrounding the demonstrations
International
Rabat said it was taking preventive measures against possible irregular migration attempts after calls circulated online for a new mass crossing on August 15.
National
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has begun sending personalised birthday letters to 18-year-olds to encourage voter registration and greater participation among first-time voters
MAGAZINE
Whose Idea of India? - 31 August 2026 Issue
▪
SubscribeIs India an ancient civilisation or a modern nation-state? Does it share a collective history, or has a collective identity been imposed upon a country of many histories, faiths and cultures? Does India need a Uniform Civil Code, or is its pursuit an ideological project? These are not merely arguments about India’s past. They are choices about its future. India has been shaped by competing ideas—civilisation and constitutionalism, faith and secularism, individual liberty and collective identity, revolution and reform. At every turn, different choices have offered different destinations. In this Independence Day Special, Outlook brings together India’s leading thinkers, politicians, economists and bureaucrats to confront the fundamental questions before the republic: What is India? Who defines it? And what should it become? Many ideas made India. Many paths lie ahead. The choice belongs to its people.
SubscribeIn The Magazine
Parliament on Street - 17 August 2026 Issue
▪
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.
The AI Divide - 03 August 2026 Issue
▪
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.
Magazines will be delivered at your doorstep through Magazine Post SUBSCRIBE NOW
SPORTS
FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Schedule: Men’s And Women’s Full Fixtures, Pools And Preview
The FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 will take place from August 15 to 30, with Belgium and the Netherlands jointly hosting the men’s and women’s tournaments across Wavre and Amstelveen. Here’s the full schedule, fixtures, pools, and tournament preview
Hasan Mahmud returned career-best figures of 6/55 as Bangladesh bowled out Australia for 198 in the first innings
Hikaru Nakamura believes D Gukesh can regain his form by shutting out pressure ahead of his title defence against Javokhir Sindarov, whom he considers the favourite. He also revealed that the 2028 Chess Olympiad could be his last classical tournament
Mitchell Starc became the highest wicket-taker among left-arm bowlers in Test cricket history
Despite the renewed tension, Harbhajan now seems keen to mend fences
BUSINESS
Tata Group Added ₹16.7 Lakh Cr In Value Under Chandrasekaran; Titan Tops Wealth Creation
By Outlook Business Desk
Tata Group Added ₹16.7 Lakh Cr In Value Under Chandrasekaran; Titan Tops Wealth Creation
After Chandra Exit, What Happens To Tata’s $120 Bn Investment Plan?
By Outlook Business Desk
Paytm CEO, CFO In SEBI Crosshairs Over Timing Of 2023 Loan Announcement
By Outlook Business Desk
Why Chandrasekaran Had to Buckle Under Noel Tata's Pressure
By Vikash Tripathi
MONEY
From Price Takers To Price Makers: Sebi Chief Outlines Measures to Transform India’s Commodity Market
By Ayush Khar
From Price Takers To Price Makers: Sebi Chief Outlines Measures to Transform India’s Commodity Market
TRAVELLER
Long Before 1857, These Indigenous Communities Were Fighting British Rule
By Rooplekha Das
Long Before 1857, These Indigenous Communities Were Fighting British Rule
Dubai Airport To Host Community Walk For Travellers On August 14
Dubai Airport To Host Community Walk For Travellers On August 14
Inside Sudan’s Nubian Pyramids: Exploring The Ancient Cities Of Meroë, Nuri And El-Kurru
Inside Sudan’s Nubian Pyramids: Exploring The Ancient Cities Of Meroë, Nuri And El-Kurru
Where Was ‘My Life With The Walter Boys’ Filmed? Explore The Real-Life Locations
Where Was ‘My Life With The Walter Boys’ Filmed? Explore The Real-Life Locations
Delhi Unveils Four Tourism Circuits To Showcase Its Spiritual And Heritage Side
Delhi Unveils Four Tourism Circuits To Showcase Its Spiritual And Heritage Side
LUXE
How Food, Coffee and Zero-Proof Drinks Are Shaping the Modern Café
By Sonali Mukherjee
Explore how food, coffee and zero-proof drinks are shaping modern café culture, with MIRA’S After Hours offering a thoughtful take on non-alcoholic beverages
Sara Tendulkar’s Latest Look Is a Lesson in Contrast Dressing
By Sonali Mukherjee
Sara Tendulkar’s red and black outfit shows how contrast dressing can create a polished, modern celebrity fashion look
Why Trust Is The New Luxury In Beauty
By Sonali Mukherjee
Beauty consumers in 2026 are prioritising transparency, ingredients, credible reviews and proven results, making trust the new luxury in beauty
Why Botanical Motifs Continue to Bloom Across Luxury Fashion
By Sonali Mukherjee
Botanical motifs are dominating luxury fashion in 2026, appearing across Indian couture, red carpets and designer collections through prints, embroidery and craft