A new NCAER study says prohibition has failed to curb crimes against women and is costing Bihar significant revenue. But rolling it back could upset Nitish Kumar and create a political headache for the NDA.
Devendra Nath Mahto's hunger strike, electoral background and Assembly march have pushed Jharkhand's recruitment protests beyond exam irregularities and into a wider political confrontation
Retired Armed Forces officers have urged PM Modi to reconsider the proposed closure, arguing that the Delhi Gymkhana Club remains an important social institution for veterans and retired public servants
The "Diamond Harbour Model" refers to the system of constituency-level development and public outreach associated with Banerjee, the TMC's national general secretary and Diamond Harbour MP
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has opened up about freezing her eggs as a personal reproductive-health choice while keeping the possibility of a 2028 US presidential or Senate run open
Entrepreneur Manav Sardana has bought a Rs 271-crore penthouse at DLF The Dahlias in Gurugram, drawing attention to his business background and India's growing ultra-luxury housing market
JLKM leader Devendra Nath Mahto has been hospitalised in Ranchi following a protest march over JPSC and JSSC recruitment irregularities. Opposition leader Babulal Marandi backed the students' demand for a CBI probe.
The veteran Revolutionary Guards commander and hardliner has been appointed to a key security post amid Iran’s confrontation with the US.
US President Donald Trump was secretly moved to a smaller C-32A aircraft during his Turkey visit amid a reported Iranian assassination threat, while the larger Boeing 747 was reportedly used as a decoy
National
Extreme noise pollution stems from temporary shelters erected across the cities which blare out loud music troubling local residents in the vicinity
National
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker JCD Prabhakar faces intense criticism from the BJP and activists after addressing an anti-abortion rally in Chennai, prompting Health Minister KG Arunraj to clarify the state's legal stance.
Elections
Akali Dal (Waris Punjab De) has named Satwant Singh, son of Kehar Singh, as its first candidate for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections from Bassi Pathana
National
RTI responses obtained by TMC MP Saket Gokhale confirm at least 10 protesters suffered pellet injuries during the July 20 Parliament march in Delhi.
International
Dubai's ruler and UAE Prime Minister Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum was confronted in London over Sudan, reviving scrutiny of allegations that Abu Dhabi has supported the Rapid Support Forces despite its repeated denials
National
Air India's Phuket-Delhi flight lost around 300 feet during cruise amid reported technical glitches and triple hydraulic failures, with Airbus and France's BEA joining the AAIB probe
Art & Entertainment
The actor is closely associated with Dharmendra House, situated in the Juhu neighbourhood.
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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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Ajinkya Rahane revealed that Sachin Tendulkar was the first to call after his retirement, while Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah also reached out. Rahane said he retired without regrets and reflected on his bond with Kohli and Cheteshwar Pujara
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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 […]
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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 […]
