VD Satheesan Named Kerala CM After 10-Day Suspense
The Congress announced his name after a meeting at Indira Bhavan, the headquarters of the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) in Thiruvananthapuram
THE LEAD
Mamata Banerjee Appears Before Calcutta High Court In Bengal Post-Poll Violence Case
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally appeared before the Calcutta High Court during proceedings related to alleged post-poll violence in the State.
Xi Warns US Over Taiwan As Trump Calls Chinese President A 'Great Leader' At High-Stakes Beijing Summit
Trump is expected to raise the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the Iran war and fragile ceasefire, while China reiterated its opposition to US arms deals with Taiwan.
Virat Kohli Back At His Best, Says ‘Pressure Is Privilege’ – An IPL Stats Breakdown For The Chasemaster
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 105 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, breaking a host of records and milestones along the way
India Bans Sugar Exports Till September: What It Means for Prices, FMCG and Consumers
The government has banned sugar exports till September 30 to stabilise domestic prices, protect supply, and prevent input cost pressures for industries amid fragile production growth and ethanol diversion concerns
Middle East Conflict May Force India to Raise Fuel Prices: RBI Governor
India is highly dependent on imports to meet its energy supply, Malhotra said, adding that prolonged disruptions are beginning to impact India
Beyond Regionalism: How BJP’s West Bengal Victory Signals the Decline of Dominant Regional Parties in India
At the systemic level, the BJP is not just defeating regional parties; it is redefining their space and narrowing their horizons unless they adapt structurally and culturally
Kerala’s Political Shift: BJP’s First Assembly Wins and the Limits of Hindutva in South India
The recent election results in Kerala suggest that a crack may be emerging in the state’s long-standing political pattern
Paradigm Shift in Indian Politics: BJP’s Rise, Regional Parties’ Decline and the Future of Federal Democracy
The drift towards national parties, with the Congress as the distant competitor of the Bharatiya Janata Party, is quite evident today
How BJP Toppled Mamata Banerjee and Regional Parties in Eastern India: Inside the Fall of TMC and the End of an Era
The march of the saffron party has been relentless in the East. It has moved through the cracks left behind by ageing regional satraps, turning every faultline into a foothold
Caste, Community and Institutional Edge: How the BJP Consolidated the Hindi Belt
By Mohammad Ali
Regional strongholds are turning into besieged fortresses, facing the relentless advance of the BJP with the ambition and machinery to occupy the national centre almost alone
The Street Fighter: Suvendu Adhikari’s Rise from Nandigram Strongman to West Bengal Chief Minister
From the streets of Kanthi to Writers’ Building, Adhikari’s trajectory, in all of its hail and haze, is one of political progression—of organisational pedigree, ground-level mobilisation, confrontational prominence and ultimately, feted recognition.
Maverick Vijay: How Tamil Cinema’s ‘Thalapathy’ Shattered Dravidian Dominance and Captured Tamil Nadu’s Youth Vote
From child actor to Gen Z political hero, Joseph Vijay’s rise charts a new chapter in Tamil Nadu politics as he turns anti-establishment screen roles, grassroots activism, and massive youth fandom into a winning movement that reshapes the state’s electoral landscape.
Declawing The Tiger: How BJP Dismantled Shiv Sena’s Dominance in Maharashtra Politics
By Jinit Parmar
The Bharatiya Janata Party didn’t just defeat the Shiv Sena; they dismantled it from within
From NEET To Vyapam: Why India’s Biggest Exams Keep Getting Cancelled
With NEET UG 2026 cancellation impacting over 23 lakh students, the latest controversy has revived concerns over how repeatedly paper leaks have derailed India’s biggest entrance and recruitment exams.
Will PM Modi’s Appeal and Duty Hike Trigger a Gold Rush or Gold Pause?
In FY12 and FY13, gold imports surged past $50bn annually, with quantities exceeding 1,000 tonnes and the CAD peaked at around 6.8% of GDP in December 2012, the rupee fell by roughly 20% between January and September 2013, and then finance minister P. Chidambaram made a similar verbal appeal to households to slow down purchases
Mamata Banerjee Appears Before Calcutta High Court In Bengal Post-Poll Violence Case
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee personally appeared before the Calcutta High Court during proceedings related to alleged post-poll violence in the State.
Xi Warns US Over Taiwan As Trump Calls Chinese President A 'Great Leader' At High-Stakes Beijing Summit
Trump is expected to raise the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following the Iran war and fragile ceasefire, while China reiterated its opposition to US arms deals with Taiwan.
Virat Kohli Back At His Best, Says ‘Pressure Is Privilege’ – An IPL Stats Breakdown For The Chasemaster
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 105 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, breaking a host of records and milestones along the way
India Bans Sugar Exports Till September: What It Means for Prices, FMCG and Consumers
The government has banned sugar exports till September 30 to stabilise domestic prices, protect supply, and prevent input cost pressures for industries amid fragile production growth and ethanol diversion concerns
NEWS
Indo-Pak Contact Crucial In Ensuring Regional Stability: Former Army Chief
Former Army Chief General (retd) Manoj Naravane has supported RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale's stand for fostering dialogue and people-to-people connections with neighbouring Pakistan, saying that such engagements are "important".
Trump-Xi Summit Puts Focus Back On Marco Rubio’s China Stance
Trump’s Beijing summit with Xi Jinping has renewed attention on Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s tough position on China, Taiwan, trade and US strategic competition with Beijing.
ED Raids 14 Locations In Online Gaming-Linked Case
Federal investigators expanded their reach across the country this Thursday, descending upon 14 specific locations in Delhi, Gujarat, Indore, and Srinagar to search offices and residences tied to the ongoing probe.
Vijay Renews Call To Scrap NEET After Fresh Exam Leak Controversy
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay urged the Centre to abolish NEET-based medical admissions and allow states to admit students using Class 12 marks after renewed concerns over paper leaks.
FIFA World Cup 2026: United States Waives Visa Bonds For Foreign Ticket Holders
Foreign fans from five qualified nations with FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will be exempt from paying visa bonds of up to USD 15,000, easing travel to the United States
Xi To Trump After High-Stakes Meeting: China And US Should Be ‘Partners, Not Rivals’
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held crucial talks in Beijing on Thursday as both leaders sought to stabilise ties amid trade tensions, the Iran conflict and growing geopolitical uncertainty.
Indo-Portuguese Cooperation: Extradition Of Wanted Narco-Fugitive Iqbal Singh
India has thanked the Portuguese government and its agencies for their support and cooperation in the extradition of wanted narco-radical Iqbal Singh alias Shera from Portugal.
MAGAZINE
Bulldozed - 25 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeCan India maintain democratic diversity while voters increasingly reward strong, centralised governance—or is the country moving toward a model where development becomes the justification for political concentration?
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Khela Hobe? - 11 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeThe West Bengal Assembly election has once again turned into the country’s most closely watched political battleground. Outlook's May 11th cover—Khela Hobe?—suggests, the contest is not just electoral but symbolic, with Mamata Banerjee guarding her political turf against an aggressive Bharatiya Janata Party . On the ground, however, as Satish Padmanabhan’s reportage from Murshidabad, Siliguri and Kolkata reveals, the election is shaped by far more than campaign rhetoric. Snigdhendu Bhattacharya on the other hand decodes the statistics at play in the Bengal elections. Running parallel to this electoral churn is a deeper national debate on representation, captured in our package on women in politics. The long journey of the Women’s Reservation law. In her column, Dr. Thamizhachi Thangapandian argues that while women have become central to electoral mobilisation, their empowerment must move beyond symbolism. The tension between visibility and power, runs through our profiles of women leaders across the country. Right from Nemcha Kipgen in Manipur, Mehbooba Mufti’s in Jammu and Kashmir, K.K. Shailaja in Kerala, Kanimozhi in Tamil Nadu , Atishi in Delhi and Deepika Pandey Singh in Bihar- who continue working in uneven political terrains. Zenaira Bakhsh examines the controversy around Prime Minister's televised address during elections, raising concerns about the use of state media and the erosion of a level playing field while NK Bhoopesh writes about the election theatrics in Tamil Nadu. Beyond elections, this issue turns to conflicts that continue to shape lives. Mrinalini Dhyani’s report on Manipur captures the persistence of violence nearly three years after the initial outbreak. Seema Guha tracks the uncertain nature of Iran–US engagement while Manoj Kumar Jha reflects on how moments of global tension are increasingly reduced to spectacles. Gurjit Singh analyzes the Gulf situation where conflict dynamics have redrawn strategic landscapes. Get all this and more in this power packed issue of Outlook.
Dravida Banga Ltd. - 01 May 2026 Issue
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SubscribeJust as the US-Iran ceasefire appears to be holding, electoral battles in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal are heating up. The Union government has suffered an unexpected setback: its bid to pass a constitutional amendment linking women’s reservation and a fresh delimitation exercise, has been defeated. This round belongs to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin, one of the fiercest critics of the Delimitation Bill . In West Bengal, the exclusion of over 90 lakh voters has emerged as the defining poll issue. Can these two states resist the saffron surge this election season? In a special interview with Outlook, Stalin calls the delimitation a conspiracy to silence the southern states. Snigdhendu Bhattacharya reports an elaborate mechanism aimed at reshaping Bengal’s electorate in favour of the BJP, as part of its all-out battle against the Trinamool Congress. Campaigning in Tamil Nadu is revolving around delimitation and federalism, while on the ground the TVK factor is generating excitement, reports NK Bhoopesh from the ground. Ilyas Mohammad in his column profiles the actor -politician, Vijay and asks whether Thalapathy can become Thala. With Nitish Kumar's exit an era has ended. Asghar Khan and Mrityunjay Sharma trace the trajectory of Nitish's political career and what the future holds for Bihar. Seema Guha taken an overview of the latest developments in the US -Israel war on Iran while K.P Fabian looks at the new geopolitical equations and the social and economic impact of the war. Bhaskar Roy interviews Booker Prize winner David Szalay on his work while Shikha Jhingan turns the spotlight on Asha Bhosle, whose unforgettable voice became the soundtrack of generations of Bollywood films. Read all this and more in the latest issue of Outlook.
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SPORTS
Virat Kohli Back At His Best, Says ‘Pressure Is Privilege’ – An IPL Stats Breakdown For The Chasemaster
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 105 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Kolkata Knight Riders, breaking a host of records and milestones along the way
IPL Dispatch: Virat Kohli’s Stunning Century Sends RCB To Top; PBKS Seek Turnaround After Four Straight Losses
Virat Kohli’s unbeaten century powered RCB past KKR, while IPL playoff scenarios, Jamie Overton’s injury, England squad changes and CPL updates dominated headlines
IPL 2026 Points Table: Royal Challengers Bengaluru Move To Top Spot As Playoff Race Heats Up After Match 57
Royal Challengers Bengaluru moved to the top of the IPL 2026 points table after their six-wicket victory over KKR, surpassing Gujarat Titans on Net Run Rate with 16 points
Hardik Pandya Injury Update: MI Captain Remains Doubtful For IPL 2026 Clash Against PBKS In Dharamsala
Hardik Pandya is a major doubt for Mumbai Indians' clash against Punjab Kings after failing to travel to Dharamsala, as he remains in Mumbai to nurse persistent back spasms
Lazio 0-2 Inter, Coppa Italia 2025-26 Final: Nerazzuri Bag Domestic Double With Comfortable Victory
Inter Milan secured their first domestic double in 16 years after defeating Lazio 2-0 in the Italian Cup final, adding to the Serie A title they clinched earlier this month
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BUSINESS
Xi-Trump Summit: Why China Could Be Key To Ending The Iran War
By Gowri Lakshmi
Xi-Trump Summit: Why China Could Be Key To Ending The Iran War
Will PM Modi’s Appeal and Duty Hike Trigger a Gold Rush or Gold Pause?
By Devabrata Dutta
India Bans Sugar Exports Till September: What It Means for Prices, FMCG, and Consumers
By Outlook Business Desk
Sensex Up, IT Down: 5 Reasons Why Markets Are Trading Higher
By Outlook Business Desk
Why the Weak Rupee Is Having Selective Mercy on Exporters
By Sankar Chakraborti
Why Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Joined Trump's High-stakes China Visit
By Outlook Business Desk
Tata Trusts Under Fire Over ‘Nil Value’ Tata Sons Shares; Top Trustees Named
By Outlook Business Desk
Tech, Trade and Tariffs: Inside the High-Stakes Xi-Trump Meeting
By Gowri Lakshmi
US Court Pause Means Trump’s 10% Tariffs Remain in Force—for Now
By Outlook Business Desk
Gold, Silver ETFs Surge Up To 6% After Govt Raises Import Duty
By Outlook Business Desk
MONEY
Monthly Income Or Lump Sum: Which Life Insurance Settlement Works Better for Families
By Meghna Maiti
Monthly Income Or Lump Sum: Which Life Insurance Settlement Works Better for Families
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TRAVELLER
Why Sissu Is Himachal Pradesh’s Most Peaceful Mountain Escape
By Rooplekha Das
Why Sissu Is Himachal Pradesh’s Most Peaceful Mountain Escape
Awadh’s Historic Monuments Face A Growing Conservation Crisis: What The CAG Report Reveals
Awadh’s Historic Monuments Face A Growing Conservation Crisis: What The CAG Report Reveals
Flying With Children? Air India Introduces Cloud Chasers Family Travel Program
Flying With Children? Air India Introduces Cloud Chasers Family Travel Program
Bohemian Rhapsody, Family Edition: Exploring Lake Lipno In Czechia
Bohemian Rhapsody, Family Edition: Exploring Lake Lipno In Czechia
Rooted In The Wild: How Anand Shekhawat Created A Lodge That Belongs To Sariska
Rooted In The Wild: How Anand Shekhawat Created A Lodge That Belongs To Sariska
LUXE
Inside Astoria Living’s First Store In Delhi-NCR Where Everyday Living Becomes Art
By Priyamvada Rana
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
Pitbull ‘I’m Back’ India Tour: Check Out Dates, Venues, Tickets
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
How Scandinavian Design Transformed Modern Architecture: Key Influences and Iconic Structures
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 […]
Shaam-e-Ghazal: Sabhyata Foundation And Serendipity Arts’ Ode To Heritage, Music, And Memory
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 […]
What is Luminous Coating in Luxury Watches? How Glow-in-the-Dark Technology Enhances Timekeeping
By Aaron Jacob
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