'200 Seats Are Our Right’: Why Congress UP Demand Has SP Holding Back
A 200-seat demand, competing constituency claims and disagreements over candidate names are testing the allies before UP’s 2027 polls
THE LEAD
‘War Anywhere Is Threat To Peace Everywhere’: Jaishankar On Ukraine, West Asia Conflicts
S Jaishankar urges global cooperation to end the Ukraine and West Asia conflicts, condemns terrorism and warns of economic risks amid growing global instability
The Battle For Siang: Arunachal Pradesh's Mega Dam Dilemma
The proposed 11,200 MW Siang dam in Arunachal Pradesh has sparked protests over indigenous rights, displacement and environmental risks, even as authorities argue that the project could strengthen India's water and energy security amid China's upstream dam plans
Punjab Farm Fires Rise 2.3% From Last Year, Remain Nearly 66% Below 2024
Tarn Taran reported 270 farm fires, up from 175 during the corresponding period in 2025, though below the 331 recorded in 2024. Amritsar’s count stood at 144, compared with 135 last year and 455 in 2024. Gurdaspur recorded 37 incidents against 27 in 2025 and 51 in 2024.
Trump Claims France ‘Burning Down’ As It Opens Borders To ‘People Who Hate It’
Donald Trump has blamed France’s immigration policies for unrest in the country, dismissing education-related grievances, although available reporting does not establish immigration as the cause of the protests
A Bomb Threat For A Day Off? Delhi Police Apprehend School Student
The student allegedly wanted the private school to close on Friday so the break would extend through Monday, a public holiday for Valmiki Jayanti, police said
Exclusive | Zeeshan Ayyub On Chauhaan Controversy: ‘I Will Not Support Something That I Don't Agree With’
By Garima Das
Zeeshan Ayyub denies ties to the Chauhaan controversy and reaffirms his refusal to do propaganda content. He also speaks on personal principles and celeb neutrality on national issues
US Midterms 2026 Explained: How Voting Works And Who Controls Congress
Americans will vote on November 3 to elect all 435 members of the House of Representatives and roughly one-third of the Senate, with the results determining control of Congress and shaping President Donald Trump’s final two years in office.
PM Modi, Rajnath Singh to Attend ‘Wings Over Ganges’ Air Show in Varanasi Today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh are scheduled to attend the final day of the Indian Air Force’s ‘Wings over Ganges’ aerial display in Varanasi, with nearly 11,900 security personnel deployed ahead of the event
NEWS
Cricket
On Sunday, Mumbai Indians released a video on their social media platforms where Kieron Pollard reflected on his journey with the franchise throughout his career. He said that the journey gives him goosebumps and he looks forward to doing his job as head coach.
National
Singh predicted JD(U) would fall to 10–12 seats and attacked its leadership a day after his six-year expulsion.
International
Barack Obama criticises Donald Trump over Iran policy, rising prices and administration decisions as he campaigns for Democrats ahead of the November 3 US midterm elections
National
Union Minister Piyush Goyal praised the Indian diaspora in Berlin for what he described as its peaceful conduct, contrasting it with unrest and vandalism reported during protests in parts of Europe
National
The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the makers of Doosra to Sourav Ganguly’s plea alleging unauthorised use of his identity and cricketing legacy, and has asked for a screening of the film before considering interim relief
National
Mumbai Police have arrested a 22-year-old Haryana engineering student in connection with the firing at Tiger Shroff’s car in Juhu, taking the total number of arrests to 11, while investigators have recovered two pistols and 10 live cartridges in Surat
Other Sports
11-year-old Indian-origin British chess prodigy Bodhana Sivanandan became the youngest female International Master, breaking Judit Polgar’s 38-year-old record. She secured her third IM norm at the European Club Cup in Montenegro
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.
One Tukaram is Not Enough - 12 October 2026 Issue
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SubscribeYour food may not be safe. The system knows it. Yet the food chain keeps moving. From five-star kitchens to roadside dhabas, food passes through a chain where contamination, adulteration and poor hygiene can enter at every stage, with consequences ranging from diarrhoea and jaundice to typhoid and hepatitis. Into this maze has stepped Tukaram Mundhe. Since taking charge as Maharashtra’s Food and Drug Administration commissioner in May, Mundhe has overseen more than 12,000 inspections and raids, cancelled or suspended around 600 licences and sealed more than 300 eateries. But raids cannot fix a broken system. India has the laws, standards and regulators. Yet violations persist, enforcement remains uneven and corruption finds its way through the gaps. Mundhe can keep cracking the whip. But can one man change the system? In this issue, Outlook examines India’s food-safety maze, where it fails and why one Tukaram is not enough.
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SPORTS
Kieron Pollard Withdraws From Joburg Super Kings’ 2027 SA20 Season! Star West Indian Cites Reason For Pull Out
Kieron Pollard has withdrawn from Joburg Super Kings’ 2027 SA20 campaign only hours after being named head coach of Mumbai Indians in the IPL
Harmanpreet Kaur said she has accepted life beyond captaincy and wants to keep enjoying her batting after India beat Zimbabwe by 121 runs in the second ODI in Zimbabwe on Sunday and sealed the series. Her eighth ODI hundred, alongside Pratika Rawal’s 61, helped India recover from 19 for 2 to 328.
Barcelona host Real Madrid at Camp Nou on Sunday needing a win to make La Liga history with a 10th straight league victory and a nine-point lead
Powered by historic centuries from Harmanpreet Kaur and Deepti Sharma, India posted a formidable 328/6 before their spin attack relentlessly dismantled Zimbabwe's run chase. The clinical 121-run victory at Kotambi Stadium seals a dominant 2–0 series lead for the hosts with one match to play
The Mumbai Indians are closing in on an assistant coach as part of a major coaching overhaul ahead of IPL 2027.
BUSINESS
India’s Brightest Minds are Leaving to Make America Great Again—Can Govt STEM the Exodus?
By Parth Singh
India’s Brightest Minds are Leaving to Make America Great Again—Can Govt STEM the Exodus?
MONEY
Weekend QA: Taxation Of Cumulative Bond Interest On Maturity, And Post-Demise SCSS Tax Deductions
By Balwant Jain
Weekend QA: Taxation Of Cumulative Bond Interest On Maturity, And Post-Demise SCSS Tax Deductions
LATEST
Five Investment Traps To Avoid This Festive Season
By Sanjeev Sinha
TDS Filing Dates: October 31 Deadline Nears, Certificates Due In November
By Priyanka Debnath
TRAVELLER
I Went To Zornitsa In Bulgaria To Find Myself. Mostly, I Found Cheese
By Neeta Lal
I Went To Zornitsa In Bulgaria To Find Myself. Mostly, I Found Cheese
5 Luxury Staycation Resorts In Himachal Pradesh For Your Diwali Break
5 Luxury Staycation Resorts In Himachal Pradesh For Your Diwali Break
Cold Feet, Big Feelings: A Journey To The North Pole
Cold Feet, Big Feelings: A Journey To The North Pole
The History Of Butler Service And 5 Indian Hotels Where Personalised Service Takes Centre Stage
The History Of Butler Service And 5 Indian Hotels Where Personalised Service Takes Centre Stage
Vivanta Indore, Amaltas: IHCL Opens A 202-Key Hotel With A Spa, Pool, And Expansive Lawns
Vivanta Indore, Amaltas: IHCL Opens A 202-Key Hotel With A Spa, Pool, And Expansive Lawns
LUXE
6 Hotel Lobbies Where the Welcome Is The Destination
By Aaron Jacob
Moroccan artistry, indoor forests, towering atriums and Belle Époque glamour turn arrival into the most memorable part of the stay at six of the world’s most spectacular luxury hotels
Black Watches For Men and Women: 5 Timepieces That Embody Dark Luxury
By Aaron Jacob
Deep black dials, shadowy cases and a quiet sense of menace define the timepieces for anyone who prefers their luxury a little darker
Why Cartier’s Parent Company Is Looking To De Beers
By Sonali Mukherjee
Richemont, the luxury group behind Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels, is reportedly exploring a stake in De Beers. As the natural diamond industry faces growing competition from lab-grown alternatives and shifting consumer demand, the potential deal raises questions about the future of luxury jewellery and the positioning of natural diamonds
Priyanka Chopra’s Red Carpet Look Balances Satin, Gold Embroidery And Diamonds
By Sonali Mukherjee
Priyanka Chopra Jonas made a statement in a champagne Vivienne Westwood Couture gown featuring sculptural draping, delicate gold embroidery and diamond jewellery. Donning the off-shoulder neckline along with carefully chosen accessories, here’s how the actor balanced satin, craftsmanship and sparkle for a red-carpet appearance