Uddhav Targets BJP, Kicks Off ‘Ram Raksha’ Agitation Across Maharashtra
Shiv Sena (UBT) Chief Accuses BJP of Misusing Ram Temple Donations, Launches Statewide Protest from July 5
THE LEAD
Explained: Why Women's Legislative Reservation Remains Pending Despite Constitutional Approval
India's Women's Reservation Law is in force, but its implementation remains pending until the completion of the next census and delimitation exercise amid wider political debates
'One Nation, One Election' Bill Unlikely This Session, But 2029 Rollout Still Possible: JPC Chief P.P. Chaudhary
In an interview with Outlook, the BJP MP said the reform could still be implemented for the 2029 General Elections even if the legislation is passed by July 2028, while defending the proposal as being in the national interest
Ram Mandir Donation Row: VHP Wants Kejriwal, Priyanka Gandhi Questioned Over Public Allegations
In a letter dated July 4 to Ayodhya Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Ashutosh Tiwari, VHP International President Alok Kumar requested that the leaders be summoned to record their statements and provide evidence supporting their allegations
Outlook Explains | Why Is India Ranked 125th In The Global Passport Index 2026 — And What It Really Means
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Two major indices, two very different numbers — India ranks 126th on one and 80th on another. Understanding why reveals as much about how passport power is measured as it does about where India stands
Badrinath Temple Panel Orders Probe Into Donation Embezzlement Allegations
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Trump Marks US 250th Anniversary with Patriotic Speech, Political Attacks and Voting Reform Push
He renewed calls for stricter voting laws, including proof of citizenship for voter registration and limits on mail-in ballots, while warning against the rise of "communists" in the United States.
Ketan Agarwal Murder Probe: Siya Told Friend Marriage 'Not Going to Take Place', Say Police
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Murder accused Siya Goyal had allegedly sent a Snapchat message in which she told a friend that her marriage to Pune-based realtor Ketan Agarwal was not going to happen
Trump Says Netanyahu Knows "Who The Boss Is"; Meeting Between The Two Possible
The proposed meeting would be the first between the two leaders since their February meeting in the White House Situation Room
India's Women's Reservation Law is in force, but its implementation remains pending until the completion of the next census and delimitation exercise amid wider political debates
In an interview with Outlook, the BJP MP said the reform could still be implemented for the 2029 General Elections even if the legislation is passed by July 2028, while defending the proposal as being in the national interest
In a letter dated July 4 to Ayodhya Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Ashutosh Tiwari, VHP International President Alok Kumar requested that the leaders be summoned to record their statements and provide evidence supporting their allegations
By Pranay Vatsa
Two major indices, two very different numbers — India ranks 126th on one and 80th on another. Understanding why reveals as much about how passport power is measured as it does about where India stands
The Probe comes after an organisation called Bhairav Sena alleged financial irregularities at Badrinath Dham on Friday
He renewed calls for stricter voting laws, including proof of citizenship for voter registration and limits on mail-in ballots, while warning against the rise of "communists" in the United States.
By PTI
Murder accused Siya Goyal had allegedly sent a Snapchat message in which she told a friend that her marriage to Pune-based realtor Ketan Agarwal was not going to happen
The proposed meeting would be the first between the two leaders since their February meeting in the White House Situation Room
Experts argued that the transition to E20 followed years of technical preparation, regulatory approvals and extensive testing by manufacturers and independent agencies
Congress alleged that Rajnath Singh misled the Parliament by stating that there were no casualities during Operation Sindoor
By Tejas Rane
England Women vs Australia Women Live Score: Catch the play-by-play updates from the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final between ENG-W and AUS-W on Sunday, July 5, at Lord's Cricket Ground
Novak Djokovic vs Roman Safiullin Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Catch play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 Gentlemen's Singles Round of 16 clash between Serbia's Novak Djokovic and Russia's Roman Safiullin on Sunday, July 5, on Centre Court at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, with a place in the quarter-finals on the line
Felix Auger-Aliassime Vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Catch play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 Gentlemen's Singles Round of 16 clash between Felix Auger-Aliassime and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on Sunday, July 5, on Court 1 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, with a place in the quarter-finals on the line
By Tejas Rane
Aryna Sabalenka Vs Naomi Osaka Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Follow live score and play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 ladies' singles Round of 16 clash between world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and 14th seed Naomi Osaka on Centre Court, with a quarter-final spot at stake
Jessica Pegula vs Iva Jovic Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Catch play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 Round of 16 all-American ladies' singles clash between Jessica Pegula and Iva Jovic on Sunday, July 5, on Court 1 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club
Check all the information regarding the upcoming ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final clash between the host nation, England, and the six-time champions, Australia
NEWS
Iran has launched a week-long series of funeral processions for Khamenei, with ceremonies planned across Tehran, Qom, Iraq's Shi'ite holy cities of Najaf and Kerbala, and Mashhad before his burial.
It is right to imprison anyone found guilty in this matter; even capital punishment is warranted. Stealing from Ram Mandir is a heinous crime," Mahant Dinendra Das Maharaj said
By PTI
The government has issued a notice to Meta on Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) in paid advertisements on Instagram
By PTI
The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has directed all collectors to submit a comprehensive review of child protection mechanisms
In a post on X, the Iranian Embassy in Armenia accused the United States of failing to understand the public mourning over Khamenei's death, saying America lacked the "civilisation, history, and honour" to comprehend such sentiments
The School Education Department has also withdrawn the two books from circulation and banned their authors and publishers pending further action
By PTI
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wants to work taking along all communities and is not against any community, religions and castes, Union minister Nitin Gadkari has said
MAGAZINE
Mission Two-Thirds - 20 July 2026 Issue
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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
The Great Nicobar Debate - 06 July 2026 Issue
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SubscribeSupporters of the Great Nicobar Project argue that the project is essential if India is to emerge as a major maritime power and secure its southernmost tip. Critics counter that the environmental costs could be irreversible, threatening fragile ecosystems, endangered wildlife and indigenous communities and would lead to large-scale deforestation and coastal alteration.
Slow Death of IT Sector Jobs - 22 June 2026 Issue
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SubscribeThe IT sector has long been the engine of India’s middle-class aspiration and white-collar employment. As AI eats into jobs in the sector, India faces a massive socio-economic challenge
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The Teen Tornado - 08 June 2026 Issue
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SubscribeA nuanced examination of India’s expanding cricket-academy ecosystem, where childhood ambition is increasingly shaped by institutional discipline, parental expectation, and the economics of aspiration. Set against the parallel pressures of academic competition, the story interrogates how sporting excellence, identity formation, and personal sacrifice are being negotiated by a generation coming of age in a culture obsessed with performance and success.
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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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SPORTS
Aryna Sabalenka Vs Naomi Osaka Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Top Seed Meets Japanese Star With QF Place At Stake
By Tejas Rane
Aryna Sabalenka Vs Naomi Osaka Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Follow live score and play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 ladies' singles Round of 16 clash between world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and 14th seed Naomi Osaka on Centre Court, with a quarter-final spot at stake
Felix Auger-Aliassime Vs Alejandro Davidovich Fokina Live Score, Wimbledon 2026: Catch play-by-play updates from the Wimbledon 2026 Gentlemen's Singles Round of 16 clash between Felix Auger-Aliassime and Alejandro Davidovich Fokina on Sunday, July 5, on Court 1 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, with a place in the quarter-finals on the line
England Women vs Australia Women Live Score: Catch the play-by-play updates from the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 final between ENG-W and AUS-W on Sunday, July 5, at Lord's Cricket Ground
As Vaibhav Sooryavanshi took on the field against England in the 2nd T20I, he became the youngest India cricketer to play international cricket at the age of 15 years and 99 days surpassing the great Sachin Tendulkar
Kylian Mbappe's solitary goal gives France a 1-0 win against resilient Paraguay to take them into the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Philadelphia Stadium on Sunday, July 5
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