THE WEEK

At least 27 people were killed after a massive fire broke out at a bar in Bangkok, Thailand. Sixty-three people were injured, with 22 reported to be in critical condition. The fire broke out around midnight at the Na Ladprao pub in northern Bangkok. (Bangkok fire, Blaze, Firefighters, Accident, Bangkok bar fire)

The tribunal rejected the Delhi Transport Corporation's entire counterclaim of ₹136 crore theweek.in/news/biz-tech/…

Is Communism Dying? Political ideologies evolve with changing societies, economies and global power dynamics. The Week's Midyear Special Issue examines the trajectory of communism—its challenges, transformations and enduring influence in a rapidly shifting world. On stands from July 19, 2026. #CoverStory #Communism #GlobalPolitics #PoliticalAnalysis

RBI warns of elevated global financial stability risks, particularly concerning potential corrections in AI-linked stock valuations due to increased debt financing by tech companies theweek.in/news/biz-tech/…

A group of men stormed a residential society in East Delhi’s Mayur Vihar Phase-3 and assaulted the residents after they objected to a woman getting harassed. theweek.in/news/india/202…

A panchayat in Jharkhand attempted to cover up the rape of a 3-year-old and threw a party with the Rs 20,000 fine from the suspect theweek.in/news/india/202…

The United States launched fresh strikes on Iran as tensions over the Strait of Hormuz escalated. The strikes came after Iran attacked a container ship, setting it on fire and leaving one crew member missing. (Strait of Hormuz, Iran, Middle East, US-Iran, DonaldTrump, West Asia crisis)

This deal comes as TCS's AI services revenue exceeds $2.3 billion in FY26, occurring alongside significant workforce reductions and a stated strategy to integrate AI agents theweek.in/news/biz-tech/…

At the rally, Annamalai also pointed out how We The People Foundation had amassed about 19 lakh followers since it was formed on June 5, of which 17% were women. (annamalai we the people rally pollachi, bjp exit tvk vijay dmk b team tamil nadu tasmac) theweek.in/news/india/202…

Column | When the brain's rivers stop flowing: A story of NPH recovery In his latest column, Dr @MazdaTurel sheds light on Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus (NPH)—a treatable yet often overlooked neurological condition that can mimic dementia or Parkinson's disease. Through a compelling recovery story, he explains why timely diagnosis and treatment can be life-changing. Read more at: theweek.in/columns/dr-maz… #BrainHealth #Neurosurgery (Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, NPH, Brain Health, Neurosurgery, Recovery Story)

Column | Vijay? No better ideas? In his latest column, @rprasannan examines actor-turned-politician Vijay's evolving political narrative, questioning whether popularity alone can translate into a compelling political vision in Tamil Nadu's complex electoral landscape. Read: theweek.in/columns/prasan… (Vijay, Tamil Nadu Politics, TVK, Electoral Politics, Political Commentary) #Vijay #TamilNaduPolitics #TVK #PoliticalCommentary

From Bigg Boss to MasterChef: The secret behind Indian reality shows' success Whether it's high-stakes competition, emotional storytelling, or unforgettable personalities, reality television continues to captivate millions of viewers. Explore how these shows have evolved into cultural phenomena—and why audiences keep coming back for more. Read more at: theweek.in/theweek/leisur… By @PBiraia #IndianRealityShows #BiggBoss #MasterChefIndia (Indian Reality Shows, Bigg Boss, MasterChef India, Television, Entertainment)

A win for immigrants? Supreme Court ruling on citizenship creates new uncertainty Read: theweek.in/theweek/more/2… (Citizenship, Supreme Court, Immigration, Constitutional Law, Legal Affairs) #SupremeCourt #Citizenship #Immigration

The gifted midfielder had emerged as one of the country's brightest football stars before his untimely death shocked fans across the globe. (FIFA World Cup 2026, Jayden Adams, South Africa, Health news) theweek.in/news/health/20…

‘El Niño poses biggest threat to central India’: Sivananda Damodara Pai In an exclusive interview with THE WEEK, climate scientist Sivananda Damodara Pai explains how El Niño is reshaping India's monsoon patterns, increasing the risk of droughts and extreme weather events, and why strengthening climate resilience has become more urgent than ever. Read : theweek.in/theweek/specia… By Lakshmi Subramanian (@lakhinathan) (El Niño, Climate Change, Monsoon, Extreme Weather, Sivananda Damodara Pai) #ElNiño #ClimateChange #Monsoon #ExtremeWeather

The Goondas Act: Is India's reliance on preventive detention undermining rule of law? Preventive detention laws won’t go anytime soon. The problem lies with execution, argue experts, who call for stronger procedural safeguards Read more at: theweek.in/theweek/curren… By @sardakanu_law (Preventive Detention, Goondas Act, Rule of Law, Criminal Justice, Constitutional Rights) #RuleOfLaw #PreventiveDetention #GoondasAct #IndianJudiciary

From Khalsa Raj to 'Sabka Vikas': Why BJP is going all-out in Punjab As Punjab's political landscape evolves, the BJP is recalibrating its strategy to expand its footprint in the state. Explore the political shifts, challenges, and electoral calculations shaping the party's ambitions. Read more at: theweek.in/theweek/curren… By Pratul Sharma (@pratulsharmaa ) (Punjab Politics, BJP Punjab, Khalsa Raj, Sabka Vikas, Indian Politics) #PunjabPolitics #BJPPunjab

Why India's maritime strategy is key to dominating the Indian Ocean As geopolitical competition intensifies across the Indo-Pacific, India's maritime strategy is becoming central to securing its interests, strengthening regional influence, and shaping the future of the Indian Ocean. Read : theweek.in/theweek/cover/… By Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta (retd). (Maritime Strategy, Indian Ocean, Indo-Pacific, Sea Power, Strategic Affairs) #IndianOcean #MaritimeStrategy #IndoPacific #SeaPower

An Indian sailor is missing after a commercial ship came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz. As India joins search and rescue efforts, the incident has further escalated tensions between Iran and the US, raising fresh concerns over maritime security in one of the world's busiest shipping routes. youtu.be/nmgqtlisfe0 #StraitofHormuz #Iran #India #IndianSailor #MiddleEast #USIran #DonaldTrump

Why India needs a strong navy to become a strong maritime nation In this insightful piece, Admiral Karambir Singh (Retd.) explores the vital role of naval strength in safeguarding India's maritime interests, securing sea lanes, and supporting the nation's aspirations as a leading maritime power. Read more at: theweek.in/theweek/cover/… (Indian Navy, Maritime Security, Naval Power, Maritime Strategy, National Security) #IndianNavy #MaritimeSecurity #NavalPower #NationalSecurity