Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla is featured as THE WEEK's Man of the Year. The issue also includes features on the poet Seamus Heaney, the story of Caroline Casey and an elephant, and a retrospective on Guantánamo Bay
By Philip Mathew December 21, 2025
The Ukraine war continues to shape history with Ukrainians writing its chronicles in blood. This edition also explores India's long diplomatic relationship with Ukraine, a historic Irish mutiny supported by Gandhi, and the surprising politics of modern video games
By Philip Mathew December 14, 2025
From B-schools shaping entrepreneurial mindsets and industry developments to political narratives, love and loss tales, school nostalgia, and literary festivals
By Philip Mathew December 07, 2025
As Puttaparthi vibrates with Sathya Sai Baba’s centenary celebrations, THE WEEK looks at his life and legacy—and why millions around the world worship him as God
By Philip Mathew November 30, 2025
THE WEEK-Hansa Research's survey of India's best hospitals and covers key discussions from THE WEEK Health Summit 2025, including AI in healthcare and inspiring medical pioneers
By Philip Mathew November 23, 2025
Tariq Bhat, THE WEEK's senior special correspondent, passed away suddenly at 54. Kudos to his dedicated, fearless reporting from Kashmir and his warm spirit
By Philip Mathew November 16, 2025
From Tejashwi Yadav's Bihar election strategy echoing his father Lalu Prasad's political "recipe" to critical analyses of inquiry commissions and the Army's AK-203 rifle, this issue features a wide array of stories
By Philip Mathew November 09, 2025
THE WEEK explores diverse topics, from John Steinbeck's "cathedral hush" moments and Ken Follett's literary inspirations to soaring gold prices in India, the aftermath of Sri Lanka's civil war, and the complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict
By Philip Mathew November 02, 2025
Donald Trump's forceful, unconventional diplomacy may have brokered an unexpected peace deal in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Also, insights from experts, anti-caste initiatives in Uttar Pradesh, and an interview with M.J. Akbar about his new book, "After Me, Chaos"
By Philip Mathew October 26, 2025
Zoho's humble culture reflects in CEO's simple attire and khadi pouch gift, while global politics sees Trump's transactional approach benefitting Xi Jinping and impacting India-China relations
By Philip Mathew October 19, 2025