Impactful human stories from THE WEEK explore the hidden dangers of landmines in Sri Lanka, a landmark euthanasia case in India, and the geological secrets of a mass extinction in Kashmir
By Philip Mathew January 11, 2026
The Purulia arms drop case is revisited on its 30th anniversary, reflecting on the original investigation and uncovering new details from key figures. The issue also highlights the global rise of Indian spirit brands, groundbreaking discoveries by young archaeologists at Keeladi, and a tribute to Agatha Christie
By Philip Mathew January 04, 2026
THE WEEK anniversary special issue for 2026 offers a collection of in-depth articles, from an exclusive interview with cricket captain Harmanpreet Kaur to a surprising report on the greening of the Thar Desert
By Philip Mathew December 28, 2025
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