India’s heritage lives on through its traditions, craftsmanship and timeless legacy of silk. Dr. Naresh Babu N., CEO of Silk Mark Organisation of India, Silk Purity Partner of THE WEEK Heritage Awards 2026, highlights the importance of preserving this legacy and ensuring silk authenticity. @silkmarkindia [THE WEEK Heritage Awards 2026, Silk Mark Organisation of India, Indian Heritage, Traditional Craftsmanship]

PM Narendra Modi and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reviewed bilateral ties and discussed the urgent need to restore peace and stability in West Asia #Netanyahu #SmitMachchhar theweek.in/news/middle-east/…

The chaos in the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) House reportedly began after the BJP's response to AAP councillors' demand for the immediate release of development funds for their wards. #mcddelhi theweek.in/news/india/2026/1…

The challenge for the Opposition is to turn issues affecting the BJP into a coherent narrative that resonates with voters at the grassroots and create an amplifier effect, rather than allowing them to remain disconnected. theweek.in/news/india/2026/1…

Friends of Finn’s Weaver: Three students and the search for coexistence at Haripura theweek.in/leisure/society/2…

Pakistan is strengthening its military and strategic partnerships with countries such as Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Indonesia. From new defence agreements to closer ties with the Maldives, these developments could reshape regional geopolitics and raise questions about India’s security. Is Pakistan building a new power bloc, and what could it mean for New Delhi? Senior Assistant Editor Sanjib Kr Baruah explains. youtu.be/Rl1AM95ihBs #Pakistan #India #Geopolitics #MilitaryAlliance #ForeignPolicy

Before 26 Rafale marine jets arrive, Indian Navy begins crucial trials for INS Vikrant theweek.in/news/defence/2026…

The Delhi High Court is hearing the AISA chief's plea challenging a notice from a SEM court ordering her to furnish a personal bond of ₹10,000, in connection with her Oct 16 detention. #NehaBora #CJP theweek.in/news/india/2026/1…

There are kids out there who take a great footballer as their role model, practise eight to ten hours a day, seven to eight years sticking to the routine. They learn how he manages tight spaces, crowds markers, frees up spaces, the speed and movement of the ball and, over and above, his problem solving. They, like their idol, would look at where the ball would be the next second, and how to be there before the markers. They might one day become like their idol, think like him, play like him. Can one of these kids become the next Lionel Messi? “Lionel Messi redefined the great game in his inimitable way. The Next Messi, pardon me for using the term, will not be the Next Messi. There will be generation-defining players like him, but not another Messi,” writes Malayala Manorama Coordinating Editor Antony John in his story ‘The GOAT and the bucklings’. THE WEEK's latest issue is now on stands! Grab your copy today or get it delivered to your doorstep via Blinkit. [Lionel Messi, Football, Next Generation Footballers]

The Houthis are attempting to save the Indian-crewed yacht, which they said was subjected to a 'reckless act' by the 'Saudi enemy'. #Houthi #maritime theweek.in/news/middle-east/…

Ravana takes a back seat; the demon king is no longer the only villain burnt this Dussehra theweek.in/leisure/society/2…

Two people, including an Indian national, were killed and eight others injured in an attack on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, on October 21. Two other Indian nationals were among the injured. Airport operations have since resumed, while authorities continue to assess the damage. (Saudi Arabia, Dammam airport, King Fahd International Airport, Indian national, airport attack)

Indian Army, Navy, IAF placed major BrahMos orders; company reveals its top priority theweek.in/news/defence/2026…

Indian Ocean Gateway Terminal at Oman to ‘conduct its offshore operations locally’, says Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd theweek.in/news/maritime/202…

GAMING: From ‘Mass Effect 2’ to shutdown, EA closes a major game studio that defined the genre in the early 2010s #BioWare #Layoffs theweek.in/news/sci-tech/202…

BrahMos-NG missile in high demand even before its first model is ready? theweek.in/news/defence/2026…

Medical boards from IHBAS concluded in reports submitted in 2026 that Singh was unfit to stand trial due to severe mental illness #delhi theweek.in/news/india/2026/1…

📢 NEW ISSUE ALERT! 📢 The hunt for Lionel Messi’s successor has begun and it may well be a futile exercise. Yet, it is fun to look at who could be the next big thing. Join us as THE WEEK’s team of writers searches for the feet of gold. Also in the issue: - US elections -Iran-India ties -Tavleen Singh interview Grab your copy — available on stands now! (Lionel Messi, US elections, Iran-India ties, Tavleen Singh, Congress, BJP, India)

Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has made her Instagram debut at 79, sharing a glimpse of her upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love. The book explores her childhood in Italy, her life in India and her relationship with former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. The memoir is scheduled for release on November 10. (Sonia Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi, Belonging: A Journey of Love, Instagram)

Indian para-swimmer Mohammad Shams Aalam Shaikh has been sent back from Japan following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a hotel employee in Nagoya. The 40-year-old was part of India’s contingent for the Asian Para Games but returned without competing. The Paralympic Committee of India is considering disciplinary action. The allegations have not been established in court. (India, Para-swimmer, Asian Para Games, Paralympic, Sexual misconduct)