Highlights of India Today Hindi 19th August 2026 issue:
Cover Story: Mid-Day Meals
Ande Par Ubaal
With 16 states keeping eggs off the menu, the world’s largest midday meal scheme draws criticism for not keeping up with child nutrition standards
Upfront: Bihar
Prashant Kishor Ko Naya Jeevan
The ace election strategist’s Jan Suraaj Party comes of age with his fairytale by poll victory in saffron ‘fortress’ Bankipur.
State Scan: Uttar Pradesh
Do Ladke Vahi, Patkatha Nai
As the state nears poll season, the duo of Akhilesh Yadav and Rahul Gandhi plan a rerun around a ‘Governance & Gen Z’ plank.
Aviation: Modified Udan
Udan Ko Lage Naye Pankh
A decade after opening the skies to smaller towns and first-time flyers, a revamped Udan scheme sets out to make regional aviation work for the long haul
Special Story: GEN-Z
CJP Ka Agla Karyakram
The Cockroach Janta Party is focused on being a ‘pressure group’ for now, looking to the nation for its next big cause while also putting in place a structure for itself
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