He said, "Russia talks about trust, but its actions say otherwise. Attacks on Kyiv and constant military threats expose the reality behind this so-called brotherhood."
Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], January 17: A deeply reflective and intellectually stimulating session titled "When Gods Don't Matter" captivated audiences at the Jaipur Literature Festival (JLF) 2026 at the AAF Bagaan venue. The session marked the unveiling of poet and PR professional Jagdeep S
Veteran author and columnist Shobhaa De addressed AR Rahman's recent remark on Bollywood, calling it a "very dangerous comment" and stressing that the film industry has always been a space where talent, not religion, determines opportunity.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], January 16: The URJAA 500 Mahotsav, held from 7th to 11th January 2026 at the Richardson & Cruddas Grounds, Mulund (West), Mumbai, was concluded as a historic, grand, and spiritually transformative event that left a deep impact on millions of devotees across Ind
Sahitya Akademi organised a Face-to-Face programme and a Panel Discussion on India's Intellectual Traditions, during the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 at Hall No. 2 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi.
New Delhi [India], January 16: As the quote goes, we tell ourselves stories in order to live and that's what we are looking at the Pen N Paper Awards, such stories which are life changing, mind boggling and which cannot only inspire but change your perception.
The Akashdeep Award will be conferred to eminent Hindi short-story writer Mamta Kalia in the Hindi category and renowned Manipuri author Arambam Ongbi Memchoubi in the non-Hindi Indian languages category.
New Delhi [India], January 16: As 2026 unfolds, the literary world is already alive with fresh ideas, powerful narratives, and voices that demand attention. Books, Buzz, and Brilliance: Must-Read Authors of Early 2026 brings together a curated selection of writers who are shaping conversatio
Described as a lyrical tribute to the continent that shaped the course of human history, The Alphabets of Africa maps Africa through time, space and memory, celebrating its vast civilisations, living cultures and contemporary realities. From the grandeur of ancient kingdoms to the rhythm
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma said on Thursday that Rajasthan has been a carrier of knowledge, art, and culture for centuries. Our government is fully committed not only to the development of the state but also to the preservation and promotion of its literature and cultural h
New Delhi [India], January 15: In a literary landscape often dominated by retellings that skim the surface of mythology, The First Love Story: Dakshayani by Shubhankar Mishra emerges as a refreshing and deeply evocative work that invites readers to rediscover one of the most profound love st
The greeting drew attention because, traditionally, the Tamil New Year is observed in mid-April during the Tamil month of Chithirai, not in January during Thai Pongal. In 2008, the DMK government led by the late Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi officially declared Thai 1 (Pongal day) as the