Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], January 24: Calcutta now 'Kolkata' is known as the "Cultural Capital" of India. From humble informal conversations over evening tea to landmark events such as the Kolkata Book Fair and literary festivals, the city continues to nurture a vibrant culture of disco
The Granth Kutir showcases India's rich and diverse cultural, philosophical, literary and intellectual heritage. This Kutir has a collection of about 2,300 books in 11 Indian classical languages. The Government of India conferred the 'Classical Language' status to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit,
New Delhi [India], January 23: Wings Publication International proudly announces the successful hosting of the Golden Wings Book Awards 2026, a prestigious literary celebration recognising exceptional authors and outstanding books across diverse genres. The grand ceremony was held at Radisso
Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) [India], January 21: Moradabad is set to host Udeesha 2026, The Moradabad Literature Festival, a five-day celebration of literature, art, music, and cultural dialogue from January 22 to January 26, 2026. Conceived as a national-level cultural platform rooted in regi
Narayanan Thirupathy, BJP National Chief Spokesperson, on Monday criticised Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin over his remarks on the Sahitya Akademi Awards, terming the politicisation of the literary body "wrong" and "unfair."
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Monday arrived in Kochi to confer the Priyadarshini Literary Award by Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee upon Dr M. Leelavathy in Kalamassery.
Addressing the closing ceremony of the Chennai International Book Fair 2026 held at Kalaivanar Arangam, the Chief Minister said that recent developments surrounding the Sahitya Akademi awards had caused "deep concern" among writers and cultural organisations across the country.
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
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