World Book Fair 2026 Turns Chaotic in Delhi
The World Book Fair 2026 at Bharat Mandapam descended into chaos as crowds grabbed books in frenzy. Videos show disorderly scenes, sparking social media criticism.
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Delhi Expands Social Security to Gig, Platform & Construction Workers
Delhi government initiates process to bring unorganised, gig, platform and construction workers under social security net. Welfare boards and schemes to be established for transparent benefit delivery.
4 States Have Gig Worker Laws, But Implementation Lags
Rajasthan, Karnataka, Bihar & Jharkhand have passed laws for gig worker welfare, but rollout remains slow. Explore the status of these landmark acts and their impact on India's platform workforce.
Vir Das's 'The Outsider' Memoir: A Stand-Up Act in Book
Comedian Vir Das's memoir 'The Outsider' blends humor and heart, chronicling his journey from a misfit to a global star. Discover the stories behind the laughter.
Review: 'Called by the Hills' - A Memoir of Mountain Life
Explore Sheila Kumar's review of the quietly luminous memoir 'Called by the Hills', a book that captures life's unspoken intimacy with the land. Discover the essence of mountain time.
World Book Fair 2025 Opens in Delhi with Free Entry
The 53rd World Book Fair in Delhi's Pragati Maidan sees huge crowds. Free entry, interactive zones, and a focus on Indian military history attract families and young readers. Discover the highlights.
Kolkata Book Fair 2024: Major Preparations Underway
The 49th International Kolkata Book Fair begins Jan 22. With 1000 stalls & extended Green Line metro, organizers expect record crowds. Get all details here!
Delhi Book Fair 2026: Zodiac Reading Guide
Plan your visit to the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 (Jan 10–18) with this unique zodiac-based book recommendation guide. Discover what to read based on your astrological sign for the year ahead.
Chennai Book Fair visitors face major network issues
Network glitches plagued Day 2 of the 49th Chennai Book Fair, disrupting mandatory registration for 60% of visitors. Organizers promise a fix. Read more about the chaos and visitor backlash.
Five Jharkhand workers abducted in Niger return home safe
Five migrant workers from Jharkhand's Giridih, abducted in Niger in April 2023, are finally back in India. Their safe return ends nine months of anguish for their families. Read their harrowing story.
9th Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay Book Prize: Nominations Open
The New India Foundation invites submissions for the 9th Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize. Submit your non-fiction work on modern India by August 31, 2024. Apply now!
8 Highly Anticipated Books Releasing in 2026
Get ready for a literary feast! Discover eight major books slated for 2026, from new works by Salman Rushdie and Stephen King to exciting debuts. Mark your calendars now!
Gig Worker Strike Highlights Systemic Exploitation in India
The December 31 gig worker strike revealed deep flaws in platform work. As companies deny employer status, workers lack rights and social security. Can India's laws catch up?
New Delhi World Book Fair 2024: A Celebration of Books
The 2024 New Delhi World Book Fair opens at Pragati Maidan, spotlighting Indian languages and heritage. Explore thousands of titles from Feb 10-18. Plan your visit now!
Chennai Book Fair 2024: Free Entry, Focus on Young Readers
The 49th Chennai International Book Fair opens with free entry, 980 stalls, and a focus on children's books. CM Stalin urges youth to read more. Details inside.
Delhi World Book Fair: Free Entry for First Time
The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair begins Jan 10 with free entry for all. Explore over 1000 publishers, 600 events & a special theme on Indian military history. Don't miss it!
NDWBF 2026: Free Entry, Tribute to Armed Forces
The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 opens with free entry, a grand tribute to the Indian Armed Forces, and participation from 35+ countries. Discover 600+ events at Bharat Mandapam from Jan 10-18.
Assam Book Fair ends with record Rs 7.4 crore sales
The 5th Assam Book Fair in Guwahati concluded with record sales exceeding Rs 7 crore. Books on singer Zubeen Garg saw massive interest, highlighting Assam's thriving reading culture. Discover the key highlights.
Odia Workers Stranded in Uzbekistan Over Unpaid Wages
70-80 Indian workers from Odisha stranded in Yangiyul, Uzbekistan, after company terminates them without clearing 4 months' salary. They are on strike in freezing temperatures, seek govt rescue.
Gig Economy Debate: Flexibility vs Worker Exploitation
The New Year's Eve strike by delivery workers ignited a fierce debate on India's gig economy, questioning the reality behind 'flexibility' and highlighting demands for fair pay and social security. Explore the clash between platform giants and worker unio
OUP Apologizes for Unverified Statements in Shivaji Book
Oxford University Press India tenders a public apology to Chhatrapati Udayanraje Bhosale for unverified content in a 2003 book, following a Bombay High Court directive. Read the full story.
Purulia Workers Attacked in Chhattisgarh, Four Return
Four migrant workers from Purulia, assaulted in Chhattisgarh, return home. Police confirm no criminal records. Details on the wage dispute and alleged Bajrang Dal attack inside.
Karnataka's 1-1.5% Gig Worker Welfare Fee Plan
Karnataka's Labour Minister announces a proposed 1-1.5% welfare fee on aggregators to fund gig worker benefits. Official notification expected within a week.
Haryana's sex ratio at birth rises to 923 after decade-long campaign
Haryana's sex ratio at birth has reached 923 girls per 1000 boys, nearing the national average. A sustained campaign involving strict law enforcement, inter-state raids, and innovative tracking systems drove this turnaround.
UP to hold book exhibition for govt schools, libraries
Uttar Pradesh's secondary education department is organising a book exhibition in Lucknow to select updated books for state-run schools and libraries. This follows the recent move to make newspapers compulsory in schools.
Etteth's 'The Little Book of Goodbyes' Explores Farewells
Ravi Shankar Etteth's new book, 'The Little Book of Goodbyes,' delves into the art and philosophy of parting. Discover how this collection redefines endings. Read the full review.
Review: 'The Social Life Of Trains' - Trains in Art & Life
A review of 'The Social Life Of Trains', analyzing how trains are depicted in poetry, film, and literature. Discover how this book connects railways to our collective experience. Read the full review now!
Spot Registration for Kerala Book Festival Quiz in T'puram
The Kerala Legislative Assembly's International Book Festival features quizzes on Dec 12-14. Spot registration available for school, college & public categories. Report by 9:30 AM.
Chadha Defends Striking Gig Workers, Slams Exploitation
AAP MP Raghav Chadha defends gig workers' strike, accuses platforms of exploitation and politicizing fair pay demands. He calls for a nationwide debate on worker rights. Read more.
36th Vijayawada Book Festival begins at IGMC Stadium
The 36th Vijayawada Book Festival launched grandly. Justice Pamidighantam Narasimha emphasized preserving Telugu language & cultivating reading habits in children. Discover more about the literary event.
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