Mahindra Kabira Festival 2025 Begins in Varanasi
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Amitabha Chaterji's dark satire Duyare Bibaho, exploring state-mandated marriage, continues its festival journey at the International Film Festival of Kerala's market. Discover this unique Bengali indie film.
At IFFK, Iranian director Pouria Kakavand shared his first audience experience, while Argentinian filmmaker Luis Sorraquin lauded Kerala's film culture. Insights from global directors revealed.
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala gets a boost as Centre clears restored classic 'Battleship Potemkin' and others. Six films still await clearance. Get the latest updates.
Padma Vibhushan Sonal Mansingh, 81, discusses her journey, the Nalanda Lit Fest, and how Gen Z's curiosity is revitalising classical dance. Discover her unique perspective on tradition and youth.
The 30th International Film Festival of Kerala faces cancellations after the Centre denies censor exemption to several films, including the classic 'Battleship Potemkin'. Political and artistic backlash ensues.
The 30th IFFK faces cancellations after the Centre denies censor exemption to films like 'Battleship Potemkin'. Political backlash ensues. Read the full story.
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya will address the closing session of the Auroville Literary Festival on December 21. The festival, which began on Dec 15, features a unique language-based itinerary with distinguished speakers.
The Brahmaputra Literature Festival returns to Assam's Sivasagar from February 6-8, 2025, paying tribute to Bhupen Hazarika and Zubeen Garg. Discover the confluence of rhythm, word, and art.
Madurai gears up for its first major literary festival, 'Sangam,' on Jan 30-31. Inspired by Jaipur, it will feature writers, artists & cultural events at heritage sites. Free entry with registration.
FirstSteps School hosts the Paper Trails Literary Fest 2025, uniting young readers with renowned authors. Discover how the festival is transforming reading into a shared, interactive experience for children.
The 12th International Film Festival of Kerala faces major disruptions as 19 films, including classics, are cancelled due to missing censor exemption certificates. Read the full story.
Bangalore Literature Festival moves from hotel halls to the open grounds of historic Freedom Park, the city's former jail, celebrating ideas in a space once meant for confinement. Explore the new venue's impact.
At the Bengaluru Literature Festival, Mahatma Gandhi's grandson discussed his enduring legacy and the influence of C. Rajagopalachari. Discover the insights from this poignant session.
Day 2 of Bangalore Literature Festival honoured SL Bhyrappa, debated AI's role in writing, and issued stark climate warnings. Explore the key discussions and calls to action from the event.
Nationwide flight delays & cancellations disrupted Bengaluru Theatre Fest, Lit Fest & Fashion Week. Organisers faced talent gaps, soaring costs & frantic reshuffling. Details inside.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
Booker Prize winner Banu Mushtaq opened the Bangalore Literature Festival with a powerful call to action, framing equality as a daily responsibility and literature as a bridge for a divided society.
Kerala's IFFK 2024, from Dec 12-19, screens 11 award-winning films & features jury led by exiled Iranian auteur Mohammad Rasoulof. Discover cinematic gems.
Author Banu Mushtaq spoke about B.R. Ambedkar and the Babri Masjid demolition at the Bengaluru Literature Festival on December 6, also sharing insights into her Booker-winning 'Heart Lamp'. Read the full coverage here.
At Bangalore Literature Festival 2025, Malini Goyal and Prathibha Nandakumar discussed how migrants shape the city's evolution while stressing the need for deeper connection and mutual respect. Explore the insights.
Thiruvananthapuram South sub-district clinched the overall championship at the revenue district school arts festival in Attingal. Over 9,000 students competed in 317 events. Read the full results and highlights here.
The 10th Serendipity Arts Festival in Panaji, from Dec 12-21, showcases interdisciplinary art, breaking genre silos with 35+ curators. Explore dance, theatre, food & tech fusion.
Major tourism associations in Kerala propose a master plan including enhanced nightlife, a surfing festival, and infrastructure upgrades to restore Kovalam as a premium destination and boost foreign tourist numbers.
The Bangalore Literature Festival kicks off on December 6-7 at Freedom Park. Join writers like Banu Mushtaq and Vir Das for discussions on politics, philosophy, and music. Don't miss this cultural highlight!
The 12th Manipur Sangai Festival concluded successfully, highlighting resilience, cultural heritage, and sports. Governor Bhalla praised stakeholders and infrastructure initiatives boosting tourism. Read more.
Explore how Sir Tom Stoppard's formative years in India, from Darjeeling to Calcutta, provided a sanctuary that deeply influenced his celebrated plays and worldview. Discover the playwright's lasting connection to his childhood home.
Young activists at Lucknow's Koshala Lit Fest spotlight stray animal welfare and dignified last rites for the poor. Discover their powerful stories and calls to action.
British playwright Tom Stoppard, Academy Award winner for Shakespeare in Love, passed away at 88. Remembering his six-decade career and Indian connection.