The 47th International Kolkata Book Fair breaks tradition by selecting Greece as its focal theme country, marking the first time a European nation receives this honor at Asia's largest book fair.
The 49th Kolkata International Book Fair returns January 22-February 3, 2026 with Argentina as theme country, promising a vibrant celebration of literature and culture at Central Park Mela Ground.
Hundreds of Muslim community members protested in Ranchi, demanding establishment of Urdu Education Board and Madarsa Board for preservation of linguistic and religious education rights.
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Union Minister Kiren Rijiju praises Urdu as India's most beautiful language while emphasizing that Hindu-Muslim harmony is crucial for the nation's development and global standing.
Explore the emotional conclusion of Philip Pullman's The Book of Dust trilogy as the beloved author bids farewell to Lyra's universe in a masterful finale that blends wonder with melancholy.
As BJP faces 'jumla' accusations, Nitish Kumar's potential meeting with Eknath Shinde and Tejashwi Yadav's Muslim quota promises dominate Urdu press discourse. Political realignments intensify ahead of elections.
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Maharashtra announces groundbreaking Urdu House in Bhiwandi, Thane district - a major cultural hub promoting Urdu language, literature, and Islamic heritage through library, research facilities, and community programs.
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The official trailer for Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel adaptation 'Reminders of Him' has dropped, promising a powerful emotional journey about redemption, motherhood, and second chances that will leave readers captivated.
Harvard historian Sunil Amrith's groundbreaking work on climate change and South Asian environmental history secures the 2025 British Academy Book Prize with its powerful narrative.
Explore the disturbing trend of Indian publishers self-censoring critical content and rewriting history to avoid government scrutiny. Discover how commercial interests are undermining free speech.
The London Book of World Records breaks silence on Karnataka fake certificate row, clarifying their global recognition status and defending their reputation against false allegations.
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RPP Infra Projects announces massive order book expansion to ₹2,500 crore, driving investor frenzy as the small-cap stock continues its 200% growth trajectory over five years. Market experts predict Monday trading surge.
Helen Lewis's 'The Genius Myth' reveals why brilliant women creators get erased from history. A powerful exploration of gender bias in creativity and recognition.
A man carrying a pistol caused major security scare during controversial writer Taslima Nasrin's event in Kerala. Quick police action prevented potential tragedy at the Kozhikode book festival.
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Celebrated filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan unveils Radha Chadha's new book exploring the legacy of Jagat Murari, the visionary behind FTII's golden era. Discover untold stories from Indian cinema history.