Explore the essence of Lohri, the North Indian winter festival. From traditional foods like gachak to its spiritual meaning of 'Lo Hari', discover how it blends warmth, family, and self-offering. Join the celebration!
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.
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.
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!
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.
Delhi Development Authority organizes a free 3-day kite festival at Baansera, Jan 16-18. Explore kite history, international displays, food, and cultural performances. Join thousands of visitors!
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.
The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival 2026 dates are out! Get all details on the venue, how to reach, and what to expect at Mumbai's iconic cultural event. Plan your visit now!
India's premier oral storytelling festival, Udaipur Tales, is back from Jan 9-11, 2026. Featuring Divya Dutta, Rajit Kapur & more. Discover inclusive storytelling magic in Udaipur!
The 36th Vijayawada Book Festival kicks off Jan 2-11 at IGMC Stadium with 280 stalls. Inaugurated by Justice Pamidighantam Narasimha, it features launches, governor visits, and cultural programs. Explore the literary extravaganza!
Andhra Pradesh Govt launches Avakai: Amaravati Festival of Cinema, Culture & Literature from Jan 8-10, 2026. A public riverfront event celebrating Telugu arts. Explore the details!
The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 opens Jan 10-18 at Bharat Mandapam. Explore the 'Indian Military History' theme, 3000+ stalls, free eBooks & Qatar as Guest of Honour. Free entry!
Guwahati's Khanapara Book Fair sees record sales over Rs 2 crore. Children's literature and books on Zubeen Garg drive unprecedented footfall. Discover the cultural highlight of Assam.
Ranchi's National Book Fair sees a surge in books on Jharkhand's tribal heritage, history, and youth-focused mental health literature. Open until Feb 4. Explore now!
As 2025 ends, we reflect on a year of memorable books. Discover the literary joy of the past year and get a preview of the promising book fest awaiting readers in 2026. Dive into the world of reading!
Struggling to read? These seven brilliant podcasts offer analysis, tips, and recommendations to help you fall in love with books again. Perfect for Indian readers.
As social media influencers and algorithms dominate reading recommendations, a veteran critic questions the role of professional book reviews in India's shrinking English-language market. Explore the shift from deep analysis to viral reels.
The 11th Khajuraho International Film Festival, held from Dec 16-22, celebrated cinema, culture, and ideas. Featuring stars, 102 films, and folk arts, it honored legends like Dharmendra. Explore the highlights!
Erika Kirk promotes her late husband Charlie Kirk's final book, 'Stop, in the Name of God,' facing online criticism defended by Mary Katharine Ham. Read the full story.
The 3rd Sharjah Festival of African Literature opens on Jan 14, featuring 50+ writers from 15+ countries. Explore panels, poetry, and cultural exchange in the UAE. Discover the full programme now!
The Pune Book Festival concluded with a historic 12.5 lakh footfall and Rs 50 crore in sales, showcasing Pune's vibrant literary culture. Discover the highlights and future plans.
Gurpreet Singh Kamow from Kotkapura cycled 100 km daily for 100 days, covering 1.5 lakh km in 6 years. Honoured by Punjab Assembly Speaker, his story inspires fitness. #Cycling #Inspiration
Discover six books with unforgettable, quirky titles that grab attention and spark curiosity. From trees that talk to a boy raised as a dog, these titles promise unique stories.
Bisleri International, with NBT and Pune Book Festival, sets a Guinness World Record for collecting over 1,000 environmental pledges. A landmark initiative for sustainability in India.
Bisleri International, with NBT and Pune Book Festival, sets a Guinness World Record for most environmental pledges. A landmark achievement for sustainability in India.
Over 3,100 youth will converge in Bilaspur for Chhattisgarh's State Youth Festival 2025 from Dec 23-25. The event launches Khelo India Tribal Games, aiming to empower youth and preserve culture. Read more.
EAM S Jaishankar likens today's multipolar world to India's coalition era, stressing nimble diplomacy. He also highlights the rise of Indians in the global workforce. Read more.
The Army War College in Mhow concluded its two-day AWC Pustakayan 2025 book fair. Nearly 800 attendees explored over 5000 books. Discover the highlights of this literary event for servicemen and families.
The 9th Mahindra Kabira Festival starts on Dec 19 in Varanasi, exploring Kabir's teachings through music, art & dialogue. Discover the schedule & highlights.
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!