Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival 2026: Dates, Speakers, Highlights
The 17th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) is set for Jan 9-11, 2026, featuring 100+ speakers like Shashi Tharoor, Aparna Sen & more. Explore the full programme.
The 17th Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) is set for Jan 9-11, 2026, featuring 100+ speakers like Shashi Tharoor, Aparna Sen & more. Explore the full programme.
Sikh rapper Babbu Singh performed at Zohran Mamdani's historic NYC mayoral inauguration, blending Punjabi beats with New York pride. Read about the multicultural celebration and the online reactions it sparked.
The 14th Kolkata Literary Meet (KaLaM) starts Jan 22, featuring Jhumpa Lahiri, Kiran Desai, Amitav Ghosh & 100+ speakers. Explore the multi-venue literary extravaganza.
The Beary Sahitya Sammelan literary conference is set to take place in Mangaluru taluk on January 4, 2026, featuring a grand presidential procession. Discover the cultural significance and key details of the event.
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!
Zohran Mamdani, 34, makes history as New York City's youngest, first Muslim, and first Indian-origin mayor. His inauguration in a decommissioned subway station marks a bold progressive shift. Read the full story.
Zohran Mamdani becomes NYC's first Muslim, South Asian, and youngest mayor. His ambitious agenda for free childcare and housing now faces the hard task of funding without hurting the city's dynamism.
Zohran Mamdani pledges to uphold US Constitution and New York laws in symbolic ceremony at an old subway station. Attorney General Letitia James administers oath. Read the full story.
Indian-origin Zohran Mamdani, 34, sworn in as NYC's first Muslim mayor in historic midnight ceremony at City Hall subway station. Read the full story.
India ushered in 2026 with grand celebrations. From midnight parties at Connaught Place to prayers at Golden Temple, see how the nation celebrated with optimism and joy.
New York's Times Square Ball Drop will feature a red, white, and blue redesign for 2026, marking the US's 250th anniversary. Discover the historic changes and new patriotic additions to the celebration.
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!
New York Islanders' star Bo Horvat is set to return from a lower-body injury against the New York Rangers. Get the latest updates on his recovery and impact.
The 2025 MLB season saw star players like Mike Trout and Giancarlo Stanton falter, while high-payroll teams like the Yankees and Mets collapsed. Read the full analysis of the season's biggest failures.
A powerful winter storm blankets New York City and surrounding areas, causing travel chaos and school closures. Get the latest updates on snowfall totals and weather forecasts.
New York Yankees explore Austin Hays as Cody Bellinger alternative. Mets trade for Ketel Marte heats up with young pitchers in talks. Get the latest MLB offseason updates.
Pitcher Luke Weaver pens heartfelt goodbye to Yankees after signing a $22 million contract with the New York Mets. He opens up on career struggles and revival in New York. Read his 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!
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.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan's resignation as Archbishop of New York is accepted after 17 years. Bishop Ronald A. Hicks named successor. Read about his legacy and the Church's tradition.
The 88th All India Kannada Literary Festival, slated for Ballari, faces indefinite delay due to leadership turmoil and financial concerns. Writers protest as the event's fate hangs on a court verdict.
Javed Akhtar calls burqa 'peer pressure' in a viral video. His comments spark debate as Nitish Kumar faces backlash for pulling a doctor's hijab. Full story inside.
The New York Mets bolster their bullpen, signing ex-Yankee Luke Weaver to a two-year, $22 million contract. This move follows Edwin Diaz's exit and adds to their cross-town acquisitions.
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!
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.
Explore India's diverse New Year 2026 plans! From Goa's beach parties to Rajasthan's desert festivals and Kerala's Cochin Carnival, find your perfect celebration. Plan your getaway now!
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.
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.
A Mysuru school is buzzing with literary activities, hosting multiple competitions in preparation for the Panorama International Literature Festival 2026, scheduled from Jan 1 to Feb 14, 2026.