At Jaipur Literature Festival, Kiran Desai reveals her new novel explores loneliness beyond romance, spanning nations and classes. She calls it possibly her last deep book about India.
The Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 kicked off with giant puppets and camels, but the real drama involved missing headliners Kiran Desai and Percival Everett, whose names vanished from schedules.
On her 100th birth anniversary, Mahasweta Devi's literature challenges historical amnesia and literary comfort. Her works give voice to Adivasi histories and marginalised lives.
The Jaipur Literature Festival starts January 15, featuring Stephen Fry, Sudha Murty, and Tim Berners-Lee. It explores AI, conflict, and innovation while boosting Rajasthan's economy.
The Jaipur Literature Festival will open its doors on January 15, bringing together renowned authors and thinkers from around the world for a vibrant celebration of literature and ideas.
A woman in Surat was arrested after CCTV footage showed her assaulting a minor boy for repeatedly ringing her doorbell and fleeing. Police have released her apology video.
Lohri 2026 falls on January 13. Explore the traditions, food, and cultural significance of this vibrant Punjabi harvest festival celebrating warmth and togetherness.
As winter peaks, India gears up for Lohri 2026 on January 13. Discover the festival's meaning, regional celebrations, and heartfelt messages to share. Happy Lohri!
Lohri 2026 will be celebrated on January 13. Discover the significance of this Punjabi harvest festival, traditional rituals, and heartfelt wishes to share with loved ones.
Astrologers predict 2026 will bring profound strength and transformation for six zodiac signs. Find out if your sign is set for a breakthrough in confidence, resilience, and self-belief.
Mark your calendars for the Suvali Beach Festival 2026! Discover dates, timings, key attractions, and how to reach this vibrant coastal celebration near Surat. Plan your visit now!
Surat police arrest five after two separate murders in Dindoli and Kapodra. Victims Umashankar Singh and Mangal Yadav killed over personal remarks and old grudge. Details inside.
Explore the BLR Hubba festival in Bengaluru from Jan 16-25. 250+ events across 20+ venues celebrate arts, music, food & tech. Discover the city's cultural soul.
Jaipur Literature Festival 2026 unveils stellar debutants including Vir Das, Viswanathan Anand, and Leo Varadkar. Join the global discourse from Jan 15. Explore the full line-up!
The 8th Mangaluru Lit Fest kicks off on Jan 10, 2026, celebrating the 'Idea of Bharat' and honoring novelist SL Bhyrappa with a dedicated session. Discover the literary highlights.
GPCB shuts four Surat units for dumping 50 tonnes of chemical waste from Bharuch into city drains. A Rs 25 lakh fine imposed and water connections cut. Full details on the busted racket inside.
Jamshedpur hosts its inaugural district lit fest from Jan 9-11 at Gopal Maidan. Featuring Padma Shri winners, it aims to promote tribal heritage and connect readers with authors. Don't miss this cultural milestone!
To prevent traffic chaos, Surat police announce one-way routes & heavy vehicle bans for the 3-day Suvali Beach Festival from Jan 9. Learn about the new arrangements and artist line-up.
Surat's SOG uncovers a high-purity mephedrone lab inside Polaris Mall, arresting a senior chemist and two traffickers. The alleged mastermind is based in London. Read the full investigation details.
A 69-year-old Surat jeweller files a police complaint after allegedly being defrauded of 4,022g of gold worth Rs 5.03 crore by two accused. Read the full details of the shocking case.
Surat Municipal Corporation intensifies monitoring & inspections to curb waterborne diseases. 111 typhoid cases reported in December. Read about the latest actions.
CREDAI Surat's 2026 property expo from Jan 9-11 will showcase 250 projects by 55 developers. Explore residential, commercial & industrial real estate under the GLAM Surat theme. Register now!
Tomorrowland, the iconic EDM festival, is coming to Thailand in December 2026. Get details on dates, venue in Pattaya, ticket prices, and why this marks a historic expansion for Asia.
A recent pipeline failure in Surat reveals critical flaws in the city's interconnected water supply system, raising contamination fears. Officials admit limited control. Read the full investigation.
The 4th Surat Literature Festival returns from Jan 9-11, 2026, at VNSGU with Pratik Gandhi, Sudipto Sen & more. Explore the full schedule, cultural events, and a biodiversity workshop. Read more!
Amitav Ghosh launched his new novel 'Ghost Eye' in Delhi, discussing its themes of reincarnation, food memories, and ecological skepticism. Read the full conversation.
Gujarat gears up for the International Kite Festival 2026! Discover the official dates for Uttarayan and key venues in Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, and Rajkot. Plan your visit now!
Surat to run 23 buses on 19 routes for the Suvali Beach Festival from Jan 9-11, aiming to reduce congestion and boost coastal tourism. Discover the festival highlights!
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!
While Mumbai & Delhi grab headlines, Surat is India's fashion engine. It produces 30 million meters of fabric daily & processes 90% of world's diamonds. Discover the city democratizing style.