Chennai Book Fair visitors face major network issues
Network glitches plagued Day 2 of the 49th Chennai Book Fair, disrupting mandatory registration for 60% of visitors. Organizers promise a fix. Read more about the chaos and visitor backlash.
Network glitches plagued Day 2 of the 49th Chennai Book Fair, disrupting mandatory registration for 60% of visitors. Organizers promise a fix. Read more about the chaos and visitor backlash.
The New India Foundation invites submissions for the 9th Kamaladevi Chattopadhyay NIF Book Prize. Submit your non-fiction work on modern India by August 31, 2024. Apply now!
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.
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor calls Nehru the founder of Indian democracy but acknowledges his errors. He criticizes the BJP for making Nehru a 'scapegoat'. Read his full remarks.
Get ready for a literary feast! Discover eight major books slated for 2026, from new works by Salman Rushdie and Stephen King to exciting debuts. Mark your calendars now!
The 2024 New Delhi World Book Fair opens at Pragati Maidan, spotlighting Indian languages and heritage. Explore thousands of titles from Feb 10-18. Plan your visit now!
The 49th Chennai International Book Fair opens with free entry, 980 stalls, and a focus on children's books. CM Stalin urges youth to read more. Details inside.
The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair begins Jan 10 with free entry for all. Explore over 1000 publishers, 600 events & a special theme on Indian military history. Don't miss it!
The 53rd New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 opens with free entry, a grand tribute to the Indian Armed Forces, and participation from 35+ countries. Discover 600+ events at Bharat Mandapam from Jan 10-18.
The 5th Assam Book Fair in Guwahati concluded with record sales exceeding Rs 7 crore. Books on singer Zubeen Garg saw massive interest, highlighting Assam's thriving reading culture. Discover the key highlights.
The 24th Bahuroopi National Theatre Festival kicks off in Mysuru on January 11, 2025. Featuring 22 plays in 10 languages, the event celebrates India's diverse theatrical traditions. Don't miss this cultural extravaganza!
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.
Oxford University Press India tenders a public apology to Chhatrapati Udayanraje Bhosale for unverified content in a 2003 book, following a Bombay High Court directive. Read the full story.
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurates KLIBF 2026 at the Assembly complex, presenting award to N S Madhavan. Week-long festival features Banu Mushtaq, discussions, and cultural events.
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!
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!