Shimla buildings crack, 40 evacuated amid tunnel work
Cracks from NH-5 tunnelling force 40 Shimla residents into freezing night. Minister promises compensation as NGT probes project's environmental impact. Details inside.
Cracks from NH-5 tunnelling force 40 Shimla residents into freezing night. Minister promises compensation as NGT probes project's environmental impact. Details inside.
Explore Sheila Kumar's review of the quietly luminous memoir 'Called by the Hills', a book that captures life's unspoken intimacy with the land. Discover the essence of mountain time.
The 53rd World Book Fair in Delhi's Pragati Maidan sees huge crowds. Free entry, interactive zones, and a focus on Indian military history attract families and young readers. Discover the highlights.
The 49th International Kolkata Book Fair begins Jan 22. With 1000 stalls & extended Green Line metro, organizers expect record crowds. Get all details here!
Shimla's iconic ice skating rink reports a successful season with 24 sessions held so far. Read about the revival, key figures, and future plans for this historic winter sports venue.
Major cracks appear in a Shimla six-storey building, residents evacuated. Minister blames NHAI tunnel construction for the damage, citing past incidents. Read for details on probe and traffic impact.
Plan your visit to the New Delhi World Book Fair 2026 (Jan 10–18) with this unique zodiac-based book recommendation guide. Discover what to read based on your astrological sign for the year ahead.
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!
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!
Himachal Pradesh High Court demands action on basic facilities at Atal Institute, Shimla. Officials face personal summons. Read about the court's directives on roads, parking & more.
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.
A devastating fire has completely destroyed the historic Junga Palace in Shimla. The three-centuries-old heritage structure, once the seat of the Keonthal Princely State, was reduced to ashes. Read the full report on the tragic loss.
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.
ISRO starts 2026 with PSLV-C62 launch on Jan 12, carrying DRDO's EOS-N1 spy satellite & 17 commercial payloads. Witness history at Sriharikota!
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.
A 15-year-old girl has gone missing from her home in Shimla's Krishna Nagar area. Police have registered a case and launched a search operation. Read for details.
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.
Himachal Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, at the closing of Shimla Winter Carnival, called for united efforts against drug menace. He praised the event's cultural success.
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 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!
Seven new books exploring Himachal Pradesh's languages, culture, and geography were launched in Shimla. Ministers emphasized the enduring passion for Hindi literature despite publishing challenges. Discover the key titles and insights.
Himachal Pradesh High Court expresses serious concern over safety violations at Shimla Winter Carnival. Read about the court's directives and the government's response.
Light snowfall graces Himachal's higher reaches as thousands of tourists flock for New Year. Shimla's Ridge hosts grand celebrations amid tight security. IMD predicts more snow.