The 41st Patna Book Fair transforms Gandhi Maidan into a literary paradise, attracting over a lakh visitors. Discover book launches, interactive sessions, and the world's most expensive book priced at Rs 15 crore.
Megha Majumdar's new novel 'A Guardian and a Thief', set in a famine-stricken Kolkata, wins Oprah's praise but faces critique for its Americanised MFA sheen. Read our in-depth review.
Discover this week's essential reads, including a deep dive into India's 1971 war and a novel on Partition's legacy. Expand your literary horizons now!
Thousands paid homage to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on his 69th Mahaparinirvan Diwas at Nagpur's Deekshabhoomi. The event featured tributes, a blood donation drive, and reflections on his enduring legacy.
Watch the official teaser for the Telugu film 'Drive' starring Aadhi Pinisetty and Madonna Sebastian. Directed by Jenuse Mohamed and produced by V Ananda Prasad.
Greg & Dawn Williams pledge $401 million to Michigan State University, the largest gift in its history. A major boost for MSU athletics, NIL ventures, and academic programs. Details inside.
Dr Radhika Radhakrishnan's pencil sketch at Soorya Art Festival reimagines Michelangelo to highlight deceased organ donation. The exhibition runs until Friday at Ganesh Art Gallery.
Guru Angad Dev Veterinary University receives a high-value Murrah bull donation from a Haryana farmer, set to transform buffalo genetics in North India. Discover how this collaboration accelerates breed improvement.
A kidney donated at Bengaluru's Manipal Hospital was discarded after a minor laceration. The incident highlights the critical organ shortage, with over 4,700 awaiting transplants in Karnataka. Read more.
Kerala HC hears committee's warning against public appeals for organ donors. Panel suggests anonymous online platform and streamlined process. Next hearing on Dec 12.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez announce $102.5 million in grants to 32 US non-profits fighting homelessness via their Day 1 Family Fund. Discover the beneficiaries and their massive $2 billion pledge.
Days before turning 99, retired gynaecologist Dr K Lakshmi Bai donates Rs 3.40 crore to AIIMS Bhubaneswar for a gynaecologic oncology course and Rs 3 lakh for adolescent vaccination. Read her inspiring journey.
Dr M K Mohandas resigns as K-SOTTO nodal officer after state govt sought explanation for his critical Facebook post on organ donation programme. Read the full story.
Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu inaugurates the week-long Assam Book Fair in Silchar. The event, concluding Dec 10, celebrates reading's role in human civilization. Discover the highlights and the minister's powerful message.
A 55-year-old woman from Melur, declared brain dead after a road accident, becomes a life-saving hero. Her donated kidneys, liver, and corneas give a new lease of life to four patients across Tamil Nadu hospitals.
Explore new book releases: Vijai Trivedi's deep dive into the RSS at 100, the viral YouTube duo's trivia book, and a corporate turnaround story. Discover your next read!
A Haryana man's family turns tragedy into hope as organ donation saves three critically ill patients and restores vision for two others. Historic first liver transplant at PILBS.
Pune hospitals grapple with severe blood shortage, forcing surgery cancellations. Donations drop 50% while demand surges 30%. Learn how you can help save lives.
A Berhampur couple married by taking a constitutional oath and donated blood, inspiring 18 units of donations from guests. A unique ceremony breaking tradition.
Govt Upgraded Higher Primary School in Balanja celebrates 75 years with major infrastructure upgrades funded by alumnus Ashwath Hegde's Rs 15 lakh donation, enhancing rural education access.
Five-year-old thalassemia survivor Anvish Naik met his stem cell donor Ragapriya Sridhar for the first time at PHOCON conference. Their emotional reunion highlights the importance of blood stem cell donation.
Newly revealed documents show Dalai Lama donated 1.5kg gold to India's war fund during 1962 China conflict. Discover this historic gesture of solidarity.
India's digital organ donation registry achieves 4.54 lakh pledges since September 2023 launch. Maharashtra leads while Delhi ranks 15th. Discover the state-wise trends and age patterns shaping this life-saving initiative.
Karnataka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao urges universities to effectively implement Nasha Mukt Bharat and organ donation campaigns through a walkathon in Mangaluru. Join the movement for a drug-free India.
CMRI Hospital in Kolkata launches Eastern India's first bone bank, enabling bone transplants from cadavers. This breakthrough will aid trauma, spine, and joint surgery patients. Read more about this medical milestone.
The Book Club Pune, founded in 2001 by Satish and Mohini Khot, celebrates 25 years as a free, democratic literary institution connecting generations through world literature and translation.
Bombay High Court examines age limit under ART Act for childless couple seeking IVF treatment. Husband crossed 55-year limit during failed cycles. Hearing adjourned to December 3.
A devastating fire at Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court claims 128 lives. Apple CEO Tim Cook announces financial aid for relief efforts. Read the full report.
Gumana Ram Suthar, a carpenter turned businessman, pledges Rs 5 crore to build schools in his native Kanoi village, honoring his late wife's memory and transforming education in Rajasthan.
A special blood donation camp was organized in Jalandhar to commemorate Shaheedi Diwas, honoring Sikh martyrs. The event saw strong community participation and collected vital blood units.