Congress leader Sonia Gandhi has assured the Prime Ministers' Museum & Library of cooperation regarding Jawaharlal Nehru's private papers. The museum had sought access to the 51 cartons reclaimed in 2008.
Public libraries in Karnataka face a shortage of updated competitive exam books despite high student footfall. The state is considering policy changes to address procurement and price cap issues.
Kerala's State Central Library in Thiruvananthapuram lacks UPI payments and modern shelves, causing student inconvenience. Despite high demand, govt delays funds and digital shift. Read more.
Fans and villages in Ludhiana district pay tribute to Dharmendra on his first birth anniversary since his death. Plans for a memorial library and special prayers mark the occasion. Read more.
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!
A fire broke out in the UPS room of BHU's Cyber Library in Varanasi. All 400 students were evacuated safely. Short circuit suspected. Read the full report.
Prayagraj's paddy procurement sees major boost with 161 centres & faster MSP payments. Over 4,400 farmers already paid Rs 4,701 lakh. Read about the new OTP-based system.
Belgian police raid EU offices in a major fraud probe, detaining ex-foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini. The scandal follows the $100M Kyiv affair, shaking Brussels. Read the full details.
Bhavan Vidyalaya in Chandigarh celebrated National Library Week with a vibrant literary festival, featuring author talks, book fairs, and student-led activities to promote reading culture.
Berhampur University's new 'talking book library' converts texts to audio, aiding visually-impaired students in independent research. Discover how this initiative promotes inclusive higher education.
Following Operation Sindoor, India signs deal to procure advanced Heron MK-II drones for the Navy. The UAVs are already in service with the Army and Air Force. Read the full details.
Israel Aerospace Industries is prepared to meet India's 30% indigenous content requirement for its mid-air refueller bid, boosting the 'Make in India' initiative in defence.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces MSP procurement of maize for animal feed via KSCMCF. Government to bear all transportation and handling costs, aiding farmers. Details here.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath reviews paddy procurement, orders increase in centres to 5000. Over Rs 1,984 crore paid to 1.51 lakh farmers. Strict instructions issued on payments & fertiliser supply.
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.
Following the success of Operation SINDURA, India accelerates its Heron MK-II drone procurement. This move strengthens border surveillance and national security. Read the full strategic analysis.
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!
Ganjam district launches paddy procurement from Dec 23 with 36.53 quintal target. 1.56 lakh farmers registered for the process across 476 mandis. Learn key details.
School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi announced the ₹290-crore Kamarajar library in Trichy will be ready by January. The project highlights Tamil Nadu's educational development.
Maharashtra librarians, earning as low as ₹2,223 monthly, plan silent protest in Wardha demanding threefold salary increase and library modernization. Learn why these community pillars feel abandoned.
Andhra Pradesh launches emergency measures to protect paddy and dairy farmers from Cyclone Ditwah. Rapid procurement and direct payments ensure financial security. Read more.
Karnataka government brokers deal for companies to buy maize at MSP, offering relief to farmers. Key ministers ensured immediate procurement. #KarnatakaNews #Farmers
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.
Uttar Pradesh government's paddy procurement drive shows remarkable success with 8.28 lakh metric tonnes purchased from 1.39 lakh farmers. CM Yogi ensures 48-hour payments and transparent system. #UttarPradesh #Farmers
Former CM Bhupesh Baghel attacks state government over paddy procurement problems, electoral roll revision, and administrative failures. Farmers face distress due to technical glitches.
Paddy procurement in Sambalpur district failed to begin as scheduled, angering farmers. Millers demand higher transport charges and clearance of 3-year dues. Farmers threaten highway blockade if issue unresolved by Saturday.
Rajasthan's finance department amends procurement rules, allowing multiple agencies beyond RTDC for official event catering. Officials fear this move will deepen RTDC's financial crisis. Explore the implications.
A rare 1939 Superman comic found in an attic sells for a record $9.12 million. Discover the incredible story behind this piece of pop culture history!