The Kashmir Literature Festival began in Srinagar with J&K Lt Governor Manoj Sinha urging writers to erase the colonial mindset and reclaim India’s true history through literature
Renowned Urdu poet Bashir Badr, recipient of the Padma Shri, has passed away in Bhopal at the age of 91.
Winners of 'Gaza: Doctors Under Attack' slam BBC for shelving project, citing concerns over partiality.
The Kudmali language, a vibrant tongue spoken by many in eastern India, is on the verge of a new chapter. A new script, known as "Kudmali Kodmala," has been created to give the language a written form. This exciting development is thanks to the work ...
A special event recently took place in Jamshedpur, celebrating Hindi literature and honoring a significant figure from the past. Singhbhum Zilla Hindi Sahitya Sammelan organized a monthly poetry gathering at Tulsi Bhawan, combined with a tribute to S...
A recent conference in Ranchi brought together experts and enthusiasts to discuss the future of the Urdu language. The event focused on finding new ways to help Urdu thrive in today's world. ## Focusing on Urdu's Future The Urdu conference was a pl...
A leader from the Jharkhand Labour Kisan Morcha (JLKM) recently visited a celebrated artist to show respect for his accomplishments. Devendra Nath Mahato, a prominent figure in the JLKM, met with Mahavir Nayak, a Padma Shri award recipient, at Nayak'...
A new English translation of the Holy Quran by Dr. Zafarul-Islam Khan was unveiled in New Delhi on Saturday at the India Islamic Cultural Centre. The launch brought together a diverse audience of scholars, religious leaders, students, and community m...
Deoband, a quiet town in Uttar Pradesh, India, has been the subject of unwarranted criticism, particularly since the events of 9/11. Located a short distance from Delhi, this town possesses a rich heritage and culture. However, Deoband has unfortunat...
Sheikh Abdul Rahman Al-Sudais is celebrating 42 years as an Imam at Masjid Al-Haram in Makkah, a very important place for Muslims. His journey began in May of 1984, when he led his first afternoon prayer at the Grand Mosque. This special anniversary ...
A remarkable and rare sight is now on display at the Islamic Arts Biennale in Jeddah: a section of the Kaaba’s Kiswah. This sacred black cloth, richly decorated with gold Quranic verses, is an important symbol in Islam. For the first time ever, a pie...
Tapan Kumar Bose, a well-known documentary filmmaker and human rights advocate, passed away in New Delhi on January 30, 2025. He was 78 years old. Bose was not simply recording events; he was actively working to create change. He used his films as a ...
Saudi Arabia is embarking on a musical journey, bringing in a well-known composer to create a fresh sound for its national anthem. Hans Zimmer, the talent behind memorable movie scores like "The Lion King" and "Dune," will be working on this exciting...
The Cheraman Perumal Mosque, India's oldest mosque located in Kerala, is experiencing delays in its restoration because of insufficient funding. This historic site, believed to have been built around 630 AD, is currently undergoing a major project to...
The documentary "From Ground Zero: Stories from Gaza" has earned a spot on the shortlist for a 2024 Oscar. This film brings to light the difficult circumstances of Palestinian people living in Gaza. Director Rashid Masharawi created the film using 22...
Humra Qureshi, a well-known author and journalist, died on January 16, 2025. She was very dedicated to writing about the lives of people in Kashmir. Her work was all about giving a voice to those who weren't heard and showing the tough situations peo...
Humra Quraishi a veteran journalist author and columnist passed away at 70. She was well known for covering different social and political issues. She also wrote many books like "Kashmir: The Untold Story" and "Views: Yours and Mine". She even worked...
The third Hakeem Abdul Hameed Memorial Lecture happened on January 15th 2025 in New Delhi at Jamia Hamdard. It was put together by the Support Society with help from the Centre of Excellence in Unani Medicine at Jamia Hamdard and the Hamdard National...
In Varanasi India many local craftspeople are having a hard time because of new ways of doing things. These folks have always been a big part of what makes the city special but now they’re finding it tough to keep going. You see this all over as they...
Sahitya24 in Jharkhand had their yearly event called "Aavirbhav" where they gave awards for literature, journalism, and the arts. They recognized people for doing great things in these areas. Dilip Teterve got the Sahitya Kohinoor Samman for his writ...
