facebook

Art & Culture

...

Dissent, perspective, and history

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 10:13 am

History is mostly artifice: Rebecca Perry, author of Booker-shortlisted May We Feed the King

How much of history is curation, and can the past ever be fully known, asks Perry with her novel

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 6:34 am

U.K. writer M. John Harrison wins Booker for AI-tinged apocalyptic novel

M. John Harrison, 81, became the oldest winner of the award, which comes with a 50,000 ($67,000) prize

The Hindu 10 Nov 2026 3:53 am

Bhai Dooj 2026 Date

mashable 9 Nov 2026 11:51 am

Jean Drze urges T.N. govt. to take strict action amid report of fake book at Kalaignar Centenary Library

It is important to stem the rot before it spreads, all the more so if this book was AI-generated, the economist said in a clarification via e-mail to The Hindu

The Hindu 8 Nov 2026 8:12 pm

Poland in shock after six die in Krakow mass shooting

A Polish gunman likely influenced by far-right ideology killed six people in

devdiscourse 8 Nov 2026 3:46 am

Six dead after gunman opens fire in Krak

The Guardian 8 Nov 2026 2:49 am

Polish police say one British citizen killed in Krakow shooting

One of the people killed in a mass shooting in the southern Polish city of Krakow was a British citizen, Polish police said on Saturday.

devdiscourse 8 Nov 2026 2:21 am

NATO Nation Poland In SHOCK: 5 Killed, 10 Injured As Gunman Goes On Shooting Spree In Krakow

At least five people have been killed and more than 10 injured in a shooting at Krakow's Main Market Square. According to local police, a man drove into the busy square and opened fire at random from his car. Police officers shot the suspect, who was subsequently taken to hospital. Authorities are investigating the incident, while Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk is being briefed by the interior ministry. The suspect's identity, motive and the condition of those injured remain unclear.

The Times of India 8 Nov 2026 1:25 am

What we know about Krakow mass shooting so far

At least six people were killed by a gunman in military fatigues who opened fire in Poland's second largest city.

BBC 7 Nov 2026 11:52 pm

5 killed, over 10 injured in shooting near main market square in Poland's Krakow; gunman shot by police

At least five people were killed and more than 10 injured after a gunman opened fire near Krakow's Main Market Square in Poland. Police shot the suspect during an attempted arrest after he allegedly exchanged fire with officers. Two police officers were also injured, while authorities investigate the motive.

IBTimes 7 Nov 2026 11:41 pm

Five People Lose Their Lives in Shooting in Polands Krakow

Unverified footage shared on social media showed people fleeing the scene as shots and police sirens rang out. Other video showed people lying on blood-spattered paving stones and bystanders trying to resuscitate them.

Deccan Chronicle 7 Nov 2026 10:45 pm

Five killed, over a dozen injured as gunman opens fire in Poland's Krakow

Five people were killed and more than a dozen injured after a gunman opened fire Saturday afternoon in a market square in Krakow, Poland, police said. The gunman aimed at random people as he drove by the city's Main Square, Krakow police said. Police officers are among the wounded. The perpetrator was shot and wounded during a confrontation with police. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, in a post on X, said police are investigating the attack. Other details were not immediately available. Krakow is the second-largest city in Poland and roughly 250 kilometres from the capital, Warsaw.

Business Standard 7 Nov 2026 9:33 pm

Five killed in mass shooting in Krakow city of Poland, attacker shot dead by police

Five people were killed and several others injured in a shooting in the Polish city of Krakow on Saturday, according to police. The incident occurred in the city centre, prompting an emergency response and a police search for the armed attacker.

India TV 7 Nov 2026 9:18 pm

Gunman Opens Fire in Krakow, Killing at Least 5, Polish Police Say

The authorities said that the gunman, who began shooting from a car near a market square, was shot and taken to a hospital.

The New York Times 7 Nov 2026 9:14 pm

2 Killed, 10 Injured In Shooting Near Main Market Square In Poland's Krakow

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk wrote on X that police are investigating a shooting and that he is being informed by the interior ministry.

NDTV 7 Nov 2026 8:57 pm

Sonia Gandhi interview: Great damage done to the fabric of India by BJP

Ahead of the launch of her book, Sonia Gandhi speaks to The Hindu, answering a number of questions personal and political

The Hindu 7 Nov 2026 8:06 am

Id always disliked politics | An excerpt from Sonia Gandhis Belonging: A Journey of Love

In her memoir, the senior Congress party leader revisits the years of hesitation and personal conflict before duty finally prevailed

The Hindu 7 Nov 2026 8:05 am

Where I truly belong: Sonia Gandhi on her memoir Belonging: A Journey of Love

Ahead of the release of her much-discussed memoir, the senior Congress party leader talks about her journey from privacy to public life in India

The Hindu 7 Nov 2026 8:05 am

Review | Hollywood, Ending: John Greens first-ever novel for adults

The author reveals the hope and disillusionment behind Hollywoods glittering facade via two young protagonists

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 6:41 pm

Review | All Them Dogs by Djamel White: Irish gangster noir meets forbidden love

This dazzling debut longlisted for the 2026 Booker Prize is a powerful portrait of masculinity and desire

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 6:19 pm

Deepavali Malars: A reading tradition amid the celebrations

A look at the few specially curated Deepavali editions featuring articles ranging from cinema, science and literature to music and culture.

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 2:19 pm

Vizag Junior Literary Fest: Sessions filling up fast ahead of November 21 launch

Registrations are open for Vizag Junior Literary Fest, with seats for limited-capacity sessions filling up fast

The Hindu 6 Nov 2026 8:49 am

Collins Dictionary chooses mogging as its 2026 word of the year

Collins Dictionary has named mogging as its word of the year

The Hindu 5 Nov 2026 11:05 am

NAALAYAK Reveals His Next Single

mashable 4 Nov 2026 12:11 pm

From Korean fiction to Ambedkar, National Book Trust report maps Gen Z reading habits

NBT report based on sample survey of visitors to Delhi book fair, of which 40% were college students; best-sellers included global fiction, self-help titles, Hindi classics; regional language literature suffers from publisher availability constraints

The Hindu 3 Nov 2026 9:36 pm

Ellen DeGeneres Mourns the Loss of Longtime Producer Matt Wright

Ellen DeGeneres expresses deep sorrow over the passing of producer Matt Wright, a beloved figure on her show. Ellen DeGeneres Mourns the Loss of Longtime Producer Matt Wright

Daily Kiran 3 Nov 2026 12:21 pm

How Did Matthew Wright Die? Explore Ellen DeGeneres Show Executive Producers Death

How did Matthew Wright die? The Ellen DeGeneres Show executive producer died at 52 on 30 October. Read on to know more about his death, career, and his family.

Only My Health 3 Nov 2026 10:47 am

Irish bookshops help meet U.K. demand for Sally Rooney novels

Publisher Faber said it could no longer distribute Ms. Rooney's books in the United Kingdom because it could not transfer U.K. earnings to the author after she announced plans to donate those proceeds to Palestine Action, which is banned in Britain

The Hindu 2 Nov 2026 9:28 am

Reading and Reality

What shall we publish to sensitise Indian teenagers?

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 11:51 pm

First batch of Agniveers in Indian Navy set to exit service on November 21 as 4-year tenure ends

The first batch of Agniveers inducted into the Indian Navy is set to complete its four-year tenure and exit service on November 21. Around 2,100 Agniveers were inducted into the Indian Navy in the first...

India TV 1 Nov 2026 9:35 am

How were the States formed and how has the Indian map changed since 1947?

The last transformation of the Indian map happened in 2019 with the creation of the Union Territories of J&K and Ladakh

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 9:26 am

BJP releases 'Thago Ka Mela' poster ahead of INDIA bloc's Ramlila Maidan rally

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Ahead of the INDIA bloc's rally at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan on Sunday, the BJP's Delhi unit released a controversial poster titled 'Thago Ka Mela' (Fair of Thugs), targeting Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and several other opposition leaders. Designed in the style of a film poster, the graphic features Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Shiv Sena(UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, and other INDIA bloc leaders. The poster describes the objective of the purported 'mela' as spreading rumours and creating anarchy in the country at the behest of anti-national forces to protect their political ground. Directed by Rahul Gandhi and produced by Akhilesh Yadav, reads another line on the poster, taking a swipe at the opposition leaders. Sharing the poster on X, the BJP's Delhi unit said: Today, at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, it's going to be held again - 'The Fair of Thugs'. It further alleged that the objective was o spread rumours and anarchy in the country at the behest of anti-national forces in order to save their political ground. The poster comes as the INDIA bloc prepares to hold a major protest gathering at Ramlila Maidan against alleged electoral irregularities and the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. The opposition alliance is set to organise a large-scale 'Chalo Dilli' march, culminating at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday. The protest is aimed at highlighting alleged irregularities in the voter list revision process undertaken by the Election Commission of India (ECI), opposing the SIR exercise and demanding the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The INDIA bloc expects a major show of strength, with opposition leaders, party workers and student groups likely to participate in the rally. Meanwhile, Delhi Police have stepped up security arrangements across the national capital ahead of the march. Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) is in force across Delhi districts, and gatherings have been prohibited at key locations, including Jantar Mantar and the Election Commission office. According to the security arrangements, leaders will be allowed to reach designated venues in their personal vehicles. Police and paramilitary personnel are also set to be deployed at Ramlila Maidan, with security tightened ahead of the opposition gathering.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 9:08 am

Six Indian Tourists Go Missing While Trekking in Nepal

The missing tourists, comprising two women and four men, were travelling from Ward Nos. 4 and 8 of Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality towards Shey-Phoksundo Lake

Deccan Chronicle 1 Nov 2026 8:53 am

Delhi dangal: BJP to hold 1984 anti-Sikh riots protest to counter INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Dilli' rally

Delhi is set for a major political face-off on Sunday (November 1), with the opposition INDIA bloc and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) holding parallel demonstrations in the national capital.

India TV 1 Nov 2026 8:50 am

Indian American lawmaker hits back after Trump calls him lightweight, total dope

Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 1 (IANS) Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna has hit back at President Donald Trump, who attacked him repeatedly on Friday over his criticism of the cost of the war with Iran, calling him a lightweight at the White House and a total dope at a campaign rally in Florida. Speaking in the Oval Office on October 30, Trump said: I watch this guy, Ro Khanna, whos a lightweight. And he was saying that, President Trump is spending a lot of money. Well, I spent a lot of money in order to get rid of a nuclear weapon, which weve done. But any money weve spent in Iran, weve more than made up for with what we did in Venezuela, taken in hundreds of billions of dollars, many, many times, Trump said. Later in the day, at a midterm rally in Daytona, Florida, Trump returned to the Democratic lawmaker from California. I watch this total dope, Ro Khanna, Trump said, according to HuffPost. Fox puts him on all the time. You know, Fox is giving Democrats more time than they give Republicans. Im working my ass off, Im doing rallies -- and I come back and I watch the opponent of the person I did the rally for. Im not happy. But I watched Ro Khanna, of course, on Fox this morning. I cant watch him, Trump said. Trump also called Khanna a radical left loser over his calls for impeachment. Khanna responded on X. Thanks for the 4 shoutouts today, Mr. President. Ill be on Fox this Sunday to share more of my thoughts on your failure in Iran and how its raised gas and food prices, he wrote. If you get a break from bragging about oil company profits and playing golf, tune in! he added. He did not say which Fox programme he would appear on. In an earlier post, Khanna wrote: Trump said Bush didnt seem smart for spending trillions in the Middle East. Now he calls me a lightweight for opposing $47B in Iran. Spend that money on jobs and childcare for Americans. His voters wanted him to stay out of war. He lied. Result: Blue Tsunami Tuesday, Khanna wrote. The $47 billion figure is Khannas. HuffPost described it as the estimated cost of the war. Khanna had appeared on Fox & Friends hours before Trumps remarks, criticising the Iran war and raising possible impeachment proceedings. Khanna, who represents Californias 17th Congressional District in Silicon Valley, is among the most prominent Indian American members of Congress and a frequent critic of the administrations foreign policy. Americans vote in the midterm elections on Tuesday, November 3.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 8:47 am

The Great Indians: Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak

Bilkul Online | Sunday Special By Rafat Quadri (Editor) Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak: The Man Who Made Sanitation a Mission of The post The Great Indians: Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 1 Nov 2026 8:44 am

Posters for INDIA bloc

The News Mill

The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 8:42 am

CJP's Abhijeet Dipke Meets Mamata Banerjee Ahead Of INDIA Bloc Rally, Says Won't Join Protest

Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke met West Bengal Chief Minister and Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee in Delhi on Saturday, ahead of the INDIA bloc's rally against alleged vote theft. While thanking her for supporting the CJP's protests, Dipke

Oneindia 1 Nov 2026 8:37 am

India Advocates Three-Pronged Approach to Mitigate Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Indias Foreign Minister outlines a three-point strategy to address the Russia-Ukraine conflict, focusing on maritime security and grain exports. India Advocates Three-Pronged Approach to Mitigate Russia-Ukraine Conflict

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 8:31 am

PM Modi Celebrates Madhya Pradeshs Foundation Day, Highlights States Role in Self-Reliant India

Prime Minister Modi wishes Madhya Pradesh a happy Foundation Day, praising its contributions to Indias development and self-reliance. PM Modi Celebrates Madhya Pradeshs Foundation Day, Highlights States Role in Self-Reliant India

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 8:21 am

Delhi traders warn INDIA bloc rally may cause

The News Mill

The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 8:07 am

Tribute to Indias Iron Man in Atlanta

Indian Minister S. Jaishankar pays homage to Sardar Patel in Atlanta, marking the unveiling of his statue on National Unity Day. Tribute to Indias Iron Man in Atlanta

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 8:07 am

'Animals have no voice, but we do': Ambika Shukla's fierce warning on India's proposed lab testing rules

With the November 5 deadline approaching for public feedback on the Centre's proposed draft rules governing the use of animals in laboratories, animal welfare activist Ambika Shukla has raised serious concerns over the proposed changes,...

India TV 1 Nov 2026 8:00 am

INDIA Bloc's 'Chalo Dilli' March Today: 10,000 Personnel Deployed, Traffic Curbs Likely

Central Delhi will see a massive security deployment on Sunday as the Opposition INDIA bloc prepares to take its protest against Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar to the streets. Nearly 10,000 police and paramilitary personnel will be stationed along the

Oneindia 1 Nov 2026 7:58 am

INDIA bloc to hold Chalo Dilli march at Ramlila Maidan today

Digital Desk | New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) The INDIA bloc is set to organise a large-scale Chalo Dilli march culminating at Delhis Ramlila Maidan on Sunday to protest alleged electoral irregularities, oppose the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar. The opposition alliance expects a major show of strength, with opposition leaders, party workers, and student groups likely to participate in the rally. The protest comes amid allegations by opposition parties of irregularities in the voter list revision process being conducted by the Election Commission of India (ECI). Delhi Police have stepped up security arrangements across the national capital ahead of the march. Section 163 is in force across Delhi districts, and gatherings have been prohibited at key locations, including Jantar Mantar and the Election Commission office. Leaders will be allowed to reach the designated venues in their personal vehicles. Police and paramilitary personnel are also set to be deployed at Ramlila Maidan, with security arrangements tightened ahead of the opposition gathering. Ahead of the rally, Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi appealed to people travelling to Delhi to join the march and support local traders during the festive season. In a post on X on Saturday, he said, Tomorrow, lakhs of people are coming to Delhi for the Ramlila March. It is the festive season. The time of Diwali, Chhath, and Bhai Dooj has arrived. I want those lakhs of people coming to Delhi from outside to support the traders here. Protest, march, hold rallies, and along with that, do a little shopping too - it will benefit the traders. I know the rally will not harm the traders. The BJP is scared, that's why it's spreading rumors. But let's do both. Tomorrow there will be a march, there will be a rally, and lakhs of people will buy goods from the small shops of our traders, he said. Congress MP and party General Secretary (Organisation) K.C. Venugopal had also appealed to people across the country to join the November 1 rally, targeting the BJP-led Centre over the alleged irregularities in the SIR exercise. In a video message posted on X on Thursday, Venugopal described the opposition mobilisation as Chalo Dilli, Vote Bachao, Desh Bachao and alleged that democracy was under attack. Thirteen crore names have been deleted from electoral rolls. There is a massive fraud happening in voter rolls in state after state, he alleged, referring to the SIR being conducted by the ECI. Venugopal also said that Rahul Gandhi was leading the opposition's fight and was fearlessly raising questions and holding those in power accountable. The INDIA bloc's rally is expected to bring together opposition leaders and supporters from different parts of the country, with the alliance seeking to highlight its concerns over electoral rolls and the functioning of the Election Commission.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 7:52 am

Gold and Silver Prices Plunge This Week in India

Gold prices fell by 1,576 and silver by 13,071 this week, reflecting global market pressures and rising tensions in the Middle East. Gold and Silver Prices Plunge This Week in India

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 7:51 am

'Not good news': Ex-India star questions India's handling of Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

Mohammad Kaif has expressed concerns regarding India's choice to omit Vaibhav Sooryavanshi from the fourth T20I match. Sooryavanshi participated in the second and third T20Is, replacing the injured Ishan Kishan. Kaif believes that consistent opportunities would aid in boosting Sooryavanshi's confidence as a budding player. India leads the series 3-1 but suffered a substantial defeat in the fourth match.

The Times of India 1 Nov 2026 7:50 am

India, Turkey propose ideas to resume Black Sea grain shipments: Marco Rubio

India, Turkey propose ideas to resume Black Sea grain shipments: Marco Rubio

The Economic Times 1 Nov 2026 7:15 am

INDIA blocs rally Live: 200 CCTVs, 4000 cops deployed; Rahul Gandhi urges protesters to support traders

Delhi is gearing up for INDIA bloc's mega rally at Ramlila Maidan on Sunday, with opposition leaders and supporters from different states beginning to reach the national capital for a show of strength against alleged electoral irregularities and to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar.

India TV 1 Nov 2026 7:01 am

Who are the Indian-origin candidates in U.S. midterm elections?

Democratic lawmakers Ro Khanna, Pramila Jayapal, Ami Bera and Suhas Subramanyam are seeking re-election to the U.S. Congress

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 6:56 am

INDIA bloc Ramlila Maidan rally: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory, check roads to avoid, timings and more

The Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory announcing traffic restrictions and diversions across parts of Central Delhi on Sunday (November 1) in view of the INDIA bloc rally at Ramlila Maidan . The restrictions will remain in force from 10 am to 5 pm. The traffic police have advised commuters to plan their journeys accordingly and use alternative routes.

India TV 1 Nov 2026 6:43 am

India's Latest Move With Sooryavanshi Is Not Good News, Kaif Explains How

Indian cricket team's strategy regarding Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is clear. The team management wants to groom the youngster and give him national team exposure as much as possible

NDTV 1 Nov 2026 6:09 am

Sam Bahadur

Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, fondly remembered as Sam Bahadur, was a legendary figure in The post Sam Bahadurs Amritsar Connection: A Tale of Roots and Remembrance appeared first on Khalsa Vox .

Khalsa Vox 1 Nov 2026 6:01 am

Indian Army conducts mega medical camp in Tripura

The News Mill

The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 3:32 am

KTR criticises Rahul Gandhi and Revanth Reddy before INDIA rally

The News Mill

The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 2:12 am

Rahul Gandhi urges INDIA bloc rally to support Delhi traders at Diwali

The News Mill

The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 12:32 am

BJP Leader Highlights Indias Rapid Poverty Reduction Under Modi Government

Nitin Naveen praises the Modi government for significant poverty reduction and job creation, showcasing Indias progress toward development. BJP Leader Highlights Indias Rapid Poverty Reduction Under Modi Government

Daily Kiran 1 Nov 2026 12:16 am

Understanding an elusive big cat | Review of The Ghost of the Mountains

Kulbhushansingh Suryawanshi explores what it means to share a landscape with the snow leopard

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 5:23 pm

Ameer Shahul on The Silent Syndicate and how care centres have now turned into profit centres

The public policy expert says financial interests and claim rejections are driving up the cost of treatment

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 5:21 pm

Looking at Bengalurus bookstores, beyond Church Street

The bookstores on Church Street in Bengaluru are well known; here are a few lesser-known ones that keep the love for reading alive in other parts of the city

The Hindu 30 Oct 2026 11:06 am