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mashable 13 Nov 2026 1:45 pm

Why telling stories from the Himalaya is an argument against extinction

Stephen Alter, who recently won the Himalayan Echoes Nature Prize, has often put the young, fold mountains at the centre of his writing. Other chroniclers, from Peter Matthiessen to Namita Gokhale, have written about the reality of living in a region which inspires both awe and fear

The Hindu 13 Nov 2026 11:45 am

Chhath Puja 2026: Know Date, Traditions

mashable 12 Nov 2026 2:50 pm

Booker Prize 2026 and a case to take science fiction and fantasy more seriously

Literary fiction and SFF can offer different possibilities even within the same novel, and the conventions of one form cannot be used to judge them all

The Hindu 12 Nov 2026 12:20 pm

Review | Sonia Gandhis Belonging: A memoir of revelation and reticence

The memoir stands out for its striking candour, not as much for its scrutiny of the party and its leadership

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 9:00 pm

Review | Sonia Gandhis Belonging: A memoir of revelation and reticence

The memoir stands out for its striking candour, not as much for its scrutiny of the party and its leadership

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 9:00 pm

Lisa Jewell: I will never sell out my characters

Lisa Jewell talks about her latest novel, It Could Have Been Her, and her audiobook, All She Wants For Christmas, and how she would rather her books were boring than inauthentic, unrealistic, or unlikely

The Hindu 11 Nov 2026 12:40 pm

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

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

Poland in shock as six dead after mass shooting in Krakow

A Polish gunman likely influenced by far-right ideology killed

devdiscourse 8 Nov 2026 2:21 am

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

N Ram on his interview with Sonia Gandhi

In an interview with The Hindu by N. Ram, former Congress President Sonia Gandhi reflects on her upcoming memoir, Belonging: A Journey of Love. She discusses the impact of twelve years of BJP-RSS rule on Indian democracy, defends the Congress partys fight for a level playing field, and shares how her love story with Rajiv Gandhi evolved into a lifelong commitment to India.

The Hindu 7 Nov 2026 9:02 am

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

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

NAALAYAK Reveals His Next Single

mashable 4 Nov 2026 12:11 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

Ellen DeGeneres on late producer Matthew 'Matt' Wright: He was the glue of the family

Digital Desk | Mumbai, Nov 3 (IANS) Ellen DeGeneres has paid an emotional tribute to her longtime producer Matt Wright, who recently passed away. The TV host remembered him as a funny, smart and kind person and said that he was the glue that held the entire family of The Ellen Show together. She shared a video message, where she was heard saying: So Matt Wright, who was our executive producer and was featured on our show a lot, died the other day and he he was an amazing guy. He was funny. God, he made me laugh. He would surprise me with things that he did all the time. He was smart and he was kind. He was a part of our show that... I mean, everyone loved him. Everyone loved him. I loved him and he... It's just shocking. It's shocking. We were working on a project to do together that we were supposed to start. We had just been... Anyway, we're going to miss him. He is and always will be the glue to our entire family at the Ellen Show and he will... I think this is going to be a really... I don't know what I'm saying. Anyway, and to Justin, his husband, and to his family, I'm so sorry because we lost a good guy. He was a good guy and he and tWitch were so close. She also recalled his close bond with late DJ and executive producer Stephen tWitch Boss, adding that the two are now together dancing and laughing. So now he and tWitch are together dancing and laughing. He's my producer, Matt Wright, and I never knew that someone could have such strong opinions about everything. One of my biggest pet peeves is when I'm at a You say you've got a couple appetizers, but I want it coursed out. Don't bring everything to me at once. That annoys me so much. Like if you're at sushi and you order a bunch of things and all of a sudden it's like, they're coming at me and they're putting stuff down. And if I'm at a two-top table and they're boom, boom, boom, I'm at a two-top. And they'll come over like, oh, where should I put this? You tell me. You brought it over. She went on and said There's so many things here. You have strong opinions about our Strong Opinions with Matt segment. It's a brand new segment. I hate it. Next we have Little Pauly right here. And oh, oh my. How do you like the food? Matt, crown all your pickles. It's me, Mario. I'm a gay. Hey. Wow. I had, I had no. Where did you two meet? Oh, that's a good story. No, it was a long time ago. Love at first sight. You see a man fill out overalls like that. Mamma mia. If I have two electricians working on my show who wanted to make a statement about their relationship. So please welcome Curt and Bernie. Wow. It seems like you guys are really comfortable physically with each other. Yeah. Cause we're friends. That's what friends do. Am I right? I mean, we spend so much time together. We work together. We have that time share together in Fire Island. We host our weekly RuPaul's Drag Race viewing parties. We also have a little side business where we sell homemade scented candles. It's a little passion project of ours.

bhaskarlive 3 Nov 2026 9:59 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

Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul on his memoir Without Fear or Favour and the executives growing influence over the collegium system

The former Supreme Court judge on delays in clearing collegium recommendations and the need for reform

The Hindu 1 Nov 2026 8:59 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

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

India working with Russia, Ukraine, Europe on three-point plan on shipping, grain and energy: EAM Jaishankar

Digital Desk | Washington, Nov 1 (IANS) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has said India is in discussions with Russia, Ukraine and Europe on three aspects of the conflict, protecting civilian shipping and seafarers, restoring grain exports from the Black Sea and a non-attack on energy, and is coordinating the effort with the United States. Speaking to a group of Indian reporters in Atlanta on Saturday at the end of the G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting, EAM Jaishankar set out the three elements. Weve had discussions with Russia. Weve had discussions with Europe. Weve had discussions with Ukraine also about three aspects of the current conflict: one, not to attack civilian shipping and seafarers; the second, to find a way by which the grain exports from both Russia and Ukraine... find a way of restoring that flow because that flow has cut down very sharply in the Black Sea, and the third is with regard to energy, he said. He described the energy element as the hardest. Non-attack on energy is probably the most complicated piece because it means different things to the different players, EAM Jaishankar said. Infrastructure itself to some would mean a refinery. To some it would mean grids. There would be issues relating to ships carrying fuel. So we have been trying to see if we can get them together to address these issues, he said. He said the grain issue was a big concern for the global south because much of the purchasers of that grain are basically global south countries. EAM Jaishankar outlined Indias contacts with both sides at the highest levels. Prime Minister himself had, you know, discussion with(Russian) President (Vladimir) Putin in Delhi, and before that in Bishkek. I had gone earlier to Moscow, and we continue even today. I discussed it with (Russian Foreign Minister) Mr. Lavrov, and then in between, I had gone to Kyiv. And we are in touch with the Ukrainian side, he said. India was also keeping Washington in the loop, he said. We have also been coordinating this with the Americans, because they have their own peace mediation initiative. So Secretary Rubio knows roughly what is going on here, EAM Jaishankar said. He declined to go into specifics. Beyond that, in terms of details, state of play, etc., I dont think Id be in a position to share that publicly, he said. He said that at the G20 the overall message from India was that there are no military solutions to the two major conflicts with global ramifications, and that we have to find a diplomatic pathway, and of course we have been active ourselves in that regard. On the sidelines of the G20 meeting, EAM Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. He said in a post on X that he Discussed the Ukraine conflict, Gulf situation and multilateral issues with Lavrov.

bhaskarlive 1 Nov 2026 8:13 am

Delhi traders warn INDIA bloc rally may cause

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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

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

23 years later: Pakistan recreate India's Lord's magic with record-equalling chase

Pakistan produced a memorable run chase to beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in the One-Day International tri-series final in Lahore on Saturday. Fakhar Zaman led the charge with a brilliant century as the hosts chased down a target of 326 with nine balls to spare. Pakistan finished on 331 for seven in 48.3 overs to register the joint-highest successful chase in an ODI final. Pakistan equalled India's famous record against England in the 2002 NatWest Series final at Lord's.

The Times of India 1 Nov 2026 7:10 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

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The News Mill 1 Nov 2026 3:32 am