December 20, 2025

38th Hyderabad Book Fair Opens at NTR Stadium with Thousands of Visitors and Rare Books

The 38th Hyderabad Book Fair started at NTR Stadium with a massive crowd and rich book collections. Minister Jupally Krishna Rao announced library plans for all gram panchayats. The fair runs till December 29, offering books, cultural events, and food stalls daily.

December 19, 2025

National Puppetry Festival Begins in Mysuru with Top Puppetry Teams

The National Puppetry Festival started in Mysuru on December 19. Leading puppeteers from India are performing and sharing their art at Hardwicke School till December 21.

December 19, 2025

Hyderabad Hosts International Short Film Festival 2025 to Boost Young Filmmakers

Hyderabad’s International Short Film Festival 2025 began with ministers highlighting short films as a launchpad for new talent and Telangana's support for cinema growth.

December 19, 2025

The Exclusive Pari Nagaswaram That Inspired Tamil Hit Thillana Mohanambal

The Tamil hit Thillana Mohanambal features a unique challenge involving the rare Pari nagaswaram, an ancient instrument played only at Tiruvarur's Thyagarajaswamy Temple by a 23rd-generation family.

December 19, 2025

Top 10 Must-Read Fiction Books of 2025 Revealed

Discover the 10 standout fiction books of 2025, from gripping thrillers and intimate sagas to vivid explorations of identity and history. Writers like Salman Rushdie, Kiran Desai, and John Banville shine in this diverse literary lineup.