January 2, 2026

Musée d’Art Moderne Gets Historic Donation of 61 Matisse Works Featuring Daughter Marguerite

Musée d’Art Moderne in Paris received 61 Matisse artworks from the artist’s family. Most pieces show his daughter Marguerite. It’s a rare, generous donation that adds to the museum’s collection.

January 2, 2026

Canadian YouTuber Caleb Calls Moving to India a Smart Move, Highlights Rapid Growth

Canadian YouTuber Caleb praises India's fast tech and business growth, calling it a place full of opportunity. He says many miss the real story by focusing on negatives.

January 2, 2026

Banu Mushtaq’s ‘Heart Lamp’ wins International Booker Prize, spotlighting unheard voices

Banu Mushtaq's ‘Heart Lamp’ is the first Kannada translation and short story collection to win the International Booker Prize. The book highlights the lives of Muslim women in Karnataka. Also featured are Robert Macfarlane’s ‘Is A River Alive?’ and Zara Chowdhary’s memoir ‘The Lucky Ones’.

January 1, 2026

Mysuru Palace Shines with Eco-Friendly Fireworks on New Year, Drawing Record Crowds

Thousands cheered as Mysuru Palace lit up the sky with a stunning eco-friendly fireworks show on New Year's Eve. The festive event, part of the Maagi Utsava flower show, drew tourists and locals alike for a memorable welcome to 2026.

January 1, 2026

New Tamil Translation of 'From Volga to Ganga' Draws Huge Interest in Tamil Nadu

A latest Tamil translation of Rahul Sankrityayan’s famed book 'From Volga to Ganga' has seen 20,000 copies booked. With another 10,000 copies ready for the Chennai Book Fair, this political and historical gem continues to captivate readers across Tamil Nadu.