`Satyagraha` novel in the making?

`Satyagraha` novel in the making?

Last Updated: Thursday, March 21, 2013, 13:34

Prakash Jha, who is busy shooting his new political drama ‘Satyagraha’ in Bhopal, has plans to turn the film`s story into a novel that will be published post the movie`s release.

Clubs, journals nurture India`s Gen Y poets

Clubs, journals nurture India`s Gen Y poets

Last Updated: Thursday, March 21, 2013, 11:05

Hope springs eternal in the world of poetry as Generation Y takes to verse to express its feelings, aided and abetted by mushrooming poetry clubs and societies across India.

The world is becoming a shopping centre: Jeffrey Archer

The world is becoming a shopping centre: Jeffrey Archer

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013, 10:50

India remains an inspiration for acclaimed British novelist and short story writer Jeffrey Archer with its "manic pace, more than 50 million readers and warm hospitality".

Emma Watson not interested in `Fifty Shades of Grey` film adaptation?

Emma Watson not interested in `Fifty Shades of Grey` film adaptation?

Last Updated: Tuesday, March 19, 2013, 08:47

Emma Watson is reportedly not interested in taking the coveted lead role in the upcoming big screen adaptation of the book ‘Fifty Shades Of Grey’.

Online libraries re-kindle the thrill of reading

Online libraries re-kindle the thrill of reading

Last Updated: Monday, March 18, 2013, 09:13

When was the last time you visited a library, browsed through the hundreds of titles, and finally borrowed a book that evoked your interest? Online libraries that promise to offer nearly the same experience have caught the readers` fancy and are rekindling a lost love.

Sexual harassment of women still treated lightly: Shobhaa De

Sexual harassment of women still treated lightly: Shobhaa De

Last Updated: Sunday, March 17, 2013, 09:19

Sexual harassment of women is not seen to be serious in India, with lewd remarks about a woman being treated as "ched-chad" and meant to be taken lightly as mischief, writer and commentator Shobhaa De says.

Jim Carrey to author children`s book

Jim Carrey to author children`s book

Last Updated: Friday, March 15, 2013, 17:20

Comedian Jim Carrey is all set to add author to his resume with a new children`s book.

Kate Moss reads `Fifty Shades of Grey` on air

Kate Moss reads `Fifty Shades of Grey` on air

Last Updated: Friday, March 15, 2013, 13:45

Kate Moss gave listeners a treat by reading an extract from the erotic novel `Fifty Shades of Grey` on radio.

Diplomat Abhay K wins SAARC prize

Diplomat Abhay K wins SAARC prize

Last Updated: Friday, March 15, 2013, 09:09

Diplomat and poet Abhay K has been awarded the SAARC Literature Award for his contribution to contemporary South Asian poetry.

Katy Perry bags 2 million pounds autobiography deal

Katy Perry bags 2 million pounds autobiography deal

Last Updated: Thursday, March 14, 2013, 13:16

Pop star Katy Perry has reportedly signed a deal worth 2 million pounds to bring out her autobiography.

Throwing new light on Bhagat Singh, forgotten Indian martyrs

Throwing new light on Bhagat Singh, forgotten Indian martyrs

Last Updated: Thursday, March 14, 2013, 08:40

A new book on the role and contribution of revolutionaries of the Ghadar Party provides fresh insights into India`s freedom struggle which has largely been monopolised by Congress leaders.

Jessica Alba gives tips on living naturally in new book

Jessica Alba gives tips on living naturally in new book

Last Updated: Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 18:08

Jessica Alba`s new book is set to help parents clean up their act by sharing nontoxic alternatives to everyday products, plus parenting tips like packing the perfect diaper bag.