Big on books: World Book Fair from February 4
12 years, 1 month ago

Big on books: World Book Fair from February 4

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More than 1,100 exhibitors from 23 countries will flock to the Pragati Maidan in the capital for the New Delhi World Book Fair 2013 from February 4 to 10. New Delhi: More than 1,100 exhibitors from 23 countries will flock to the Pragati Maidan in the capital for the New Delhi World Book Fair 2013 from February 4 to 10. One of the biggest book extravaganzas presented by the country’s apex publishing body, the National Book Trust, the fair will be inaugurated by Minister of State for Human Resource Development Shashi Tharoor, who will deliver the keynote address in the presence of Indian Council for Cultural Relations president and Rajya Sabha MP Karan Singh, and French ambassador Francois Richier, the NBT said. The fair will include special exhibition of books on various aspects of folk and tribal literature, culture, exhibits of art and crafts, workshops and panel discussions.

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20 lakh flock to World Book Fair 2025: Books, debates and 'We the People of India'
1 month, 1 week ago

20 lakh flock to World Book Fair 2025: Books, debates and 'We the People of India'

India Today  

With a footfall of 20 lakh, over 20,000 books, and more than 200 stalls -- including Bloomsbury, Penguin, and Oxford -- the World Book Fair 2025 drew in a vibrant and diverse crowd. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan at the event At the World Book Fair, Alisha, a book lover shared, "Thank God my mentors insisted I come. Together, the Brahmaputra …

World Book Fair a 'Gyan Kumbh', promoting Indian languages: Dharmendra Pradhan
1 month, 2 weeks ago

World Book Fair a 'Gyan Kumbh', promoting Indian languages: Dharmendra Pradhan

India Today  

Books from India, Books from Russia, Books from France. On the eighth day of World Book Fair 2025, Education Miniter Dharmendra Pradhan launched 41 books under the PM YUVA 2.0 scheme. Dharmendra Pradhan at World Book Fair 2025 During the event, Dharmendra Pradhan also released the Hindi version of the Saga of Kudopali: The Unsung Story of 1857, which will …

New Delhi World Book Fair 2025: Book lovers throng to Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan despite day 1 delays
1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Delhi World Book Fair 2025: Book lovers throng to Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan despite day 1 delays

Hindustan Times  

First day of a fair is expected to start with a bang, but this one was pretty loud to state how the interest for books is resurging! The New Delhi World Book Fair 2025 opened on Saturday, February 1, to a massive crowd of people who queued till the metro station on day 1. Books, authors, and a buzzing crowd …

‘Porunai Book Fair 2025’ off to colourful start; books on sale in 124 stalls
1 month, 3 weeks ago

‘Porunai Book Fair 2025’ off to colourful start; books on sale in 124 stalls

The Hindu  

With folk artistes performing a range of cultural events, the much-awaited 11-day ‘Porunai Book Fair 2025’ got off to a colourful start here on Friday. Writer Vannadasan inaugurated the book fair at Tirunelveli Trade Centre in the presence of District Collector K. P. Karthikeyan, Vice-Chancellor of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University N. Chandrasekar, District Revenue Officer M. Suganya, Sub- Collector, Cheranmahadevi, Arpit …

New Delhi Book Fair 2025: Here is everything that you need to know about time, venue, theme and activities
1 month, 3 weeks ago

New Delhi Book Fair 2025: Here is everything that you need to know about time, venue, theme and activities

Hindustan Times  

Whether you like reading literary classics or smut, self-help books or snazzy bedtime reads, the New Delhi Book Fair is back to present you with an opportunity to get reading now! New Delhi Book Fair 2025) Not just for book lovers With installations, books, movies, and cultural programs, the theme for this year's ultimate book extravaganza is ‘We, the People …

Delhi set to get its cultural fix at World Book Fair
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi set to get its cultural fix at World Book Fair

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi Delhi set to get its cultural fix at World Book Fair Documentaries, panel discussions, literary analysis and roundtables are among just a few of the exciting events the Bharat Mandapam will host this weekend, as part of the World Book Fair—one of the most-awaited academic exchange events—set to start this Saturday. The book fair will feature more than …

Curtains to go up on Kolkata’s biggest festival after Durga Puja — the book fair
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Curtains to go up on Kolkata’s biggest festival after Durga Puja — the book fair

The Hindu  

Residents of Kolkata who love the written word — most people in the city do — are planning the next two weeks around the book fair, an occasion they will use to catch up with old friends and new books. Souvik Ghoshal, also a school teacher and editor of Other Voice magazine, said the Kolkata Book Fair was special because …

World Book Fair 2025: Know date, timing, ticket prices, nearest metro station and more
2 months ago

World Book Fair 2025: Know date, timing, ticket prices, nearest metro station and more

India TV News  

World Book Fair 2025 is going to be organised once again in the national capital Delhi. Date and timing of World Book Fair 2025: The World Book Fair 2025 will be held from February 1 to 9 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. World Book Fair 2025 theme: This year, to mark 75 years of India as a republic, the …

World Book Fair 2025: Everything about tickets, timings, nearest Metro, and more
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2 months ago

World Book Fair 2025: Everything about tickets, timings, nearest Metro, and more

India Today  

Good news for all book enthusiasts, the New Delhi World Book Fair 2025 from February 1 to 9 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi is all set to start. Here are the key details about New Delhi World Book Fair 2025: WORLD BOOK FAIR 2025 LOCATION The book fair which is prominently known as New Delhi World Book Fair 2025, will …

International Trade Fair 2024 at Delhi's Pragati Maidan: Ticket prices, timing, and more
4 months ago

International Trade Fair 2024 at Delhi's Pragati Maidan: Ticket prices, timing, and more

Hindustan Times  

The 43rd India International Trade Fair is being held at Delhi's Pragati Maidan. "Vocal for Local, Local to Global," this year's theme, emphasises India's determination to strengthen domestic industry and broaden international trade ties. This year's theme, "Vocal for Local, Local to Global," emphasises India's efforts to strengthen local industry while expanding global trade linkages. Tickets Availability and Prices Since …

Trade Fair returns to Delhi with a bigger, bolder avatar at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan
4 months, 1 week ago

Trade Fair returns to Delhi with a bigger, bolder avatar at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan

Hindustan Times  

An annual event, in the Capital, which represents the cultural ethos of art and artisans from across the country is India International Trade Fair. Trade Fair is being organised at a bigger level this year, in the newly built halls in Bharat Mandapam Complex. But fans of foreign exhibitors must know that this year there are be 11 foreign participants …

National Book Fair begins from Sept 27; dedicated to Kakori martyrs
5 months, 3 weeks ago

National Book Fair begins from Sept 27; dedicated to Kakori martyrs

Hindustan Times  

: A special corner dedicated to literature related to freedom fighters and start-ups will be a major attraction for bibliophiles visiting Balrampur Garden during the 21st National Book Fair. Officials addressing media persons ahead of National Book Fair on Tuesday. Over 68 publishers will be a part of the book fair which includes – Rajkamal Prakashan, Lokbharti Prakashan, Vaani Prakashan, …

Book Fair and Stationery Fair return to Delhi: Namaskar, bibliophiles!
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Book Fair and Stationery Fair return to Delhi: Namaskar, bibliophiles!

Hindustan Times  

Indian literature has time and again been under the spotlight for being the ambassador of our rich cultural heritage. Acknowledging and highlighting the relevance of books published in India will be the upcoming 28th edition of Delhi Book Fair. "Besides promoting books of all genres, the aim is to focus on providing students with educational books and stationery," says Hema …

New Delhi World Book Fair 2024: A multi-lingual world in books
1 year, 1 month ago

New Delhi World Book Fair 2024: A multi-lingual world in books

The Hindu  

February 16, 2024 10:53 am | Updated 11:24 am IST For 50 years now, the New Delhi World Book Fair has brought together thousands of book lovers, readers, authors, publishers, scholars, educationists, students and literary enthusiasts from all over the world. This year too a mammoth crowd has been gathering at the newly constructed International Convention Centre at Pragati Maidan …

World Book Fair 2024 begins tomorrow in Delhi: Here's how to book tickets online
1 year, 1 month ago

World Book Fair 2024 begins tomorrow in Delhi: Here's how to book tickets online

India TV News  

Good news for book lovers! The World Book Fair 2024 is happening in Delhi starting from tomorrow, February 10. Details of the World Book Fair 2024 The World Book Fair will continue till February 18th, from 11 am to 8 pm daily. To book tickets online, visit the website Paytm Insider, Click on the “Buy Ticket” option, then select the …

National Digital Library for children to be unveiled at New Delhi World Book Fair
1 year, 1 month ago

National Digital Library for children to be unveiled at New Delhi World Book Fair

The Hindu  

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan will inaugurate the New Delhi World Book Fair at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan on February 10, the director of the National Book Trust of India, Yuvraj Malik, announced on Thursday. A National Digital Library for children and adolescents will also be unveiled during the festival. According to Mr. Malik, the library will make quality books available …

India Art Fair 2024: Artists, gallerists from South Asia converge in Delhi
1 year, 1 month ago

India Art Fair 2024: Artists, gallerists from South Asia converge in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

It’s time for the curtains to open as connoisseurs of art, from India and abroad, head to south Delhi to witness the 15th edition of India Art Fair. A view of the usual facade at India Art Fair, which houses exhibits from across the world especially South Asia. Truly, this annual showcase of modern and contemporary art from India and …

State artisans weave magic, woo visitors at Pragati Maidan fair
1 year, 4 months ago

State artisans weave magic, woo visitors at Pragati Maidan fair

Hindustan Times  

The only thing that reminded Sulakhi of home, seated over 1,600 km away, was the colour-coded, geometrical shawl, known as kapadaganda, which she embroidered. The red triangle represented sacrifice, the yellow stood for turmeric, and the green horizontal lines on the shawl were the jungle-clad Niyamgiri hills of Odisha – home to Sulakhi and other 8,000 members of the Dongria …

Trade Fair is back in bigger & better avatar at Pragati Maidan in Delhi
1 year, 4 months ago

Trade Fair is back in bigger & better avatar at Pragati Maidan in Delhi

Hindustan Times  

Wondering how much to carry so that you don’t fall short of money while shopping? “We are encouraging everyone to go cashless, to align the fair with the Digital India initiative,” informs Krishan Kumar, deputy general manager, India Trade Promotion Organisation, adding, “Cashless transactions are easier and more seamless to make, which is why thought to take this initiative in …

Delhi Book Fair: Calling all bibliophiles, stationery lovers to unite
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi Book Fair: Calling all bibliophiles, stationery lovers to unite

Hindustan Times  

Are your a hoarder of books or fan of quirky stationery? If yes, then look no further because the Delhi Book Fair has made its return to the Capital, and this time it’s reclaiming its pre-Covid original slot of the monsoon month. “Since youngsters are the ones who keep our fair lively, this event is designed in a way that …

New Delhi World Book Fair: A thrifting guide
2 years ago

New Delhi World Book Fair: A thrifting guide

Live Mint  

The New Delhi World Book Fair began last Saturday, and after an initial confusion about ticket availability, the crowds thronged halls 2-5 at Pragati Maidan. Jain Book Center This is a reasonably well-known vendor of used books at Daryaganj’s Nayi Sadak. I would especially focus on the encyclopaedias here: Jain have a lot to offer, with several pristine volumes of …

New Delhi World Book Fair kicks off today after a two year hiatus
2 years ago

New Delhi World Book Fair kicks off today after a two year hiatus

The Hindu  

French culture, literature, heritage, and cuisine will be celebrated at the 31st edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair, as France has been invited as the guest of honour to one of the most significant literary events, which is set to begin today in the presence of 2022 Nobel Laureate for Literature, Annie Ernaux. France will be represented by …

5 reasons to visit the World Book Fair in Delhi
2 years, 1 month ago

5 reasons to visit the World Book Fair in Delhi

Live Mint  

The 31st edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair is all set to return as physical event after two years. Here are five reasons to check out this book fair: New titles With nearly 1,000 publishers and exhibitors from over 30 countries participating in the book fair, readers can discover new literary voices. She will be leading the 16-member …

Report: International Kolkata Book Fair 2023
2 years, 1 month ago

Report: International Kolkata Book Fair 2023

Hindustan Times  

Organized by the Publishers and Booksellers Guild, the 46th International Kolkata Book Fair began on the 31st of January and concluded on the 12th of February. Labelled Asia’s largest book fair with over 900 stalls and the participation of 20 countries, the event also included numerous counters offering food, handcrafted jewellery, paintings, posters and decorative pieces. This year’s focal theme …

New Delhi world book fair to be held from January 8 in physical form
3 years, 5 months ago

New Delhi world book fair to be held from January 8 in physical form

India TV News  

The 30th edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair will be held next year in physical form from January 8-16 at the newly constructed halls at the Pragati Maidan here, the National Book Trust announced Sunday. The theme for the upcoming fair will be "Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav" to celebrate 75 years of the country's Independence and will see …

Ramesh Pokhriyal to inaugurate 29th New Delhi World Book Fair today
4 years ago

Ramesh Pokhriyal to inaugurate 29th New Delhi World Book Fair today

India Today  

Union Education Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal will be inaugurating and addressing the 26th edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair today, March 5, 2021. The 29th edition of the annual New Delhi World Book Fair, organized by the National Book Trust, India will be held virtually from March 6 to 12, 2021. Theme of New Delhi World Book Fair While …

Watch out for these 5 upcoming entertainment events in Delhi to infuse chilled-out vibes this winter season
5 years, 4 months ago

Watch out for these 5 upcoming entertainment events in Delhi to infuse chilled-out vibes this winter season

India Today  

If one were to re-write the alphabet song to have it correspond with the things that represent the spirit of Delhi, one would be hard-pressed to choose what F will stand for: Food, Film, or Festival? The latest edition of Delhi Comic Con will take place between December 20-22 at NSIC Okhla, Okhla Phase III, New Delhi. New Delhi World …

New Delhi World Book Fair 2019: With guest Sharjah, the fair opens on Saturday
6 years, 2 months ago

New Delhi World Book Fair 2019: With guest Sharjah, the fair opens on Saturday

India TV News  

The New Delhi World Book Fair, held for the past 47 years, is a major calendar event in the publishing world. The 27th edition of the New Delhi World Book Fair has the UAE's third largest emirate Sharjah as its 2019 guest of honour. Co-organised by the National Book Trust and the India Trade Promotion Organisation, the Book Fair's theme …

Pearson India to display its digital learning solutions at World Book Fair
7 years, 2 months ago

Pearson India to display its digital learning solutions at World Book Fair

ABP News  

New Delhi, Jan 5 : Pearson, the world's learning company, would be featuring its finest and high quality prominent titles at the 46th edition of World Book Fair to be held from January 6 to 14. Our objective is to bring high quality content from the world's best authors, backed by technology to drive more effective teaching and personalised learning," …

Amid Indo-Pak tension, lone Pakistani publisher to participate in New Delhi World Book Fair
7 years, 2 months ago

Amid Indo-Pak tension, lone Pakistani publisher to participate in New Delhi World Book Fair

Firstpost  

Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, a lone Pakistani publisher is likely to participate in the upcoming 45th New Delhi World Book Fair New Delhi: Amid heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, a publisher from across the neighbouring country is likely to participate in the upcoming 45th New Delhi World Book Fair 2018 to be held in Delhi from …

Delhi Book Fair 2017: The Indian Publisher seems to be pursuing buyers, not readers
8 years, 2 months ago

Delhi Book Fair 2017: The Indian Publisher seems to be pursuing buyers, not readers

Firstpost  

At the end of a pallid day in office, having stared at the computer screen relentlessly for inspiration, there isn’t anything more reaffirming of that coming light, than books and the limitless world they exist in. So it only makes sense, when events like the Delhi Book Fair, serve as much of a getaway as it does, to an escape …

India International Trade Fair: Old notes accepted, but no buyers around
8 years, 4 months ago

India International Trade Fair: Old notes accepted, but no buyers around

Hindustan Times  

Disheartened with the turnout at the India International Trade Fair, Pragati Maidan, many international traders are glad that the fair will not take place next year. I am happy to know that the fair will not happen next year, at least we will be saved of the trouble to travel till here,” says Hakan, who mans one of the Turkish …

Highlights at the Chinese pavilion of the New Delhi book fair[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
9 years, 2 months ago

Highlights at the Chinese pavilion of the New Delhi book fair[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

The 24th New Delhi World Book Fair opens at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, India on January 9, 2016. Seeking to build a bridge of knowledge between the two ancient civilizations, India has selected China as the Guest of Honor at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2016, which opened to book lovers on Jan 9 at the Pragati …

Highlights at the Chinese pavilion of the New Delhi book fair[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
9 years, 2 months ago

Highlights at the Chinese pavilion of the New Delhi book fair[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

The 24th New Delhi World Book Fair opens at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, India on January 9, 2016. Seeking to build a bridge of knowledge between the two ancient civilizations, India has selected China as the Guest of Honor at the New Delhi World Book Fair 2016, which opened to book lovers on Jan 9 at the Pragati …

Smriti Irani to inaugurate book fair in Delhi today
10 years, 3 months ago

Smriti Irani to inaugurate book fair in Delhi today

India TV News  

New Delhi: Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani will inaugurate a six-day book fair at Mahila Haat in North Delhi today, NMDC yesterday said. The fair organised by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation in collaboration with National Book Trust will offer books of different genres for readers of all age groups. Leader of House in NDMC Mira Aggarwal said besides offering …

World Book Fair in Delhi from Feb 15
11 years, 1 month ago

World Book Fair in Delhi from Feb 15

India TV News  

New Delhi: Literature for children is the focus of the New Delhi World Book Fair, which begins here on February 15 with Poland as the guest country and participants from 25 countries aiming to promote the habit of reading. President Pranab Mukherjee is scheduled to inaugurate the 9-day fair themed on “Kathasagara: Celebrating Children's Literature” and organised by the National …

Delhi Book Fair to begin tomorrow
11 years, 7 months ago

Delhi Book Fair to begin tomorrow

India TV News  

New Delhi: Seminars, discussions, poetry sessions and interactive programmes for children will engage visitors at the 19th edition of the Delhi Book Fair that kickstarts here Friday, organisers said. This year, the fair will address the erosion of the reading habit as its theme, "Libraries and Readerships", will focus on the role of libraries in society.Organised since 1995 by the …

Delhi book fair begins
12 years, 6 months ago

Delhi book fair begins

India TV News  

New Delhi, Sep 1: For the next nine days, all roads for book lovers will lead to Pragati Maidan with the Delhi Book Fair opening today. Taking a futuristic leap by putting e-books and publishing at its centrestage, the annual fair will have 253 publishers from the country and abroad, including France, US, UK, Russia, Germany, China and Pakistan.The 18th …

Delhi Book Fair to showcase e-books this year
12 years, 6 months ago

Delhi Book Fair to showcase e-books this year

Firstpost  

The annual Delhi Book Fair is taking a futuristic leap this year, by putting e-books and e-book publishing at its centrestage. New Delhi: The annual Delhi Book Fair is taking a futuristic leap this year, by putting e-books and e-book publishing at its centrestage, while playing a rendezvous for all stakeholders in the reading sphere. “I convinced the COE of …

Previewing World Book Fair
21 years, 1 month ago

Previewing World Book Fair

Hindustan Times  

For Delhi's booklovers, every alternate February is crucial - time for whatever leave from office is possible, a few sneak exits from office, some 'official' work near Pragati Maidan. HT Image For that's where the capital's largest book fair, the World Book Fair a biennial event takes place. That Indian science has played a major role over the centuries is …

Delhi Book Fair: A sneak peek
21 years, 1 month ago

Delhi Book Fair: A sneak peek

Hindustan Times  

For Delhi's booklovers, every alternate February is crucial - time for whatever leave from office is possible, a few sneak exits from office, some 'official' work near Pragati Maidan. HT Image For that's where the capital's largest book fair, the World Book Fair a biennial event takes place. Delhi also happens to be the current World Book Capital, an annual …

Previewing World Book Fair
21 years, 2 months ago

Previewing World Book Fair

Hindustan Times  

For Delhi's booklovers, every alternate February is crucial - time for whatever leave from office is possible, a few sneak exits from office, some 'official' work near Pragati Maidan. HT Image For that's where the capital's largest book fair, the World Book Fair a biennial event takes place. That Indian science has played a major role over the centuries is …

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