Every emotion, every struggle, every painful coming-of-age moment in this book is a powerful reminder of why it won the ...

Mushtaq has carved an alternative path in life, challenging societal restrictions and perceptions. As a young girl worried about her future, she said she started writing to improve her "chances of ...

Progressive leaders in Hassan felicitate Banu Mushtaq for winning International Booker Prize, highlighting her literary and ...

At a recent press briefing after the tragic stampede, CM Siddaramaiah wore his sorrow on his sleeve—but not without raising a few eyebrows.

Deepa Bhasthi notes surging demand for Kannada work ‘Heart Lamp’, with translations planned in Malayalam, Assamese, and Oriya ...

By Pragati K.B. Banu Mushtaq’s book “Heart Lamp” last month became the first story collection to win the International Booker ...

All writers draw on their experience, whether consciously or not, says Indian author Banu Mushtaq -- including the titular ...

Her London journey was not without drama. Because of health concerns—Banu is a heart patient—her family booked connecting flights via Doha instead of a long direct flight. In transit, she lost her ...

The International Booker Prize’s practice of sharing credit and prize money equally between author and translator is ...

Publishing houses And Other Stories, Pushkin, and Charco have leveraged trends and attention from book awards to attract ...