literary criticism

The genie of AI-aided or even AI-authored books is out. A literature Nobel laureate uses AI for her ideas. Dire implications for original human creativity won’t probably reverse this trend

'Aashram' actress Tridha Choudhury expressed her fervent desire to star in a grand cinematic adaptation of the Shiva Trilogy, calling it a dream come true. She revealed her admiration for the books and a strong wish to collaborate with Ranveer Singh, who reportedly holds the rights.

Odisha has launched two ambitious rural development schemes, Model Village Mission and Mahapurush Adarsha Gram Yojana, to equip villages with urban-level amenities and foster inclusive growth. These initiatives aim to transform Gram Panchayat headquarters into self-sustaining hubs and holistically develop areas linked to eminent personalities, bolstering infrastructure and living standards across the state.

Renowned Padma Shri awardee poet Bashir Badr passed away in Bhopal at 91 after a prolonged illness. Celebrated for his contemporary Urdu ghazals, Badr's poignant couplets, including "Ujale apni yaadon ke hamare saath rehne do," touched millions. His prolific career, marked by overcoming personal tragedy, leaves an indelible mark on Indian literature.

Yáng Shuāng-zǐ's "Taiwan Travelogue" has won the 2026 International Booker Prize, marking the first Mandarin Chinese novel to receive the award. The book, a fictional travel memoir set in 1930s Taiwan, explores a complex romance and postcolonial themes. Author Yáng Shuāng-zǐ and translator Lin King are the first Taiwanese and Taiwanese-American winners of the prestigious prize.

A literary spat erupts in Tamil Nadu politics as DMK leader A Raja's 'coconut tree' metaphor targets VCK and IUML joining CM Vijay's new government. VCK and the ruling TVK hit back, accusing the DMK of arrogance and questioning their own past alliances and commitment to social justice.

Mark Twain's wisdom, particularly his quote on desire over doubt, offers a powerful life lesson. Focusing on aspirations, not fears, fuels determination and drives success. This optimistic outlook, emphasizing self-belief and action, encourages individuals to pursue their dreams despite inevitable challenges, highlighting the importance of starting and persevering.

Trump, naturally, is the undisputed grandmaster of presidential profanity. His political rhetoric often sounds less like a State of the Union and more like a man yelling at a handyman who has messed up hanging the curtain rods

William Faulkner, a Nobel laureate, championed a philosophy of action and risk-taking in his writing. His quote, 'Get it down. Take chances. It may be bad, but it's the only way you can do anything really good,' encourages embracing imperfection and learning from failure. This approach is vital for innovation and achieving true excellence.

This Mother's Day, move beyond generic greetings to honor the women who raised you with meaningful messages. The article offers categorized heartfelt, witty, and minimalist quotes, acknowledging the "mental load" and celebrating "mothers of choice."