Publishing News [National]

In the heart of southern India, an exciting new chapter in world literature is about to unfold. The Chennai International Book Fair (CIBF), one of Asia’s youngest yet most dynamic literary gatherings, is preparing for its fourth edition…

The Federation of Indian Publishers (FIP), the representative body of publishers across India, successfully concluded its 51st Annual General Meeting (AGM). The newly elected Governing Body is as follows: Immediate Past President: Naveen…

The Indian Reprographic Rights Organisation (IRRO) has recently elected its new Governing Body for the term 2025–2027 at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The newly elected Governing Body comprises distinguished leaders from the publishing…

The Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny, critically-acclaimed novel by Kiran Desai,has been shortlisted for the 2025 Booker Prize for Fiction. Published in India under Penguin’s Hamish Hamilton imprint in September 2025, The Loneliness of Sonia…

The Federation of Publishers & Booksellers Associations in India (FPBAI), held its 71st Annual General Meeting recently. The Presidential Report was presented by S.K. Ghai, President, FPBAI. The report comprised the audited statement of…

Jaipur BookMark (JBM), the B2B segment of the Jaipur Literature Festival, and the British Council, have announced that applications are open for the India–UK Publishing Fellowship 2026, which is a joint endeavor to foster dialogue, business…

After building a trusted legacy across India with over 120 stores in 40 cities, Crossword Bookstores—India’s most iconic and beloved literary chain, unveiled its first international flagship store in Dubai. Located in Silicon Central Mall,…

The third edition of Oxford Bookstore Art Book Prize - India’s only prize that recognizes the value of art in all genres under the umbrella of the art publication, has announced its shortlist. These include: The Archetypal Artist (Author -…

Renowned author and literary icon Namita Gokhale has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of York, marking a poignant milestone more than five decades after she was forced to drop out of university in India. Namita, the author…

Hachette India announced that its founding Managing Director, Thomas Abraham, who has been instrumental in shaping the company and strengthening its philosophy, market presence and profitable growth for eighteen years has chosen to retire…