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Many Congratluations to Banu Mushtaq, translator #DeepaBhasthi for winning #InternationalBooker2025 for the book "Heart Lamp" and publisher Penguin India and Kanishka Gupta. As Heart Lamp becomes the first short-story collection to win the International Booker Prize – and the

The Kalingan mariner finally gets his due 🙏🙏. I think Mr Sanjeev Sanyal had told us about the initiation of the Stitched Ship Project few years at Kalinga Literary Festival, 2023 when I had a chance to meet him. #INSVKaundiya #Kaundinya

Dr. Shashi Tharoor, celebrated author, diplomat, and parliamentarian, brings his incisive intellect to KLF 2025 with a thought-provoking exploration of global politics and strategic maneuvering. Drawing on real-world examples like the Panama Canal and U.S. foreign policy, Tharoor

Inaugural session of Kathmandu Kalinga Dialouge organised by Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival will be held on May 29. Famous poet Ramesh Kshitij will talk with legendary Nepalese writer and folklore expert Tulasi Diwasa in the first dialogue dedicated to poetry. And then

A moment of maritime history reborn! The Indian Navy has proudly inducted INSV Kaundinya, a traditionally built stitched sail ship, at Naval Base Karwar. Inspired by a 5th-century Ajanta mural and crafted with the skill of Malayali artisans, this vessel is a tribute to India’s

Abhishek Shukla: The Poetic Voice of Intimate Longing Abhishek Shukla brings a soul-stirring poetic sensibility to KLF 2025, capturing the tender nuances of love, loss, and emotional resilience. With verses like "I have cried a lot, now sing with me" and "In this crowd of the

Join celebrated author, parliamentarian, and public intellectual Dr. Shashi Tharoor as he reflects on his multifaceted journey through literature, politics, and public discourse. In this session, Dr. Tharoor addresses the nuances behind media headlines, the balancing act between

Renowned for his poignant Urdu poetry, Liaqat Jafri evokes the psychological and emotional landscapes of conflict and survival. His verses often reflect a journey from tension to desolation, capturing the raw essence of existence in times of turmoil. At KLF 2025, Jafri’s presence

Dr. Tariq Qamar presents a poignant meditation on memory, emotional trauma, and the enduring presence of grief in his evocative piece, “I Want to Burn a Picture.” With stark imagery and haunting repetition, he explores the tension between the desire to forget and the involuntary

Abhishek Shukla brings a haunting intensity to contemporary Hindi poetry, exploring themes of silence, love, and resilience. With lines like "The world was fire, and love was like a rope", his verse evokes the burning complexities of human emotion and the fragile ties that hold

Dr. Tariq qamar brings a strikingly introspective voice to KLF 2025, urging society to reassess pride, patience, and personal boundaries. With thought-provoking lines such as "Let's attack self-respect" and a call for mutual compromise, his work challenges prevailing narratives

Abhishek Shukla is a poetic force driven by the quiet intensity of introspection and existential curiosity. His verse echoes with the urgency of seeking—returning again and again to the restless human impulse to grasp the unseen and the overwhelming. With sparse yet evocative

Big News from KLF 2026! We are delighted to welcome The Hindu , one of India’s most respected and trusted newspapers, as the Digital Media Partner for the Kalinga Literary Festival 2026, to be held from January 8–11, 2026 at Mayfair, Bhubaneswar. As a torchbearer of literary

Acclaimed poet and journalist Pratap Somvanshi brings a deeply human and nostalgic voice to KLF 2025. With evocative lines like, “Let’s stop at the mistake, explain for hours,” he masterfully captures the emotional weight of everyday moments—how even a rainy day can awaken

Celebrated Urdu poet and academic Liaqat Jafri brings his evocative imagery and profound reflections to KLF 2025. In his compelling work, fear becomes a symbol, transforming from a neighborhood snake into a presence embedded within—a metaphor that haunts the heart and resides in

At KLF 2025, poet Ajay Sahaab invites us into a world where metaphors illuminate the interplay between the celestial and the terrestrial. With lines like "The sun, which was born a little late one day," and "the fireflies consider the sky to be their own," his work delicately

A master of humor and heart, Dr. Popular Meeruthi blends satire, romance, and reflection in verses that charm and challenge in equal measure. With sharp wit and emotional subtlety, his poetry disarms with laughter and lingers with meaning. At KLF 2025, experience the magic of a

Renowned poet Ajay Sahaab returns to KLF 2025 with his distinct voice that blends philosophical depth with lyrical grace. “Don’t limit yourself to a single character. I want a complete story for myself,” he writes—urging us to seek fullness, depth, and emotional authenticity. His

Renowned diplomat and celebrated author Vikas Swarup, best known for his novel Q&A which inspired the Oscar-winning film Slumdog Millionaire, brings a unique literary voice to Kalinga Literary Festival 2025. His storytelling is distinguished by non-linear narratives that mirror

Witty, unfiltered, and unapologetically original—Dr. Popular Meeruthi redefines the boundaries of poetic expression. With lines like "I have burnt my heart... If you don't agree, I will invest somewhere else," his words blend humor, irony, and emotional grit. Known for his sharp