Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla named for 59th Jnanpith Award; first from Chhattisgarh to be honoured
Saturday, 22 March 2025 Renowned Hindi writer Vinod Kumar Shukla has been honored with the 59th Jnanpith Award. At 88, he becomes the first author from Chhattisgarh to receive this prestigious accolade. Shukla's notable works include 'Naukar Ki Kameez' and 'Deewar Mein Ek Khirkee Rahati Thi'. The Jnanpith Award includes a Rs 11 lakh cash prize and a Saraswati bronze statue.
In this exclusive interview, DMK's Salem Dharanidharan shares his strong stance on the National Education Policy (NEP) and the imposition of Hindi in Tamil Nadu with Oneindia Correspondent Kangkan Mahanta. He discusses the ongoing fight for federalism and how the DMK stands firm against any move to impose Hindi on the Tamil-speaking population. This is a direct counter to previous statements made by BJP's Shazia Ilmi on the matter. Watch the full interview to understand the DMK's perspective on language, federalism, and the NEP.
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Mallikarjun Kharge apologises in Rajya Sabha after uproar over his 'derogatory' remark during a debate on Hindi imposition under the NEP. While Kharge clarified his comments targeted government policies, MPs alleged they were aimed at the Chair. Leader of the House JP Nadda condemned Kharge's words, calling them 'unpardonable.' The controversy also saw demands for Dharmendra Pradhan’s apology for remarks against Tamil Nadu's government.
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At Banaras Lit Fest (Banaras Lit Fest), OneIndia had an exclusive conversation with writer Gautam Choubey. Gautam Choubey teaches English at Atma Ram Sanatan Dharma College (DU). He has also translated Andre Beitelle’s Democracy and Its Institutions (OUP) into Hindi.
Gautam Choubey’s new book 'Chakka Jaam' is receiving immense love from readers. OneIndia's Pankaj Mishra spoke with Gautam Choubey and his wife Neelima about his book. During the conversation, Choubey mentioned that writing 'Chakka Jaam' felt like repaying his ancestral debt. According to him, this book is inspired by the moments and memories from his childhood and the people he grew up with. He has dedicated the book to women.
Choubey’s English translation of Pandey Kapil’s famous historical novel Phoolsunghi is the first-ever translation of a Bhojpuri novel into English.
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The controversy over Hindi in Tamil Nadu is escalating. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin stated on Wednesday that his party would not oppose the Hindi language as long as it is not forcibly imposed on Tamil Nadu and Tamils, compromising their self-respect. However, he made it clear that if Hindi is forced upon them, the DMK will strongly oppose it.
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Tamil Nadu Language War Intensifies. The language debate in Tamil Nadu has escalated as Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) cadres blackened Hindi text on government signboards at railway stations and post offices. BJP Tamil Nadu chief K Annamalai slammed the ruling DMK, accusing it of hypocrisy for opposing the three-language policy while allowing their children to study multiple languages in private schools. He also challenged Chief Minister MK Stalin on why government school students are denied the choice to learn a third language. The controversy highlights ongoing tensions over the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Hindi imposition in the state.
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