Collection of short stories called “Heart Lamp” by Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq (translated by Deepa Bhasthi) was one of only ...

Kannada writer, activist and lawyer Banu Mushtaq features in the long list of the International Booker Prize 2025, for her ...

Banu Mushtaq’s short story collection, Heart Lamp is longlisted for the International Booker Prize, marking a significant ...

Kannada writer Banu Mushtaq's Heart Lamp longlisted for International Booker Prize 2025, showcasing her powerful storytelling ...

Chosen among 13 worldwide titles, Mushtaqs work appeals to the judges for its ‘witty, vivid, colloquial, moving and ...

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"When I was informed, I was overwhelmed and very happy for myself, the Kannada language, the state and our entire country ...

International Booker Prize longlist features 13 debut authors, diverse themes, and translations from 10 languages.

Banu Mushtaq's Kannada short story collection making it to the International Booker Prize longlist is a true honor for the state's language and culture, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has said.

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