{
  "id": 16343108,
  "title": "The Godrej Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest 2026: Shashi Tharoor And Pavan K Varma Discuss Hinduism And Ancient Indian Philosophy",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/the-godrej-literature-live-mumbai-litfest-2026-shashi-tharoor-and",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T15:51:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/the-godrej-literature-live-mumbai-litfest-2026-shashi-tharoor-and-pavan-k-varma-discuss-hinduism-and-ancient-indian-philosophy"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "On the second day of The Godrej Literature Live! Mumbai LitFest 2026, a lively discussion took place between veteran authors and public figures Shashi Tharoor and Pavan K Varma. The session explored the complexities of Hinduism and ancient Indian philosophy, sparking intense exchanges and insightful observations. Tharoor, a Member of Parliament from the Indian National Congress, and Varma, a former Member of Parliament and author, emphasized the diverse interpretations of Hinduism and the ongoing relevance of India's intellectual traditions. The conversation touched on the political misuse of Hinduism, the wealth of ideas from ancient philosophers, and the importance of engaging with India's rich intellectual heritage. The Mumbai LitFest continues to offer meaningful moments for literature lovers, with its final day scheduled for Sunday, October 25.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}