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Vedanta JLF 2026: Day 3 reflects on inspirations in form of stories & personal narratives

Satish Sharma
Jaipur, Jan 17 (UNI) The world’s grandest celebration of books and ideas continued to draw packed audiences across venues on Day 3 at the Vedanta presented JLF-2026 that saw a medley of ideas and stories flourishing as well as a commingling of cultures.
From reflections on literature, and contemporary society to conversations on food, fiction, and conflict, the day offered audiences a wide-ranging exploration of thought and writing at Hotel Clarks Amer, Jaipur.
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