Mysuru, May 5 -- Writer Banu Mushtaq, whose Kannada literary work 'Heart Lamp' a collection of selected stories, has been translated into English by Deepa Bhasthi and is among six literary works shortlisted for International Booker Prize-2025, has exuded confidence of winning coveted prize.

She was speaking during a programme organised to release the revised edition of her work Haseena Mathu Ithara Kathegalu, organised jointly by Abhiruchi Prakashana and Mysuru Book Clubs Charitable Trust, at The Institution of Engineers India (IEI), Mysuru Centre, recently.

Banu Musthtaq said, "The Booker Prize is expected to be announced in London on May 20. I will be attending the ceremony along with my three children. I request my well-wishers to pr...