Rupa Publications India has announced its June 2026 list of forthcoming titles, featuring a wide-ranging selection of books spanning global politics, Indian sports history, wellness, leadership, spirituality, true crime, and literary biography.

Leading the list is Giorgia’s Vision by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, co-authored with journalist Alessandro Sallusti. Structured as a series of conversations, the book explores themes of identity, nationalism, leadership, migration, and Europe’s political and cultural future. It traces Meloni’s journey from a working-class upbringing in Rome to becoming Italy’s first woman Prime Minister, while reflecting on the emotional and ideological dimensions of political leadership. The 224-page title is priced at ₹695.

In sports literature, Her Story, Her Glory: The Making of Women’s Cricket in India by Aditya Bhushan and Shyam Alamchand Bhatia documents the evolution of women’s cricket in India, from its early marginalisation to its emergence as a global sporting force. Through archival detail and narrative storytelling, the book highlights the struggles and achievements of pioneering women cricketers.

On the wellness front, Best of Sattvik Foods: The Art and Science of Complete Well-Being by Dr. Hansaji Yogendra presents Ayurvedic food philosophy through practical guidance, recipes, and lifestyle practices aimed at holistic health. The book combines ancient wisdom with contemporary wellness approaches.

In the leadership and philosophy segment, Itihaas: A Performance Model for Modern Leadership by Sridhar Rammurthy draws upon the Mahabharata, Ramayana and Bhagavad Gita to build a decision-making framework for modern professionals navigating uncertainty and complexity.

The list also features The Living Gita by Prabhupada Priya Devi Dasi, which offers a contemporary interpretation of the Bhagavad Gita through lived examples while preserving all 700 verses. Rooted in ISKCON teachings, the book aims to make scriptural wisdom accessible to modern readers.

In the true crime genre, Twisted Minds: A True Account of Serial Killers from Around the World by Anisha Dutta examines the psychological and behavioural patterns of notorious serial offenders across multiple countries. The book blends forensic insight with narrative reconstruction of real-life cases.

Among literary and narrative fiction titles, Cracks in the Wind: Memoirs from Lumbini by Arun Gupto explores life in the Nepal–India borderlands through interconnected village stories, memory, and social change.

For younger readers, Vedic Mathematics for Children by Rajesh Kumar Thakur introduces ancient Indian mathematical techniques through puzzles, shortcuts, and interactive learning methods designed to improve numerical fluency and problem-solving skills.

The list also includes Rabindranath Tagore: The Myriad-Minded Man by Krishna Dutta and Andrew Robinson, a richly researched biography that examines the life, philosophy, and global legacy of India’s first Nobel Laureate, Rabindranath Tagore.

Together, the June 2026 catalogue reflects Rupa Publications’ continued focus on diverse non-fiction and narrative titles that engage with contemporary debates while drawing on history, culture, and intellectual traditions from India and beyond.