Editing Detective fiction (section)

=== India ===

====Byomkesh Bakshi (Character)====
{{Main articles|Byomkesh Bakshi}}
Created by famous [[Bengali language|Bengali]] novelist [[Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay]], '''Byomkesh''' is one of the most iconic characters in Indian detective fiction. First appearing in the story Pother Kanta in 1932, Byomkesh, who refers to himself as a "truth-seeker" or Satyanweshi, is known for his acute observational skills and logical reasoning abilities. His adventures typically unfold against the backdrop of [[Calcutta]], tackling a range of crimes, from intricate murder mysteries to drug trafficking, reflecting societal issues of the time. Accompanied by his loyal friend and chronicler, Ajit Kumar Banerjee, the stories are written in a blend of formal and colloquial Bengali, making them accessible to a wide audience. The character's legacy continues to influence contemporary detective fiction in India, highlighting the genre's evolution and its cultural significance.<ref name= dey>{{Cite book |last=Dey |first=Anindita |url=https://books.google.com/books?id=hYBTEAAAQBAJ |title=Sherlock Holmes, Byomkesh Bakshi, and Feluda: Negotiating the Center and the Periphery |date=2021-12-27 |publisher=Rowman & Littlefield |isbn=978-1-4985-1211-4 |language=en}}</ref>

====Feluda (Character)====

{{Main articles|Feluda}}
'''Feluda''', created by renowned filmmaker and author [[Satyajit Ray]], is a celebrated Bengali detective character who first appeared in the 1965 story ''Feludar Goyendagiri''. His full name is Pradosh Chandra Mitra, and he is often referred to affectionately as ''Feluda''. Feluda is characterized by his keen observational skills, sharp intellect, and a flair for deduction, which he employs to solve intricate mysteries. Feluda is often accompanied by his cousin, who is also his assistant, Tapesh Ranjan Mitter (affectionately called Topshe), who serves as the narrator of the stories and his friend ''Jatayu''. , The trio embarks on various adventures that blend mystery with elements of [[Bengali culture]] and tradition. The stories often include a touch of humor, engaging dialogues, and philosophical musings, making them appealing to a wide audience. Ray's Feluda series not only captivated readers in literary form but also inspired numerous adaptations in film and television, showcasing Ray's cinematic genius. Feluda's impact on the genre is significant, as he represents a sophisticated blend of intellect and charm, setting a high standard for detective fiction in India.<ref name= dey />

====Other bengali detectives====

[[Hemendra Kumar Roy]] was an Indian [[Bengali language|Bengali]] writer noted for his contribution to the early development of the genre with his '[[Jayanta-Manik]]' and adventurist '[[Bimal-Kumar]]' stories, dealing with the exploits of Jayanta, his assistant Manik, and police inspector Sunderbabu.

'''[[Mitin Masi]]''' is a fictional Bengali female detective character created by [[Suchitra Bhattacharya]].

'''[[Colonel Niladri Sarkar]]''' is a [[Fictional detectives|fictional detective]] character created by [[Bengali language|Bengali]] novelist [[Syed Mustafa Siraj]].

====Malayalam====
[[Kottayam Pushpanath]], a prolific writer,<ref name="newindian">{{cite web|title=Malayalam detective fiction writer Kottayam Pushpanath passes away|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/kerala/2018/may/02/malayalam-detective-fiction-writer-kottayam-pushpanath-passes-away-1809160.html|website=[[New Indian Express]]|date=May 2, 2018|access-date=September 26, 2023}}</ref> brought to life a vivid array of characters and mysteries. Pushpanath practiced teaching history for several years before becoming a full time writer.<ref name="newindian" /> It was in the last 1960s that he made his literary debut with ''Chuvanna Manushyan''.<ref>{{cite web|title=Detective novelist Kottayam Pushpanath passes away|url=https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kottayam-pushpanath-1.2780833|date=May 2, 2018|access-date=September 26, 2023}}</ref> Pushpanath authored more than 350 detective novels.<ref>{{cite web|title=Kottayam Pushpanath is dead|website=[[The Hindu]] |url=https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kottayam-pushpanath-is-dead/article23752830.ece|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20200720133435/https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/kerala/kottayam-pushpanath-is-dead/article23752830.ece|archivedate=July 20, 2020|date=May 2, 2018|access-date=September 26, 2023}}</ref>