My undoing project: Letting go of the ‘ideal woman’ in my pursuit of authenticity
Bengaluru writer Salini Vineeth shares how she let go of traditional Indian definitions of the ‘ideal woman’ to discover, and accept, her true self and happiness.
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Why India’s 2020 migrant-worker exodus needs to be recorded along with other historical mass migrations
Puja Changoiwala’s new book aptly captures the stark reality of millions of migrant labourers who had to trudge hundreds of miles to reach their homes after India’s 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.
“In a society that is becoming more and more unequal, the internet has not been of help in equalizing the gaps” – Vaasanthi
An interview of bilingual author Vaasanthi whose latest book lays bare the gender, caste and class inequalities in the country while offering a ray of humanity and hope
A Lebanese-Canadian’s search for ‘home’ through poetry, forgiveness and self-love
Poet-activist Najwa Zebian’s debut book draws life lessons from her experiences as a Muslim immigrant seeking the essence of ‘home’ all through her growing years.
“Indian women are individually strong but socially vulnerable”: Namita Gokhale
Renowned author and festival director Namita Gokhale was recently awarded the Yamin Hazarika Woman of Substance Award 2021.
Nidhie Sharma Was 13 When She Got Lost in a Jungle, Her New Book Recounts the Harrowing Tale
Writer-director Nidhie Sharma’s memoir ‘Invictus’ recounts an episode from her teens when she, along with five other kids, got lost in a jungle in Arunachal Pradesh.
“To Survive, Women Have Had to Deny Their Power” – Nirupama Subramanian
Leadership coach Nirupama Subramanian is using Indian archetypes that were used to suppress women as a source of energy to empower them instead.
Digital Entrepreneur and Insta-Poet Ayesha Chenoy on Luck, Bestsellers and Bite-Sized Wisdom
Former investment banker and founder of one of India’s top digital marketing agencies, Ayesha Chenoy talks about her new role as poet and author.
Usha Akella’s book ‘I Will Not Bear You Sons’ is a scathing indictment of patriarchy
Austin-based poet Usha Akella’s new book of feminist poems puts the spotlight on cultural traditions that perpetuate patriarchy and social evils like female foeticide.
The Homogenisation of Language Is a Political Issue: Linguist and Author Peggy Mohan
Linguistic expert and author Peggy Mohan traces the history of the Subcontinent through its languages, and notes how homogenisation of language reflects centralisation of power.
Hereabouts, Thereabouts: Book Review of Jhumpa Lahiri’s ‘Whereabouts’
A diehard fan of award-winning Indian-American author Jhumpa Lahiri reviews her new book ‘Whereabouts’, and is somewhat taken aback.
Reading a Caste Angle in an Agnostic Work is Limiting for Literary Freedom
In response to a reviewer reading a caste angle in a book that is largely unspecific about caste, Dr Bhargavi Chatterjea Bhattacharyya defends her literary freedom.
A God’s Feisty Bride Who Held the Fort: New Novel on Rukmini Revisits a Historical Heroine
Author Saiswaroopa Iyer on her new novel, ‘Rukmini: Krishna’s Wife’, and towering female archetypes from Indian history and mythology.
Why I gave up my corporate job to become a full-time writer, and what I’ve learnt
Engineer and writer Salini Vineeth shares her unconventional career journey and how she managed to make a profession out of her passion.
The Meaning of Mariah Carey: A Revealing Memoir of a Superstar’s Complex Life
Superstar Mariah Carey’s autobiography reveals details of her rocky childhood, her dedication to her music, and her traumatic first marriage.
The 7 Habits of ‘Invisible’ Women and the Patriarchal Code of Silence
Author and social scientist Deepa Narayan’s ‘Chup’ is a disconcerting look into the minds and lives of Indian women who unconsciously co-opt into patriarchal systems.
This craft revivalist is on a mission to uphold heritage and pluralism
Author and social entrepreneur Mehr F Husain is chronicling and reviving the Subcontinent’s artisanal heritage.
These 2 mystery authors are highlighting India’s history, beauty and injustice
Authors Viji Venkat and Sujata Sabnis not only dwell on India’s beauty and history but also the cruelty of its traditions and its social injustice in their new crime thrillers.
“Global Inequality Narratives All Tied to Gender Inequality”: Researcher-Activist Kirthi Jayakumar
Feminist researcher and peace activist Kirthi Jayakumar is using stories, advocacy and technology to nudge India towards gender equality and social justice.
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