“2 Things Work in India’s Favour – Its Democratic Spirit, and the Little Remaining Spine of Its Civil Society”
Aditi Patil’s new book looks at how India’s gender and caste inequalities have led to an environmental crisis.
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Book on Kamala Harris Offers an Indian Perspective of the New US Vice President’s Life
A new book on the life and journey of Kamala Harris, the first woman to be sworn in as US Vice President, hits the stands today.
Dr Scilla Elworthy on Why We Need a ‘Mighty Heart’ to Build Peace
Three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee Dr Scilla Elworthy advocates peace through fearless action and activating feminine intelligence.
Alexandra Carter on Negotiating Salaries, Relationships, Discounts, and How to Ask for More
Professional mediator and negotiation trainer Alexandra Carter on how anyone – from teens to executives – can strike bigger and better deals for work and life.
“A Lesson in Humanity”: How a Trip to Delhi Changed This Iranian Researcher’s Life
An Iranian researcher travels to India for tourism; the experience changes her worldview and triggers her new career as author and translator.
‘The Most Necessary Stories are The Ones that Feel Scariest to Tell’ – Maya Shanbhag Lang
Author Maya Shanbhag Lang talks about her critically acclaimed new memoir ‘What We Carry’ and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships.
“Today’s Youth Have a Lot of ‘Followers’ on Social Media But No Genuine Friends” – Preeti Shenoy
Bestselling author, artist and motivational speaker Preeti Shenoy on social media, mental health and life-changing books.
How the Murder of a Social-Media Star Triggered Activism for Women’s Freedom in Pakistan
Journalist Sanam Maher’s book on the life of slain social-media star Qandeel Baloch raises important questions about women’s rights in Pakistan.
Addictions and Anxiety: Navigating The Murky World of Today’s Teenagers
Jyotsna Mohan Bhargava’s new book shows how addiction to gadgets and the internet, coupled with emotional disorders and drug abuse, have led to a vicious cycle.
“It Serves Governments to Keep the People of India and Pakistan Apart” – Karuna Ezara Parikh
Television personality and social-media influencer Karuna Ezara Parikh’s debut novel revolves around an Indian-Pakistani romance.
Seeking Love, Fuelled by Fame, Freedom and Drugs: Bollywood Icon Parveen Babi
In a new biography of 1970s’ Bollywood star Parveen Babi, author Karishma Upadhyay uncovers issues that are just as relevant today: mental health, drugs and the fast life.
It’s Never Too Late to Educate Yourself or Start a New Career: Sci Fi Writer SB Divya
After working as an engineer for two decades, SB Divya now weaves incredible sci-fi tales in her second career as author.
“It Becomes Rape Only When Someone Finds Out” – An Undercover Investigation into Gender Violence in India
Author Tara Kaushal on #MeTooIndia, Bois Locker Room, conflicted men-women relations, and her explosive new book, ‘Why Men Rape’
How a Young Mumbai Doctor Transformed Healthcare in a Bihar Village
Dr Taru Jindal was sent to Bihar to train rural doctors in modern childbirth practices; she ended up transforming the community and herself.
“Couples Should Adopt One Child and Have One Biological Child to Stop Trafficking”: Nandita Puri
Author Nandita Puri’s latest book delves into the issue of inter-country adoption and child trafficking.
Mesmerizing and Touching Tales from Inside India’s Isolated Tribal Communities
A new book on India’s six isolated tribes by Nidhi Dugar Kundalia gives us a fascinating glimpse into the lives of often ignored and unjustly treated communities of India.
22 Surgeries Later, Survivor Nidhi Chaphekar Tells the Tale of the Brussels Terror Attack
Terrorism is nothing but a weakened mind trying to get quick recognition using destruction as a medium, says Brussels bombing survivor Nidhi Chaphekar.
5 ‘Lean In’ Mantras I Used to Restart My Career After a Maternity Sabbatical
Entrepreneur Neha Bagaria had to take a long break from work after she had two babies. Sheryl Sandberg’s book ‘Lean In’ inspired her immensely in getting back on track.
When Your Book Is Made into a Bollywood Film
Author of three novels, Parinda Joshi’s latest novel ‘Made in China’ was adapted into a Hindi feature film starring Rajkummar Rao. She shares the experience of writing books versus screenplays.
How Women Navigate a World Designed for Men, and the Price They Pay
Caroline Criado Perez’s data-supported book explains how women face risks to their careers, lives and health due to systems and designs that see the default human as male.
