How traditional Indian practices like jholi-swinging benefit babies
Traditional Indian methods of caring for newborns are beneficial and practical, says Dr Farah Adam Mukadam.
Tag: Books
“Kashmiri Pandits Have Received Only Lip Service from Political Parties”: Author Avanti Sopory
Author Avanti Sopory writes about the beauty, heritage and folklore of her homeland Kashmir, despite being forced to leave it at gunpoint.
How Teaching Young People Creative Writing Enriched My Own Stories
Schoolteacher Richa Gupta found the inspiration and confidence to write her own books of fiction while teaching English language and literature.
The Matriarch Behind an Iconic Delhi Bookstore, and a Life Fuelled by Love
From a refugee who found love after Partition to an 88-year-old who continues to go to work, Bhag Bahri Malhotra has had quite a journey.
by eShe
July 2, 2020
eShe Lockdown Poetry Contest 2020 for Women
Has lockdown 2020 inspired the poet in you? Share your poetry and win!
by eShe
May 26, 2020
Mythological Women Revered, Stories of Historical Women Censored in India – Historian Ira Mukhoty
Historian and author Ira Mukhoty shares untold stories of queens and heroines from Indian history, and what we can learn from them
by eShe
May 21, 2020
“There Is Polarisation, Intolerance… It’s the Best Time for Humour” – Satirist Naomi Datta
Former broadcast journalist Naomi Datta used her snarky, irreverent online persona to launch her own brand of satire.
by eShe
May 18, 2020
“Hate Is a Subtle and Evil Virus, as Dangerous as Corona”: Author Annie Zaidi
Best-selling author Annie Zaidi on inspiration, personal choices, and her prescient novel about bigotry and radicalisation in today’s India
Shaheen Bhatt on her battle with depression and her new memoir
Being born to one of Bollywood’s most famous families couldn’t shield Shaheen Bhatt from chronic depression; she bares all in a candid interview.
How society and religion systematically deny women their rights and freedom
Can a woman in India aspire to bekhauf azaadi (fearless freedom), asks feminist activist Kavita Krishnan in her new book.
From Tragedy to Award-Winning Books: Mary A Osborne’s Inspiring Journey
Award-winning novelist Mary A Osborne had a tumultuous personal journey before she began creating magical worlds with her words.
Two Books That Will Consume You This Month
‘The Giver of Stars’ by Jojo Moyes and ‘Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line’ by Deepa Anappara are our top reads for this month.
“Teach Men to Behave, Teach Women They Deserve Respect” – Author Kanchana Banerjee
Novelist Kanchana Banerjee shares her vision of an ideal India.
How the ‘Centring’ Technique Helped Me Deal with Stressful Situations
Sailaja Manacha’s new book ‘Step Up’ blends psychology and generative leadership practices to provide women with the necessary tools to become powerful leaders.
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