“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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eShe TV: The Psychology of Grief and How to Cope
In episode 15 of eShe TV, Manvi Pant looks at the psychology of grief, and how to cope and move on.
Neuroscientist and Dancer Savitha Sastry Is Giving Bharatanatyam a Digital Makeover
Neuroscientist and Bharatanatyam exponent Savitha Sastry is mainstreaming the classical dance form through film, social media and digital education.
This Zoologist is Using Social Media to Talk About Reptiles, Habitat Loss and Climate Change
Herpetologist Emma A Browning is using social media to create awareness about reptiles and amphibians, and the human impact on their lives.
eShe TV: What Is ‘Imposter Syndrome’ and How to Deal with Low Self-Worth
You may be successful on the outside but still feel like a failure inside. Manvi Pant explains the Imposter Syndrome in episode 13 of eShe TV.
These Celebs Launched ‘Pad Squad’ to Distribute Sanitary Napkins to the Needy During Lockdown
Actor-poet Taranjit Kaur and film producer Chhitra Subramaniam have launched a lockdown initiative to donate sanitary pads to women in need.
eShe TV: What Causes ‘Psychic Numbing’ and Makes Us Indifferent to Mass Tragedy?
Manvi Pant discusses the psychological phenomenon of psychic numbing or compassion fade in ep.9 of eShe TV.
This NGO Offers ‘the Next Best Thing to Family’ for Isolated Seniors in Indian Metros
Manjiri Gokhale Joshi’s NGO offers free ‘family-like’ services and company to senior citizens left alone after their kids fly the nest.
Inside the Mind of an Emmy Award-Winning Writer and MENSA Genius
The brilliant animation screenwriter and the first Indian to win an Emmy Award for writing, Sonam Shekhawat shares her extraordinary story.
eShe TV: The GI Joe Fallacy and Why Knowing Isn’t Enough
What is the GI Joe Fallacy, and how do we change our behaviour effectively? It’s time for psychology trivia on eShe TV.
A Scientific Temper, an Artistic Temperament: Two Women Out to Educate India
Two researchers with an artistic bent of mind, Nina Sabnani and Ipsa Jain, talk about women in STEM fields, inspiration, and promoting science through art.
From Tax Chief to Artist-Filmmaker, the Uncommon Journey of Sangeeta Gupta
Artist, filmmaker, patron of the arts – Sangeeta Gupta has had an exceptional life outside of her public role as Chief Commissioner of Income Tax.
6 Courageous Celebs Who Spoke Up About Their Mental Health Issues
May being Mental Health Month, we salute these heroes who have bravely traversed the journey to mental wellbeing.
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.
A Model-Turned-Writer, a Child Nazi, and an Oscar-Winning Film
Author Christine Leunens on Nazi atrocities, the inspiration behind her book that was made into an Oscar-winning film, and fanaticism in today’s world.
How Samra Zafar Escaped an Abusive Marriage and Found Her Life’s Mission
Samra Zafar escaped a teen marriage and fought a suppressive culture to earn her dignity and education; now she inspires others to do the same.
26 Days on an Oil Tanker, and Other Experiments in Art
Painter and printmaker Rohini Devasher’s work explores an interesting intersection of art and science.
This Fashion Label is Out to Ensure Fair Wages and Ethical Production
Fashion label Inde’ Loom has a mission to pay fair wages to artisans and weavers, while keeping costs and designs relevant for shoppers.
Are Creative People More Prone to Mental Illness? A Writer’s Personal Journey
Are creative people doomed to vagaries of the mind, cursed by the tempestuous nature of genius? A creative writer delves into mental health.
These Foodies Are Taking Bangaloreans Closer to Their Culinary Heritage
Bangaloreans now enjoy their food heritage to the fullest thanks to Vishal Shetty and Divya Prabhakar’s Bengaluru Oota Company.
