12 books to keep children engrossed in the summer holidays
From books on environment to space, history, dogs, friendship, horror and wellbeing, we’ve got little readers of all ages covered for the long, hot summer vacations ahead!
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Are sunscreens necessary? Here’s the science! Plus 5 sunscreen sticks we love
Every few years there is a disruption in the skincare market. Are sunscreen sticks the latest one? Or are we to believe the anti-sunscreen propaganda that’s viral on TikTok? eShe’s beauty editor Hansa Makhijani Jain takes a look.
Her nest is empty, but the Wi-Fi’s always on
There’s a silent epidemic in modern Indian households: the emotional abandonment of mothers after children leave home, and the resulting dependence on the internet as a surrogate for connection, relevance and identity, writes Vaishnavi Roy.
A pause for healing during menopause: my wellness journey at Dharana, Shillim
Mumbai writer Maya Lalchandani shares her transformative experience at Dharana wellness retreat in Shillim, where she discovered the journey to self-healing through holistic living, emotional balance and a deeper connection to nutrition.
My son inspired me to write books – I’m now inspiring young minds through stories
Forced to give up her career in Delhi after the Nirbhaya case, Komal Malhotra went from being an English teacher in Mathura to an award-winning children’s author and educator through the transformative power of storytelling.
If Einstein was a woman – a reimagined world of science and technology
Albert Einstein’s sister Maja was never given the same platform or opportunities as her brother, even though she was academically brilliant. What if she had been allowed to live up to her full potential? Dare we imagine a world with a woman at the helm of physics, asks Shreya Krishnan.
“I found self-love in the face of chaos” – one mother’s journey of defiance and hope
Bengaluru corporate leader Eshaa Patnaik shares her journey of overcoming frustration and fatigue while managing caregiving responsibilities at home and a demanding career, ultimately finding empowerment and clarity through self-love.
He cheated, I stayed – stuck in a marital cycle of betrayal and forgiveness
A Gurgaon homemaker and wife of a successful executive shares an intimate diary of trying to make sense of her husband’s serial infidelities, and her introspections on why she chooses to stay on in the relationship.
32 women, 32 extraordinary stories of success against odds
Co-author of the new anthology ‘Sheroes Amongst Us’, Falguni Desai shares why she compiled these inspiring stories of Indian women who broke barriers with their resistance to patriarchal social structures and determination to push ahead.
“Eating without hunger and eating because it is time are our biggest mistakes”: Dr Gauri Rokkam
Bengaluru yoga expert and nutritionist Dr Gauri Rokkam’s new book integrates ancient Indian wisdom with modern nutritional science. In this excerpt, she stresses on mindful eating and the importance of food choices for mental peace and physical wellbeing.
“Lifting another woman up never dims your own light – it only makes it shine brighter”: Farhana Bodi
Co-lead of reality web series ‘Dubai Bling’, Farhana Bodi’s story is about resilience amidst life’s challenges. As a single mother, social-media influencer and businesswoman, she shares her personal journey, advocating for female support and authentic expression.
How I turned my introverted nature and feminine energy into assets for corporate leadership
Sara Yahia was told her introversion and femininity would be a liability in the “masculine” corporate workforce. The Arab-American HR professional learnt how to turn these personal traits into professional strengths instead.
10 exciting new books for the kids to cuddle up with this winter
Winter break is here, and it’s the perfect time for the kids to dive into reading! Here’s a curated list of engaging new books for children from India, featuring a mix of fiction and non-fiction on themes like space, pets, girl power, the Indian freedom struggle, and more!
Sri Lankan Tamil trans activist Thanuja Singam’s journey of transition and migration
Tamil LGBTQIA+ influencer Thanuja Singam’s autobiography, released in time for Transgender Awareness Month, reflects on her childhood struggles with gender identity, cultural challenges, migration from Sri Lanka to Germany, and her emergence as a social-media star.