Literature

Tracing the investigations launched in the aftermath of the Pulwama disaster

29 May 2023 03:11 AM IST

On the 14th of February 2019 in Pulwama, a notified area council approximately 30 kilometres South of Srinagar, a radical and fundamentalist youth by the name of Adil Ahmed Dar rammed a blue coloured Maruti Eco car laden with close to 200 kilograms of explosives into a bus that was

Guardians of Culture and Civilization: Celebrating Uttarakhand’s Women

22 May 2023 04:09 AM IST

Writers and photographers alike have always been drawn to the tenacity and entrepreneurial drive of the women from the hillside communities. While women’s lives have always been difficult in rural areas across the nation, they are made even more difficult in the hills due to the lack of resources and

Embracing diversity and empathy: The importance of queer literature

22 May 2023 04:04 AM IST

Out of all the genres I have read to date, queer literature is one of the most interesting forms of fiction to get into. It encompasses a rich and diverse collection of stories that explore the experiences, identities, and challenges faced by people in the LGBTQ+ community. By delving into

A sumptuous illustrated cookbook which captures the magic of home cooking

22 May 2023 03:59 AM IST

Recipes are passed down from generation to generation, and a lot of heart and soul goes into curating them. Food and how it is cooked, allows us to dive into generational traditions, the culture and joy of cooking. Servings- Simple get Exotic by Roopali Mohanti, a sumptuous and beautifully illustrated cookbook, attempts to

Our brain most fertile in later years: ruskin bond

22 May 2023 03:56 AM IST

The human brain, unlike the body, keeps “ticking away” and is at its “most fertile” in the later years, says popular author Ruskin Bond as he encourages writers in their 60s or early 70s to take leaf out of the books of legendary writers Agatha Christie and PG Wodehouse and

Sanjeevani

22 May 2023 03:51 AM IST

Birju was a young boy living in a small village in Koraput (Odisha). He was 19 years old. He lost his father within a few months of his birth, and for him, his mother was everything. Because of his acute poverty, Birju decided to go to the city to earn

4 Tips for Choosing a South African Online Casino

20 May 2023 03:41 AM IST

The online casino industry is expanding fast in South Africa – there are so many platforms to choose from that it is sometimes overwhelming. For a casual casino player who just wants to play for the laughs or someone who is aiming to claim serious jackpots, the right online casino

Exploring the Impact of Children’s Literature From Forgotten Pioneers to Modern Trailblazers

15 May 2023 06:08 AM IST

Children’s literature is a fascinating and diverse genre that has captivated young readers for centuries. From classic tales like “The Cat in the Hat” to modern favourites like the “Harry Potter” series, children’s books offer imaginative stories, vibrant illustrations, and valuable life lessons. Wether it’s picture books for toddlers or

A Comprehensive Guide to Developing a Winning Sales Attitude

15 May 2023 06:02 AM IST

Rajan Kalra, a hotelier, and sales enthusiast, has launched his debut book “Sales and More Sales”. The book is a comprehensive guide that explores the internal and external factors that contribute to the sales mindset. It covers the fundamentals of the sales industry, the value of networking, and the steps

Poetic Iridescence of Mother India

15 May 2023 05:59 AM IST

Arbind Kumar Choudhary who has been found better than ever due to the creation of Arbindonean Racy Style of Versification, Indianised version of Arbindonean Sonnets and, above all, The Phrasal Movement in Indian English poetry, has been awarded with the crown of the Universal Ambassador of Peace by the president

SPACE

08 May 2023 00:41 AM IST

The maid laid everything on the dining table and as usual said” Uncle, I am leaving, close the door”. Nikhil babu was watching TV. Some debate on rising prices of cooking gas. It was a heated one – more heat then the gas would produce. He slowly lifted his body

Lit Fests: Unveiling the World’s Literary Marvels

08 May 2023 00:39 AM IST

Here are three lit fests coming up that made me do a double-take! They either have a unique goal they wish to achieve through the beauty of literature or their line-up left me breathless. Star-Studded Line-Up Revealed for Bradford Literature Festival 2023 The Bradford Literature Festival 2023 has announced an