Tag: book
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India’s unequal society will have damaging implications for its development: Author
By Saket Suman, New Delhi : A new book, “The Billionaire Raj”, paints a revealing portrait of the rise of India’s new billionaire class and places it against the backdrop of the “radically unequal society” that is found in the country. It’s author, James Crabtree, who spent five years in Mumbai as bureau chief for…
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Characters from the Past: Historic figures in fiction and those left out
By Vikas Datta, “The whole Earth is the sepulchre of famous men..” observed ancient Greek statesman Pericles in a memorial ceremony, noting that their story doesn’t only survive on their gravestones, but “lives on far away…” Nobody knows this better than the writers who focus on or otherwise bring in historical personages into their works,…
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Modi highlights ‘importance of stress-free examinations’ in new book
New Delhi : Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has focused his attention on the “importance of stress-free examinations” and has called on the young students to “pursue knowledge over marks”. In a new book, “Exam Warriors”, he authored, Modi has set out to provide “a handy guide” for students in India and across the world.…
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Five books to look forward to in January 2018
By Saket Suman, New Delhi : After a significant year for publishing in India, the upcoming month of January in 2018 will set the literary mood for a new beginning. The Jaipur Literature Festival will see the release of several significant books, apart from hosting over 200 sessions that will witness participation from writers and…
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Two books on Indian Muslims’ contribution in freedom movement released by Harsh Mander
By Maeeshat News, Patna: In a glittering ceremony, two books on Muslims’ contribution in India’s Freedom movement were launched here in Patna on 17th December. The function was presided over by Harsh Mandar, former IAS officer and human rights defender in the country. The books ‘Muslim Freedom Fighters: Contribution of Indian Muslims in the Independence…
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A dose of mythology, dark secrets and suspense
New Delhi : What happens when reality mingles with mythology? Well, here is a young protagonist who discovers himself trapped in the days of Mahabharata. Then a story of dark secrets, shocking revelations and a special bond between two women. Next come two thrillers that will take you inside the deep, dark and secretive lives…
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India has survived as a single political entity because of democracy
By Meghnad Desai, (Noted public intellectual, professor of Economics and an active member of the British Labour Party since 1971, Meghnad Desais latest book “The Raisina Model” (Penguin/Rs 499/208 pages) offers a critical and frequently uncomfortable mediation on Indias contemporary political culture. Presented here is an exclusive extract from the book:) Why, despite the differences…
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Of dons, Jodha-Akbar, love and terror
(Books This Weekend) New Delhi : Explore the story of Bengaluru’s underworld that has been ruled by shrewd and notorious dons; read about the Mughal emperor Akbar and his beloved Jodha in a tale abuzz with political intrigue, personal enmities and hidden rivalry; flick through the story of a boy who has had the best…
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Of technology, poetry, life and magic
New Delhi : Learn the syntax and grammar of the HTML computer language; see how the most exhilarating highs and the heartbreaking lows of life and love come out in a few short lines; know how to conquer difficulties in life from a boy paralysed from the shoulder down; and go into a fast-paced plot…
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Of Sindhis, patriarchy, mythology and love
New Delhi : Take a close look at the Sindhi way of doing business; know the stories of women resisting the patriarchal rules of the society; go through an illustrated retelling of the Mahabharata that is sure to enthrall the new generation of readers; and flick through a modern love story, full of bumps and…