What has drawn writers and poets to the character of the 'tawaif' (courtesan) is the paradox—they sell intimacy on one hand, while yearning for 'real' love on the other
By Shubhangi Shah April 10, 2026
'The Unbecoming', written by Kartikeya Vajpai, presents a contemporary spin on the tales of Siddharthas who have walked the path of 'unbecoming'
By Shubhangi Shah
Gopal K. Gureja’s latest work draws on extensive empirical research and decades of professional experience
By Aayushi Negi
The book delves into the complexities of India's aircraft manufacturing industry, highlighting past missed opportunities and future potential
By K. Sunil Thomas
In her book, retired IPS officer Anju Gupta shines light on “glocal” terror — an intersection of local and global issues, of local militant networks and global jihadist movements
By Shubhangi Shah
Author Sudhir Tukaram Devare recalls in vivid detail the period of disarray in the international order during the early 1990s
By S. Narendra
Neena Verma’s latest book offers an empathetic guide on building deep resilience to navigate grief, loss, and adversity through an uncomplicated framework
By Nitin SJ Asariparambil
Abhay K. takes you on a poetic journey through the rich tapestry of Africa in his latest collection
By Esha Sachan
The book moves beyond political headlines to explore the profound human cost of the conflict, focusing on the loss of home, memory, and the resilience found in telling one's own story
By Esha Sachan
Anand Prasad provides a profound analysis of the Indian legal system, arguing for daring, structural reforms—from embracing AI to reintroducing economic rationality—to restore public trust and deliver true justice
By Sitesh Mukherjee
Sonia Faleiro’s The Robe and the Sword explores the rise of Buddhist extremism across Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand, examining how religion becomes intertwined with nationalism and power
By Shubhangi Shah
Vinu P and Niyas Kareem’s ‘The Corpse Collector’ is the heart-rending story of a man moulded by his encounters with death
By Anjuly Mathai
Travel, for Pallavi Aiyar, is not about geography as much as it is about discovery
By Anjuly Mathai