Book cover of The Making of Canada by Greg Koabel, a history of Canada’s formation through exploration, trade, and colonial rivalry

A concise and engaging review of The Making of Canada by Greg Koabel, tracing the country’s formation from early European exploration to Confederation through the lives of the individuals who shaped its history.

Cover of Somanatha – The Many Voices of History by Romila Thapar showing Somnath temple in Gujarat

Romila Thapar’s Somanatha – The Many Voices of History dismantles the popular myths surrounding the Somnath temple, showing how medieval chronicles, colonial historians, and modern narratives have shaped its story. A deeply researched work, the book reveals multiple perspectives, from Turko-Persian accounts of Mahmud of Ghazni’s raid to Sanskrit inscriptions and Jain texts, offering readers a nuanced view of history beyond simplistic binaries of conqueror and victim.”

Book cover of The Vegetarian by Han Kang, a novel exploring patriarchy, defiance, and silence in South Korean society

The Vegetarian

Anita Anand’s biography brings to life Princess Sophia, the youngest daughter of Maharaja Duleep Singh, tracing her journey from royal privilege in England to her fearless activism as a suffragette and wartime contributor. A remarkable tale of courage, conviction, and a forgotten legacy of the Punjab royal family.

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An analysis of the UGC 2026 equity regulations, the protests against equity and inclusion, and the hypocrisy of it

India Today magazine 50th anniversary cover highlighting five decades of Indian journalism.

India Today at 50

A personal reflection on growing up with India Today as a trusted, questioning magazine—and the quiet unease of watching it change over five decades. At fifty, the magazine’s journey raises an uncomfortable question: does it still interrogate power, or has it learned to live alongside it?

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From Indore to MSG, Zakir Khan redefined Hindi comedy. But can art remain apolitical in times of injustice? An op-ed on comedy, power & silence.

Cover of the book "Kashmir in Conflict" by Victoria Schofiels

Kashmir in Conflict is a well-researched book exploring the various reasons for the conflict in Kashmir. It is an informative and insightful book for anyone who wants to know about the genesis of Kashmir conflict.

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The Hanging of Afzal Guru is a collection of essays by prominent writers, journalsts, lawyers and activists presenting compelling perspectives and arguments that challenges the official stand of Government of India on both the Parliament attack and Afzal Guru.

Book Review The Many Faces of Kashmiri Nationalism

The Many Faces of Kashmiri Nationalism is a brilliant book to understand the Kashmir's modern history through the lives of two Kashmiri people. A must-read for anyone who has interest in understanding the Kashmir conflict, its history and the present state of affairs.

Cover of the book 'पीली छतरी वाली लड़की' by Uday Prakask - fiction

पीली छतरी वाली लड़की, उदय प्रकाश जी के एक बेहतरीन किताब जो यूनिवर्सिटी के प्रेम के बारे मे और थोड़ा कुछ और है.

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लिहाफ़

लिहाफ़ - इस्मत चुगताई की कहानियों का संग्रह है। उनकी कहानियों के होकर आप उस दौर के सामाजिक परिवेश में महिलाओं की मनोदशा को समझ पाते हैं।

Book review of Smay se Muthbhed by Adam Gondvi

समय से मुठभेड़ अदम गोंडवी की ग़ज़लों का एक बेहतरीन संग्रह है। उनकी शायरी ने हमेशा शोषित और वंचित लोगों के लिए आवाज़ उठाई है।

Book cover of Sophia – Princess, Suffragette, Revolutionary by Anita Anand showing Princess Sophia in period attire.

Anita Anand’s biography brings to life Princess Sophia, the youngest daughter of Maharaja Duleep Singh, tracing her journey from royal privilege in England to her fearless activism as a suffragette and wartime contributor. A remarkable tale of courage, conviction, and a forgotten legacy of the Punjab royal family.

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The Patient Assassin

A true tale of massacre, revenge, and India's quest for independence.

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A memoir that takes us into the villages of Telangana of landless and bonded labourers and how the author organised and helped them fight for their rights.

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Book cover of The Vegetarian by Han Kang, a novel exploring patriarchy, defiance, and silence in South Korean society

The Vegetarian

Anita Anand’s biography brings to life Princess Sophia, the youngest daughter of Maharaja Duleep Singh, tracing her journey from royal privilege in England to her fearless activism as a suffragette and wartime contributor. A remarkable tale of courage, conviction, and a forgotten legacy of the Punjab royal family.

Book cover of “Greek Lessons” by Han Kang, a reflective novel exploring silence, language, and human connection.

Greek Lessons

Greek Lessons by Han Kang is a quiet, reflective novel about silence, loss, and the fragile nature of language. Through the lives of two individuals—one losing her voice, the other his sight. The book explores how connection can exist even when words fail. A gentle and thought-provoking read, it invites readers to slow down and listen to what remains unsaid.

Book Review of "The Sense of an Ending" on bookspoetryandmore

Book review of "The Sense of an Ending" - a fine book by Julian Barnes about memories of youth and the truth that how deceiving they can be