Stories • Culture • Voice
Stories • Culture • Voice
Whoever said ‘Health is Wealth’ clearly knew the true priorities in life. Health is a holistic concept with the intricate connection of the body, mind, and soul. The beginning of all health wisdom begins with water. Ironically, the market floods…
From childhood to the longest period of time in my life, I read strictly fiction only loving the escapism that it provided from the limitations of the real world. I took a gradual liking and preference for non-fiction books in…
At first, I thought that the news was a hoax. Like most celebrity death news! But, when the news actually turned out to be true, it took some time to register. It still feels so unreal. Death comes like a…
I rushed into the bathroom to wash my hands after cooking dinner. It was 7.30pm. I told my in-laws that I had to go to the pharmacy and would be back soon. I should have gone much earlier. Why do…
My hometown is in Arakuzha, Kerala. But, I was born and brought up in Andhra and Telangana. I did my elementary schooling in Kothamangalam and have travelled a bit around the country. I am quite a foodie and I appreciate…
Okay, let me confess right at the outset – I am a Sabyasachi fan-girl! Never mind, I cannot afford to buy any of his creations. But I love to watch and admire his designs from a modest distance. I liked…
Last week´s musing was all about Self-Doubt and how it acts as an ignitor for new learnings, discovery and growth. Why am I doubting myself or the circumstances that I am in? Is there something lacking? How can I improve…
I have mixed reactions when to comes to Padman. It´s a good subject that is weakly executed. Yes, the movie shines in some parts but it´s a serious let-down in many other parts. Let´s start with the good. The movie…
For all those calling out the #PadManChallenge as ´crass´, ´vulgar´, ´sick´ etc., aren´t we guilty of saying the exact same thing that was said to Arunachalam Muruganantham when he held a pad in public for the first time? If Arunachalam Muruganantham can…
It was Ashima Jain´s excellent review of the ´Revelations of an imperfect life´ which initially got me all perked up about the book. I have been a fan of Ashima Jain´s short fiction stories ever since I first laid my eyes…
It is my honour and privilege to interview one of India´s finest contemporary authors, Sadiqa Peerbhoy. Her latest book, ´House of Discord´ was launched at the Bangalore Literature Festival in November 2017. You can read my review here: House of Discord…
This time last year Aunt: Happy Birthday, Tina! So, what´s planned for the day? Me: Thank you so much! Ah…It´s just another day! And for some reason, I don´t think birthdays are all that much of a big deal anyway.…
When I look back and reflect on my post last year ´Top 10 lessons of 2016´ , I realize how those lessons still hold good today. But, every year teaches you something new or acts as a sweet reminder of…
When I first laid my hands on this book and checked out the story plot, I was intrigued. I did a little more research on the author and was even more intrigued. To be honest, my expectations were skyrocket high.…
If travel is on top of your New Year´s resolution´s list for 2018, let me recommend the Urby´s passport holder for you. I received a personalised passport holder from Urby just in time for my holiday travel beginning November this…
Firstly, I am not going to make any judgements about this particular case as I am waiting for more facts to surface to the top. Secondly in this particular case, the facts don´t matter to me as much as the…