Think autobiographical books, and you think of some great leaders of different fields from across the world. We Indians tend to buy books at any time, for birthdays or as festival gifts; internationally, books are more of Christmas gifts. Anyhow, why not! They make a good inspirational read for the holidays. However, I know many…
Forced confinement to our homes on account of the Coronavirus has led people to resort to various innovative ways and means to either occupy themselves or interact across various digital platforms. Some among us have books, yet some are quick to buy online books to continue with their reading.
While men are mostly talking about business-related…
Now that the Coronavirus in India has permeated and affected all human activity that form a part of our daily routine, it is interesting to note that even animals are not like their usual selves anymore. With their sixth sense, it’s easy for these creatures to tell that all is not well. The ever-present stray…
So… all locked-down and wondering how to best utilize time? Play with your kids, help them study well in advance, talk to them, let them share their experiences, you share yours, enjoy meals together. How about reading books as you look for some me-time!
With nothing to do and nowhere to go, the world has practically…
Buy books online, read in bed, adopt pets, let them disturb you as you read… Doesn’t that define heaven!
What more if you get to buy books on pet-care! Well, yes there are many, visit a store, virtual or real, and you’ll know. Pets have an aura of charm around them that makes you want to…
Perhaps it would do well to bear in mind the kind of attire that would be most suitable for summer, especially if you’re living in the dusty and arid conditions of the Rajasthan desert.
Clearly the best choice by any standards are light, crisp cool cottons. The fabric by its very nature is light and airy.…
Nothing beats summer than shopping. And for some of us, it could be window shopping.
Some others find pleasure in… online book shopping!
No matter what you or I might say, there are lots of folks who will always root for summer despite the heat, dust, flies, water-shortages and power cut. But they have their reasons: the…
Feeding people cuisine with a distinct ethnicity is what he loves doing best. He happens to be an authority on Vedic style, vegetarian, Indian cuisine of the most exotic kind. In short, food is his muse that allows him the freedom to express his creativity. His preferred style calls for slow cooking on low heat.…
Some soldiers never fade away; they just keep soldiering on with their usual fire and thunder, standing tall and proud – even at 106. A decorated war veteran who has seen action in World War II, Major Bakhtawar Singh Brar, who retired from the 6 Kumaon Regiment in 1963. But Major Brar was not ready…
Topper is just one of the words that best describes this Sikh gentleman. But it really doesn’t do full justice, because Hardeep Singh Puri is a man who has worn many hats with equal flair and still doing the country proud as its Union Civil Aviation Minister. It would be difficult to list all his…
When he runs he presents a stirring sight: A tall burly figure with his long, flowing, snowy beard blowing in the wind, striding along at a comfortable, breezy pace on a highway. Bystanders on the sidewalks on both sides cheer him on as they chorus, “There goes the marathon man”.
That’s British national Fauja Singh, originally…
He is a flamboyant, swashbuckling, fun-loving adventurer who makes people sit up and notice him. So no matter where he is or where you are, it doesn’t matter. With his phone he’s got millions of people in the palm of his hand. Or to put it more precisely, he’s got two million followers on his…
