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8th Day

Zoo-tifully cool

In a bid to provide relief to the creatures beat the heat, a series of innovative and thoughtful interventions have been implemented.

Fighting against human trafficking

The writer is a social activist who has been at the forefront of the fight against human trafficking and has led NGOs that have helped rescue hundreds of victims across India.

Unveiling the shadows

The writer's commitment to her art is evident from the outset with her choice of subject and racy style. The author has demonstrated intelligence in choosing a pertinent topic that one can relate to in today’s fast-paced, tech-driven city life.

April allegory

Well, April has descended on us, and the words return to haunt. Today I ponder the cruelty that we have let loose. Cruelty of different hues. Of the worst kind is the cruelty we have subjected nature to

The sublimation of devotion

In present times, when division among humanity in different shapes and forms predominates in the world, it is the nectarine 'Harinaam Sankirtana Yajna' that can play the role of a panacea to bring about universal unity and brotherhood.

Imagery and wordplay

The 41 poems in the collection speak of life, death, pain and suffering, of hope and faith in the power of love. Written in a lucid, simple language with vivid, evocative images it conveys the poet’s feelings and emotions.

A bouquet of poetry

Writing about women and translating women's writing involves a measure of activism.

Short story – Suicide

Fula had no words to defend herself. She was shattered into pieces. There was a spontaneous flow of tears from her eyes —they reached her nostrils, lips and chin. She thought that life saves the cruellest for the poor.