Literature has witnessed several genres from time to time. While poetry or verse is one of the earliest forms of literature, though disputably, the latest to come on board is flash fiction. You may have heard this genre quite recurrently in last few years. But it is just for the sake of calling it flash…
Education is something, which can shape India’s destiny. Why I say this is because the demographics suggest that India will have the largest working age population (aged between 20-65) by 2035. But to do so, it is far more important to channelize their energy and prepare them for the future. It can only happen if…
Jaishree Mishra has announced to her followers by sending a letter that she will launch her new novel called ‘A Scandalous Secret’ at Hay Festival in London. Here is what Mishra wrote, “I did promise you a book called ‘A Scandalous Secret’… It is due to be released next week in the UK and, by…
Given the kiln which Delhi has turned into in last few days, I’m very much obsessed with an idea of flying to my hometown in the hills. Even if Hamirpur is hot during this time of the year but it is far better than Delhi where hot winds slap you all day and night. Frankly…
India seems to have touched new heights in English writing, specifically fiction. In last few years, readers have the delight to read many maiden novelists like Arvind Adiga and Kishwar Desai, among others. Latest author to join the league is Supriya Parulekar. Recently Crossword Bookstore, Mumbai and Leadstart Publishing on 30th November 2010, launched her…
Again I have to talk about the coveted Cafe Reverie. The place you have been told in my previous scribble. It is the most happening place in Shimla where people wait even for their turn to grab a table and spend some enjoyable moments. However, it’s also known for things uncanny. The chandeliers glinted from…
It was a cloudy evening in Shimla that day. He anxiously walked up to the Mall Road to meet his girlfriend waiting at the Cafe Reverie. The time he waded through the tourists and walked into the restaurant to see his restless girlie waiting at the far table, close to the window through which the…
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