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New book on Kamala Harris offers an Indian perspective of US vice president’s life
A new book on the life and journey of Kamala Harris hit stands on the same day as her inauguration as the US vice president.
TRENDS
Nobel Peace Prize nominee Dr Scilla Elworthy on why it takes courage to stand for peace
Three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee Dr Scilla Elworthy advocates peace through fearless action and activating feminine intelligence in both men and women.
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Peace activist Dr Devika Mittal on encouraging dialogue between Indian and Pakistani youth
Peace activist Dr Devika Mittal of Aaghaz-e-Dosti is working to normalise relationships between the youth of India and Pakistan.
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Fort Kochi, art, therapy and food: A peek into Tanya Abraham’s creative world
Art curator, author and founder of The Art Outreach Society, Tanya Abraham’s world revolves around her hometown Kochi and its globally connected food and history.
BUSINESS
The vision that drives Hira Rizvi, founder of Pakistan’s first carpooling app for women
Young tech entrepreneur Hira Batool Rizvi’s carpooling app She'Kab offers women commuters in Pakistan a safe and efficient way to get to college or work.
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23 years after Ricky Reel’s death, his mother Sukhdev is still fighting for justice
Sukhdev Reel not only lost her 20-year-old son Ricky, she was also subject to spying by the UK police for demanding an investigation into what she believes was a racist murder. An interview.
INDIA
Indian-Canadian author takes up the Dawoodi Bohra tradition of Khatna #FGM
Like her previous books that raised complex social issues, Canadian author-activist Farzana Doctor’s latest novel raises the topic of female genital cutting.
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How Preeti Vasudevan is taking Indian dance heritage to youth in the West
New York-based award-winning choreographer and performer Preeti Vasudevan has made Bharatanatyam relevant and relatable for a global audience through her work.
TRENDS
Most women’s businesses ineligible for Atmanirbhar Bharat stimulus package, says Suhela Khan of UN Women
WeEmpower Asia programme head at UN Women, Suhela Khan talks about the path ahead for women’s economic empowerment in India.
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Environmental awareness, social conscience – Kiran Manral on post-COVID parenting
The post-COVID world needs a new parenting paradigm. Author Kiran Manral's new book offers guidance.
TRENDS
Book review: Sit Your Self Down is the perfect read for those who haven’t tried Vipassana, and those who have
Journalist Gayatri Jayaraman’s new memoir about her vipassana experience 'Sit Your Self Down' accomplishes a rare feat.
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'It serves governments to keep the people of India and Pakistan apart' – Karuna Ezara Parikh
Television personality and social-media influencer Karuna Ezara Parikh’s debut novel revolves around an Indian-Pakistani romance.
POLITICS
Humble roots to global fame, COVID warrior KK Shailaja’s extraordinary story
Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja has made global headlines for her handling of the COVID-19 crisis, but she continues to stay alert, rooted in grassroots reality.
POLITICS
11 elections, 3 wins: The Ahmed Family of Maryland doesn’t give up
What do you do when you lose an election, or five? You get your kids to run too! Meet the marvellous Ahmed family of Bowie, Maryland.
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Financial interests are valued more than blood of innocents in Yemen: Activist Radhya Almutawakel
Yemeni human-rights campaigner Radhya Almutawakel’s activism highlights the humanitarian crisis created by global powers instigating the Yemen war.
TRENDS
Black Americans never got their share of the American Dream, says US activist Aja Barber
The social-media influencer who focuses on race and intersectional feminism decodes #BlackLivesMatter.
FEATURES
Five memorial museums that remind us of the consequences of hate
These memorial museums around the world redress systemic racism, genocide and hate crimes.
SPORTS-TRENDS
Bethany Hamilton: The one-armed surfer who made the impossible possible
Bethany Hamilton not only recovered from the loss of an arm in a shark attack but went on to become one of America’s top surfers and sporting icons.
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The tale of two entrepreneurs who adapted to lockdown and grew
Babita Gupta and Shivani Agarwal refused to give up on their dreams and employees during the COVID-19 lockdown. This is how they survived and thrived.
FEATURES
System discredits whistleblower to maintain status quo, says IPS officer Roopa Moudgil
Having stood up to corrupt politicians and conniving businessmen over 20 years, courage is now second nature to her.
TRENDS
Interview: Parenting expert Parul Ohri on Bois Locker Room scandal, sex education in India
Schools are supposed to have mandatory sessions on sex education, which are unfortunately treated as a box to be ticked and delivered ineffectively.
TRENDS
Coronavirus impact: New York humanitarian Meera Gandhi on mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic
The founder of the Giving Back Foundation and mother of three recently launched her limited-series TV show to spread the message of resilience and optimism.
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Coronavirus pandemic: How women entrepreneurs are riding out the COVID-19 lockdown in India
As COVID-19 puts a halt to the wheels of economies worldwide, five entrepreneurs and self-employed women in India share their experiences.
BUSINESS
These three moms are creating career opportunities for other moms
Motherhood triggered these three entrepreneurs to create jobs, platforms and opportunities for other women.
