Literary fiction needs a dose of entertainment
People are reading less literary fiction than ever. One reason is that it’s boring.
Days at the Morisaki Bookshop: A book about books
Tucked away in Jimbocho, Tokyo, the Morisaki Bookshop is filled with hundreds of second-hand books, quietly and gently awaiting Takako’s awareness of them...
Book review | The Eight Percent Solution: A Strategy for India’s Growth by Nikhil Gupta is a cold hard look at the Indian economy
Whether you agree or disagree with Gupta’s prescriptions for the Indian economy, this book is worth reading!
Best Bourbons for your home bar: Say cheers to Jim Beam, Jefferson's Reserve, Wild Turkey and more
Best Bourbons in India: Explore our list of the best Bourbons you can collect for your home bar. From Maker's Mark's signature red wax seal to the rich history of Elijah Craig Small Batch, Jim Beam Black's full-bodied flavour and Woodford Reserve's fruity notes, these are what enthusiasts choose for their home bar.
What you need to know about Mahua heritage liquor, made in Madhya Pradesh by indigenous tribes
Aniruddha Mookerjee says that both Mond and Mohulo have the flavour of a traditional tribal product - with no additives or colouring.
Sandwich renaissance: Where to get the best sandwiches in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Goa, Pune
Ditch that boring cucumber sandwich and explore the world of gourmet sandwiches, thanks to some of India’s best chefs and new sandwich shops.
The Fraud by Zadie Smith review: a dazzling depiction of Victorian colonial England
2023 G20 Summit: Needed, a smart city for our hard-working politicians
There is precedence for this - many countries have seen the wisdom of taking their rulers far away from the folks they rule.
My family and other Globalizers | Teaching children to be human in an AI world
Schools should offer courses in Empathy, Philosophy and Unusual World Views: where the emphasis is on thinking unpredictably, out-of-algorithm.
In love with love: Why we can't get enough of romance on screen, in pages... and in real life
Literature and cinema are filled with couples about to fall in love, in the process of falling in love, or in the midst of declaring their love for each other.
Book excerpts: 8 books longlisted for the 2023 Booker Prize
Mini excerpts from The Bee Sting by Paul Murray; In Ascension by Martin MacInnes; Old God's Time by Sebastian Barry; The House of Doors by Tan Twan Eng; A Spell of Good Things by Ayobami Adebayo; The Other Eden by Paul Harding; How To Build a Boat by Elaine Feeney; and Study for Obedience by Sarah Bernstein.
Book review of 2023 Booker-longlisted Prophet Song by Paul Lynch: Love in a time of dystopia
Paul Lynch’s Booker-longlisted Prophet Song is a vivid, harrowing novel of a woman and her family in a repressive time.
Funnycontrol | 9 lessons investors can learn from ISRO
What Pragyan rover teaches us about sharing investing screenshots online, reasons to consider Mars soyabean futures in 30 Mars years and more investment lessons from ISRO missions.
Why is cucumber eaten during Janmashtami?
Hindu god Lord Krishna was fond of it, it is said. Touted to be light and easily digestible, rich in potassium and fibre, and easily available during this season, cucumbers are part of various religious food traditions and offerings.
G20 Summit Delhi: From metro services to food deliveries, what's allowed, what's not
No delivery services, except medical ones will be allowed in the New Delhi district; app-based taxis with passengers showing valid ID card/tickets can ply. Here are all the details
Silicon Valley titans’ plan to build utopian city in California faces hurdle
According to various news reports, LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman, philanthropist Laurene Powell Jobs and venture capitalist Marc Andreessen are among the tech tycoons behind Flannery Associates
2023 G20 Summit Quiz part 1: What was the theme of India’s Presidency at the G20?
The 2023 G20 Summit is scheduled for September 9-10. Ahead of the summit, take our quiz on India's G20 presidency and leaders in G20.
Book excerpt: She, The Leader by Nidhi Sharma | How Smriti Irani recovered from a mistake she made in her early years in the BJP
Smriti Irani has completed more than 20 years in the Bharatiya Janata Party. A look back at some of her earliest assignments in Rajasthan and Delhi.
Vision 2047: How mega-city Bengaluru can leave its traffic snarls behind
As Bengaluru transformed from a village to a city to a metropolitan to now a mega city, its traffic has made parts of it unlivable. How will the city careen to 2047 without getting stalled in a traffic jam?
Paris Olympics 2024 | Why our cities need pavement booksellers
Pavement booksellers make the habit of reading democratic and accessible. It’s a pity that they’re being relocated and diminished.
Book excerpt: The Shortest History of War by Gwynne Dyer | Why humans fight wars
When did humans start fighting wars and is it possible to stop wars altogether?
Book excerpt: Defaulter’s Paradise Lost | What to do if your company is facing bankruptcy
Who is using the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016, how and what to do if you find yourself at the receiving end.
SEBI guidelines and finfluencer dilemma: To curb or to promote?
With great reach, comes great power; the power to influence people’s buying decisions. SEBI is trying to ensure that the power is used responsibly. But it's far from simple.
Book excerpt: Busted by Ashok Soota | Myth of the lonely leader
Expressing gratitude, developing a mutual learning mindset, and building a support network are among Ashok Soota's top tips for leaders who feel lonely at the top.
