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Silent Whispers
Silent Whispers
LnC's budding author Keerthana Manikandan Nair pens a suspense-filled detective story. Detective Claire Williams investigates the murder of historian Charles Whitaker, uncovering...
Under the Sapphire Sky — Book Review
Under the Sapphire Sky — Book Review
Santosh Bakaya explores Sangeeta Sharma's poetry collection Under the Sapphire Sky, highlighting its rich imagery, cultural themes, and philosophical reflections across five...
The Middle of Everything: An Absolute Humdinger
The Middle of Everything: An Absolute Humdinger
A review of Vivek Atray's The Middle of Everything, praising his witty, observant writing style that transforms everyday incidents into entertaining stories with humor and...
Sharmistha's Odyssey: A Daughter’s Tribute, A Queen’s Triumph
Sharmistha’s Odyssey: A Daughter’s Tribute, A Queen’s Triumph
Celebrating the Spirit of International Women’s Day with Sharmistha's Odyssey — the real life story of a grieving daughter who, motivated by her late father's belief in...
Doctors Release Ramendra Kumar's 'Coping with Cancer' Book at Vital Synergies Summit 2025
Doctors Release Ramendra Kumar’s ‘Coping with Cancer’ Book at Vital Synergies Summit 2025
A galaxy of oncologists and other medical and healthcare professionals from across India released Ramendra Kumar's book on his fight against cancer — Coping with Cancer—Hands-on...
Tete-a-tete with Dr. Nandini Sahu — Erudite Folklorist, Best-selling Writer & Academician
Tete-a-tete with Dr. Nandini Sahu — Erudite Folklorist, Best-selling Writer & Academician
In a candid conversation with Ramendra Kumar, Prof Nandini Sahu shares insights about her bestselling works, while reflecting on her inspirations and vision for the future....
Symphony of Soulmates
Symphony of Soulmates
College sweethearts who defied odds, distance, and family differences. Both touched by early loss, Manish and Jyotsna's 27-year journey proves that true love conquers all...
Ghazal, and Its Place in Music
Ghazal, and Its Place in Music
Film and non-film genre of ghazals This essay is about ghazals; the advent of ghazals into our traditional music and into Hindi films. NS Rajan explores the history, structure,...
When Grief Blooms Into Love: A Journey of Healing Hearts
When Grief Blooms Into Love: A Journey of Healing Hearts
After tragedy claims her husband Shekhar, Divya finds healing and unexpected love with his devoted friend Praveen, proving that some souls are destined to meet. A love...
Poetry as a Cathartic Release 
Poetry as a Cathartic Release 
Two poems by Sushant Thapa that capture selfless love and inspire one to leave the insomnia behind. 
How I Dived into Glass Painting
How I Dived into Glass Painting
A DIY glass painting adventure sparked by a shattered prayer cabinet panel. Our reluctant artist Rachna channels her inner Van Gogh, armed with third-grade art credentials...
Bouquet of Life or Death – A Collection of Poems
Bouquet of Life or Death – A Collection of Poems
A collection of wistful poems by Sushant Thapa exploring the intimate landscapes of human emotion, solitude, creativity, and existential reflections.
Vizag Junior Litfest (VJLF): Chilling with Children!
Vizag Junior Litfest (VJLF): Chilling with Children!
Back from VJLF, Ramendra Kumar shares some endearing moments that have morphed into enduring memories.
The Coconut Seller
The Coconut Seller
The kind coconut seller does more with his coconuts than simply selling them. Enjoy Episode 21 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite...
Young Selfless Changemakers
Young Selfless Changemakers
A group of teenagers becomes changemakers, raising awareness about the debilitating effects of dementia that afflicts many elderly people. A short story by Dr K Srikala Ganapathy....
Chirps, Chatter, Calls and Chaos
Chirps, Chatter, Calls and Chaos
Two mynahs choose some freshly washed clothes to attend to their morning duties. Enjoy Episode 20 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your...
Counting Calories
Counting Calories
Kanchan's calorie count compels Santosh Bakaya to skip her favourite balushahi. Enjoy Episode 19 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite...
A Timeless Symphony of Love and Longing: Agamani and Bijoya Songs of Sachin Dev Burman
A Timeless Symphony of Love and Longing: Agamani and Bijoya Songs of Sachin Dev Burman
In the musical heritage of Bengal, a vibrant canvas of human emotions unfolds. Age-old melodies of Agamani and Bijoya evoke the bittersweet essence of love and loss, whispering...
The Price of Victory
The Price of Victory
A broken leg was a small price to pay for winning a cricket match! Enjoy Episode 18 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 – your favourite morning...
The Accidental Yoga
The Accidental Yoga
A mistimed kick turns into a yoga asana. Enjoy Episode 17 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read with your morning...
The Roti Maker Turned Cartographer
The Roti Maker Turned Cartographer
Enjoy Episode 16 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read with your morning coffee! ☕ Heartwarming episodes that...
Anytime is Reel Time
Anytime is Reel Time
Mad about reel making? Just pull out your phone and shoot! Enjoy Episode 15 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read...
Indian Children’s Literature in English: Ramendra Kumar, the Hyderabadi Signature
Indian Children’s Literature in English: Ramendra Kumar, the Hyderabadi Signature
Excerpts from a talk presented by Dr. Pathipaka Mohan at the daylong seminar held on Ramendra Kumar’s writing on 15th of April, 2024 at Bengaluru
The Roach Quake
The Roach Quake
What happens when you spot a cockroach? Enjoy Episode 14 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read with your morning...
Catterels and Doggerels
Catterels and Doggerels
Luxury is looking at cats and kittens, at dogs and pups. Enjoy Episode 13 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read...
Return of the Tornado
Return of the Tornado
Santosh Bakaya's pet peeve returns, this time on two wheels. Enjoy Episode 12 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read...
The Openbills Don't Come
The Openbills Don’t Come
A wistful poem about how reckless urbanization is driving away nature from its habitat.
The Hungry Faqir
The Hungry Faqir
Trying to feed a famished faqir turns out to be a case of mistaken identity. Enjoy Episode 11 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite...
The Agony of Autocorrect
The Agony of Autocorrect
Modern day Mrs Malaprop arrives in the avatar of autocorrect. Enjoy Episode 10 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 — your favourite morning...
Taka Chor!
Taka Chor!
A playful debate on whether birds bring more giggles than bad luck! Enjoy Episode 9 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning...
Rains, Ahoy!
Rains, Ahoy!
A young girl sings in jubilation to beckon the rains. Enjoy Episode 8 of Santosh Bakaya’s ever popular Morning Meanderings Season 4 - your favourite morning read with...
A Poetic Elegy: 'Rabihara' — Kazi Nazrul's Ode to Tagore
A Poetic Elegy: ‘Rabihara’ — Kazi Nazrul’s Ode to Tagore
Kazi Nazrul Islam's bond with Rabindranath Tagore was rooted in profound veneration. When Tagore passed away, Nazrul composed a long poem ‘Rabihara' (The Loss of Rabindranath),...

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