Rohini Rana is an author, culinary historian, and expert on Nepal’s royal cuisine, best known for her books “The Rana Cookbook: Recipes from the Palaces of Nepal” and “The Nepal Cookbook: 108 Regional Recipes”. Born into the royal family of Awagarh, Uttar Pradesh, she later married General Gaurav S.J.B. Rana, former Chief of Army Staff…
Dr. Baas holds a PhD in Anthropology from the University of Amsterdam and has held various academic positions, including at the National University of Singapore and the University of Amsterdam.  His research primarily focuses on urban anthropology, with interests in artificial intelligence, life in Indian and Asian megacities, new middle-class populations, and migration/transnationalism.Notable Work:•…
Devdutt Pattanaik is a renowned Indian mythologist, author, and speaker, celebrated for his engaging interpretations of ancient myths and their relevance to modern life. Born in Mumbai in 1970, he has authored over 50 books, including “Myth = Mithya,” “Jaya: An Illustrated Retelling of the Mahabharata,” and “Sita: An Illustrated Retelling of the Ramayana.” He…
Shubha Sarma is an IAS officer and author, known for her sharp storytelling and engaging narratives. An alumnus of Lady Shri Ram College and Jawaharlal Nehru University, she balances bureaucracy with literature. Her debut book, “Fly on the Wall & Other Stories” (2013), was widely acclaimed and translated into multiple languages, followed by her novel,…
Pawan Thapa Magar is a writer, translator, filmmaker, and social/political activist. Thapa recently translated the Hindi play “Loi Chalai Kavira Sath” into Nepali. He has also created video archives on YouTube featuring Nepali poetry, including works in Hindi and numerous other local languages, and has been running a campaign to promote reading culture through these…
Keshav Chaturvedi is a seasoned media professional with over 25 years of experience in journalism and communications. He has held various roles, including serving as a junior to Sri SS Misra, where he gained expertise in conducting warrant and session trials, and working as a communications consultant. His writings have been featured in publications such…
Rajneesh Trivedi is a prominent Indian journalist, editor, and literary figure known for his significant contributions to Hindi journalism. He is currently serving as the Chief Editor of Navodit Pravah, a respected Hindi literary weekly published in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. Under his leadership, the publication has earned recognition for its insightful content and contributions to the…
K. Sridhar is a theoretical particle physicist who has spent most of his life in Bombay before relocating to Bangalore. Over the years, he has contributed significantly to the fields of physics and philosophy, publishing numerous research papers. Sridhar has also written books on physics and science education, reflecting his passion for both subjects. His…
Shefali Vaidya is a freelance writer, columnist, and media personality based in Pune, India. With a Master’s degree in Mass Communications from the University of Pune, she also holds advanced diplomas in Spanish and Indology. Shefali is a regular contributor to leading publications such as Swarajya Magazine, IndiaFacts, and Tarun Bharat, where she writes on…