Culture & Affairs is a deep dive into the narratives that shape our modern world, moving beyond the noise of the 24-hour news cycle. Here, we explore the intersection of international relations, societal trends, and intellectual history. Books, biographies, cultural criticism, society, and the stories that shape public life. Whether through a lens of geopolitical analysis or a study of local traditions, this section offers a curated look at the ideas and events defining our collective future. Discover global perspectives that challenge the status quo and bridge the gap between world news and personal meaning.
From Khakee: The Bihar Chapter to his new thriller Police Affairs, IPS officer Amit Lodha on crime fiction, policing, and adaptation buzz. Continue reading Khakee Hero’s New Thriller: Is Police Affairs OTT-Ready?
Explore the complex world of cannabis in Bradley J. Borougerdi’s book. From Lord Shiva’s bhang to modern Western medicine, a review of a global botanical history. Continue reading Bradley J. Borougerdi’s Cannabis: From Shiva’s Elixir to Global Commodity
Is the UN being sidelined? Explore the rise of Trump’s Board of Peace, the controversial $1 billion ‘Price of Unity,’ and how this new global force is reshaping diplomacy from Davos to Gaza. A deep dive into the shift in world power. Continue reading Board of Peace: Trump, the UN, and the Price of Unity
Explore the haunting true story of Vinu P., the ‘Corpse Collector’ of Aluva. A deep dive into Niyas Kareem’s poignant book on dignity in death, the hidden labour of Kerala’s fringes, and the constitutional questions of life after breath. Continue reading The Corpse Collector by Vinu P & Niyas Kareem
Discover the magic of Srivalli Rekha’s “Forests and Faeries.” A beautiful collection of 13 short stories for children that blends Indian storytelling, science, and folklore. Continue reading Forests and Faeries by Srivalli Rekha: Enchanting Tales for Children
An objective look at an icon. Read my review of Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood by Mohar Basu, a balanced portrait of cinema, superstardom, and the controversies defining a cultural phenomenon. Continue reading Salman Khan: The Sultan of Bollywood by Mohar Basu
Review of From Dynasties to Democracy by Deep Mukherjee & Tabeenah Anjum. Unraveling the caste politics, power struggles, and royal legacies of Rajasthan. Continue reading From Dynasties to Democracy by Deep Mukherjee and Tabeenah Anjum
In a world obsessed with 3-second hooks, Bill Bryson reminds us that life is a slow, multi-billion-year shuffle that deserves our undivided attention. Continue reading A Short History of Nearly Everything 2.0 by Bill Bryson: From Atoms to Ancestors
Move over Twilight! Shannaaya Chopra’s ‘The Turning’ brings werewolves to Mumbai’s Aarey Colony. Read our review of this fresh, culturally rooted YA fantasy. Continue reading The Turning by Shannaaya Chopra: Werewolves in Mumbai
Find a hug for your soul! Curl up with these heartwarming movies and series for a joyful day. My curated list of OTT gems focuses on trust, family, and the beauty of the Slow Life. Continue reading Heartwarming Movies & Series to Stream for Joyful Days
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