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What if you have a dream career but your family has other plans for you? What if you didn't have heartbreak, you were rather thrown out of love in exactly same manner by two different people? What if you have best degree and a fab job, and still feel something is missing? What if, your bae was exactly like your parents? Most importantly, what if after all this you landed up in a place where no one ever judged you.....that's not all.....you just found new amazing friends who support your journey without questioning it. Saying ""I am happy"" thousand times does not work - if you're not!!! Welcome to the story of Aryan, Satya, Sid and Jen - four strangers whose lives appear perfect on the outside, and on the inside, it is anything but perfect. In a series of random events, they end up taking a journey together which lands them up to having their frustrations, pains, anger and hurts to be taken off from the roots, layer by layer. Picture this: You go to a trip with extreme strangers and when you least expected it, you are pleasantly shocked to know a professional will sit with you one-on-one for one whole day to talk about your life. Question is, what would your life look like after that?

Given that the nine provinces of British India as well as the 562 princely states that existed in August 1947 are not reflected on the map of India in the seventy-fifth year of its independence speaks volumes about the nation''s ability to negotiate its political and administrative boundaries with its citizens. While the process of reimagining India through its constituent units - the states - has, on occasion, been due to administrative requirements, most restructuring in the internal boundaries is marked by the aspirations, assertions and adjustments of linguistic and/or ethnic groups seeking their place in the state and federal polity. For Dr Sanjeev Chopra, what started as research into land measurement instruments for revenue records and land settlements eventually became a narrative on mapping state boundaries and a record of the contemporary political history of India through its geography. The book includes captivating material from the reports of the States Reorganization Commission and Linguistic Reorganization Commission, records from state papers as well the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. A fascinating read about the multiple boundary adjustments for every state and union territory in India - from 1947 to the seventy-fifth year of independence - We, the People of the States of Bharat is the quintessential story of how India continues to redefine itself."

In the shifting sands of contemporary geopolitics, this edited volume puts the spotlight firmly on urgent strategic challenges India is likely to face by the year 2030. Already, major powers like China and Russia are adopting muscular policies with the intent of changing the global order. This includes attempts to take territories--claimed by them on the basis of, at times, imagined history--through the use of military force. The US and the West are struggling to retain their pre-eminence, while emerging powers in the Indo-Pacific are demanding representation at the global high table. Each player is seeking to shape events to their advantage. As alliances are altered, India finds itself in a position that calls for dexterous, nimble and bold policies. India is also presented with an opportunity to wield influence that would place it in an advantageous geopolitical position. Strategic Challenges aims to form a fuller picture of the situation by examining the various pieces that make up this dynamic kaleidoscope, with chapters authored by India''s leading thinkers, analysts and strategists. Beginning with an introduction by the former foreign secretary, Vijay Gokhale, the topics the book tackles include the volatility of India''s neighbourhood, its hesitant embrace of the US, implications of Russia''s warming ties with China, modern military technology on land, sea and air, and the challenges of artificial intelligence, among others."

A joyful rendition of an iconic text'' - Arundhathi Subramaniam Saundarya Lahari is a popular Sanskrit hymn celebrating the power and beauty of Sakti, the primordial goddess. In one hundred verses, it underlines the centrality of the feminine principle in Indian thought. Attributed to Adi Sankaracarya, Saundarya Lahari is a valuable source for understanding tantric ideas. Every verse is associated with yantras and encoded mantras for tantric rituals, and specific verses in the hymn are considered potent for acquiring good health, lovers, and even poetic skills. Mani Rao''s Saundarya Lahari is an inspired, lyrical translation that renders the esoteric immediate and the distant near."

Mir Osman Ali Khan, Asaf Jah VII, is the Nizam of Hyderabad, the largest Princely State of the Crown. It sits in the belly of newly independent India to which Jawaharlal Nehru and Vallabhbhai Patel want Hyderabad to accede. The Communists have concurrently mounted a state-wide rebellion. But the Nizam''s family has ruled Hyderabad for 200 years. As the wealthiest man in the world, whom the British consider numero uno amongst India''s princes, he will not deal with two-penny Indian politicians! An ancient prophecy, however, hangs over the Nizam - the Asaf Jahi dynasty will last only seven generations. So, he keeps his jewel-laden trucks ready for flight even as he schemes with his army of militant Razakars. Meanwhile, in the palace thick with intrigue, the maid Uzma must decide where her loyalties lie: with the peasantry or the Nizam. Among the Communist recruits, Jaabili finds love in unexpected quarters. Violence escalates and lawlessness mounts. Caught between a volatile Nizam and a resolute India, what price will Hyderabad pay? Advance Praise for Hyderabad: Book 2 of The Partition Trilogy ''Hyderabad! A liberation? A tragedy? The result of the Ironman''s will and Nehru''s vision to build a nation? The daydreams of a Nizam? The diplomatic strategies of Nehru and Dickie? Dreams of a Communist revolution? The common people''s struggles and sacrifices for land and a fistful of grain? But everything finally ends with a never-ending, silent violence on women''s bodies in the formation of a state. This is well-researched history woven as a thrilling novel by a terrific novelist, Manreet Sodhi Someshwar.'' - Volga, author of Vimukta Kadha Samputi Praise for Lahore: Book 1 of The Partition Trilogy ''Breathtaking in scope, painful yet gentle to the touch.'' - Taslima Nasreen ''Vivid and atmospheric.'' - Aanchal Malhotra ''Current, relevant and important.'' - Sabyn Javeri ''Deftly weaves the big strands of history with the finer threads of human feeling.'' - Manu S. Pillai ''Clearly a passion project ... brilliantly traces our collective heritage.'' - The Deccan Herald ''Does not let the subaltern disappear into the shadow of the giants...'' - Scroll.in ''Deft writing ... Lahore is a timely reminder of what hatred among brothers can do ... Gripping and laced with pulsating emotions, it is a book worth reading.'' - The Hindu BusinessLine ''Unputdownable'' - The Week "

One kingdom. Two brothers. A single throne. Set in the early fourth century, this is the story of two princes of the powerful ancient Indian kingdom of the Guptas... Princes Rama and Chandra are the sons of Emperor Samudragupta. Often called the Napolean of India, Samudragupta was both an invincible warrior and a faultless ruler - chivalrous, disciplined and moralistic. While Prince Chandra is the ideal prince, hardworking and able, Prince Rama is the proverbial prodigal son who leans towards a life of luxury. Chandra is trapped in a web of deceit by his jealous elder brother and has to fight several life-and-death battles to the throne. It is a journey fraught with deceit, intrigue and untold drama. A universal story of sibling rivalry and a ringside view of the underside of royal life - the risks, the uncertainty and the adversity."

The only book on insurance you'll ever need! We face risks without realising their enormity - death, accidents, ill-health, burglaries, earthquakes, riots, fires and storms. Additional risks, such as the Coronavirus, come about with alarming irregularity to disrupt our lives. Look around and you will see many examples of the deep impact these risks can have. A wage earner's premature death can put paid to their children's education; Chemotherapy can eat up your life's savings; an illness when overseas can leave you confused about how to get treated; heavy rains can flood your home; and an accident can cause litigation.

Have you wondered what it is like to follow hornbills in a dense rainforest? Or felt the pain of a mountain shepherd losing his sheep to a leopard? Or how it feels when a child discovers birdwatching is more exciting than being glued to a screen? The world of nature conservation is full of adventure, but it is also hard, fraught with challenges and setbacks, made worthwhile by the privilege of studying at the feet of living things. In this book, the scientists and researchers of the Nature Conservation Foundation describe how they grappled with conservation in India. Since 1996, they have wandered mountains, coral reefs, and forests to describe, document, protect and restore species and ecosystems. They have studied the lives of primates, snow leopards, hornbills, elephants, dugongs, fish, trees and other creatures. With local communities, they have experienced the sometimes-harsh reality of living with the wild side of nature. And they have strived to bring children and citizens to celebrate and learn about it. Each reflective and deeply personal narrative in this book goes behind the science to describe the challenges of conservation. At the Feet of Living Things will appeal to students, researchers, conservation practitioners, wildlife managers, nature enthusiasts and interested citizens.

We live in times when large numbers of people are participating in democracy in deeper and more meaningful ways. From India to the United States to Hong Kong, democratic societies have seen movements that have brought about change. They have one thing in common: large scale participation by civil society and individuals and the absence of organized political parties. How can individuals make their participation more effective? This book talks about ways in which the best campaigning organizations in the world effect change in democratic societies, how a citizen can engage with others who are likeminded, and how vibrant and participative action by citizens makes democracy better and more responsive. Featuring political cartoons that have the power to inspire, outrage or amuse, The Anarchist Cookbook is a book for our times."

The most important questions and answers to the questions asked in the exam from the school textbooks from 6th to 12th class have been prepared very easily so that the students can easily succeed in the Police Department examination.A total of 45 questions out of a total of 50 were taken from our question bank in the examination held last year. This book has been prepared in a compilation format containing the most important questions that have been improved this year as well

Most business leaders trace their journeys on their balance sheet level, counting how their profits have grown under their business acumen and the speed with which they accumulate fame, fortune and sometimes a cult of personality. With ethics and social and environmental concern are at the core of their vision and mission, the Pennar group stands tall among manufacturing companies in India. The founder, Nrupendar Rao, never saw balance sheet as the right metrics to measure success and instead focused on building a conscious business, a rare practice in his industry. Forging Mettle is the story of how Nrupendar took a different approach to business and life and showed others that profits are possible without chasing numbers. Written by seasoned journalist Pavan Lall, the book presents a unique perspective on business and social responsibility.

The book also tells of the devil who knows that he has only a short time to go, behind the scenes to cover up his persecution and wickedness against the angels who uphold God's vows, and to make preparations behind the scenes. The book is designed to awaken God's children from their spiritual slumber and to give them a wake-up call, realizing the need of the hour, the urgency, and the end of the prophetic age.

The police have a dual role in society, in which it is important to maintain law and order and prevent crime. For this, management is adopted in the police, which is a multifaceted process in itself. This book is for police managers and leaders-from S.H.O. of a police station to other supervisory police officers. They will be introduced in detail to a versatile management aspect such as how police officers can prevent crime in society and strengthen their management of arts and science. It will prove to be a unique and original work for the researchers and readers.The book covers every aspect of the corporate world and explains how police officers can motivate their colleagues through their superior, transformational leadership qualities. Accountability, technical knowledge, human resource management, traffic management, crime investigation management and corona crisis management methods and laws have been included in the book. The book will make us aware of the recommendations of the commissions set up for police reforms in India and offers a comparative analysis of the policing in the USA and the UK. The special feature of the book is that the foreword of the book has been written by Alka Dhameja, professor of Public Administration at IGNOU, who has also been the Ph.D. supervisor of the author, Dr. Singh.

India, 3400 BCE. India is beset with divisions, resentment and poverty. The people hate their rulers. They despise their corrupt and selfish elite. Chaos is just one spark away. Outsiders exploit these divisions. Raavan, the demon king of Lanka, grows increasingly powerful, sinking his fangs deeper into the hapless Sapt Sindhu. Two powerful tribes, the protectors of the divine land of India, decide that enough is enough. A saviour is needed. They begin their search. An abandoned baby is found in a field. Protected by a vulture from a pack of murderous wolves. She is adopted by the ruler of Mithila, a powerless kingdom, ignored by all. Nobody believes this child will amount to much. But they are wrong. For she is no ordinary girl. She is Sita. Continue the epic journey with Amish's latest: A thrilling adventure that chronicles the rise of an orphan, who became the prime minister. And then, a Goddess. This is the second book in the Ram Chandra Series. A sequel that takes you back. Back before the beginning.

1900 BC. In what modern Indians mistakenly call the Indus Valley Civilisation. The inhabitants of that period called it the land of Meluha ? a near perfect empire created many centuries earlier by Lord Ram, one of the greatest monarchs that ever lived. This once proud empire and its Suryavanshi rulers face severe perils as its primary river, the revered Saraswati, is slowly drying to extinction. They also face devastating terrorist attacks from the east, the land of the Chandravanshis. To make matters worse, the Chandravanshis appear to have allied with the Nagas, an ostracised and sinister race of deformed humans with astonishing martial skills. The only hope for the Suryavanshis is an ancient legend: ?When evil reaches epic proportions, when all seems lost, when it appears that your enemies have triumphed, a hero will emerge.? Is the rough-hewn Tibetan immigrant Shiva, really that hero? And does he want to be that hero at all? Drawn suddenly to his destiny, by duty as well as by love, will Shiva lead the Suryavanshi vengeance and destroy evil? This is the first book in a trilogy on Shiva, the simple man whose karma re-cast him as our Mahadev, the God of Gods.