Featured Author: Manreet Sodhi Someshwar

Across the world there are many conspiracies waiting to be solved. We now have our own version called “The Taj Conspiracy‘ which shows the Taj Mahal in a never before seen light, and is an exploration of what it means to be an Indian today when faith and fundamentalism are increasingly entwined. We have an exclusive tete-a-tete with the author, Manreet Sodhi Someshwar where she talks about the book, its prime character and much more. Read on.

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Has Tarun Sehrawat’s death already been forgotten?

“It is common sense”, the editors are screaming that the land of Bastar is often haunted by malaria and other deadly diseases. Journalists should survive on portable water and whenever such incidents happen, it is to be noted as “sad”. Instead of owing up to the fact that there should have been trainings in place, a precautionary handbook in existence, it is better to delve into reminiscing of how the young and jovial man was a wonderful asset to the company, but alas is no more.

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Featured Author: Rashmi Bansal

The blog world is buzzing with the announcement of Rashmi Bansal‘s latest book, “Poor Little Rich Slum – What We Saw In Dharavi And Why It Matters” and we thought to add to the buzz. Isn’t it always a desired thought to know the face and the mind behind the paperback, up-close and personal? We just read your thoughts! 🙂

We announce the grand introduction of our section called “Featured Authors” where we bring your favorite authors whose books you are dying to review, closer to you. A small set of questions gives you the perfect insight on what to keep in mind about the author when you are browsing through the pages. If you are wondering what if you don’t apply for the review or get the book, how does that matter? Isn’t it always a nice thing to know another achiever from a closer angle?

So ladies and gentlemen, we flag-off with a small tete-a-tete with Rashmi Bansal.

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BlogAdda’s Spicy Saturday Picks – Jun. 23, ’12

Spicy Saturday“Let’s go to the crushing zone!” is how Tarun Sehrawat used to joke with Neha Dixit. The shocking death of Tarun has opened a can of worms on how the media & journalism industry works. We are agitated, angry and frustrated for not being able to save a boy who managed the same degree of poise and maturity in the five years of his career says Neha and we agree. May his soul rest in peace.

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