Discover books for children, young adults and adults that use the reality of society to shape young minds with entertaining stories that are not just escapist fantasies.
Recently, I stumbled upon a compilation of insightful couplets about life circulating on WhatsApp. While many resonated with me deeply, the final one left me pondering. It went: पत्थरों को मानाने में फूलों का क़त्ल कर आये हम गए थे गुनाहों की माफ़ी मांगने वहां एक और गुनाह कर आये हम Translated, it implies: We…
At the age of four, I began attending preschool in the Railway Colony of Kishan Ganj, Delhi. The school was housed in a first-floor house just a few blocks from my residence. Each day, under the watchful eye of a guard, a group of 15-20 children, including myself, embarked on the one-and-a-half-kilometer journey to school.…
In today’s fast-paced world, the landscape of human connections is constantly evolving. From the advent of social media to the changing dynamics within extended families and communities, our relationships are undergoing a continuous transformation, sometimes subtle, often profound. In this blog post, we embark on a poetic journey to delve into the intricacies of these…
In 1858, the foul odour emanating from the Thames River disrupted Parliamentary proceedings to such an extent that lawmakers resorted to using handkerchiefs soaked in vinegar for relief. Swift action ensued, and London swiftly implemented a comprehensive sewage treatment system within a few years. However, contrastingly, the Yamuna River seems to embody an endless drain…
Vijay Kumar Dhingra, a retired water Resources Engineer shares his fervent passion for driving positive changes in the society through these tales crafted for young people.
