Indians In India

From the author of #bestseller 'Falling For My BestFriend'. Believe it or not, many a love-stories have started at first sight. Samarth had seen many of his friends fall prey to this love-at-first-sight syndrome, but had never thought that a day would come when he too would yearn for a glimpse of a beautiful stranger. He meets her at a wedding and knows she is the only one for him. Surrendering to the unfortunate circumstances of her life, Nandini has no wish for a life-partner, nor any expectations from anyone. Never in her wildest dreams she had presumed that one day, someone will ...

From the poisoned rivers, barren wells, and clear-cut forests, to the hundreds of thousands of farmers who have committed suicide to escape punishing debt, to the hundreds of millions of people who live on less than two dollars a day, there are ghosts nearly everywhere you look in India. India is a nation of 1.2 billion, but the country's 100 richest people own assets equivalent to one-fourth of India’s gross domestic product.

Confessions of An Indian Immigrant: Dawn of IT Opportunities in the Land of Promise by Aithal is a compelling personal memoir that chronicles the journey of an ambitious young professional who leaves behind the bustling streets of Mumbai to pursue the American Dream. Set during a pivotal time in global history—before smartphones, social media, and the digitization of everyday life—the book offers a vivid recollection of life as an Indian immigrant during the early days of the information technology revolution. The narrative begins with Aithal’s decision to move to New York, a ...

The 1971 war between India and Pakistan, to help liberate the beleaguered people of Bangladesh, is considered one of the last 'just wars' of the twentieth century. Good triumphed decisively, unequivocally and indisputably. Yet, given the scale of atrocity that was halted in its tracks, it is shocking that the compelling circumstances as well as numerous poignant and heart-warming stories of the war have failed to become iconic representations of military intervention and success in the folklore and popular culture of India, Bangladesh and beyond.

The danger faced by humanity from nuclear weapons is our most urgent diplomatic challenge. It calls for as broad an array of responses as possible to enhance the prospects of success. This book provides an alternative to war or containment in dealing with the seemingly intractable problem of nuclear threat. The Islamic Republic of Iran seems determined – despite legal commitments to the contrary – to develop nuclear weapons along with the missiles needed to deliver them. If Iran acquires nuclear weapons it will feel even more confident than it does today to continue its policy of ...

Though many may not be aware of this, India has had resident Jewish communities for more than a millenium. Regular visits by Jewish merchants and sailors from West Asia go back two millenia and more. This book tells the story of the three strands of Indian Jews—the ancient Bene Israel and Cochini Jewish communities and the more recent (18th–20th century) community of West-Asia Jews, the ‘Banghdadis’, their inter-relations and interactions, both among themselves and with the Hindu and Muslim communities among which they lived and worked in peace and harmony. Never numerous, the ...

Step Into the World of an Ancient Visionary Imagine a single figure who bridged the cultural divide between North and South India, weaving together the spiritual traditions, languages, and practices that define a civilization. Agastya is not just a name; he is a legend, a scholar, and a mystic whose impact resonates across millennia. Agastya for Beginners: Bridging North and South in Vedic India brings his story to life in a way that is both profound and accessible. Why This Book Will Captivate You A Remarkable Journey: Follow Agastya as he ventures beyond the Vindhya Mountains, uniting ...

Someone wants Vikramaditya Seth Jr. dead. He refuses the Z+ security option offered by the government. With too many variables trust is hard to come by… Esha Sinha prepares for her first assignment outside of active army service, oblivious to the fact that she has to baby-sit a man who has no respect for rules or protocol—a man who is headstrong, workaholic and a tenacious flirt. As the attraction between Vikram and Esha simmers and sizzles, another attempt is made on his life. The killer is resourceful and determined. The motive is unclear and perplexing. Will they be able to nab the ...

All she wanted was a mango. What she got was desire, death—and a goddess who never forgets. In the slums of Bombay, eleven-year-old Shanti breaks every taboo to beg a dark goddess for a single gift. What follows is a miracle: sweetness where there was none, a body in place of payment, and a growing hunger that no fruit can satisfy. As the city reels under an unusually hot pre-monsoon summer, Shanti’s prayers yield pleasures she never expected—love, power, a taste of something like freedom. But every blessing demands a balance. And beneath the cracked concrete of Ambedkar Chawl, ...

Trisha is mortified as a stranger flirts with her at a society party. The very fact that he singles her out, and she gives in to her pent-up desires and attraction towards the handsome stranger, lands her in a soup so deadly that it brings danger and death to her doorstep. Coming out of a brutal undercover assignment, busting a major drug cartel, Armaan is looking for some peace and quiet. Instead his path crosses with Trisha Mehra's. Sparks fly. As do bullets too. By sheer coincidence, when they meet again, they have an accident. Again! And IB agent Major Armaan Joshi does not believe in ...

Only brother among three sisters, Devendra Sherawat, aka, Dev lacked nothing—money, cars, a group of reckless friends, and gorgeous girls continuously vying for his attention. Dev's life couldn't have been better. And then he met Sanjana. Known for her sharp wit and clever way with words, Sanjana dreamt of becoming the country's most successful lawyer. Except that bailing Dev out of jail practically became her weekly routine, leaving her with no time for any major case. When it had been far too long since she'd last seen the inside of a courtroom, Sanjana's patience wore thin and she ...

This book brings to light some of the lost stories of Indian aviators who built the very foundations of human and physical infrastructure for what is now the world's fourth largest air force. It benefits from several first-person interviews with some of the last Indian survivors of World War II, enabling a level of fidelity that is quite rare among Indian histories.

The British presence in India lasted for nearly 350 years, but only the last 90 were under the direct rule of the British government. To some, 90 years might seem a short period to write a history book about. However, the time of the British Raj was very influential. It brought change to Indian politics, education, society, infrastructure, industry, and other aspects of Indian life. But while the British Empire brought modernization to its colonies, that modernization came with a price.

Home to the world’s most ancient religions and practices, India is indeed a nation enriched with a fascinating history. The subcontinent has hosted a legion of great empires, monumental battles, religions, cultures, foreign invasions, and much more. From prehistoric to modern, 50 of the most formative eras of the subcontinent are discussed. Relating the zenith and nadir of India’s past, this audiobook provides crisp and riveting accounts of one of the world’s most ancient nations.

Something about her patient tugged at Ayesha’s heart. It was madness to get involved, and yet… there was something about the quiet courage with which he faced his situation that would not let her look away. After all, it was a rare man who could retain not just his composure, but also his wit in the face of certain death. Security expert Nikhil is in mortal danger. Gravely injured and unable to see, he is in the midst of hostile strangers in an unknown place. Any hope of survival is fast fading away. Ayesha had to do something even if helping Nikhil might mean sharing his fate. ...

The Forbidden Contract From Mumbai’s gala lights to Udaipur’s moonlit palaces—one agreement, one dangerous love. When struggling event planner Riya Kapoor lands a mysterious invitation to a high-society gala, she never expects to catch the eye of Arjun Mehra, India’s most elusive tech billionaire. Cold, controlled, and devastatingly handsome, Arjun offers her a lifeline—an exclusive contract to be his discreet companion at business and social events. The terms are clear. The lines, immovable. Until they aren’t. From glittering rooftop dinners in Dubai to intimate moments in ...

Shikhandi: The Warrior Reborn is a bold and lyrical retelling of one of the most enigmatic figures from the Mahabharata—a soul reborn to seek justice, not vengeance. Born as Amba, a princess wronged by fate and forsaken by duty, she returns to the world as Shikhandi—a warrior shaped by fire, silence, and purpose. Neither fully man nor woman, Shikhandi challenges not just the might of Bhishma but the very fabric of dharma, gender, and destiny. In this powerful mythological narrative, author Arpita Mukherjee gives voice to a character long relegated to the shadows. With rich prose and ...

Hello readers. Welcome to the journey In this journey together we are going to see different dimensions of Indian taxation. We will learn taxation by search and research method we will refer to government publications and notifications wherever required. We shall be dealing with complex matters requiring good interpretation skills. We shall look at opinions and views of different professionals. This text is intended for all those individuals who are non-resident in India or in simple language foreigners. Here “Taxation” means tax on income only, and not any other form of tax. If you are...

the intense search for the philosophy and leadership of Blue Mohini by several federal law enforcement agencies and the effects of that search on the principal characters

The most authoritative and highly regarded single-volume history of India – from ancient time to the modern day. Five millennia of the sub-continent’s social, economic, political and cultural history are interpreted by one of our finest writers on India and the Far East.