Kamala Harris and the narrative of fractured identities
Author: Incredible Women of India
IWI Talks: Stories of Inspiring Women Role Models
A series of IWITalks, held as Facebook Lives, was yet another successful endeavour on Incredible Women of India to shine the spotlight on women achievers and their incredible stories. The series began with Dr. Tripti Sharan's talk on Women Empowerment. Dr. Tripti Sharan is a gynaecologist, author, poet and columnist. As a doctor, her experiences … Continue reading IWI Talks: Stories of Inspiring Women Role Models
My Journey to Become a Writer by Rituparna Ghosh
When I was asked to write about my journey of ‘how I became a writer’, I fell into deep contemplation. What can I write that’d be different? I mean the journey of an Engineer/Management graduate, leaving a cushy job and turning out to be a writer isn't something new anymore. As we move through the … Continue reading My Journey to Become a Writer by Rituparna Ghosh
The Dilemma of Choice in Feminism Today
Recently, while talking on women's equality and what it entailed, I was questioned by an audience member that how could I talk about equality while wearing the mangalsutra. The belligerent lady didn’t stop there but went on to ask what symbol my husband wore to show that he was a married man. First, it was … Continue reading The Dilemma of Choice in Feminism Today
Love in IIT 101
When you tell people that you’ve been picked by one of the most prestigious institutes of the country, the general reaction is predictable. The jaw drop, followed by congratulations and then that gleam in the eye ‘Damn, she didn’t look that smart!’ or in some cases ‘talent in this country has gone to the dogs.’ … Continue reading Love in IIT 101