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
Chatting Up with Ananya Paul
Who is Ananya Paul Dodmani? While I juggle multiple roles, I've never introspected about who I am probably because I've found pieces of myself in each tribal person I meet every day. But if you were to ask me for my professional identity, I am a tribal right activist and a Sustainable Menstrual Warrior. A … Continue reading Chatting Up with Ananya Paul
Decoding The Bias Against Women Authors
Time and again, we have been witness to the bias against female authors, especially when writing anything other than the romance reads expected from them. This bias is evident not only in media coverage but also in readers' choices. Most readers, when asked about how many women authors have they read, are left fumbling for … Continue reading Decoding The Bias Against Women Authors
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
INCREDIBLE WOMEN OF INDIA 