Journey of a thousand miles starts with one small step; as did the journeys of these inspiring women we bring to you today. Nina Lekhi began her journey armed with only a burning desire to succeed despite all odds. Launched in 1990, her venture Baggit has now become one of the most popular women handbag … Continue reading Women Trailblazers
Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy (30 July 1886, Madras – 22 July 1968) was an eminent medical practitioner, social reformer and Padma Bhushan awardee in India. She was the first woman legislator in India Muthulakshmi Reddy was appointed to the Madras Legislative Council in 1927. For her, this nomination marked the beginning of her lifelong effort to … Continue reading Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
Fairy Lemon Cupcakes
No matter where you are in the world, one season that can lift your spirits is Summer! Despite the sweltering heat, the vacation mood, contagious little virus that it is, keeps everyone smiling cheerfully. This is a season for quick bites that minimizes your time in the kitchen so that you can make the best … Continue reading Fairy Lemon Cupcakes
Movie Review: Dor
The relationship between a man and a woman is like the one between a kite and the string that holds it. Who is the kite and who becomes the string depends on the individuals under discussion as the roles can be interchangeable and or reversed. However, if the man is the string, then the flight … Continue reading Movie Review: Dor
Book Review: Purple Hibiscus
Purple Hibiscus is a coming of age story about 15-year-old Nigerian girl Kambili. She both hero worships her father Eugene and fears his wrath. Eugene is a dichotomy of sorts – he stands for the things we all cheer for – such as freedom of the press and aid to those less fortunate than him … Continue reading Book Review: Purple Hibiscus