In our 'Incredible Women' series, we bring to you Prachi Garg - an entrepreneur, author, and an inspiration. Who is Prachi? I am a Taurean to the core. A child of the early 80s (I have stopped counting the years now). The word Prachi means the rising sun. I worked as a software professional in … Continue reading An Interview with Prachi Garg
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An Indian Woman’s Soliloquy
It is 2017. But have the societal narratives changed at all? Do I still need you, for me to be a trailblazer? Your largesse of letting me be; or your begrudging acceptance of my capabilities, carefully dressed up as inclusion are proof enough that I rankle you. I am a woman, just one in a … Continue reading An Indian Woman’s Soliloquy
Walking Tall
On the third day of the Hyderabad Literary Festival held earlier this year, as I walked in to the Authors’ Lounge for my daily chit-chat with fellow delegates, I met three remarkable women whom I will never forget. These were three of the members of India’s first transgender band – The 6 Pack Band. Ravina, Asha … Continue reading Walking Tall
Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
Art By Kirthi Jayakumar Sumukhi Suresh is an actor, a stand-up comedian and an improviser artist. She is known for her role of Sumukhi Chawla, from The Better Life Foundation, which is inspired by The Office. Sumukhi is also known for her role as the sassy Anu Aunty, and this repertoire has resulted in … Continue reading Femcyclopaedia by Kirthi Jayakumar
Sexual Abuse Survivors – The Ugly Reality
- By Anupama Dalmia, for IWI*. “Oh, poor thing has been scarred for life.” “She has become a big blot on the family’s reputation.” “That is really sad... but she should have been more careful.” “Why were you out so late in the night?” “She has lost everything along with her dignity.” “How will we … Continue reading Sexual Abuse Survivors – The Ugly Reality
INCREDIBLE WOMEN OF INDIA 