1. Neerja Chowdhary released a new book titled "How Prime Ministers Decide"
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Veteran journalist Neerja Chowdhary recently released a new book titled "How Prime Ministers Decide".
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The book "How Prime Ministers Decide" highlights the dramatic events that led to Sonia's announcement, which was prompted by Rahul's concern for his mother's safety.
According to the book, former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi maintained positive relations with many RSS leaders but was careful to maintain a certain distance between herself and the organisation.
About the book "How Prime Ministers Decide"
The book throws light on the working style of the Prime Ministers of India and examines six landmark judgements.
These decisions include Indira Gandhi's strategy to regain power after her defeat in 1977, the errors of Rajiv Gandhi's judgement in the Shah Bano case, and V.P. Singh's implementation of the Mandal Commission report that changed contemporary politics. .
The book also describes the skillful indecision of P.V. Narasimha Rao that led to the demolition of the Babri Masjid, Atal Bihari Vajpayee's transformation from pacifist to pro-nuclear, and Discovery of a historic nuclear deal with the United States by Manmohan Singh.
Drawn from extensive interviews with prime ministers, political figures, bureaucrats, aides and policy makers, this book provides unique insights gathered from forty years of high-level reporting on India's political landscape.
2. Union Home Minister released the book 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die' in Rameshwaram
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Union Home Minister and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah unveiled a book titled 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die' in Rameshwaram.
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During his visit to Rameswaram, the Union Home Minister paid his respects at important places including Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam House, Mission of Life Gallery Museum and Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam National Memorial.
The book, 'Dr APJ Abdul Kalam: Memories Never Die,' is an English translation of the Tamil book 'Ninaivirukkum Maranamillai', written by Dr. Nazeema Marakaiyar, niece of APJ Abdul Kalam, and Dr. YS Rajan, a distinguished ISRO scientist and a close confidant of Kalam .
This book provides an in-depth and truthful account of Dr. Kalam's life from childhood to his last days, presenting a holistic view.
Dr. A.P.J. about abdul kalam
Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was born on October 15, 1931 in Rameshwaram, Tamil Nadu.
He served as the 11th President of India from the year 2002 to the year 2007.
Dr. Kalam joined the 'Indian Space Research Organization' in the year 1962 and there he got the credit of making India's first indigenous satellite (SLV-lll) missile as the project director.
Abdul Kalam is considered the father of India's missile program.
The United Nations (UN) designated 15 October as World Students' Day in the year 2010, marking Dr. Kalam's birthday.
Dr. Kalam was awarded honorary doctorates by 48 universities and institutions in India and abroad.
He also served as the Chief Scientific Adviser to the Prime Minister from 1992 to 1999.
Dr. Kalam was awarded the Padma Bhushan in the year 1981, the Padma Vibhushan in the year 1990 and the 'Bharat Ratna' in the year 1997.
He died of cardiac arrest on 27 July 2015 during a program at the Indian Institute of Management Shillong.
Dr. Abdul Kalam also wrote many books in which the main one is --
India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium (1998)
Wings of Fire: And Autobiography (1999)
Ignited Minds: Unlistening to the Power Within India (1999)
Mission India
3. Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu released Ranjit Pratap's book 'As the Wheel Turns'
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Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu released a new book "As the Wheel Turns" authored by Ranjit Pratap, Managing Director of Rayala Corporation.
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The book marks the Diamond Jubilee of Rayala Corporation, and provides a captivating account of Ranjit Pratap's extraordinary journey in the business world.
"As the Wheel Turns" aims to inspire readers by sharing Ranjit Pratap's personal experiences, struggles and successes.
The book coincides with Ranjit Pratap's celebration of 50 years in business, during which he joined the group companies in March 1973 and made a significant impact on the business landscape.
Each chapter of the book vividly depicts the ups and downs, personal growth and professional achievements that shaped Ranjit Pratap's corporate journey of half a century.
The title "As the wheel turns" symbolises the cyclical nature of life and business, emphasising the importance of adaptability and flexibility in the face of change.
Other Books for 2023
A.K. Bhattacharya | "Finance Ministers of India: From Independence to the Emergency (1947-1977)" |
Vijay Darda | "Ringside" |
Rupa Pai | "The Yoga Sutras for Children" |
Aditya Bhushan | "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative" |
Ruskin Bond | "The Golden Years" |
Amitabh Kant | "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise" |
Mr. Narayanan Vaghul | "Reflection" |
Amitav Ghosh | "Smoke and Ashes" |
Boria Mazumdar | "Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro" |
Shantanu Gupta | “Graphic Novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath” |
4. Kerala Governor launches Malayalam translation of 'Krishna - The 7th Sense'
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Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan released the Malayalam translation of the book "Krishna - The 7th Sense" written by Debasish Chatterjee, Director, IIM-Kozhikode.
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During the event, the Hon'ble Governor also unveiled the latest edition of Chatterjee's book "Karma Sutra - Leadership and Wisdom in Uncertain Times", a flagship book in the IIMK-Penguin series for budding managers.
Debasish Chatterjee is a globally acclaimed management guru and an accomplished educationist, with 18 books to his credit in the non-fiction category.
"Krishna - The 7th Sense" is Professor Chatterjee's award winning debut novel.
The event was significant as it marked the release of the Malayalam version of the novel, making it accessible to a wider audience in Kerala.
Krishna: The 7th Sense Background:
It is an allegorical novel written by renowned author and management professor Debasish Chatterjee of global repute.
The story revolves around a teacher named Keshav and his former students, including Neel and Kaya, who provide a deeper insight into their lives and relationships.
The novel explores themes of love, passion, pain, acceptance, affection, trust, and satisfaction, combining both ancient and contemporary elements.
The novel has been described as a captivating blend of "The Prophet" and "The Alchemist", promising a mesmerizing and transformative reading experience.
5. A new book 'Prism: The Ancestral Abode of Rainbow' by Vinod Mankara released
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National Award winning filmmaker-writer Vinod Mankara's new book titled "Prism: The Ancestral Abode of Rainbow" was released from the rocket launchpad of Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC) in Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
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The book release coincided with preparations for India's upcoming moon mission, Chandrayaan-3, at SDSC-SHAR.
ISRO Chairman S Somnath released the book by handing it over to Vikram Sarabhai Space Center (VSSC) Director S Unnikrishnan Nair.
The book launch was attended by several prominent personalities including SDSC-SHAR Director A Rajarajan, LPSC Director V Narayanan, former ISRO Director K Radhakrishnan, Lipi Akbar, Managing Director of Lipi Prakashan (publisher of the book) and many other space scientists.
The book, "Prism: The Ancestral Abode of the Rainbow", is a collection of science articles, providing readers with unique insights and perspectives.
Other Books for 2023
A.K. Bhattacharya | "Finance Ministers of India: From Independence to the Emergency (1947-1977)" |
Vijay Darda | "Ringside" |
Rupa Pai | "The Yoga Sutras for Children" |
Aditya Bhushan | "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative" |
Ruskin Bond | "The Golden Years" |
Amitabh Kant | "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise" |
Mr. Narayanan Vaghul | "Reflection" |
Amitav Ghosh | "Smoke and Ashes" |
Boria Mazumdar | "Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro" |
Shantanu Gupta | “Graphic Novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath” |
6. Indian author Rupa Pai wrote a new book called "The Yoga Sutras for Children"
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A new book titled "The Yoga Sutras for Children" by Indian author Roopa Pai was published by Hachette India on 27 June.
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Roopa Pai's book,"The Gita for Children" was an award-winning bestseller.
"Yoga Sutras for Children" focuses on uncovering the secrets of Patanjali's 2,000-year-old treatise on yoga.
It aims to bring out the best in children by connecting yoga to their everyday experiences.
The essence of the book
This book explores Maharishi Patanjali's techniques for nurturing energy and attitude.
The book includes black-and-white artwork by painter Sayan Mukherjee.
It is designed to engage young readers and help them deal with their increasingly complex lives.
The book aims to instil positivity and confidence in young readers.
Other Books for 2023
A.K. Bhattacharya | "Finance Ministers of India: From Independence to the Emergency (1947-1977)" |
Vijay Darda | "Ringside" |
Aditya Bhushan | "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative" |
Ruskin Bond | "The Golden Years" |
Amitabh Kant | "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise" |
Mr. Narayanan Vaghul | "Reflection" |
Amitav Ghosh | "Smoke and Ashes" |
Boria Mazumdar | "Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro" |
Shantanu Gupta | “Graphic Novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath” |
7. A.K. Bhattacharya wrote a new book titled "Finance Minister of India"
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Journalist A.K. Bhattacharya wrote a new book titled "Finance Ministers of India: From Independence to the Emergency (1947-1977)".
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The book throws light on the role of India's finance ministers who shaped the country's economy in the first 30 years after independence.
It covers the period from 1947 to 1977.
The book is published by Penguin Business, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
The book is divided into three main parts:
1. Nehru and his Finance Minister
2. Finance Minister under Shastri and Indira Gandhi
3. Indira Gandhi as her own Finance Minister
Author's Background:
Bhattacharya is the Editorial Director of Business Standard and has wide experience in analyzing economic affairs.
He has previously served as the editor of Pioneer and Business Standard.
The author's background adds credibility to the book's insight and perspective.
Other Books for 2023
Ashwinidar R Singh | "Master Residential Real Estate" |
Vijay Darda | "Ringside" |
Aditya Bhushan | "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative" |
Ruskin Bond | "The Golden Years" |
Amitabh Kant | "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise" |
Mr. Narayanan Vaghul | "Reflection" |
Amitav Ghosh | "Smoke and Ashes" |
Boria Mazumdar | "Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro" |
Shantanu Gupta | “Graphic Novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath” |
8. Ashwinder R Singh launched the book "Master Residential Real Estate"
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Real estate expert, Ashwinder Singh launched a book titled "Master Residential Real Estate" on 24th May.
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The book, "Master Residential Real Estate," serves as a comprehensive guide to the real estate industry.
The book covers a wide range of topics related to residential real estate.
Ashvinder Singh provides valuable insight into the current state of the real estate market.
"Master Residential Real Estate" aims to empower readers with practical knowledge and advice.
Other Books for 2023
Vijay Darda - “Ringside”
Aditya Bhushan - "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative"
Ruskin Bond - “The Golden Years”
Amitabh Kant - "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise"
Shri Narayanan Vaghul - “Reflections”
Amitav Ghosh - “Smoke and Ashes”
Boria Majumdar - “Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro”
Shantanu Gupta - "The Graphic Novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath'"
9. Author Shantanu Gupta launches his new graphic novel 'Ajay to Yogi Adityanath'
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Author Shantanu Gupta launched a new graphic novel titled "Ajay to Yogi Adityanath" for young readers.
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Shantanu Gupta has earlier written two bestseller titles on Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.
The graphic novel was launched in 51+ schools across Uttar Pradesh on 5th June, on the occasion of Yogi Adityanath's 51st birthday.
More than 5000 children from different districts of Uttar Pradesh participated in the book release.
The simultaneous launch at multiple locations with multiple participants has earned this event a place in the Asia Book of Records.
Other Books for 2023
Vijay Darda - “Ringside”
Aditya Bhushan - "Guts Amidst Bloodbath: The Anshuman Gaekwad Narrative"
Ruskin Bond - “The Golden Years”
Amitabh Kant - "Made in India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise"
Shri Narayanan Vaghul - “Reflections”
Amitav Ghosh - “Smoke and Ashes”
Boria Majumdar - “Sachin@50 - Celebrating a Maestro”
10. Shashi Tharoor releases Vijay Darda's book Ringside
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On May 30, 2023 Renowned author and Congress MP Dr. Shashi Tharoor released the book "Ringside" written by Lokmat Media Group Editorial Board Chairman and former MP Dr. Vijay Darda.
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"Ringside" is a compilation of Dr Darda's weekly articles published between 2011 and 2016 in Lokmat Media Group newspapers and other leading national and regional dailies.
The book serves as a follow-up to Dr. Darda's previous work, "Straight Thoughts" and provides readers with a wide range of topics covering a variety of topics such as science, environment, economy, security, social development, sports, arts, culture, foreign policy Provides an intellectual journey. , and national and international affairs.
"Ringside" provides readers with insight into contemporary political, social, cultural and important events and developments.
With a comprehensive exploration of important topics, the book aims to engage readers and provide a deeper understanding of the current political and social landscape.
Other Books by Shashi Tharoor
The Great Indian Novel (1989)
Show Business (1992)
India: From Midnight to the Millennium (1997)
Bookless in Baghdad (2005)
The Hindu Way: An Introduction to Hinduism (2019)
Thaurosaurus (2020)
