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This all time popular epic fantasy series Chandrakanta Santati draws to a close. This is the sixth book in the series, the love story of Indrajeet and Anand, who are the sons of King Virendra Singh and Queen Chandrakanta. A fun read that captures their adventures and struggles to break the tilism, this is considered Devkinandan Khatri's best work.

A small village called Chandigarh is plagued by the atrocities of the landlord Jivananda. Jivananda and some clever people of the village come together to grab the property of the innocent people of the village. In such a situation, the priestess Shodashi of Chandi Devi temple of that village strongly opposes him. Her efforts, instead of praises, earn her an eviction from her beloved temple. And when Jivananda becomes seriously ill, Shodashi takes measures to save his life instead of taking revenge. What is brewing between Jivananda and Shodashi? Two people who have it against each other, are they really going to fall in love? Len Den is a heart-warming story. It is considered to be one of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's masterpieces, a work that has been popular since its publication.

The most celebrated writer of Hindi literature, Munshi Premchand penned stories that were tragic yet heart-warming, fantastic yet lauded for their realism. This is a covetable collection that every reader will cherish, featuring masterpieces such as 'Grahdaah, Abhushan', 'Sachchayi ka Upkaar', 'Haar Ki Jeet and Updesh', and many more.

You are creating your life, this very moment, by your thoughts. Your imagination is like a canvas. Paint a picture, have faith in the reality of its existence, and your picture will come to life. You are capable of healing yourself and others. You possess infinite intelligence. All these seemingly-impossible statements are hard facts. And these facts, these empowering truths have been hiding in plain sight. Dr. Joseph Murphy, in Great Truths That Set Us Free, claims that such truths have been alluded to in one of the most widely-read religious texts: the Bible. Addressing topics such as when will the answer to a prayer come to pass, how to make right decisions, and the power of blind belief, practices enumerated in this groundbreaking book, and their practical application, will transform your life.

This is an authentic retelling of Valmiki's great epic Ramayana that chronicles Lord Rama's heroism, and Sita's grit and devotion. Flying chariots, magical weapons and a raging battlefield are brought to life in this timeless retelling by Shubha Vilas that will take young readers on an enchanting adventure, and also impart important values. Filled with vibrant illustrations by award-winning illustrator Ishan, this book is a lucid narration of the triumph of good over evil.

Vakratunda Maha-Kaaya Surya-Koti Samaprabha Nirvighnam Kuru Me Deva Sarva-Kaaryeshu Sarvadaa This book is a beautiful collection of handpicked stories from various scriptures to enlighten you about Lord Ganesha and reveal the many facets of his divine personality. A book to pay one's respects to the most loved and revered deities written about in the Vedic texts. You will find the answers to all the intriguing questions and secrets about Lord Ganesha's life in this book. It also includes special prayers that can be offered to Lord Ganesha to attain his blessings.

A MUST-READ SPIRITUAL GUIDE The world's largest epic, the Mahabharat, is ageless and timeless! Composed in ancient India, its life lessons are universal, relevant for every era. The true value of this extraordinary epic is revealed through decoding its symbolism, and imbibing the valuable insights it offers. In Lessons from the Mahabharat, the practical application of the Mahabharat's brilliant storytelling and accumulated wisdom of the ages has been put into perspective. Perfect for the modern age, which is beset with tremendous disruption and change, this book is sure to become your priceless guide to life: showing you how to live with excellence, deal with life's vagaries, and yet not lose the essence of who you are.

After a defeat at the hands of Lord Kali, Kalki Hari must journey towards the Mahendragiri Mountains with his companions to finally become the Avatar he is destined to be. But the road ahead is not without peril . . . Not only is he trapped by the cannibalistic armies of the Pisach, he is also embroiled in the civil war of the Vanars. And in midst of all this, he meets a face from the legends. Meanwhile, Manasa, the sister of the late Vasuki, plots to overthrow Lord Kali by bringing a massive war to his kingdom. But Naagpuri, her homeland, has been infiltrated by their sworn enemy, the Suparns. Not only does she need to protect her kingdom from the Suparns, she must also protect her close ones from the league of conspirators at her own home. Who can she really trust? And will she be able to put an end to Lord Kali's rule? As the plot thickens and Lord Kali sees his ambition crushed right before his eyes, he comes to know about his race and its history that threatens to destroy the very fabric of this world's reality. Kalyug has begun. Can kalki become the Avatar in time before it finally unfolds? Will Manasa fight through the internal politics to bring an invasion against Lord Kali? Can the secret that changes everything change Lord Kali as a person too?

This unusual autobiography, The Story of My Experiments with Truth, is a window to the workings of Mahatma Gandhi's mind, a window to the emotions of his heart, a window to understanding what drove this seemingly ordinary man to the heights of being the father of a nation-- India. Starting with his days as a boy, Gandhi takes one through his trials and turmoils and situations that moulded his philosophy of life: going through child marriage, his studies in England, practicing Law in South Africa-- and his Satyagraha there-- to the early beginnings of the Independence movement in India. He did not aim to write an autobiography but rather share the experience of his various experiments with truth to arrive at what he perceived as Absolute Truth-- the ideal of his struggle against racism, violence and colonialism.

After a defeat at the hands of Lord Kali, Kalki Hari must journey towards the Mahendragiri Mountains with his companions to finally become the Avatar he is destined to be. But the road ahead is not without peril . . . Not only is he trapped by the cannibalistic armies of the Pisach, he is also embroiled in the civil war of the Vanars. And in midst of all this, he meets a face from the legends. Meanwhile, Manasa, the sister of the late Vasuki, plots to overthrow Lord Kali by bringing a massive war to his kingdom. But Naagpuri, her homeland, has been infiltrated by their sworn enemy, the Suparns. Not only does she need to protect her kingdom from the Suparns, she must also protect her close ones from the league of conspirators at her own home. Who can she really trust? And will she be able to put an end to Lord Kali's rule? As the plot thickens and Lord Kali sees his ambition crushed right before his eyes, he comes to know about his race and its history that threatens to destroy the very fabric of this world's reality. Kalyug has begun. Can kalki become the Avatar in time before it finally unfolds? Will Manasa fight through the internal politics to bring an invasion against Lord Kali? Can the secret that changes everything change Lord Kali as a person too?

The pivotal moments of history are filled with the words of many renowned orators. And their power-packed words impacted some of the major happenings in the world-- wars, political upheavals, peace negotiations, amendments to the Constitution, and even freedom to countries. Such orators have inspired, and continue to inspire people all across the world. In 50 Inspirational Speeches, each speech is accompanied by a short introduction that gives an overview of the events that occurred around the speech, the people it was addressed to, and the effects that the speech brought about. From Queen Elizabeth I's speech to rouse her troops as they were about to face the Spanish Armada, to Barack Obama's emotional farewell address, the speeches you are about to read are as enlightening and insightful as they are inspiring. " Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth." - Abraham Lincoln " I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!" - Patrick Henry " In the end, when you're making those impossible choices, it all boils down to who you are and what you stand for." - Michelle Obama " We shall defend our island, whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills; we shall never surrender . . ." - Winston Churchill

She is young, ravishing and free-spirited. He is a handsome billionaire. She has fought tooth and nail for things like wearing jeans and riding a horse. He, ultimate among eligible bachelors, has never had a woman refuse him. And both see ' marriage' as a threat to their freedom! When Akshay and Sunita's horoscopes perfectly match, announcing them as made for each other, there is little they can do except meet to honour their parents' wishes. Though Akshay becomes curious after one look at her photograph, Sunita has set plans of her own. And when they come face-to-face, she is absolutely determined to get rid of him. But will getting rid of one prospective groom help her get rid of this getting-married business altogether? Equal parts tense and passionately romantic, this tale of love and arranged marriage will not only keep you hooked but will change the way you consider marriages.

Once upon a time, there was an intelligent boy called Vidoy. And there was a beautiful girl called Dibisha. They met under the Virgin tree. He was not her cup of tea. But very soon they became close friends. He fell in love with her. But he could never say. And she never thought about him in that way. For her, he was just an average looking boy. She can do all nonsense before him. She doesn't feel odd. He can hold her hand while crossing the road. But they are " just friends." Will he ever tell her what he feels for her? If he does, will she ever accept him? Well, Dibisha is a fun-loving girl, but why does she need to see a shrink? And what are those strange myths about that Virgin tree? A witty tale of friendship, love and romance, this book will not only make you believe in true love, but will assure you that if you love someone with all your heart, they will always find their way to you.

" Enthusiasm is as brittle as crystal, but Common Sense is durable as brass." This is a compact and compelling edition of Yoritimo-Tashi's two great works, Influence: How to Exert it and Common Sense: How to Exercise it. From lessons on awakening the dormant energies within us by increasing and expanding the psychic forces to exerting powerful influence by exchanging confidence, The Power of Influence includes guidance on exerting influence by persuasion and suggestion, developing magnetic influence of the human eye, acquiring and developing common sense and practical sense, how to go about applying them in our daily lives, and their profitable utilization in the business world. Though centuries old, the doctrines of the twelfth-century Japanese shogun still remain relevant in modern times.

The escapades of Prince Inderjit Singh and Prince Anand Singh continue in Chandrakanta Santati - 3. Captured by the evil Maharani Mayarani of Jamania, along with their parents Queen Chandrakanta and King Virendra Singh, they are all luckily liberated with the help of the King and Queen's trusted spies. But little did this family know that one of the royal family's spies, Bhoothnath, may be loyal to someone else--the dreaded Mayarani. Is Bhoothnath really doublecrossing his masters, or is he being framed? What will the King and Queen do when the truth is finally revealed?

" All knowledge is but remembrance." Every day of our lives, copious amounts of information is thrown at us. From remembering small details crucial to our day-to-day activities to memorizing data imperative for success in our professional lives, we rely on the efficiency of our mental faculties endlessly. But it is not as efficient as we want it to be, at times. We find ourselves in situations where we tend to forget things-- we are giving a presentation and just can't recall the statistics, we are meeting someone we've met before but now have no idea what their name is, we just can't remember what that play was called we saw just last weekend . . . Our memory needs to be sharp, so much so that we can recall things in an instant. William Walker Atkinson in Memory, How to Develop, Train, and Use It, offers easy and applicable methods to develop, cultivate, and train our memory. The book, also venturing into how to mentally influence others, is an informative guide that will enable us to further our retention power, making memorizing faster and effortless.

Have you ever been in the bottomless pit of despair? And then, through your own efforts, worked yourself up out of the pit onto the cliff in front, kept climbing it despite bruised knees and bleeding elbows until you reached right up to finally experience the ecstasy of the breathtaking view from the top? That is the feeling I call true happiness. Nothing outside us can compare with this kind of happiness. Here are inspiring tales of thirteen " Warriors of Life" who have done exactly this! They have fought bravely and not only triumphed, but gone on to build lives more beautiful than the ones they had inherited. Allow them to inspire you towards new possibilities, towards the enjoyment of each twist and turn down life's road, towards the realisation and wisdom that difficulties and overcoming them are what make our " passing through this planet" the most amazing part of our human experience.

An Autobiography offers an account of the remarkable life of one of the most daring journalists of his time-- K N Malik. His has been a life informed by strong friendships, unforgettable experiences, and a fearless dedication to finding and publishing facts even when threatened by people in power. No one was exempt from the author's fierce drive to uncover the truth-- not media tycoons, not the doyens of Indian aviation, not even Presidents or Prime Ministers. This is his story in his own words, depicting an unpredictable yet wonderful life spread over nine decades, beginning from his childhood spent in the town of Sheikhupura (now in Pakistan), the days of his youth spent helping the refugees during the Partition, to his emergence as an eminent journalist while working at The Times of India, and his eventual migration to London. ' K N Malik believes in high standard of professionalism and warm friendships. He has come out with his much-awaited account that begins with the Partition and the India story that has been unfolding ever since. A gentle humour, at times sardonic, runs along his readable narrative.' -H K DUA Former Editor, Hindustan Times, The Indian Express, and The Tribune. Media advisor to Prime Minister of India, Ambassador, and Member of Parliament ' Friendships, a warm heart, and a sharp mind guided veteran journalist K N Malik as he broke story after story for The Times of India in the days when editors still decided what made a good story for the front pages. A very readable autobiographical journey of a ninety plus journalist from Sheikhupura in Pakistan to New Delhi and London gathering friends and valuable contacts along the way.' -USHA RAI Senior Journalist

A book of twenty-six poetic essays written in English, Kahlil Gibran's The Prophet is full of religious inspirations. With the twelve illustrations drawn by the author himself, the book took more than eleven years to be formulated and perfected and is Gibran's best-known work. It represents the height of his literary career as he came to be noted as 'the Bard of Washington Street.' Captivating and vivified with feeling, The Prophet has been translated into forty languages throughout the world, and is considered the most widely read book of the twentieth century. Its first edition of 1300 copies sold out within a month.

It is well known that Sai Baba, believed to be an incarnation of God on earth, led a selfless life, dedicating His time on earth to humankind. His was a unique existence, teaching by example, the message that all religions are but reflections of one another and that all Gods are one. He believed " Sab ka malik ek" and delivered His thoughts gently and with kindness, with humility and tolerance. He continues to honour the faith of His devotees. Today, His shrine is a place of pilgrimage to lakhs of devotees from diverse faiths. Shirdi Sai Baba, Life, Philosophy and Teachings is a devotee' s tribute to Sadguru Shirdi Sai Baba. Written in simple language to benefit all those who read it, it aims at spreading peace and happiness and encouraging spirituality in these turbulent times. Besides glimpses into Sai Baba' s life and times, the book has thought-provoking real-life examples of faith and humanity, interspersed with miracles performed by Sai Baba. The goal of the book is to spread His divine message and uplift the souls of those who read it and urge them to take action for a better tomorrow.

Deep within the Kashmir Valley, a group of terrorists are left stumped as a man they were holding hostage vanishes into thin air with his family from right under their noses. Amidst the dust and grime of Delhi, this man reappears, only to sink back into the obscurity that a teeming metropolitan city offers, even as he grapples with the strange twists and turns of city life. Far away, at the Line of Control, an exchange of fire between the Indian Army and a group of terrorists leaves one man seriously wounded. Stranded and alone atop an icy mountain, he can either die or fight to stay alive. This masterfully crafted tale will take you on a voyage through lives that are divergent, and yet, are interconnected. From the land of chinars, to the pulsating heart of India . . . it will lay bare for you, all the nuances of human emotions, from the darkest of thoughts to, tears, laughter, fear and courage, all indispensable parts of our lives, all inescapable facts of our existence . . .

Should we spend scarce time, knowledge and other resources inside an organisation or outside? The answer to this question determines whether an organisation prospers or perishes. This is true for all organisations, be it business, NGOs, the government and even individuals. This book addresses this question in the ' outside-in management' approach recommended in it. When we look outside, change is the predominant phenomenon. Management of change determines to a large extent whether we succeed or falter. We cannot profit from change unless we know how to recognise it, analyze it, create it and proactively make changes and innovations and introduce them in the market. Such a business analysis coupled with appropriate strategies, resources and actions will open a mine of opportunities. Outside-in Management: The New Age Funda of Wealth Creation steers you through such complex issues in a simple style. The book will help you find answers to momentous questions and open up a treasure trove of opportunities for you. The book suggests exercises at the end of the chapters that can be used for executive training and changing their attitudes.

Two corpses . . . a woman lying dead on her bed, a man hanging from the ceiling fan. A suicide note cum murder confession. And a name . . . Shaunak Sodhi. When the case comes their way, Senior Inspector Saralkar has just been diagnosed with hypertension and PSI Motkar is busy with rehearsals of an amateur play. What appears at first to be a commonplace crime by a debt-ridden, cuckolded husband, who has killed his unfaithful wife and then hung himself, soon begins to unfold as a baffling mystery. As clues point to a seven-year-old unsolved murder in Bangalore and other leads emerge closer home, Saralkar and Motkar find themselves investigating shady secrets, bitter grudges, fishy land deals, carnal desires, the dead woman Anushka Doshi's sinister obsession with past life regression and her husband's links to a suspicious, small-time god-man, Rangdev Baba.And then, suddenly, the murderer resurfaces and yet another life is in grave danger . . . Can Saralkar and Motkar get to the bottom of an unimaginably shocking motive and stop the malevolent killer from committing the fourth murder . . .?

" What's on your mind?" " What's happening?" Do you often find yourself answering these questions on social media? Do you often update your current status on WhatsApp? Are you more connected to the virtual world than the real world? Are you . . . an Introvert? Welcome to the Connected Space In the age of social media, where intimacy has found a new course, the introverts and ostracized citizens, including women, queer and the Dalit, have broken down the enforced social hierarchies, conventional norms and class divisions. Intimate Speakers is an account of Biju's social media encounters with these citizens, as they came forward and shared their intimate stories. They have not only found an alternative political existence in cyberspace, but are actively using social media to bring about significant changes in the society and overall social structure.

This book offers everything that a novice would like to know: Advice on creating show plants Steps to cultivate and propagate cacti under Indian climatic conditions Steps to create tray garden and bottle garden FAQs that arise during the process of cultivating cacti If thorns bring bad luck, then universal garden favorites such as roses and bougainvilleas that need so much care and attention and resemble thorny bushes for a major part of the year should be abandoned. On the contrary, cactus appears attractive all the year round, even when it's not flowering. Don't shun cacti because of their thorns; there are many cactus species without thorns and are much sought after by gardening enthusiasts and are a collector's delight!

Gardening, today, is getting relegated more to become one's hobby than a thing of passion. A nicely designed garden speaks volumes of the creativity and taste of the person maintaining it. Indian Garden Flowers is a comprehensive guide for an amateur gardener. The Subject matter is concise, time-saving and can be read at convenience without going into commercial and technical details. It includes in brief the following: Conception and planning of a garden Identification of most commonly grown flowers with beautifully laid-out illustrations Cultivation details and after-care of flowers based on practical experience Embellishing indoors using garden flowers in fresh and dry floral design arrangements A monthly garden reckoner and much more . . .

Who doesn't promise to love the love of their life forever? But how many actually live up to that promise? Nishith Singh, a seventeen-year-old, has shared everything with the virtual world-- from the pain of losing his father and being blamed for it to falling in love at first sight and being rejected. But nonetheless, he hasn't given up on his love. When Aahana Basu, a quintessential wife and a loving mother, comes across his blog, she is drawn deeply into his world, much to her own surprise. But when she wakes up to the sudden absence of the recurring dream the next morning, a dream she sees almost every night, and which ends at the very same point, she is left nonplussed. Are the two connected? As Aahana finds herself falling for Nishith, she realizes there's much more to things than she sees. Will Aahana be able to connect the dots and piece together the puzzle? A spine-chilling tale of selfless love, A Thousand Times Over will not only make you fall in love with love but will also leave you with the desire to live up to the promises you've made to your beloved.

In the middle of one of the worst storms to hit the city, a mysterious letter arrives for Prakash Ray, an out-of-luck journalist, inviting him to a quaint, suburban bungalow, to celebrate the 60th birthday of an uncle he has never heard of.. As Prakash reaches the venue, he is introduced to a motley group of people, all gathered there for the old man's big day: his son, his reticent brother, a dignified middle-aged lady who once owned the bungalow, a listless lawyer who manages his legal affairs, a mild-mannered young man who works as his secretary, his beautiful, young biographer, and his mysterious friend, who has never lost a game of chess to him. As the storm lashes on through the night, one of the people in the bungalow is murdered! In a game of cat and mouse that follows, Prakash soon finds out that under the surface of apparent warmth and friendliness, nothing is as it seems and that the bungalow holds one shocking secret after another! In a bid to save his own life, Prakash hunts for the truth, which lies in a mysterious penumbra of shadows and lights, covered in a sheath of deceit and guile, only to realize that the worst is yet to come!