Some books wait for the right moment—and then arrive like a storm. The Lion Women of Tehran is one such story: of friendship divided by class, of women stitched together by courage, and of freedoms we casually wear, while others fight, bleed, and rise—again and again.
Winter once knew how to knit. It arrived without spectacle, settling into afternoons, leaning against windows, making room for the quiet. And with it came
Bengali winters may be harsh, but they bloom with warmth through pithas, dudh pulis, nolen gur, and lively melas. Rooted in childhood memories, family rituals, and festive aromas, these seasonal delights turn cold days into celebrations of nostalgia, joy, and togetherness—comforting the heart long after winter fades.
Turning twenty-five meant standing at the edge of change – marriage, leaving home, and learning to grow. Amid love, fear, hope, and loss, she discovered that home doesn’t disappear; it travels with us. With courage and trembling faith, she stepped forward, carrying her parents, her past, and herself into a new life.
Makar Sankranti marks the Sun’s northward journey, symbolising renewal, warmth, and gratitude. Celebrated across India with diverse names and rituals, it honours harvest, family, and nature. Rooted in mythology and memory, the festival gently reminds us of cyclical time, small beginnings, shared traditions, and the comfort of belonging.
Review of De De Pyaar De 2. Actors: Ajay Devgan, Rakul Preet Singh, R. Madhavan, Gautami Kapoor Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance Director: Anshul Sharma OTT
A personal reflection on everyday misogyny, consent, and misplaced progressiveness—revisiting a conversation that revealed how deeply patriarchy survives beneath the mask of modern thinking.
A playful, dialogue-driven ode to Bengali food culture, where nostalgia, humour, and history simmer together in a kitchen that celebrates flavour, memory, and timeless culinary companionship.
A powerful reflection on married women reclaiming strength, identity, and sisterhood—where the gym becomes a sanctuary for healing, confidence, and choosing oneself without guilt.
A reflective personal essay on healing, resilience, and self-reinvention—tracing how loss, mental health, and choice reshape identity, purpose, and the courage to live life on one’s own terms.
