In “A Tiny Drop of Appreciation,” Radha, a domestic worker, vents her frustrations about societal expectations for women and marriage. The narrator reflects on her own lost ambitions as a housewife. Their conversation highlights the need for mutual appreciation and respect among women, regardless of their life choices and challenges.
In “Queen of the Shadows,” a traveler encounters a transgender dancer in Rajasthan, captivated by her powerful, mesmerizing performance. The dancer’s hour-long transformation into a “queen” reveals her struggle and resilience. Her story remains untold but reflects beauty and strength that transcends societal perceptions and prejudice.
This short story is about how violation of woman routinely takes place at home, marital bed, workplace and not just when young girls go alone in tight clothes to a desolate spot. This story is about resillence, fighting back against rape for justice which continues even when protests end.
Kavyapriya’s mother, Gauri, lovingly known as Shonar Gauri, dies of liver cancer, leaving her daughters to manage the household. Years later, on Kavya’s wedding day, a series of signs suggest Gauri’s presence. Her father believes Gauri’s soul found peace, knowing her youngest is settled and content.
This article discusses the societal pressure on Indian women to marry by a certain age, sharing personal experiences and frustrations. It challenges the notion that marriage should be tied to age or societal expectations, advocating for personal choice, rejecting dowry, and emphasizing self-worth over societal norms.
This article recounts a woman’s journey of self-discovery, from childhood pressures and familial expectations to the struggles of marriage and patriarchy. With resilience, she reclaims her professional and personal identity, ultimately finding liberation through creativity, technology, and inspiring others to break free from societal norms and expectations.
The poem “#THE SHE SAGA” highlights the constant struggles faced by women in a patriarchal society, where their choices, ambitions, and rights are often suppressed. Despite societal pressures and injustices, the refrain “But rest is alright” underscores the expectation to remain silent and complacent in the face of inequality.
The story of Aruna Shanbaug, a nurse left in a vegetative state after a brutal attack in 1973, highlights the care and sisterhood shown by nurses who tended to her for 43 years. Pinki Virani’s advocacy for passive euthanasia eventually changed India’s legal stance on euthanasia, marking Aruna’s enduring legacy.
The woman eagerly follows the Navratri colour code, not out of superstition but for fun and celebration. It adds excitement to her routine, as she bonds with friends over outfits. Despite criticism, she believes the festival is a chance to celebrate womanhood and take some well-deserved time for herself.
Anindita Chowdhury reflects on her journey with breast cancer, exploring societal trauma, neglect of self-care, and eventual survival. From rejecting shame to embracing her scars as symbols of strength, she redefines femininity, sheds societal expectations, and celebrates self-acceptance after overcoming the challenges of breast cancer.
