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It is now more than five decades since Jawaharlal Nehru passed away and it appears that many of the principles to which he strictly adhered, like secularism, are now under challenge by another generation. Nehru Revisited is a compilation of essays by some of...

By Indian Constitutionalism, today Indians are proud to claim ownership of a Constitution which has sustained democracy, human rights and the rule of law for over six decades. One hundred and twenty five crore Indians constituting nearly one-fifth of the human race, belonging to diverse...

This ‘Know Your Ailment’ book is essential reading for all General Practitioners as well as lay persons, and is an important source of reference for every home. As per the statistics provided by the World Health Organisation, approximately 70 percent of illnesses do not...

What is it like to give an interview confidently? How would you feel if you could forever change the way you give interviews? This book will make it easier for you to give interviews, leaving a positive, deep and meaningful impact on your interviewers....

(Taken from Prof. Tapan Raychaudhuri's comments on Mr. Mukherjee's forthcoming book Bagha Jatin in Orissa) Bagha Jatin, alias Jatindranath Mukherjee, is one of our legendary figures in the history of revolutionary efforts in India. The truth of this matter is unfortunately shrouded in inaccurate...

Professor Peter Peterson, a Sanskritist by training, was the last European to be appointed as Professor of Oriental Languages in the Elphinstone College, Bombay. He served as Registrar of the Bombay University for a considerably long period. Peterson was the President of the Bombay...

Dr. George Buist (1805–1860), the editor of the Bombay Times (precursor of the Times of India), merits attention of historians on account of his significant contributions to Indian journalism in its infancy, his contributions to the Society and the civic life of Mumbai in...

“I buy MSS wherever I am able to put my hand on them, which is not at all easy. The Brahmins do not want to part with them and hand them over to people from another faith. Only some deceitful agents are able to...

Largely drawn from original and archival sources, this monograph stands out as a distinctive work on the biography of Philip Anderson: 1816 - 1857.  The monograph sketches Anderson’s contribution in the field of literature. As Chaplain of the Afghan Church in Bombay, the monograph explores his ability to navigate between...

Sir James Mackintosh was born on 24 October 1765, in the Scottish Highlands and came from a humble background. From a young age, he showed an aptitude to achieve high goals and his extraordinary proficiency in studies earned him the name ‘prodigy of learning’....

This monograph attempts to review the writings and research of William Henry Sykes (1790–1872) on India. Sykes came to India to serve as an officer in the East India Company Army. Later he was appointed as the Statistical Reporter of the Deccan. During the...

An attempt is made in this monograph to explore the life and research work of William Erskine (1773–1852), the first Secretary of the Literary Society of Bombay (later the Bombay Branch of the Royal Asiatic Society of London and now the Asiatic Society of...

William Edward Frere (1811–1880), brother of Sir Bartle Frere, Governor of Bombay, was a Civil Servant who arrived in Bombay in 1830. He began his career as Principal Collector of Surat, and he moved from there to serve the Sudder Diwani Adalat Courts in...

The prime object of this monograph is to review the Indian career of the two Jervis brothers George Risto and Thomas Best with a view to highlighting their pioneering contributions to the cause of rational education and to the dissemination of scientific knowledge which...

Researchers on the Bombay Presidency, epigraphy, and the history and folklore of Karnataka have the advantage of a solid foundation laid by an extraordinary gentleman, John Faithfull Fleet. A British I.C.S. officer, whose love for India and its people is well documented, Fleet held...

Alexander Kinloch Forbes (1821-1865) is best known as the author of Ras Mala, a book on the history and culture of Gujarat. The people of Gujarat know him as an agent of change, a harbinger of modernity, a fountainhead of new ideas and institutions,...

A series of 25 monographs on the Founders, Promoters and Guardians of the Asiatic Society of Mumbai, the series expects to prepare meticulously researched monographs based on the primary and fresh source material preserved by the Society, along with that available elsewhere, highlighting the...

Sir George Birdwood can certainly be considered as one of the architects of the city of Bombay in the latter part of the nineteenth century. Although he was trained as a doctor of medicine from the University of Edinburgh, he devoted his life to...

The problem of internal security in India is very complex. There is militancy, insurgency, terrorism, communalism, and left-wing extremism, each posing a threat to internal security in India. Unfortunately, there is no clarity on how to deal with the various issues of internal security....

This Handbook Health & Fitness focuses on all aspects of fitness and wellness including Yoga and how it can bring relief from physical & mental stress. It also explains scientific methods of sports and physical training. It covers the various sports injuries that generally...

Home Remedies is an informative book that provides an exhaustive list of common ailments and natural cures for treating them. The remedies suggested are easy to follow and the ingredients used would be available in most Indian kitchens. Fruits, vegetables, turmeric, tulsi, honey, ginger,...

Traditionally, ageing in India was not a problem largely because of the strong family structure. However, change is an essential feature of any society and in India the social structure has been undergoing transformation due to the breakdown of the joint family system, increased...

This book is a compilation of the author’s published works and lectures during the last 15 years on different facets of our national security. He has attempted to do a clinical analysis of what is wrong with our present system of security, intelligence collection,...

The Writer of Tranquility in Turmoil, Sri Ram, did his M.A. in English Literature from Osmania University, Hyderabad (A.P). Subsequently, he did his M.Phil. on A Comparative Study of Anita Desai and Virginia Woolf and his Ph.D. on Telling Stories the Indian Way. Besides...

From a nondescript village in Kerala to India’s financial capital Bombay, the journey of Madhav Krishna Bhaskar Nair (MKB to most colleagues) is a delightful insight into both the pre- and post-Independence days of economic and business journalism and perhaps life itself. MKB, the...

The city of Mumbai is poised to be a global metropolis and, like other cities in the world, faces enormous challenges in the new millennium. The underlying theme of this book is the transformation of Mumbai—Past and Present. It highlights the changing concerns of...

A pictorial biography of Y. B. Chavan, first Chief Minister of Maharashtra and former Deputy Prime Minister of India, that takes the reader on a visual journey through his life and career in Maharashtra, and at the national and international level. Book on

The journey towards zero-defect manufacturing is a long and checkered one. Checkered because some quality defects are tenacious and persist even after the most sophisticated quality management techniques have been deployed. Most available techniques work within the confines of known cause-effect relationships to identify...

Lewis Carroll, the author of two children’s classics Alice in Wonderland and its sequel Through the Looking Glass, is lovingly remembered and widely quoted, but very few would associate Carroll (his pen-name) with the Oxford don, Rev. Charles Lutwidge Dodgson (1832–1898). Yet Carroll was...

In recent times there has been outrage at the brazen corruption, impunity and economic imbalance in our society. It has been mark by an expression of public anger against those in power. The Lokpal movement has seen, for the first time, India’s people on...

Simple Guide to Yoga is practised by millions all around the world. It is an all-embracing way of life, a science of physical and mental discipline that enhances the well-being of the body and mind. Yogic exercises have the ability to heal and strengthen...

The Role of Women in Hinduism In ancient patriarchal societies, the birth of a girl was generally not welcomed. The daughter was considered the weaker sex and did not have an important role to play in family matters. During the Vedic period, as also in the...

U. G. Krishnamurti's teachings pose a great challenge to the religious traditions all over the world. What UG said was outside the field of teachability. In point of fact, there was no teacher, no taught, and thereby no teaching. There was no symbolism, no...

Arjuna Ardagh, in his book, Awakening into Oneness explores a phenomenon known as the “Oneness Blessing”. The book deals with the transition of this phenomenon at a personal and a global level as well. Arjuna Ardagh answers various questions about “Oneness Blessing” by exploring...

Little Lhasa: Reflections on Exiled Tibet by Tsering Namgyal is a book that explores the progress of Tibetans in spite of their conditions and circumstances. Tsering Namgyal who has been a part of finance as well as journalism, writes about the progress of Tibet...

Hinduism has been in existence for over five thousand years, S K Kulkurni who is the author of several books does a critical analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of Hinduism in the book Hinduism: Triumphs and Tribulations. S K Kulkurni analyses various issues...

Jonathan Clements has authored and translated about thirty books. His book, Confucius: A Biography, deals with the teachings of Confucius which have been transmitted over twenty-five centuries. Through this book, Jonathan Clements attempts to bring light to the teachings of Confucius and the conditions...

Harish Dhillon, known for his books like Spiritual Masters: Guru Nanak has brought out the life of the patriotic hero, Bhagat Singh in his work, Shaheed Bhagat Singh. Harish Dhillon, through his book, beautifully traverses through Bhagat Singh’s life and deals with the final...

In the 19th century India was under British rule. It was also a land in need of social reform. This period gave rise to several movements in the country, some of them reformist, others fighting for independence. In the course of these struggles, many...

In the 19th century India was under British rule. It was also a land in need of social reform. This period gave rise to several movements in the country, some of them reformist, others fighting for independence.In the course of these struggles, many individuals...

If any movement in the West was deeply influenced by the philosophy and wisdom of India, it was American Transcendentalism of the nineteenth century. It emerged as a strong reactionary movement, braving the currents of British empiricism, scientific naturalism, and dialectical materialism of Europe....

M.V. Kamath, renowned writer, journalist and columnist has explored the spiritual aspect of Mahatma Gandhi in his book, Gandhi: A Spiritual Journey. Kamath starts the enriching journey of this book with Gandhi’s childhood and the time he spent in South Africa. He also brings...

Sarada Devi, consort and foremost disciple of Sri Ramakrishna, was given the responsibility of carrying forward his spiritual mission. Sarada Devi’s experiences can be considered an exemplification of life skills: communication, negotiation, interpersonal relations, stress, time, change, conflict and mind management, problem solving, decision...

Jesus of Nazareth's life on earth left a larger mark on Western history than that of any other man or woman. He lived 2000 years ago, he wrote nothing himself; in fact, everything we know "officially" about him is contained in about 100 often...

Supriya Rai, with her work, Spiritual Masters: The Buddha, allows the reader to absorb the significance of the teachings of Buddhism. In Spiritual Masters: The Buddha, Supriya Rai has used the perspectives of Buddha’s son and disciple, Rahula, King Bimbisara’s charioteer, Triguna, and Ananda,...

Sonavi Desai, the founder of Indus Source Books has brought out her interest in spirituality through her latest book, Spiritual Masters : Sai Baba. Sai Baba, a very revered saint, is worshipped by people across the world. Sai Baba was a yogi who had...