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 Operation Polo: Integration of Hyderabad in India by Sardar Patel | How Hyderabad was freed from the oppressive rule of the Nizam and Razakars by Prachi Garg Book review: Operation Polo by Prachi Garg is a refreshing retelling of India’s annexation of Hyderabad. This retelling utilizes a historical basis attached to fiction in order to explain the complexities surrounding this feat.  In the book the author goes into a lot of detail when discussing the Indian Government’s perspective on the integration of Hyderabad. It is very effective in underlining the role of the state, the menace of the Razakars and the overall framework of Indianization exercise. The author also covers the various responses of the international community with regard to Operation Polo. Although, the United Nations condemned India’s action, the operation was backed by United States and Soviet Union primarily because of Cold War circumstances. The book focuses on how Sardar Patel, India’s first Vice-President and Ho

 Value by DR JAMES JOHN Book review: "Value" the book, jumps into the domain of the moving of worldview with the colossal development of advances and quantum PCs. This book includes a 10-year-old young girl, Hope. She has a mechanical sidekick, which is a craft of man-made intelligence; its name is Bud. Bud can get a handle on every one of the feelings twisting inside a human, even the miniature articulations our people could miss; Bud can quickly know about it. Set in 2035, the novel acquaints us with a world that has changed decisively. Hope explores a general public where man-made intelligence has reshaped Earth and driven people to lay out a state on Mars called Orion 1. She admires Bud's support for understanding emotions and how people behaved at the beginning of the 20th century. I liked the scenes when Gia explained to her the simple process of photosynthesis and how elders used to respond to activities. She amicably explained to her the emotional ups and downs

 Ukraine At Any Price: A War Against The West by Fazle Chowdhury Book review: " Ukraine at Any Price" by Fazle Chowdhury   offers an organized examination of Ukraine's fight against Russian aggression, while in like manner diving into the great global stories that shape this persistent battle . The book is stacked with encounters, yet it's everything except a walk to survive. His use of authentic models and unquestionable events makes the book feel sincere and pertinent. The book gives a valid setting to the conflict, breaks down the motivations of the different sides, and researches the greater global repercussions. I partook in the maker's situation and obligation in presenting various perspectives, counterbalancing Ukraine's deterrent with Russia's longings.  He depicts a country among East and West, with Europe, NATO, and even Turkey expecting fundamental parts in the spreading out show. What isolates this book is its careful balance. Chowdhury swea

 REVOLUTIONARIES OF INDIA: Compiled by Ravi Valluri,  Lakshmi Valluri Introduction " Revolutionaries of India" is a collection of unknown revolutionaries. In this anthology, 40 authors have contributed about different revolutionaries in English or Hindi. The efforts put up by the authors could be felt in the initial pages.  I am part of this anthology as this is my first book. I started writing about the revolution a long time ago but got a chance to get selected and submit my article here. The book was launched on 14th September 2024 in Delhi. At the launch, many authors and chief guests praised the book. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAABMU9BHMY/?igsh=MWdwczJubGNvcjNoNQ== Why this book? This book is an acknowledgement of the different unnoticed yet really incredible people/gallant ladies of the Indian open door. We have been taught by the narrative of a tranquil fight, but there was meanwhile a huge inclination to severe fight to free our country. This bilingual assemblage

 Mystery of a Mysterious Girl by Sharath V Annapur Book review: "Mystery of a Mysterious Girl” is a dazzling story that impeccably joins the enthusiastic soul of Jodhpur with a thrilling investigator secret. The story revolves around Arjun Dev, a carefully prepared investigator for hire, who is entrusted with revealing the personality of a young lady who has mysteriously shown up in Jodhpur's clamouring Mochi Market. This begins as an apparently direct case that rapidly twists into a maze of information, stowed away by privileged insights and dull secrets stretching a long way past the young lady's unexpected appearance.  As Arjun digs further, the lines between the real world and deception obscure, and he ends up unwinding privileged insights profoundly attached to Jodhpur's rich social history. The stakes? They continue getting higher with every disclosure, keeping both Arjun — and the reader — as eager and anxious as can be. Sharath V Annapur's composing style i

 The World of Science Fiction by Souvik Chakraborty   Book review: As a science teacher, I like reading about tales of discovery and assumptions . I grabbed, "The World of Science Fiction" and it is a beautiful collection of science tales from different authors.  This book gave me an abundance of introspective ideas and reverberating facts that have the power to change technology.  It is basically a gathering of sci-fi, thus containing cutting-edge stories , for example, trendsetting innovation, Investigation of room, Time travelling and other comparable minds. The speed of the stories varies relying upon the singular styles of the creators. A few stories accompany exaggerated circumstances that keep the reader in a quicker force, while some are more rational. The editor has meticulously combined all the stories from renowned authors like Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, Stanley G. Weinbaum, and many more. His innovative idea to present varied stories in one book is commendable. 

Book review: "Lotus Brahma" by Aparna, Nalin Singh, Bharti, and Sunil Girdhar is an enchanting story that flawlessly mixes otherworldliness and secrets with fictional elements. The story follows the hero Siddharth, who is determined to leave to save the world. In 2030 , Siddharth experiences a test of skill and endurance as he experiences the mysterious Sanjeevani Yantra. This old relic takes him on a psyche-boggling excursion through the seven Lokas, mixing experience with otherworldly disclosure. Close by him is his perfect partner, whose adoration gives a consistent reference point amid the mayhem. As they reveal privileged insights spreading over 2000 years, the stakes couldn't be higher. It's an exhilarating blend of old-world wizardry and pressing present-day emergencies. The author works effectively by mixing history with fiction, disentangling insider facts that lengthen 2000 years. It's intriguing how Siddharth should find a sense of peace with secre

  From Hero to Villain: My true story of thee Citgo6 (From Hero to Villain- THE TRILOGY Book 2 Book review: A Story of Resilience and Renewal This memoir is a profound exploration of resilience, told with grace and insight. The author’s writing is calm and reflective, giving the story a meditative quality even as it deals with the harsh realities of wrongful imprisonment. The protagonist’s journey is presented in a way that allows the reader to experience both the external and internal battles he faced during his time in captivity. The secret letters exchanged with his wife are a highlight of the book, adding emotional depth and a sense of intimacy to the story. These letters aren’t just a means of survival—they’re a testament to the power of love in the most trying circumstances. The author’s portrayal of these moments is tender and heartfelt, reminding readers that even in the worst situations, love has the power to renew and strengthen. What makes this memoir unique is its focus on

 @Dreams: A story of love, friendship and following your dreams by Joginder Rohilla Book review: "@Dreams" offers a nostalgic and intelligent excursion into the young, long stretches of three cohorts—Virat, Samar, and Dinesh. The book, written in a straightforward yet captivating style, easily brings you into the universe of these youthful personalities, showing their fantasies, battles, and yearnings. It investigates the intricacies of kinships and desires, giving readers a new point of view on life and how young encounters shape our standpoint. This contacting story of three school pals who are headed to seek after their yearnings work hard at delineating the ups and downs related to seeking after grand goals. Samar's thoughts on industriousness hit home for me, filling in as an ideal update that even though achievement is generally difficult, the battle is beneficial. Quotes from the book that piqued me: 💛‘The purpose of our magnificent life is not to live normally;

 WE SHOULD NOT ALL BE FEMINISTS: A NOVEL by Lakshmi Raj Sharma Book review: In this convincing assessment of women's liberation, the book difficulties the well-known comprehension of the development. While censuring certain individuals who exploit women's activist ideas for their advantage or to maintain conventional orientation standards, the creator challenges what it truly means to be a women's activist. The story starts with two ladies, Clarissa from England and Emelia from the U.S., who travel to India with their women's activist beliefs. While Clarissa is aggressive and maybe a little childish in her interest, Emelia truly needs to elevate and uphold ladies. At the point when they meet Rajni Kant and Vibha, a couple in a stressed marriage, their endeavours to engage Vibha possibly create mischief, especially when Emelia succumbs to Rajni, Vibha's significant other.  Things get much more chaotic when Emelia's ex, Neville, appears from America. This tangled

 Mostly Mundane by Saugata Chakraborty Book review: "Mostly Mundane" is a brilliant assortment of brief tales that carry a diverting turn to the regular encounters of life. Every story remains solitary yet shares a typical topic, offering a new point of view on the commonplace. The stories are short and fresh, and the situations are significant, taking a few insane turns. The author's capacity to rear humour in the absolute most apparently common turned unusual minutes is unparalleled. A similarly particular cast of characters adds to the good times. The stories made me feel like it was my story. Like ShantiLal any writer who gets stuck or loses money the mindset to recover and make money makes him a jack of all. His conversation with his son and guiding him in his actions was quite intriguing and thought-provoking for how parents need to diverge their kids in their teenage. The best thing about the tales is that they all have a cut of reality, woven around circumstanc

 The Devil’s Autopsy by Vignesh Sivasankar Book review: " The Devil's Autopsy" by Vignesh Sivasankar is an assortment of five spine-chilling brief tales. The narratives combine frightfulness, wrongdoing spine chiller , and paranormal exercises. The story revolves around five strange homicide secrets handpicked from the towns of Assam to the modern high rises of Mumbai that have a downpour of powerful tension secret under the sheets. In "The Coffin Maker" , the story fixates on a coffin maker whose particular strategic policies draw the consideration of the law. As the specialists dive into his undertakings, they should decide if he's a guile conman or a got-holy person wrong. This story is a grasping mix of secret and moral vagueness, keeping readers speculating until the end. In " Twelve Branches of a Banyan Tree ", the story is about a criminological master who is gotten to lead a mental post-mortem examination on a family that has serious ma

 Ten Days Of The Strike: Selected Stories by Sandipan Chattopadhyay,  Arunava Sinha  Book review: I am a keen admirer of short stories and have never read a Bengali book. So, I thought of reading a Bengali book translated into English. And I picked up Ten Days of the Strike, a collection of ten short stories. Each story leaves a deep and long-lasting impact on the reader.   This collection includes The Last Metro, Meerabai, Banabehari and I, The Ivy Shome Murder Case (1978), and many more. It's a great exertion, mirroring the gigantic devotion and unremitting work of the author over his relegated task. Interpreting any work from one language into another is an exhausting assignment, particularly assuming the work crafted by interpretation comprises verbally expressed words. The 6th story of this assortment, Banabehari and I, is the biggest one, which is supplied with more than 80 pages chaptered with eleven scenes, a few sections with three, and some with ten sections in eac

 Happy Karwa Chauth| Gift Ideas  Let's look at the moon together tonight, just like it shines in the sky, may our love shine brightly similarly. Happy Karwa Chauth This is the first thought that comes to my mind or every woman's mind on this auspicious occasion of Karwa Chauth. This festival has been celebrated for ages by Hindu women in October or November,  the Hindu lunar month of  Kartika .   Karwa Chauth Origin A few days before Karva Chauth, married women would buy new  karvas   (spherical clay pots)—7-9" in diameter and 2–3 litres capacity—and paint them on the outside with beautiful designs. Inside, they would put bangles and ribbons, homemade candy and sweets , make-up items, and small clothes. The women would then visit each other on the day of Karva Chauth and exchange these  karvas . Karwa Chauth Rituals I applied mehendi on my hands and purchased a few jewellery items, new saari and cosmetics that are essential for this puja( Sindoor, Lipstick, Kajal and Ba

 The Goa Gambit by Anurag Tripathi Book review: The casinos of Goa are fascinating for those who live in faraway areas. Even I wanted to know about the games and people's lives. I have heard of a lot of drug intake in keeping, trafficking, gambling, and power games. So, to satisfy my quest, I picked up a book that is full of casino life and the power games involved to keep your white-collar status intact. "The Goa Gambit" is an engaging and gripping read. The narrative hooked me from the beginning until the end. I was intrigued by each character's secrets and the adroit manner in which the author penned the narrative.  The story revolves around Anton, Jayesh, Pankaj and Ruby. Their lives have a deep and dark past that shaped their lives and they grew up as strong and heartless persons. The narrative takes the reader on a journey of scandals, deception, fake images,  Tripathi masterfully paints a vivid picture of the bustling casino scene in Goa, filled with power-hung