Author Introduction  Palagummi Sainath is an Indian journalist, author, and educator, widely regarded as India’s foremost chronicler of rural poverty and agrarian crises. His groundbreaking work has given voice to India’s marginalized communities. Early Life & Background Born in 1957 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Sainath studied history at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi. Influenced by…

Author Introduction  Basharat Peer is a Kashmiri journalist, writer, and editor, best known for his memoir Curfewed Night, which recounts his personal experiences of growing up in conflict-ridden Kashmir. Early Life & Background Born in 1977 in Seer, Anantnag district of Kashmir, Peer grew up during the height of militancy in the 1990s. He studied…

B. V. Subbarayappa (1925–2014) was a distinguished Indian historian of science, celebrated for his pioneering work on India’s scientific traditions and their role in shaping global knowledge systems. His scholarship offered both academic rigor and accessibility, making him one of the most authoritative voices on the history of Indian science. Early Life & Education Born…

William Dalrymple is a Scottish historian, writer, and art curator, renowned for his vivid and deeply researched works on Indian and South Asian history. Residing in India for decades, he has become one of the foremost chroniclers of the Mughal Empire, colonial encounters, and cultural hybridity. Early Life & Education Born on March 20, 1965,…

Shaurya Kapoor is an Indian writer and journalist, recognized for his sharp insights on business, economics, politics, and contemporary affairs. His work brings clarity to complex issues, making him a trusted voice for readers navigating India’s changing political and economic landscape. Early Life & Education Shaurya studied economics and journalism, equipping him with the tools…

Harish S. Mehta is an Indian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and author, widely regarded as one of the founding figures of India’s software industry. A driving force behind the creation of NASSCOM, he has played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s IT policy and positioning India as a global technology hub. Early Life & Education Born…

Author Introduction  Rajiv Malhotra is an Indian-American author, researcher, and public intellectual, known for his writings on Indian civilization, culture, and philosophy. He is a strong proponent of India’s distinct civilizational identity and critiques Western representations of India. Early Life & Background Born in 1950 in New Delhi, Malhotra pursued a degree in physics from…

Author Introduction  Amartya Sen is an Indian economist, philosopher, and Nobel Laureate, renowned for his pioneering work on welfare economics, social choice theory, and development. His scholarship bridges economics, philosophy, and ethics, making him one of the most influential intellectuals of the 20th century. Early Life & Background Born on November 3, 1933, in Santiniketan,…

Author Introduction Shashi Tharoor is an Indian politician, diplomat, author, and public intellectual, widely admired for his eloquence and prolific writing. A member of the Indian National Congress, he has served as a Member of Parliament since 2009. Before entering Indian politics, he had a distinguished career at the United Nations. Tharoor’s works span history,…

Author Introduction  Jawaharlal Nehru was India’s first Prime Minister, freedom fighter, and one of the most influential leaders in shaping modern India. Beyond politics, he was also a prolific writer and thinker, whose works reflect his vision of a united, secular, and progressive India. Early Life & Background Born on November 14, 1889, in Allahabad,…