The protagonist of and the Jhelum flows. Is Kashmir itself. The novel looks at the lost paradise with empathy and concern, Shunning easy cliches. It goes beyond the binary divisions of black and white in which the Kashmir issue is usually depicted and instead shows the various shades of grey in between. It is the story of innocent Kashmir's: the mother who searches for her missing son, the father who dies for his daughter, the young bride murdered on the eve of her wedding, the student tortured and driven to suicide, the obsession with revenge, the betrayal of trust, the loss of innocence. And the Jhelum flows. Weaves together several narratives to create a moving portrait of a land marked by hatred, fear, violence, and suspicion, where despite all the pain and sorrow, there is yet optimism for a better tomorrow. The picture that the novel paints is a reflection of the reality in other parts of the country where peace is under siege and hope is the last resort.

टूटी फूटी इक ख्वाइश है मेरी। इक हल्की सी गुज़ारिश है मेरी । बेइंतेहा चाहतों में लिपटी, इक सहमी सी सिफ़ारिश है मेरी ... रमेन्द्र कुमार (रमेन) राष्ट्रीय पुरस्कार से सम्मानित लेखक हैं। इन्होंने लेखन की प्रायः हर विधा जैसे फ़िक्शन, व्यंग, यात्रा संस्मरण एवं कविताओं के लेखन का कार्य किया है। इन्होंने अब तक कुल 28 पुस्तकें लिखी हैं जिनका अनुवाद कई भारतीय और विदेशी भाषाओं मे किया जा चुका है। इनकी रचनाएँ अंतर्राष्ट्रीय और राष्ट्रीय स्तर पर ख्याति प्राप्त कर चुकी हैं एवं संग्रहीत हैं। 2014 में प्रकाशित इनके उपन्यास 'मोहिनी' का प्रथम संस्करण मात्र एक हफ्ते में ही पूर्ण रूप से बिक गया। इनकी प्रथम नॉन-फ़िक्शन रचना 'इफेक्टिव पेरेंटिंग' भी काफी सराही जा रही है। रमेन अंतर्राष्ट्रीय स्तर के कथा वाचक और प्रेरणात्मक वक्ता हैं जो श्रोताओं के बीच अपनी अमिट छाप छोड़ने की क्षमता रखते हैं। इन्होंने 'जगन्नाथ संस्कृति' पर देश-विदेश में अपना शोध पत्र प्रस्तुत किया है। 'इंतेहा' इनके गीत एवं ग़ज़ल का प्रथम संग्रह है।

This story is about a Giraffe and a Squirrel who enjoy spending time together. Although they differ in appearance and in what they can do, they remain good friends.

This collection of 43 stories from 21 languages highlights India's diverse and intricate life. They depict everything from the chaos and mass hysteria of partition to the suppressed anger and self-pity of people trapped in broken homes. These narratives explore both outer experiences and internal struggles within Indian society. The stories emphasise the sacred and the profane, as well as the voices of the elite and the marginalised, serving as mirrors for self-reflection. Together, these tales trace a transformative century during which India emerged as a unified nation. The vivid imagery from the tumultuous 20th century is both disturbing and enlightening.

टके थे दस एक लोकप्रिय लोक गीत है जिसे पहली बार 1964 में प्रदीप भार्गव द्वारा ऑल इंडिया रेडियो पर गाया गया था। लोक गीत का चित्रण अतनु रॉय द्वारा किया गया है। age group 0-6 years

It is raining and there is not much one can do outdoors. Come and listen to Aajis story about the Kolis, the original inhabitants of Bombay, their favourite fish Bombay Duck and the citys magnificent docks.Written by Fleur D’Souza and Illustrated by Kripa.

Ammachi can’t find her glasses one morning and everything goes topsy-turvy! Page after page spills with drama, humour, detail and local flavour as Priya Kuriyan spins a hilarious tale about a crazy day with unforgettable Ammachi — “the archetypal grandmother from memories of my own childhood in Kerala,” as Priya says. The celebrated illustrator is at her best in her first wordless picture book.

What does it take for a person to alter the course of a nation? Spotlighting 25 such change-making individuals, the book looks at the times in which they lived, the challenges they dealt with, and the paths they forged. Quick introductions position personalities as game changers, chatty stories sketch their profiles, crisp timelines fill in the gaps, insightful quotations balance perspectives, and creative collages present visual montages. What emerges is the powerful journey of a country at the threshold of change, committed to charting its own course, helmed by its richest resource – its people. Age 10+

It’s Monday morning. Time for school. And his model of the earth…? Chintu Chitnis suddenly remembers he hasn’t made it! There’s a last-minute scramble to finish the project, with his little sister Pihu pitching in not very helpfully. And then, in school, Chintu finds an entire continent missing! Where did it go? Set in a Konkani household, this light and humorous story with playful pictures is a quick first introduction to the continents of the world.

A collection of short stories written by students at DPS

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नंदिता की कहानी भारत के सबसे प्रसिद्ध फोटोग्राफर, होमाई व्यारवाला के जीवन का जश्न मनाती है। होमाई का साहस और शिल्प कौशल पुस्तक में खूबसूरती से सामने आता है। प्रिया कुरियन के चित्रण होमाई की कार्यशैली को इतनी सटीकता से बनाए रखते हैं कि कभी-कभी ऐसा लगता है मानो होमाई ने ही पुस्तक का चित्रण किया हो। शिल्प और जीवन के बीच निरंतर बदलाव पाठकों को रंगमंच की जीवंतता की याद दिलाता है। किताब हिंदी और अंग्रेजी दोनों भाषाओं में उपलब्ध है।

Introducing Mayil Ganeshan, a lively 12-year-old who finally has the opportunity to express herself fully in her diary. This is a significant step towards achieving her goal of becoming a writer, as she hopes to make up for all the unfinished stories and the aimless novel she had written before. In her diary, Mayil shares a spontaneous, sensitive, honest, intimate, and often humorous account of her life and thoughts as a perceptive young girl going through the ups and downs of adolescence. This coming-of-age book is a must-read, with enough humor, heart, and wisdom to entertain and inspire readers of all ages. Age 10+

When M.F. Husain loses his shoes, Jai offers to help find them. The two zoom in and out of his paintings, passing milestones in the artist's life

“Let’s play house-house!” decide Sunehri and her friends. So they put together some old plates and bowls, empty packets of chips, plastic bottles, a broken helmet… things they’ve collected going about their work in the city on whose streets they live. The game loved by children everywhere takes on a poignant layer when played by those who have never known a home¬. Pictures full of exuberance and detail bring out their spontaneous joy in a make-believe world, which trips side by side with the harsh reality of their lives.

Bumoni’s big backyard, just outside the Kaziranga National Park, is bursting with banana trees. Then one night a herd of wild elephants crosses the river, discovers the trees, and gorges on them. Bumoni’s family is very upset – how do they keep the elephants away? Bumoni has an idea! But then, what will the elephants eat now? Spare but dramatic pictures create mood and atmosphere in this affectionately told story, set in Assam, of a family’s sustainable relationship with the environment – and elephants!

When Fakruddin worries, he gets frantic. And Frantic Fakru is now worried because his fridge is spoilt, the day is hot, and he is desperate for cold water. What does he do? A light-hearted story with a smart idea and cheerful watercolour illustrations which bring alive the ambience of Fakru's neighbourhood in Bhopal.

Ayeshaís favourite day is Sunday, for itís her Abbaís day. Come, letís find out what happens at Ayeshaís home every Sunday and what makes it so special!

A magically beautiful story about Malar and her grandfather. A laptime, bedtime, anytime story for you to share. Enjoy! A beginnerís book for children learning to read.

Muthu’s constant companion is a rooster called Goondi. But her grandfather tells her not to get too attached to Goondi, since he belongs to Selvi Paati. And the village head wants to buy him for his son’s wedding feast… Muthu can’t bear the thought! So, she makes her move and Thatha makes his, in this tender story about what a dear friend is worth. Pictures add richness and depth to this layered narrative set in an Irula fishing village in Tamil Nadu. Their varying tones and textures capture the setting, the people and the moments.