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BOOKS AND AUTHORS - January 2025

Jan 2025

Mar 10, 2025

Commemorating Women's Contributions: Book on Women Members of Constituent Assembly Released

On the occasion of International Women's Day, the Legislative Department, Ministry of Law & Justice, formally released a book titled "The Life and Contributions of the Women Members of the Constituent Assembly".
This scholarly work pays homage to fifteen distinguished women who played an instrumental role in drafting the Constitution of India — their invaluable contributions having remained largely unrecognised in mainstream historical and legal narratives.
The book meticulously documents the achievements of these pioneering women, including prominent lawyers, social reformers, and freedom fighters who overcame entrenched structural barriers within a predominantly male-dominated political framework.

Mar 03, 2025

Dr. Dinesh Shahra Unveils Hindi Edition of Sanatan Avatar at Art of Living Kanpur

Renowned philanthropist and author Dr. Dinesh Shahra launched the Hindi edition of his book, Sanatan Avatar, at the Art of Living Center in Kanpur, paying tribute to Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's profound spiritual legacy. This milestone makes the book's deep insights more accessible to a wider Indian audience, reinforcing Dr. Shahra's mission to spread the wisdom of Sanatan Living.

Mar 01, 2025

Kailash Satyarthi's Autobiography 'Diyaslai' - A Literary Exploration at IGNCA

The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), under the Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Satyarthi Movement for Global Compassion, hosted a literary discussion on Diyaslai, the autobiography of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi. The event highlighted the book's exploration of social justice, child rights, and global compassion.
Diyaslai is the autobiography of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Kailash Satyarthi, a global advocate for child rights and social justice. The book narrates his life struggles, activism, and unwavering efforts to eradicate child labor. Satyarthi shares his personal experiences, from humble beginnings in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh, to leading international movements like the Global March Against Child Labour, which reached 186 countries.

Feb 28, 2025

Rajnath Singh Unveils First Edition of 'Sashakt Bharat' Hindi Magazine

In a move to promote the use of Hindi in official communications, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh released the first edition of the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) bi-annual Hindi magazine 'Sashakt Bharat'. The launch event took place at South Block, New Delhi. The magazine is an initiative by the MoD's Department of Official Language and serves as a platform to highlight the patriotism, valour, and sacrifices of the Armed Forces personnel while also discussing key government policies in Hindi.

Feb 13, 2025

Vice President of India Launches Gopichand P. Hinduja's Book 'I Am?'

Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, launched the much-anticipated book, "I Am?" compiled by Gopichand P. Hinduja, Chairman of the Hinduja Group. The event was graced by an elite gathering of political leaders, business magnates, and members of the diplomatic community, making it a truly prestigious occasion.
Addressing the distinguished gathering, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar described the launch of "I Am?" as a profoundly unique moment. He emphasised that the book is a thoughtful and thought-provoking assimilation that aligns with the ethos of Sanatan Dharma and Bharatiyata.

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