The Escorts Group, one of India's most iconic business houses, has seen its fair share of major setbacks in its seventy-five-year history. Founded in 1944 in Lahore, Escorts was first a victim of Partition. In 1960, it set up its manufacturing base in Faridabad on the outskirts of Delhi, and over the years was associated with leading global players such as Ford, JCB and Yamaha. The Rajdoot bikes it produced were a rage in the 1980s. But the same decade also witnessed a hostile takeover bid...

A story that proves that Indians when empowered can change the course of history...The targets were stupendous and considered unachievable by almost everyone. Slightly over two years to find a suitable partner, finalize all legal documentation, get governmental approval to these agreements as well as to the investment proposals, build a factory, develop a supplier base to meet localization regulations, create a sales and service network, and develop and launch a peoples car that wo...

Rudraksha is an ancient bead known for its divinity, positive results on human mind and for good health. The subject is diverse and complex due to variety of opinions and different descriptions available in ancient epics as well as in some recent books. The Rudraksha is greatly respected and revered as Lord Shivas tears the wearing of which will end sorrows and heal ailments.The Rudraksha is a herb which is good for several diseases as confirmed by the non-clinical trials conducted by Depart...

This issue of Primary Care: Clinics in Office Practice, guest edited by Drs. Seetha Monrad and Daniel Battafarano, is devoted to Rheumatology. Articles in this issue include: Approach to the Patient with Suspected Rheumatic Disease; A Primer on Rheumatologic Labs; Practical Pearls About Current Rheumatic Medications; Diagnosis and Treatment of Gout and Pseudogout for Everyday Practice; Early Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis; Systemic Lupus Erythematosus for Primary Care; Oth...

Embark on a transformative journey with The Power of Rudraksha, a captivating exploration of the ancient mystic bead that has fascinated people for centuries.In Sanskrit, ‘rudra’ means Lord Shiva and ‘aksh’ means tears or eyes. Rudraksha is revered as Lord Shiva’s tears, so wearing them is believed to end sorrows and heal ailments.Delve into the heart of rudraksha’s symbolism, as this sacred bead is not just an accessory but a powerful symbol of spirituality. Whether worn individually, as ...

Seven-year-old soccer enthusiast Myra lives with her mum, dad, Muthashi (grandma) and big sister. Her world turns upside down when her family welcomes a new baby, making Myra a middle child. On top of that, Myra joins the school' s soccer team, only to be put in the midfield. Nothing exciting ever happens there! What will it take for Myra to feel marvellous in the middle? With lively humour and vivid depictions of Myra' s Indian heritage, this junior novel is a sweet exploration of family,...

This book is an up-to-date reference on some of the major global health issues and the role of nutrition in their prevention and management. The book covers undernutrition, degenerative diseases, mental health disorders and COVID-19 and reviews feeding and eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia, binge-eating, and delineates the risk factors and management. The book addresses the gaps in tackling these health problems and proposes comprehensive models and frameworks to manage them....

"This book will inspire the younger generation to be like our sporting heroes by helping them take up sports and make it a daily part of their life." Sakshi Malik, Bronze Medallist, Rio 2016India at the Olympics celebrates 100 years of Indian athletes' participation in the world's biggest sporting event.Packed with rare images and colourful illustrations, this unique book:Traces the incredible history of the Olympics from the time of the Ancient Greek Olympics to it...

Despite progress, the Western higher education system is still largely dominated by scholars from the privileged classes of the Global North. This book presents examples of efforts to diversify points of view, include previously excluded people, and decolonize curricula.What has worked? What hasn’t? What further visions do we need? How can we bring about a more democratic and just academic life for all?Written by scholars from different disciplines, countries, and backgroun...

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A mother’s own childhood experiences of bigotry are triggered when her son is picked on for the colour of his skin. Another mother pre-judges a parent at the school drop-off on the basis of her appearance. A disparate group of travellers on the trans-Siberian railway in the 1930s share memories of Chinese culture, history and politics. And an Australian-Chinese visitor finds herself both fascinated and estranged riding a subway in modern-day China.Moon Orchard presents a r...

This book of poetry is a collection of random thoughts.It wonders creator and his creativity. It expresses the pain on the death of loved ones,separation,betrayal of trust and fall of relationship.It bequests the friendship and guidance of god to overcome the troubles of worldly life. It feels that life is impermanent and ever-changing.The book of poetry is a bundle of emotions of a layman in the walk of everyday life.