Characters (in order of appearance) Aadhya: A 3rd-year research scholar in the English department of a reputed college. Shashank: Junior to Aadhya. A scholar in his first year in the same department. Rahul: Shashank's classmate Sanvi: A 4th-year research scholar. Senior to Aadhya. Naina: A 2nd-year research scholar ACT I Morning scene of the college … Continue reading The Secret Chocolate Giver
Author: SHASHANK
Shashank Shekhar is a Research Scholar, pursuing PhD from the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at IIT Roorkee. He completed his Bachelors, Masters and MPhil from University of Delhi. He is the author of two books i.e. 'Undergraduate Love Stories' and 'Epistles from Heart'. He likes to explore different genres through his writing. He believes that art within an individual can't be manifested in one genre. Every genre has something unique to teach in which one can find one's lost self. It's while writing romance fiction, he finds as well as loses himself, simultaneously. Besides writing, he loves to travel along with blogging and photography. He signs himself as Pragmatic Persona, which is also his pen name.
Book Review: IKIGAI
It is heard most often in social gathrings as a reminder that each encounter- whether with friends, family, or strangers- is unique and will never be repeated, meaning that we should enjoy the moment and not lose ourselves in worries about the past or the future. Ikigai What if I say 'Ikigai' is the only … Continue reading Book Review: IKIGAI
10 Tips to Read Any Book Effectively
The reading of all good books is like conversation with the finest (people) of the past centuries! René Descartes I seldom pondered the topic until a friend posed this question: "Yaar, how can I read any book effectively and easily?" According to me, if you feel engrossed in the book or if you're able to relate to it, … Continue reading 10 Tips to Read Any Book Effectively
Explore Pondicherry below 10K
What excites you about Pondicherry? Beaches, University, French architecture, Monuments, Food or Cafes? If you're a traveller like me, the answer would be; An itinerary consisting of 'populars' among all these. However, there is a disclaimer. Pondicherry isn't an island!!! Several people, including me, picture it as an Island with a cool and moderate climate … Continue reading Explore Pondicherry below 10K
Book Review: The Elements of Style
I have been in search of something like this since the time the first-year students asked me to recommend a book to improve their writing skills. The first was obviously Norman Lewis's Word Power Made Easy
7 km and the Dreadful Night
The train dropped me at the station fifteen minutes later than the scheduled time. The clock consisting of a red coloured LED light hanging at platform no.3 showed 19:12. I hurried toward the exit taking quick and long steps. Even though it was seven of the evening, the town appeared a wilderness. I could think … Continue reading 7 km and the Dreadful Night
Book Review: Rajmohan’s Wife
The 'first' is always interesting, special and indelible. In one of the stories of my debut book Undergraduate Stories, I reiterated the same. Today, we're going to talk about another first thing. Can you make a guess? Hint: I am talking in context to Indian Literature. And here is it..... Little rewards, big results! Title: … Continue reading Book Review: Rajmohan’s Wife
BOOK REVIEW: The Diary of a Young Girl
Whenever we write a diary, we scribble our deepest and most intimate feelings without embellishing them with flowery language. At the same time, we try to be honest and true to heart- the reason is that it's a personal entity and no one is going to judge us
Change- Cash Crunch and Ticket
Can you recall a day which you can admit that it's specially meant for you? Well, you can list out several instances when the universe conspired to make you feel special, be it your birthday, anniversary, result day, the day when you met your crush, acceptance of your proposal (whether love, research or book), first … Continue reading Change- Cash Crunch and Ticket
Book Review: An English Made in India
Hi Friends! It won't be wrong if I state that the book-reading habit has been replaced by several addictive social networks on the phone. We do read books for academic purposes but when it comes to 'hobby', a significant decline is quite apparent. Some of my friends who belong to a technical or science background, … Continue reading Book Review: An English Made in India
Another Soldier
Several incidents big or small happen in our day-to-day life, in which only a few of them create a lasting impression on us. Such an incident takes you through a multitude of emotions, so much so that you can’t resist reflecting, at least for some time. During the usual evening bicycle ride on the campus, … Continue reading Another Soldier
Roorkee2Mumbai via Delhi with Her
The distance appears to reduce half the original when you get someone's company while travelling. Though, it's a mere coincidence to get along with someone of the same age group and mindset, believe me, it does happen sometimes, giving you some everlasting moment. Somewhere in the beginning of January, I was on my way back … Continue reading Roorkee2Mumbai via Delhi with Her
One of a Kind ‘See Off’
Some sights, some moments have everlasting impressions on us such that even after years, it feels afresh. These moments may or may not belong to us, but still, we can feel the feelings associated with them. Most of us try to capture these moments in whichever way possible. With the ease in the accessibility to … Continue reading One of a Kind ‘See Off’
Book Review: The Broken Rainbow
Hi Folks! Poetry books are always a source of delight when read due to two reasons specifically. The first one, so many meanings are embedded within a few lines that unearthing them is a joy whereas the second, you can finish it quickly. However, I'll not suggest you to go for the latter one because … Continue reading Book Review: The Broken Rainbow
Life@IIT Mandi
One among the new IITs, IIT Mandi is remotely located as well as uniquely situated in the lap of the Himalayas, about 20 km away from Mandi town. The engineering marvel left me awestruck by the way it had been constructed after carving out the mighty rocks and the mountains. Spread across two campuses, the … Continue reading Life@IIT Mandi
