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Basic qualification - Master's degree in zoology.

Freelance writer - my articles and short stories have been published in magazines. Have done four books as a ghost writer for another. The books were on topics like relationships, finding the goal, confidence-building,

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Food & Drink > Coffee The history of coffee: 1 of 46
Coffee is the reigning queen of dining tables, coffee tables, peg tables and party shacks. It is an after-dinner antidote to a heavy meal, a stimulant when you are working, a remedy when you are unwell, and a soother when you are partying. It makes its appearance in incarnations of black or brown or hot or cold or mocha or ca... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Life Is suicide an unforgiveable sin?: 3 of 68
IS SUICIDE RIGHT?A friend of mine once asked me: Which is the crime, the successful completion of which frees you from punishment, but the failure to commit the crime makes you punishable?' I couldn't, for the life of me, get the correct answer and gave up after giving ridiculous answers like, robbery, burglary, perjury etc.T... More..
Health & Fitness > Pilates & Yoga The benefits of yoga: 2 of 29
Yoga is a philosophical therapeutic system which is a unique combination of spirituality and physical exercises. It works on the principle of a union of body and mind, the synchronization of the inner and outer realities of man, each controlling and rejuvenating the other by that cohesive action.This physical cum metaphysical... More..
Travel > Asia Travel destinations: India: 1 of 14
HYDERABAD AND ITS CHARMS -Every city and country honors its important denizens, present and past. Still, very few cities might have done what Hyderabad has done. On Tank Bund Road, an arterial road that connects Hyderabad with its twin city Secunderabad, are 33 statues in a row - all of people who were important in the histor... More..
Relationships & Family > Domestic Violence & Abuse The domestic violence problem: 3 of 35
DOMESTIC VIOLENCEThe term domestic violence refers to the aggressive behavior that goes on within the four walls of a house. Though the legal meaning of the term might encompass child abuse and even the abuse of the elderly, the main component of domestic violence is the physical violence inflicted on one partner of a marriag... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: The secret keys to happiness: 12 of 114
Three people went to visit Taj Mahal, an exceptionally beautiful structure, built by an emperor in the memory of his beloved wife. It is an architectural marvel,' said the engineer among them. It is an immortal symbol of love,' said the poet among them. It is the blood and sacrifice of hundreds of artisans,' said the third.Al... More..
Entertainment > Hollywood & Movie Industry Real actors being replaced by virtual images: 1 of 7
Population of the world is increasing. So is the demand for job opportunities in every field. Film acting is a medium which has always employed a lot of people in movies' lead roles and also as extras.But all of a sudden people, who had considered their histrionic talent as their main employable skill, seem pitted against a t... More..
Health & Fitness > Reproductive Health Issues Ovarian cancer: Advances in diagnosis and treatment: 1 of 6
Story of Ovarian CancerI cried out as the doctor punched my abdomen to insert a catheter into it.Everything had been a blur for the past few weeks except imprints of pain and terror. Vibrations of both seemed to be constant and continuous while the rest of what constituted life seemed to be vague and washed out. Later, if som... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History The role of women in World War II: 3 of 16
Women And The World WarThe word change' is a holy one. It is the readiness to change that has propelled the world forward, from the caves of our ancestors to the top floors of gleaming skyscrapers, not to forget the word's catalytic power even in clinching presidential nominations! And it is women's decision to change that mo... More..
Sciences > Psychology Women and self-esteem: 4 of 20
WOMEN AND SELF ESTEEM -A good measure of self-esteem is necessary for succeeding in life. And successful people have higher self-esteem. The two conditions are thus inextricably tangled in a chicken or egg, which came first?' situation. The conundrum becomes more complicated when the attribute is discussed in relation to wome... More..