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Magic realistic about Rushdie at last
The Rajiv Gandhi government’s ban on The Satanic Verses in 1988 created unnecessary outrage. Lifting the import ban, though symbolic, hints at India's progress towards valuing choice and agency over outdated concerns. Publishing an Indian edition will make the book more accessible and affordable.
Independence Day: How refugee real estate became Delhi's poshest areas
Punjabi refugees from Pakistan not only ended up identifying themselves with Delhi but also made Delhi identify with them. The names of many colonies in the city such as Kohat Enclave, Mianwali Nagar and Gujranwala Town bear Pakistani imprint, the names of their birthplaces the refugees brought with them.
A month after 'unlock' begun, CP & Khan Market traders struggle to keep shutters open
Deserted streets, limited customers, no revenue generation, huge rentals and restricted operations have forced many outlets to put their shutters down permanently while many others are struggling to survive by retrenching staff and tightening their purse strings on several other expenses.
Jolt for malls as retailers, restaurants refuse to open
Large shopping malls, which have been feeling the pinch of a long lockdown, received another blow on Monday as several top retailers and restaurants refrained from opening outlets due to a deadlock over new rental agreements. While some big mall owners, such as DLF, Nexus, Phoenix and Select City, have offered to waive 50% rent, retailers have demanded a full waiver.
Big Book Bazar: Harry Potter to Pamuk, all sold by the kilo here
Call it a marketing gimmick. Or a sign of the times. But at Big Book Bazar, you don't look for the price on a book's back cover.
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Let this vacation be all about discovering local treasures
No holiday is complete without discovering local treasures (vintage jewellery, maps, apparel), this vacation let shopping be your only agenda.
Self-Publishing: How startups like NotionPress, Cinnamon Teal are changing the way books are created
Ventures like NotionPress, Cinnamon Teal cater to those who want to be published authors but are unable to spark interest in traditional publishers.
Delhi real estate's rural potbelly: Hip eateries & galleries coming up in villages like Shahpur Jat and Hauz Khas Village
Hauz Khas Village has now exploded into a place with over 60 restaurants and cafes, art galleries, studios, curio shops and bookstores.
How the revenues from digital music overtook physical sales
For five years the music industry suffered plummeting CD & cassette sales. Last year revenues from digital music overtook physical sales. Here's an analysis of how the music business got its groove back.
Books on cinema: New genre catches up with readers
From an activity that took one’s mind off reality, cinema has now become a part of it. It is no wonder that in the same fashion, books on cinema have gone beyond the realm of the coffee table and acquired a serious and dedicated following.
Fuelled by controversy, Jaswant Singh's book becomes hot property
Bookstore owners say sales have especially picked up after his expulsion from the BJP on Wednesday.
How Harry's magic changed the mkt in India
The whole phenomenon is a sign of how the series has stretched the market and shown its real potential.
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