Battle of Vathapi


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In Nandi's Charge, the first book of the Battle of Vathapi series, author Arun Krishnan takes us through the riveting tale of preparations on the Pallava side for an eventual campaign against Pulikeshi and the Chalukyas. A young king, Narasimhavarman, is out to keep a promise made to his dying father. Can the young lion keep his word?




Political History of the Chālukyas of Badami


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History and administration of the rulers of the Chalukya dynasty of Badami, Bijapur District, Karnataka; ca. 500-ca. 757.




Your Best Day Is Today!


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‘Your best day is today. Not tomorrow, nor day after.’ The Covid-19 pandemic is considered as the most crucial global health calamity of the twenty-first century. It caught humankind like a deer in the headlights. All across the globe, people were unprepared to face this disease head-on. Apart from enduring the impact of the socio-economic and political crisis, we had to deal with the consequences of staying inside our homes without knowing what the future held for us. The severity of this disease forced us all to become homebodies. This phase has reminded us that we must strive to find pleasure in life’s simplicity. It has also taught us the significance of the smallest of things we always took for granted. As humans, we have a tendency of leaving things for tomorrow, and this crisis has made us realise that the best day to do anything is today . . . Your Best Day Is Today! is a compendium of experiences, lessons, and positive takeaways that will help you deal with the dark times in your life. It is a guide to getting in touch with your inner self and finding solutions to the problems that arise with adapting to changes in life. It is also a reminder of how you are not alone and there is always a way to make the best of any situation life throws at you. This book will inspire you and fill your heart with immense love, faith, and joy.




Varahas Vengeance


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SEVENTH-CENTURY INDIA. A GRIM STRUGGLE FOR SURVIVAL UNFOLDS. WILL THE PALLAVAS BRAVE THE CHALUKYA FURY, OR BE SWEPT AWAY BY THE RELENTLESS TIDE OF HISTORY? After months of setting their plan in motion, three gallant Pallava captains march forward, driven by King Narasimhavaraman's vow to avenge their clan's honour. In response, the indomitable Chalukya King Pulikeshi launches a fierce counterattack, aided by his brother, Kubja Vishnuvardhana. Backed by their powerful allies, the Chalukyas spare no effort in their attempts to decimate the Pallava army, ambushing the enemy on both land and sea. The very survival of the Pallavas hangs in the balance. Can they withstand the unbridled force unleashed by the resurgent Chalukyas or will they succumb to the overwhelming might of their adversaries? Can they rally their defences before all is lost? The second volume of the adrenaline-fueled saga that began with Nandi's Charge, unfolds in riveting detail in Varaha's Vengeance, taking readers on a thrilling journey through one of the most exciting periods of Indian history.




Clash of Singularity: The Sentinels Saga


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An unusual clash happened between two powerful secret societies – The Sentinels and The Guardians and their masters Jaywardhan and Rudra Pratap. In this duel of principles, strengths and virtues get embroiled: A warrior from another time A group of friends from IIM-Lucknow A mysterious mercenary and A clan of Indian sages An Exhilarating storyline that vividly unfolds itself in a real world setting with a fistful of mythology and mystery combined for a gripping narrative.




Warlord of Ayodhya: Rebellion


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Bharat. Son of Kaikeyi. Brother of Rama. Reluctant king of Kosala. Bharat’s carefree life in Kekeya is turned upside down by the death of his father Raja Dashratha and the exile of his brother and crown prince Rama. Untrained in statecraft and unsure of himself, Bharat begins his rule over Kosala by tackling an audacious rakshasa attack on Ayodhya. There’s more trouble brewing. As the magic that sustains the kingdom starts weakening and a drought looms over Kosala, Ayodhya’s citizens begin to disappear mysteriously. Ambitious aristocrats manipulate the inexperienced king to their ends, while fickle allies seize the opportunity to assert their independence. And unknown to Bharat, the Lord of Lanka has put a cunning plan into action that will break the back of Ayodhya’s resistance. Beset by challenges, will Bharat lose Ayodhya so early in his reign? Crackling with characters overlooked and forgotten by the Ramayana, The Warlord of Ayodhya is a thrilling spinoff by bestselling fantasy author Shatrujeet Nath. SHATRUJEET NATH is the creator of the runaway national bestselling series Vikramaditya Veergatha, and the upcoming alternative mythology series Warlord of Ayodhya. Described as “a new face to Indian mythology” by DNA, Shatrujeet writes for movies and web shows as well.




Mission Shengzhan


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Buckle Up & Strap Yourself In Get ready to fire your Neurons! How can you fight an invisible enemy? An enemy who manipulates your subconscious mind! The planet is hit by a pandemic. General Deng Jintao in Beijing has a plan to dominate and the key is India needs to fail. Over the years he has deployed the 3W Doctrine. Control Public Opinion | Create Psychology Trauma | Use Legal Power Now he unleashes an asset to bring India down. Dr (Major) Vihan Swaraj, a rookie politician. His battles have moved from the border to corridors of power in Delhi. ...He needs to know who friend or foe is. RAW Agent Udita Tandon, a covert field officer. She is crafty and driven by rage. ...She will make them pay. Dr. Mouni Khan Chaudhary, an economist. She talks about out-of-control monetary policies. ...She is trapped in London. Yanni Jacob, of Indian antecedents, is a Mossad trained assassin and tracking a terror group in Istanbul. ...He is running out of time. India is now the target of the Global Deep State. In this rollercoaster politico-medico-espionage thriller that plays out across continents, can India pull off a coup against the biological Chernobyl and save humanity's future?




Nandis Charge


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An ageing Chalukya ruler. A young, vengeful Pallava king. The war between the two is imminent. Who will win? Seventh-century India. The young Pallava king Narasimhavarman I promises his dying father that he will avenge the humiliating defeat inflicted upon their clan by the Chalukyas nearly a decade ago. Three valiant Pallava captains embark on a quest to form strategic alliances and weaken Chalukyan allies-the Pandyas, Gangas and the Lankan forces-before their fateful encounter in Vathapi. But there are obstacles aplenty in their way. From central Lanka to Ujjain, the determined trio faces unexpected twists, dastardly plots, cunning spies and treachery and deceit at every turn. Blazing battles are fought, shocking secrets are revealed-and love blooms even amidst the chaos. Will the Pallava warriors succeed in their mission? Will Narasimhavarman fulfil his oath? With its captivating drama and rich detailing of a glorious period of India's history, Nandi's Charge, the first book of an enthralling trilogy, is an irresistible page-turner.




The Very, Extremely, Most Naughty Asura Tales for Kids!


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Aren't we chubby, aren't we cute? Aren't we lovely, as sweet as fruit? Give us a bear hug, give us a kiss Regret not later for giving it a miss. Don't go by these sweet words-for all little asura kids are naughty and troublesome and always up to something! Little will you know when you land in a muddy puddle or your long hair gets chopped off into a bob. They will prod, pull and tug you till you yell-just like the gods in the heavens, especially Vishnu and Shiva who are simply fed up! Indulge in some very, extremely, most funny naughty tales of asura twins Kundakka and Mandakka, who hate going to school; clumsy Bhasma and pet pig Nakura, who create trouble in the village; brothers Atapi and Vatapi, who like to eat ninety-six cartfuls of fruits as dessert; the great Bana who claps with his thousand hands and so many more!




Turds Of Gold


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Bombay is suffering from a severe gastric epidemic of inexplicable origins. A young freelance caregiver, Nikunj, discovers that he has the superpower to make anyone poop, and with that poop, cure the person of any stomach ailments. As Nikunj begins to help people, and make money using his superpower, things start looking up for him. Till he meets Kalpeshbhai, a billionaire paraplegic whose family owns Param Churna, India's best selling Ayurvedic cure for constipation. Kalpeshbhai, who hasn't pooped in over two decades, hires Nikunj to heal him. Will Nikunj's superpower be able to make Kalpeshbhai poop? Will they cure Bombay of the gastric epidemic? Irreverent, audacious, and hilarious, Turds of Gold is a story of greed, blind belief and small miracles.