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The time8217;s just right, to look back and see ahead. And what better way than to turn the pages, read between the lines and get glued cover to cover.

There8217;s an absorbing line-up of anthologies, planners 038; new reads to pore over

The time8217;s just right, to look back and see ahead. And what better way than to turn the pages, read between the lines and get glued cover to cover. The biggest news stories, moving events, entertaining pieces from workplaces, testimonies to women8217;s many concerns, wine and its nuances, the wisdom of Arthashastra, Laxman8217;s wit8230;for book worms there8217;s lots to pore over. As 2008 draws to a close, there are two reads that give a detailed description of the years gone by and a must-check in this category is the The New York Times: The Complete Front Pages: 1851-2008. More than 300 of the most significant New York Times front pages have been selected and reproduced in the book and DVD set. Read the headlines and stories covering world-changing events as Abraham Lincoln8217;s assassination, Charles Lindbergh8217;s transatlantic flight, Japan8217;s attack on Pearl Harbor, Martin Luther King Jr.8217;s 8220;I Have a Dream8221; speech, the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. 8220;It8217;s an engaging way to clue in and be informed, as news summaries highlight significant events of each era,8217;8217; Pankaj P Singh of Browser agrees. To celebrate its 85th anniversary, Time magazine has published, Time: 85 Years of Great Writing, a collection of the finest writings from Time8217;s archives. In the 560-page book, you can recall the world8217;s biggest and most moving events 8212; World War II, the Moon landing, the death of Princess Diana8230;as pieces by famous writers provide a view of history. Talking of anthologies, new on the list is Minding the Store, Great Writing About Business from Tolstoy to Now. Edited by Robert Coles, the Pulitzer prize-winning author, the book comprises literary selections that explore ethical dilemmas of workplaces! 8220;In fiction, Inner Line, The Zubaan Anthology of Stories by Indian Women by Urvashi Butalia is a good pick,8217;8217; adds Singh, as you notice the Wine Enthusiast Magazine Buying Guide, 2009 that includes ratings and prices for more than 50,000 wines.

If one of your New Year resolutions is planning to perfection, there are planners that will tempt you to get everything in order! At the Capitol Book Depot, The Penguin India Desk Companion, 2009 will help get the entire year in order, has caricatures by Laxman and an interesting factoid on every diary page! 8220;The Management Diary 2009 from the Wisdom of Arthashastra by Chanakya is smartly designed and has a quotation by Chanakya,8217;8217; adds Ajay. The latest edition of This Diary Will Change Your Life insists on setting everyone8217;s mental outlook to 8216;rosy8217;, with a range of inventive tasks that are accessible to all. 8220;It8217;s artistic, funny, inspires creativity, will make you smile as there8217;s a witty comment on a genre of topics, be it a diet plan, stock market et al and is brilliantly illustrated,8217;8217; Pankaj says 2009 will see authors like John Grisham, Jeffrey Archer, James Patterson, Danielle Steele, Jack Higgins, Clive Cussler8230;with their new novels. 8220;In terms of sales, one of the biggest hits was The Secret and fantasy fiction continued to enthrall readers. In fact, the Secret Day book, a thick, pocket-size version is doing really well. It has a quotation on every page and continues to inspire,8217;8217; sums up Pankaj.

Parul

Parul is a Principal Correspondent at The Indian Express in Chandigarh. She is a seasoned journalist with over 25 years of experience specializing in public health, higher education, and the architectural heritage of Northern India. Professional Profile Education: Graduate in Humanities with a specialized focus on Journalism and Mass Communication from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Career Path: She began her career covering local city beats and human interest stories before joining The Indian Express in 2009. Over the last decade and a half, she has risen to the rank of Principal Correspondent, becoming the publication’s primary voice on Chandigarh’s premier medical and academic institutions. Expertise: Her reporting is deeply rooted in the institutional dynamics of PGIMER (Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research) and Panjab University. She is highly regarded for her ability to navigate complex administrative bureaucracies to deliver student-centric and patient-centric news. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2024 - 2025) Her recent work highlights critical reporting on healthcare infrastructure, academic governance, and urban culture: 1. Public Health & PGIMER "PGIMER expands digital registry: Centralized patient records to reduce wait times by 40%" (Nov 20, 2025): A detailed look at the digital transformation of one of India's busiest medical institutes to tackle patient influx. "Robotic Surgery at PGI: Why the new urology wing is a game-changer for North India" (Oct 12, 2025): Reporting on the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical technology and its impact on affordable healthcare. "Shortage of life-saving drugs: Inside the supply chain crisis at government pharmacies" (Dec 5, 2025): An investigative piece on the logistical hurdles affecting chronic patients in the tri-city area. 2. Education & Institutional Governance "Panjab University Senate Election: The battle for institutional autonomy" (Dec 18, 2025): In-depth coverage of the high-stakes internal elections and the friction between traditional governance and central reforms. "Research funding dip: How PU’s science departments are navigating the 2025 budget cuts" (Nov 5, 2025): An analysis of the fiscal challenges facing researchers and the impact on India's global academic ranking. 3. Art, Culture & Heritage "Le Corbusier’s legacy in peril: The struggle to preserve Chandigarh’s Capitol Complex" (Dec 22, 2025): A feature on the conservation efforts and the tension between urban modernization and UNESCO heritage status. "Chandigarh Art District: How street murals are reclaiming the city’s grey walls" (Oct 30, 2025): A cultural profile of the local artists transforming the aesthetic of the "City Beautiful." Signature Style Parul is known for her empathetic lens, often centering her stories on the individuals affected by policy—whether it is a student navigating university red tape or a patient seeking care. She possesses a unique ability to translate dense administrative notifications into actionable information for the public. Her long-standing beat experience makes her a trusted source for "inside-track" developments within Chandigarh’s most guarded institutions. X (Twitter): @parul_express ... Read More