Nimish Dubey

Nimish is a freelance writer based in New Delhi. He writes about technology, books, sports and everything else

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the one hand, there are those who insist that stray dogs are essentially friendly and should be cared for like all living beings, and on the other are those who point out the dangers stray dogs can pose. (Unsplash)

From loyal pets to menacing monsters: How dogs feature in famous booksSubscriber Only

August 31, 2025 13:40 IST

From loyal companions to fearsome foes, literature’s dogs reflect both the love and the terror they inspire in our lives.

Fri, Sep 05, 2025

We used the Amkette Optimus XL with the Xiaomi Pad 7.

Under a thousand: A full sized, yet portable keyboard for not too muchSubscriber Only

August 24, 2025 17:03 IST

The Optimus XL is the larger of two Optimus wireless keyboards recently launched by Amkette.

Wed, Aug 27, 2025

More than three years after Putin announced a "special military operation" and Russian forces invaded Ukraine, the war goes on.

Vladimir vs Volodymyr: Booking the Russia-Ukraine warSubscriber Only

August 24, 2025 15:11 IST

The drones continue to fly, the bombs continue to fall, and books trying to make sense of the Russia-Ukraine war keep coming off the printing presses.

Fri, Sep 05, 2025

The book covers of How To Win The premium League, Premier League A history in 10 matches and Living on a volcano all based on the English Premier League

Kick off English Premier League 2025-26 with these must-read books on footballSubscriber Only

August 15, 2025 20:00 IST

If you are wondering what all the fuss is about or just want to know more about the nuances of the EPL, there are plenty of books around.

Mon, Aug 25, 2025

Fifty per cent off: Close to flagship-level ANC, now at a great priceSubscriber Only

August 10, 2025 17:30 IST

The Sony WH-CH720 sound very good too, if you are mainly seeking clarity and a relatively balanced output.

Wed, Aug 13, 2025

The book covers of works on the Hiroshima and nagasaki Bombing including Hiroshima Rain, Rain of Tuin, American Prometheus Oppenheimer, Paul Ham's Hiroshima and Nagasaki and Fallout

Hiroshima and Nagasaki 80 years on: Books that told the truthSubscriber Only

August 09, 2025 13:13 IST

ReadIt: Eighty years after Hiroshima and Nagasaki, the books that reveal the truth behind the mushroom clouds and why we must never forget.

Tue, Aug 19, 2025

Creator of ChatGPT Sam Altman with the covers of books Empire of AI and The Optimist

Saint, Satan, Sam: Chat about the ChatGPT ManSubscriber Only

August 03, 2025 10:02 IST

ReadIt: ChatGPT, OpenAI’s groundbreaking AI chatbot, made Sam Altman a global tech icon. Two new books explore his complex persona. 'The Optimist' sees him as a visionary leader, while 'Empire of AI' portrays him as power-obsessed

Thu, Aug 14, 2025

Under a Thousand: A Bubble-y keyboard for tablet-types!Subscriber Only

July 27, 2025 17:43 IST

The first thing that strikes you about the Portronics Bubble 3.0 is just how sturdily built it is.

Fri, Aug 01, 2025

Mount Fuji and the covers of Japanese thrillers The Honjin Murders, Out, beast in the Shadows,

Beyond Scandinoir: Why Japanese thrillers are the new crime fiction obsessionSubscriber Only

July 26, 2025 14:38 IST

From slow-burn psychological thrillers to locked-room puzzles, here’s why Japanese mysteries are a global obsession.

Tue, Sep 09, 2025

Wreckage of the July plot with three book covers of Killing Hitler, Operation Valkyre, and the Plot of killing Hitler

The briefcase that could have changed history: Inside the July plot to kill HitlerSubscriber Only

July 19, 2025 15:38 IST

Read It: How one man’s daring plan came within seconds of ending Hitler’s reign, potentially rewriting the course of World War II

Wed, Jul 30, 2025

These buds are available for less than half their original price.

Fifty per cent off: Superb budget open earbuds now even more affordableSubscriber Only

July 13, 2025 16:56 IST

While the bass on the Soundcore V20i is not the greatest, it is certainly better than what we have heard on other open earphones below Rs 5,000.

Mon, Jul 14, 2025

A painting of the The French Revolution in the background with the covers of Thomas Carlyle's The French Revolution, Charles Dickens' A tale of Two Cities the Baroness Emmuska Orczy, The Scarlett Pimperelle in the foreground

How the French Revolution shaped history, and inspired Dickens, Batman, and moreSubscriber Only

July 13, 2025 14:16 IST

Read It From Thomas Carlyle’s gripping history to Charles Dickens’ enduring tragedy and the rise of literary superheroes, the legacy of the French Revolution lives on in literature

Thu, Jul 24, 2025

Wimbledon in words: Best books on what makes it tennis’ most iconic tournamentSubscriber Only

July 05, 2025 11:55 IST

From riveting rivalries and royal traditions to personal memories and powerful stats, these reads serve up every facet of the Wimbledon magic.

Thu, Jul 17, 2025

Decoding the US and the Middle East — a tangle of alliances, history, and conflictSubscriber Only

June 29, 2025 17:57 IST

If you're looking to better understand the headlines and the centuries of context behind them these books are an excellent place to start.

Fri, Aug 29, 2025

Under a thousand: Sheer transparency makes this mouse click!Subscriber Only

June 29, 2025 16:00 IST

The Zebronics Sheer wireless mouse is a terrific deal for those who want a mouse that not just moves cursors but also turns heads.

Mon, Jun 30, 2025

Reading Israel: Books that help you understand a nation in conflictSubscriber Only

June 22, 2025 12:37 IST

Explore the Israeli psyche through books that chronicle tragedy, resilience, and conflict: from the Holocaust to Mossad's shadow games and America's unwavering support.

Mon, Jul 14, 2025

Stephen King’s Never Flinch: A slow burn with a killer payoffSubscriber Only

June 14, 2025 18:51 IST

ReadIt: Stephen King's Never Flinch trades jump scares for slow-burn suspense, weaving complex characters and intersecting plots into a chilling climax that rewards patient readers.

Sat, Nov 15, 2025

The RGB lights add to the overall typing experience.

Fifty per cent off: Budget delight for mechanical keyboard warriorsSubscriber Only

June 08, 2025 17:00 IST

It might now come with a very affordable price tag, but the Portronics Hydra 10 does not look like a low cost mechanical keyboard from any angle.

Mon, Jun 09, 2025

The Elon Musk you need to know: Genius, eccentric, never satisfiedSubscriber Only

June 07, 2025 19:26 IST

The Tesla and Twitter boss and former DOGE-man has inspired many authors. If you want to read up on the man, here are some of the best options.

Wed, Sep 24, 2025

The ‘write’ side of Shashi TharoorSubscriber Only

May 31, 2025 09:00 IST

The Great Indian Novel (1989) brought Shashi Tharoor into the literary spotlight in the late 80s.

Sun, Jun 01, 2025

Soundcore has a reputation for coming out with well-designed earbuds that do not cost a bomb.

Under a Thousand: The best TWS a thousand rupees can get youSubscriber Only

May 25, 2025 17:06 IST

The Soundcore R50i VI manages to deliver rock solid audio basics at a price that is generally in the region of Rs 1,200.

Tue, May 27, 2025

Invisible Helix: Keigo Higashino weaves another elegantly knotted mysterySubscriber Only

May 24, 2025 15:42 IST

Read It: Those expecting a tense, suspense-laden page-turner on the lines of The Devotion of Suspect X are likely to find Invisible Helix a little on the slow side.

Sat, May 24, 2025