“100 Years of Matchless Ingenuity”: A Book on Mr CL Gupta
March 31, 2021
Good people bring happiness to everyone when they are alive,
Great people bring happiness even when they are gone.
My grandfather, Cha...
The Publishing Industry Is Barely Keeping Afloat
March 23, 2021
Please consider increasing minimum wage pay in lieu of the Covid-19 crisis
The Covid-19 crisis has posed many challenges the past year… f...
Indian Publishing Industry Challenges
March 23, 2021
It’s time the government does something for issues that have been distressing the publishing community for so long…
Especially in t...
Education and Publishing in Budget 2021
February 11, 2021
Even the Finance Minister read the ‘Bahi Khata’ from a tablet… what does that say about paperbacks and books?
A market that has b...
My opinion on Sci fi hub case
January 22, 2021
The court needs to protect the science community from greedy, power-abusing academic
publishers
The respect of copyright law has been co...
Evolution of Indian Book Export Market
January 12, 2021
India has a rich literary heritage. Some of the most distinguished authors include Rabindranath Tagore, Amir Khusro, Abul Fazl, Ziauddin Bar...
New year, new beginnings – And a new role that I’m truly excited to step into!
January 4, 2021
For some it’s just a date. For others it’s the delight in discovering everything anew!
This new year for me, is about being able to v...
Announcing new virtual event on PragatiE – Seeing life Gandhi’s Lens
December 22, 2020
“In a gentle way you can shake the world”
Power, prowess and tenacity. Even Taimur Lane can’t beat Gandhi at any of these 3. The diff...
My thoughts on Penguin House acquiring Simon & Schuster
November 26, 2020
Although this acquisition might be good for the Promoters of both the organizations but I have few concerns:
PRH will become the most dom...
Excited to share the news of my victory with you all – Meet the new member of International Publishing Association
November 24, 2020
First and foremost, I would like to express how proud I feel to represent the Indian publishing industry in the International Publishing Ass...
The Impact of Foreign Invasion on the Indian Publishing Industry
November 23, 2020
Despite the constantly expanding domestic market and largening exports, Indian book publishers are highly worried about the ‘invasion’ b...
How Important Are Copyright Laws in the Publishing Industry?
November 17, 2020
With the surge of e-books and growth of technology to support the trend, electronic publishing has completely taken over traditional publish...
Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair Goes Virtual! Is This a New Trend!
November 9, 2020
Exciting news for readers all over the world!
The Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair will be held virtually this time on Nov 1...
Emerging Key Trends: How to Monetise Content Digitally?
November 4, 2020
The publishing industry is yet to re-invent itself to adapt to the pervasiveness and the possibilities the Internet has to offer. Over the p...
What Does Make in India Mean for the Publishing Industry?
November 2, 2020
Indian brands have been following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘vocal for local’ or localisation of a vision for a while now. Emphas...
Exciting News! FIP Nominated Me for the IPA
October 31, 2020
I am beyond pleased to share the news of my nomination with all my colleagues, friends and all readers who’ve supported me to express
&...
Online Learning- Future Necessity or Just a Fad?
October 30, 2020
Fading trends or not, e- learning is an extension of how we learn and teach. The only thing that has changed over the past in education is- ...
Exhibitors and Eminent Speakers at the First-Ever Virtual Delhi Book Fair 2020
October 29, 2020
Delhi’s first-ever virtual book fair is just around the corner….
And I can safely say this is going to be one of the best and the m...
Creating the Office of My Dreams!
October 28, 2020
Today, I’m really grateful to all of you for gracing this occasion and travelling all the way to share in our happiness. In times like the...
Educational Publishing in the Digital Era!
October 23, 2020
Rapid changes in technology mean educational publishers need to adapt fast and provide students with the most updated source of learning. It...
Top Virtual Book Fair’s happening around the globe For many exhibitors, this year poses a big challenge
October 19, 2020
Can virtual book fairs capture the attention of visitors like in the physical setting?
This year, colourful bookstalls won’t spring up al...
About Frontlist – The Online News Portal
October 11, 2020
A publisher for life, I have been delving in technology and digital for years now. This interest led me to become part of OMLogic as a Dir...
pragatiE’s introduction to the world! Organising Virtual Delhi Book Fair 2020
October 9, 2020
This year has been a whirlwind of surprises…
And as the world cancels most of its exhibitions, shows and fairs, here’s one mo...
Digital Marketing – The Greatest Revolution of the Decade
March 11, 2019
Evolution has been and will always be a mammoth term to properly describe. Since the evolution of the digital age, the heavy changes have be...
What does the future hold for the academic publishing business in India?
February 22, 2019
Indian publishing industry is growing stronger day by day. With the present insights, the Indian publishing sector is the third largest nati...
New Delhi World Book Fair 2019
January 28, 2019
The New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF), which has been one of the biggest events in the publishing industry for over 45 years, is back. The f...
Digital Marketing Trends that are taking over 2019
January 10, 2019
In this tech-driven world where our wake-up routines begin with e-newsletters and our nightly routines end with social notifications and sub...
Technology — A Boon or a Bother for the Children?
December 19, 2018
Today’s youth is called GenTech and for a good reason because the Internet has become a very important part of a child’s life. With the ...
Sharjah International Book Fair 2018
November 28, 2018
A book fair that soon turned into a literary carnival, the 2018 edition of Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) was attended by a number o...
Frankfurt Book Fair 2018
October 17, 2018
Frankfurt Book Fair a very engaging social and cultural event that connects the print and digital content business worldwide.
This prestigi...
Afro – Asian Book Conclave 2018
September 27, 2018
An event to evaluate and plan the achievement of intellectual self-reliance through mutual assistance and cooperation between Africa and Asi...
Award for Excellence in Book Production – 2018
September 19, 2018
The stage was set, and all the nominees were nailed to their seats for the one event that every Indian publisher looks forward to - the Awar...
Delhi Book Fair 2018
September 13, 2018
Organised by India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), and supported by Federation of Indian publishers (FIP), the 24th Delhi Book Fair was...
Education Reforms: A Necessity In India
August 21, 2018
Time and again there has been one sure thing that our country has continuously failed in and that is reforming the education sector. 72 year...
Entrepreneurship- The Rocky Road For Startups
August 14, 2018
Entrepreneurs usually start with a small setup, owing to uncertainties and various risk factors. To begin with, there are ample challenges f...
Indian Startup Ecosystem – Good | Bad | Ugly
July 25, 2018
All that’s rosy isn’t really ripe! Get that, did you?
Well, am talking here about the different shades of the startup ecosystem. The go...
Indian Startup Ecosystem- A Bird’s-eye View
July 20, 2018
Every cover story, every article, and every feature has just one big glorified story- the story behind a successful startup. However fancy s...
India- A Strong Market for Academic Publishing
June 13, 2018
India is one of the largest populated countries in the world. With a population of 1.32 billion, India ranks second after China. With a popu...
World of Books on World Book Day
June 4, 2018
World Book Day is observed around the globe on 23rd April to celebrate the magical power of books and reading. It is also a celebration of a...
Reimagining Future with Reading Culture
May 14, 2018
April was a busy month, and I fool you not!
I’ve been hopping around places doing something I love the most- attending book fairs, meeting...
IRRO 13th Annual General Meeting- Meet The Governing Body
May 8, 2018
As individual publishers, we have many ethical, social, economical and cultural responsibilities to fulfill. At times, however, it takes mor...
India Lacks Sports Culture not Spirit
April 13, 2018
I have always been a fan of sports, especially cricket. While sportsmen feel the adrenaline rush of performing within an arena, we as specta...
How is technology changing the publishing landscape?
April 5, 2018
Technology has been disrupting every sector, and when it comes to publishing, it is no different! There has been a significant shift in the ...
30th CBSE Principals’ Conference – Uplifting Education
March 15, 2018
New year. New opportunities. New experiences!
Indeed, 2018 kicked off on a high note for me.... with a trip to Chennai for the 30th CBSE Pr...
32nd International Publishers Congress – Day 2
March 1, 2018
Much like the first day that was packed with amazing events and activities for all, Day 2 of the International Publishers Congress too witne...
32nd International Publishers Congress – Day 1
February 27, 2018
My previous blog Bringing Publishing Experts Under One Roof summed up the entire event with all the major highlights. However, this event ha...
A year summed up in one moment!
February 27, 2018
After a year full of extensive planning with emphasis on the minutest of details, the 32nd International Publishers Congress finally took of...
Bringing Publishing Experts Under One Roof
February 19, 2018
The Indian publishing industry witnessed one of the major international events this February. Hosted by the Federation of Indian Publishers ...
An Insight: Indian Book Market
February 9, 2018
If you are a reader, author, book lover or publisher, this piece of information is just for you. Indian book market is growing at an impress...
Copyright: How protected is your work?
February 8, 2018
Getting books published is a well-known struggle for authors. But what comes next is the threat of piracy. Being in the publishing industry,...
32nd IPC – Bringing Publishers Together
February 8, 2018
A unique blend of innovation and experience, the International Publishers Association presents the 32nd International Publishers Congress. W...
Sneak Peek: New Delhi World Book Fair 2018
January 19, 2018
New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF) has always been an important event not only for bibliophiles but also publishers & authors. The much a...
Story of Indian Comics Retold
January 2, 2018
From growing up listening to bedtime stories from parents to narrating the same as a parent myself, the only thing constant is - storytellin...
CAPEXIL: What’s the fate of the 6 Panel Elections?
December 22, 2017
Moving ahead from where I left the topic in my last blog about CAPEXIL: Aiding Indian Publishing Industry, and how Prints Publication Pvt. L...
CAPEXIL: Aiding Indian Publishing Industry
December 19, 2017
Exports of printed books, newspapers, pictures in India decreased to 41.24 USD million in 2016 from 142.12 USD million in 2015. In order to ...
7 Books Music Lovers Must Read This Winter
November 27, 2017
Books, music, movies - 3 most common interests people indulge in. And interestingly, these forms of art find a way to stay connected more of...
Top 7 Indian Publishers for Children: My Pick
November 14, 2017
I am not an avid reader myself, and given my busy schedule I hardly find time to read. But I see my little kid having quite a taste for book...
The GST Battle on Royalty: Publishers Vs Authors
November 10, 2017
The Goods & Service Tax (GST) that came in with different tax slabs, opened doors to a lot of confusion across industries. In my earlier...
Literary Prizes: Making Way For Quality Fiction
November 3, 2017
Ever wondered what literary prizes do that just good reviews can’t? They push you towards giving your best, proving your worth to all over...
The Sharjah Book Fair 2017: A Quick Glance
November 3, 2017
The 36th edition of the world’s 4th largest book fair, Sharjah International Book Fair begins on 1st November, and like every year, I’m ...
Frankfurt Book Fair 2017: The Hits & The Misses
October 25, 2017
My last blog is a testimony to the love I have for Frankfurt Book Fair. Like every year, I was glad to be a part of it this time around too,...
12 Book Marketing Strategies That Actually Work
October 10, 2017
Marketing - a term that rules every industry. It’s the backbone of every product, service, event, content piece and a lot more. You just c...
Get the best from your smartphone with these 5 apps of 2017
September 21, 2017
Technology. The one word that drives me crazy. There’s always something new to explore. Something that excites and amazes one.
And mobile...
Impact of GST on Prints Publications
September 8, 2017
GST (Goods and Services Tax), as we know, has changed the way many businesses operate. A lot has been said, debated upon and written on its ...
Is it time for India to think beyond CBSE?
September 4, 2017
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about the schooling system in India?
For me, it’s the NCERT books and the...
Digital Publishing Or Print Publishing? Or A Mix?
August 31, 2017
"Digital publishing vs print publishing - what’s your take, Pranav?” This is a question someone asked me at a get-together recently.
Af...
All about upcoming events & exhibitions
August 14, 2017
Exhibitions are a great opportunity to connect and network with the industry you are a part of. It’s also a good way of keeping yourself u...
The UGER Model: What are we in for?
August 8, 2017
Evolving, promising and challenging – while these are the three definite words that describe the publishing industry, new trends and polic...
New Delhi World Book Fair: What’s Amiss?
July 24, 2017
Held for the last 45 years, the New Delhi World Book Fair (NDWBF) is now a major calendar event in the publishing world. With each passing y...
NCERT Vs Private books!
July 20, 2017
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) had recently directed all the CBSE-affiliated schools to follow Circular No: Acad-07/2017 wh...
Indian Book Fairs vs International Book Fairs
July 13, 2017
A reader’s journey doesn’t end with the book, but is an adventure that goes on towards oblivious paths in search of new horizons. The ul...
Does GST impact the pursuit of education?
July 5, 2017
Awaited by some, but not by many! The GST tax, which kicked off on July 1st 2017, has definitely caused ripples across the nation, some of w...
Top 10 Indian Authors You Should Know About
January 31, 2017
Today, while reading ‘The God of Small Things’ by Arundhati Roy, I realized that India is a storehouse of talent with amazing authors re...
My Travel list for 2017
January 13, 2017
2016 saw a boom in the tourism industry. With travel slowly becoming a lifestyle statement, more and more Indians are becoming evolved trave...
2017: What does it hold in store for the publishing industry?
January 13, 2017
2016 was an eventful year for the publishing industry. Self-published writers saw a growth, while the influence from Chinese Publishers resu...
Journals: A Gateway to Knowledge
January 4, 2017
Journals are not only a key source to meet all your knowledge needs, but also help you find answers to questions in countless ways. Journals...
Take on Demonetisation
November 8, 2016
Extraordinary circumstances demand extraordinary actions. If the situation has somehow meandered out of control, there is an urgent ...
Suggestions & Submissions made for the Copyright Act 1957
March 2, 2021
The copyright law introduced right after independence encourages artists, writers, authors, musicians to create their own exclusive pieces o...
STIP: Draft Science, Technology & Innovation Policy
February 22, 2021
Why I support the initiative, but most of the companies won’t…
It would not be so wrong to say that the newly drafted 5th Science, Te...