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Vinay Kamath
Titan: Inside India’s Most Successful Consumer Brand | Hachette

Titan is, perhaps, the first truly Indian aspirational brand to hit the post-liberalisation generation 30 years ago. Suddenly those in new areas like software, telecom, TV had a lot of money left at the end of the month. It wasn't exactly a Rolex or a Tag Heuer, but Titan was a giant leap over HMT.  Business writer Vinay Kamath tells the fascinating Titan story with verve and wit.

Bruno Macaes
Belt and Road  | Penguin

With infrastructure development and investments in almost 70 countries, China’s Belt and Road Initiative is the largest geopolitical project of our time. The economic powerhouse’s ambitions present threats as well as opportunities for other nations. Beijing-based Macaes engagingly explores the strategy’s achievements, sites of conflict and impact on global economic development.

Zorba Laloo, Joe & Dan Rea-Dickins
Meghalaya Rivers | Penguin

One of the wettest regions on earth, Meghalaya has captured the imagination and itineraries of adventure enthusiasts. This lavishly illustrated kayaking guide has comprehensive information on the state’s rivers, paddling routes and difficulty levels. For the less int­repid, there are engaging personal accounts, folk tales, travel tips and an overview of Meghalaya’s natural and cultural heritage.