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Self-help books promise clarity. They offer steps, rules, habits, and frameworks, often with the best intentions. But when you’re emotionally exhausted, grieving something unnamed, or quietly losing faith in your own resilience, advice can feel heavy. Being told how to fix yourself assumes you’re broken in the first place.Fiction works differently.It doesn’t point at your wounds. It sits beside them. Through characters who stumble, ache, love imperfectly, and survive without neat resolutions, fiction reminds us that pain is part of being human—not a personal failure. You don’t read fiction to be instructed. You read it to be understood.The following books are not old comfort classics you’ve already seen recommended everywhere. They are newer fiction titles—written for modern loneliness, quiet burnout, complicated relationships, and the emotional fatigue of simply existing today. These stories don’t try to heal you loudly. They heal you slowly, gently, and honestly.Five books for when you’re tired of being told how to heal1. Days at the Morisaki Bookshop by Satoshi YagisawaThis novel feels like a deep exhale.Set in a small second-hand bookshop in Tokyo, the story follows Takako, a young woman emotionally adrift after personal disappointment. With no dramatic turning points or forced optimism, the novel allows…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said the free trade pact with the European Union is for an ambitious India and urged manufacturers to benefit from new markets opening for them.Modi also said that the nation is coming out of long-term pending problems and working towards long-term solutions.The time has come to find solutions and not create hurdles, he said, adding his government is not confined to just files but ensuring the last-mile delivery of welfare schemes to the people."Our priority is always human-centric while taking steps for all-round development of the country," he told reporters in Parliament House complex in his customary briefing at the beginning of the Budget session.An India full of confidence has emerged as a ray of hope for the world, he added.Modi said the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the EU is for an ambitious India and urged manufacturers to benefit from new markets opening for them."A new market has opened up. It offers quality products to 27 EU member nations," he said in an appeal to manufacturers.India and the European Union on Tuesday announced the conclusion of negotiations for the FTA, described as 'mother of all deals', under which 93% of Indian shipments will…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

As the Indian startup ecosystem enters the first quarter of 2026, the air is thick with anticipation—and a healthy dose of caution. We are no longer in the era of "blitz scaling" or vanity metrics. If 2021 was a fever dream of liquidity, 2026 is the cold shower of reality. As we approach the Union Budget, the conversation among investors has shifted from "how fast can you grow?" to "how long can you last?" It is also true that many top-tier VCs are moving money from outside India with a conviction to stay long, i.e., more than 10 years in the case of deeptech and a few sectors, where the time needed to grow is long but can provide return multiples.This transition is defined by three fundamental shifts: deeper conviction, sharper focus, and stronger governance.Deeper conviction: Beyond the digital surfaceIn previous cycles, "conviction" was often just a fancy word for FOMO (Fear of Missing Out). Today, it has been redefined. Investors are moving away from the "copy-paste" models of the West and looking toward the "hard" problems of the Indian economy.True conviction in 2026 is found in the "un-sexy" sectors: supply chain logistics in Tier III cities, localised agricultural technology,…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Not every book that changes your life announces itself loudly. Some don’t come with hype, viral quotes, or thick spines. They arrive quietly—often unassuming and easy to underestimate. You pick them up thinking you’ll finish them in a day, maybe two. But long after you close the final page, something lingers. A sentence resurfaces during a difficult moment. A perspective shifts how you react to people. A truth settles in without demanding attention.Short books have a unique power. They don’t overwhelm you with information or try to impress you with complexity. Instead, they distill ideas—about identity, purpose, grief, ambition, faith, love—into their purest form. In a world of endless scrolling and shrinking attention spans, these books respect your time while still demanding your honesty.The books on this list are not old classics you’ve already seen everywhere. They are newer, modern works—written for today’s emotional realities, mental exhaustion, quiet ambition, and inner restlessness. Each of them can be read quickly. None of them leave you unchanged.Short books that quietly change how you see life1. Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanThis isn’t a productivity book in the usual sense. It’s an uncomfortably honest reflection on the fact that…  ​Read More​YourStory RSS Feed

Insurtech soonicorn Turtlemint has filed an updated draft red herring prospectus (UDRHP) with the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI)…

In a landmark decision underscoring passenger rights and institutional accountability, a district consumer disputes redressal commission in Basti, Uttar Pradesh, has directed Indian Railways to compensate a student with ₹9.10 lakh for missing her crucial entrance examination due to a delayed train. The judgment came after a prolonged seven-year legal battle that highlighted the impact of service lapses on an individual’s academic future. The Incident: Missed Exam and Lost Opportunity The case dates back to May 7, 2018, when Samriddhi, a resident of Basti district, was travelling to Lucknow to appear for her BSc Biotechnology entrance exam at Jai Narayan PG College. She boarded an intercity superfast train scheduled to reach Lucknow by 11 a.m., ensuring enough time to report at the exam centre by 12:30 p.m. However, the train was delayed by over two hours, causing her to arrive late and consequently missing the opportunity to sit for the exam despite having prepared rigorously for a year. Legal Battle and Court’s Decision Samriddhi, then 17, filed her complaint in the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission after initial notices to railway authorities, including the Railway Ministry and station superintendent, failed to prompt a satisfactory response. She had originally sought ₹20…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

Goa, one of India’s leading tourist destinations, is considering a ban on social media use for children, modeled after Australia’s recent restrictions, as worries rise about the mental health impact of online platforms in a country with over a billion internet users. India is a major market for technology companies like Meta, YouTube, and X, and is believed to have a large number of users under 18, yet there are currently no nationwide limits on social media access and no sign that the central government plans to introduce them. Goa Considers Social Media Ban for Children Over Mental Health Concerns Goa’s infotech minister, Rohan Khaunte, stated that state authorities are studying Australia’s law to understand 1how minors’ access to social media could be regulated. He told reporters, “If possible, (we will) implement a similar ban on children below 16 for usage of social media,” adding that further details would be provided later. Meanwhile, the southern state of Andhra Pradesh, home to more than 53 million people, has also announced that it is exploring comparable measures. In contrast, Goa is India’s smallest state by area, with an estimated population of just over 1.5 million. India’s IT ministry did not immediately comment…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

Over the past 11–12 years, Indian Railways has undergone significant modernization under the Modi government, including full track electrification and large-scale railway station redevelopment to improve passenger comfort and convenience. A major recent addition is India’s first Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, which runs between Howrah in West Bengal and Kamakhya in Assam. At present, meals served on this train are strictly vegetarian. Reports indicate that Eastern Railway plans to introduce non-vegetarian meal options soon. Eastern Railway to Introduce Non-Vegetarian Meal Options Soon The move to add non-vegetarian food was reportedly made after a request from the BJP’s West Bengal unit. According to The Telegraph, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar spoke with Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to request the inclusion of non-vegetarian meals on the Vande Bharat Sleeper Express. The Railway Minister assured that non-vegetarian options would be provided soon and that an official notification would be issued within two to three days. A formal decision has been taken to serve non-vegetarian food on the Howrah–Guwahati (Kamakhya) Vande Bharat Sleeper Express. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the sleeper version of the Vande Bharat train on January 17. Commercial operations of the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train began on January 22. Even before the…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

Etihad Rail is preparing to roll out the first stage of the UAE’s passenger train service in the next few months. Once the service begins, the passenger rail network is expected to become a key part of the country’s transportation system, improving travel links across all Emirates. Etihad Rail to Launch First Phase of UAE Passenger Trains, Transforming National Connectivity The new rail service aims to provide a secure and dependable travel option for citizens, residents, and tourists. Recently, Etihad Rail’s CEO Shadi Malak met Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the ruler’s representative in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafrah region, to update him on progress, including how ready the passenger stations are. The national passenger train network is officially planned to begin operations in 2026. Azza AlSuwaidi, Deputy CEO of Etihad Rail Mobility, highlighted the broader vision behind the project, stating: “Our preparations to launch passenger services across the national railway network in 2026 reflect the vision of our wise leadership to build an integrated transport ecosystem that supports the UAE’s economic and social fabric.” The passenger rail system will form the UAE’s first fully integrated national railway for passengers. It will link 11 cities and regions through strategically positioned…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups

A new Vande Bharat Sleeper service has started running between Howrah and Kamakhya, cutting down travel time and strengthening connectivity in the region. The currently operating Vande Bharat Sleeper train on this route is a semi-high-speed service made up of 16 coaches. Its coach composition includes 11 Third AC coaches, 4 Second AC coaches, and 1 First AC coach. Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Begins Service Between Howrah and Kamakhya, Reducing Travel Time and Boosting Regional Connectivity Indian Railways plans to introduce additional Vande Bharat Sleeper trains across more routes in the coming months. The Chennai-based Integral Coach Factory (ICF) will produce 50 new Vande Bharat Sleeper rakes with a larger 24-coach configuration. This manufacturing plan was confirmed by ICF General Manager U. Subba Rao during the 77th Republic Day celebrations at the M. Arun Sports Complex (ICF Stadium). Rao stated that key railway projects are moving forward as scheduled, including the 24-coach Vande Bharat Sleeper rake and Amrit Bharat Version 3.0. He said, “The Vande Bharat Sleeper Train, designed by ICF and manufactured at BEML, was flagged off by the Hon’ble Prime Minister on 17 January 2026 for service between Howrah and Kamakhya, offering world-class comfort, advanced safety systems and…  ​Read MoreBusiness Archives - Trak.in - Indian Business of Tech, Mobile & Startups