Author Krishna Prasanth Guttikonda

 In India, language is more than a tool for communication — it’s a statement of identity, pride, and belonging. Nowhere is this more evident than in Tamil Nadu, where Tamil is not just a language but an emotion. The Tamil script flows through centuries of poetry, philosophy, and political consciousness. It’s one of the oldest living languages in the world, and to its speakers, it represents a civilization that has thrived for thousands of years without needing validation from the North. And that’s why a simple statement — “Tamilians will not learn Hindi” — carries layers of history and meaning. It’s not about rebellion for the sake of rebellion. It’s about preserving cultural autonomy in a country that often forgets how vast and diverse it really is. The Language Question For decades, the question of whether Hindi should be India’s national language has been debated — often heatedly. Hindi speakers see it as a unifying force, while many in the southern and northeastern states se...

  krishna Prasanth Guttikonda 6 min read · Just now On Thursday, America woke up to one of those paradoxical days that define the nation’s current political and economic moment. The Commerce Department announced a major upward revision of second-quarter GDP growth — **a stunning 3.8% pace**. For most countries, that number would be a cause for unqualified celebration. Yet in Washington, rather than bask in economic resilience, the Trump administration threatened **mass federal firings** amid a looming government shutdown. At the same time, the president signed an executive order forcing **TikTok into U.S. ownership**, raising questions about how far the government will go to assert digital sovereignty. And far from the corridors of power, a tragic **shooting at an ICE facility in Dallas** left one detainee dead and two critically injured, underscoring the rising toll of political polarization. Each of these stories might stand alone in a different era. But taken together, they ill...

  https://amzn.to/4mwn5I5 A lost locket. A luminous lotus. A forgotten woman’s gaze across time. And a modern cartographer’s race to reclaim her family’s buried legacy. In the vibrant heart of present-day Vijayawada, India,  Anya Sharma  lives a quiet, orderly life surrounded by ancient maps and the steady hum of the old ceiling fan in her studio. Her days are shaped by the predictable flow of rivers on parchment and the crisp lines of long-forgotten city streets. But when a century-old, silver locket emerges from her late grandmother’s attic — concealing a faded photograph of an unknown woman holding an impossibly luminous, blue-violet lotus — Anya’s meticulously charted world begins to unravel. What begins as a casual curiosity quickly becomes an irresistible obsession. The photograph’s subject is nameless, its origins shrouded in silence, and the mysterious flower doesn’t exist in any known botanical record. Anya’s quest to unravel its secrets leads her through  V...

  https://amzn.to/4gkVLLi A world powered by song. A sacred magic corrupted. Can three unlikely heroes restore a fractured harmony before silence claims everything? Welcome to Aethel, a land where life itself flows from the Weave – a vibrant, living network of Aether that sustains all. For centuries, its delicate balance was maintained by the Archons, powerful Weavers who channeled its energies for the good of all. But a new era has dawned, one shrouded in the chilling grip of Archon Vesper, whose reign twists the Weave into a sterile, controlled force: the Shadow Weave. Under Vesper's tyrannical hand, the once-bountiful Aether becomes a weapon of suppression. Cities hum with a false, stifling order, while the wild places of Aethel wither, choked by parasitic blooms. Fear replaces faith, and the very song of the world is muted, replaced by Vesper’s dissonant hum. In the heart of this silenced world, hope flickers in the most unexpected of places: , a disgraced Architect of Resonanc...

  https://amzn.to/4mfIa9b Uncover the Heart of Connection in a World Obsessed with Code. In a bustling city where dating apps promise algorithmic perfection and fleeting connections reign supreme, Dr. Raina Gupta, a brilliant but disillusioned AI ethicist, finds herself at a crossroads. After the spectacular failure of her own data-driven matchmaking startup, SynapseMatch, Raina arrives at The Hearthstone Bureau – a charming, antiquated matchmaking agency run by the enigmatic Madame Zoya. Raina’s mission is clear: to expose Madame Zoya’s intuitive, 'old-world' methods as unscientific and replicate her success through a groundbreaking, purely logical algorithm. She believes love can be quantified, optimized, and delivered with cold, hard data. But The Hearthstone Bureau is unlike anything Raina has ever encountered. With its scent of ancient spices, its hushed, confidential rooms, and its deeply human approach, it challenges her every assumption. She quickly clashes with Arjun S...

  https://amzn.to/3Vdjq6I Uncover a lost blueprint for comprehensive human mastery and holistic living. What if ancient civilizations possessed a syllabus of excellence so vast, it encompassed every facet of human endeavor, from the most refined arts to the deepest sciences and the subtlest social graces? "The 64 Kalas" invites you on an extraordinary journey into the heart of ancient Indian civilization, revealing a remarkable inventory of accomplishments that shaped well-rounded individuals and thriving societies for millennia. More than mere skills, these "Kalas"—or "arts"—were cultivated disciplines, embodying a profound philosophy that intertwined personal development with a deep engagement with the world. This meticulously researched book delves into each of the 64 Kalas, illuminating their historical context, practical applications, and timeless significance. Explore a breathtaking spectrum of ancient expertise, including:  From mastering vocal musi...

  https://amzn.to/4mfFSXT Abbakka Chowta: The Epitome of Courage  is a historical biography that resurrects the awe-inspiring story of one of India’s earliest and fiercest anti-colonial warrior queens. With vivid detail and scholarly insight, Krishna Prasanth Guttikonda crafts a compelling narrative of resistance, resilience, and righteous rebellion against one of the most powerful empires of the 16th century—the Portuguese. Set against the rich backdrop of Tulu Nadu’s coastal landscape, the book begins with a comprehensive introduction to the Tuluva region, the matrilineal Chowta dynasty, and the bustling port town of Ullal, before diving deep into the life and legacy of Queen Abbakka Chowta. As the first known Indian woman to wage an organized naval war against European colonial forces, Abbakka's journey from royal daughter to defiant queen unfolds across decades of political intrigue, military strategy, and cultural preservation. Through meticulously researched chapters, th...