Kahani Humari Tumhari

This story highlights the bond between a man and his dog, Goldie. It reveals the complexities of human relationships and societal attitudes.यह कहानी एक व्यक्ति और उसके कुत्ते, गोल्डी, के गहरे भावनात्मक संबंध को दर्शाती है |You can share your comments with me at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comhttps://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen/dp/9334246219https://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae

This short story by Manav Kaul is from the collection Prem Kabootar. Walking through a jungle at night in the hills can be daunting for some - just like it is for the protagonist as he walks back from a village to his guest house. What happens when a local accompanies him?मानव कौल लिखित ये रोमांचक कहानी प्रेम कबूतर संग्रह का हिस्सा है. पहाड़ी इलाके में दिन ढलने के बाद जंगल पार करके जाना कितना भयावह हो सकता है?

Grandparents are the best! How many of you agree to this statement? They are the ones who pamper you the most. In this season titled "Sansmaran", I , Aarti Punjabi, have shared some stories from my life. Join me as I travel down the memory lane and share some snippets from the time I spent with my beloved Naani -my maternal grandmother. She was a friend and we have had amazing memories with her.  Do share your inputs and stories with me on aartimpunjabi@gmail.com

Have you ever realised that your cupboard is a reflection of your life? Well it certainly does tell a lot about your life ! Walk down the memory lane with Aarti Punjabi as she recounts the items in her mother`s cupboard and how it tells us a story about her life.  In this season-Sansmaran, which is like a memoir, I trace some events that will give you a glimpse of my life. These stories in Hinglish are vignettes and I hope they resonate with you. Do share your feedback at aartimpunjabi@gmail.com or drop a voice message on anchor.

Life comes a full circle for all of us. Sometimes it happens so seamlessly that we don`t even realise it. Have you ever felt that life has taken a turn and has now become a full circle for you ? Listen to my story Reverse Gear as I share my journey and tell you how life has gone in a reverse mode for me. In this Season titled Sansmaran, I, Aarti Punjabi, am sharing some stories from my life which I hope will resonate with you. These slice-of-life-stories in Hindi or rather Hinglish depict lives of ordinary people.  Share your feedback and connect with me on aartimpunjabi@gmail.com

Fathers hold a special place in our hearts and Father`s Day celebrates the bond we share with our Dads.. Join me as I share some precious memories of my Daddy that will surely take you down the memory lane and remind you of the time you have spent with your Dad. Season 2 is tilted Sansmaran- memoir and each episode is a part of my life. 

This story in Season 1 Ankahe Rishte is titled Mummyji. Sometimes we fail to recognize the intensity and depth of a relationship. Especially when we are biased about it. Mummyji is a story about one such relationship where a daughter-in-law struggles to understand her emotions for her mother-in-law. Do share your comments on aartimpunjabi@gmail.com

Relationships are complex and sometimes we do not even know how precious some of them are to us. The stories in this season look at some  relationships that are hard to define. This episode is a story about a bitter-sweet relationship between a house-help and the lady of the house. This season is titled Ankahe Rishtey and has stories in Hindi with a liberal peppering of English.

Some relationships are hard to define even though they are an integral part of our lives. Cheydi is the story of one such person who was an important part of my growing-up years.

This poignant Hindi short story explores love, sacrifice, freedom, and destiny. It is a timeless tale of human struggle and spiritual elevation.प्रेम, त्याग, स्वतंत्रता और नियति को तलाशती यह मानव संघर्ष और आध्यात्मिक उत्थान की एक कालजयी कथा है।Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast . You may share your thoughts and comments with me at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070aeThe link for the audiobook is https://a.co/d/1XgILMq

This is a humorous story about a woman who lives a highly disciplined and organised life.यह रोचक कहानी है, एक महिला के अत्यधिक अनुशासित और व्यवस्थित जीवन की।Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070aeThe link for the audiobook is https://a.co/d/1XgILMq

The story focuses on the narrator's desire for their families to connect, as they observe the neighbours' seemingly perfect life from a distance and reflects the growing distance, tension, and loneliness in modern relationships.इस कहानी में कथावाचक दूर से अपने पड़ोसी के घर को देखता और चाहता है कि उनके परिवारों के बीच संबंध बनें।यह कहानी आधुनिक जीवन में संबंधों में बढ़ती दूरी, तनाव और अकेलेपन को दर्शाती है|Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070aeThe link for the audiobook is https://a.co/d/1XgILMq

Cycle ki Sawari by Sudarshan is a funny, heartwarming tale about a man trying to learn how to ride a bicycle.साइकिल की सवारी एक मज़ेदार कहानी ऐसे व्यक्ति के बारे में है जो साइकिल चलाना नहीं जानता है, लेकिन अपने बेटे को साइकिल चलाते देख खुद सीखने का फैसला करता है |Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae

This story is a sharp satire on middle-class life, where kindness often hides quiet cruelty. A talkative mistress, while speaking of her own struggles, shares the story of her house-help Jagga and exposes her own indifference and exploitation. यह कहानी मध्यमवर्गीय परिवार पर एक व्यंग्य है। मालकिन अपनी मुश्किलों का रोना रोते-रोते अपने घर के नौकर जग्गा की बात छेड़ती है, और अनजाने ही अपने ही बेपरवाह रवैये और शोषण को सामने ला देती है।Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070aeAudiobookhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lalita-and-other-short-stories-aarti-punjabi/1147285935https://www.storytel.com/se/books/lalita-and-other-short-stories-the-unseen-women-of-india-11173412https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Aarti_Punjabi_Lalita_And_Other_Short_Stories?id=AQAAAEBKggXCXM

A poor clerk, Bholaram, arrives in Yamlok after his death, only for Chitragupta to discover that his ‘jeev’ is missing. This satire highlights how corruption and exploitation swallow up a person’s very existence. बाबू भोलाराम मृत्यु के यमलोक बाद पहुँचते हैं। लेकिन चित्रगुप्त यह देखकर हैरान रह जाते हैं कि उनका ‘जीव’ ही गायब है। इस व्यंग में परसाईजी ने दर्शाया है किस तरह भ्रष्टाचार और शोषण धीरे-धीरे किसी इंसान के अस्तित्व को निगल जाते हैं।Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070aeAudiobookhttps://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/lalita-and-other-short-stories-aarti-punjabi/1147285935https://www.storytel.com/se/books/lalita-and-other-short-stories-the-unseen-women-of-india-11173412https://play.google.com/store/audiobooks/details/Aarti_Punjabi_Lalita_And_Other_Short_Stories?id=AQAAAEBKggXCXM

This story takes us into the world of a young girl who observes how daughters are treated differently from sons. With wit and sharp humor, the story captures the subtle ways patriarchy shapes everyday family life.यह कहानी हमें एक ऐसी दुनिया में ले जाती है जहाँ एक छोटी लड़की देखती है कि बेटियों और बेटों के साथ कितना अलग व्यवहार किया जाता है। यह कहानी दिखाती है कि किस तरह पितृसत्ता रोज़मर्रा की पारिवारिक ज़िंदगी को प्रभावित करती है।Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae

What happens when a cat becomes the center of fear, guilt, and strange rituals? This story will take you into a world where superstition reigns supreme —and laughter reveals the truth.जब एक बिल्ली डर, अपराधबोध और अजीब रस्मों का कारण बन जाए तो क्या होता है ? ये कहानी आपको उस दुनिया में ले जाएगी जहाँ अंधविश्वास सिर चढ़कर बोलता है—और हँसी के बीच छुपा सच सामने आता है।"Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae 

This story explores love, duty, and social pressures between a father and son.इस कहानी में एक पिता और पुत्र के बीच प्रेम, कर्तव्य और सामाजिक दबावों को दर्शाया गया है|Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from- https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae 

This story critiques societal norms and explores the emotional complexities of human relationships.यह कहानी घर जमाई की स्थिति और उस पर होने वाले मनोवैज्ञानिक प्रभाव को उजागर करती है। Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments at aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae 

A poignant story about love, sacrifice, and duty.हिंदी साहित्य की कालजयी कहानियों में गिनी जाने वाली ये रचना प्रेम, त्याग, और कर्तव्य की कहानी है|Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast if you enjoy this story. You may share your comments on aartimpunjabi@gmail.comYou may buy my book, Lalita and Other Short Stories, from https://www.amazon.in/Lalita-Other-Short-Stories-Unseen-ebook/dp/B0DVZS8F8Zhttps://www.flipkart.com/lalita-other-short-stories-unseen-women-india/p/itma8ef7cbc070ae