Sitakund Waterfall and Lulung in Simlipal

Sitakund is known for its waterfall and Lulung for its vast serene forest patch beside the Palpala river. Legend has it that Sitakund was presided by Goddess Sita, the wife of Lord Rama, the avatar of Lord Vishnu who came to Earth to remove evil and re-establish Dharma (righteousness). Sitakund is one of the many …

An Excerpt from Sambitt’s book – “The Last War & Other Stories” from the main story “The Last war” – Chapter 2

An excerpt from Sambitt’s book “The Last War & Other Stories” The Last War – Chapter 2 Charulata was surrounded from all sides by the swordsmen on foot. They were all attempting to kill her. Charulata used her sword swiftly and was able to defend their fatal blows. However, every now and then, they were …

An excerpt from Sambitt’s book “The Last war & Other Stories” – Chapter 2

      An excerpt from Sambitt’s book “The Last war & Other Stories” “The Last War” Chapter 2 Near the great common bath, was a huge temple of Lord Shiva. The stone slabs were well carved with the stories of Shiva Purana, that sung the glories and the stories of Lord Shiva since the …

“The Last War & Other Stories” review in the online magazine “The Literature Today”

“The Last War & Other Stories” finds its review in the online literature magazine “The Literature Today”. Link to the article: http://theliteraturetoday.com/book-review-the-last-war-other-stories-theliteraturetoday/ Here is the review excerpt: Book Review – The Last War & Other Stories -Theliteraturetoday THE LAST WAR and other stories by author Sambit Daspatnaik. The artwork in the book is also by …

The Last War & Other Stories: A blend of Science Fiction and Mythology

I received a comprehensive review on my book “The Last War & Other Stories” on Amazon kindle and goodreads. A science fiction story in the background of the ancient Indian Mahabharata mythology. Probably that’s how I would sum it up as well. #Grateful. #Thankyou for taking the time to share the reviews. The book is now available worldwide …

The Holy Temple of Eula – Science Fiction story from my first book launch "The Last War & other stories"

Hari replied “This body is temporal. One day it completes its journey and tasks. The Master is always the same… only the body changes. It is the same fundamental across the universe.” Extract from my story “The Holy Temple of Eula” from my first science fiction book launch “The Last War and other stories”. Watch …