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Panjim is not a city you simply visit - it is a city that lingers. In this evocative collection of fifteen short stories, Panjim unfolds through whispers rather than announcements - through rivers that remember empires, lanes that guard secrets, taverns that double as confessionals, and midnight streets where strangers briefly become mirrors. From the misty banks of the Mandovi to moonlit courtyards echoing with Fado, from carnival masks to quiet church steps, these stories explore the people, paradoxes, and pulse of Goa's capital. Widows and boatmen, bartenders and actors, teachers and taxi drivers - each carries a fragment of the city's soul, stitched together by longing, faith, humour, loss, and quiet hope. Written with lyrical depth, gentle wit, and profound emotional resonance, this book captures Panjim not as a postcard destination but as a living, breathing presence - a city that listens as much as it speaks. Part of the Heartbeats of India series, this volume is a tribute to places that shape us long after we leave them. If you love literary fiction rooted in place, nostalgia-rich storytelling, and soulful Indian narratives, this book will stay with you like salt on skin - subtle, enduring, unforgettable.

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A corporate leader who has successfully navigated the competitive Indian business landscape for over three decades, Rajesh Seshadri is a man of many hats. His journey from a grassroots position to the C-suite is a testament to his strategic leadership and professional growth. Beyond the boardroom, he is a dedicated coach, mentor, trainer, and therapist committed to unlocking human potential. His extensive career, reflected on his LinkedIn profile, showcases a leader who has held key positions, including Board Member and CFO for multinational companies. He has headed not just finance, but also human resources, shared services, operations, and IT, reflecting a holistic understanding of business. Academically, Rajesh is a Fellow Member of several professional finance and accounting institutes and holds dual Post Graduate Diplomas in Finance and Human Resource Management. His passion for helping people led him to gain certifications in clinical hypnotherapy, Gestalt therapy, and Silva Ultra. He is a Certified Leadership and Life Coach and a member of prestigious bodies like the American Psychological Association (APA), Association for Humanistic Psychology (AAH), and the All India Management Association (AIMA). A firm believer in the power of stories, Rajesh uses storytelling and metaphors in his coaching, training, and even in corporate discussions. His writing has evolved from technical subjects to non-fiction and now fiction. He is the author of several book series, including the ""Akhyayikas"" series of short stories, ""The Corporate Compass"" series, and ""The Heartbeats of India"" series. He is also working on developing a ""Sacred Dialogues"" series. Rajesh is also the founder of Nirmiti Nidra, a simple yet powerful technique to access the subconscious mind. This technique, which he has taught to over a thousand people, is designed to help individuals reach a meditative state effortlessly and is often offered for free to schools and institutions. His website and blog delve into a variety of topics, including mindfulness, psychology, leadership, and management. A lifelong learner, Rajesh resides in Mumbai with his wife and son.

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