Bill Koul

Bill Koul (aka Billu, Kuldeep Koul[1]) is an author, philosopher, columnist, editor and professional engineer.[2] Bill was born in Kashmir, India, where he lived until December 1989.[1] After initially working as an engineer in Malaysia for a few years, he migrated to Australia in 1997 where he continued to practice in his field of Geotechnical Engineering. He is a Fellow and Chartered Professional Engineer of Engineers Australia.[3]

Kuldeep Kumar Koul (aka Bill Koul)
BornAugust 1962
Srinagar, Kashmir, India
NationalityAustralian
OccupationAuthor / Engineer
Websitehttps://billkkoul.com

Published Works

In 2017, Bill released his first book, 'Issues white-anting India[4][5]' which provides the reader with an insight into the ongoing problems from the ground all the way to government level in his home country of India. His second publication that year, 'My life does not have to be unhappy[6]' is based upon the scientific studies and thoughts from various philosophers, the author's views on the concept of God, the validity of religion and the myth of love, as well as insights into the psychology of young people in the ever-stressful challenges faced on a day-to-day basis, and what we can do to help.

Bill released two more books including '22 Years[1][7]', which was debated on live Indian television on NewsX on 5 December 2017,[8] and his most controversial[9][10] publication to date, 'Does India need a Dictator[11]' which was released in September 2018. Bill made an appearance on Indian national news channel, NewsX on the popular segment 'Urban Hustle' on 16 December 2018[12] to discuss issues in India. Bill’s latest book, A Bouquet of Random Thoughts,[13] was released on 25 November 2019, at Jammu, India. His earlier book, Does India need a Dictator?, was also released in Jammu in the same book launch event. Bill was interviewed by State Times about his books on 25 November 2019.[14] Bill’s interview about his latest book was also published in The News Now on 17 December 2019.[15]

Bill’s latest book, published by Springer Nature in 2020, ‘The Exiled Pandits of Kashmir – Will they ever return home?’[16][17], raises and answers questions related to Kashmiri Pandits, their current relationship with Kashmiri Muslims, and real and potential issues regarding their return to Kashmir. It also provides an overview of the history of Kashmir and the culture of Kashmiri Pandits.

He also writes for Dainik Bhaskar (DB Post),[18] Daily Excelsior[19] and State Times (J & K).

Summary of Publications
  • A Bouquet of Random Thoughts [20]
  • Does India need a Dictator [21]
  • 22 Years [22]
  • My Life Does Not Have To Be Unhappy[23]
  • Issues White-anting India [24]
  • The Exiled Pandits of Kashmir – Will they ever return home? [25]}}

References
  1. "22 Years - A Kashmir Story by Bill k koul - markmybook.com". markmybook.com. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  2. "Board of Professional Engineers of Queensland" (PDF).
  3. "Engineering WA - February 2010". Issuu. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  4. gsp (18 December 2017). "Famous Books and Authors for Competitive Exams". GETSUCCESSPOINT® : Delhi's Best coaching for all types of competitive exams. Retrieved 29 January 2019.
  5. "Issues White - Anting India by Bill k koul - markmybook.com". markmybook.com. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  6. "My Life Does Not Have To Be Unhappy by Bill k koul - markmybook.com". markmybook.com. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  7. "'The Day of Exile'". Kashmir Life. 19 December 2018. Retrieved 29 January 2019.
  8. NewsX, Peace Debate: India's biggest influencers discuss the book '22 years: A Kashmir story', retrieved 23 January 2019
  9. "Ardross author Bill Koul hopes to 'stir the pot' with latest book about India". Community News Group. 19 September 2018. Retrieved 24 January 2019.
  10. Sason, Anurag (10 December 2018). "WATCH| Monday Talk: Uniform civil code is need of hour, says Bill Koul author of book 'Does India Need A Dictator'". Anurag Sason. Retrieved 24 January 2019.
  11. "Does India Need A Dictator: To rescue a sinking nation by Bill k koul - markmybook.com". markmybook.com. Retrieved 23 January 2019.
  12. NewsX, Australian writer Bill K Koul on Urban Hustle, retrieved 24 January 2019
  13. Daily excelsior, dated 27 November 2019, "2 books of Australian author released at MIER", https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/2-books-of-australian-author-released-at-mier/
  14. State Times, dated 25 November 2019, "Two books authored by Bill K Koul released at MIER on Monday", ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGhgWkyLsEI
  15. http://epaper.thenewsnow.co.in/archives.aspx?date1=12/17/2019&page=10
  16. https://www.springer.com/us/book/9789811565366
  17. https://www.foyles.co.uk/witem/history-politics/the-exiled-pandits-of-kashmir-will,bill-k-koul-9789811565366
  18. "Bill K Koul • Latest News, Top Stories & Analysis - DB POST". DBPOST. Retrieved 24 January 2019.
  19. Excelsior, Daily (13 January 2019). "People make and shape their politicians". Jammu Kashmir Latest News | Tourism | Breaking News J&K. Retrieved 24 January 2019.
  20. https://www.exoticindiaart.com/book/details/bouquet-of-random-thoughts-conversations-with-myself-NAU997/
  21. K Koul, Bill (2018). Does India need a Dictator. ISBN 9789386473332.
  22. K Koul, Bill (2018). 22 Years. ISBN 9789386473141.
  23. Koul, Bill (2017). My life does not have to be unhappy. Vista Publishing Pvt Ltd. ISBN 9789386473097.
  24. Koul, Bill (2017). Issues white-anting India. Vista Publishing Pvt Ltd. ISBN 9789386473134.
  25. Koul, Bill (2020). The Exiled Pandits of Kashmir – Will they ever return home?. Springer. ISBN 9789811565366.

Notes and references

"The call of home". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 29 July 2018.

Priya, M P Jesu (20 November 2017). "Oz writer Bill Koul launches 3 books in Chennai". News Today.

Srinivasan, Latha (20 November 2017). "Author Bill Koul launches three books in India". NewsX.

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"Anupam Kher Launches Book '22 Years A Kashmir', Written By Kashmiri Aussie Writer". News X World News TV. Retrieved 29 July 2018.

"It's time to read". Retrieved 29 July 2018.

"MIER organises Book launch function". 29 July 2018.

"Australian author Bill K Koul launches books at MIER". State Times. 6 December 2017. Retrieved 29 July 2018.

"Kashmiri Muslim youth, revisit your roots". Rediff News. 22 January 2018. Retrieved 29 July 2018.

"Books on Kashmir launched at MIER". 6 December 2017. Retrieved 29 July 2018.

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