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All hype and hoopla?
From cars to CDs, colas to coffee, cricket seems to be the buzzword. Even those who do not fancy the game have no choice but to jump on the World Cup bandwagon, writes ANAND PARTHASARATHY.
Personality
Bitter brew?
Kokilam Subbiah's vibrant novel "Thoorathup Pacchai" portrays the anger and angst of the indentured labourers in the tea plantations of Sri Lanka. A profile of the novelist who expresses her concerns through art and literature.


All set to go global
Avestha Gengraine Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore, which focusses on the theme of agriculture and wellness, has been listed as one of the 20 Indian companies to go global in the next decade. Meet its founder Villoo Morawala-Patell.
A taste for Tamil
IT IS not something you normally hear, while meeting foreigners. Hardly do they show genuine interest in learning an alien language, beyond a couple of words, if they happen to live among the majority that speaks it. But, Ayaka Miamoto's interest ...
Webware
Perfect guide to philately
The websites on philately offer a wealth of information on the subject that would be useful not just for novices but also for dealers and collectors.
Music
The mix-masters are back
There seems to be a sudden surge in popularity of re-mixed tracks. A review of some of the latest albums.
Green Notes
Painting the garden red
Plumbago capensis is an asset to any garden because it blooms almost continuously. The orangey-red flowers make a pretty picture.
Events
Seams beautiful
Daintily embroidered handkerchiefs and saris, cut work table linen, children's wear and a host of gift options are available at the Convent Embroidery Exhibition, on till tomorrow at the Little Flower Convent in the city.
Creativity to the fore
The `CavinKare Reality Show' launched by CavinKare and the Advertising Club of Madras is a unique contest for the advertising community to showcase its talent.
Entertainment
'Sole' satisfying
John Britto's dance company is presenting "Soul 2 Sole/ Feet 2 Feat — The Celebration", its annual dance event on February 19 at the Kamaraj Hall.
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