Getting star-struck in Chennai
The Periyar Science and Technology Centre in Chennai that has the brilliant piece of technology, B M Birla Planetarium, has so much on show for knowledge-thirsty children and adults alike... more
Chennai museum is a world by itself
The Egmore Government Museum in Chennai, founded in 1851, is a treasure trove of information for students and those who are inclined artistically as it is filled with artefacts and art works... more
A plastic-free Vandalur zoo
The main reasons for banning plastics in Vandalur zoo, visited by thousands of people daily, are that they might end up in the stomach of the animals, and ruin the ecology... more
Roadlink runs with a mission
In order to capture the Indian market, Allan Reddy started a sister concern, Roadlink India, with its base at Bangalore, in Karnataka, with the able support of versatile Vasu Govindan... more
Travel credit cards from HDFC Bank
The formidable trio of ‘Regalia’, ‘Superia’ and ‘Platinum Edge’ cards, three premium cards from the bank, will offer the jet-setting global Indians a complete solution to all their travel needs from booking air tickets... more
Parisian Sojourn-6
- Versailles is called the envy of Europe for its opulent and imposing structure. It was the abode of some of the leaders of France who were responsible in shaping its destiny.... more
Parisian sojourn - 5
We have heard about the Pyramid of Giza, but there is one at the famous Louvre in Paris - The central courtyard of the Louvre is occupied by a pyramid of glass, says Usha... more
Parisian sojourn - 4
No one is able to pinpoint the one reason that draws thousands and thousands of art lovers to gaze for hours on end at the Mona Lisa painting in the Louvre, says Usha... more
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