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Three steps to a more dignified Dasara
E R RAMACHANDRAN writes: Now that it’s almost zero hour for the Dasara cultural festivals, it’s worth remembering some points, which will go a long way in making it a …
An open letter to the Prime Minister
E.R. RAMACHANDRAN writes an open letter to the Prime Minister ** Dear Prime Minister Glad to know that you have started taking interest in sports. We wholeheartedly support your initiative …
An inflight announcement with a difference
Inflight announcements on airlines aren’t always truthful. What if they were, asks ROHIT K G from Dubai: *** GOOD morning, ladies and gentlemen. We are delighted to welcome you aboard Air-India, …
Is Mysore ready if disaster strikes during Dasara?
E R RAMACHANDRAN writes: Some of the aspects which need careful consideration during the Dasara Celebrations in Mysore, especially in view of recent happenings in Malegaon, Mumbai and other places: …
Nine (plus one) ways of identifying a US-returned techie in India
CHETAN KRISHNASWAMY writes: On dull weekends, Rajeshwari and I indulge in an engaging pastime. In hotels, parks, supermarkets… we eavesdrop on idle banter. Our score is high when it comes …
What happens if an insect falls into a cup of coffee?
What happens if an insect falls into a cup of coffee? ROHIT K.G. in Dubai has some answers. ** The American will get the insect out and drink the coffee. …
What on earth is this?
SRINIVAS BHASHYAM forwards a piece of post-modernism. What on earth is it? *** Two individuals proceeded towards the apex of a natural geological protruberance, the purpose of their expedition being …
What do they know of Mysore who only CCD know?
ARUN PADAKI forwards a piece he received from his cousin, which he suspects may have been scripted by somebody from SJCE. *** Mysore cannot be experienced in holidays or weekends. …
The commencement address Indra Nooyi made
E.R. RAMACHANDRAN forwards the transcript of the address given by Indra Nooyi, president and CFO of PepsiCo (PEP ), at the Columbia University Business School graduation ceremonies on May 15: …
PIA=Please Inform Allah. A-I=Already Informed
ROHIT K.G. writes from Dubai: Good morning, Ladies and Gentlemen. This is your captain welcoming you to Air-India. We apologize for the four-day delay in taking off, it was due to …
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