Cruel Reflection Aggressive consumerism makes it difficult for people to not be swayed by the glamourous media
portrayals of svelte bodies. Earlier, a talented actor would not be out of work if he or she gained some weight. Today, this is unthinkable. Is a perceived negative body image the reason for the great increase in people suffering from eating disorders,
wonders Fatima Chowdhury.
I wanna do an Adnan! The multi-faceted singer does not know it yet, but he has gained quite a few fans after his weight loss - fans not of his singing but of his determination, says Rachna Bisht-Rawat.
Robotic surgeries: Boon or bane? Technology is revolutionising the medical field with the creation of robotic devices but robotic systems have their own disadvantages that prevent them from replacing surgeons.
Dark desires Confirmed dark chocoholics cannot even look at your ordinary sweet version. But dark chocolate is an acquired taste like no other, says Meera Iyer.
Branded: For her Branded clothes for women have arrived and how. All brands worth their names already have or are coming up with lines for the working women of today. Bindu Gopal Rao checks out whats in store this season.
There is a proposal to set up a commission for reorganisation of states. Is it desirable to have smaller states? We invite our readers to express their opinion in 100 words Responses may be sent to Deccan Herald, No 75, M G Road, Bangalore - 560001 or e-mail: editordh@deccanherald.co.in latest by 2 pm on Saturday. A selection of responses will be published in Sunday’s edition.
