Poetry in sand Spectacular sand sculptures dotting the seashores of Udupi are a sight to behold! Manjunath Bhat
reports.
Prison notes If prisons are mute witnesses to history and narrate a million grim tales, the old prison records are a treasure trove and tucked in their musty pages are invaluable insights into the functioning of these institutions in the past. S T Ramesh leafs through the archives and stumbles upon a few interesting nuggets.
Losing sheen? Molakalmur sarees, known for their artistic designs
and aesthetic appeal, are fast losing their market to
popular players in the field. Satish Shile interacts
with the weavers.
Youve come a long way, baby! Bykere is no longer the remote village it was. Thanks to the efforts of one of its natives, the village has now seen development. B S Arun reports.
Mine Miseries Explosions rocking the verdant hills of Chandragutti in the name of quarrying are proving to be a cause for concern. Lakshman T Naik reports.
Molakalmur sarees, known for their artistic designs and aesthetic appeal, are fast losing their market to popular players in the field.
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