Music and dance review NaatanaHalli Chenna Keshavaiah (1895-1984) has composed jathi swara, varna, keerthane, jawali and thillanas in the pen name of keshava.
Art review Lilian Hasler is a mid-generation Swiss artist who does large, rough wood sculptures using chainsaw, conscious of being a woman confronts areas of masculinity delving into the mystery of human-animal hybrids.
Did Tamil Nadu act in haste in taking up the Hogenakal project in the Cauvery basin? Since it is supposed to be only a drinking water scheme, does it hurt Karnataka’s interests? DH had invited readers’ opinion on the issue.
Most believe that although the drinking water provision is legal, the current row is a manifestation of political interests in TN, and that Karnataka has been unfairly targeted. Some feel that as Hogenakal falls within the disputed territory, the problem should be resolved amicably without damaging public life in both states.
