THEME OR NO THEME? If you have a birthday coming up, here are some ideas to make it a really fun time. Heera Nawaz explains how...
On the tea trail Hema Anand takes us along on the long journey a tea leaf makes, from the shady slopes of a tea garden to a shelf in your mothers kitchen.
Salt and superstition Salt has the dubious distinction of seasoning not just food, but beliefs too. S Raghunath explains...
Flamboyant flame tree The Gulmohur is a deciduous tree that grows up to a height of 25 to 40 feet. The flowers are large and striking.
Four-legged braves George, a nine-year-old dog who bravely defended humans, joins the line of famous dogs who have made news by their incredible courage and loyalty.
Is the State Government justified in derecognising 2,215 primary schools which were teaching in English medium after obtaining permission for Kannada medium?
Over 3.5 lakh students are affected by the decision.
We invite our readers to express their opinion in 100 words.
The 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 of the newspaper.
