Master strokes The master plan for the comprehensive
development of Hampi is ready for implementation. But, what does it mean to the future of this world
heritage site? And, how well has it been received by the people of Hampi? Satish Shile does a reality check.
Efficiency is the key The Aldur Gram Panchayat is actively involved in making Ashraya Yojana a beneficial scheme for the poor. Manohar N Kulkarni visits the beneficiaries and comes back impressed.
How green is the hotel? No generators, no air conditioning and no
television sets in rooms. Thats the Green Hotel
in Mysore, which is just different! Preethi Nagaraj reports on the hotels green commitment.
Dealing with the positive Treating HIV patients is no mean task and who knows this better than Anupama, the doctor who has been administering anti-retroviral drugs to deserving patients in Belgaum. L Subramani reports.
Spreading cheer, far & wide Aparanji, the Kannada humour monthly magazine, has been instrumental in spreading mirth with subtle jokes, puns and parodies since its inception 25 years ago. H N Ananda profiles the one-of-its-kind magazine.
Champions in sports other than cricket complain that Indian cricketers get disproportionate rewards as compared to them. Are they justified in complaining? Is the recognition of achievements related to the popularity of the game? Deccan Herald had invited its readers to send in their opinions. Most readers feel that cricket is over-glorified and its players are pampered at the cost of other sports. Others contend that cricket is the nation’s religion and the players certainly deserve the booty.