Keladi chronicle Keladi, with its rich historical past and ancient monuments, exudes the charm so typical of Malnad. Meera Iyer recalls the history of the Keladi dynasty which ruled the region for over 250 years.
House of honour Poet laureate M Govinda Pai scaled dizzy heights in the field of Kannada language and literature. Now, plans are afoot to develop his house into a national memorial as a fitting tribute to the grand patriarch of Kannada literature. Rajesh Rai Chatla reports.
Dress in distress Young women of the Lambani community no longer want to don their traditional costume. If this trend
continues, then an interesting dress culture will be
lost forever, laments Lakshman Badami.
Water, at last! The success of Swajaladhara scheme, launched in Devatikoppa, has seen residents of the village heave a sigh of relief. Veerendra P M reports.
Mirror to history Tonnur, also known as Tondanur, is a place of considerable antiquity and historical importance, writes A V S Rao.
There are reports that suggest extension of the President's Rule in Karnataka. Is that a right move or should the elections be held sooner?
Readers were invited to express their opinion. Most felt that the polls should be held preferably in April or May, in the interest of democracy so that the BJP may be given a chance to form the government. Some readers said that the elections should be deferred as no party has a majority and another coalition government would be a big mistake.
