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MEMORIES OF MADRAS
A tale of two cities
Writer Ashokamitran on a city that has shed its old character
Pets Care

Pet Pals

You can bring up your dogs on a healthy vegetarian diet. Dogs need to have a balanced diet that gives them all the nutrition they need. Many dog-owners accomplish this with a vegetarian diet, and their pets live long and healthy. Chinny ...
Columns

SHOWBITZ
On a roll

Arun Vijay is on cloud nine — his “Malai Malai”, directed by A. Venkatesh, is all set for release. Those who’ve watched the film are all praise for the young actor.

Says the actor: “The film’s ...


Second time lucky?

Screen siren Simran, who made her re-entry into Kollywood with “Seval” will soon be seen in the Sundar C starrer “Iyntham Padai”. Kushboo and Sundar C’s home production, the upcoming film is a family entertainer ...


ARE YOU IN FAVOUR OF DELHI HC'S DECISION TO DECRIMINALISE HOMOSEXUALITY? - VOICE YOUR VIEWS
Who defines morality?

A welcome decision. We cannot inflict pain on people for their personal preferences, including in sexual matters. To those who say that it will destroy the moral fabric of society, may I ask, who defines morality?

Rozat F ...


Mutual consent

At some point of time or the other, most of us would have been attracted to a person of the same sex as well as to a person of the opposite sex. It’s the degree of tenderness and emotional closeness that varies from person to person and ...


Bad precedent

Is this a sign of a country developing? Being a lawyer, I would have been glad had such a verdict been delivered on other serious matters. I would be lying if I said the judgment didn’t shock me. With great respect to those judges, I ...


Against our culture

The verdict of the Delhi High Court is shocking. It’s a bane to our culture and tradition. The youth will now have no moral fear while indulging in such acts. Doesn’t it make a nice picture when a man and woman get married, with ...


Right step

Section 377 had to go. It suppressed the dignity and freedom of expression.

Rosario

Chennai


Individual choice

Sex is a personal matter. So, the law will have to be amended if the sexual interests of some people have to be safeguarded.

Gurumoorthy K

...


Well begun...

This is not the end, but a beginning. It’s a step towards an egalitarian society. I am eagerly waiting for the day when LGBTs will have the right to marry and have progeny — either through surrogacy or adoption — to inherit ...


Love all

The decision validates loving relationships, and is in line with the policies of democratic nations around the world. Bravo!

Anandaroopa

...


Happy times

Now gays such as me can live a life of dignity and respect that we deserve.

Desmond

Chennai


Serious issues

There are more serious crimes such as paedophilia and prostitution that need to be looked into urgently. The verdict will only corrupt the minds of the younger generation.We can embrace western technologies but not their ...


Personal matter

Maybe the High Court’s decision to decriminalise homosexuality is to treat homosexuals like normal human beings. This is welcome, but it is not something to celebrate or publicise; just like heterosexualism, this should be a personal ...


Pandora’s box

This ruling will work against the institution of marriage, and may lead to the spread of sex-related diseases. The right to privacy cannot include the right to enjoy deviant sexual preferences. It also goes against the sentiments of all ...


THEY SAID IT
It’s your life

I am in favour of the decision. All human beings are free to decide who they want to love and /or have a relationship with. We see many people (including heterosexual couples) make bad choices; but that does not warrant a court decision on who ...
Wheels

Gets the pulse racing
The 2009 edition of Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTS-i looks the same but you cannot miss its extra power. Rishad Cooper gives a first-ride account


For a dynamic look
Honda Civic undergoes a mild makeover
Fazer is here
Yamaha adds a new name to its motorcycle range
Virtual mechanic
Car and bike questions? We have the answers
Autoquizzing
What type of carburettor is used in Bajaj Pulsar 220 DTSi (2009 version) to give it a performance boost? Answer to last week’s question:

Mahindra Scorpio Hybrid is a mix of petrol and ...


Auto quip

When I get real bored, I like to drive downtown and get a great parking spot, then sit in my car and count how many people ask me if I’m leaving.

Steven ...
MAN AND MACHINE
Revisiting the Vespa
Until 1970, Vespas were a common sight on Indian roads — Poigaiaalwar owns one of the last Vespas to come of the Bajaj Auto factory
Classic Audi style
Sportscar performance, diesel economy and a large boot, you won’t feel the need to complain about Audi A4 3.0 TDI
Here’s another option
Hyundai launches diesel version of i20
Good days ahead
General Motors emerges from bankruptcy
No direct benefits

The recently announced Budget for 2009-10 has not offered any direct benefits to the automotive industry, in terms of tax and duty cuts.

However, the Finance Minister has increased spending on road infrastructure, which should boost ...
Music

Beat Street

It is impossible to attempt to satisfy all his fans or ever do justice to this legendary musician with a single CD compilation. American musician, jazz pianist and crooner Nat King Cole, the Fifties man with the velvet, magical voice, is worth ...
Television

Glamour and lifestyle
Vh1 launches five new shows
Style

Summer High
“Weightlessness” is Anaka Narayanan’s buzzword this season. The designer talks about exploring a wider market and why textile crafts matter to her
Events

Brazil’s best
Watch a festival of films from Brazil


War and peace
Koothu-p-Pattarai presents “Arjunan Thabasu” from July 23 to 26
Canvas and a cause
Watch an exhibition of paintings on Ganesha
Get Progressive
The Unseen Underground Pub Fest III is a tribute to Opeth
Handlooms galore
Of dress materials, dupattas and furnishings



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