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'They have lost their convictions as writers'
Kerala's famed writers are increasingly dabbling in politics. George Iype decides to find out why.
Toothless Tigers
Milan, an SSM, explodes as it is being examined by a high-level defence delegation. A similar fate befalls the SAM Trishul as it is being checked prior to a testfire. Yet, the DRDO, which develops indigenous missiles in India, insists there are no problems.
Walking Tall
Shaina N C selects women achievers to showcase her newest collection. A slideshow.
The Other Woman
Domestic bliss has ensured that home-based women entrepreneurs are successful at work. At the same time, it stops them becoming too successful as that would hurt the delicate balance of power in the family.
Target PMO
Today, intrigue and power games dominate the PMO. tehelka.com's damning expose of the sleaze in defence deals and the telecom controversy soon after has only aggravated matters, says Ramesh Menon.
The Agony and The Ecstasy
After a superbly evocative opening, Sudhir Kakar's Ecstasy flounders from one lecture to another, says Ashok Banker.
No longer God's Own Country
Kerala's Marxist-led state government and Mata Amritanandamayi join hands to set up India's first Holistic Health Village.
Nobody knows how much money has come to Gujarat!
'Anybody can create a fund or trust claiming to work for the Gujarat victims. Thousands of such funds and organisations are now around. It will be impossible for the income tax authorities to monitor what happened to the money, and if it was spent for the purpose it was collected.'
The Babas of Charar-e-Sharief
When they moved out after the devastating fire of 1995, Charar-e-Sharief lost its centuries-old tradition of warm hospitality. But who exactly are these Babas? Josy Joseph has the answer.
Is ISRO building a spy satellite?
Until now, ISRO genuinely did not have the wherewithal to facilitate aerial spying. After the next PSLV launch, though, that may no longer be the case, says M D Riti.
'Your involvement, Mr Clinton, has certain implications'
Sheela Bhatt cautions the former US president about the unique problems he will face during the Kutch rehabilitation process.
A Life Less Ordinary
Eighteen years ago, a careless bus driver changed the course of Jyoti Gupta's life. Her family, though, refused to give in to what Fate had ordained for her.
'Clinton ko sab kuch chalta hai'
'He is a joy to cook for. He is a good eater, he appreciates good food and is open to world cuisine.' Chef Hemant Oberoi is rhapsodic about the former American president.
The mysterious Bhavna Pandey
An 'alleged accomplice' at the time of her arrest in the B P Verma corruption case, she is now emerging as a central figure. And is increasingly being painted as a vicious person who would do anything for money.
The Oilzapper
If there is an oil spill near you, don't panic. There is now a bug that will eat up the oil.
'Sooni was everywhere, doing everything!'
This is the story of a 43-year-old mother of two who thought she lacked ambition. But she went on to write award-winning screeplays. And, at the moment, Sooni Taraporevala is busy scripting India's first IMAX movie, Taj Mahal!
Clinton wears a new turban
But will it fit? His foray into Kutch, says Sheela Bhatt, will test his avatar as concerned citizen of the world.
'No political party wants to upset the Church'
Religious equations are increasingly dictating political strategies for the forthcoming elections in Kerala.
'Death is not far away'
Rifat Jawaid describes the gruelling life of a miner.
'Our first priority is the tourists'
In a state where Constitutional guarantees have long lost their meaning, Kashmir's tourist police continue to make the Valley a more pleasant place for visitors.
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