As you sow, so you reap
Rain has eluded farmers in the State, especially in the Kolar region. As a consequence, produce of ragi, which is the chief crop of Kolar has plummeted. The shadow of drought looms large on the region....
View ArticleDusty Dambal? Think again!
Just another nondescript village in north Karnataka? Not quite, realises Meera Iyer, after she discovers the Someshwara temple, a 1,000-year-old Chalukyan shrine, and the dazzling Doddabasappa temple,...
View ArticleChannel surfing
Making good use of his powersCatch 'Ghost Rider' on Star Movies at 9 pm on October 23. In this movie, Johnny Blaze (played by Nicolas Cage) is a superstar motorcycle stunt rider.He makes a pact with...
View ArticleFilmi fundas
'Being from a film family helps'Alia Bhatt — touted to be tinsel town's next big thing — is riding high on the success of her latest film, 'Student of the Year', right now. The...
View ArticleA peek into another culture
Given the multicultural nature of the student community at Dayananda Sagar Institutions, the college always ensures that they respect and celebrate each one of them with full fervour. Nearly every...
View ArticleA dynamic display
Nothing brings out a festive air on campus quite like an ethnic day. Students go out of their way to throw on colourful saris, accessorise and turn up dressed in their very best. This is exactly what...
View ArticleQuick with all the answers
Recently, the 'Rural IT Quiz '12' was organised by the department of IT, BT, science and technology, government of Karnataka. It was held in partnership with Tata Consultancy Services at Chowdiah...
View ArticleA glimpse of celebration
Several devotees gathered to pay their respects to the idol of Goddess Durga, on the mahaashtami Pushpanjali at the 'Bengalee Association Durga Puja'. This is being held at the RBANM's Grounds, near...
View ArticleFor some plain talking
Stand-up comedians Anuvab Pal and Kunaal Roy Kapur had a hall full of people in splits of laughter during their performance in the City last weekend. Enjoying the evening over unlimited glasses of all...
View Article'His movies touched people's hearts'
To the world, Yash Chopra was known as the 'King of Romance' — the chiffon sari-clad actresses and the fascinating scenery of Switzerland are something most movie goers cannot forget. He was...
View ArticleTv talk
Who gets the queen?Watch 'Troy' on HBO at 5.55 pm on October 16. The film is set in the year 1250 BC. Paris (played by Orlando Bloom), the prince of Troy, falls in love with Helen (played by Diane...
View ArticleComprehensive evaluations
Having a balanced assessment system where formative assessment receives as much attention as summative evaluation is a step in the right direction, says Ravinarayan Chakrakodi.It is widely believed...
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Art workshopsBhoomi, the Centre for Art Studies, Bangalore, is conducting a series of art workshops. The objective is to provide theoretical knowledge in visual art along with the practical experience...
View ArticleTime travel via the internet
What do the pyramids of Giza in ancient Egypt have in common with protesters using Twitter in modern-day Cairo? How did the writings of Thomas Aquinas inspire a field that now uses the motion-capture...
View ArticleExercise your brain to improve memory
Do you have bad memory? Do you forget appointments, addresses, directions, names and a multitude of other things? Do you consistently misplace keys, spectacles, important papers …. even the...
View ArticleGood students can get aid
Dear Madam,I would like to pursue BE, ME and PhD in the US. Is it a good option to do a Baccalaureate programme? Is there any other place better than the US or UK for a BE in chemical engineering?Tarun...
View ArticleHigher qualifications for college teachers
The UGC expects teachers in higher educational institutions to be highly qualified. Therefore, it is becoming important to acquire a PhD to teach at the college and university levels, says Dr B...
View ArticleNominations open for Pearson teaching awards
Pearson, recently launched a programme to recognise teachers who are silently igniting the potential of future India in innovative and pathbreaking ways. With the intention of acknowledging the...
View ArticleSandwich courses: Enabling student employability
The UK is known for its sandwich courses which ensure better employability. At Sheffield Hallam University (SHU) the design of the courses are in conjunction with industry specialists —...
View ArticleStudent project: Solar water bottle
In what can be termed as a path breaking step to provide a cost effective, environment friendly and readily available source of illumination, Jaya Kumar, coordinator at the Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan,...
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