Get rid of that negative complex
Comparisons and peer pressure can adversely affect self-esteem. Alvina Clara gives you advice on getting rid of negative baggage.Young minds are vulnerable, especially during the student phase in life...
View ArticleNeeded: A medical education that serves society
While grandiose plans to start super speciality medical courses are being made, the government has forgotten the need for courses that will generate physicians to treat the common ailments of elderly...
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Taking down a bullyThe Ant Bully' is directed by John A Davis. In this movie, Lucas is new to town and has no friends. A neighbourhood bully torments Lucas and he is unable to fight back. A frustrated...
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'I'm thinking of marriage'It seems that Bollywood actress Sushmita Sen has marriage on her mind — in fact, she says it's her dream to have a lavish Christian-style wedding. "It is my...
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Excited about the festival
Gujarati patchwork lamps and chants of the Vishnu Sahastranamam greeted students and parents as they entered Maharani Lakshmi Ammani College at Malleswaram. The hustle and bustle on the campus was not...
View ArticleFor some practical experience
Many colleges have begun to organise industrial visits for their students — short trips where they can study the functioning of a particular company or factory. The latest to join this...
View ArticleA realistic glimpse of campus life
The life of a scientific research student was depicted in the form of an aptly-named play, Safar (journey), at Seva Sadan recently. Performed by the 'Header and Footer Club' of the Indian Institute of...
View ArticleThe lighter side at the forefront
Even hardworking students need a little time to unwind and have fun — which is exactly the purpose that 'Synapse 2012', the annual cultural fest of Dr B R Ambedkar Medical College, ended up...
View ArticleAll ears to good music
The fifth edition of the Bengaluru Sangeeth Utsav-2012 will be held from October 26 to 28 at the Chowdiah Memorial Hall. This will be a unique experience for connoisseurs of classical music and dance...
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DRAMA Romantic comedy WeMove Theatre is presenting, 'P. S. I don't love you', a romantic comedy, on November 1, 7.30 pm at Alliance Francaise. The play is based on a couple who plan to spoil their own...
View Article'There's no competition with Sajid'
They are both into filmmaking, but there's no room for rivalry between Sajid Khan and his sister Farah Khan. Instead, choreographer-turned-director Farah, who often directs dance sequences for Sajid,...
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'I'm an adrenaline junkie'
Ace Indian golfer Shiv Kapur was recently in town to play the 'Hero Indian Open 2012' tournament on the Karnataka Golf Association (KGA) course. Metrolife caught up with the man, who has been New...
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Concerns come out in the open
It's been more than a fortnight since the alleged rape of a 21-year-old student of National Law School of India University (NLSIU) happened on Bangalore University campus. The police have successfully...
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Famed Moscow park gets a makeoverA leading British architectural consultancy, LDA Design, has won an international tender to help develop the historic Gorky Park, the popular leisure area in downtown...
View ArticleBreathe life into your living room
We may get tired of our rooms since we look at them everyday. That is when other people's homes start looking way better than ours. But we can't shift whenever the mood strikes us. So, the key to be...
View ArticleSounds of silence
It is possible to combat noise in existing buildings or new constructions by way of sound-proofing or blocking. Elements such as walls, doors or floors can all be tweaked for acoustic insulation,...
View ArticleTime for some sparkle & sheen
Now that the festive season is here, consider sprucing up your garden. It could be the ideal setting for you to entertain friends and family. Surabhi Johri offers tips on how to bring some magic into...
View ArticleSofa so good
If a sofa is used in a formal living room, then straight, upright sofas look good. If the room is big, grander, ornate sofas could be used. For a more casual look, soft sofas with low arms and lots of...
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Second thoughts about marriageIn Socha Na Tha, Viren (played by Abhay Deol) and Aditi (played by Ayesha Takia) are introduced to each other as their families are keen that they get married. But Viren...
View ArticleA special song
Sameera Reddy will soon be seen in the song Kunda Khol in Prakash Jha's next flick and apparently, the actress is putting in everything she has to make sure it comes across as a once-in-a-lifetime...
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