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Seestory: The disaster that became Chennai (and the recovery later)

Every year during November-December, the North – East monsoon would bring downpour in Coromandel Coast of south Indian states Tamil Nadu , Andhra Pradesh and the union territory of Puducherry. But this year, it was stronger, the credit goes to perfect storm that resulted out of meteorological conditions that formed in hottest ever Indian Ocean. […]

SPOTLIGHT: Events – Breeze 2K15 – Shiv Nadar University

The 5th edition of Breeze, Shiv Nadar University’s Annual Techno-Cultural-Sports Fest commenced on 22nd October 2015. The festive mood had begun a week before, with various pre-registration desks being organized. Announcement of online events such as Online quiz from the Quizzing Society “FACTION”, Digital Divide , a digital art event from Kalakirti, the art and […]

Shanmu Uncle: What happens to Ships entering Bermuda triangle ?

*FB Chat Sound* Ganesh sent me a link. Opened it. AND it read BERMUDA TRIANGLE: SHIP REAPPEARS 90 YEARS AFTER GOING MISSING. Phoned Shanmu Uncle. He told that he was about to call me for the same reason. Reminded me of one of our previous conversations. ———- “The very first problem of Bermuda triangle lies […]

InFocus : The Return of Maggi

The Return of Maggi. Nestle’s instant noodles “Maggi” has returned back to the stores after 5 months ban. Manufacturing commenced after the three laboratories certified by the National Accreditation Board for Test and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) declared on 4 November that the “newly manufactured” Maggi noodles were safe for consumption.While many feel relieved, there are few […]

InFocus : #SaveThamirabarani

The State Government of Tamilnadu had sold Thamirabarani River, the only perennial river that originates within Tamilnadu to PepsiCo at a lower cost. The river Thamirabarani originates from the famous Agasthyakoodam peak in Western Ghats. It flows through Tirunelveli and Tuticorin Districts of Tamilnadu and drains into Gulf of Mannar near Punnakkayal in Tuticorin District. […]