An epic tale called Saalumarada Thimmaka

Saalumarada Thimmakka (Pic: SH)

Rarely do we leave the world richer while dealing with an emptiness within.

A childless couple, instead of brooding over what life has not given, leaves behind a living green heritage this world had never heard of. Continue reading

Deepavali: silent diyas vs. deafening firecrackers

I read it recently that firecracker sales in India have dipped by 30-40%. One of the reasons is the rising manufacturing costs that have pushed prices by 25-30%.

Isn’t that hard to believe?   Continue reading