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Under the benign care of CaissaChennai seems to be blessed with a wealth of talent in the game of chess. The number of International Masters and Grand Masters hailing from the city bears testimony to this. On the victory trail For 17-year-old squash-player Vaidehi, winning an Asian Junior Championship Title and to be among the top few at the World Junior level are the goals.
IF YOU love music, then this one is for you. A one-day workshop is being conducted by Tim Arnold, Head of International Operations, the Associated Board, on April 25, 2.30 p.m., at the British Council, 737, Anna Salai. The Associated Board of ...
She has them in splits"I am not enamoured by the silver screen," declares Bhavana Balsaver. Sounds strange... coming from the daughter of an actress of yesteryear. But that's how Shubha Khote's talented "chip off the old block" is. Chirpy even at 10 p.m., Bhavana ...
`Time to challenge stereotypes'Woman's concerns must be addressed as human rights issues, says TMC leader Jayanthi Natrajan, who is now penning a book, "Why Women Want Power", scheduled for release in July. Blind or bold? Spitting is a common vice. But despite a law being enforced about spitting in public places, the practice continues... At a crossroads For standard XII students, it is a crucial year. There are many entrance examinations to face and career choices to make. But are they on the right track? Focussing on facts COME THE examination season and students in Chennai get busy with books, lessons and tuitions. They are also a worried lot for they are faced with making crucial career choices. And this is dependent on the performance in the examinations. Here ...
`Label' conscious?Bright shades, chic cuts and flowing fabrics... welcome to the world of Ritu Kumar's new sub-brand "The Label Collection" specially designed for the "young with a global lifestyle." Perfect for the sweltering summer, Label is very ...
Riveting replay of RamayanaThe Ramayana was once again brought alive on stage, when Lakhon Khaol, the dance drama of Cambodia, was performed recently in the city. A report.
Gripping, yet far-fetchedWHEN THE clock strikes nine at night, it is the title song of ``Alaigal'', telecast on Sun TV, that hits your ears. The song ``Sutrum Bhoomi Sutrum Varai'' is appealing, being fast-paced with a wonderful beat. The sylvan surroundings of the hill ...
Tantalising Thai festBenjarong, on TTK Road, has come up with an array of delicacies to celebrate the Thai New Year. The food festival is on till April 28.
A joyous experienceWITH MOST schools closed for summer, it is time to engage your children in some activity or the other. What better way than to send them to summer camps being held across the city. Here are some options... If your child has a creative bent of ... Learn to paint The Julius Macwan Institute is offering a two-month certificate course in drawing and painting. Aimed at 15 years and above, classes are held thrice a week in two sessions, morning (Mon, Tue, Wed 10-12 noon; Thu, Fri, Sat 7-9 a.m. and 10-12 a.m.) ... Himalayan trek Wildertrails Adventure Club is organising an expedition to the Sunderdhunga Glacier, via Devi Kund and Nag Kund, in the Himalayas. It will be totally self-sufficient, complete with mules and porters carrying the requisite camp materials. The trek ... Bow Wow Club Planet Yumm's Bow Wow Club is organising an eight-day camp at all the Planet Yumm outlets. Origami, pot painting, story telling, cookery, mask making... children can dabble in any of the arts. The camp is on from April 20 to 27, 10.30 a.m. to 12 ... Science and more Vriksha Exploratory Learning Center, Shenoy Nagar, will conduct parallel workshops for children aged three to six and six to 12, in association with Vidya Montessori School. While the older children can conduct science experiments, learn ... Activities galore Arts, crafts, story telling, games, pottery, candle making, first aid devices... children in the 5-13 age group can all these and more at Vibrant 2002. Two sessions are on anvil — the first on from April 22 to May 5 at Anna Nagar Ladies ... Towards AIDS awareness YRG CARE, a leading charitable organisation committed to reducing the impact of HIV/AIDS, is offering a free training programme for adolescents in the age group 14-19. The programme, "HIV Prevention: You Can Make A Difference" will simplify ...
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