Wellknown writer Balakumaran passes away
Well-known writer Balakumaran passed away at a hospital in Alwarpet on May 15 at about noontime. He was a resident of Warren Road ( Bhaktavatsalam Road), Mylapore. Besides being a …
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S. V. Shekher FB post issue: two petitions filed in court
The issue involving actor-politician S V Shekher is taking many different turns. A city advocate has gone to court and filed a public interest litigation petition seeking a probe by …
Read MoreSale of saris, fabrics with legendary heritage at Alwarpet boutique
The silk fabrics woven in Mubharakpur are legendary. The weavers here have been practicing ancient handloom silk weaving techniques since the 14th century. Their trademark style is satin weave with zari …
Read MoreUG, PG courses in Natya at R. A. Puram college
The Department of Natya of Dr. MGR Janaki College of Arts & Science for Women is offering a five year integrated M.A course, which can be pursued either as B.A. Natya, …
Read MoreDiscourses at Sri Kapali Temple
P. Swaminathan will present his discourses at Sri Kapaleeswarar Temple, Mylapore. The discourses will take place 5:30pm onwards on May 17 and 19 on the topics ‘Nayanmars’ and ‘The greatness …
Read MoreLawns in Nageswara Rao Park; mixed reactions
There are mixed reactions to the ongoing project to lay lawns in key squares inside Nageswara Rao Park in Luz. Regular users of the park acknowledge that while lawns may …
Read MoreWomen steal the show at RAPRA’s quarterly meet
On April 22, several residents gathered at Wandering Artist at R. A. Puram to participate in the RAPRA’s (R. A. Puram Residents’ Association) quarterly meet and to discuss issues faced …
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Check out these events this week…
SHOPPING SUMMER COTTONS Wrap yourself in cottons this summer. Choose from block print bandhani and embroidered salwar sets (seen in the picture), skirts, tops and cholis. Sale is on till …
Read MoreHigh Court denies anticipatory bail to S. V. Shekher
The Madras High Court last week denied anticipatory bail to actor-politician S.Ve. Shekher. Shekher had gone to court seeking relief after he was criticised roundly for having shared a Facebook …
Read MoreSeminar on architecture: At Music Academy
Architect Balkrishna Doshi will be remembered at a seminar to be held to celebrate his contribution to the evolution of architecture in India. Topics such as the future of architecture, …
Read MoreBrahmotsavam at two local temples
Two temples in the neighbourhood will be conducting their annual brahmotsavam festival this coming week. -At Sri Velleeswarar Temple, the kodi yetram will take place on May 20 morning. The …
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Founder of Nandalala, Mathioli Saraswathy, passes away
Shri Mathioli Saraswathy, the founder of The Nandalala Trust at Ranga Road, Mylapore passed away on Wednesday, May 9, morning. Through her group of organisations, she planted the seed for …
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