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Right moves and right mix
Director Sundar C. is enjoying his stint as an actor now, writes G. PRASAD
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Star birthdays
Birthdays of film stars have become a hot favourite on Tamil television channels. Last week, Vijay TV started a new programme, “Happy Birthday to You” (Thursday, 10 p.m.). It showcases the birthdays of celebs for the month and the ...


VOICE YOUR VIEWS: ENFORCEMENT OF TRAFFIC RULES
Unfair
Responses to this column have been overwhelming, as always. This week we welcome your views on ‘Removal of hoardings.’ Send in your responses (not exceeding 150 words) before September 18 to the Metroplus, The Hindu, 43-1B Bypass Road, Se nthanneerpuram, Tiruchirappalli -620 004, or trymetro@thehindu.co.in along with your passport size colour photograph in JPEG format.
Honesty

Even if traffic rules are strictly enforced, defaulters can get away by paying bribe. Also the police misuse their power to harass the public. Even police personnel violate traffic rules. Unless basic honesty is there, enforcement of any law ...


Implement

Traffic rules are meant for the welfare of the people but are rarely followed. A strict enforcement of rules is perhaps impossible. But an element of stringency is needed at all levels. Guilty drivers causing accident-related death of innocent ...


Safety

Traffic rules ought to be enforced for the safety of the public. Rules should be framed without causing inconvenience to anybody. There should not be any bias in enforcement. Some suggestions include prominent display of “No ...


Under check

Rash driving by car and two-wheeler drivers needs to be checked. That is why State Government’s decision to make wearing of helmets compulsory for all two- wheeler riders is a right move.

It may help in avoiding serious injuries. ...


Mess

Most cycle riders have neither bells nor brakes fixed to their vehicles. Moped riders do without lights. Auto-rickshaws seldom adhere to one-way traffic. There is an imperative need for stringent enforcement of traffic rules. Pedestrians cross ...


Helpful

Given the steady increase in accidents, the present Ordinance will hopefully help to regulate the traffic. But unfortunately both the Government and the public are not ready to implement or accept the Ordinance. If implemented, people feel ...
Beauty And Wellness

Are you breathing right?
We worry about erratic pulse rates and ECGs but not about the way we breathe


Ask Shahnaz
Beautician Shahnaz Hussain offers tips and answers queries. Send your queries to shahnaz_press@yahoo.co.in

I am thin. How can I put on some weight? — Don’t skip breakfast
Why is breakfast important? How can you plan a meal that’s enjoyable, convenient and healthful?
Profiles

Breaking free from dad’s shadows
Director John is passionate about good themes
Cinema

New look for Kapoor classics
Randhir Kapoor on the decision to digitise seven Raj Kapoor classics
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Swinging in her seventies
Asha Bhonsle turned 74 recently. Tracing her musical journey
Television

About ocean’s perfect predator
“Shark Week” on Discovery Channel
Travel

ROAD LESS TRAVELLED
On the sands of time
KAYALPATTINAM Once an important trade zone frequented by Greek, Roman and Arab merchants, it’s well-kept beach today attracts hordes of tourists, writes Soma Basu


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