A small step in the right direction
"The emission warranty is a pioneering step by the industry and reflects its pro-active approach towards emission management. As, we are moving full-steam ahead, our intention can translate into improved air quality only if there is a concerted effort by all the elements of the auto emission chain."

NGOs rally to promote education for all
Two unrelated NGOs working many miles apart were brought together by common intent recently. In Mumbai, the NAFRE, a parent body of NGOs working for education, organised a candlelight vigil on January 19.

Mitsubishi intends cutbacks in revamp
Mitsubishi Motors Corp is planning to drastically reduce the number of models in its lineup, eliminate about 8,000 jobs from its worldwide work force and shutter a Japanese factory, as part of broader restructuring by its controlling investor.

Small jewellers, big designs
Etched with feelings, hand-crafted pieces never to be repeated again, studded with sensuality and experimentation' is the way Mr Ajay Leekha, designer of Adamus brand of jewellery describes his work.

A visual wake-up call
Technological advances have their own momentum but both use and the path of development are determined by social and political conditions they are embedded in.

A sip of the best wines
Chile has become a kind of banana republic for wines. It produces large quantities of wines in the low price category yet the wines have great taste.

Her mother's daughter
Theatre actress and director Anahita Uberoi is using the sequel of her popular play Going Solo 1 to help rehabilitate victims of the Gujarat earthquake.

A self-made healer
Meet Master Choa Kok Sui, the self-proclaimed founder of modern day pranic healing. Now, in his late 80s, he still gleams with vigor and vitality.