http://www.thehindu.com/mp/ The internet edition of The Hindu, India's national newspaper en-us Copyright 2008 The Hindu Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/thehindu/hindux.gif http://www.thehindu.com/mp/ 468 50 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050520800.htm The topic for the next Voice Your Views column scheduled for September 3 is “Impact of lifestyle on health.” Send your responses before September 30 by post (The Hindu, Metroplus, 859/860, Anna Salai, Chennai-2) or email metro@thehindu.co.in Your responses should not exceed 100 words. Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050240100.htm (Bits and pieces from the reporters’ diary that did not make it to the main stories) Same old story How many questions can there possibly be when you are interviewing a celebrity? Every journalist ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050450800.htm The modern home is permanently on a standby, with electronic equipment “half turned on”, waiting to spring immediately to life when asked to. We still see staff leaving offices with the air conditioning units and computers on, even ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050460800.htm Elevators in apartments were considered a luxury. Now, they have become a way of life. Kids use the lift to reach their house on the first floor. On numerous occasions, I have also noticed the fans in the lift not switched off. We should ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050480800.htm According to me, we are still not fully aware of the energy crisis we are facing due to global warming. The hour long power cut has also been withdrawn, thanks to wind energy. While the Government makes policy decisions, we should reduce ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050490800.htm Energy conservation has become a sarkari slogan just like other austerity measures. We should make youngsters, friends and neighbours aware of the need to conserve energy. Government offices, where supposedly educated ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050500800.htm When purchasing appliances, consider both price and operating cost. Look for the ‘Energuide’ label. The lower the kwh displayed, the less electricity the appliance will consume. It’s also important to choose an appliance of ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050510800.htm People these days rely a lot on modern appliances be it for grinding, washing, cooking and more. This increases power consumption. In order to conserve electricity, people should try doing some of the routine work manually, once a week. Try ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050580800.htm The prime duty of every citizen is to realise the present crisis. Every individual must feel responsible. We must try and conserve power by avoiding unwanted consumption. We cannot hold a torch to light another person’s path without ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050630800.htm One can restrict his/her requirement of power to the minimum by switching off the TV and computer monitor when in stand-by mode. These small steps can help in a big way. P. Siva Chinnathambi Ashok ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050640800.htm Stringent laws should be enforced to punish those who ‘steal’ (pilfer) electricity. Jyothirllatha Girija, Anna Nagar ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050660800.htm How many of us have installed solar heaters at home or have bio-gas units? We are not taking enough steps to conserve energy or to use alternative energy sources. If a power cut prolongs for more than ten minutes, we are unable to bear with it ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050670800.htm It’s imperative to conserve power when storage levels at reservoirs and hydro-electric stations are dwindling. While every individual should inculcate the habit of switching off all electronic gadgets, when not in use, the electricity ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050320300.htm India’s third largest two-wheeler manufacturer, TVS Motor Company, has rolled out the one millionth TVS Scooty Pep from its Mysore plant. The first TVS Scooty, a 60cc two-stroke scooterette was rolled out in November 1993 and crossed its ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050650800.htm International known Joakim Roos was in the city recently with some hair raising styles and simple tips Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050550800.htm Using media and drama, learn how to be better parents Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050200100.htm Writer Kuzhali Manickavel on how it feels to finally see her short stories printed in India Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050230100.htm Sudhish Kamath is on the trail of the happening Suriya and finds out how he juggles home and studio Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050400500.htm After “Singh is Kinng”, Sonu Sood gets to show romantic shades in “Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi” Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050270200.htm It lacks spark and is not a great performer. But Volkswagen Jetta petrol does everything you want it to without complaint, says Shapur Kotwal Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050260200.htm Sports car performance and limo luxury in a single package — no one does it better than Bentley Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050280200.htm Car and bike questions? We have the answers Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050340300.htm People may come and go, but the London Taxi goes on… Wed, 20 Aug 2008 http://www.thehindu.com/mp/2008/08/20/stories/2008082050330300.htm This Deepavali, Maruti will launch its most important model since the Alto. In fact, this all-new mini car is the new Alto for global markets. This is the first time Suzuki will produce a car only in India for export around the world. Nissan ... Wed, 20 Aug 2008