The highly contagious but less deadly BA.2 sub-variant of Omicron has pushed the figures to greater highs in recent weeks in South Korea, China and Vietnam.

It helps one realise the value of soil and look at the sun with deep reverence

The decline started with the advent of photocopiers and word processors

‘Commentator curse’ and other reigning superstitions that fans have immense belief in

As the world became deafeningly silent during the lockdown, birdsong was the only solace

Lovers of the fruit go to any extent to get their fix

The writing stick has all but disappeared, flaunted only by a few sections

A cup of morning ‘South Indian coffee’ is the only pick-me-up than one needs

In conducting the feast and ceremonies, families spend as if there is no tommorow

When life’s imprints tumble out of closets and into oblivion

The cameras back then captured raw, real, and unadulterated images

In the early 1980s, local clubs in Mysuru used to conduct round-robin tournaments of the game

Growing older, pre-conceived notions make one more judgmental

Stay in tune with nature’s cycles and seasons as they teach us the lesson of patient waiting

Make the most of the silver years as it is the most relaxing phase of life

While cherishing memories, we also need to prepare ourselves for the present and future

A college tour to the picturesque destination breaks the ice

Antiquated stereotypes about the roles and responsibilities of women are a pain

Giving care and being cared for are essential for human well-being

Too many digital nannies are robbing us of the power of memory

The idioms in everyday usage display the creativity and punch of the tongues

It’s a Japanese tradition of viewing flowers in spring

An edge-of-the-seat drive through treacherous mountain roads

The dreaded blue screen can throw life out gear in the most unlikeliest of places