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Approaching the IAS Main Exam

Like other competitive exams, this too requires careful preparation.




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‘Opportunities still exist in the software sector’




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Keep the past, protect the future

From the burial mask of King Tutankhamun to the hashtag on Instagram, history is all around us.




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The UPSC challenge

Several myths surround the UPSC examination, but here is what you need to do to succeed.




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Look for chinks in the armour

Why, while building an argument, it is not enough to search for evidence that supports our position.




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Ready to take on the world

IIT Madras joins the Hand-in-Hand Academy for Social Entrepreneurship to set up skill development programmes for women entrepreneurs from rural areas.




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The challenge of Economics

How prepared are you to face the CBSE exam on this application-oriented subject?




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Make the most of your mock tests

When you synchronise your mock paper attempts, the actual exam could turn out to be just another drill!




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Ask the CBSE

The Hindu In School ran this column every Wednesday through the month of February. In the last of the series today, we publish answers given by the CBSE to ten questions from students




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All you need to know about the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test

As NEET comes into effect, the validity of other exams — conducted by the State or a private medical college — has come under question.




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You can make the cut

Fashion industry is diverse and vast. How can you carve a niche for yourself?




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Being student-centric is the key

How can business schools fulfil the needs of different stakeholders and enhance the teaching-learning process?




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Acing the civil services exam

Proper planning and effective time management can help you crack the exam in the first attempt. Some tips.




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Make the most of internships

Competitive edge, high stipends and exposure… lucrative opportunities abound for students.




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'Don'ts' at the interview

There are pointers on what one must do while preparing for an interview. Here is what one should avoid.




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Bridge the skills gap

The employment landscape can be changed only by integrating skills with regular mainstream education in schools.




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Therapists for the mind

Psychology, a field with critical shortage of experts in India as well as all over the world, offers numerous specialisations to choose from.




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Like the rain that drenched everything

Sri Ramanuja’s compassion knew no distinction.



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An art haven like no other

As Chitrakala Parishath turns 50, Archana Nathan takes a look at its iconic journey as a vibrant institution in Bangalore, dedicated to the arts




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Restoring the Ariyakudi landmark

The 17th Century Venkatamudayan temple to get a new lease of life, writes S. Prabhu



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The calmness of Kamakura

The Kotoku-in temple for Buddha is known for its historical and architectural splendour, writes Lakshmi Venkatraman



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The songster’s journey to Tiruvaiyaru

Jagdish Koppa’s book on Bangalore Nagarathnamma is a detailed account of the musician and also the life of devadasis in South India




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The day to dive into the unknown

As Magdalene Aunty turns 91, it revives memories of glorious birthday celebrations by Mughal emperors




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Core of the compilation

Ramanuja’s ‘Vedartha Sangraha’ focuses on the Upanishads




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In the name of Kabir

Bhoomija’s evening of Kabir songs, Shabad Dhun Laagi was poignant




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He crawled all the way up

On how Ramanujar made Tirumala accessible to devotees.




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The spirit of Bengal

Probal Ray Choudhury, professor of culture education, on the tradition of Durga Puja.



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The seat of learning

Renovations are on at the Sowmyanarayana Perumal temple at Tirukoshtiyur, where Sri Ramanuja was initiated into Tirumandiram. S. Prabhu writes.



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JPL Gwynn: Smitten by the land and language

Remembering the British ICS officer whose love for Telugu language is well known.



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What the kings read

Jagyaseni Chatterjee walks through the Saraswati Mahal in Thanjavur to capture the magic of sepia-tinted books



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The magic of Lalgudi



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Vedic route to the past

Dr. Nagaswamy explores Tamil texts and traditions in his latest book, writes Pradeep Chakravarthy.



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The hands that go up

Better access now to sleeker versions (phones) with good cameras has led to intense competition.



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Lovely lotuses blossomed by the sun

Ramanuja’s interpretations of the Sanskrit verses proved that he had the potential of being a good commentator.



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The stage, his muse

Writer, director and composer Gopal Sharman leaves behind a legacy of creative work.




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The sheen of antiquity

The Annan Perumal temple near Sirgazhi gets a new look post consecration.



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Stories from the heart

Writer Balakumaran talks to Suganthy Krishnamachari about the diverse subjects of his novels and the joy in capturing human emotions.



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Kohinoor, the mountain of light

From its origin in the Deccan to its present location in the Tower of London, the Kohinoor has had a turbulent journey




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A sacred grove up the hill

Set in sylvan surroundings, the Yelagiri Thayar temple will soon get new additions, writes T.R. Sudha



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His life, for the young



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By the banks of three rivers

Chitra Ramaswamy sets out to check out the legend behind the Rajiv Lochan temple, Chattisgarh.



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Ramanuja’s revelation of the ‘secret mantra’

The compassionate saint was excited by the prospect of doing good for the people.




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The Capital confluence

The Indian Languages Festival launches its first documentation project to create a direct social connect with people




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Tracing the path of Saivite saints

It is a treasure of information as told by Mahaperiyava



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The defining period

Lakshmi Subramanian traced the history of cultural practices.



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In dialogue with the divine

A new book by photographer and author Tarun Chopra tells us how temples play a crucial role in social and cultural life




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On the banks of Pushkar



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The art of writing time

As part of the Madras Week, S. Anwar throws light on the chronograms etched in mosques across the city.




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The preceptor as patron of arts

Ramanuja made music and dance an integral part of worship at Srirangam.



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Desika's haven of peace on the other side of the cauvery

This year the Vedanta Desika festival will be celebrated on November 13 in Satyagalam, Karnataka.