'We need not worry about the market. If we do the right things, the market will come around,' says economist Raja Chelliah.
Generally, elections in Tamil Nadu are like temple festivals -- there are lights, fireworks, music, dance and colourful people. But Election 2009 seems to be muted in the state.
Recession here is not as drastic as what you might see in the developed world because the hole that is dug is not that deep in countries like India; thus, they can recover much quicker, says S Somasegar.
Countries that adapt to change and are on the cutting edge of IT innovation will come out of the recession stronger than before. Any number of countries could emerge stronger but that's up to their governmental leadership and the strength of their IT industry.
For little orphans, who are inflicted with HIV+, life in itself is no less than an obstacle. But thanks to people like Dr Manorama, who has been selflessly working for their welfare for a more than a decade now, hope blooms in those insecure hearts. Rediff.com's Shobha Warrier visits Dr Manorama's newly created home for these little angels -- Ananda Illam.
'The entire town, Hindus, Muslims and Christians, my schoolteachers and the ustads from the madrasa were present to witness my arangettam.'
World champion Anand spoke exclusively from Sofia after beating Veselin Topalov 6.5 to 5.5 to retain the title he won in 2008.
'What is to prevent the speaker of the assembly finding somebody guilty and sentencing to death and immediately ordering execution through a warrant by the speaker?' asks The Hindu Editor-in-Chief N Ram.
Ajmal Amir shares her experienceand the biggest challenges she faced while shooting for Ko
Rediff.com's Shobha Warrier keeps up pace with India's oldest election candidate K R Gowri Amma, who has been campaigning vigorously in her 17th election
'The country must learn to sacrifice some rights to fight terror. While fighting terror, you cannot have the same freedom,' says intelligence specialist Colonel R Hariharan (retd).
A 22-year-old girl, born as an unpleasant surprise to her Tamil Brahmin mother and Thevar father, who later abandoned her, and who is now looked after by an NGO tells Shobha Warrier about two dreams she wished somebody could fulfil.
C K Ranganathan, chairman and managing director of Cavincare, talks about the current global economic crisis
'I don't think Karunanidhi's problem was power sharing. The CBI was closing in on the family. It was reported that the CBI was about to grill Kanimozhi," says political analayst Cho Ramaswamy.
'So, they have taken away the word Waqf from the Bill.' 'It will now be known as the UMEED Act.'
Everybody falls in love in his or her teens. So has Ravi, a 19-year-old AIDS patient. On the eve of World AIDS Day on December 1, Ravi shares his feelings with rediff.com's Shobha Warrier.
Karthi, who plays a double role in Siruthai, talks about his experience.
Janaki Viswanathan tells Shobha Warrier about her movie Om Obama.
Son of a police inspector father and a music teacher mother, Pradeep Kumar talks about how tough it is to get a foothold in the Carnatic music scene without a name to back.
S Sreedhar has given a dignified final farewell to 600 abandoned bodies in the past 24 years. Continuing our series on Extraordinary Indians.
'The noise that we are hearing is because the five big IT players are not hiring significantly.'
Director Rajeev Nath is sure his next film will create controversy.
Director Vijay talks about his upcoming film Madhrasapattinam.
'As long as the government does not want to let go of the public sector companies they will not get value for their shares and the companies will grow in such a competitive environment. It will be a national loss,' says G V Ramakrishna.
Sohan Roy on helming a Hollywood film in India.
'Political personalities use reservation as one more plank to catch votes. Their heart is not bleeding for the poor.'
An interview with Sadanand Menon, a close friend and confidant of dancer Chandralekha.
Part two of an exclusive interview with the MDMK leader.
Asin tells Shobha Warrier about her new Tamil film, life in Mumbai and her new films.
As A R Rahman received his Oscars at the 81st Annual Academy Awards, everyone back home was cheering -- including his older sister Reihana, who is the mother of budding music composer G V Prakash. She talks to Shobha Warrier about the excitement at home.
'The launch of Nila, our very first satellite was very emotional as well as nerve wracking. We tried to calm ourselves by cracking some poor jokes!'
Director Radhamohan talks about his beautiful film, out this Friday.
