Celebrating Deepavali As A Family — A Rewind

‘Koodi Vaaznthaal Kodi Nanmai’ is a popular Tamil saying. And those were the days when joint family system was in vogue with entire family members celebrating the festival of lights at their ancestral home in elan. They derived pleasure in celebrating it with their Thaatha, Paati, Appa, Amma, Periyappa, Periamma, Sithappa, Chithi. The list is endless. And the trend changed slowly and steadily with newly weds opting for ‘Thanikkudithanam’. And the joint family system disintegrated following nuclear families. However, my mind revolves around my native when I used to celebrate…

Nalli’s Latest Collection For Festival of Lights

Nine decade of heritage wrapped in six yards: Across the globe, Nalli is synonymous with rich pure Indian silks. A brand that originated in the temple town of Kancheepuram in Tamil Nadu, Nalli Silks is now a global name. And to generations of shoppers, this is simply where you go whenever there’s a wedding in the family. Established nine decades ago, Nalli, an icon of India has been a leader in the textile and retail business for over several decades. Shresta Collection: Come celebrate the spirit of the festive season…

All New SIP Abacus Program @ SB Colony Little Indians Academy

The all new SIP Abacus program is set to open at Saibaba Colony Little Indians Academy. In an increasingly technology-driven 21st century, for inquisitive kids where exploration is a key to fun and learning, Abacus has always been a popular choice among parents and children. Many tend to associate Abacus with just math, but SIP Abacus emphasizes that abacus learning is more than just arithmetic study. It is about stimulating brain functioning and helping the learner acquire skills in listening, grasping, memory, recollection and concentration. It is also about making…

Celebrate Deepavali With Cotton Zone

If you are looking for the best cotton wears in the city, then head straight to the exclusive Cotton zone. Located in the DB road, this exquisite store of 100% pure cotton sells variety of men wears ranging from t-shirts, vests, trousers and jeans. Along with easy to wear and comfortable leggings and night wears for ladies. With sizes starting from small to medium and XXL, the store is one of the premium stores that enables custom fit and slim fit readymade. Any formal or casual wear can be customized…

Fire Safety Mock Drill @ Arima Cyprus Oaks Apartment

Tamil Nadu Fire and Rescue Service, Coimbatore conducted a mock fire drill and safety programme in association with Arima Constructions at Arima Cyprus Oaks 10-storied residential apartment, Puliakulam, Coimbatore. The pre-Deepavali festive fire drill was launched and conducted by position office and crew of Tamil Nadu Divisional office of the fire and rescue services, Coimbatore. The programme was organized to impart awareness and training on ways to deal with fire contingencies to residents of Coimbatore. The demonstration featured fire extinguisher operation techniques, Fire & rescue methods, Fire hydrant operating methods,…

Sthaayi School of Theatre Arts To Stage Girish Karnad’s Play ‘Hayavadana’

Sthaayi School of Theatre Arts has set the stage to stage Girish Karnad’s play ‘Hayavadana’ in Coimbatore. According to Jayashree Murthy, who has been running the school for well over two and a half decade, the play will be staged during December 20 & 21 in the city. In this connection, artistes will be trained for the stage play from November 17 to 30 while play rehearsal will be held on December 1 and finally the play will be staged on December 20 and 21. An expert in theatre from…