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APTapping the sun: Rooftop solar set-ups are catching up
Rooftop solar units and mini power grids are beginning to grab the attention of house owners.»
The forest library
You’re reading by a balcony that faces a stream when you notice the squirrel. He is the red-bellied species, and sports a bushy tail that seems to have a life of its own. He darts between branches...»
Dangerous guests
A colony of termites can reduce big buildings to dust in no time, says Madhumita Srinivasan»
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June 14, 2013
5 green building blocks
Using green building material while constructing your home is the easiest way to make it sustainable. Here's a list of five products made of components that are renewable and environmentally respo...»
June 14, 2013
A place for the madding crowd
It was the summer of 2008. Barely past noon, I was already on my sixth glass of orange juice, freshly squeezed by the pushcart vendor. I was standing in the middle of Djemaa El-Fna – the his...»
June 14, 2013
Second line of defence
After identifying the mosquito’s modus operandi, we must now create effective strategies to protect ourselves. The first line of defence is obviously the insect screen that one can fix on all the...»
June 7, 2013
Industry welcomes Real Estate Bill
The Central Cabinet has approved the long-pending Real Estate Bill that seeks to regulate the hitherto unregulated housing sector in India. If enacted, it is expected to bring considerable relief t...»
May 31, 2013
Why build a huge sump?
What has a water storage sump got to do with an eco-friendly approach? If you think they are unrelated, you are in for a surprise. It is that grey area most house owners do not think about and buil...»
May 31, 2013
Just plane careless
Chennai’s new domestic terminal is making news for all the wrong reasons. It should have been the latest addition to the city’s growing list of world-class infrastructure facilities, but instead i...» 25 comments
May 31, 2013
Click and own
For anyone looking to buy a home in a different city or country, the opportunity to view the property or interact with the sellers becomes a challenge. To help overcome this is a website that offe...»
May 31, 2013
A hunter’s instincts
Our last article was on the dangers posed by chemical-based methods of controlling mosquitoes. But the key to protecting ourselves without harming the environment lies in understanding its behaviou...»
May 29, 2013
A citizen’s appeal
Dear Mr. Vishwanath,These are days of water shortage. The water level in Krishnarajasagar is at an all-time low. Water rationing is round the corner. Bangalore is well known for its o...» 3 comments
May 27, 2013
Your green thumb
A successful start makes all the difference to kitchen gardening. Growing greens can give you that crucial beginner’s high for a whole bunch of reasons. Greens are easy to grow. Greens grow very qu...» 1 comment
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June 14, 2013
Which Indian trees work best for Bonsai?
Apart from coconut and palm trees, you can make bonsais from any Indian tree. Preferably, choose a small-leaved tree as it adds to the miniaturised effect. The various ficus varieties, rain trees,...» 1 comment
June 14, 2013
The low-down on loans
Loans are of many types and are availed for many reasons. Banks also offer loans on rent receivables too if you own a property and particularly if you own a large property and are receiving a regu...»
June 7, 2013
Walled off?
As a society, are we building walls between us? Sociologists may respond positively analyzing how individuality is increasing, gadgets are enabling isolation or neighbors do not know each other. M...»
Hyderabad,June 7, 2013
Real estate sector set to be customer friendly
Transparency, uniform regulatory environment, interests of consumers protected and speedy adjudication of disputes. These, among others, are the features that go into the making of the Real Estate...»
May 31, 2013
Fuelling new ideas
Be it a household, apartment or a food court, kitchen waste and its accompanying disposal is a major problem to contend with. The waste is many a time left in the open, unattended, inviting unwelco...»
May 31, 2013
Some tile tales
Floored by choice Pick a tile that suits the room's function By designTiles are the most sought-after finish for walls and floors. They have a natural,...»
May 31, 2013
Money for makeovers
A house for many people is a style statement; they experiment with styles, designs and elevations. Sometimes, you buy a house in the early stages of your career that’s in line with your ea...»
May 31, 2013
Summer care
The plotAs the mercury continues to rise, it’s up to us to take care of the plants that adorn our garden. Here are a few simple ways to make sure they’re still thriving and receiving...»
May 28, 2013
Herb gardening at home
When we were kids, mum would shout out to us, to bring a stalk of celery (Apium graveolens var. dulce) growing in one of the pots in the garden, to add to the soup, or for some sprigs of curry lea...» 1 comment
May 27, 2013
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I have three daughters and the first two are married but were divorced due to mental instability, but they are healthy. My third daughter is working as a Professor and has a daughter. I have no...»
