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Reel life, real life star speak
Reality versus fantasy Two artists capture the beauty of two different worlds through their paintings
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Music on the move Xenos Technologies Ltd, a Pricol group company, has introduced plug and play enabled devices and a USB-based car audio system with FM. The X-Cite brand of card stereos comes at an invitation price of Rs. 4,990. You can now carry your ... VOICE YOUR VIEWS - WHAT CAN BE DONE TO ENSURE THAT PEOPLE FOLLOW TRAFFIC RULES? Educate the public Punishment is the only way out to rein in errant people, say readers Penalise heavily A motorist committing an offence should be penalised in two ways. Besides a fine, there should be mention of his offence in his driving license too. This way, there will be a record. Pratap Gokuldas R.S. Puram ... Stop and go The stop signal should be religiously observed. Because at times, traffic constables direct vehicles to proceed even when the signal is on, if vehicle movement is thin in the opposite direction. Also, the crowding of ‘free ... Maintain vigil Police personnel should either maintain strict vigil at important traffic points or carry out surprise checks. These will serve as a warning. And, the traffic police should be adequately trained in traffic rules. T. Kasi Viswanathan ... Check, and punish Two-wheelers, four-wheelers, and the drivers of public transport corporations should follow traffic signals. And, any overtaking on the wrong side should be penalised. Usha Rao Crosscut ... Follow safety measures As in the case of motorists and drivers, pedestrians who violate traffic rules should be penalised. Also, bus drivers should be asked to go about the city once a month in two-wheelers, so that they know what it is like to be at the ... Appreciation matters Law enforcing authorities should publish the photographs of irresponsible motorists in newspapers. Besides, why not reward those who abide by road rules? It will set a good precedent. B. Sripada Rajan NGGO ... Step up punishment Step up the amount of fine when a motorist or a four-wheeler fails to follow traffic rules. Authorities should also consider a ticketing mechanism, wherein along with the fine, the traffic offender would be issued a ticket. The more the number ... 
Impose fineStrict punishment is the only way to ensure adherence to traffic rules. The authorities can impose a fine or cancel the driving license of an errant driver. One should realise the value of human life and follow traffic rules. R. ... Approach schools Students, in turn, can take part in rallies and the like to take the message across to the public. K. Kiruthika Teacher, Kendriya Vidyalaya Meena ... Widen the roads A motorable road with separate lanes for heavy vehicles, light vehicles and two-wheelers is important. Adequate traffic lights should be provided. People should avoid using high-beam light and instead follow the dim-dip method while ... Make them aware Regular road shows and street theatre programmes should be conducted to about bring discipline among road users. Cameras should be installed at important junctions to monitor those who err. R.M. Palaniappan ...
Incredible Hunk!Hero Honda’s latest 150cc has been launched in direct competition to the Bajaj Pulsar. Rishad Coopertests the two bikes to see which emerges winner 
Battle of the little onesThe small car diesel segment is the most popular and competitive in India. We pit the Swift, Getz and Fusion diesels against one another to see which emerges on top Virtual mechanic Car and bike questions? We have the answers
Music for the soul Music makes children brainier and more agile
Food fest Pamper your taste buds with street food and desserts
Have a tale, will tell The past year saw a flood of debut authors, many of whom generated interest in readers. Read on to know more on the overall scenario in 2007
Galatta for a cause An evening of fun and frolic
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