Vignettes from India


A hoarding in memory of Kannada matinee idol Dr. Rajkumar (extreme right) on his death anniversary. But, look at the number of people in the banner. Top half comprises of ‘so called’ political leaders and the bottom half constitutes people who have financed this hoarding.


A temple pond in Kerala.


Southadka Mahaganapathi Temple near Dharmasthala offers a unique experience. The deity is out in the open and there is no formal structure for the temple. According to mythology, Lord Ganesh wanted to be nestled in a place without any bonds so that ordinary people could access him all thought the day and night. A lot of cows can be seen freely wandering around the place of worship.


The towering Bahubali’s statue is silhouetted against the backdrop of setting sun in Dharmasthala.


Love-struck people have devised novel ways to display affection for their beloved. Some enthusiastic ones have crafted their love messages on this bamboo tree at Cauvery Nisargadhama, a popular tourist hangout in Kodagu.


Thanks to potholes and cows on roads, driving in semi-urban areas is relatively safe these days!


Times of India Group is a master when it comes to taking digs at rivals. Their latest effort, Bangalore Mirror, a tabloid, has this ‘faff’ hoarding all over the city.

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