The plight of hunger is indescribable; enduring it is no easy feat. Yet, every effort to provide food to those in need is a noble deed, offering sustenance and hope to those facing adversity. Pagirndhu Unn (Community Fridge) has been serving the purpose. For seven years, Pagirndhu Unn (Community Fridge) at East Tambaram has stood as a testimony of success in the ongoing war against hunger, nourishing the needy and fostering unity within the community. Pagirndhu Unn, the community fridge at Bharathwajar Street at East Tambaram in Chennai began its journey in 2017. Pagirndhu Unn means “share and eat.” Since…

R. Nambiseshan, an 89-year-old athlete from Chennai, defies age by winning gold in the 1500-meter dash for the 85+ category. His secret lies in his discipline and unwavering determination. He started his athletic journey in school and has participated in over 1000 competitions. Even today, he maintains a strict routine, waking up at 4:15 am for a 5-kilometer walk. Nambiseshan believes that age is no barrier and encourages everyone to embrace a healthy lifestyle. His story is an inspiration for all, proving that anything is possible with dedication and hard work.

In the sacred precincts of Rameshwaram, anticipation reaches a crescendo as pilgrims and residents yearn for the restoration of train services to Mandapam, nestled on the mainland of India. The echoes of train whistles have been conspicuously absent for over an year, a period marked by the deliberate cessation of rail connectivity from the mainland. This hiatus, however, is not an arbitrary disruption but a strategic pause orchestrated to pave the way for progress. At the heart of this suspension lies the ambitious endeavour of constructing a new Pamban Bridge adjacent to its time-honoured predecessor. The old Pamban Bridge, an…