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SonaSPEED motors power NASA–ISRO synthetic aperture radar mission

Bengaluru/Salem: When the GSLV-F16 lifted off from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota on the evening of July 30, scores of researchers at the SonaSPEED laboratories in Salem ...

IBCN 2025: Celebrating the Chettiar legacy, powering youthful enterprise

Bengaluru: The International Business Conference of Nagarathars (IBCN), the biennial global gathering of the Chettiar business community, returns this year with a renewed focus on yout ...

The Sona Story: The Textile to Tech Journey of Chettiar Industrialist C. Valliappa

In an era when business leaders are often known for their unicorns and startups, The Sona Story by Chitra Narayanan chronicles the less-sung but extraordinary legacy of C. Valliappa&md ...

C Valliappa: A Chettiar who made Bengaluru home and history

‘The youngest old man’, ‘an inspirational leader’, and ‘a Chettiar who managed business and dharma with élan’ were among the encomiums shower ...

‘The Sona Story’ celebrates life, legacy of C. Valliappa

Salem: An audience of over 150 educationists, entrepreneurs, and well-wishers from the steel city Salem, as well as Coimbatore sat with rapt attention as C. Valliappa, the protagonist ...

Chicago, with its glittering riverfront, soaring towers, iconic bridges, and thriving art and culture scene, never ceases to amaze. Each visit reveals something new, yet also deepens a familiar affection — a city that grows on me every time I return.


Stylish, contemporary and luxurious with sprawling rooms and suites while being located not too far from downtown DC or the US capital's key attractions,  Hotel AKA Washington Circle in the vibrant Foggy Bottom/West End neighborhood is a revelation to me. 


Etihad’s new A321LR l ...

Etihad Airways has launched its new A321LR aircraft on all flights to and from Kolkata, introducing a refined travel experience on the popular Indian route.

Etihad Airways launches new ...

Etihad Airways is set to expand its global network with the addition of Damascus, the Syrian capital, as a new destination starting June 2026.

IndiGo, AEGEAN sign codesha ...

IndiGo and AEGEAN, the flag carrier of Greece, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a codeshare partnership. The agreement, which is subject to regulatory approvals, will enable both carriers to offer flights on each other’s networks.