An encyclopaedia on craft of India…
I just came across a link about “Handmade in India” It’s an amazing publication. You can check out this Handmade in India eBook at http://www.cohands.in/handmadepages/book0.asp
అన్నా, ఇది అమెరికా!
iPhone 4
Apple announced the iPhone 4 today. Many of you might have seen the pictures that were leaked to the gadget site gizmodo.com. The leaked pictures are indeed real. The phone looks like chiseled by Swiss watch makers. Hardware is impressive. And Apple once again raised the bar. Seriously you could hurt someone with this all […]
Telugu Bhasha Aavirbhaavamu
For several decades, a question has been lingering in my mind. It is about the chronological reconstruction of how Telugu language (not lipi) evolved, and I gave a title to that as ‘Telugu Bhasha Aavirbhaavamu.’ Of course, I haven’t come across any such piece so far. Infact, when I was an editorial board member for […]
Poll 3: Now, Will You Give, or Take?
In this tweak to the experiment, you get to keep all $10 and take up to $10 from the stranger. His/her decision to accept or not accept your offer is irrelevant on how much you get to keep. What would you do in this case? [ad#GoogleHalfBannerInline] QuestionsView Results What is the conclusion?
Poll 2: Now, How Much Will You Give to the Stranger?
Now we will change the parameters of the experiments in Poll 1: Here, also you are given $10. You can give some to a stranger, or negotiate with him/her to take $1 of his money and you get to keep all of the money. His/her response doesn’t matter. What will you do then? [ad#GoogleHalfBannerInline] QuestionsView […]
Poll 1: How Much of $10 Will You Offer to a Stranger?
You are given $10. You have to offer some of it to a stranger. If the stranger accepts your offer, he/she and you both get to keep the money. Otherwise, you will lose all of it. The stranger doesn’t know HOW MUCH you have, but knows that you will lose all of it, if the […]
“Out of box thinking” Indian commercial
Virgin mobile always had different strategy with their competitor in acquiring Indian market. Here is one of the impressive commercial…Out of box thinking…. Watch this video on YouTube
What Motivates Us? [Must Watch]
I teach Engineering Economics, which is essentially an introductory subject on infrastructure finance. One of the questions I routinely asked in this class was, “if you have unlimited amount of money and don’t have to worry about money, what would you do?” The single most popular answer was: “I will travel” Second most popular answer: […]
Gulf Oil Spill (PHOTOS): Animals In Peril
As the Gulf of Mexico oil spill continues to extend, concern is growing for the wildlife that stand in its path, especially since many of the coastal animals are currently in their reproductive seasons. Its really really sad and bad happening out there. [nggallery id=12] Click for more pictures from Huffingtonpost
Here’s the woman Mohan garu cannot stand!
I know Mohan Garu often talks about how he can’t stand Ayn Rand. Here is a glimpse of the lady who influenced millions around the word. I adore her!
Why do talented employees leave companies?
Largest studies undertaken by the Gallup Organization. Come to think of it. This is almost 100% true. Read below & find out the answer. Early this year, Arun, an old friend who is a senior software designer, got an offer from a prestigious international firm to work in its India operations developing specialized software. He […]
Recent DC and Virginia Visit Photos.
Had an opportunity to visit Virginia and DC for this Memorial Weekend. Couldn’t resist myself to shoot the following photos. [nggallery id=11]
How can Talking Aloud Help You Learn and Remember Better?
I’m around a lot of studying. When I walk through the lobby of the Psychology building at Texas, I often see a few students on benches reading over their notes. A trip to the library requires navigating a sea of students at tables and carrels deep in study. Then, when I go home, I have […]
One of the Best Creations of NTR
Few people talk about NTR’s direction. No other song has had as much influence on Telugu culture than this song from Sree Seethaa Raama Kalyaanam. This is one of the best picturizations I have ever seen.
Is there a Robin Hood in You?
Fiction writer Ayn Rand and economist Friedman have strong ideas about how the world should be. In Rand’s fictional world, Robinhood-like character is a villain and they have no place in the society. Is it, really? Do Robinhoods promote only laziness among masses? Greenspan, the crackpot and a great disciple of Rand has experimented in […]