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Time’s up for HMT

Posted on September 15, 2014 by verghese

The iconic watchmaker HMT will no more keep time for the nation. During my school days, 10th standard examination time meant finally getting a wristwatch. The better if it was an HMT. Probably the first branded-conscious act of ours during those … Continue reading →

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Mars Touchdown, well almost!

Posted on September 15, 2014 by verghese

In abut two days’ time, India’s ambitious satellite Mangalyaan will finally settle down in the Mars orbit after almost a year of leaving Earth. Only a handful of select countries have ventured this far. I doff my hat to ISRO scientists who … Continue reading →

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3 more SUVs from M&M

Posted on September 12, 2014 by verghese

Launching of 3 more SUVs by M&M is welcome news. India’s SUV segment will now hot up with entries by M&M. The S101 is likely to give a run to Ecosport, Duster and other upcoming models. It will be interest … Continue reading →

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