Auroville's monthly news magazine since 1988

Issue Nº387

Oct 2021 (48 months ago)
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Features

Four designs for the new Matrimandir gardens

In discussion with Aurosylle and Hemant Shekhar  —  Interview conducted by Alan

Artist’s impression of the Garden of Life

The Town Development Council on the Crown, mobility and participative planning

In discussion with Auroville Town Development Council (ATDC)  —  Interview conducted by Editors

The Outer Ring Road (brown circle) with four access roads is planned between the City area and the Greenbelt. The Crown Road and its four access radials are marked in yellow

Designing the city

In discussion with Prashant Hedao  —  Interview conducted by Alan and Lesley

Prashant

Supporting collective processes in a diverse community

In discussion with Elvira  —  Interview conducted by Lesley

1 Elvira

Couples in Corona time

In discussion with — Interview conducted by  Divya Lieser

Mathilde and Andrés and their baby

Serving Auroville

In discussion with Tatiana Sineeva  —  Interview conducted by Carel

Tatiana

Auroville’s innovations for better breathing

A deeper look — Reported by Lesley

1 Aire Masks

The speeds of Auroville

Notes — Written by Peter

Cartoon: Charudutta

Economic relief The Budget Coordination Group (BCC) has announced that self-supporting units, services and guesthouses can apply for economic relief grants to cover their fixed costs such as salaries, rent, electricity, internet and accounting charges...

Aadhar card required  The Working Committee informed all residents of Auroville that everyone, irrespective of nationality, is required to have an Aadhar Card and that henceforth, the Office of the Secretary will not process any requests from residents, newcomers, friends of Auroville and spouses of residents for validation of residence or visa recommendations without the reference of an Aadhar Card...

Auroville Art Library Kirtan and AV Art Service have started a website with an inventory of the artworks of Auroville artists that fellow Aurovilians can temporarily borrow, to enjoy their beauty, and decorate their homes, offices, and activities...

Ecological restoration of worked out mines Auroville Botanical Gardens has released a video on the ecological restoration of the depleted limestone mines of Ramco Cements in Pandalgudi, India...

Auronet postings – keep it civil The Auroville Council has informed the community that it is removing postings on Auronet – Auroville’s internal internet site – that contain disrespectful or insulting language to defame individuals or groups...

Inform about absence The Working Committee has stated that all residents and volunteers who will be out of Auroville for more than 2 months, even if traveling to other parts of India, need to inform the Residents’ Service so that current information about who is in and out of Auroville is always available...