Letters to Editor - The Hindu BusinessLineSENSEX 80,364.94 -61.52NIFTY 24,634.90 -19.80CRUDEOIL 5,630.00 -203.00GOLD 115,450.00+ 1,662.00SILVER 143,495.00+ 1,606.00SENSEX 80,364.94 -61.52NIFTY 24,634.90 -19.80NIFTY 24,634.90 -19.80CRUDEOIL 5,630.00 -203.00CRUDEOIL 5,630.00 -203.00GOLD 115,450.00+ 1,662.00'; } document.getElementById("lgdv").innerHTML = htmlElements; } function numberformat(i) { return Number(parseFloat(i).toFixed(2)).toLocaleString('en', { minimumFractionDigits: 2 }) } async function gatherResponse(response) { const { headers } = response; const contentType = headers.get('content-type') || ''; if (contentType.includes('application/json')) { return await response.json() } return response.text(); } function getWidth() { if (Math.max(document.body.scrollWidth,document.documentElement.scrollWidth,document.body.offsetWidth,document.documentElement.offsetWidth,document.documentElement.clientWidth) > 991) { document.getElementById("mob").style.display = "none"; document.getElementById("lgdv").style.display = "block"; } else { document.getElementById("mob").style.display = "block"; document.getElementById("lgdv").style.display = "none"; } } getWidth();]]>Updated - September 29, 2025 at 09:25 PM.AIR of yesteryearThe book review ‘You heard it on All India Radio’ (September 29), kindled sweet remembrances of yesteryear. The 1970s’ and 80s’ generations grew up listening to All India Radio (AIR) and Radio Ceylon, famously called ‘Ilangai Vanoli’. The major AIR stations in the pre-Vivid Bharathi era were very conservative in broadcasting film songs. There was a fortnightly publication by name Vanoli in Tamil carrying the scheduled programmes along with the name of the film and the song to be broadcast during ‘cine song’ hour.When AIR relaxed the commercial air timings during 1984-85, all major stations of AIR had their commercial ads during prime time. In those days, access to commercial broadcasts was restricted to Vivid Bharathi alone in select cities.With the onset of FM, radio stations broadcasting on AM and SW frequencies had become a thing of the past. The present day commercial FMs have become a major cacophony, unfortunately.RV BaskaranPuneRetaining bank depositorsThis refers to ‘Bank depositors say ‘Yeh dil maange more’ (September 29). Depositors are now focussing more on other avenues of investment as bank interest rates have been falling. Banks, therefore, have to step up their marketing strategies not only to retain the existing depositors but also bring new customers into their fold. This can be achieved only through personalised and prompt service.Katuri Durga Prasad RaoHyderabadManaging gatheringsThe horrific stampede at Karur during a TVK rally addressed by actor-turned-politician Vijay exposes yet again the chronic failures in managing mass gatherings. The causes remain tragically familiar — poor planning, inadequate communication, lack of crowd psychology awareness, and absence of swift damage-control. Political rallies across India often treat crowds as mere markers of popularity, overlooking basic safety protocols. But lives lost in pursuit of spectacle cannot be dismissed as collateral damage. From political campaigns to religious congregations and concerts, organisers must adopt a culture of vigilance and accountability.N Sadhasiva ReddyBengaluruNation buildersBusinessline Changemaker Awards truly deserve applause — both for the remarkable awardees who are transforming lives across defence, education, healthcare, agriculture, technology, and social empowerment, and for the organisers and sponsors.By honouring pioneers like DRDO, the Azim Premji Foundation, grassroots innovators and social catalysts, the awards not only celebrate individual excellence but also underline the urgent need for science, compassion, curiosity, and inclusivity in nation-building.SM JeevaChennaiCredit penetrationThis refers to ‘India’s ‘big’ bank ambitions can pose difficulties’ (September 29). Despite Jan Dhan accounts and the UPI, loan penetration is still wanting. Farmers need credit tied to crop cycles and direct transfer. MSMEs require invoice-based credit lines, gig workers portable accounts, and women community-linked banking via accessible nodal network. Regional banks and cooperatives will continue to anchor the last mile, while large banks and fintech handle scale and innovation.R NarayananNavi MumbaiPublished on September 29, 2025Sign into Unlock benefits!Access 10 free stories per monthAccess to comment on every storySign up/Manage to our newslettersGet notified by email for early preview to new features, discounts & offers${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }