On the grapevine: Of pills and bills

He is one of the leading patriarchs of Indian business. And he takes pride in the full life he has led, including in the bedroom. Even age could not come in the way of the wealthy tycoon and his pleasure.

Apparently, when his prowess dulled, he commissioned an aphrodisiac from China. Each pill cost nearly Rs 3,000. And he reportedly had them for years. The expense was barely felt. Hopefully, the effect of the pill was.