Kendrathil News

Vakkom report gathering dust

2011-10-21T12:58:00.000+05:30

Another fact-finding report of the Congress is gathering dust with the party yet to discuss the report of the Vakkom Purushothaman panel, set up by the KPCC to probe into the poor performance of the party in the last Assembly elections.
When other parties like the CPM and the CPI having already done a review of their performance during the election, the ruling Congress is yet to find out how it fell short at 38 as against the high expectations...read more... http://expressbuzz.com/states/kerala/vakkom-report-gathering-dust/325570.html

Kathakali Club demands withdrawal of brochure

2011-10-21T12:53:00.001+05:30

Expressing concern over the portrayal of the Vivek Vilasini’s picture that depicts a Kathakali artist as a muscle man in a loin cloth, in the brochure of Kochi-Muzirius Biennial,those associated with the Ernakulam Kathakali club said that the picture wounded the sentiments of Kathakali artists. They demanded the withdrawal of the brochure..... read more http://expressbuzz.com/cities/kochi/Kathakali-Club-demands-withdrawal-of-brochure/325575.html

Vulgar portrayal of Kathakali kicks up row

2011-10-20T17:51:00.001+05:30

The Kochi-Muziris Biennale brochure has kick started a controversy among the Kerala art world, with Kathakali artists and art lovers coming up against the vulgar portrayal of the traditional art form in it....http://expressbuzz.com/cities/kochi/vulgar-portrayal-of-kathakali-kicks-up-row/325188.html

M F Husain no more

2011-06-09T12:46:00.002+05:30

India`s most celebrated painter Maqbool Fida Husain died in a London hospital late Wednesday night, according to reports from U K.

He was 95 and had been unwell for quite some days.

Husain was in self-imposed exile since 2006 after Hindu groups threatened him for his paintings of Hindu deities. The controversy was related to his paintings of Hindu deities in the nude, which were originally painted in the 1970s, were interpreted as anti-Hindu. After eight legal cases and death threats in India, he was on a self imposed exile. He had been living in Dubai and London, and was offered citizenship by Qatar in January 2010. He had accepted the offer.

One of the world`s greatest masters, Husain`s paintings regularly fetched over 1 million dollars at auctions....more here...http://keralz.com/news/india/2011/june/jun2.html

Chandy is new Kerala CM

2011-05-18T14:08:00.001+05:30

Senior Congress leader Oommen Chandy was sworn in as the 21st Chief Minister of Kerala at an exciting function at Raj Bhavan here on May 18.

Governor R S Gavai administered the oath of office and secrecy to Chandy.

Leaders of six constituents of the United Democratic Front were also sworn in as ministers at the function.

Outgoing Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan and a number of his former ministerial

Colleagues were present at the function.

Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader P K Kunhalikutty, Kerala Congress (M) leader K M Mani, Socialist Janata (Democratic) leader K P Mohanan, Kerala Congress (Jacob) leader T M Jacob, KC (B) leader K B Ganesh Kumar and Revolutionary Socialist Party (Baby John) leader Shibu Baby John are the others were sworn in today...more.... http://keralz.com/news/kerala/2011/may/may4.html

Photo of Laden`s body not to be made public

2011-05-05T18:42:00.001+05:30

US President Barack Obama has said that the photos of killed Al Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden`s body would not be made public and stated that `` We don`t trot out this stuff as trophies``.

``We don't trot out this stuff as trophies. ... I think Americans and people around the world are glad that he is gone. But we don`t need to spike the football. ... would create some national security risk.``.. More here...

http://keralz.com/news/world/2011/may/may1.html

All-party delegation to meet PM on endosulfan

2011-04-20T14:46:00.001+05:30

An all-party delegation headed by State Health minister P K Sreemathy would meet Prime Minister Manmohan Singh in connection with the endosulfan issue.

Kerala will observe April 25, the day on which the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants begins in Geneva, as anti- Endosulfan Day, Chief Minister VS Achuthanandan told reporters after the cabinet meeting...read here...http://keralz.com/news/kerala/2011/apr/apr4.html

Uterus of 226 women removed

2011-04-20T14:42:00.000+05:30

Three private hospitals in Rajasthan`s Dausa district have removed the uterus of 226 women last year and earned about Rs 14,000 from each patient.

This was brought to light through a Right to Information by an NGO. These private hospitals were recognised for delivery under the government scheme `Janani Suraksha Yozna`.

In the wake of the report, the district administration has ordered an inquiry into the matter by a three-member committee...read here...http://keralz.com/news/india/2011/apr/apr3.html

Obama`s income drops

2011-04-20T14:38:00.000+05:30

The annual income of United States President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle dropped by more than two-thirds to 1.73 million dollars in 2010 as against 5.5 million dollar in 2009, the White House said.

The President and the First Lady filed their income tax returns jointly and reported an adjusted gross income of 1,728,096 dollars, The White House said. read more here...http://keralz.com/news/world/2011/apr/apr.html

At last V S Again

2011-03-18T15:37:00.001+05:30

In a repeat of the 2006, the Communist Part of India (Marxist) has been forced to give a party ticket to Kerala Chief Minister and CPI(M)stalwart V S Achuthanadan amid protest from grassroots workers and last minute intervention by the party politburo.

Achuthanandan would contest the Assembly elections from Malampuzha constituency, party state secretary Pinarayi Vijayan said here on Friday while announcing the candidates here.

When asked about the sudden change in party`s decision, Vijayan said, ``Achuthanandan has been contesting since 1967 so it is not a new thing. V S needs no one to plead his case``.

The CPI(M) state committee`s reported denial of seat to Achuthanandan on March 16 had triggered a widespread protest in Kerala, forcing the Party central leadership to hold an available politburo meeting at New Delhi this morning to discuss the crucial issue....more here...http://keralz.com/news/elections/el27.html

25 Lakh jobs in 5 years: LDF

2011-03-16T11:51:00.003+05:30

The ruling CPI(M) led Left Democratic Front,promising to Convert Kerala into a rapidly growing state in the country, pledges to continue with its developmental and welfare activities if voted to power in the April 13 Assembly elections.

The election Manifesto, which was released here on Monday, promises to generate 25 lakh jobs over five years. Of these, it promises to generate 10 lakh jobs in the unorganised sector, five lakhs in IT-BT sector and 50,000 in the government sector.

Veteran CPI(M) leader and Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan released the manifesto. CPI (M) state secretary Pinarayi Vijayan and LDF convenor Vaikom Viswan were present along with leaders of the constituent parties.

On getting a fresh mandate, the LDF says it would provide rice at Rs two a kilo for all families and raise the pension for the aged to Rs 1000.

The manifesto has come up with many sops for women and children and promises to make Kerala a 'woman friendly' state.

If voted to power, the LDF promises to implement welfare schemes such as maternity benefits for women in the unorganised sector, Free books, food and uniform for school children and welfare-cum-pension scheme for employees of places of worship of all religions...More here... http://keralz.com/news/elections/el23.html

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2011-03-03T13:44:00.002+05:30

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New revelations in Ice Cream sex Scandal

2011-02-01T20:00:00.000+05:30

K A Rauf, co-brother of Kunhalikutty, has come up with new revelations in the sensational Kozhikode Ice Cream Parlour sexscandal case, that Additional Advocate General KC Peter gave the money to Justice Narayana Kurup`s son-in-law to alter the ice creamparlour sex scandal case.

Addressing a press conference, Rauf said he was the prime witness to this dealing.

``I was sitting in the car when Kunhalikutty`s menwent to the office of Justice Kurup with the money, which was handed over to his nephew Sunny. Later I saw Sunny leaving the place with the bag containing money,'' he said.

Kunhalikutty influenced witnesses in Sex scandal case

2011-01-28T21:33:00.001+05:30

Former Kerala Minister and Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) state general secretary P K Kunhalikutty had influenced two main witnesses to escape from the sensational Kozhikode Ice cream Parlour Sex Scandal case in the 1990s, brother-in-law of Kunhalikutty K A Rauf said.

The two main witnesses, including Regina, who had accused Kunhalikutty of sexually assaulting her, were paid huge amounts of money and a house for changing her version in the affidavit, he said.

He also stated that Kunhalikutty`s name was initially mentioned at seven places in the affidavit accusing him of the assault, but later was changed after paying the money.

Rauf also said that Kunhalikutty had tried to eliminate IUML leader M K Muneer, who was heading India Vision channel, which telecast revelation of Regina.

Worst Sabarimala tragedy: 102 devotes killed in Stampede

2011-01-15T10:35:00.002+05:30

In the worst ever tragedy, 102 people were killed and scores injured, many of them seriously, in a stampede at a narrow forest stretch at Pullumede near Vandiperiyar, where thousands of devotees were returning after watching the celestial Makara Jyothi light, in this district on Friday night.

Most of the victims were from neighbouring Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, police said. But the exact toll is not yet known as more bodies were being recovered.

The tragedy occurred 50 km from the famed hill shrine Sabarimala when a jeep carrying devotees lost control and ploughed through the crowd, triggering a stampede at around 2015 hrs.

The Kerala government has declared a three-day state mourning in the wake of the worst tragedy that struck Sabarimala Pilgrims in which 102 devotees were killed.

`` It is unfortunate that such an accident had occurred. The state will observe a three day mourning,`` Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan told reporters here.

Stating that the government would provide all financial assistance to the family of those killed, he said the assistance would be decided at the cabinet meeting.

Mr Achuthanandan said Prime Minister Manmohan Singh had called him in the morning and expressed shock over the death of Sabarimala pilgrims.

Leader Karunakaran no more

2010-12-23T20:31:00.002+05:30

Veteran Congress leader and four time Kerala Chief Minister K Karunakaran died at a private hospital here Thursday.

The 93-year-old leader, who was admitted to the hospital for the past two weeks for treatment of severe breathing problem and fever, died at 1725 Hrs.

`` It is an end of an era. The leader has left us at 1725 hrs,`` Kerala Pradesh Congress president Ramesh Chennnithala said while confirming the death of the leader.

Family members, including son K Muraleedharan and daughter Padmaja Venugopal, were besides Mr Karunakaran when the end came.

The cremation would take place at Thrissur, where the leader’s wife has been cremated, Mr Chennithala said. The body would be laid at the KPCC office and the Senate Hall of the secretariat tomorrow before it would be taken to Thrissur tomorrow, he said.

Soon after the death was confirmed, Chief Minister V S Achuthanadan visited the hospital.

After remaining serious for several days, his condition had improved and was taken off ventilator on December 17. However, ventilator support resumed yesterday morning ater he suffered acute breathing trouble following a stroke.

IFFK

2010-12-11T15:45:00.003+05:30

A dance drama based on Malayalam poet O N V's poem Amma, staged by Kalamandalam at the Inaugural function of the International Film festival of Kerala.

IFFK

2010-12-11T15:43:00.003+05:30

A view of the spectacular crowd at the inauguration of the International Film festival of Kerala.

IFFK

2010-12-11T15:15:00.008+05:30

German filmmaker Werner Herzog, who received the Lifetime Achievement Award, speaking at the inauguration of the International Film festival of Kerala.

He said "it

is an amazing moment for me. I see great appreciation of the films

here. Then looking at the selection of films, I see that the entire

world is present here. It is a great honour to me recieve the

Lifetime Achievement Award."

yesteryear legend WaheedaRehman, who was the guest of honour, at the International Film Festival of Kerala addressing the gathering

Culture Minister M A Baby at the Inauguration of the International Film Festival of Kefrala

IFFK

2010-12-11T15:12:00.002+05:30

German filmmaker Werner Herzog, who got the Lifetime Achievement Award with yesteryear legend Waheeda

Rehman, who was the guest of honour at the International Film festival of Kerala.

IFFK

2010-12-11T14:57:00.004+05:30

The venue of the International Film Festival of Kerala, an internationally reputed film festival. More than 200films from India and across the globe will feature in the 15thInternational Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK

IFFK

2010-12-11T14:51:00.004+05:30

Kerala Culture Minister M A Baby with German filmmaker Werner Herzog, who received the Life Time Achievement award at the International Festival Of Kerala.

iffk

2010-12-11T14:49:00.003+05:30

The venue of the International Film Festival of Kerala, an internationally reputed film festival. More than 200 films from Indiaand across the globe will feature in the 15thInternational Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK)

IFFK

2010-12-11T14:37:00.003+05:30

A bird soaring the highs: This bird symbolises International Film Festival of Kerala, an international reputed film festival. More than 200 films from India and across the globe will feature in the 15th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK)

IFFK 15th edition sets off

2010-12-10T21:17:00.001+05:30

The 15th edition of the International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) was set off on Friday in an impressive way, which saw world known film makers, actors and politicians among others.

Kerala Chief minister V S Achuthanandan inaugurated the festival, in which he also conferred Lifetime Achievement Award to German filmmaker Werner Herzog. Jnanpith winner and Malapayalam poet and lyricist O N V Kurup was also honoured.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr Achuthanandan said the IFFK has succeeded in attracting attention of the international film world.

Kerala Culture Minister M A Baby presented a memento to yesteryear legend Waheeda Rehman, who was the guest of honour.

Receiving the Lifetime achievement award, Werner Herzog said it was an amazing moment in his life. `` I see great appreciation of the films here and moreover, I see that the entire world is present here after looking at the selection of films.`` more here.... http://keralz.com/news/entertainment/2010/iffk/iffk10.html

More US billionaires pledge to part wealth

2010-12-09T20:16:00.000+05:30

Seventeen more U S billionaires, including Facebook co-founders Mark Zuckerberg and Dustin Moskovitz, have pledged to part at least half their fortunes in a philanthropic campaign led by Warren Buffett and Bill Gates.

Apart from Zuckerberg and Moskovitz, AOL co-founder Steve Case, financier Carl Icahn, Morningstar Chief Executive Joe Mansueto, businessman Nicolas Berggruen and private investor Ted Forstmann were among the billionaires who took the pledge.

A total of 57 billionaires have now joined The Giving Pledge, a platform launched by Microsoft founder Gates and investor Buffett. More here... http://keralz.com/news/life/2010/dec/dec.html

IFFK gets underway tomorrow

2010-12-09T20:12:00.000+05:30

More than 200 films from India and across the globe will feature in the 15th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) that commences here tomorrow.

Kerala Chief minister V S Achuthanandan will inaugurate the festival in which German filmmaker Werner Herzog would be conferred the lifetime achievement award.

Iranian filmmaker Mohsen Abdolvahab’s ‘Please Do Not Disturb’ will be the inaugural film.

Films from Latin America, Asia and Africa would compete for the prestigious Rs. One million Suvarna Chakoram award (The Golden Crow Pheasant Award). The Last Summer of La Boyita (Julia Solomonoff), Wine (Diego Fried), Portraits in a sea of lies (Carlos Gaviria), Palerimanikyam Oru Paathira Kolapathakathinte Katha (Ranjith), T D Dasan Std. VI B (Mohan Raghavan) and Zephyr (Belma Bas) are among the competition films.. Read More here.. http://keralz.com/news/entertainment/2010/iffk/iffk9.html

Women`s voice to be heard at IFFK

2010-12-08T18:20:00.000+05:30

The repertoire of films made by women included in the Women’s Films section of the 15th IFFK comes is remarkable showcasing how women have chosen to play successful parts in film making.

Leni Riefenstahl`s Triumph of Will is a famous documentary made at the special request of Adolf Hitler. The film adores the Great Dictator with divinity and imparts him an evangelical quality.

Leni`s technical flair is revealed through her deft handling of the camera, use of telephoto lens and fresh approach to music and cinematography.

Meshes of the Afternoon by Maya Deren imparts an intriguing and yet charming feel through the use of recurring motifs coupled with interruptive images. more... http://keralz.com/news/entertainment/2010/iffk/iffk8.html

Job Scam: Wayanad collector suspended

2010-12-08T18:18:00.000+05:30

Wayanad District Collector T Bhaskaran has been suspended from the service in connection with the Public Service Commission Job scam.

The decision was taken at the Cabinet meeting held today.

Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan said Wayanad collector was removed from his job on the basis of Land Revenue Commissioner K R Muraleedharan`s report that stated that there was failure on the part of the collector.

A team under crime Branch ADGP Vincent M Paul would be constituted to investigate into the job scam, he said. The Vigilance department would probe corruption and scams related to the employees. More ... http://keralz.com/news/kerala/2010/dec/dec3.html

Main accused in Job scam surrenders

2010-12-08T15:55:00.000+05:30

Kochi: Abhilash S Pillai, the main accused in the job scam on Tuesday surrendered before the Ernakulam Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Court.

Abhilash is considered to be the mastermind behind the scam. Sooraj Krishna who acquired a job with the help of Abhilash too surrendered along with Abhilash. ...read more here http://keralz.com/news/kerala/2010/dec/dec1.html

LATIN AMERICA DOMINATE COMPETITION SECTION

2010-12-08T15:51:00.001+05:30

Latin American films dominate the Competitive Section, which is the most attractive part of the International Film Festival of Kerala. Among the 14 films, five films from Latin America are vying for the prestigious Rs. One million Suvarna Chakoram award (The Golden Crow Pheasant Award).

Apart from the five Latin American films, the films in the competition section includes two Malayalam films, one film each from Bengali, Hindi, Iranian, Korean, Arabic, Turkish and Egyptian are included.

The films from Latin America include The Last Summer of La Boyita (Julia Solomonoff), Wine (Diego Fried), Optical Illusions (Christian Jimenez), Portraits in a sea of lies (Carlos Gaviria) and A Day in Orange by (Alejandra Szeplaki).

The Last Summer tells the story of a pre-adolescent world and Wine deals with the encounter and disencounter between a man and a woman. The Optical Illusions is a satirical comedy that brings to the surface, pokes fun at our own assumptions of reality, and our own ways of looking at the world. The Portraits in a Sea of Lies gives the experiences of cousins merge with a portrait of Colombia, a country that has been in a civil war for the last sixty years ....More..http://keralz.com/news/entertainment/2010/iffk/iffk6.html

WikiLeaks founder Assange arrested

2010-12-08T15:49:00.000+05:30

London: WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was on Tuesday arrested by the British police after Sweden issued a warrant for his arrest over allegations of sex crimes.

Assange, whose WikiLeaks website has created a row over the release of secret US diplomatic cables, was arrested under a European Arrest Warrant. However, he has denied allegations that he had sexually assaulted two women in Sweden.

He is accused by the Swedish authorities of one count of unlawful coercion, two counts of sexual molestation and one count of rape, all alleged to have been committed in August 2010.

Ski Pole Buyers Guide

2010-12-08T15:46:00.000+05:30

When selecting ski poles, many things have to be considered. Factors like length, weight and grip has to be considered ahead of selecting the poles. Another factor that has to be considered is the snow type and the terrain.

Length of ski pole

The first thing one should have to look for while choosing a pole is its length. The length of ski poles can have great impact on the skiers. For choosing the correct length, one has to stand up straight with arms on the two sides. After turning the pole upside down, see if the grip contacts the ground and the elbows stand and ninety degree angle with the forearms. If this is so, then the length is perfect.

Grip

Before buying the pole, look whether the grip is perfect. Always wear gloves and hold the skies as it helps in a wise choice. It is an individual choice of the nylon strap and the plastic strap.

Work At Home; Which is The Best?

2010-11-26T11:53:00.000+05:30

There are various works at home options for making some extra money. When searching the net, one can come across numerous works at home options and it is really confusing as to which one to choose.

There are telecommuting jobs and home business opportunities that most persons are tempted to take up as they claim huge money. But most of the people dive into these works at home without evaluating the pros and cons of it.

When talking of the telecommuting jobs, it comes with several pros and cons. In Telecommuting jobs, you will have a steady paycheck, a work schedule and no responsibility as that of a home business. In case you are organised and efficient, telecommuting is best for you. When talking of the cons, you will have less freedom and flexibility when compared to your own home business. You are always under an employer and you would have to work according to his instructions. There are also chances that the business may slow down and you will have no work, which means no money. In terms of earning, you earn less when compared to your own home business. Read more here... http://www.bukisa.com/articles/403989_work-at-home-which-is-the-best

UNAIDS Report on HIV/AIDS

2010-11-24T22:23:00.001+05:30

An estimated 33.3 million people worldwide had the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) There were 26.2 million in 1999.
A estimated 1.8 million AIDS-related deaths around the world in 2009.
One in four AIDS deaths is caused by tuberculosis.
In 2009, there were 2.6 million new HIV infections, down from 3.1 million in 1999.
Around 370,000 children were born with HIV in 2009, bringing to 2.5 million the total number of children under 15 living with HIV. More here ... http://keralz.com/news/world/2010/nov/nov1.html

Nitish heads for landslide victory

2010-11-24T22:21:00.001+05:30

Nitish Kumar led JD(U)-BJP combine heads for a two-thirds landslide victory in Bihar in the assembly elections, crushing long-time foe Lalu Prasad and wiping out the Congress.

Serving a major blow to his opponents, Nitish Kumar's party JD(U) posted leads in maximum number of seats while its ally BJP also exhibited an impressve performance.

Riding on the developmental plank, the ruling alliance appears sweeping back to power with the JD(U) having a lead in 117 seats and its ally in 88 seats. The main opposition combine of RJD and LJP of Ram Vilas Paswan had leads in 17 and five seats respectively.... Read More Here ... http://keralz.com/news/india/2010/nov/nov.html

Andhra Pradesh CM Rosaiah resigns

2010-11-24T22:14:00.003+05:30

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister K Rosaiah on Wednesday quit the post on health grounds after he received the party high command's nod.

``I have decided to resign, I am submitting my resignation to the state Governor and I will request him to accept it immediately,`` Rosaiah announced at a press conference here.

He had taken over as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister on September 2, 2009, after the tragic death of Dr Y S Rajasekhara Reddy in a helicopter crash. Read more .... http://keralz.com/news/india/2010/nov/nov1.html

CPI(M) led Front suffers set back in Kerala polls

2010-10-27T22:25:00.000+05:30

The CPI(M) led Left Democratic Front in Kerala suffered a major set back in the three-tier local body elections with the Opposition Congress-led United Democratic Front surging ahead in both the urban and the local areas.

In a major blow to the LDF, the UDF wrested the Kochi Corporation after three long decades. The Left Front was also thrashed the UDF in Thrissur Corporation. In the last civic polls, the UDF had lost all the five corporations.

The LDF could only manage with Thiruvanathauram and Kollam corporations.

Of the 74 seats in Kochi Corporation, the UDF had got a clear majority, winning 47 seats. The LDF won in 23 while the BJP and independents won in two seats each. Out of the total 55 seats in Thrissur Corporation, the UDF made a clean sweep with 45 seats. The LDF had to be contended with just six seats and two seats each was won by the BJP and Independents.

It was a tight fight between the two fronts in Thiruvanathapuram, in which the Left front got 53 seats and the UDF 38 seats. The BJP has won in six seats while others won three seats. It was only in Kollam that the LDF had a comfortable win. They bagged 34 seats while the UDF got 19 seats. Two seats went to independent candidates.

Counting for the Kozhikode Corporation will be done Oct 31.

The UDF also had an upper hand in the municipalities. It won 39 of the Municipalities whereas the LDF got only 18 municipalities.

The LDF was behind the UDF in the District Panchayat, block Panchayat and grama panchayats.

In the last elections, the Left Democratic front was in power in 12 of 14 district panchayats, 33 of the 53 municipalities, 114 of 152 block panchayats and 688 of 984 gram panchayats.

Vishnunarayanan Namboodiri gets Vayalar award

2010-10-10T12:53:00.001+05:30

Poet Vishnunarayanan Namboodiri has won this year’s Vayalar Award for his collection of poems ``Charulatha``.

One of the prestigious literary awards in malayalam, the Vayalar Award carries a cash prize of Rs 25,000 and a bronze statue.

A jury consisting of M Thomas Mathew, K S Ravi Kumar and S V Venugopalan Nair had selected Charulatha for the award.

Swanthriyathey Kurichu Oru Geetham, Bhoomi Geethangal, Pranaya Geethangal, Mukhamevide, Ujjyiniyile Raapakalukal and Apharajitha are some of the important works of Mr Namboodiri.

He had also got Vallathol Award, Kendra Sahitya Akademi Award and Odakuzhal award.

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2010-10-06T16:18:00.000+05:30

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Women in 40s have good sex lives

2010-10-05T22:23:00.000+05:30

When talking of women and sex, it has been revealed that women who are in their 40s have better sex life.

The survey, conducted by the British Top Sante magazine, has said that women in their 40s have a better time in bed than at any other age of their life.

The magazine had come out with the report after surveying 2,000 women. It said that that women in their 40s were less self-conscious about their bodies, which made them more confident under the sheets.

More than 80 per cent of the women said they were now more adventurous with their partner than during their 20s.

The survey also says that 68 per cent of women in their 40s were fully aware of which love-making technique gave them the most pleasure.

Big B wins again

2010-09-18T09:09:00.000+05:30

Big B Amitab Batchan wins the third time the Best Actor award at the 57th National Film Awards. Bengali actress Ananya Chaterjee won the Best Actress award for `Aabo Hawa` and Rituparno Ghosh became the Best Director.

``Kutty Srank``, directed by Shaji N Karun got the awards for the Best National Feature Film, Best Cinematography (Anjali Shukla), Best Screenplay and Best Costume (Jayakumar).

Farooque Sheikh won the Best Supporting Male Actor Award for his performance in ``Lahore``. Arundhati Nag won the Best Supporting Female Actor Award for her performance in ``Paa``.

Malayalam film "Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja" won Best Film in Malayalam, Best Sound Designer (Resul Pookutty) and Best Background Score (Illayaraja).

Rupam Islam and Nilanjana Sarkar were adjudged the best male and Female Playback Singer awards.

Hindi film ``3 Idiots`` won the award for the Best Popular Film for wholesome entertainment and ``Delhi 6`` won the Nargis Dutt Award for the Best Film on National Integration.

Sanjay Chauhan got the Best Debut Director award for ``Lahore``. Shyam Benegal's ``Well done! Abba`` got the award for Best Film on Social Issues.

Local body elections in 2 phases

2010-09-14T12:11:00.000+05:30

The elections to the local bodies in Kerala will be conducted in two phases on October 23 and 25.

Announcing the decision, the state election commissioner said Thiruvananthapuram, Kollam, Pathanamthitta, Kozhikode, Wayanad, Kasargodu & Kannur districts would go to polls on October 23. Kottayam, Alapuzha, Palakkad, Thrissur, Idukki, Malappuram and Ernakulam districts will go to polls on October 25.

The model code of conduct came into effect as soon as the date of elections was announced. The official notification regarding elections would be published on September 27.

The Nominations would be accepted till October 4. The scrutiny of the nominations would take place on October 5 and the last date of withdrawal of nominations is October 7.

Counting of votes is scheduled for October 27. The new office bearers would assume office on November 1.

Elections would be held to 978 Grama Panchayats, 152 Block Panchayats, 14 District Panchayats, 59 Municipalities and five corporations. Mattanoor municipality would not go for polls as the term of office of the governing body would end only on 2011.

Virginity behind 106 long years

2010-09-14T12:09:00.000+05:30

A woman living in Edinburgh who turned 106 thinks that her virginity is the reason behind her long life.

Isa Blyth has never been kissed and attributes her strong will to being single, the media reported.

"I'm not sure if anyone ever tried it on - but they never got anywhere! She says she never felt the need for romance and never had time for a man. She never had time to be sad. She's an amazing character. You wouldn't believe she is106," the Sun quoted the lady's niece, Sheena Campbell, as saying.

Isa born in 1904 kept busy by going to flower club and church."I think she was also a bit of a maiden lady as she was the first-born and acted as a head with her six brothers and sisters," the Sun quoted the niece.

Maudani arrested in Bangalore blast case

2010-08-17T16:46:00.001+05:30

After days of suspense, the Karnataka Police arrested People's Democratic Party Chairman Abdul Naser Madani, who is an accused in the Bangalore blast case.

The arrest was made as Maudani was leaving Anwarssery, where he was camping, to surrender at a court.

The arrest comes minutes after Maudani stated that he was going to surrender before the Judiciary. At a press conference minutes before his arrest, Maudani stated that he was gong to surrender before the court after the afternoon Namaz. He also said that if the police wanted to arrest him in between, they could do that. Though Maudani was ready for surrendering, the Karnataka police had insisted to arrest the Karnataka High Court rejected his anticipatory bail plea.

Maudani also reiterated that he was not involved in any conspiracy in the Bangalore Blasts. Stating that the charges leveled against him were because of a high level conspiracy, he said he was aware more charges would be framed against him to trap him.

He was listed as an accused in the Bangalore blasts, allegedly based on the statements given to police by T Nazeer, a key accused in the case. Karnataka High Court had last week rejected Madhani's anticipatory bail plea.

British women prefer clothes engaging in Sex

2010-07-30T16:28:00.001+05:30

Almost half of British women prefer to keep their clothes on during sex, a survey has said.

The survey says that about 48 per cent of women prefer not to bare it all in bed, leaving on at least one garment. The results showed that 61 per cent of women claimed to prefer sex with the lights off, compared with just 37 per cent of men.

This research really unveils how large clothes play a role when it comes to female body confidence.

No needles for injections

2010-07-30T16:27:00.000+05:30

Those who are afraid of the needles need not be afraid of it any more. A group of scientists from the Emory University and the Georgia Institute of Technology have come up with a skin patch to administer vaccines without administering it with needles.

The scientists say that the new patch would pave the way for "mail-order" inoculations instead of needles. They say that the patch would dissolve into the skin painlessly.

Man with full-face transplant comes before camera

2010-07-30T16:26:00.001+05:30

The Spanish man who underwent the world's first full face transplant has appeared before cameras for the first time since surgery.

Before the Press at Barcelona's Vall d'Hebron hospital, Oscar, 31 spoke with considerable difficulty. He was was operated on in late March at this hospital.

The surgery involved lifting an entire face, including jaw, nose, cheekbones, muscles, teeth and eyelids, and placed it mask-like onto the man.

Oscar, who got a new face, was unable to breathe or eat on his own after accidentally shooting himself five years ago.

Head of the surgical team, Dr Joan Pere Barret, said Oscar would need between a year and 18 months of physical therapy.

Shark attack; man with 300 stitches

2010-07-30T16:24:00.001+05:30

A person attacked by a shark has been left with 300 stitches. Clayton Schultz was surfing at Jacksonville Beach in North Florida, when a shark attacked him.

He was rushed to hospital where doctors has to give 300 stitches to close the huge cut in his foot.

He said the shark came up and grabbed his foot and shook it around a little and let go. He said he could see that his foot was torn up when he lifted his foot out of the water.

Patriarch of Indian communism Basu no more

2010-01-17T15:52:00.001+05:30

Jyoti Basu, patriarch of Indian communism and an icon of Indian Parliamentary communists, has passed away.
Regarded as the country’s most elderly statesman, He breathed his last at 1147 hours at a city hospital, ending a 17-day battle for life and an era in the country`s political history.
He was 95.
Basu was admitted to the hospital on January 1. Basu's condition worsened day by day. He reached the stage of multiple-organ failure and was on life support.
As Basu`s condition worsened, leaders from various walks of life, including Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, Union Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee, Railway Minister Mamata Banerjee and Kerala Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan visited him… read more here… www.keralz.com

About Elly, Fishing Platform bag Golden Crow Pheasant

2009-12-18T20:36:00.001+05:30

“About Elly” and “Fishing Platform” shared the `Swarna Chakoram` (Golden Crow Pheasant), the top prize of the 14th International Film Festival of Kerala.

“True Noon” director Nosir Saidov bagged the `Rajata Chakoram` (Silver Crow Pheasant) award for the best director. The film also bagged the audience award. Madoda Ncayiyana’s “My Secret Sky” received the Rajata Chakoram for the best debut director.
The Federation of International Film Critics (FIPRESCI) prize was won by Gabriela David’s “A Fly in Ashes”. The FIPRESCI Award for the Best Malayalam Cinema went to Joshy Mathew's Pathaam Nilayile Theevandi (Train in the Tenth Floor). Read more… http://www.keralz.com

Sufiya Madhani arrested

2009-12-17T18:35:00.003+05:30

Sufiya Madhani, wife of PDP leader Abdul Nazar Madhani, was arrested after the Kerala High Court denied her anticipatory bail in the Kalamassery bus burning case.

The Kerala High Court rejected the bail on the grounds that custodial interrogation was necessary in the case.

The Kerala Police had named Sufiya as the tenth accused last week and a notice was sent to her to appear before the policeRead more here… www.keralz.com

IFFK to showcase around 200 films

2009-12-10T18:36:00.001+05:30

The 14th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK 2009), beginning here on December 11, will see around 200 films from around the world and the country.

Veteran filmmaker Mrinal Sen will inaugurate the Fest here, where erstwhile actress Sharmila Tagore and French Ambassador to India Jerome Bonnafont are the chief guests.

Turkish director Atil Inac’s “A step into the darkness” is the inaugural film.

Mrinal Sen will be honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award on the occasion. Oscar winning sound editor and designer Resul Pookutty will also be honoured.

The competition section will showcase 14 films. The India Cinema Now and Malayalam Cinema Today will have seven films each and the World Cinema section has 52 entries..... Read more at www.keralz.com

Cong registers thumping victory in Kerala

2009-11-10T18:14:00.002+05:30

The Congress led United Democratic Front has retained all the three assembly constituencies defeating their arch rivals CPI (M)-led Left Democratic Front with a huge margin, the results for which were announced on November 10.

Two times MP from Kannur A P Abdullakutty, who had joined the Congress after his long stint with the Marxists, won the Kannur Assembly on a Congress ticket with a huge margin of 12,043 votes. CPI (M) candidate M V Jayarajan got 41,944 votes.

Former Minister Dominic Presentation of the Congress won the Ernakulam constituency, defeating his CPI (M) rival P N Seenulal for a margin of 8,620 votes. Congress candidate A A Shukoor defeated Mr G Krishnaprasad of the CPI in Alappuzha. Shukoor won the constituency with a margin of 4,745 votes.
The BJP could not fare well in the three assembly segments. BJP candidate in Kannur, Renjith, could only poll 5,665 Votes. In Alappuzha, K Babu got only 2,247 votes and Sobha Surendran in Ernakulam bagged only 7,208 Votes. .. Read more at www.keralz.com

Heavy polling in Kerala

2009-11-07T19:31:00.000+05:30

Heavy polling was recorded in Kannur, Ernakulam and Alappuzha assembly constituencies, which went to by polls on Saturday and it is estimated that 66 per cent of the voters exercised their franchise.
Kannur recorded the highest polling percentage of about 73 per cent. About 65 per cent of the voters in Alappuzha exercised their franchise. In Ernakulam, it is estimated that about 61.4 per cent of the people voted.
No untoward incident was reported from anywhere and the Central Police forces had been deployed at all the polling booths to ensure free and fair elections.
Meanwhile the voters of Makaparambu in Ernakulam constituency boycotted the poll in protest against the apathy of the elected representatives in solving their long-pending problems. At Mulavukkadu, some voters had exercised their franchise but majority of them refrained from casting their votes. ..For more news log on to www.keralz.com

Thekkady boat tragedy biggest in Kerala history

2009-10-01T13:58:00.000+05:30

In one of the biggest tragic incidents in Kerala, 39 tourists were killed as a tourist boat carrying nearly 80 passengers capsized in Thekkady Lake in the Periyar wild life sanctuary.

The tragedy occurred on Wednesday (September 30) when the state run double decker boat 'Jalakanyaka' carrying nearly 80 tourists tilted after several of them moved to one side on sighting elephants in the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary on the banks of the lake.

The passengers who were killed were largely from neighbouring Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and New Delhi.

The Thekkady boat tragedy is one of the biggest ever in the history of Kerala. The last major accident occurred at Kumarakom in Kottayam district in 2002 in which 29 travellers were killed. Then it was the Thattekad boat incident near Kothamangalam in which 18 students and teachers, who were on a picnic died.

The Kerala government was quick to order a judicial inquiry. But the Thekkad boat tragedy points out to the fact that basic safety norms were not followed while carrying tourists.

Even though the commissions that enquired into the earlier major boat tragedies had recommended many safety measures, the government had failed to implement them.

2009-09-21T17:40:00.001+05:30

Diapering; Nothing to Worry
Some mothers find it a bit tough to diaper their babes. They are sometimes worried when diapering their sweet little ones. But there is nothing to worry as diapering is easy as it is said.
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Women Drinking Excessively at Higher Risk of Infertility

2009-09-21T13:10:00.001+05:30

Fertility and alcohol are no doubt very much related. It is not just that men who drink excessively are at higher risk of infertility but women who drink too much are also at a higher risk of not getting consumed. Studies have proved that excessive consumption of alcohol may lead to infertility in women. It is not that alcohol affects infertility but it can even bring in many complications after delivery.

It has been seen that women who consume alcohol excessively are liable to come across many hormonal complications. Alcohol can cause ovarian dysfunction and also cause harm to the hypothalamic and pituitary glands.
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2009-09-18T18:59:00.001+05:30

Beauty Tips for 50 Plus Women
Every women, be in their twenties or fifties, want to look glossy. Well, it is not that easy to maintain the old charming looks and have a tight skin at 50. But still one can maintain the old charm and beauty.
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Breastfeeding Brings Mom and Child Closer

2009-09-17T18:27:00.001+05:30

Breast milk is the primary source of nutrition to a new born. Breast milk is considered natures best food, which a newborn can get. Coming to breast-feeding, it helps in building a strong relation between the mother and the child.

Breastfeeding helps to foster early maternal bond through touch, response and mutual gazing. There is no doubt that breastfeeding brings together the mother and the child much closer. The child gets emotionally attached to its mother through breastfeeding.

It is seen that feeding mothers have greater bondage to their infants than those who do not nurse their kids. It I also seen that abbes who are breast-fed have great intimacy towards their mothers. The breast-fed kids also are seen to have great attachment to their families; it is truly an emotional attachment that they both have.
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2009-09-15T17:01:00.001+05:30

Why Babes Cry?
If you are a parent, you might have felt at some point of time frustrated at your kids yelling out. Babes may cry if they are hungry or if they feel uncomfortable or if they are sick. The kids may also cry for getting their parents attention.
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Testing for Diabetes

2009-09-09T12:22:00.001+05:30

The world is becoming diabetic; more and more people are now in the grip of this killer disease. Every day, the number of diabetic patients is on an increase the world over.....Testing for Diabetes

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2009-09-09T12:21:00.001+05:30

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Kanchivaram best film, Adoor adjudged best director

2009-09-07T16:15:00.001+05:30

Priyadarshan’s tamil film “Kanchivaram” bagged the National award for Best film at the 55th National Film Awards 2007, while ace Malayalam film maker Adoor Goapalakrishnan was adjudged the best director for his “Naalu Pennungal” , the awards which were announced on Monday (September 7, 2009).

Tamil actor Prakash Raj went away with the best actor award for his sterling performance as a silk weaver in “Kanchivaram”. Umashree got the best actress award for her performance in Girish Kasaravalli’s Kannada film “Gulabi Talkies”.

Feroz Abbas Khan’s “Gandhi My Father”, which shows the troubled relationship between Mahatma Gandhi and Harilal Gandhi, won the special jury award. The award for the best Screenplay also went for “Gandhi My father”. Darshan Zariwala, who played the role of Mahatma Gandhi in the film, got the best supporting actor award.
“Chak De India” and “Taare Zameen Par” bagged best film awards in the wholesome entertainment and the family welfare category.
Playback singer Shankar Mahadevan got the award for the song “Meri Maa” in “Taare Zameen Par”. Lyricist Prasoon Joshi got the Best lyricist award for the lyrics of the song.

The best child actor award went to Sharad Goyekar for his role in Marathi film “Tingya” .

Three Great Ways to Loss Weight

2009-09-04T14:52:00.001+05:30

Will any one like to go around and wish to become a laughing stock in front of others because of their body? Well, no one loves to go around with their huge body and become a laughing stock. Every person the world over loves to have a sexy and slim body, a body that attracts the opposite sex. Every one wants to go for weight loss and look smart. Three Great Ways to Loss Weight

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Three Great Ways to Loss Weight

2009-09-04T14:50:00.001+05:30

Will any one like to go around and wish to become a laughing stock in front of others because of their body? Well, no one loves to go around with their huge body and become a laughing stock. Every person the world over loves to have a sexy and slim body, a body that attracts the opposite sex. Every one wants to go for weight loss and look smart.http://healthmad.com/weight-loss/three-great-ways-to-loss-weight/

2009-09-03T13:03:00.001+05:30

Teenage Alcoholism and Parents
Parents have always been much concerned about teenage alcoholism. It has been seen that alcohol consumption by teenagers are on an increase the world over. More and more teenagers of both the sex are being lured into the world of drinks.
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Anti Ageing Skin Care: What Products are Good?

2009-09-01T12:50:00.001+05:30

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Good Baby Fat to Keep Slim

2009-08-24T15:28:00.001+05:30

Brown fat or Good baby fat is known to burn the extra calories and to help in maintaining a healthy body. While white fat stores energy, Good Baby Fat burns calories, which means that your body loses the extra fats that gets accumulated in the body.

Well, it was earlier believed that the Good Baby Fat was no longer present in the adults. But a recent study has revealed that Good Baby Fat is present in a person even after childhood....More herehttp://healthmad.com/health/good-baby-fat-to-keep-slim-2/

Veteran actor Murali passes away

2009-08-07T14:53:00.000+05:30

Veteran Malayalam film actor Murali, who had carved out a name for himself with his strong characters, has left this world.

He died after a brief illness at the age of 55.

Murali has acted in more than 250 films and was well known for his strong characters. He was an actor who gave life to all his characters and his characters will always remain eternal. His characters in Amaram, Aadharam, Kanakkinavu and Thalolam among others will be remembered forever.

He won the Bharat ward (Indian National award) for his stellar performance as Appa Mestri in “Neythukaran” in 2002 and also has also won several state awards.

Apart from films, Murali was also a well now theatre personality. His role of 'Ravana' in the play Lankalakshmi was widely appreciated. Before entering the film industry, he was an active theater actor and was part of a cultural movement.
A native of Kudavattoor in Kollam, Murali have always been closely associated with the Left and he had unsuccessfully contested as the Communist candidate from Alappuzha Lok Sabha constituency in 1999.

Three LeT members, including couple sentenced to death

2009-08-06T16:37:00.000+05:30

After six long years, three Lashkar-e-Taiba members, including a couple, were sentenced to death by a POTA court for the twin blasts at the Gateway of India and Zaveri Bazaar in Mumbai, which killed 52 persons.

Mohammed Hanif Sayeed, his wife Fahmida (43) and Ashrat Ansari (32) were the three who were sentenced for the gruesome act. Pronouncing the judgment, judge Puranik observed that it had been proved beyond reasonable doubt they had committed heinous acts resulting in numerous deaths.

The convicts had planted a bomb in a bus at Ghatkopar, which exploped at Andheri bus depot on July 28, 2003. They had also planted an explosive at the Gateway of India and Zaveri Bazar on August 25 the same year.

It has been said that the motive behind the blasts was to seek vengeance for the atrocities meted against the minority community during the Godhra carnage in Gujarat in 2002.

Safety for Kerala, water for Tamil Nadu; Kerala wants new Mullaperiyar dam

2009-07-25T16:28:00.000+05:30

Kerala has reiterated its stand for building a new dam in Mullaperiyar. It sees that only a new dam is a solution to the concern raised on the safety of the 113-year-old dam across Mullaperiyar River, which has become a contentious issue between Kerala and its neighbouring state Tamil Nadu.

The Kerala assembly has adopted a resolution demanding the Union Government to take the initiative in building a new dam across Mullaperiyar. The resolution was passed unanimously in the assembly, with both the treasury and the opposition benches raising the same concern over the safety of the people.

Moving the resolution, Kerala Water Resources Minister N K Premachandran had said the State's demand for a new dam in Mullaperiyar was not new. He referred to the agreement of 1979 when the two states had agreed for building a new dam in Mullaperiyar.

A new dam means ''safety for Kerala and water for Tamil Nadu, the Minister had told in the assembly.

Various studies conducted on the safety of Mulaperiyar dam, which is more than 100 years old, has pointed out the dam was situated in a seismic-prone spot and was
hydrologically unsafe. Once it bursts, three districts will be washed out and about 40 lakh people will be affected.

2009-07-07T18:08:00.001+05:30

Some Smart Ways to Look Smarter
Every one loves to have a smart body. No one loves obesity and every one wants to have that perfect, slim bodyline. Well, obesity has been on an increase in the world and it is a great challenge faced by the world today.
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Smart Ways to Look Smart

2009-06-30T20:30:00.001+05:30

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2009-06-22T14:45:00.001+05:30

Kerala Backwaters; An Enchanting Experience
Kerala, the God's Own Country, is an amazing land of splendid backwaters. The dancing paddy fields, calm green waters, beautiful landscape and warm weather gives a mesmerising experience of a backwater tour in Kerala.
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Vijayan: first communist leader to be charge sheeted in graft case

2009-06-11T16:11:00.002+05:30

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed charge sheet against CPI (M) politburo member Pinarayi Vijayan in the multi-crore SNC Lavalin case. This is the first time a top Communist leader in the country is being prosecuted for graft charges.
The CBI filed the charge sheet at the Ernakulam court, arraigning Vijayan as the seventh accused in the case related to alleged irregularities involving Rs 374.5
crore in the award of contract for renovation and modernisation of Pallivasal, Sengulam and Panniyar hydro-electric projects to Canada-based SNC Lavalin in 1998 when he was the power minister.
The CBI filed the charge sheet after the state Governor gave his nod for prosecuting Vijayan. The CBI had sought the governor’s permission, as Vijayan had been a minister.
The governor had given the permission overruling the state government’s recommendation.
The prosecution issue had widened the rift within the CPI(M) state unit with the Chief Minister expressing his backing to the governor in the issue. Meanwhile his cabinet colleagues as well his party men have all come out against the governor for giving prosecution orders.

CPI (M) leader faces prosecution; First communist to be prosecuted

2009-06-09T11:45:00.001+05:30

A top CPI (M) leader in India faces prosecution in corruption case, the first time a communist leader and politburo member is facing prosecution in a multi-crore scam in India. Kerala state CPI (M) secretary has acquired the dubious distinction of being the first communist leader in history to be prosecuted in a corruption case.

Kerala governor R S Gavai had given the nod to the Central Bureau of Investigation to go ahead with the prosecution even after the state government had advised the governor against such a move. Three months ago, the CPI (M)’s Kerala unit, dominated by Vijayan’s men, had the state government to advise the governor against giving sanction for prosecution, despite Chief Minister V S Achuthanandan wanted the party secretary to face prosecution.
Vijayan has been charged with abuse of his position as electricity minister. The CBI had sought prosecution of Vijayan with regard to alleged corruption and irregularities in awarding contracts for renovation of three hydro-electric projects to Canadian company SNC-Lavalin when he was Power Minister in 1998.

A day after the governor gave the nod for the prosecution, the CPI (M) was up in arms against the governor and his high office. They termed the decision as “unfortunate” and termed it “politically motivated”. The party Politburo had said that they would fight the case both “politically and legally”.

The Kerala CPI (M) unit had called for a hartal soon after the governor’s decision but later changed the decision to observe a “black day”. The greatest paradox here is that the CPI (M) is a party, which had always stood against corruption and which had always initiated probes in many cases concerning the state. It is the same party that is now up in arms against the governor’s decision who had given the nod for prosecuting Vijayan, who is allegedly involve in corruption cases.

The question that comes up here is whether the CPI (M) should have observed a black day against the governor’s decision when it was fighting against corruption? Moreover, why is the CPI (M), which had always stood against corruption, afraid to face the court? If Vijayan was not involved in the SNC Lavalin corruption issue, why does he then fear prosecution?

Controversies mar Film awards

2009-06-06T17:11:00.000+05:30

Film awards and controversies are always interlinked. Film awards the world over has always been in the thick of controversies at all times. A day after the Kerala Film awards was announced; controversies marred the show. This time the fight ranked between two great directors -- Adoor Gopalakrishnan and T V Chandran.

Soon after the Kerala film awards were announced, Chandran, whose film “Bhoomi Malayalam” bagged the second best film, lambasted Adoor and the Kerala cultural department over the film awards.

Chandran said Adoor's work “Oru pennum Randanum”, which was adjudged the best film, was “not a film but only a tele serial”. Adoor's film “Oru pennun randanum" was produced as part of Doordarshan's project of making short films based on late Thakazhi Sivasankara Pillai's short stories, Chandran said. He also said that "Nalu Pennungal," which was released last year was part of this project and it was not considered for the film awards then.

Noting that it was not the first time that his films were being sidelined, he also opined that the jury and the cultural department were afraid of Adoor.

Lashing out at Chandran’s criticism, Adoor said the criticism only showed his ignorance of the difference between a film and television serial. The persons who make films should have to know the difference between cinema and Television serial.

Adoor’s film 'Orupennum Randanum'' had bagged three major awards, including best feature film, best director and best screen play writer awards, in the Kerala state film awards-2008. The second best feature film award went in favour of ''bhoomi malayalam'' directed by Chandran.

India gets first woman Lok Sabha Speaker

2009-06-04T14:08:00.000+05:30

India gets its first woman Speaker in the Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian Parliament. Meira Kumar has created history by becoming the first woman to occupy one of the highest constitutional posts in the country.

The 64-year-old Meira Kumar was unanimously elected Speaker of the Lok Sabha.

She was elected from the Sasaram Lok Sabha constituency in Bihar in the 2009 general elections.

Soft-spoken but a firm pursuer of her social missions, Kumar is the daughter of late Jagjivan Ram, who was a freedom fighter and a great social reformer.

Kumar, who had a career in the Indian Foreign Service, had joined politics in 1973 on the request of the then Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.

Adoor bags three Kerala film awards

2009-06-03T18:14:00.001+05:30

Master filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan’s ''Orupennum Randanum'', a film based on four short stories, was adjudged the best feature film in the Kerala State Film awards 2008.

Adoor also bagged the best director award and the best scriptwriter award for “Orupennum Randanum”.

''Bhoomi malayalam'', directed by T V Chandran bagged the second best feature film award.

Lal was selected as the best actor for his role as a policeman in 'Thalapavu', a film based on a naxalite. Priyanka got the best actress award for her role in 'Vilapangalkapuram', a film about a girl's sufferings at the hands of religious extremists.

Sankar Mahadevan and Manjari got the awards for the best male and female singers. While M Jayachandran bagged the music director award, O N V Kurup got the best lyrist award.

Other Awards:

Best comedian: Mamukooya (ennathe chinthavishayam)
Best child artist: Nivetha Thomas (Veruthe oru Bharya)
Best storywriter: Aryadan Shoukath (Vilapangalkkapuram)
Best cinematographer: M J Radhakrishnan (bioscope)

Some parenting tips to be followed

2009-05-30T11:22:00.002+05:30

Parents have great responsibility to bring up their children. They have the responsibility to see that their children grow up intellectually, physically and emotionally strong. The parents have great responsibility to build in a child the strength to withstand the forces of nature. They also have to see that their children are grown to become true social beings. ...more here…http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1795034/some_parenting_tips_to_be_followed.html

When to see a doctor if not conceiving?

2009-05-23T12:21:00.001+05:30

Getting pregnant is not that easy; infertility is on an increase the world over. After a year of marriage, couples get worried of not getting a babe. This is a great concern that has gripped the world over and the number of infertility cases has been on an increase.

About 80 to 85 per cent of couples conceive naturally within a year if they have regular unprotected sex. But the couples who still do not get a baby within this period have to consult their doctor immediately. ....More here…..http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1775198/when_to_see_a_doctor_if_not_conceiving.html

Laser liposuction makes the difference

2009-05-01T11:17:00.002+05:30

Nobody likes sagging skin. Everyone, especially the women, loves to have a charming and beautiful body; to be the major focus of attraction. They want flat stomach, long neck and legs, perfect breasts and a slender body shape. It is “slim” that makes all the difference. ....More here….http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1702265/laser_liposuction_makes_the_difference.html

Men and women equally concerned of their looks

2009-04-17T14:30:00.001+05:30

Every one loves to be a beauty queen. Every person, especially the women folk love to have a charming face and a beautiful body so that all eyes are on her when she moves around. When walking down the lanes, She wants the entire street to focus on her. Well, as years go by, it has been seen that it is not only women who are concerned about their beauty looks. The men are equally concerned about having a beautiful athletic beauty.

Beauty is a worldwide trend. The beauty concerns are with us and will remain with us. Any one can see how much time you are in front of the mirror before going to the office or a party. Both the men and the women folk are glued to the mirrors for more hours.
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All want to be the focus of attraction whether he or she is in a party, office or even in the streets. Women love to have sparkling bright eyes, beautiful flowing hair, glowing cheeks, sweet lips and a perfect body. Men are no exception and they love to have an athletic body and a charming face.

Well, beauty is also concerned with a person’s personality also. Men and women are always concerned of how they are being looked by others. It has become part of their life.

Beauty was something related to women earlier. But this concept has changed with men also becoming concerned of their looks.
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A show for India’s Home Minister

2009-04-07T16:42:00.000+05:30

India’s Home Minister P Chidambaram has joined the league of former U S President George W Bush. In a shocking incident, a Sikh journalist threw a shoe at Chidambaram at a press conference.

Jarnail Singh, a reporter with the Dainik Jagran newspaper threw a shoe at Chidambaram in protest against the Central Bureau of Investigation giving a clean chit to senior Congress leader Jagdish Tytler in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots case. The reporter threw the shoe after he picked up an argument with Chidambaram, who politely asked him not to debate with him on the issue.

Though the shoe did not hit Chidamabaram, it was a great shock to all gathered, both the journalists and the officials at the All Indian Congress Committee Head quarters, where the press conference was held.

Well, the Sikh community has widespread protest against giving a clean chit to Tytler. But this act has no justification. It is an act that should be condemned as it has violated the journalistic ethics of non-partisan journalism.

The trend of shoe hurling to register protests began with Iraqi television journalist, Muntadar al-Zaidi, throwing a shoe at Bush at a press conference in Baghdad.

Diabetes: exercise, diet and insulin bring down sugar levels

2009-04-03T19:23:00.001+05:30

Treatment of diabetes should start at an earlier stage once a person is diagnosed with this killer disease. If treatment is not started at the earliest, it can lead to many complications. Diabetes is known to affect the vital parts like the heart, kidney and nervous system. First of all, persons with diabetes should maintain a healthy life style with proper diet and exercise. A healthy life style goes a long way in controlling diabetes. The meal should be low in fat and that contains more carbohydrates...Read more here….http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1620140/diabetes_exercise_diet_and_insulin.html

Sugar linked to ageing

2009-03-25T16:01:00.001+05:30

A recent study published in the journal PLoS Genetics has revealed that sugar is linked with ageing.

The study by the Universite de Montreal has said in the journal that glucose adds to ageing. They have pointed out that over consumption of sugar leads to ageing fast.

They had come to this conclusion after experimenting with yeast cells, which are similar and age much like human cells. They found that the life span of yeast cells increased when glucose level was decreased from their diets...More here…..http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1592899/sugar_linked_to_ageing.html

Parenting: some tips

2009-03-15T16:16:00.003+05:30

Parents are always eager about their children। Each parent has a responsibility to see that their children are grown up both intellectually and emotionally strong. They should see that their children withstand the forces of future. It is their responsibility to see that they are guided to become social beings.

Well, parenting is not that easy as said. In the library and also in the market, you may come across various books on parenting. The Internet also provides with useful tips. Your parents and friends can also be helpful in giving some tips on parenting...more here...http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1565457/parenting_some_useful_tips_.html

Diabetes and its types

2009-03-11T15:30:00.000+05:30

Diabetics, a life threatening disease, have affected millions of people the world over. If not controlled it can lead to many complications like heart ailments, stroke, kidney/arterial disorders, nerve damage and vision problems.

Diabetics are generally classified into two major types -- type 1 and type 2. Gestational Diabetes is another type that is not that common....More here….http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1553726/diabetes_and_its_various_types_.html

Infertility in women: some causes

2009-03-06T19:16:00.001+05:30

What is female infertility? It is the inability of a woman to conceive a child। Now a days, infertility among women is seen to have increased alarmingly and many causes are linked with it.

What are the many causes of female infertility? There are many factors that lead to female infertility. Certain health problems like Thrombophilia (a blood clotting problem), kidney and liver diseases can cause infertility in women. Problems in the Pituitary and Hypothalamic glands are also seen to be a cause of female infertility. The problems in these glands may lead to a decreased production of Luteinizing hormones or follicle stimulating hormones, which are necessary for ovulation and maintaining menstrual cycle...More here...http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1537777/infertility_in_women_some_causes.html

Female infertility; the most complicated

2009-02-15T17:05:00.000+05:30

Infertility is itself complicated; well, more complicated is the female infertility. Female infertility is more complex as it becomes hard to diagnose the reasons why women do not conceive.
Many causes go into female infertility and it becomes hard to diagnose the real reason. Ovarian problems, ageing, egg quality, hormones and a lot of other things can lead to female infertility. ..मोरे....http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1478090/female_infertility_the_most_complicated.html

Diabetes Leads to Many Complications

2009-02-07T17:56:00.000+05:30

Diabetes, a life threatening disease, if not treated properly can lead to many complications affecting vital organs। Renal failure, cardiac arrests, blindness, stroke are some of the complications that come with Diabetes.
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Extrinsic ageing; some facts

2009-02-02T14:16:00.001+05:30

Extrinsic Ageing; Some Facts
Ageing cannot be stopped. Though ageing is a natural phenomenon, other external factors also play an important role in ageing. The ageing of the skin because of external factors is what is called extrinsic ageing.
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Kerala drinks 80 Lakh dollars this New Year

2009-01-06T12:08:00.000+05:30

Kerala has drunk 80 lakh dollars of liquor this New Year। Celebrations in this most literate state of India without the bottles have now become unthinkable. This figure is as per the Kerala state beverages Corporation, the sole distributor of Foreign Made liquors. Well, the real consumption can go even higher with unaccounted liquor consumption.
The account of liquor consumption as mentioned above is just for only two days -- December 30 and 31। And more would have flowed on January one, which is yet to be accounted। Well, the sale of liquor has shown a drastic 33 per cent increase from the previous year.

It is not that Keralities have drunk this New Year alone; the same was during the Christmas season। There is no festival in Kerala without cranking the bottles. Festival means bottles for Keralities.

Healthy diet, healthy lifestyle and exercise help weight loss fast

2009-01-03T13:24:00.001+05:30

We all want to have a charming and healthy body; a slim body is all that we all love for। Every one is running after fast weight loss tips that help them to lose their extra weight in a very short time। Well, there are simple and effective fast weight loss tips that can help in maintaining a healthy body. A combination of healthy diet, exercise and healthy life style is what goes with fast weight loss tips.

Choosing fast weight loss plan or a programme goes a long way in helping to loss weight fast। Always consult your physician, who can guide you through a fast weight loss plan…read more here…
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Weight Loss; Fast Tips

2008-12-29T17:40:00.000+05:30

Every one wants to slim down and they look out for the best weight loss tips. As there are lots of fast weight loss tips and programmes available, one can get confused of what to do fast in reducing the weight.
Here are some of the best fast weight loss tips that can help in bringing back the चर्म

Exercise
Exercise is considered the best fast weight loss tip for burning the extra fat from the body। Biking, walking, jogging and swimming are some of the best exercises that can burn the extra calories……read More……http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1344050/weight_loss_fast_tips_.html

What makes skin age?

2008-12-27T17:49:00.000+05:30

Can ageing be prevented? Well, we cannot prevent it; all human beings are prone to ageing and no super natural force can prevent the wrinkles, which is a sign of ageing. Well, though ageing cannot be prevented, it can be minimised to a great extent by maintaining a healthy life style and also with anti-ageing products.

How does the skin age? There are two types of ageing – intrinsic and extrinsic or also called as chronological ageing and photogenic ageing. The intrinsic ageing or chronological ageing is a natural phenomenon. As we grow old, our skins age. ..........more ..............http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1339396/what_makes_skin_age.html

Weigh Loss Programmes: Patience, Determination and Dedication Needed

2008-12-25T11:24:00.000+05:30

Losing weight is not that easy as said. It is seen that many people go for weight loss programmes and give it up after some time. For reducing weight, a lot of patience is needed as one cannot expect to get the results in a day or two. Great patience combined with strong determination and dedication is needed to reduce weight.
One can come across various weight loss programmes, which helps in burning the extra fat from the body। As there are various weight loss programmes, one has to be cautious while choosing programmes related to reducing the extra weight.

The body system varies from person to person and as such a weight loss programme good for one may not suit another। The body metabolism differs from person to person. It is better to consult the dietician or physician as he will be able to help choose the best programme that fits your body conditions. He can guide you through the best weight loss programme.
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In weight loss programmes, the food that one takes has a great impact। It is better to include more vegetables and fruits. Avoid junk foods, colas and those which contain more calories. Water helps a great deal in maintaining metabolism. Instead of eating a heavy meal, eating small meals at regular intervals is better. Some people think that starving helps in reducing weight. But the truth is that it only adds to the calories. Some are seen to avoid breakfasts, which also only adds to the calorie. If you avoid breakfast, there is a tendency to eat more during lunch. Apart from maintaining a healthy habit, you should also go for weight loss exercises.

You can come across a lot of advertisements on weight loss programmes, which claim to help in reducing the weight in a very short time. Always be aware of these advertisements. Only a slow and steady weight loss programme can deliver the desired results. Then there are fast weight loss pills available in the market, which also should be avoided. These pills do not give the desired results but theuy come up with many side effects.
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Healthy Eating Habits and Exercise Makes a Difference

2008-12-25T11:18:00.000+05:30

Every one loves to have a healthy body and a charming appearance। People do not want to look weighty. They always prefer to look slim and go for weight loss programmes. There are thousands of weight loss tips available but always go for the ones that are effective in burning the extra calories from the body. Follow the weight loss tips that bring in good results in the long run and do not go after fast weight loss tips, which can only adversely impact your health.

There is a tendency among people to starve and also go for dieting to get rid of the extra fat from the body. They may also skip breakfast to be slimmer. But this is not a healthy practise. Skipping breakfast only adds to the tendency of eating more during lunch, which means more calories; starving is not a good weight loss tip.
Well, another weight loss tip is concerning the food that one eats। Always keep a watch of what you eat. Cut down foods with high calories, fats and sugar.
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Always prefer to eat small meals instead of one time heavy meal। Candies, cookies, and all junk foods should be kept out of the dining table. Drink more water and avoid soft drinks totally. Water helps in weight loss. The best weight loss tip is to maintain a track sheet of what you eat.
Apart from healthy food habits, exercise is another weight loss tip, which plays a major role in weight loss। Walking, jogging, cycling and swimming are some of the weight loss exercises that help in burning the extra calorie from the body.

You can come across several advertisements claiming fast weight loss। Fast weight loss pills and drugs are also readily available in the market. Though the drug companies' claim of fast weight loss within a week or a month, it is better not to go after these drugs and pills. These weight loss pills and drugs are not good for the health as they have many side effects.

Well, the best weight loss tip is maintaining healthy eating habits and exercising regularly, which can positively change your look.
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Online business for online money

2008-12-18T19:33:00.000+05:30

Online business has seen a tremendous growth in the recent years. More and more people are attracted towards business online. Online business can fetch you lots of money as they are well paid. If done in a proper way, the online business can bring you extra income.

There are numerous online businesses available but to be successful you have to do business in a proper way or you would be a loser at the end. The choice of business goes a long way in online business. Always choose to do the business that fits you and it is better not to go for the online business that others are doing. Do not go after popularity and do not follow others; choose the online businesses that you think you are capable of doing. A careful market study will help you to become successful in online business. Think of what others love to buy and what they search for in the Internet. Once you choose a perfect online business, then there is no looking back.
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Once the right business is chosen, the next step for making online money is proper promotion of business. Only if the online business is promoted, more and more customers will come into your fold. Make use of all marketing tools for the promotion of your business online.

There are great advantages of doing online businesses. There is no boss to control you and you have your own time. Well, as you are the only employee, there is no need to share the money, which means more profit.

Blogging, online survey, online writing, online editing, online forums, and online auctions are some of the online businesses that you can choose from. If you have a blog, you get paid when people visit it frequently. You can also write blogs for companies and also write product reviews, which fetches good money. You can even sell products of various companies through your blog or website for which you get a commission.

The paid surveys pay you money for participating in surveys. If there are affiliate links of various companies in your web page, you get some commission. And if you have flare for writing, Internet is the best place for making money online. You can write product reviews, e-books and also submit articles, which can bring you money.

These are only a few of the online businesses. If you have the right business at hand and determined, no doubt online business can fetch you extra income.
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