Kasaragod Blog : Unofficial Blog Of Kasargod District - Kerala

About Kasaragod

2011-05-25T12:05:00.000+05:30

Kasaragod is the northernmost district of Kerala and world renowned for its coir and hand loom industries. The district has a coastline of around 293 kilometers and that why the livelihood of Kasaragod people mainly depends on fisheries. The district is popular with the forts, rivers, hillocks, beaches and shrines here. The Kasaragod District is uniquely known for its Multi-Linguistic Culture and it is the best example for the "Linguistic Harmony". Around 7 major languages are spoken in this district excluding the tribal languages. The districts recognized administrative languages are Malayalam, and Kannada. Tulu, Beary bashe and Konkani are also widely used. Besides these Marathi, Urdu and Hindi are also spoken here. The district has a rich cultural heritage. The leading temples and mosques here show the architectural beauty of past generations. Kasaragod was once an important port in the Malabar region. Having a rich cost line most of the people ruled this region made Kasaragod an important military basement. The largest fort in Kerala, Bakel is located at Kasaragod and once this was the military headquarters certain dynasties. The economy of Kasaragod district mainly depends on fisheries. Tourism also plays an important role in district economy. The coir and hand loom industries and agriculture are the other revenue earning industries here. The district has a very rich cultural heritage. Several folk arts like Theyyam, Kolkali, poorakkali, mangalam kali, maruthkali, Yakshagana, Oppana, Kolkalli, Dauf muttal, Mogral etc are originated and nourished in this region. Kasaragod town lies on the path of NH-17. It is well connected by road to Cannanore (Kannur), Bengaluru, Mangalore, Calicut etc. Kasaragod is well connected by rail to parts of India such as Trivandrum, Kochi, Calicut, Cannanore, Mangalore, Goa, Surat, Jaipur, Chandigarh, Chennai, Coimbatore, Jammu Tawi, Kanyakumari etc. through domestic and express trains. Nearest Airport is at Mangalore, which is 50 kilometers away. The airport Karipur, Kozhikode is 220 kilometers away.

CONTACT ME

If you would like to add Images or contests Please sent a email to raheem.thottyil@gmail.com .. I am looking a contributer to this blog .. feel free to mail

Malayalam SMS - Tintumon Jokes

2011-05-25T12:00:00.001+05:30

Dhathri oil vangan poya tin2 vanapol
Ama:enthada
karayune?
Tin2:storile chechi ene adichu
Ama:ne entha chodiche?
Tin2: oru
Rathrikethraya vila enu!

................................................................................................

Tintu monodu
Profesor: "Asradha kond busines polinju poyathinu oru example parayu"

Tintu : "Garbhiniyayi
poya Vedi".

................................................................................................

Tin2ne thookki kollan vidichu Judge: Avasanathe agraham entha? Tintu:enikku Neelakkurinji pookunnathu rande randu thavana kaananam..
saare!!

STD CODES - KERALA

2010-12-07T09:19:00.002+05:30

Kerala City....................................STD Code
Adimaly ..........................................04864
Adoor ..............................................04734
Agathy ............................................04894
Alathur ...........................................04922
Alleppy........................................... 0477
Amini ..............................................04891
Androth ..........................................04893
Attingal ...........................................0470
Badagra ..........................................0496
Bitra ................................................04890
Calicut .............................................0495
Cannanote ......................................0497
Chetlet ............................................04899
Ernakulam..................................... 0484
Irinjalakuda ...................................0480
Kadamath ......................................04897
Kalpeni ...........................................04895
Kalpetta .........................................04936
Kanhangad ....................................04997
Kanjirapally ..................................04828
Karungapally ................................0476
Kasargode .....................................04994
Kavarathy .....................................04896
Kiltan .............................................04898
Koduvayur ....................................04923
Kottayam ......................................0481
Kunnamkulam .............................04885
Mananthodi ..................................04935
Manjeri .........................................0483
Mannarghat .................................04924
Mavelikkara .................................0479
Minicoy .........................................04892
Munnar .........................................04865
Muattupuzha ...............................0485
Nedumandad ...............................04728
Nedumgandam ............................04868
Nilambur ......................................04931
Palai ..............................................04822
Pallakad/Palghat .........................0491
Pathanamthitta ...........................0468
Payyanur ......................................04985
Peermedu .....................................04869
Perinthalmanna ...........................04933
Punalur .........................................0475
Quilon ............................................0474
Ranni .............................................04735
Shertallai ......................................0478
Shoranur ......................................04926
Taliparamba ................................04982
Tellicherry ...................................0490
Thiruvananthapuram.................0471
Thodupuzha ................................04862
Tirur .............................................0494
Tiruvalla ......................................0469
Trichur .........................................0487
Uppala ..........................................04998
Vadakkanchery ...........................04884
Vaikom .........................................04829

2010-10-20T04:55:00.001+05:30

Movie:Anwar
Director:Amal Neerad
Music:Gopi Sundar
Cast:Prithviraj, Mamta, Prakash Raj, Lal

Director Amal Neerad’s Anwar is an engaging film that makes a definite impact on the viewer. With its technical brilliance, brisk pace, good music and some fine performances, it is capable enough to take you to a different world. It may be far from perfect especially with a rather average script but such things barely come to your mind while watching it.
It is perhaps difficult to explain the storyline, without giving away too much about the film or its suspense. Anwar (Prithviraj) is a hot blooded youth who falls pretty easily into the charming theories of Babu Sait (Lal), a rich man who finds it quite normal to help the terrorists, in the name of religion.

The two meet in jail and soon Anwar becomes his trusted henchman, as Babu Sait plans to conduct several terrorist attacks and bomb blasts. All along, the brilliant anti-terrorist cop Stalin Manimaran (Prakash Raj) is in pursuit of the criminals. Mamta Mohandas plays Ayesha, who is nabbed the police, after they find certain aspects that links her to a bomb blast.

Amal Neerad, who had depended only on technical wizardry for his earlier films like Big B and Sagar Alias Jackie- Reloaded, has come up with a decent storyline here. Of course, the inspiration from Jeffrey Nachmanoff’s Traitor is evident at times. Satheesh Kurup’s visuals and Gopi Sundar’s music are among the highlights of the film.

Prithviraj, who looks really handsome, has done a brilliant job as Anwar. He has long been acknowledged as the next best thing of Malayalam cinema and he shows why such assumptions are relevant. Prakash Raj and Lal may not have too many scenes but the actors have shown their credentials in an excellent way even then. Mamta mainly has to look beautiful and that, she does in style. The rest of the cast have also performed quite well.

With some fine moments, Anwar qualifies as an engrossing entertainer. It may be far from being perfect with too many ‘cinematic liberties’ to boost the hero and things could have been better with a tighter script. But even in the current form, the movie succeeds in shaking the viewer up with its merits. Watch this one!

Courtesy:Sify.com

Prithviraj celebrates his b'day in style

2010-10-20T04:48:00.001+05:30

Prithviraj celebrated his birthday, which was on October 16, in style on the sets of his Urumi in Malsej Ghat.

He was shooting the climax of his big budget Santosh Sivan directed film. There were over 100 horses, 150 stuntmen and multiple camera units to shoot the stunning and mammoth climax of the film.

A very happy and relaxed Prithviraj said: "The best birthday gift ever was Anwar turning out to be a super hit. The film, which released in 110 screens, has taken the year's best ever opening. It has garnered a bigger opening than Enthiran on day one of its release in Kerala. What a film Amal has made, proud to be Anwar. The film rocks big time."

Says Mubina Rattonesy, co-producer and associate of Santosh Sivan: "We had a mad party on October 16 night as we celebrated Prithvi's birthday. The light boys set the stage on fire.

Nehru Arts and Science College-Padnekad-kanhangad

2010-08-12T14:13:00.004+05:30

Nehru Arts and Science College, Padnekad , Kanhangad

Category

Government
Aided Institution

Affiliating
/Recognizing University Kannur University

Adress

Near agriculture College
(Post) Padnekad
Kanhangad
Kasaragod (dt)
Kerala (state)
India 671328

Student Amenities

Around 24325 books in library
Hostel for girls
Public telephone
Photocopier
Internet
Auditorium
Playground
NSS Unit
NCC Unit
PTA
Grievance Redressal Cell
Rest room for girls
Seminar hall
Computer Centre
Women Cell
Tourism Club
Academic Journals
Canteen within campus
Co-operative store

BA, Economics, History, Banking

BCom, with Cooperation

BA, History, Economics, Political Science

BSc, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science

MA, English

MA, History

BSc, Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry

BSc, Plant Science, Zoology, Chemistry

BSc, Polymer Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics

BSc, Statistics,Mathematics, Computer Science

BSc, Zoology,Botany, Chemistry

MSc, Physics

MSc, Statistics

PhD, Statistics

malayalam film review-SAKUDUMBAM SHYAMALA

2010-07-27T18:07:00.002+05:30

SAKUDUMBAM SHYAMALA

After Saji Surendran, another miniscreen serial director, Radhakrishnan Mangalath is making his debut in big screen with the script of Krishna Poojappura, who had already delivered two big hits. If you people have any expectation like serial director's movie will also somewhat like a TV Serial, just change that mentality. Already Saji Surendran broke that. Radhakrishnan Mangalath makes an impressive debut with Sakudumbam Shyamala which is 101% family comedy entertainer.

Story
Shyamala(Urvashi), sister of Shekharan(Nedumudi Venu), eloped with Vasudevan(Saikumar) in her early days. This creates seperation between them. Now Shyamala is the mother of Aakash(Kunchacko Boban). She still wants to win over her brother who is a collector. She wants her son to marry an american malayalee girl. Her husband is a clerk in Shekharan's office. Enters the picture Kollamkaavu Pappan(Suraj Venjaarammood) who is a local political party leader.Nandana(Bhama) is co-worker of Aakash & both are in love too. After some interesting sequences Shyamala becomes a minister by defeating Nandana's father played by Balachandran Chullikkaad. What happens when sister comes above her brother is the rest of the story.

Performances
Urvashi as Shyamala, a housewife with lots of ambition & love, simply rocked with smart voice modulation with original Trivandrum slang like "Entharu makkale??" Nothing more to say, SIMPLY SUPERB. Negative I felt was her costumes in second half.

Kunchacko Boban as Aakash has nothing much and new to perform, but did his part well with good voice modulation & scenes with Saikumar & Urvashi. Suraj Venjaarammood as Kollamkaavu Pappan was impressive by avoiding his usual set of dialogues & introduced a fresh set of comedies, situational ones. Vasudevan is a great change for Saikumar as well as the viewers. It's a great relief to watch him other than his routine villain roles. He simply rocked with his expressions & dialogues, SUPERB. Nedumudi Venu as Shekharan was good. Jagadeesh finally did a role wihout going over the board in recent times.Bhama has nothing much to do.

It is very important to mention that director has given screen space to all those actors who associated with him in TV serials, including late Monilal as a party leader character in a photograph, Hats off for that.

Songs
Music by M G Sreekumar was above average. Vilicho sung by Yesudas is a simple romantic song in recent times, a good one. The second song in the movie featuring Urvashi, Kunchacko Boban, Sakumar, Nedumudi Venu & Jagadeesh in various costumes of various countries was a good one to watch. BGM was a bit loud at many parts. Don't know why BGM of Mammootty starrer ROUDRAM was used.

Technical
Cinematography by Jibu Jacob was good, especially in Vilicho song & some parts of the movie. Art Direction by SabuRam was above average. Editing was fine.

Script & Direction
It's a hatrick for Krishna Poojappura. No scenes are there in the movie which will make u feel bore. Good dialogues & a racy screenplay, though predictable. The story is nothing new or something offering twists & surprises. Towards the climax just 5-8mins was a bit slow, otherwise nothing else to say as -ve. Direction by debutant Radhakrishnan Mangalath is impressive. He had handled the script very well without making the actors going over the board though the script had loopholes for the actors to do so. Very fast & impressive making from a debutant. We can expect more entertainers from him.

Verdict : Fast comedy family Entertainer
BO Verdict : Hit

Though 3 people were keep on booing from beginning of the movie purposefully, after abt 10-15 min they also started enjoying the movie.

Families will thoroughly enjoy the movie.

Scriptwriter & Director provided whatever they promised through pre-publicity in a much better way than expected.

kuttysrank- malayalam film review

2010-07-27T17:56:00.002+05:30

We always rue the fact that the aesthetic quality of Malayalam cinema has deteriorated to unimaginable levels.

There may be a few genuine reasons for them; one being the parallel cinema movement where film-makers aim only for critical recognition of their work and awards without thinking about the common man or commercial success.
There were a lot of mediocre films that fell into this category of filmmaking which sounded the death knell for Malayalam cinema in general and the parallel movement in particular.

However, there are a few directors who have stuck to the original values of the olden days by producing work of quality. Director Shaji N Karun is one such person whose Kutty Srank starring Mammootty harks back to the olden days.

The film is about a character whose story is told from three different perspectives by three woman he was involved in different stages of his life.

The pivot of the narrative is Srank, and women narrate their experiences with him after he is found dead by the police. Revamma (Padma Priya) is the first to tell her story. She tells about his violent streak when he worked as a servant in her father's house. Revamma is a graduate in medicine from Ceylon, but who refuses to join her father's hospital and wishes to take up Buddhism as a rebellion against her father. Srank had supposedly killed her mother when she was a child.

Up next is Pemmena (Kamalinee Mukherjee) who reveals the social revolutionary side of Srank. How he takes on a priest of an orthodox church who is against the freedom of creative expression. Srank, who is an orphan, does not believe in God. Still, he is given the role of the main lead in the play to be performed during the annual festival of the church which irks the priest and his staunch followers.

The third one is Kali (Meena Kumari) a mute lady who is supposed to be a bad omen by the villagers. She is four months pregnant with Srank's child when she narrates her story of how Srank protected her from the hostile villagers.

We may have seen many stories using this kind of narrative technique. But here the main flaw is that there is no element of surprise or shock employed. It solely depends on Mammootty's skills to pull it off. There may be not much difference in his physical appearance in the three parts but he differentiates the between the three through his mannerisms and dialogue delivery.

Of the three female leads; Padmapriya is dependable as usual. Though she does not have any extraordinary lines or demanding scenes, she still makes her presence felt. The other two actresses -- Kamalinee Mukherjee and Meena Kumari -- have better scope of showing off their histrionic capabilities.

Kutty Srank, Shaji Karun's latest offering may be layered in its narrative techniques but still it depends on Mammootty the actor and may not be for the casual viewer.

kerala ministers Important telephone numbers and adress

2010-07-27T16:52:00.002+05:30

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS
STD CODE THIRUVANANTHAPURAM 0471	Office	Residence
Governor & chancellor: His Excellency R.L. Bhatia	2321100	2321100
Council of Ministers

	Office address / Telephone	Residential Address
Sri. V.S.Achuthanandan Chief Minister	Room No.141,Third Floor, North Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph.0471- 2333812, 2333682, Fax. 0471-2333489	Cliff House, Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram 3 Ph: 0471-2314853, 2318406,
Sri. M.A.Baby Minister for Education and Culture	Room No.208, Second Floor, North Sandwich Block, Govt. Secretariat, Tvm 1. Ph. 2327759, 2327561	Ushus Cliff House Compound Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram - 3 Phone : 0471 - 2725671, 2725673
Sri. Kodiyeri Balakrishnan Minister for Home, Tourism	Room No.216, Third Floor, North Sandwich Block, Govt. Secretariat, Tvm 1. Ph. 2327976, 2327876	Munmohan Bunglow , Kowdiar, Thiruvananthapuram - 3 Phone: 0471 -2 2727842, 2727882
Sri. A.K.Balan Minister for Electricity & SC , ST Welfare	Room No.731, Ground Floor, Speakers Old Chamber, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph. 2335766, 2328440	Prasanth Nanthancode Thiruvananthapuram-3 Ph : 0471- 2313347,2312329
Sri. Binoy Viswam Minister for Forest	Room No.501, Fifth Floor, Secretariat Annexe, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph.0471 - 2335366, 2326677	Nest Cliff House Compound, Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram 3 Ph: 0471 - 2312330, 2312331
Sri. C.Divakaran Minister for Food & Civil Supplies	Room No. 131, Second Floor, North Block Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1 Ph: 0471- 2333254, 2333294	Xanadu Vazhuthacaud, Thiruvananthapuram 14 Ph. 0471- 2325200, 2322415
Sri. P.K.Gurudasan Minister for Labour & Employment and Training	Room No.648, Third Floor, South Block, Govt. Secretariat, Tvm 1. Ph. 2327135, 2326772	Rose House, Thycaud, Thiruvananthapuram Phone: 0471-2323181, 2320451
Sri. P.J.Joseph Minister for Public Works	Room NO. 140 Second Floor, North Block Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1 Ph: 0471 - 2333350, 2333670
Sri. Elamaram Kareem Minister for Industries	Room No.522, Second Floor, South Sandwich Block, Govt. Secretariat, Tthiruvananthapuram 1.
Sri. Mathew T. Thomas Minister for Road Transport	Room No.619, First Floor, South Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph.0471- 2335866, 2333160
Sri. Paloli Mohamed Kutty Minister for Local Self Goverbnment	Room No.506, Fifth Floor, Secretariat Annexe, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph.2335166, 2320284	Asoka Cliff House Compound Thiruvananthapuram 3 Phone: 0471-2312326, 2313295
Sri. N.K.Premachandran Minister for Irrigation	Room No.532, Third Floor, South Sandwich Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1.	Essendene Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram 3 Ph: 0471 - 2318601, 2317651
Sri. K. P. Rajendran Minister for Revenue & Land Reforms	Room No. 358 - B First Floor, Main Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram 1 Ph. 0471-2327039, 2327295
Sri. Mullakkara Ratnakaran Minister for Agriculture	Room No.603, Sixth Floor, Secretariat Annexe, Thiruvananthapuram 1. Ph.0471- 2335466, 2335457
Sri. S.Sharma Minister for Fisheries	Room No . 149 Third Floor, North Block Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram -1 Tel: 0471-2332700, 2333059 Pabx Extn. 202	Pournami Cliff House Compound Nanthancode, Thiruvananthapuram 3 Ph: 0471- 2313308, 2312349
Smt. P. K. Sreemathi Teacher Minister for Health and Family Welfare	Room No. 397 First Floor, Main Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram-1
Sri. G. Sudhakaran Minister for Co-operation	Room No . 647 Second Floor, South Block Government Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram -1 Tel: 0471-2333091, 2333775	Ajantha Vellayambalam Thiruvananthapuram 10 Ph: 0471- 2317952, 2314503
Dr.T. M. Thomas Issac Minister for Finance	Room No. 118, First Floor, North Block, Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram - 1, Phone: 2333849, 2333772
Sri. M. Vijayakumar Minister for Law, Sports and Youth Affairs	Room No. 118 First Floor, North Block Govt. Secretariat, Thiruvananthapuram - 1 Ph. 2333460, 2333487	Lyndhurst Devaswom Board Junction, Nanthancode,Thiruvananthapuram 3 Ph: 0471 - 2318602, 2314652

Police Station Numbers-Kerala

2010-07-16T23:01:00.001+05:30

Trivandrum City
Crime Stopper	471	2461090
Police Control Room	471	2331841
Traffic Helpline	471	1099
Traffic Police Station	471	2558731
Cantonment Police Station	471	2330248
Museum Police Station	471	2315096
Poojappura Police Station	471	2350266
Peroorkada Police Station	471	2433243
Vattiyoorkavu Police Station	471	2360690
Pettah Police Station	471	2743195
Vanchiyoor Police Station	471	2461129
Medical College Police Station	471	2443145
Thumba Police Station	471	2563754
Poonthura Police Station	471	2380729
Valiyathura Police Station	471	2501833
Fort Police Station	471	2461105
Nemom Police Station	471	2390223
Thiruvallam Police Station	471	2381148
Vizhinjam Police Station	471	2480245
Kovalam Police Station	471	2480255
Thampanoor Police Station	471	2326543
Trivandrum Rural
Crime Stopper	471	2316995
Attingal Police Station	470	2622444
Chirayinkeezhu Police Station	470	2640380
Varkala Police Station	470	2602333
Kallambalam Police Station	470	2692066
Kadakkavoor Police Station	470	2656629
Anchuthengu Police Station	470	2656641
Kazhakuttom Police Station	471	2418231
Kadinamkulam Police Station	471	2750265
Mangalapuram Police Station	471	2420275
Venjaramoodu Police Station	472	2872023
Vattappara Police Station	472	2585055
Kilimanoor Police Station	470	2672226
Pallickal Police Station	470	2682026
Pangode Police Station	472	2869223
Nedumangad Police Station	472	2802400
Valiyamala Police Station	471	2567557
Aryanad Police Station	472	2852033
Vilappilssala Police Station	471	2289060
Palode Police Station	472	2840260
Vithura Police Station	472	2856243
Ponmudi Police Station	472	2890222
Kattakada Police Station	471	2290223
Malayinkeezh Police Station	471	2282023
Neyyardam Police Station	471	2272266
Neyyattinkara Police Station	471	2222222
Vellarada Police Station	471	2242023
Balaramapuram Police Station	471	2400366
Poovar Police Station	471	2211100
Kanjiramkulam Police Station	471	2261100
Parassala Police Station	471	2202023
Pozhiyoor Police Station	471	2212100
Kollam District
Crime Stopper	474	2763694
Women Cell	474	2742376
Police Control Room	474	2742072
Kollam East Police Station	474	2742072
Kilikolloor Police Station	474	2711155
Kollam West Police Station	474	2795086
Pallithottam Police Station	474	2742042
Traffic Police Station	474	2745298
Paravoor Police Station	474	2512344
Parippally Police Station	474	2572065
Chathannoor Police Station	474	2593250
Kottiyam Police Station	474	2530100
Kundara Police Station	474	2547239
East Kallada Police Station	474	2585240
Anchalummoodu Police Station	474	2552682
Karunagapally Police Station	476	2620233
Oochira Police Station	476	2690233
Sasthamcotta Police Station	476	2830355
Sooranadu Police Station	476	2851208
Chavara Police Station	476	2680029
Chavara South Police Station	476	2882364
Sakthikulangara Police Station	474	2770966
Punalur Police Station	475	2222700
Pathanapuram Police Station	475	2352200
Kunnicode Police Station	475	2322095
Control Room	474	2450100
Kottarakkara Police Station	474	2454629
Ezhukone Police Station	474	2482088
Pooyapally Police Station	474	2462043
Kadakkal Police Station	474	2422033
Chadayamangalam Police Station 474		2475311
Kulathupuzha Police Station	475	2317529
Thenmala Police Station	475	2344550
Anchal Police Station	475	2273366
Yeroor Police Station	475	2273204
Pathanamthitta District
Crime Stopper	468	1090
Pathanamthitta Police Station	468	2222226
Police Control Room	468	2320226
SI Traffic	468	2320226
Women Cell	468	2222927
Aranmula Police Station	468	2214100
Koipuram Police Station	468	2660246
Chittar Police Station	4735	255226
Moozhiyar Police Station	4735	279190
Kakkad Police Station	4735	258090
Pampa Police Station	4735	202412
Adoor Police Station	4734	224829
Pandalam Police Station	4734	252222
Kodumon Police Station	4734	285229
Koodal Police Station	4734	270100
Konni Police Station	468	2242236
Thannithodu Police Station	468	2382253
Thiruvalla Police Station	469	2600100
Pulikeezhu Police Station	469	2610149
Keezhvaipur Police Station	469	2682226
Perumpetty Police Station	469	2696262
Ranni Police Station	4735	227626
Vechoochira Police Station	4735	265226
Perunad Police Station	4735	240211
Alappuzha District
Crime stopper	477	1090
Alappuzha North Police Station	477	2245541
Control Room	477	2251161
Alappuzha South Police Station	477	2251331
Ambalappuzha Police Station	477	2272022
Punnapra Police Station	477	2287669
Nedumudy Police Station	477	2762222
Pulinkunnu Police Station	477	2702222
Ramankary Police Station	477	2705532
Kainady Police Station	477	2747242
Cherthala Police Station	478	2813205
Poochakkal Police Station	478	2522249
Kuthiathode Police Station	478	2562239
Aroor Police Station	478	2872044
Pattanakkad Police Station	478	2592210
Mararikulam Police Station	478	2862391
Muhamma Police Station	478	2862331
Arthungal Police Station	478	2572233
Chengannoor Police Station	479	2452226
Venmani Police Station	479	2352202
Mannar Police Station	479	2312224
Edathua Police Station	479	2212237
Veeyapuram Police Station	479	2319711
Mavelikkara Police Station	479	2302238
Kurathikadu Police Station	479	2333500
Vallikunnam Police Station	479	2335240
Nooranadu Police Station	479	2386344
Kayamkulam Police Station	479	2445929
Kanakakunnu Police Station	479	2430629
Kareelakulangara Police Station	479	2472011
Harippad Police Station	479	2412626
Thrikkunnappuzha Police Station 479	475	2482026
Kottayam District
Crime Stopper	481	2564028
Kottayam East Police Station	481	2560333
Gandhinagar Police Station	481	2597210
Traffic Police Station	481	2302977
Women Cell	481	2302977
Kottayam West Police Station	481	2567210
Kumarakom Police Station	481	2524339
Changanassery Police Station	481	2420100
Control Room	481	2410100
Vakathanam Police Station	481	2462296
Chingavanam Police Station	481	2430587
Karukachal Police Station	481	2485126
Ettumanoor Police Station	481	2535517
Kuravilangadu Police Station	482	2230323
Kanjirappally Police Station	4828	202800
Mundakkayam Police Station	4828	272317
Ponkunnam Police Station	4828	221240
Pallikkathode Police Station	481	2551066
Manimala Police Station	4828	247141
Erumeli Police Station	4728	210233
Pampady Police Station	481	2505322
Manarcaud Police Station	481	2370288
Pala Police Station	482	2212334
Vaikkom Police Station	4829	221330
Kidangoor Police Station	4822	254195
Kaduthuruthy Police Station	4829	282323
Velloor Police Station	4829	257160
Ramapuram Police Station	4829	260252
Marangattupally Police Station	4829	251065
Erattupettah Police Station	4829	272228
Melukkavu Police Station	4829	219058
Thidanadu Police Station	4829	235295
Idukki District
Crime Stopper	4862	232356
Thodupuzha Police Station	4862	222494
Kaliyar Police Station	4862	245334
Karimannoor Police Station	4862	262434
Kanjar Police Station	4862	252034
Karinkunnam Police Station	4862	242336
Kulamavu Police Station	4862	259904
Idukki Police Station	4862	235229
Murikkassery Police Station	4868	263250
Kanjikuzhy Police Station	4862	239280
Karimanal Police Station	485	2552278
Munnar Police Station	4865	230321
Marayur Police Station	4865	252210
Devikulam Police Station	4865	264225
Santhanpara Police Station	4868	247211
Adimaly Police Station	4864	222145
Rajakkad Police Station	4868	242325
Vellathooval Police Station	4864	276254
Nedumkandam Police Station	4868	232045
Kattappana Police Station	4868	272263
Vandanmedu Police Station	4868	277050
Cumbummettu Police Station	4868	279250
Kumily Police Station	4869	222049
Vandiperiyar Police Station	4869	252244
Peermedu Police Station	4869	232085
Upputhara Police Station	4869	244315
Peruvanthanam Police Station	4869	280347
Kochi City
Control Room	484	2366100
Traffic Police Station West	484	2394218
Traffic Police Station East	484	2344852
Traffic Mattanchery	484	2225721
Traffic Thrippunithura 484		2777831
Ernakulam Central Police Station 484		2394500
Vanitha Police Station	484	2394250
Harbour Police Station	484	2666005
Mulavukad Police Station	484	2750772
Ernakulam South Police Station	484	2352350
Ernakulam North Police Station	484	2390280
Mattanchery Police Station	484	2224066
Fort Kochi Police Station	484	2215055
Kannamali Police Station	484	2247461
CI Palluruthy	484	2232944
Cochin Kasba Police Station	484	2232944
Thoppumpady Police Station	484	2224033
Kalamassery Police Station	484	2532050
Eloor Police Station	484	2546365
Thrikkakara Police Station	484	2422365
Cheranalloor Police Station	484	2430227
Hill palace Police Station	484	2780228
Ambalamedu Police Station	484	2720491
Panangad Police Station	484	2700201
Ernakulam Rural
Passport Cell	484	2622223
Crime Stopper	484	2630238
Aluva Police Station	484	2624006
Control Room, Aluva 484		2621100
Binanipuram Police Station	484	2627083
Traffic Unit Aluva	484	2623444
Chengamanad Police Station	484	2474057
Kalady Police Station	484	2462360
North Parur Police Station	484	2445525
Varapuzha Police Station	484	2513073
Vadakkekara Police Station	484	2482016
Puthenvelikkara Police Station	484	2487098
Narakkal Police Station	484	2492328
Munambom Police Station	484	2488023
Perumbavoor Police Station	484	2523226
Kodanad Police Station	484	2649015
Kunnathunadu Police Station	484	2688260
Thadiyittaparamba Police Station 484		2682260
Angamali Police Station	484	2452328
Ayyampuzha Police Station	484	2696660
Kuruppampady Police Station	484	2523526
Kottappady Police Station	485	2843213
Muvattupuzha Police Station	485	2832304
Puthencruz Police Station	484	2760264
Ramamangalam Police Station	484	2277223
Kalloorkadu Police Station	485	2277235
Vazhakulam Police Station	485	2260258
Kothamangalam Police Station	485	2862328
Oonnukal Police Station	485	2855253
Pothanikadu Police Station	485	2562031
Kuttampuzha Police Station	485	2588280
Piravom Police Station	485	2242158
Koothattukulam Police Station	485	2252323
Mulanthuruthy Police Station	484	2740262
Thrissur District
Crime Stopper	484	2630238
Aluva Police Station	484	2624006
Control Room, Aluva 484		2621100
Binanipuram Police Station	484	2627083
Traffic Unit Aluva	484	2623444
Chengamanad Police Station	484	2474057
Kalady Police Station	484	2462360
North Parur Police Station	484	2445525
Varapuzha Police Station	484	2513073
Peechi Police Station	487	2699320
Pudukkad Police Station	480	2751336
Varandarappally Police Station	480	2760150
Kodakara Police Station	480	2720287
Vellikulangara Police Station	480	2740542
Kunnamkulam Police Station	4885	222211
Peramangalam Police Station	487	2307237
Vadakkekad Police Station	487	2542390
Chavakkad Police Station	487	2507352
Pavaratty Police Station	487	2643360
Guruvayoor Police Station	487	2556362
Vadakkanchery Police Station	4884	232223
Erumapetty Police Station	4885	262240
Chelakkara Police Station	4884	252034
Pazhayannur Police Station	4884	225050
Cheruthuruthy Police Station	4884	262401
Irinjalakuda Police Station	480	2825228
Kattoor Police Station	480	2877590
Cherpu Police Station	487	2342220
Nedupuzha Police Station	487	2447511
Chalakkudy Police Station	480	2708331
Vettilappara Police Station	480	2769004
Malakkapara Police Station	425	3237262
Koraty Police Station	480	2732593
Mala Police Station	480	2890241
Kodungallur Police Station	480	2802321
Valappad Police Station	487	2391236
Mathilakom Police Station	480	2850257
Vadanappally Police Station	487	2600540
Women & Child help line	487	1098
Palakkad District
Crime Stopper	491	1090
Passport Cell	491	2536888
Town South Police Station	491	2537368
Control Room	491	2525340
Traffic Police Station	491	2522340
Women’s Unit	491	2522340
Town North Police Station	491	2502375
Mankara Police Station	491	2872222
Kasaba Police Station	491	2566148
Walayar Police Station	491	2862264
Chittur Police Station	492	3222338
Kozhinjampara Police Station	492	3272224
Hemambika Nagar Police Station 492		2555208
Malampuzha Police Station	492	2815284
Kongad Police Station	492	2845230
Alathur Police Station	4922	222323
Kottayi Police Station	4922	285501
Kuzhalmannam Police Station	4922	272032
Pudunagaram Police Station	4923	252255
Wadakkancherry Police Station	4922	255100
Mangalam Dam Police Station	4922	262100
Kollengode Police Station	4923	262329
Parambikulam Police Station	425	3277224
Nenmara Police Station	4923	243399
Padagiri Police Station	4923	246237
Ottappalam Police Station	4662	244325
Shornur Police Station	466	2222406
Pattambi Police Station	466	2212224
Thrithala Police Station	466	2272004
Chalissery Police Station	466	2256254
Cherpulassery Police Station	466	2282235
Sreekrishnapuram Police Station 466		2261233
Mannarkkad Police Station	4924	222290
Nattukal Police Station	4924	236250
Agali Police Station	4924	254222
Sholayur Police Station	4924	254355
Malappuram District
Crime Stopper	483	2738660
Malappuram Police Station	483	2734966
Control Room	483	2734966
Vengara Police Station	494	2450210
Kondotty Police Station	483	2712041
Vazhakkad Police Station	483	2725212
Tirurangadi Police Station	494	2460331
Thenhipalam Police Station	494	2400260
Manjeri Police Station	483	2766852
Areacode Police Station	483	2850222
Perinthalmanna Police Station	4933	227231
Kolathur Police Station	4933	203244
Pandikad Police Station	483	2783222
Melattur Police Station	4933	278221
Karuvarakundu Police Station	4931	280210
Wandoor Police Station	4931	247027
Kalikavu Police Station	4931	257222
Edavanna Police Station	483	2785268
Nilambur Police Station	4931	220241
Edakkara Police Station	4931	275222
Vazhikadavu Police Station	4931	275233
Tirur Police Station	494	2422046
Kottakkal Police Station	483	2742253
Tanur Police Station	494	2440221
Parappanangadi Police Station	494	2410260
Ponnani Police Station	494	2666037
Changaramkulam Police Station 494		2650437
Perumpadappu Police Station	494	2670259
Valanchery Police Station	494	2644343
Kalpakanchery Police Station	494	2457022
Kuttipuram Police Station	494	2608250
Kozhikode City
Crime Stopper	495	2720090
Kozhikode Town Police Station	495	2366232
Chemmangad Police Station	495	2304178
Kozhikode Kasaba Police Station 495		2722286
Panniankara Police Station	495	2320860
Nallalam Police Station	495	2420643
Feroke Police Station	495	2402230
Beypore Police Station	495	2414002
Medical College Police Station	495	2357691
Mavoor Police Station	495	2483124
Nadakkavu Police Station	495	2766433
Elathur Police Station	495	2462045
Chevayur Police Station	495	2371403
Kunnamangalam Police Station	495	2200256
Vanitha Police Station	495	2724070
Wayanad District
Crime stopper	4936	202521
Traffic Unit	4936	202524
Kalpetta Police Station	4936	202400
Meppadi Police Station	4936	282433
Meenangadi Police Station	4936	247204
Kambalakkad Police Station	4936	286635
Vythiri Police Station	4936	255225
Padinjarethara Police Station	4936	273401
Mananthavady Police Station	4935	240232
Thirunelly Police Station	4935	210264
Thalapuzha Police Station	4935	256262
Vellamunda Police Station	4935	230332
S.Battery Police Station	4935	220400
Ambalavayal Police Station	4935	260436
Pulpally Police Station	4935	240294
Kenichira Police Station	4936	211545
Kannur District
Crime Stopper	497	1090
SHO Kannur Town	497	2763337
SHO Traffic Police Station	497	2763338
Kannur City Police Station	497	2731187
Edakkad Police Station	497	2832022
Chackarackal Police Station	497	2851669
Valapattanam Police Station	497	2778100
Kannapuram Police Station	497	2860244
Iritty Police Station	490	2491221
Ulikkal Police Station	498	2228121
Karikottakari Police Station	490	2454520
Aralam Police Station	490	2454540
Thalassery Police Station	490	2323352
SHO Dharmadam Police Station 490		2323353
Mattannur Police Station	490	2471244
Irikkur Police Station	498	2257100
Peravoor Police Station	490	2444453
Kelakom Police Station	490	2412043
Maloor Police Station	490	2400440
Kuthuparamba Police Station	490	2361221
Kolavallur Police Station	490	2462025
Panur Police Station	490	2315181
Chockli Police Station	490	2338223
Kannavam Police Station	490	2301100
Kathirur Police Station	490	2305888
Thaliparamba Police Station	498	2203100
Pazhangadi Police Station	498	2870233
Payyannur Police Station	498	5203032
Peringome Police Station	498	5236232
Alakode Police Station	498	2255252
Kudiyanmala Police Station	498	2218240
Sreekandapuram Police Station	498	2230224
Payyavoor Police Station	498	2210130
Kasargode District
Kasargod Police Station	4994	230100
Control Room	4994	222960
Kumbla Police Station	4998	213037
Manjeswar Police Station	4998	272640
Adhur Police Station	4994	260024
Badiadukka Police Station	4998	284033
Bedakom Police Station	4994	205238
Hosdurg Police Station	497	2204229
Bekal Police Station	497	2236224
Vellarikundu Police Station	497	2242300
Chittarikal Police Station	497	2221054
Rajapuram Police Station	497	2224029
Nileshwar Police Station	497	2280240
Cheemeni Police Station	497	2250220
Chandera Police Station	497	2210242

Kerala-Police Control Rooms

2010-07-16T22:58:00.001+05:30

1. Thiruvananthapuram City:	100/0471-2331843
2. Thiruvananthapuram Rural:	100/0471-2316995
3. Kollam:	100/0474-2746000
4. Pathanamthitta:	100/0468-2222226
5. Alappuzha:	100/0477-2251166
6. Kottayam:	100/0481-5550400
7. Idukki:	100/04862-221100
8. Ernakulam City:	100/0484-2359200
9. Ernakulam Rural:	100/0484-2621100
10. Thrissur:	100/0487-2424193
11. Palakkad:	100/0491-2522340
12. Malappuram:	100/0483-2734966
13. Kozhikode City:	100/0495-2721831
14. Kozhikode Rural	100/0496-2523091
15. Wayanad:	100/04936-205808
16. Kannur:	100/0497-2763337
17. Kasargod:	100/04994-222960

Kasargode District-Police stations

2010-07-16T22:55:00.001+05:30

Kasargode District
Kasargod PS	4994	230100
Control Room	4994	222960
Kumbla PS	4998	213037
Manjeswar PS	4998	272640
Adhur PS	4994	260024
Badiadukka PS	4998	284033
Bedakom PS	4994	205238
Hosdurg PS	497	2204229
Bekal PS	497	2236224
Vellarikundu PS	497	2242300
Chittarikal PS	497	2221054
Rajapuram PS	497	2224029
Nileshwar PS	497	2280240
Cheemeni PS	497	2250220

Kasargod-district-administration-important-telephone-numbers

2010-07-16T22:36:00.001+05:30

District Collector & District Magistrate
256400 (Office)
256600 (Resi.)
Mobile : 9447496600

Additional District Magistrate & Deputy Collector (General) - Phone : 255833 (Office)

Revenue Divisional Officer & Sub Divisional Magistrate,
Kasargod at Kanhangad
Phone : 204298 (04672) (Office)
Phone : 204798 (04672) (Resi.)
Mobile : 9447100298

Deputy Collector (LR) - Phone : 255211
Deputy Collector (RR) - Phone : 255010
Deputy Collector (Housing) - Phone : 255010
Deputy Collector (Election) - Phone : 04672 255085, 04672 255050
Deputy Collector (Land Acquisition) - Phone : 04672 255211

Collectorate - 255010

Finance Officer - 255211 Ext 1

Tahsildar, Kasargod Taluk - 04672 230021, Mobile : 9447030021
Tahsildar, Hosdurg Taluk - Phone : 204042 (04672), Mobile : 9447494042
Tahsildar, (R.R), Kasargod - Phone : 230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (Land Acq.), Kasargod - Phone : 230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (Land Acq., Railway), Kasargod - Phone : 230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (L.R), Kasargod - Phone : 230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (L.R.) Kanhangad at Nileshwar - Phone : 704042

Government Offices
District Informatics Officer,
District Informatics Centre (NIC),
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 256205

District Information Officer
District Information Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255145

District Planning Officer
District Planning Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255313

District Supply Officer
District Supply Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255138

District Development Officer
District Development Office for S.Cs
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 256162

Project Officer, D.R.D.A, Kasaragod
District Rural Development Agency
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255944

District Finance Inspecting Officer
District Finance Inspection Wing
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255151(PP)

District Treasury Officer
District Treasury Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255181

Project Officer
District Khadi & Village Industries Office
Railway Station Road, Thayalangadi, Kasargod
Phone : 230505

District Employment Officer
District Employment Exchange
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255582

District Registrar
District Registration Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255405

District Animal Husbandary Officer
District Animal Husbandary Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255483

District Labour Officer
District Labour Office
Kasaragod
Phone : 230117

District Medical Officer (Health)
District Medical Office (Health)
Kasargod at Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-203118

District Medical Officer (Homoeo)
District Medical Office (Homoeo)
Kasargod at Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-206886

District Medical Officer (I.S.M)
District Medical Office (I.S.M)
Kasargod at Nileshwar, Nileshwar
Phone : 04672-280974

Store Superintendent
District Medical Stores
Lakshmi Nagar, Alamipally, Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-201838

District Probation Officer
District Probation Office
Kasargod
Phone : 230004

District & Session Judge
District Session Court
Vidyanagar, Kasargod
Phone : 255390

District Stationery Officer
District Stationery Office
Near Railway Station, Kasargod
Phone : 224307

District Insurance Officer
District Insurance Office
Kasargod
Phone : 226027

District Soil Conservation Officer
District Soil Conservation Office
Bank Road, Kasaragod
Phone : 224658

District Food Inspector
District Food Inspector's Office
Vidyanagar, Kasargod
Phone : 230440 (PP)

District Lottery Officer
District Lottery Office
Kasargod
Phone : 230089

District Social Welfare Officer
District Social Welfare Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
255074

Taluk Supply Officer
Taluk Supply Office
Kasargod
Phone : 255108

Taluk Supply Officer
Taluk Supply Office
Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-204044

Assistant Development Commisioner (General)
Office of the Assistant Development Commissioner
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255211 Ext.2

Assistant Director (NS)
National Savings
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255151

District Mission Co-ordinator
Kudumbashree
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255127

Regional Deputy Director
Kudumbashree
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255127

Deputy Commissioner
Commercial Taxes
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 256262

Deputy Director of Education
Education Dept
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255033

Deputy Director of Panchayat
Panchayath Department
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255782

District Tribal Development Officer
Tribal Development
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255466

Joint Registrar (General)
Office of the Co-Operative Societies
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255385

Joint Registrar (Audit)
Office of the Co-Operative Societies
Co-operative Town Bank Bldg., Kasaragod
Phone : 220428 PP

Regional Transport Officer
Regional Transport Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255290

Assistant Controller
Legal Metrology District
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 256228

District Project Officer
I.C.D.S Cell
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255074

Principal Agricultural Officer/ Joint Director of Agriculture
Principal Agricultural Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255346

District Town Planner
Town Planning
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255184

Youth Co-Ordinator
Nehru Yuva Kendra
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 255144

Zilla Sainik Welfare Officer
Zilla Sainik Welfare Office
Near Taluk Office, Kasaragod.
Phone : 230866

Assistant Director (DiaryDevelopment)
Dairy Development
Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-204475

Deputy Director of Fisheries
Fisheries Department
Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-202537

Regional Electrical Inspector
Regional Electrical Inspectorate
Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-203252

Assistant Commissioner
Hindu Religion and Charitable Endowment
Kanhangad

Executive Engineer
P.W.D.(Irrigation Division) Kasaragod
Chattanchal,P.O.Thekkil
Phone : 290709(PP)

Executive Engineer
P.W,.D.(Minor Irrigation Division)
Pulikkunnu, Kasaragod
Phone : 230699

Executive Engineer
P.W.D .(Buildings Division)
Pulikkunnu, Kasaragod
Phone : 230542

Executive Engineer
P.W.D.(Roads Division)
Pulikkunnu, Kasaragod
Phone : 230304

Asst. Executive Engineer
P.W.D. (N.H.Sub Division)
Pulikkunnu, Kasaragod

Drugs Inspector
Office of Drugs Inspector
Kasargod at Kanhangad

Supdt.Of Police
Office of the Supdt. Of Police
Pulikkunnu, Kasargod
Phone : 230461,230071,230461(FAX)

Deputy Director
Economics & Statistics District Office
Near Railway Station, Kasargod
Phone : 230474

Geologist
Dept. of Mining & Geology
Near DEO Office, Thayalangadi, Kasargod
Phone : 230880

District Officer
Ground Water Department
Vidyanagar, Kasargod
Phone : 255392

Asst. Excise Commissioner
Excise Division Office
Kasargod
Phone : 230728

Circle Inspector
Excise Circle Office, Kasargod
Fort Road, Kasargod
Phone : 230262

Circle Inspector
Excise Circle Office, Hosdurg
Arangadi, Kanhangad
Phone : 04672-204125

Asst. Commandant
Armed Reserve Police
Udayagiri, Kasargod
Phone : 230088

General Manager
District Industries Centre
Vidyanagar, Kasargod
Phone : 230749

Executive Engineer
Kerala Water Authority
Kasargod
Phone : 230411

Executive Engineer
P.W.D.(District Panchayat Division)
District Panchayath Office, Kasargod

Asst.Youth welfare Officer,
Youth Welfare Office
Civil Station, Kasargod
Phone : 230144

Deputy Director
Local Fund Audit Office
New Bus Stand Building, Kasargod
Phone : 226040

District Officer
Kerala Public Service Commission
Near Taluk Office Kasargod
Phone : 230102

Revenue Divisional Officer
Revenue Divisional Office - Kasargod at Kanhangad
Near Taluk Office, Hosdurg
Phone : 04672-204298

Kasargod-Important Telephone Numbers of District Administration

2010-07-16T22:12:00.002+05:30

Important Telephone Numbers of District Administration -Kasargod
OFFICE AUTHORITY	(Code: 04994)
District Collector & District Magistrate	256400 (Office) 256600 (Resi.) Mobile : 9447496600
Additional District Magistrate & Deputy Collector (General)	255833 (Office)
Revenue Divisional Officer & Sub Divisional Magistrate, Kasargod at Kanhangad	204298 (04672) (Office) 204798 (04672) (Resi.) Mobile : 9447100298
Deputy Collector (LR)	255211
255211	255010
Deputy Collector (Housing)	255010
Deputy Collector (Election)	255085 255050
Deputy Collector (Land Acquisition)	255211
Collectorate	255010
Finance Officer	255211 Ext 1
Tahsildar, Kasargod Taluk	230021 Mobile : 9447030021
Tahsildar, Hosdurg Taluk	204042 (04672) Mobile : 9447494042
Tahsildar, (R.R), Kasargod	230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (Land Acq.), Kasargod	230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (Land Acq., Railway), Kasargod	230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (L.R), Kasargod	230021
Spl. Tahsildar, (L.R.) Kanhangad at Nileshwar	704042

Nileswaram Railway Timetable

2010-07-16T21:39:00.002+05:30

Train Code	Train Name	Arriaval	Departure	Stop time	Days of run
2602	Chennai Mail	14:34	14:35	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6629A	Malabar Exp	Source	Destination		Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6629	Malabar Exp	07:49	07:50	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6630	Malabar Express	19:53	19:55	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2617	Mangala Ldweep	20:23	20:25	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6347	Mangalore Exp	09:15	09:16	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2601	Mangalore Mail	10:38	10:39	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6108	Maq Chennai Exp	08:09	08:10	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6603	Maveli Express	18:58	19:00	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6604	Maveli Express	06:53	06:55	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2618	Mngla Lksdp Exp	01:58	02:00	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6107	Ms Mangalore Ex	19:54	19:55	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6350	Parasuram Exp	05:30	05:32	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6349	Parasuram Exp	18:44	18:45	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6348	Trivandrum Exp	15:55	15:55	1440 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6627	West Coast Exp	02:56	02:58	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6628	West Coast Exp	22:46	22:48	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Kanhangad Railway Timetable

2010-07-16T21:26:00.002+05:30

Train Code	Train Name	Arriaval	Departure	Stop time	Days of run
2686	Chennai Exp	17:03	17:05	2 min	Mon Wed Fri
2602	Chennai Mail	14:23	14:25	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1097	Eranakulam Exp	20:23	20:25	2 min	Sat
6629A	Malabar Exp	Source	Destination		Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6629	Malabar Exp	08:04	08:05	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6630	Malabar Express	19:40	19:45	5 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2617	Mangala Ldweep	20:33	20:35	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2685	Mangalore Exp	07:28	07:30	2 min	Mon Wed Fri
6347	Mangalore Exp	09:26	09:27	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2601	Mangalore Mail	10:49	10:50	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6108	Maq Chennai Exp	07:59	08:00	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6603	Maveli Express	18:48	18:50	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6604	Maveli Express	07:03	07:05	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2618	Mngla Lksdp Exp	01:48	01:50	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6107	Ms Mangalore Ex	20:06	20:07	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6346	Netravathi Exp	22:09	22:10	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6345	Netravati Exp	05:48	05:50	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6350	Parasuram Exp	05:18	05:20	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6349	Parasuram Exp	18:54	18:55	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1098	Poorna Express	05:49	05:50	1 min	Mon
6348	Trivandrum Exp	15:41	15:43	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6334	Veraval Express	03:28	03:30	2 min	Mon
6333	Vrl Tvc Express	14:46	14:48	2 min	Thu
6627	West Coast Exp	03:13	03:15	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6628	West Coast Exp	22:38	22:40	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

Kasaragod Railway Timetable

2010-07-16T21:11:00.002+05:30

Train Code	Train Name	Arriaval	Departure	Stop time	Days of run
2686	Chennai Exp	16:43	16:45	2 min	Mon Wed Fri
2602	Chennai Mail	14:01	14:02	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1097	Eranakulam Exp	19:58	20:00	2 min	Sat
6336	Gandhidham Exp	03:58	04:00	2 min	Tue
2201	Kcvl Garib Rath	08:50	08:55	5 min	Mon Fri
2654	Kerla S Kranti	02:48	02:50	2 min	Wed
2202	Ltt Garib Rath	19:58	20:00	2 min	Thu Sun
6629A	Malabar Exp	Source	Destination		Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6629	Malabar Exp	08:39	08:40	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6630	Malabar Express	19:08	19:10	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2617	Mangala Ldweep	21:03	21:05	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2685	Mangalore Exp	07:58	08:00	2 min	Mon Wed Fri
6347	Mangalore Exp	09:59	10:00	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2601	Mangalore Mail	11:18	11:20	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6108	Maq Chennai Exp	07:37	07:38	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2977	Maru Sagar Exp	03:58	04:00	2 min	Sun
2978	Maru Sagar Exp	19:58	20:00	2 min	Fri
6603	Maveli Express	18:29	18:30	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6604	Maveli Express	07:33	07:35	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
2618	Mngla Lksdp Exp	01:23	01:25	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6107	Ms Mangalore Ex	20:39	20:40	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6335	Nagercoil Exp	14:18	14:20	2 min	Fri
06687	Mdu Jammu Exp	17:03	17:05	2 min	Mon
6687	Navyug Exp	17:03	17:05	2 min	Mon
6688	Navyug Express	17:28	17:30	2 min	Thu
6346	Netravathi Exp	22:49	22:50	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6345	Netravati Exp	05:23	05:25	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6337	Okha Ers Expres	14:18	14:20	2 min	Mon Sat
6338	Okha Express	03:58	04:00	2 min	Wed Fri
6350	Parasuram Exp	04:57	04:58	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6349	Parasuram Exp	19:24	19:25	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1098	Poorna Express	06:29	06:30	1 min	Mon
2653	Sampark Kranthi	19:39	19:40	1 min	Sat
6348	Trivandrum Exp	15:14	15:15	1 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6334	Veraval Express	03:58	04:00	2 min	Mon
6333	Vrl Tvc Express	14:18	14:20	2 min	Thu
6627	West Coast Exp	03:38	03:40	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
6628	West Coast Exp	22:13	22:15	2 min	Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

World Cup Theme Waka Lyrics shakira

2010-06-28T08:23:00.001+05:30

Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) Lyrics
Artist(Band):Shakira

Oooeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeehh

You're a good soldier
Choosing your battles
Pick yourself up
And dust yourself off
Get back in the saddle

You're on the front line
Everyone's watching
You know it's serious
We are getting closer
This isn't over

The pressure is on
You feel it
But you got it all
Believe it

When you fall get up, oh oh
If you fall get up, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Cuz this is Africa
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa

Listen to your God
This is our motto
Your time to shine
Don't wait in line
Y vamos por todo

People are raising
Their expectations
Go on and feed them
This is your moment
No hesitations

Today's your day
I feel it
You paved the way
Beleive it

If you get down get up, oh oh
When you get down get up, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa

[Lady Singing]

[Voice:]
Tsamina mina, Anawa a a
Tsamina mina
Tsamina mina, Anawa a a

Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a
Tsamina mina, eh eh
Waka waka, eh eh
Tsamina mina zangalewa
This time for Africa

[2x]
Django eh eh [2x]
Tsamina mina zangalewa
Anawa a a

[2x]
This time for Africa

[2x]
We're all Africa

Yakshagana

2010-06-20T19:16:00.003+05:30

Yakshagana

Yakshagana is one of the most important folk theatres of Karnataka and Kasargod which has brought fame to this region. Every village in Kasargod Taluk is familiar with this art and there are a good number of artistes. The Terukkuthu of Tamilnadu, Koodiyatam and chakyarkuttu of Kerala, Veedhinataka of Andhra Pradesh can be considered as sister art forms. Yakshagana was originally known by different names like-Bayalata (in Kannada Bayalata means play played in open air). The stories of Yakshagana were drawn from the Ramayana , Mahabharatha , Bhagavatha and from other mythological episodes.

The struggle between the good and the evil and the ultimate triumph of the Good. Almost all ancient arts are having a common world, in one way other related to God-worship. Ethical Values are better inculcated in the minds of people through entertainment. Yakshagana no doubt is an ancient performing art. Some are of the opinion that Yakshagana evolved from the ancient form of Bhutha-Worship(Theyyam). Bhutha-Worship is very popular in South Canara of Karnataka and Kasaragod Dist. of Kerala. In the process of evolution Yakshagana was also influenced by the Folk Dance, Song, Sanskrit Drama and also from Bharata's Natyashasthra. South Canara Dist. and Kasaragod District of Kerala (erstwhile South Canara Dist prior to State Re-organisation) is the motherland Yakshagana. Parthisubba one of the Pioneer of Yakshagana is the gift of this District.

The dance drama Yakshagana is broadly divided into two 1. Moodalapaya 2 Paduvalapaya. The Moodalapaya is divided into Doddata and Sannata which are crude forms of Yakshagana i.e., purely folkform The Paduvalapaya is again divided into Thenkuthittu and Badaguthittu. The Badaguthittu is very popular in North Canara Dist. of Karnataka and Thenkuthittu is in the erstwhile South Canara Dist.(including Kasargod Dist). These two groups are distinguished by their costumes used by the troupes and the dance style (Angika). Thenkuthittu costumes resembles with the Kathakali to a certain extent. The term Yakshagana would mean a style of music and it is a musical dance drama played in the open air and called as Bayalata (Open air drama). In Yakshagana music and speech go hand in hand and it could reach a good distance without our modern sound system.

The main attraction of yakshagana is stage craft where characters like Gods, Demons and Sanyasis are presented in a supernatural atmosphere and the audience are carried to a world of fantasy. In olden days it is performed usually at night lasting from 9.00PM to 6.00AM in the open-air. The stage of Yakshagana is rectangular in shape measuring about15'x 30' prescribing the rule in the given sanskrit sloka.

Panchahasthena visthirnam dasahasthena unnatham
Ardhachandrapramanena thistathe rangamantapam

Another sanskirt sloka also lays down the rules for the seating of Himmela(Background music)

Vamabhage mrindagecha dakshine thaladharika
Thanmadhyae geethaprasnajah thatvaswe shruthipalakah
Sammukhe narthaki chaiva thadvame hasyakarakah
Natyadhipo poorvamukhe shobhitham rangamantapam.

One side of the stage floor Bhagavatha sits with his accompaniment. Bhagavatha is the Narrator, Director or can be called as Suthradhara. He also sings with the accompaniment of Tala(Jagate) Mridanga(Maddale), Harmonium(Shruthi) and Chakrathala. Besides high pictched 'Chende' is used in special occasions. In olden days oil lamps were used to light the stage. The text of the yakshagana is called "Yakshagana Prasanga" which is narrated in sets of songs. These songs are set of different Ragas and Talas presented according to the "Kalas" ( Periods of night). There are about 100 ragas in yakshagana Some of the Ragas of yakshagana are not heard of in Karnataka Music viz., Panchagandhi, Gopanitem Kore,Koravy etc, The characters will dance to the tune of the songs followed by the dialogue in kannada. The dialogue is presented extempore the framework of the text of songs. The yakshagana is a total theatre because it has everything of a performing art. It entertains and enlighten both the learned and the illiterate.The yakshagana performances starts and ends with the prayer to Lord Ganesha.

Systematic training in dance, music, dialogue and makeup(Dressing) is necessary for an artist. Dialogue and makeup can be learnt only by practice. Navaras (Veera, Sringara, Karuana etc) are expressed by these artists All forms of Abhinaya viz., Angika, Vachika, Aaharya and Bhava follow a fixed development over the centuries. The only art to which the yakshagana of coastal Karnataka can be compared is Kathakali in Malayalam. But the highly stylised expression of motions through the various Mudras peculiar to Kathakali is not observed here. The Characters of this art can be distinguished as Romantic and Demonical. The Role of Karna, Arjuna etc are treated as romantic role, using colourful and pleasing costumes whereas Ravana, Mahishasur, Duryodhana etc are treated as demonical role and their facial makeup is very intricate resembling Kathakali techniques painted by the artists himself. The artists playing Satvika and Sringara roles use green shirts named Dagale. Rajasa use Red shirt and Tamasa black shirt. The dress of a character depicts is habit and behaviour. The main alankara of the head is called Kedge-Mundale, Mundas(Pagadi)Kirita Kesarithattu and Mudi. The main colour for the face decoration is called Aradala (Chayam), Ingalika (red), Green, Kadige, Calcium (SUNNA), rice powder and Kumkuma.and the colour of the face is changed according to the nature of the character.

There is another type of Yakshagana called "Yakshagana Koota" or "Talamaddale" It is performed by the artists without makeup and costumes. Musical accompaniment are the same as Yakshagana Bayalata with 'Vachikabhinaya' and the artists create a fascinating dialogue between themselves according to the text of the play.

There are about 10 troupes of Yakshagaga Bayalata in this Dist,.Some troupes have the heritage of 100 to 150 years.

Theyyam

2010-06-20T19:13:00.003+05:30

nullTheyyam

Theyyam or Theyyatom is one of the most outstanding and popular ritual art of northern Kerala particularly now found in the traditional Kolathunadu of the present Kannur and Kasargod District. As a living cult with centuries old traditions, rituals and customs, it embraces almost all castes and classes of Hindu religion. The term theyyam is a corrupt form of Dhaivam or God. It is a rare combination of dance and music and reflects important features of a tribal culture.

The indigenous Theyyam cult under the influence of the great classical Indian tradition incorporated new ideals and legends. However its form and content did not change very much. The popular folk religion based on Theyyam was influenced by the Brahmanical settlements in Kolathunadu like Payyannur and Taliparamba. According to Keralolpathi, a famous historical book, Parasu Rama sanctioned the festival like Kaliyattam to the people of Kerala. Kaliyattam means Theyyattam or Daivattam, which lasts for 3 to 11 days. He assigned the responsibility of Theyyam dance to the indigenous communities like Panan, Velan, Vannan and Malayan. Velan one of the Theyyam dancers are referred to in the sangam literature. According to sangam traditions, he was employed by the mothers of love born girls to exercise the malignant spirits from their daughters. All rituals described in the sangam works and their commentaries are being observed by Velan and other dancing communities.

Ezhimalai, described in the sangam literature, ruled by Udayan Venmon Nannan , is situated in Kolathunadu near Payyannur. Therefore the Tamil sangam culture with variations still continue in this region. The dance of Velan community had taken new forms and developed in to the present day cult of Theyyam over a period of 1500 years. This uninterrupted continuity of sangam traditions makes theyyam a prominent religious system of north Kerala. As a religious and social institution, it has significant place in the cultural history of the region. Under the impact of Aryans the cult of Theyyam had changed substantially incorporating new trends and sub cults along with its tribal character. In short it can be stated that all prominent characteristics of primitive tribal religious worship had widened the stream of Theyyam cult and made it a deep-rooted folk religion of the million. For instance, the cult of mother goddess had an important place in Theyyam. Besides the practice like spirit-worship, hero worship, masathi worship, tree worship, ancestor worship, animal worship, serpent-worship, worship of the goddesses of disease and gramadevatha worship are included in the main stream of Theyyam cult. Under the influence of Aryan myths and legends, a large number of brahmanical gods and goddesses had infiltrated a separate cuts into Theyyam. Along with these gods and goddesses there exists innumerable folk gods and goddesses and most of these goddesses are known as Bhagavathis as a matter of sanskritisation.

Different branches of Brahmanical religion such as Saktism, Vaishnavisam, and Saivism, now dominate the cult of Theyyam. However the forms of propitiation and other rituals are continuation of a historical part. Blood offering is forbidden in several cult centres under the influence of Buddhism,Jainism and Brahmanism. In such centres, separate places outside the outer wall of the shrines are selected for blood offering, preparing traditional (kalam)Kendra as Vadakkemvathil. The Theyyam deities propitiated through cock-sacrifice will not enter inside such shrine walls. On account of the later origin of Vaishnavism in Kerala, it has no vide-spread influence on Theyyam cult. Only a few deities are available under this category. The two major Theyyam deities of Vaishnavism are Vishnumoorthi and Daivathar. The legend of Vishnumoorthy identified the God's migration from Managlore to Kolathunadu as Vishnavism was very popular in the Tuluva country during the 13th century. All other categories of Theyyam deities can be incorporated in Saivism and Saktism. Even ancestors, heroes, animals etc. are deified and included in those categories. In brief, the Theyyam provides a good example for the religious evolution and its different stages in Hinduism. When the cult of Theyyam, borrowed liberally from Brahaminism, the brahmins with their social and caste superiority also patronised the Theyyam gods and goddesses. They established their own Shrines and Kavus(Groves) for Theyyam deities where non-brahmanical rituals and customs are observed. The goddesses like Raktheswari, Chamundi, Someshwari and Kurathi and gods like Vishnumoorthy are propitiated in these house hold shrines. The rituals in such shrines are different from those of the Brahmanical temples Theyyam cult can be said as the religion of the masses. Even the follower of Islam are associated with the cult in its functional aspects. Same of the mappila characters like Ali Chamundi of Alichammundi Devasthan of Kumbla have found a place in the cult.

Performance
The Theyyam dance is generally performed in front of the village shrines.and Tharavadu House, (Joint family House) as ancestor worship with elaborate rites and rituals. There is no stage or curtain and it is performed in an open theatre. A performance of a particular deity according to its significance and hierarchy in the shrine continues for 12 to 24 hours with intervals. The Chief dancer who propitiates the central deity of the shrine has to reside in the the aniyara( green room) and observe vegetarianism, fasting etc. as a part of rituals. Further, after the sunset, this particular dancer would not eat anything as a legacy of Jainism. His make up is done by specialist and others. First part of the performance is usually known as `Thottam’ or `Vellattam’. It is performed in the night without proper make up or decorative costume. Only a small red head dress is worn on this occasion. The dancer along with the drummers recites the particular ritual song which describes the myths and legends of the particular deity. After finishing this primary ritualistic part of the invocation., the dancer returns to the Aniyara( green room). After the interval, he appears with proper make up and costumes and with face painting. There are different types of face painting for which primarily and secondary colours are used. It had effected certain stylization also. Then the dancer comes in front of the shrine or sthanam, and gradually metamorphises’ as the particular deity of shine. After observation of certain rituals, the helpers places the head dress on his head and then dances. In the background folk musical instruments like chenda, Tuti, Kuzhal and Veekni are played with rhythm. All dancers take a shield and sword in their hands as continuation of the cult of weapon. Then the dancer circumambulates the shrine, runs in the courtyard and dances. The Theyyam dance has different steps known as “Kalasams”. Each Kalasam is repeated systematically from first to eight system of footwork. A performance is a combination of plying of musical instruments, vocal recitation, dance and strange make up and costumes. The stage practice of Theyyam and its ritualistic observations make it one of the fascination theatrical arts of India especially in northern Kerala.

Meaning and Social Content
As a sacred theatre followed with elaborate rituals the Theyyam performance has a difficult meaning and social content entirely different from other theatrical forms. The village shrines groves and cult spots are maintained by the caste councils or village elders for bringing prosperity to the village. In such places the village goddess or Bhagavathis named after that particular locality are propitiated as an ancient practice. The Theyyam festival of that particular shrine has a meaning and purpose. The elaborate rituals observed in these shrines including the preparation of the Kalan or square are intended for blessing of the super nature. Along with the Kalan or square an earthen decorated vessel with areca flowers containing toddy is placed on a platform. It symbolises the womb of mother goddesses. It is the significant aspect of the fertility cult. Offerings of cereals, cock blood, red flowers, etc are made in front of the Kalasam or Kalan., These rituals are responsible as being believed for the blessings of the super nature for prosperity in men and women, cattle and wealth. The dancer throws rice on the audience and distributes turmeric powder as symbols of blessings. Turmeric powder has high medicinal value, against small pox, etc.

The entire village folk attend the Theyyam festival in the village shrines and the members of Tharavadu and relatives attend the Theyyam festivals in their Tharavadus. Some of the grand theyyam festivals (Kaliyattoms) of the Vaniya caste, Thiyya caste and Maniyani caste are followed by the common feast for the entire devotees from the cult centre itself such feasts in favour of the mother goddesses and Kaliyattam take place one in 5 years or 25 years. Different castes and communities participate in such festivals.

They share the expenditure by way of donation. Compulsory levy is also imposed up on the members of the particular caste who own the shrine and offerings made by the devotees. The elders settle major disputes and caste conflicts during Theyyam festival. It was an effective way of administration of justice in the medieval period and even continued in the days of British administration.

Training
The Theyyam ritual dance is exclusively performed by the male members of the traditional caste groups like Vannan, Malayan, Velan, Mavilan, Pulayan and Koppalan. These sections belong to scheduled caste and tribes. They are the sole custodians of Theyyam dance. These artists belong to the socially degraded group and only at the time of their performance get a social status and they are been respected by the devotees. It is a seasonal occupation to these groups. It is a social obligation on his part to perform the Theyyam dance in their areas as a hereditary right. Now these people get reasonable payment. Cloth, coconut, rice, paddy and coconut oil are also being given.

Like many other performing arts, there are different areas in Theyyam art which are to be specialised by an artist. An eminent artist generally achieves mastery over all these branches. They are recitation of Theyyam song or Thottam, make up, preparation of costumes, playing of instruments and dancing. There are about one hundred thottam songs pertaining to different gods and goddesses. Some of them are lengthy texts including the legends, myths and traditions of their respective folk deities. These songs are to be memorized by the artist. The methods of recitation and oral revelation like `Varavili` are to be mastered. The ragas or melody vary from one context to the other. Thus he must posses some knowledge of musicology.

Costumes
The make up involves face painting a different styles and body decoration. Different costumes like leaf dress or Tazha Adai, headdress or muti, 'arayoda' or Vattoda and other body decorations are to be prepared by the artists for performance. Some of the costumes are made up of tender coconut leaves and they are used only for single performance. Some head crowns and masks are used in different occasions. Preparation of these items requires proper skill and craftsmanship and perfect knowledge of primary and secondary colour combinations.

The artist has to master the skill to play the folk musical instruments, which have an important place in the Theyyam performance. Most important item of the performance is dancing. Normally instruction is imported when a boy is 7 or 8 years old. It takes 8 or 10 years to master everything of the performance. The teaching of Theyyam dance is given in a `gurukula model’. The eminent dancer teaches his sons, nephews or relatives and when they learn this they will also assist as make up men or drummers. They appear in minor and unimportant items of deities in the village festivals. In certain dance items a dance has to wear burning wicks around his waist and observe fire walk wearing the heavy headdress. He has to learn the method of weight distribution by moving hands, shoulders and legs. There is every possibilities of an accident for an unskilled artist who perform the Theyyam of Muchilot Bhagavathy, Kannangat Bhagavathy and Patakkathi Baghavathi.

Morning hours are used for instruction. Oil massage is applied to the body of a young dancer. A good training in Kalaripayattu is a must for the Theyyam artist who performs the role of hero deities like, Kathivannur Veeran, Poomaruthan, Pataveeran and many others.

The Theyyam traditions and arts inherited by a son from his father, or a nephew from his uncle. This practice continued uninterruptedly for centuries. As it was a ritual art without rituals and rites, it has no existence and thus its growth was arrested and restricted.

Stylization
Theyyam is a developed art form and hence systematic stylization had taken place in the course of its development. Most of the Theyyam dances maintain a unique style pertaining to the performance of each deity, within an particular area. In respect of rituals and songs there may be regional variations, but the visual appearance has no much variations. It is believed that one Manakkadan Gurukkal of Karivellur, a great Theyyam artist, had effected the present style in the 16th or 17th century, under the instruction of Kolathiri Raja. Following this tradition the Kolathiri or chieftains used to distribute the title like Manakkadan, Perumalayan, Peruvannan etc. to the distinguished Theyyam artists.

Theyyam is mainly intended to propagate religions, Hindu mythology, and belief even among the uneducated masses. There the art form is considered only as medium of communication and the cult centre where it is performed is a sacred centre of social organisation . The continued patronage of the masses makes it popular ritual ar
Caste and Agrarian Relations
The agrarian society had contributed the cult of theyyam. This society had been organised in a caste hierarchical system. The inferior caste members had patronized their own Theyyam deities. The main deities propitiated by certain castes are given below.

1. Kammalas or Blacksmith Bali Theyyam
2. Thiyyas or Ezhavas Poomala , Vayanattu Kulavan, Kathivannur Veeran, Poomaruthan, Muthappan etc.
3. Vaniyan (oil monger) Muchilott Bhagavathy
4. Maniyanis Kannangatt Bhagavathy
5. Saliyas Chooliyar Bhagavathy
Apart from the above, many other theyyam deities were propitiated commonly by all castes.

The brahmanical temples and feudal families controlled the affairs of Theyyam. The naduvazhi played an important role in such affairs. One of the rituals of a Theyyam festival is to carry out fire or flame from a local Brahmanical temple to the village shrine. The permission for conducting a festival is necessary from the local landlord or naduvazhi. The landlords and the village elders enjoyed the right to restrict the out castes in their respective shrines. All members of a community were forced to observe traditional caste rules.

Theyyam and Local History
The myths and legends of the Theyyam deities. often relate to the local heroes and heroines. Some of their songs reflect certain episode from the local history. Divinity to these heroes had been attributed by the society. The medieval heroes like Kathivannur veeran, and Thacholi othenan were characters from local history. They were defied and worshipped for their heroism. The goddess Puthiya Bhagavathy (new) and Makkam were heroines of tragic stories. Makkam was considered to be an immoral woman by her beloved brothers. The jealousy of their wives made her a victim of their suspicion. The brothers dropped her and children in a deep well. Later she was elevated as a goddess and she was a chaste woman. This episode from local family history provided the theme for a Theyyam goddesses. A local chieftain wanted to molest a woman who had lost her several children. Her protest against the chieftain resulted in to the punishment by throwing her in a leaky country boat floated on a river. Burning fire wicks were also placed on her head. Later the memory of this woman was kept alive, by the society who elevated her to a goddess named Puthiya Bhagavathy. This Bhagavathy is a disease mother and a goddess of small pox. Many other stories like these could be traced from the myths and legends of several Theyyam gods and goddesses with deep roots in local history.

Geography

2010-06-20T19:11:00.003+05:30

Geography

The district is marked off from the adjoining areas outside the State by the Western Ghats which run parallel to the sea and constitute an almost continuous mountain wall on the eastern side. The Ghats dominate the topography. The coastline is fringed with low cliffs alternating with stretches of sand.

A few miles to the interior, the scene changes and the sand level rises towards the barrier of the Ghats and transforms into low red laterite hills interspersed with paddy fields and coconut gardens.

Based on physical features, the District falls in to three natural division. The low land, bordering the sea, the mid land consisting of the undulating country and the forest, clad high land on the extreme east. There are mainly four types of soils namely, sandy, sand loam, laterite and hill or forest soil. The sandy and the sandy loam soils exist as a continuous narrow belt all along the Western coast about 20 Kms in width.

The land of the district can be categorized in detail as follows.

(a) Steeply slopy hill lands
(b) Upland plateau
(c) Deep gorges with steep side slopper and very narrow valleys
(d) Border valleys bounded by subdued hills
(e) Coastal plain and marine plain, and
(f) Nearly level lowland plains along the coastal plain.

Rivers
There are 12 rivers in this district. The longest is Chandragiri (105 kms) originating from Pattimala in Coorg and embraces the sea at Thalangara, near Kasargod. The river assumes its name Chandragiri from the name of the place of its source Chandragupta Vasti; where the great Maurya emperor Chandragupta is believed to have spent his last days as a sage.

The second longest river is Kariankod (64 kms), across which a dam is being built at Kakkadavu.

Shiriya (61 kms), Uppala (50 kms), Mogral (34 kms), Chithari (25 kms), Nileshwar (47 kms), Kavvayi (23 kms), Manjeswar (16 kms), Kumbala (11 kms), Bekal (11 kms) and Kalanad (8 kms) are the other rivers. These rivers provide ample irrigation facilities

Christian Festivals

2010-06-20T19:09:00.000+05:30

Christian Festivals

The Perunal Festivals of Churches are also famous as far as the District is concerned. There are two famous churches which were constructed during 1879-1880 period. They are at Kasaragod and Bela.

The Church of Our Lady of Dolurus at Kasargod situated near the Railway Station Road constructed during the year 1880 is also famous and the Thirunal Festivals of the Church attracts thousands of people.

The Mother Dolorus Church of Bela is about 11 K.M. on the Kumbla-Badiadka Route. This Gothic Style Roman Catholic church under the Mangalore diocese has celebrated it Centenary recently. Perunal (Thirunal) festival in the Church falls during the month of December every year which attracts large number of people.

Sacred Heart Church at Vorkady, Church at Manjeshwar, ChristuRaja Church at Kayyar, St. Veronica Church at Kumbla., Sacred Heart Church, Ukkinadukka, St.Johns Britanica Church at Narampadi, are the churches constructed between 1911 and 1942, and the Perunals of these churches attracts large number of People.

The other Churches in the District were built after 1943 when the Christians migrated from Travancore to the Eastern hilly areas of the district. The important among them are Rajapuram Church, Ranipuram Church, St Antonys Church at Balal, Christu Raja Church Bheemanadi, St. Marys Church at Kadumeni, St.Geevarghese Church at Kanhiradukkam, St.Sebastian Church at Maloth, Marypuram St.Mary's Church at Karivedakam, St.Thomas Church, Thomapuram, Cherupuzha at Vellarikundu. All these Churches celebrates the annual festivals (Thirunals) in a befitting manner, which attracts thousands of people. Grand processions and firework display makes these festivals colourful.

Muslim Festivals

2010-06-20T19:07:00.001+05:30

Muslim Festivals
Kasargod acquired over the years, considerable importance as a centre of Islam, on the west coast. The District is famous for Mosques. Festivals known as Urooses are celebrated in the Makhams (grave of holly persons) every year. The Makhams are also known as Jarams and Urooses as Nerchas. The famous Urooses in the district are as follows.

Malik Dinar Mosque Uroos
The mosque, Juma Masjid which is one of the best kept and most attractive in the district is located at Thalangara, 2KM. away from Kasargod Town. This is believed to have been founded by Malik Ibu Dinar. It contains the grave of Malik Ibu Dinar and the place is sacred to Muslims. The Uroos conducted in the name of Malik Ibu Mohammed. Once in every three years is very famous. Religious speech is also conducted in connection with this. The one special feature of the Uroos is poor feeding. The Uroos attracts Pilgrims from all over India.

Thangal Uppappa Uroos at Muhayuddin Juma Masjid, Nellikkunnu, Kasargod Thangal Uppappa Uroos at Muhayyuddin Juma Masjid, Nellikkunnu near Kasargod Town is celebrated once in two years in memory of Thangal Uppappa Valiyullahi Mohammed Haneef. This is celebrated during December-January. The Nercha celebration lasts for seven to eleven days. Religious speeches by Muslim scholars are also conducted in connection with the festival. On the last day of the Uroos, mass-feeding takes place. It attract6s people in thousands.

Eriyadi Makham Uroos at Bandadukka, Parappally Makham Uroos at Ambalathara in Hosdurg Taluk. Bekal Makham Uroos Paika Manavatty Uroos etc. are also famous and attracts a large number of people irrespective of caste and religion.

Hindu Festivals

2010-06-20T19:02:00.000+05:30

Hindu Festivals

Sarvajanika Ganeshotsavam at Kasargod Town
This festival is celebrated during September every year in connection with Ganesh Chathurthi, by the local people under the banner of Sarvajanika Ganeshotsava Samithi, Kasaragod. A big idol of Lord Ganesha is made with clay and adorned for five or seven days conducting poojas and on the last day the idol is taken with a procession through the town and to immerse in the Temple tank. This festival attracts thousands of devotees. Ganesh Chathurthi day has been declared as public holiday in Kasargod District.

Annual Festival at Anantheswara Temple, Manjeswaram
The annual car festival of the temple is on the Marga Shira month usually between the 3rd week of November and 3rd week of December. It is also called Shashti festival, which attracts thousands of devotees and pilgrims.

Madhur Srimad Anantheswara Vinayaka Temple annual festival
During the month of March/April every year. 7 days festival. Special festival Moodappa seva conducted periodically in view of the huge expenses involved. A large number of devotees attend the festival.

Mujamkavu Parthasarathi Kshetram Annual Festival
The temple is situated in Ednad village of Kasaragod taluk, 4 Kms. east of Kumbla. The annual festival lasts for seven days during February every year. On the day of 'Thulava Sankramam' a large number of devotees attend the temple for Theertha Snanam, holy bath which is said to be curing skin diseases.

Kumbala Sree Gopalakrishna Temple
Five day festival during the month of January every year. Display of fire works at the end of the festival is very famous.

Adoor Mahalingeswara Temple
Annual Festival of the Temple starts with Dhwajarohanam on the 27th of Kumbam (Feb/March) every year and concludes with the holy dip in the waters of Payaswini on the 4th of Meenam(April) every year. The Makara Sankramam is an important festival day in the temple when a Sahasra Kumbabishekam with feeding of a large number of people takes place.

Mallikarjuna Temple, Kasargod
One of the most important festival of Kasargod town, dedicated to Lord Shiva. The annual festival in the temple falls in the month of March and it attracts huge crowds. The festival lasts for five days. Legend says that the idol of Lord Shiva was adorned by Arjuna.

Mallam Durga Parameswari temple
The temple situates near Bovikanam in Muliyar village about 10 kms away from Kasargod. The temple dedicated to Durga Parameswari. The only one temple from where the devotees get daily annadanam (food). A large number of piligrim visits the temple especially women folk. Tuesday and Friday are very important days in the temple. The annual festival lasts for 7 days, which falls in the month of February-March every year.

Thalaklayi Subrahmanya Tmeple, Paravanadukkam
Situated about 5 kms away south of Kasargod town. Dedicated to Lord Subramanya. The Shasthi festival during the month of December-January every year is famous which attracts large number of devotees. Thefestival last for days.

Kizhur Sri Sastha Temple, Chandragiri
This is an ancient temple situated at Chandragiri which is about 6 kms away from Kasaragod town. This is the head quarters of Anjooru Nayanmars - Troupes of five hundred professional singers sing jointly in praise of the greatness of the diety. This temple has close connections with Trikkannad Siva temple. The dignitaries of all the Kazhakams of Saliyas from Pattuvam to Panamboor (present Manglore) known as Pathinalu Nagaram assemble here annually on the second saturday of November.

Trikkannad Siva Temple
The temple is situated on the sea shore within one km of the Bekal bridge. The Pandyan Kallu, a rock rising above the sea near the temple is of historical importance. Legend says that when the Pandya rulers tried to attack the temple through the sea, the ship was burnt by the deity and the burnt ship became a rock, which is known as Pandyan Kallu. This temple is also known as Dakshina Kasi. The one week festival in the temple starts with the Kodiyettam (flag hoisting) during the month of March-April every year. Ashtami Villakku and Pallivetta are associated with the festival. Thousand of devotees from all over the district attend the festival. This is the only one temple with face to the west.

Palakkunnu Shree Bhagavathy Kshetram is one km. north of Trikkannad on the Kasargod - Kanhangad road (Chandragiri route). It is one of the famous temples of the Thiyya Community. The treasure house of the temple is situated near the railway gate of Kottikkulam railway station. Important deity is Mootha Bhagavathy (Kurumba Bhagavathi). Ilaya Bhagavathy, Dhandan, Ghandakarnam,Vishnu Moorthy and Gulikan are the sub deities. Padinhatta Chamundi, and Moovalamkuzhi Chamundi, are also worshipped in the Treasure House. The famous festival of the temple is Bharani Maholsavam which falls in the month of March every year. Maruputhari festival, during the month of December-January, Kalam Kanippu Maholsavam during the month of January and 'Poorolsavam' of March-April, are the other festivals of the temple. Bharani festival starts, the next day of the Arattu festival of Trikkannad temple.

This temple has close connection with the Trikkannad temple. The rope used for Dhwajarohanam at Trikkannad temple is used for the Dhwajarohanam in the Palakkunnu temple, for Bharani festival . Bharani festival ends with the Auirathiri Ulsavam. The temple has jurisdiction over the areas of Pallikkere Panchayath, Udma Panchayath, Chemnad Panchayath, and Kolathur village of Bedadka Panchayath. Every year on the festival day the deities of these areas give great offerings to the temple. These offerings are taken to the temple through colourful processions which is known as Kazhchae. After the end of each processions, brilliant fire works display, is conducted. A large number of people from all over the district and other districts and Karnataka state attend the Bharani festival especially to witness the Kazhchas and the fire works display which lasts for hours.

Bekal Fort Mukhya Prana temple festival
Temple inside the Bekal Fort. Rama Navami is celebrated in the Bekal Fort, Mukhya prana temple dedicated to 'Hanuman' , during the month of March- April every year. Various programmes are conducted in connection with the festival like Kathakali, Yakshagana, Harikatha, Ganamela etc., which attracts large number of people.

Madiyan Kooloom Temple at Madiyan, Ajanur village
The famous Madiyan Koolam temple is situated about 5 kms. from Kanhangad, the head quarters of Hosdurg Taluk . The main deity of the temple is Bhadrakali (Kalarathri). There are also other deities like Kshethra Palan, Bhagavathy, Bhairavan etc. A peculiarity of this temple is that a Brahmin priest performs pooja only in the noon, while in the morning and evening poojas are performed by poojaris from Maniyani sect. The festivals in this temple are very famous which are known as 'Kalasam' and Pattulsavam. 'Kalasam' falls in the month of Edavam (May and June every year). 'Pattulsavam' falls in the month of Dhanu (December-January every year). Theyyam is performed during this festivals. Cultural performances religious rites, grant procession Fire works display etc. makes these festivals colourful.

Mannanpurathkavu, Nileshwar
Mannan purath kavu temple is situated at Nileshwar, near railway gate. This temple is dedicated to 'Durga' where poojas are performed by a sect called Pidarar. Another specialty of this temple is that Kurathi is performed here by sacrificing cocks. A large number of devotees visit this temple on Tuesday and Friday, the important days of the temple. Annual festival in this temple is known as 'Kalasam' which falls during Edavam (May) every year. Theyyam is performed on these festival days. Cultural performances and religious rites attracts thousands of devotees. Grand four in also conducted in connection with the festival

Doctors and Hospitals in Nileshwar.

2010-06-06T20:14:00.003+05:30

Community Health Centre - Perole..........................2282933
K.C.U.Raja Memorial Hospital (Dr.K.C.K.Raja)...........2282579
Dr. Ibrahimkunhi Nursing Home, Padnekad................2280215
Bharath Hospital (Dr.K.P.Ahamed)..........................2280389
Dr.Haridas Verkkot.............................................2280445
Dr.V.Komalam...................................................2282036
Dr.V.Sureshan....................................................2282935
Dr.Radhakrishnan Nair (Homeo)..............................2280576
Dr.Ganapathi Bhat (Dental Surgeon).........................2282778
Dr.Matha..........................................................2280509
Dr.Radhakrishnan................................................2280576

Doctors In kanhangad

2010-06-06T19:30:00.002+05:30

DOCTORS
IN KANHANGAD

M. Basheer.........................................2207239
A.C.Padmanabhan............................2204001
Ibrahim.................................................2203402
K. Kunhamad......................................2202070
K.K. Musthafa.....................................2202767
M.K. Nanda Kumar............................2203587
P.K. Haris...........................................2203964
M.I. Moideen Kunhi............................2202855
K. Vinod Kumar.................................2205197
Ramesh Bhat.....................................2204434
P. Jayaprakash..................................2207144
H. Prakash Pai...................................2204450
H. Venkatesh Kamath.......................2204108
K. Krishna Bhat..................................2204074
Kishore Kumar...................................2203585
E. Venugopal.....................................2204616
Ramakrishna Bhat.............................2202112
M.A. Abdul Hafees.............................2202260
Thresiamma Jose..............................2204003
P.V. Kelu............................................2204901
K.G. Pai..............................................2203157
K.V. Vasu............................................2204120
K. Srinath............................................2204576
M.K. Jose............................................2204003
M.K. Jayanandan...............................2202882
N.P. Rajan..........................................2204745
K. Jayaprasad...................................2201488
Nithyananda Babu.............................2203968
Gopi Nath ..........................................2204112
K. Sathish Shenoy.............................2202916
Abdul Khader Thidil ..........................2204135
K. Ramakrishna Bhat........................2204056
P. Krishnan.........................................2204250
Kesavan Potti.....................................2205178
T.V. Kunhi Kannan.............................2204005
Nanda Kumar.....................................2207120
K. Vinod Kumar.................................2207197
A.V. Sukumaran.................................2204110
C.R. Jayadevan..................................2207933
Vijaya Raghavan................................2202004
Kunikkullaya........................................2202361
Ramananda Rao................................2202869
S. Radha.............................................2204622
Ambujakshi.........................................2204250
Geetha Prakash Pai..........................2201448
Susheela Lazar ..................................2203531
Sulojana ..............................................2202474
Vasanda..............................................2204760
Shameem Hafis.................................2202260
Sharmila Balraj ..................................2204980
Jyothi Padmanabhan ........................2203939
P. Santhosh Kumar............................2204272
K. Guru Dutt.........................................2204434
Deepika Kishore................................2205262
Chakrapani ........................................2202911
M.M. Bhat ...........................................2203923
Bhaskaran ..........................................2203280
Balasubrahmanian..............................2204968
Ganesh Pai .........................................2204211
K.K. Geetha..........................................2203304
M.V. Sasidharan..................................2204420
Balram Nambiar .................................2204596
P.V.K. Harikrishnan ...........................2204898
Gangadharan......................................2202285
Gogumanantha Pai............................2204675
Jayashree............................................2204640
Jayadeva Shenoy................................2202206
Leela Raman.......................................2204096
Mohd Kunhi..........................................2202952
Sujatha .................................................2202349
Vishweswara Bhat...............................2204230
K.V. Vasu ............................................2204120
Radha Krishnan ..................................2204893
Bhaskaran ...........................................2203280
P.K. Balakrishnan...............................2204469

A.Balachandran ...................................2202011
K. Deepa ................................................2207510
S.R.Chandrasekar ................................2203438
K.K. Jyoti ...............................................2203939
Krishna Kumari .....................................2201485
K. Kumaran ...........................................2204094
P.K. Kumaran .......................................2201489
M. Maya .................................................2201747
N. Sasidharan .......................................2205280
K. Moli ....................................................2202301
M.R. Nambiar .........................................2203420
H. Ramadas Nayak ...............................2201479
K. Ramakrishna Bhat ............................2204056
V. Ravindran ..........................................2205204

IndiaVision Live news

2010-05-29T08:49:00.001+05:30

Free Indiavision Live News Online

Best Actor Award

2010-05-21T15:50:00.002+05:30

Vote for your favorite actor

Malayalm Film Star Kavya madhavan's Wallpapers Set 2

2009-10-30T19:44:00.002+05:30

Kavya Madhavan Sexy Look

Kavya Madhavan Classical Look

Kavya Madhavan Gramin

Kavya Madhavan With Dileep

Malayalam fllm Star kavya madhavan's wallpapers Set 1

2009-10-30T19:29:00.004+05:30

Kavya Madhavan
Kavya Madhavan, a soft spoken, good looking and talented young south Indian heroine is one of the most successful actresses of her kind so far. With her adaptability and unique girl next door image, she has become one of the most valued stars of the Malayalam film industry and shares successful screen chemistry with several top heroes. Some of the most successful Malayalam films that have been born in the past few years bear her name on the credit board.

Things To Do And See In India

2009-08-19T19:33:00.002+05:30

Things To Do And See In India

Author: Jolly Mazumdar

India is a colorful land of mystical beauties which mesmerize the travelers at the very first glance. It has an endless array of unique and enchanting nature's beauties like snowy Himalayas, placid backwaters, tempting beaches, barren deserts, untamed hilly rivers, and many more. All these things has creates an awesome atmosphere in India.

India is a land enriched with vivid traditions, customs and joyful festivities. Every other day in India is a special day for celebrations. Indians are so energetic and lively people that they live each and every moment of their life with utmost gaiety. This specialty of India has made it a hot tourist destination in the entire world. Every year thousands of holidaymakers comes here to have an experience of lifetime.

India has no dearth of wonderful things to see. Every region of India has something special to offer to its guests. Some of the most sought after things in India are forts, historical monuments, museums etc, which still very well maintain its historical legacy, religious places of various communities like temples, mosque , church, monasteries etc., the diverse flora and fauna available in the various wildlife sanctuaries of India and so on.

Top most things to see in India are:

Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh: Taj Mahal, “the epitome of eternal love” is one of the most sought after tourist spot in India. It is considered among one the seven wonders of the modern world. UNESCO has declared Taj Mahal as a “ World Heritage Site”. This master piece in white marble

was created by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It is situated in Agra city of Uttar Pradesh state. The beauty of Taj Mahal enhances to another level on th efull moon night as its glowing image reflects on the river Yamuna, which is flowing through its backward.

Red Fort, Delhi:Red Fort or Lal Quilla is one of the famous World Heritage site of India, which is built at the heart of the nation's capital, Delhi. This mighty citadel built in red sandstone is one of the fine example of Mughal grandeur. Emperor Shah Jahan rules his imperial state from here only. Now, with the passage of time, Red fort has attained another prestigious position in India. It is the site from where the Prime Minister of India address the entire nation on independence and republic day. A market named Meena bazaar, surrounds the Red Fort which is famous for fake ivory jewellry and many other handicrafts.

City Palace,Jaipur, Rajasthan: CityPalace, Jaipur is one of the prime attractions of India. This Palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Man Singh of Kacchawa clan of Rajput. This is one of the elegant palaces of Jaipur which exhibits the rich Rajputana and Mughal architectural designs. This palace complex contains many buildings like Chandra Mahal, Mubarak Mahal, Mukut Mahal, Maharani's Palace, Shri Govind Dev Temple and the City Palace Museum. This palace is also decorated with some beautiful gardens.

Ajanta and Ellora Caves, Aurangabad, Maharahtra: Ajanta and Ellora caves are one of the fine repository of ancient Indian architectural heritage. Situated near Aurangabad in Maharashtra, these famous cave shrines are cut out of rock by the Buddhist monks. The 34 caves at Ellora and the 29 caves at Ajanta, has been designated as a World Heritage Site. These caves are revered by the devotees of three communities namely, Hindu, Buddhist and Jain. The sculpture in these caves are really awesome and requires proper protection.

Khajuraho temples,, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh: Khajuraho temples at the Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh are renowned world wide for their erotic sculptures. These temples are also known as the “temple of love” and has bold artistic statement. It is also recognized as one of the popular “World Heritage Site of India”. These temples are built by the Chandela dynasty in between 9th century to 12 century. These temples very well displays every facets of woman hood

Tirupati Balaji Temple, Tirumala: Tirupati Balaji temple is known as the “temple of tranquility”. Tirupati is one of the most popular temple of India. It is one of the most crowded temple built in Andhra Pradesh, near the border of Tamil Nadu in South India. Every year thousands of pilgrimages comes here to offer their prayers to Lord Tirupati. This is one of the richest temple in the entire world. This temple is perched on the top of the venkatadri hill, 860m above the sea level.

Jim Corbett National Park: Jim Corbett national park situated in the Nainital, Pauri Garwhal and Bijnore districts of Uttaranchal. It is named after the famous hunter turned conservationist Jim Corbett. It was the first national park from where India's ambitious Tiger project was lunched in 1973 to protect and increase the strength of the Tiger. Other animals which are found here are elephant, chital, sambar, nilgai, gharial, King Cobra, muntjac, wild boar, hedgehog, common musk shrew, flying fox, Indian Pangolin.

Kaziranga National Park: This national park situated in the Golaghat and Nagaon districts of Assam. It is a World Heritage Site and has two third population of world's one-horned great Indian rhinoceros. It is the wild abode of various kinds of animals such as elephants, wild water buffalo, swamp deer, Indian muntjac, wild boar, hog deer, gaur, sambhar, Assamese macque, capped and golden langur, hoolock gibbon and many more. It is also home to the various species of birds such as migratory birds, water birds, predators, scavengers, and game birds. Also to the Ganges Dolphin.

Kerala Backwaters: Kerala, one of the Southern Indian state is famous for its vast networks of backwaters. These backwaters are the life line of Kerala. They are one of the major contributor to the Kerala's tourism industry. Its for sure that these tranquil backwaters of Kerala are visual delight for the visitors. Some of the districts of Kerala which are blessed with these backwaters are Kottayam, Kasaragod, Chandragiri, Kozhikode, Ernakulam and Valiyaparamba district

Beaches of India: Coastal India is dotted with some of the tempting beaches of India. These beaches are considered among the best beaches in the world. The white and the golden sand, coconut groves and delicious sea food makes these an awesome destination for vacationing. India has a long coastline of 7,600 km which touches some of the south India states are Goa, Kerala, Maharastra, Orissa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Tamilnadu, Pondicherry, Lakshadweep and Daman and Diu. These states are famous for some of the finest beaches are Juhu Beach, Kovalam Beach, Anjuna Beach, Dona Paula Beach, Marina Beach, Calangute Beach, Majorda Beach, Baga beach and many more. These beaches provides ideal option to know the marine world in a more better way. Also, they are famed for some thrilling water sports like surfing, boating, scuba diving.

About the Author:

To know more about, things to do and see in India, click on to
http://www.travellinginindia.com/

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - Things To Do And See In India

Kerala houseboats

2009-08-19T19:29:00.000+05:30

Kerala Houseboat Holidays

Author: andy

If lolling on the beaches, living in houseboats, sailing down endless stretches of still waterways, and at the same time exploring long lost temples makes you feel like holidaying then read on. This tour promises all this and more. Art galleries, museums, waterfalls, gardens and fountains... and with all this is a taste of the life in Mumbai, the busy bustling commercial of India. It’s going to be the most exciting of holidays you've had. Have a great time

The span of backwaters holiday depends upon the number of destinations you want to cover. The climate of Kerala is equable, but during winter times, the temperature falls a bit and the weather becomes fine. So, the best time to visit Kerala is between October to March .

Life on the backwaters is entirely different; water being the key to everything. On the banks one can see lush green rice fields spreading away into the distance and coconut groves with the occasional temple or church.

The land of the green and the serene Kerala offers an amazing array of the backwaters in Kerala. The splendid sunsets, the waxing moonlights, the shoals of ducks, the palms and the wonderful waves make the backwater destinations the most sought after in kaleidoscopic Kerala.

The enchanting holiday destination of the Kerala backwaters are Thiruvananthpuram, Thiruvallam, Kollam, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kumarakom, Cochin (Ernakulam, Kochi), Kozhikode, Kasaragod. The 'kettuvallams' or the traditional houseboats offer the best possible accommodation. The largest backwater stretch in Kerala is the Vembanad lake which flows through three districts and opens out into the sea at the Kochi port.

for more info about http://keralaayurvedatreatment.blogspot.com

About the Author:

#305

Kerala Backwater Cruise

2009-08-19T19:08:00.000+05:30

Kerala Backwater Cruise

Author: Manjari Singh

Kerela Backwaters

Kerala is the most picturesque and protean tourist destination of India. Its innumerable lagoons, lakes, estuaries, beaches, hill stations and above of all its serene and calm backwaters sums up to the beauty of the region. The backwaters of Kerela is a unique product of Kerala and is found nowhere else in the world. Backwaters are a network of lakes, canals and estuaries and deltas of forty-four rivers that drain into the Arabian sea. The backwaters of Kerela are a self supporting eco-system teeming with aquatic life. The tranquil backwaters of Kerala are the most popular tourist attractions of Kerala. The serene and calm backwaters passing through lush green vegetation make a splendid setting for tourists to relax and explore natural beauty of Kerala.

The most exciting thing for the tourist going on backwater tours of Kerala is Ketuvallom, the traditional giant houseboats. While traveling on a houseboat, you pass through green lush countryside, swaying palm and coconut trees and emerald fields. You feel as if you are traveling in a paradise. Exploring scenic backwaters of Kerala on a houseboat would surely provide you a momentous and unforgettable tour. An experience worth cherishing for life time.

Kerala is abundant in backwaters and almost every district of Kerala is gifted with scenic backwaters stretches. Kerala offers backwater tours to many destinations. Some of the famous and exciting backwater destinations in Kerala are: Alapuzzha, Cochin, Kasaragod, Kollam, Kottayam, Kozhicode, Kumarakom, Trivandrum and Thiruvallam.

Kerala backwater tour is an affiliation of land and water throbbing with its own unique culture. Many beautiful sights greet you along the way, such as the Chinese fishing nets. On-cruise scenery flashes up vivid contrasts of lush greens and deep blues. As the boat glides along the gorgeous green of the fringed palms the ripples in the blue water blend into little wavelets. It is in the months of August and September that the moist, rain-drenched earth and the glorious ever flowing backwaters burst into song together, as over hundred thousand men and women gather on the banks to witness a spectacular water regatta the Snake Boat Races.

Take your pick for the best backwater tour for family and friends. The cruises and the overnight stays in the houseboats are the best way to an unforgettable holiday. The water-bus ferry and the cruise boats are the most relaxed. Your backwater holidays need not be meticulously planned. The entire maritime journey is a merry time experience in true sense. The entire experience of the green and serene backwaters of Kerala is incomparable and incredible. The vivacious and vibrant village life cannot be left in a better way on a smooth sail in the houseboat. It is the backwater cruises that complete the tour to southern India, taking you through the winding waterways revealing the colorful culture and customs of the rural life. The magic of the mystical backwaters works on one and all alike.

About the Author:

Manjari Singh is an eminent travel writer, she have authored websites like :

www.travellinginindia.com

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - Kerala Backwater Cruise

Malik Ibn Dinar Mosque

2009-08-09T18:53:00.002+05:30

It is believed that the Sufi Saint Malik Ibn Dinar constructed this mosque and is located at Thalankara one and a half kilometers from Kasaragod town on the Station road. Malik Ibn Dinar was a Sufi Saint from Arabian and the first one came to Kerala for spreading the word of Islam. It is believed that he constructed nine mosques in the Malabar region and only one exists still in its original form and that is the Malik Ibn Dinar mosque at Thalankara. The mosque has a unique architectural style, which strongly resembles a traditional Kerala kovilakam. The some parts of the mosque will remind you about the ancient Arabic architecture. The main attractions in the mosque are the massive wooden beams with Arabic Verses carved on it. The tomb of Malik Ibn Mohammed is enshrined in the mosque, a disciple of Malik Ibn Dinar and belongs to the Dinar family. Controversies are also here, because some historians believe that the tomb is in fact of Ibn Dinar, not of Ibn Mohammed. The mosque is one of the leading Muslim religious centers in northern Kerala and the annual uroos festival here attracts devotees from all over the nation.

Nithyanandashram

2009-08-09T18:50:00.000+05:30

This internationally recognized spiritual center was founded by Swami Nithyananda in the early 20th century. Here Swami Nityananda constructed around 50 caves each having an area of 6x3 feet. It is believed that the Swami lived in this caves in the early 20th century. Photographs and belongings of the inhabitants indicate the simplicity of their life. One of the attractions in Nithyanadasram is full size statue of Swami Nithyanda made of Panjaloha (mixture of five metals). It is one of the main recreation centers like Anadashram in this region. The monastery is located near to the Hosdurg Taluk Office and is easily accessible.

Anandashram

2009-08-09T18:48:00.002+05:30

The Anandashram was founded in 1931 by Swami Ramdas and Mother Krishnabai. The monastery is located 5 kilometers from Kanhangad and is easily accessible from Kasaragod town. The monastery is dedicated for Universal Love and services to the entire humanity. The monastery is occupied with a huge prayer and meditation hall and numerous cottages. The cottages here are meant for the accommodation purposes of the visitors.

Chandragiri Fort

2009-08-09T18:45:00.002+05:30

The Chandragiri fort is located on the confluence of Payaswini River and Arabian Sea. This fort was built by Tipu Sulthan of Mysore in the 17th century (Controversies are also here stating that the fort was built built by Sivappa Naik of Bedanore). The fort stands on a hillock and facing the horizon. The fort offers breathtaking views of the river, the Arabian Sea and the tiny neighboring islands and also the Palm Groves. Boat ride is possible here. You can contact the Changragiri Boat Club or local people for a fantastic boat ride through thrilling water. The fort lies 4 kilometers from Bakel. It is an ideal place to view sunset. An ancient mosque and Kizhur State Temple are located near to the fort. The temple celebrates its annual festival called 'pattu utsavam' and during the celebration the deity here is taken to the Thrikkanaya Temple at Bekal. The longest railway tunnel in Kerala passes through Chandragiri Hills.

Bekal Fort

2009-08-09T18:29:00.001+05:30

Bakel is the most well maintained and largest fort in Kerala, having an area of 40 acres. It is believed that the fort was built in the 17th century by Shivappa Naik of Thelkkeri dynasty. Later the fort passed on to Hyder Ali of Mysore and even later to the British. The fort is located on the National Highway 16 kilometers from Kasaragod town. The fort lies 130 feet above sea level and that offers a thrilling sight of tides smashing the basement of the fort. The construction of the fort is a manner that overlooks Arabian sea. The fort was built only for defense requirements and not for administrative purpose. There is 30 feet high Observation tower here which offers panoramic view of the surrounding areas and nearby beach. The underground tunnels leading to the sea and the moat on the eastern side are the main attractions here. The important attractions in this fort are the tank with its flight of steps, the tunnel opening towards the south, the magazine for keeping ammunition (It is now not accessible for visitors) and the broad and wide steps leading to the Observation Tower. The Bakel Fort is one of the leading tourist attractions in the state. One can easily spend a day here. A 'Facility Center' is located adjacent to the fort, which includes a Cloakroom, Bathrooms, Toilets, Information Center, Restaurant, Fruit Stall and a Handicraft outlet function in the center. The fort permits visitors only in day time except certain celebration days. It is one of the main cultural centers in Kerala. Presently the protection and preservation of Bekal fort has been entrusted to the Archaeological Survey of India.

The Anjaneya Temple lies near to the fort. The temple is dedicated to 'Anjaneya' (Lord Hanuman). The temple walls here are adorned with images of Gods. The temple is believed to be as old as the fort. It is one of the main pilgrimage centers in this region. Just a little away from the fort and temple, there is an ancient mosque having tall minarets and arched entrance. It is believed that the fort was built by Tipu Sulthan of Mysore.

The Paliakara beach lies near to the fort, which also knows as the Bakel fort beach and is located 1 kilometer away from the fort. The beach offers spectacular views of the fort and is an ideal place for sunset viewing, evening walks and relaxation. An Aqua Park is also located here, which provides water sport facilities like water cycle, diving and swimming, pedal boats etc.

Kavya is Mammoottys reel wife

2008-10-22T13:24:00.001+05:30

Kavya Madhavan will be playing the role of Mammootty’s wife in the upcoming film Chemapaka Raman. The directional debut venture of well-known TV serial director K.K. Rajeev. the film casts Vijayaraghavan in a pivotal role. Vaidi cranks the camera and Mohan Sithara helms the music for the numbers penned by Kanesh Punoor. Xavi Mano Mathew and Naushad have produced the movie under the banner of NX Visual Entertainment.

Mammootty’s Ramzan release, Nasrani, has shown a good initial start. The movie was released in around 50 centres to full packed houses. Kavya, who backed out of Nasrani, has now got another opportunity to exhibit her talents in a Mammootty starrer. Chemapaka Raman will be Mammootty’s first release next year.

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Kerala - Temple Festivals

2008-09-29T00:25:00.003+05:30

Kerala Temple festivals are elaborate and exotic. The main attraction at these festivals is the elephants.

The festivals form part of each temple's annual rituals. They're often a tribute to the temple's presiding god, who emerges from inside the temple once a year. Each festival has a different set of legends and myths behind it, depending on the temple god.

When are the Kerala Temple Festivals Celebrated:

From March to mid May, with each festival running for around 10 days.

Where are the Kerala Temple Festivals Celebrated:

At temples throughout the state of Kerala, in south India. The biggest and most colorful festival takes place at Vadakkumnathan temple in Thrissur and is called Thrissur Pooram. It happens during the Malayalam month of Medam (April/May). Another important temple festival not far from Thrissur is the Arattupuzha Pooram, which has around 60 elephants in attendance.

How are the Kerala Temple Festivals Celebrated:

While everyday temple rituals are modest, temple festivals take place on a grand scale and are a highlight on the social calenders of Kerala's population. The festivals feature large processions of bejeweled elephants, drummers and other musicians, colorful floats carrying gods and goddesses, and fireworks.

What Rituals are Performed During the Kerala Temple Festivals:

Detailed temple rituals are conducted by a tantri (the main temple priest) according to the temple god. Rituals involving the god statue in a Pallivetta (Royal Hunt) and Arattu (Holy Bath) are the focus of the festivals of some Kerala's major temples. During the Thrissur and Arattupuzha Poorams, gods from surroundings temples make their annual visit on elephant back to pay their respects to the presiding temple god.

What to Expect at the Kerala Temple Festivals:

Plenty of crowds, elephants, noise, and processions. Music is an important part of the temple celebrations and the frenetic percussionists, of which there are plenty, manage to whip up quite a sound. Cultural programs, including classical music and dance performances, are also on offer.

Fairs and festivals - kasaragod

2008-09-29T00:16:00.003+05:30

Fairs and festivals

Eid, Bakrid, Muharram are celebrated in accordance with time of Calicut and uduppi. These festials along with Shivaratri, Dasara and onam are celebrated with much rigor by the people. And so is diwali. There are local festivals like Kumbala veddikett. Another festival of importance is Moodappaseva, a local festival celebrated in the Madhur Temple periodically. Kundamkuzhy Sree Panjalingeswara Kshethra Arattu Mahotsavam is very famous festival in this location.

Tourism in and around - kasargod

2008-09-29T00:12:00.001+05:30

Kasaragod has many tourist destinations. A few are given below:

Malik Deenar Mosque. The Mosque was founded by Malik Ibn Dinar and is situated in the part of city called Thalankara. It is distinguished for its unique architectural style, which strongly resembles a traditional Kerala kovilakam. An important local celebration takes place every year in commemoration of the arrival of Malik Ibn Dinar. The uroos attracts pilgrims from all around India and world. The proposed Ranipuram wild life sanctuary will be situated 45 km East of Kanhangd. Ranipuram is also famous for its hill station.

Mallikkarjuna Temple dedicated to lord Siva and lord Ganapathi, is situated in the heart of Kasaragod city. During Ganesh Chathurthi and Shivaratri, there are special celebrations in the temple premises.

Theruvatthu Mosque situated on M.G road Kasaragod, is an important pilgrimage center for Muslims. During Uroos, the Mosque draws people from all over India.

Madhur Temple, is 6.5 km from Kasaragod. On the banks of serene Madhuvahini river, stands the imposing structure of Madhur Ananteshwara Vinayaka Temple, with its turrets and gables and the copper plate roofing, standing tall in front of paddy fields and gardens. It is a Shiva temple with Srimad Anantheshwara as its presiding deity. The sivalingam of the temple is said to be founded by a harijan woman, Madharu. The main festival is Moodappaseva, which involves a huge figure of Ganapathy being covered with appam. It requires lakhs of rupees for its conduct thus making it a periodic festival.

Chandragiri Fort was built in 17th century by Tippu Sultan, just 3 km from the city.

Kanipura (Kumbala) temple is famous for its festival in the month of January. The fireworks (vedikketu / Bedi) is famously followed for many years. This temple is one of the four main temples built by the then king of Maippady palace.

C.P.C.R.I - the Central Plantation Crops Research Institute, is an international research institute under I.C.A.R (Indian Council of Agricultural Research), which promotes research on plantation crops. It is just 4 km from city. The nearby beach called C.P.C.R.I beach is beautiful and is famous for its beautiful sunset. Also the fishing village nearby, situated on shore of a natural lake is an awesome sight.

Mogral is famous for its football shock. "Brothers Mogral" is a sports club which plays with its famous players all around Kerala. Kuthiripp Muhammad is one who worked best for bringing the football up in Mogral.

Govt. College, Kasaragod is situated in Vidyanagar, which about 6 kilometers from Kasaragod Railway Station and Town. This college is well known for its Department of Geology and also other science, arts and commerce departments.

The Mallam Durga Parameshwari Temple in Kerala is located in Muliyar Village in Kasaragod district, hardly 3 kilometers from Bovikanam. The presiding deity of this temple is Goddess Durga Parameshwari. The special feature of the Mallam Durga Parameshwari Temple is daily Annadanam which consists of distributing food among the devotees. During Tuesdays and Fridays the temple premises are crowded with devotees. They offer their prayers seeking a prosperous future and a happy living. At Mallam Durga Parameshwari Temple the Annual Festival lasts for 7 days and it is a time for joy and celebration. It is believed that the blessings of these poor men are indispensable for a blissful sustenance. It is next only to God's blessings. Moreover the temple of Goddess Durga Parameshwari is mostly visited by the women who offer their worship here. They keep "Vrath" in order to please the mother goddess who would bring peace and happiness to their lives. According to Kerala's popular legend, Goddess Durga killed the demon Daruka. Elsewhere in India it is Mahisasura whom she killed. Goddess Durga Parameshwari executed the two dangerous demons known as Chanda and Munda. She is the incarnation of Shakti on earth. It is the divine power that enables the sustenance on earth. She is therefore armed with Shiva's trident, Kumaara's spear, Indra's thunderbolt and Vishnu's discus and mace. Enamored by the striking beauty of the Goddess, Chanda and Munda wanted to marry her. Goddess was so angry that she mutilated them instantly much to the relief of mankind who was also disturbed by them.

Profile - Kavya Madhavan

2008-09-28T22:36:00.005+05:30

Kavya madhavan ` s nick name Minu
Kavya madhavan ` s First film pookkalam varavayi
Kavya madhavan ` s Father P madhavan
Kavya madhavan ` s mother Shyamala
Kavya madhavan ` s place of birth kannur kerala
Kavya madhavan ` s date of birth 19.9.84
Kavya madhavan ` s height 5`4``
Kavya madhavan ` s starsign thiruvathira
Kavya madhavan ` s favorite hobby fighting with his brother
Kavya madhavan ` s favorite actor sreenivasan
Kavya madhavan ` s favorite actress manju warrier

Click here for kavyas photos gallery

Ranipuram - Kasaragod

2008-01-12T01:22:00.000+05:30

Ranipuram - The wild and the beautiful

An alluring mountain ideal for trekking, lying 780m above sea level.

Ranipuram is located 750m above sea level on the Western Ghats in Kasaragod district. Covered with evergreen shola woods, monsoon forests and grasslands, this beautiful land is known for its trekking trails. Ranipuram was earlier known as Madathumala and its extensive forests merge into those of Karnataka. Wild elephants can be seen wandering on the mountain tops here. Tourist cottages provide comfortable stay on the hills. Jeep and bus services are available from Panathady and Kanhangad in kasaragod town. Ranipuram in its natural beauty is comparable to Ooty - a popular hill station in South India.

Location:About 85 km from Kasaragod town, Kasaragod district, north Kerala

Getting there:
Nearest major railway station: Kasaragod, about 85 km from Ranipuram, on the Kozhikode-Mangalore-Mumbai route.
Nearest airports: Mangalore, about 50 km from Kasaragod; Karipur International Airport, Kozhikode, about 200 km from Kasaragod.

AMMA [Association of Malayalam Movie Artists]

2008-01-07T22:11:00.001+05:30

The major actors and actresses of the Malayalam Cinema has recently formed an organization to safegaurd their interests and to fight against piracy. The Association of Malayalam Movie Artists better know as AMMA ( literal meaning : Mother ) aims to act against piracy, safegaurd the interests of member actors and actresses and act as a common forum to raise concerns and address issues. The organization is generally regarded as successful. The activities of "AMMA" include endowments, insurance schemes, and committees on wages and benefits on revision, fund for research, pensions, education loans for their children etc for the members. The organization has recently entered into Film production to raise funds for its activities.

BDV-523237-BDV

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Organic Farming (Kerala)

2008-01-03T15:26:00.000+05:30

'Organic Farming' kerala

malayalam

Thanks to Elizabeth stockholm Sweden and YouTube

Kerala Movie Document

2008-01-03T15:17:00.000+05:30

Real Movie of kerala
Natuaral

Pakkam
A village in the Wayanad district of Kerala, India

Kallu (TODDY) undakunnath engane?

2008-01-03T15:08:00.000+05:30

See how the alcoholic drink 'toddy' is collected from the coconut palm

Kallu Shop Songs

2008-01-03T15:05:00.000+05:30

Kudiyans In TODDY SHOP

Kallukudiyan in the Backwater

2008-01-03T14:42:00.000+05:30

One Of My fav

Bekal Resorts Development Corporation (BRDC)

2007-12-31T23:14:00.000+05:30

It was in the year 1992 the Government of India declared Bekal Fort as a special tourism area. It was with the intention of transforming Bekal Fort into international tourism centre that in the year 1995 the government formed Bekal Tourism Development Corporation.

It is in Chemmanad, Udma, Pallikkara and Ajanur Panchayats that the Bekal tourism project is implemented. At present the corporation is engaged in arranging basic facilities for the project. Corporation has decided to acquire 278 hectares of land for Bekal tourism development

By this time, 178 hectares of land have been acquired. Towards the end of this year, land acquisition will be completed. The Bekal Fort is now under the Archaeological department of the Government of India. Of the 178 hectares of land taken over, 24 hectares are set apart for resort centres and 75 hectares for housing sites. When the land acquisition is over, programmes like water supply, total sanitation, waste incineration, road construction and installation of street lights will be implemented in the project area.

Six beach hotel resorts will be established in the project area on priority in the project area on priority basis. For each resort 30 acres of land will be provided. Of the six resorts two will be started in government sector.

Plans for bettering and increasing basic facilities will be implemented in the four panchayats where Bekal tourism project is implemented. Water supply scheme for the entire people of Pallikkara, Udma, Ajanur and Chemmanad will be implemented. A tank having the capacity of 7 billion litres will also be constructed. Total sanitation programme will be implemented in the four panchayats. As a first phase of this, latrines will be constructed and other sanitation programmes will be carried out in the coastal areas. In the first phase, programmes like waste incineration, road construction and installation of street lights will also be carried out

A Bekal facility centre expending Rs. 35 lakhs was established in 1998 near Bekal Fort. In the facility centre there is an information centre. B.R.D.C. has programme to develop other tourist centres of the district as part of Bekal project. Two House boats have already started functioning at Valiyaparambu this year itself. Boats clubs will be established at Bekal and Chandragiri soon.

BekalFort

2007-12-31T23:11:00.000+05:30

Bekal, situated on the seashore of Pallikara village, is an important place of tourist interest in the district. It lies 12 kms. south of Kasargod town. According to Bekal Rama Nayak, a local Kannada writer, the word, Bekal is derived from the word Baliakulam, meaning Big Palace. The place is said to have been the seat of a big palace in the past. The term Baliakulam got corrupted as Bekulam and later as Bekal.

It was usual in older days for every royal palace to be protected by a fort. The Bekal for might have, therefore, existed even from early days of the Chirakkal Rajas. While giving a description of the Kolathiri Kingdom in his Kerala History, K.P. Padmanabha Menon writes; “The eldest of the male members reigned as sovereign Kolathiri. The next in succession, the heir apparent, was the Thekkelamkur. The residence assigned to him was the Vadakara fort. The third in succession was the Vadakkelamkur in charge of Vekkolath fort. This V(B)ekkolath fort is identified by some scholars as the present Bekal”.

H.A.Stuart, in his Handbook of South Canara (1985), makes this observation: “….. Several forts were built by the Shivappa Nayaks of Badnore between 1650 and 1670 A.D. The two forts of Bekal and Chandragiri were originally under the Kolathiri or Chirakkal Rajas until the time of Shivappa Nayaka’s invasion. Perhaps, the Bednore rulers might have rebuilt and improved it”.

The Bekal fort, which is of great historical and archaeological interest, is the largest and best preserved of its kind in the district and the land on which it is situated, runs into the sea with fine bay towards the south. According to the South Canara Mannual, Bekaln fort fell into the hands of Haider Ali in 1763. It housed the Huzur of Canara during Tipu’s time and the remains of a gallow reminiscent of the days of Mysorean occupation were seen here till a few years back. After the overthrow of Tipu Sultan in 1799, Bekal was incorporated into the dominions of the English East India Company. The erstwhile Kasaragod taluk of South Canara district was known as Bekal for more than half a century.

The Bekal fort is now under the Archeological Department of the Government of India.

There is a Travellers’ Bungalow, maintained by the PUBLIC Works Department of the State Government within the Bekal fort. The natural scenery at Bekal is alluring and makes a visit to the place an exhilarating experience. There is a recently renovated temple dedicated to Hanuman, at the entrance to Bekal. An old mosque is also situated very near the fort and this is believed to have been founded by Tipu Sultan.

KavyaMadhavan

2007-12-31T22:59:00.001+05:30

Kavya Madhavan, a soft spoken, good looking and talented young south Indian heroine is one of the most successful actresses of her kind so far. With her adaptability and unique girl next door image, she has become one of the most valued stars of the Malayalam film industry and shares successful screen chemistry with several top heroes. Some of the most successful Malayalam films that have been born in the past few years bear her name on the credit board.
Though most of her roles have been monotonous as some of her critics says; she sure have been successful enough to make a mark of her on in the industry and most importantly in the hearts of millions of average moviegoers and house viewers. She is so immensely popular among the family viewers that many of them consider her as one of her family members.
Kavya Madhavan was born on September 19, 1984 in the village of Nileshwaram in Kasargod district, Kerala, India. Her father is P.Madhavan and mother Shyamala. She did her schooling at Nileswaram Rajas High School and during this period she learned dance and participated in numerous competitions and won prizes. She had a hidden love for acting ever since she was a child and this love didn’t stay dormant for long and she was quick into the movies.Her dancing and other artistic abilities made her entry to the film field a lot easier than it was for some of her older counterparts. She started as a child artist and usually played the child state of the main heroine of the movie.
She has done many roles as a child but the one which brought her all the fame was the role in Azhakiya Ravanan (1996). She has got decent attention from this movie and after the success of this one she never had to look back. Opportunities came her way and her star value was growing along with her body.
Her first movie featuring her as a child star was released in 1991 and since then she has signed in over forty films many of which are big hits. Last year she had big hits in Malayalam like ‘Classmates’, ‘Athisayan’ and ‘Chakkara Muthu’.
Kavya is currently filming several new movies like ‘Moonnu Pennungal’ and ‘Sadhu Mirandal’. She tasted some decent success in Tamil as well. Her first Tamil film ‘Kasi’ fared well at box office. But she has been a little reluctant to accept more Tamil movies may be because of the kind of skin exposure that demands to be a successful actress in Tamil industry.Many of her recent films are well accepted by both common audiences and critics. The reason behind her success is not a secret anymore. Everybody knows that she is talented, committed young actress and she is also someone who has been successful enough to develop her own style and standards.

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Kavya Madhavan in debutante P.Sukumaram's film.

2007-12-31T01:53:00.001+05:30

Kavya Madhavan, who recently finished her Tamil film Sadhu Mirandaa and also her Malayalam film Kangaroo, is all set to play the key role in a film by a debutante director, P. Sukuram who is casting her in the lead role in his debut film Kalabhamazha, which he himself will be scripting.

The film will be produced under the banner of Ashwathy Arts, a new production house.

The Pooja and switch on ceremony for the film was held recently in Thiruvananthapuram and it was business man-cum-producer Gokulam Gopalan who lit the inaugural lamp, at the function which was presided over by Minister C. Divakaran.

The makers announced at the function that the returns from the film would go to a charitable institution, the Lopamudra Charitable Trust in Palakkad.

No details about the cast, the theme, the team behind the film or the probable shooting date have yet been announced.

Kalabhamazha would most likely be a heroine oriented film, but given the present situation in Malayalam Cinema, it is to be seen if the film really makes any money to be donated for charity!!

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Nayanthara's rate Rs 75 Lakhs.

2007-12-31T01:49:00.001+05:30

After her big show in Billa-2007, Nayanthara hiked her rate for a whopping Rs 75lakhs per

film. The big news is that a big producer has accepted to pay this amount to Nayanthara for

his next movie with Vijay. Nayanthara has now become a hot babe in south screen.

She has a big market in Telugu and considered as the lucky artist there. So every producer

wants her to appear in their films in at least for an item number. At present, she is acting

in only one film with Danush, Yaradi Nee Mohini, the remake of Telugu super hit, Aadavari…

made by Selvaraagavan.

Few days before she did signed a film with Vijay. The producer, cast and crew of the movie
is yet to be announced. Now Prabhu also having talks with the actress for his next

production venture with Ajith which is going to be announced shortly. Being professional,

the actress is going to sign a project in Telugu also. But she had declined two offers from

her own land, Malayalam recently!

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Mohanlal and Kavya in 'Maadambi'

2007-12-31T01:09:00.002+05:30

Kavya Madhavan is for the first time teaming up with superstar Mohanlal, in the lead for the new film 'Maadambi'.

Directed by the scriptwriter B Unnikrishnan, the film will have Mohanlal as Gopalakishna Pillai, a private financier, who runs the business in the most ethical way.

In this project which blends humor and action, Kavya will appear as Jayalekshmi, who works for a new generation bank which opens a new branch in the village.

The film which will also feature Jagathy, Sreenivasan, Siddhique and Jayasuriya in other important roles is all set to start its shooting by the early weeks of the New Year.

The film will have Mohanlal speaking a special dialect of the middle Kerala.

Produced in the banner of Soorya Cinema by V C Joshy, the director and his crew expects this film to work wonders in box office.

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

Demography

2007-12-30T23:49:00.000+05:30

Mujamkavu Parthasarathi Kshetram Annual Festival

2007-12-30T23:44:00.000+05:30

The temple is situated in Ednad village of Kasaragod taluk, 4 Kms. east of Kumbla. The annual festival lasts for seven days during February every year. On the day of 'Thulava Sankramam' a large number of devotees attend the temple for Theertha Snanam, holy bath which is said to be curing skin diseases.

Madhur Srimad Anantheswara Vinayaka Temple annual festival

2007-12-30T23:40:00.000+05:30

During the month of March/April every year. 7 days festival. Special festival Moodappa seva conducted periodically in view of the huge expenses involved. A large number of devotees attend the festival.

Annual Festival at Anantheswara Temple, Manjeswaram

2007-12-30T23:37:00.000+05:30

The annual car festival of the temple is on the Marga Shira month usually between the 3rd week of November and 3rd week of December. It is also called Shashti festival, which attracts thousands of devotees and pilgrims.

Sarvajanika Ganeshotsavam at Kasargod Town

2007-12-30T23:34:00.000+05:30

This festival is celebrated during September every year in connection with Ganesh Chathurthi, by the local people under the banner of Sarvajanika Ganeshotsava Samithi, Kasaragod.
A big idol of Lord Ganesha is made with clay and adorned for five or seven days conducting poojas and on the last day the idol is taken with a procession through the town and to immerse in the Temple tank.
This festival attracts thousands of devotees.
Ganesh Chathurthi day has been declared as public holiday in Kasargod District.

FAIRS, FESTIVALS & FOLK ARTS

2007-12-30T23:32:00.000+05:30

Kasargod, the land of charity, is rich in folk-culture, visual arts and festivals.
Different religions, groups and communities in their historical evolution
have subscribed to the growth of a dream like panorama of
folk art and visual art forms in the region.

Some of them are religious, highly ritualistic, but incorporate
dance, music, colours and light. There may be regional
variations in respect of rituals and songs but the visual appearance has no much variations.
Theyyam, Kolkali, Poorakkali, Yakshaganam, Kallampattu,
Porattu, Oppana, Mappillapattu, etc. are the famous folk arts of the District.
Kasaragod is also famous for its Cock-fight, and Buffullo race.

Kasaragod is a land of temples, mosques and churches.
Boothasthanam of Hindus, Makham Uroos of Muslims and
Perunnals of Christians are the famous.
The festivals of Boothasthanams are known as Kalliyattam or Theyyam.

Climate

2007-12-30T23:18:00.000+05:30

Temperature
The diversity of the physical features results in a corresponding diversity of climate.
The climate of the district is classified as warm, humid and tropical.
The average maximum temperature is 31.2oC and minimum is 23.6oC.
Though the mean maximum temperature is only around 90oF,
the heat is oppressive in the moisture laden atmosphere of the plains.
Humidity is very high and rises to about 90 percent during the south-west monsoon.
The annual variation of temperature is small, the diurnal range is only about 10oF.

Rainy Season

The mean annual rainfall of the district is 3581mm, which is highest in the state.
(The state average is 3063).
The south west monsoon starts towards the end of May or the beginning of June,
heralded by thunder-storms and hold till September when the monsoon fades out.
October-November brings the north-east monsoon.
Out of the total rainfall, the months June, July & August experience 2/3 of the quantity.

Rainfall during the year 2001 in mm.

Total Rainfall - 3626 mm.

Summer & Winter
Dry weather from December to February. March to May is the hot season.
The coolest months of the year are January-February.

Malayalam cinema

2007-12-13T22:19:00.001+05:30

Kerala: The Legacy of Visual Culture

Even much before the arrival of cinema, the people of Kerala were familiar with moving images on the screen through the traditional art form ‘tholpavakkuthu’ (Puppet Dance). Usually exhibited at festivals of village temples, ‘tholpavakkuthu’ uses puppets made of leather with flexible joints. These joints are moved using sticks and the shadow of these moving puppets are captured on a screen using a light source from behind, creating dramatic moving images on the screen. Stories from the mythology were told so, with accompanying dialogues and songs with traditional percussions like the Chenda. ‘Tholpavakkuthu’ uses some of the techniques widely used in cinema like the close-ups and long-shots.

Apart from the art of ‘tholpavakkuthu’, which exhibits the nature of cinema, many of the folk arts and classical dance forms like ‘Kuthu’, ‘Koodiyattam’ and ‘Kathakali’ exhibits very high visual qualities in their form. My be this legacy of Kerala’s visual culture lead the filmmakers of Kerala to take up cinema in a different way, rather than mere plain story telling, than anywhere else in India, and the people of Kerala to appreciate them.

Malayalam cinema

Malayalam cinema refers to films made in the Indian state of Kerala in the Malayalam language. It forms a significant component of Indian cinema. Malayalam cinema remains the most popular medium of entertainment of the people of Kerala. The most successful movies at the box office are often remade in other Indian languages.

History of Malayalam Cinema

Early Era

A lists of film in year order produced in the Malayalam cinema and language from the beginning, 1928-1959:

The Silent Era

The first Malayalam cinema was produced and directed by, J C Daniel, a dentistby profession who didn't had any prior experience with cinema. His film Vigathakumaran was released in 1928, but failed economically. But it is notable that while mythological films ruled all over the Indian cinema arena, J C Daniel had the courage to produce the first ever Malayalam film with a social theme. The economic failure of Vigathakumaran discouraged him from producing further films.

The ill luck of Malayalam cinema continued. The second film Marthandavarma based on a novel of the same name by C V Raman Pillai, was produced by Sunderraj in 1933. But due to a legal confrontation regarding the rights of the film, the producer had to withdraw the film from cinema halls after few exhibitions. Had it not been for the legal embargo, the film would have had a great impact on the cinema of South India. By Marthandavarma the history of silent Malayalam cinema too came to an end.

Balan: The First Talkie

Indian cinema had already entered the talkie age even before Marthandavarma was released. Balan, the first Malayalam cinema with a sound track was released in 1938. Produced by Tamilian, T R Sunderam at the Modern Theatres, Balan was directed by Notani. A melodramatic film, with more Tamil influence than Malayalam, Balan featured the struggle of two orphaned children, Balan and his younger sister, oppressed and exploited by their evil stepmother until they are rescued by a kindly lawyer. Even though this film could be considered irrelevant in artistic sense, its economic success created a base to the Malayalam film industry. Followed by the success of Balan, Jnambika was released in 1940. After Prahlada (1941), Kerala had to wait till 1948 for the next film. Nirmala (1948) directed by P J Cheriyan explored the possibility of music and songs in Malayalam cinema. Legendary Malayalam poet, G Shankara Kurup penned the lyrics for this film. Thus song-dance sequences became an essential ingredient for commercial success in Malayalam cinema.

Inspired from an imported film - Life of Christ - Phalke started mentally visualising the images of Indian gods and goddesses. What really obsessed him was the desire to see Indian images on the screen in a purely Swadeshi venture. He fixed up a studio in Dadar Main Road, wrote the scenario, erected the set and started shooting for his first venture Raja Harishchandra in 1912. The first full-length story film of Phalke was completed in 1912 and released at the Coronation cinema on April 21, 1913, for special invitees and members of the Press. The film was widely acclaimed by one and all and proved to be a great success.

It is notable that none of the Malayalam films that came before the independence of India reflected the mood of the struggle for independence and also the film that came after independence and the early 1950s reflected that torrid period of Kerala, where the Communist upspring was taking place changing the entire social climate of the State. Cinema continued to be dramas happening in a totally artificial and alien world.

Jeevithanouka - 1951
(The boat of life)

Jeevithanouka was a turning point for Malayalam cinema. This highly dramatic musical film, which narrated the story of ego clashes in a joint family, was mainly directed towards the women audience. Jeevithanouka was a huge success, and can be considered as the first 'super hit' of Malayalam cinema. Thikkurishi Sukumaran Nair, an actor from the stage, became the first 'superstar' of Malayalam cinema after the success of the film. But this success had also an adverse effect on Malayalam cinema. Films that were produced after Jeevithanouka were made according to this success formula, and nothing creative was seen for a long time. Superstars took over the driver's seat and directors were forced to the background.

Neelakuyil - 1954
(The Blue Cuckoo)

Through Neelakuyil Malayalam cinema for the first time had an authentic Malayalam story. The story for Neelakuyil was penned by renowned Malayalam writer Uroob and directed by the duo of P Bhaskaran and Ramu Karyat. This melodramatic film dealt with the issue of untouchability in the society. Satyan and Miss Kumari were elevated to stardom after the huge success of this film. Malayalam film music till then were cheap imitations of Hindi and Tamil film music, also came up with original Malayalam tunes through this film. The lyrics written by P Bhaskaran were arranged by K Rghavan, influenced by Malayalam folk music, which became popular among the masses. This was also the first Malayalam film to be shot outdoors. Neelakuyil announced the presence of Malayalam cinema in Indian film arena.

Newspaper Boy - 1955

Newspaper Boy (1955) was the reflection of neo-realism in cinema, which became popular all over the world. This film was a result of extreme hard work by a group of college students. Newspaper Boy was directed by P Ramadas, who was totally new to cinema and almost all technical works were handled by amateur students. This film was distributed some months before Satyajith Ray's Pather Panchali came out. This film narrated the sad story of a printing press employee and his family reeling through poverty. He dies of extreme poverty and illness, which forces his children to stop their education. His elder son Appu leaves to Madras in search of a job. Failing to secure a job there, he returns and decides to take up the job of a newspaper boy.

Towards New Sensibilities

Even though Malayalam cinema right from the first talkie, Balan ventured into social themes instead of cosmetic dramas from Hindu Mythology, like anywhere else in India, they stood far away from social realities. While cinema elsewhere in the world, except India, took big leap forward in devising new cinematic forms making cinema an art form by itself, the Indian filmmakers right from the beginning considered cinema as a platform for combining all the art forms available in India. This was the concept about cinema even among the leading film critics then. Malayalam cinema was no exception in this regard. The first International Film Festival of India held in 1952 opened up the window to a new world of cinema to the Indian filmmakers. For the first time they understood that cinema has advanced much further than the make-belief Hollywood films, which were the only source of foreign films then. Films like Bicycle Thief, which was shown for the first time in India compelled a new generation of filmmakers to take a new path of filmmaking. Satyajit Ray’s Pather Panchali triggered the movement, which was taken up by other new generation filmmakers in Northern India.

Malayalam cinema too took a new path during the mid 1950s towards more down-to-earth social realities, rather than cosmetic social dramas. But this change in sensibility was not due to the effect of world cinema on them, as the Malayalee filmmakers were virtually absent at the film festival. Hence, even though Malayalam cinema became more sensible during the mid 1950s, it had to wait till the mid 1970s, till the new breed of FTII trained filmmakers started filmmaking, for Malayalam cinema to become ‘real cinema’.

In fact, it was the powerful movement that happened in Malayalam literature spearheaded by literary giants like Thakazhi Shivashankara Pillai, Viakom Muhammad Basheer and M T Vasudevan Nair and the ‘Library Movement’ which coincided with it became the real factor for this changes in Malayalam cinema. Also the strong presence of playwrights like N Krishna Pillai, C J Thomas, C N Shreekhantan Nair, G Shankara Pillai and K T Muhammad opened up new vistas in the field of stage plays. Dramas of Thoppil Bhasi like Ningalanne Communist Aakki, Survey Kallu and Mudiayanaya Puthran created ripples in the society. Malayalam cinema, which followed these footsteps but couldn’t create its own cinematic form and remained as novels and dramas.

MALAYALAM CINEMA HISTORY

THE BIGINNING MALAYALAM CINEMA

SUCESSFUL MALAYALAM CINEMAS EARLY PERIOD

MALAYALAM CINEMA GROWTH 1960'S

NEW WAVE MALAYALAM FILM

GOLDEN AGE OF MALAYALAM MOVIE

MALAYALAM CINEMA IN THE FIRST HALF OF 1990'S

MALAYALAM CURRENT SCENARIO LATE 1990'S

MALAYALAM CINEMA MUSIC

EMINENT DIRECTORS - MALAYALAM CINEMA

MALAYALAM CINEMA ACTORS AND ACTRESSES

GOVERNMENTAL SUPPORT - MALAYALAM FILM

NATIONAL RECOGNITION - MALAYALAM CINEMA

DISTRICT CAME INTO EXISTENCE...

2007-12-13T00:12:00.000+05:30

Kasargod became part of Kerala following the reorganisation of states and
formation of Kerala in November 1,1956.
The district was Kasargod Taluk in Kannur District.

The formation of Kasargod District was a long felt ambition of the people.
It is with the intention of bestowing maximum attention on the
development of backward area, Kasaragod district was formed on 24th May, 1984
as per GO.(MS)No.520/84/RD dated 19.05.1984.

With the formation of the district, comprising the erstwhile Kasargod and Hosdurg Taluks.
It has become possible to develop this area fruitfully.
Kasargod consists of the hill tracts villages in the eastern side and
costal villages in the western side and it is the 14th district in the State.

History Of Kasaragod

2007-12-13T00:04:00.000+05:30

History

Lying on the north western coast of the State, Kasaragod was famous from time immemorial. Many Arab travellers, who came to Kerala between ninth and 14th centuries AD, visited Kasaragod as it was then an important trade centre. They called this area Harkwillia. Barbose, the Portuguese traveller, who visited Kumbla near Kasaragod in 1514, had recorded that rice was exported to Male Island whence coir was imported. Dr. Francis Buccanan, who was the family doctor of Lord Wellesly, visited Kasaragod in 1800. In his travelogue, he has included information on the political and communal set-up in places like Athipramba, Kavvai, Nileswaram, Bekal, Chandragiri and Manjeshwaram.

Kasaragod was part of the Kumbala Kingdom in which there were 64 Tulu and Malayalam villages. When Vijayanagar empire attackedKasaragod, it was ruled by the Kolathiri King who had Nileshwaram as his headquarters. It is said that the characters appearing in Theyyam, the ritualistic folkdance of northern Kerala, represent those who had helped King Kolathiri in the fight against the attack of the Vijayanagar empire. During the decline of that empire in the 14th century, the administration of this area was vested with the Ikkery Naikans. They continued to be the rulers till the fall of the Vijayanagar empire in 16th century. Then Vengappa Naik declared independence to Ikkery. In 1645 Sivappa Naik took the reigns and transferred the capital to Bednoor. Thus they came to be known as Bednoor Naik. Chandragiri and Bekal forts are considered to be parts of a chain of Forts constructed by Sivappa Naik

.In 1763 Hyder Ali of Mysore conquered Bednoor. His intention was to capture entire Kerala. But when his attempt to conquer Thalassery fort was foiled , Hyder Ali returned to Mysore and died there in 1782.His son, Tippu Sulthan, continued the attack and conquered Malabar. As per the Sreerangapattanam Treaty of 1792, Tippu surrendered Malabar except Thulunadu (Canara) to the British. The British got it, only after the death of Tippu Sulthan in 1799

.Kasaragod was part of Bekal taluk in the south Canara district of Bombay presidency. Kasaragod taluk came into being when Bekal taluk was included in the Madras presidency on 16th April 1882. Though Vengayil Kunhiraman Nayanar moved a resolution in 1913 on the floor of Madras Governor's Council demanding the merger of Kasaragod taluk with the Malabar district, it had to be withdrawn because of the stiff opposition of the members from Karnataka. In1927, a political convention held at Kozhikode, passed a resolution stressing the above demand. In the same year, an organisation titled Malayalee Seva Sanghom was constituted. Thanks to the efforts made by many eminent persons like K.P.Kesava Menon, Kasaragod became part of Kerala following the reorganisation of states and formation of Kerala on the first November 1956.

National Movement

Kasaragod played a prominent role in the National Movement for the freedom of the country. Mohammed Sherul Sahib and Kandige Krishna Bhat were the frontline leaders of the independence movement. Umesh Rao, K.M. Krishnan Nambiar, Shreesankarji, Naranthatta Raman Nair, A.C. Kannan Nair, T.Gopalan Nair and Meloth Narayanan Nambiar were prominent freedom fighters.

The agrarian struggle to end the exploitation and oppression by landlords and chieftains were part of the National Movement. The Kadakom Sathyagraha was started following the arrest of Gandhiji in 1932. The Palayi Harvest Agitation (1941), Cheemeni Estate Struggle (1942), Kayyur Agrarian Riot (1944), Eleri Estate Agitation (1946), Karinthalam Paddy Seizure Revolt (1948) and many other struggles waged by the peasant organisations accelerated the tempo of the freedom movement. Besides the agitation of the peasants, the various struggles unleashed for the uplift of the scheduled castes and tribes also supported and enlivened the National Movement.