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Ashtalakshmi Temple, Chennai

The Ashtalakshmi Kovil is a Hindu temple, which lies on the shorelines near the Elliot's beach, in Chennai, India. The temple is dedicated to the goddess Lakshmi, and her eight primary forms – the Ashtalakshmi – the giver of all eight forms of wealth, namely, offspring, success, prosperity, wealth, courage, bravery, food, and knowledge. The sanctorums are depicted on a multi-tier complex in such a way that visitors could visit all the shrines without stepping over any of the sanctorums. Construction The temple was constructed on the wishes of Sri Chandrashekarendra Saraswati swamigal of Kanchi Mutt. Sri Mukkur Srinivasa Varadhachariar was the Mahatma instrumental behind fulfilling the wishes of Kanchi Periyava.The foundation was laid in January 1974 by public participation. The consecration of the temple took place on 5 April 1976 in the presence of the 44th guru of the Ahobila Mutt Vedhantha Dhesika Yatheendhra Mahadhesikan Swami. The temple The temple measures 65 ft in length and 45 ft in breath. It is modeled after the Sundara Varadaraja Perumal temple in Uthiramerur. In this temple, the Ashtalakshmis, the eight forms of goddess Lakshmi, are present in four levels in nine separate sanctums. The shrine of Lakshmi and her consort Vishnu is in level two. One starts the worship from here. Taking the stairs, the path leads to the third floor, which has the shrines of Santhanalakshmi, Vijayalakshmi, Vidyalakshmi and Gajalakshmi. Further few steps would lead to the shrine of Dhanalakshmi, which is the only shrine on the fourth floor. Exiting the main shrine, in the first level, there are shrines for Aadilakshmi, Dhaanya lakshmi and Dhairyalakshmi. The temple also has Dashavatara (avatars of Vishnu), Guruvayoorappan, Ganesha, Dhanvanthari and Anjaneyar deities. Renovation In 2012, the temple was renovated at a cost of ₹ 7 million. Another ₹ 1.6 million was spent on conducting the Jeernotharana Ashtabandana mahakumbhabhishekam, a Hindu ceremony. A total of 32 kalasams were newly laid in the temple, including a gold-plated 5.5-foot-high kalasam atop the sanctum sanctorum. See also Religion in Chennai References External links GeoHack - Ashtalakshmi Temple, Chennai Official site
Asian School of Business

A Asian School of Business (ASB) é uma instituição de ensino superior privada voltada à área de negócios, localizada na cidade de Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum), no estado de Querala, Índia. Foi fundada em 2005. Cursos e admissão O principal programa acadêmico oferecido pela instituição é o Diploma de Pós-Graduação em Gestão (Post Graduate Diploma in Management - PGDM), o qual possui habilitações nas áreas de marketing, finanças, recursos humanos, sistemas de informação e operações. O curso é regulamentado e aprovado pelo Conselho Indiano de Educação Técnica (AICTE). O processo de seleção e admissão de estudantes para o programa baseia-se no desempenho dos candidatos em um exame de aptidão unificado (teste de entrada comum), seguido por avaliações em dinâmicas de discussão em grupo e entrevistas individuais. Ligações externas «Página oficial» Referências
Athisayam

Athisayam (Tamil: அதிசயம்) is an amusement theme park located in Paravai on Madurai - Dindigul National Highway 7, 12 km from Madurai. The park is located on a 70 acres (280,000 m2) site and features about 4 games and 2 water rides. The park is popular for its water rides, recreating the experience of Courtalam waterfalls. External links Official website References
Attiveri Bird Sanctuary

Attiveri Bird Sanctuary is a village in the Mundgod taluk of Uttara Kannada district in Karnataka. It is located 15 km away from Mundgod. Spread over an area of about 2.23 km2 (0.86 sq mi), the sanctuary is located in and around the Attiveri reservoir. The part of the sanctuary surrounding the reservoir has riverine and deciduous forests. Birds inhabiting this area include cattle egret, Indian and little cormorants, black-headed ibis, Eurasian spoonbill, pied and white-throated kingfishers, Indian grey hornbill and barn swallow. The agricultural fields surrounding the sanctuary attract a variety of aquatic creatures. The best time to visit the sanctuary is between November and March. References
B.M.S. Institute of Technology and Management

B.M.S. Institute of Technology (Autonomous) is a private (Government Aided) engineering college in Yelahanka, Bangalore, India. It was started in 2002 by Bhusanayana Mukundadas Sreenivasaiah Institute of Technology (BMSIT) and is run by the B.M.S. Educational Trust. It is affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University and became autonomous in 2020. It is partially funded by the Government of Karnataka. Rankings B.M.S. Institute of Technology and Management was ranked in the 101-150 band by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) engineering ranking in 2023. References
BTL Institute of Technology

BTL Institute of Technology (BTLIT) was an engineering college situated in Bommasandra Industrial Area near Electronics City in Bengaluru, India. The college was founded in 1997, initially being affiliated to the Bangalore University, Bengaluru. Since 1998, the college has been associated with Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. Founder Late B.T Lakshman an NRI is the founder of the institution. He earlier worked as a civil engineer in Delaware, United States. Courses Undergraduate (B.Tech.) Computer Science Information Science Electronics and Communication Mechanical Engineering Electrical and Electronics Postgraduate (M.Tech.) Computer Science Information Science Electronics and Communication Closure BTLIT was closed permanently in 2021 due to lack of admissions and poor management of the institution that was a result of dispute between partners of the late founders. References External links From educationinfoindia
Bahour taluk

Bahour taluk (Tamil: [baːhuːɾ]) is one of four taluks in the Pondicherry District of the union territory of Puducherry. It comprises villages under Bahour and Nettapakkam Commune. Bahour taluk is further divided into three sub-taluks or firkas, viz. Bahour, Selliamedu and Nettapakkam. References External links North East Monsoon 2009 - Action Plan
Baker Memorial Girls High School

Baker Memorial Girls Higher Secondary School is a girls' higher secondary school located in Kottayam, Kerala, India. It was established in 1819. It was the first school of its kind established in India. In 1952 it became the first school in the country to start a Girl Guides unit to promote social service with its students. Amelia Dorothea Baker, wife of Henry Baker founded the school in 1819, initially with twelve students. By 1829 there were 42 students. The children were taught textile crafts as well as other subjects, so that they could earn money after they left. One of the school's aims was also to make its students fit wives for missionaries and pastors, and sometimes the school contributed to students' dowries. In 1893 Mrs Baker Jr. and her daughters took charge of the school. It was accorded the status of a lower secondary school by the department of education in 1894 and become 'Miss Bakers School' — a memorial to the early Miss Bakers. The school was upgraded into a high school in 1904 and affiliated to the state government of Kerala in 1952. The school was further upgraded into a Higher Secondary school in 1998. Although the school is Christian it accepts students of all classes and creeds. It has been called "one of the best English Schools in Travancore". The school celebrated its bicentennial in 2019. Its motto is "Love Never Faileth". References External links Baker Memorial Girls' Higher Secondary School
Baldwin Boys' High School

Baldwin Boys' High School (abbreviated BBHS, informally referred to as Baldwins) is a private boys school for boarders and day scholars. This school was founded in 1880 in Bangalore, India.The school is run by the Methodist Church in India under the chairmanship of Bishop Dr.Anilkumar John Servand. In 2018, there were complaints about pupils who were late having to stand outside, and the Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights asked the police to take action. Notable former pupils Rahman, actor Chiranjeevi Sarja, actor References External links Official website
Bangalore Club

The Bangalore Club, located in Bangalore, Karnataka, is the oldest club in the city. Founded in 1868, it counts among its previous members the Maharaja of Mysoreand Winston Churchill. A ledger on display in the main building of the club is open to a page that has a list of "irrecoverable debts" that were written off by the club. One of these is the sum Rs. 13, owed by Winston Churchill. Membership at present for the category of new permanent members is closed, but last when open, had a waiting list of over 30 years. The club is spread across 11 acres and located on Cariappa Road, near Richmond Circle. History The club was established in 1868, named the Bangalore United Services Club for officers of the British Empire. In 1915, membership was opened to Indian officers. Membership for civilians was opened in 1946, and the club was renamed the Bangalore Club. In 2018, the Club celebrated completing 150 years of existence. Facilities The club has a limited number of restaurants, bars, libraries, and sports facilities i.e.: Badminton, Squash, Billiards, Table tennis, Swimming pool, Tennis courts, Bridge, Gymnasium, etc., and is built in the colonial style. In addition to these, it also has some stores for the convenience of its members, open to only club members. The club has many rules and regulations which could be more of an effect of a colonial hangover, but lately, there has been a concentrated effort to rectify the same. Members can also visit other affiliated clubs around India and many parts of the world. The club has tough dress regulations at several places which upholds the club's tradition at all times. See also List of gentlemen's clubs in India References External links Official website
Bangalore International School

Bangalore International School (or BIS) is a private international school in the city of Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. It was the first international school to be established in Bangalore. It is located in Hennur, north-eastern Bengaluru. History Bangalore International School, formerly the American Community School, was founded in 1969 by Eloise R. Bennett. In the 1960s and 1970s, although many American and Canadian families were living in the city, there were no schools offering a North American curriculum and instruction style. The only option was a boarding school, but this idea did not appeal to Bennett and her family. On a USAID contract through the University of Tennessee, the Bennett family moved to Bangalore for two years between 1969 and 1971. With no schooling options they opened their own school, and so was born the then American Community School in a garage on Millers Road. Curriculum The school is accredited by the University of Cambridge International Examinations Syndicate. The school is also a Cambridge International Examination Centre along with being a centre for the International Baccalaureate (IB) and Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations. Management Since its inception, BIS has been a parent-owned school. Its board of trustees comprises seven parents (of students currently enrolled) and is responsible for the governance of the school. BIS is managed and run by the Head of School and the staff body. Accreditation The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools, New England; the Association of Schools and Colleges, University of Cambridge, UK; the International Baccalaureate, Geneva; the AP, and the Association of Indian Universities. References External links Official website
Bengaluru Town Hall

Sir K. P. Puttanna Chetty Town Hall, locally commonly referred to as Bangalore Town Hall, is a neoclassical municipal building in Bangalore, India, named after the philanthropist and former president of Bangalore City Municipality, Sir K.P Puttanna Chetty. History The building was commissioned and inaugurated by Yuvaraja Kanteerava Narasimharaja Wadiyar and designed by Sir Mirza Ismail. Foundation stone for the building was laid by Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV on 6 March 1933. The building was completed on 11 September 1935. The structure features a flight of steps leading to the entrance porch resting on Tuscan columns with identical columns extending on either sides. Due to improper acoustics, a renovation was proposed estimated at Rs 1,000,000 in 1976. Postponements delayed renovations till March 1990, when the building was finally closed for renovation. The cost then was Rs 6.5 million (approximately US$371,400). The auditorium has two floors with a previous total capacity of 1,038 seats. The seating capacity has been reduced to 810 following the renovations. References The Story of Town Hall
Banjara Lake

Banjara Lake also known as Hamed Khan Kunta or Anthagani Kunta is a small water body situated in Banjara Hills in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. History The lake was built in 1930. At the time the locality had mansions and residences of royal elite. It was once spread over an area of more than one kilometre. Conservation The lake receives sewer water from adjoining localities. Efforts are on to conserve the lake by organisations like Save Our Urban Lakes (SOUL). References External links nic.in
Basilika Maria Schnee (Pallippuram)

Die Basilika Maria Schnee oder Manjumatha Basilica ist eine römisch-katholische Kirche in Pallippuram im Distrikt Ernakulam des südindischen Bundesstaates Kerala. Die Kirche des Bistums Kottapuram mit dem Patrozinium Unserer Lieben Frau vom Schnee trägt den Titel einer Basilica minor. Geschichte Der Bau der Kirche begann mit der Errichtung des Pallipuram-Forts 1503. Das portugiesische Fort war die erste europäische Befestigung in Indien. Die Weihe der Marienkirche erfolgte 1507. 1577 wurde sie zur Pfarrkirche. Während des mysorischen Feldzugs um 1789/90 unter Tipu Sultan gegen Travancore wurden die meisten christlichen und hinduistischen Sakralbauten der Region zerstört. Nach der Legende blieb die Kirche durch Schnee (oder Nebel) den Angreifern aber verborgen. Wegen eines zugleich steigenden Hochwassers des nahen Flusses Periyar mussten die Angreifer sich geschwächt zurückziehen. Darauf wurde das Patrozinium der Kirche in Unsere Liebe Frau vom Schnee geändert. Renovierungen der Kirche erfolgten 1931 und 2006. Die Kirche wurde 2012 durch Papst Benedikt XVI. in den Rang einer Basilica minor erhoben. Weblinks Homepage der Gemeinde Einzelnachweise
Basilika des Heiligen Erlösers

Die Basilika des Heiligen Erlösers (englisch Basilica of the Holy Redeemer, Tamil உலக இரட்சகர் பெருங்கோவில்) ist eine römisch-katholische Kirche in Tiruchirappalli im südindischen Bundesstaat Tamil Nadu. Die Kirche des Bistums Tiruchirappalli ist Jesus Christus als Erlöser geweiht und trägt den Titel einer Basilica minor. Geschichte Erste christliche Spuren in der Region lassen sich bis in die frühen Jahrzehnte des 17. Jahrhunderts zurückverfolgen, als Jesuitenmissionare der Madurai-Mission das Christentum verbreiteten, die ersten Bekehrungen erfolgten 1616 in der Gegend. Zu den vielen Jesuitenmissionaren, die in der Madurai-Mission tätig waren, gehörten Roberto de Nobili und Constanzo Beschi. Nach anderen Gemeindegründungen um die Marienkathedrale in Tiruchirappalli wurde für die 7500 Christen von Palakkarai eine eigene Kirche notwendig, zumal die näher gelegene Kirche Maria Schmerzen im heutigen Palayakoil nicht erreichbar war, da sie im Bereich der Verwaltung des portugiesischen Padroado lag. Bischof Alexis Canoz, SJ, legte am 9. Februar 1880 den Grundstein für die neue Kirche. Die Kirche des Allerheiligsten Erlösers wurde am 29. Juni 1881 vom Apostolischen Vikar von Puducherry geweiht. Das Land für den Bau der Kirche war ein Geschenk des örtlichen Herrschers Diwan Kanjamalai Medullar. Papst Benedikt XVI. erhob die Kirche des Allerheiligsten Erlösers am 12. Oktober 2006 in den Rang einer Basilica minor. Bauwerk Über dem Eingang der weiß verputzten Kirche erhebt sich ein breiter Turm mit sechs Etagen. Die einschiffige Kirche ist beidseitig mit Reihen von Kapellen ausgestattet. Die Innenwände sind mit Ölgemälden von Heiligen und Szenen aus dem Alten und Neuen Testament geschmückt. Erwähnenswert ist das ikonenartige Bild von Maria der immerwährenden Hilfe. Weblinks Website der Basilika (englisch) Einzelnachweise
Basilica of the Holy Redeemer, Tiruchirappalli

The Basilica of the Holy Redeemer and Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Tiruchirappalli is one of ten Roman Catholic minor basilicas in the southern state of Tamil Nadu, India. History The origins of the basilica can be traced to the early decades of the 17th century, when Jesuit missionaries began spreading Christianity through the Madurai Mission. The first conversions occurred in the area known as Tiruchirappalli, also called "Trichy", in 1616. The missionaries eventually got support from the Hindu Naicker rulers of Madurai. The many Jesuit missionaries who worked in the Madurai Mission included Robert de Nobili and Constanzo Beschi. While Trichy was still a mission station of the Madurai Mission, several Christian communities were established in Palakkarai, Dharmanathapuram, and Varaganeri. Even before the construction of the Holy Redeemer Church, there were some 7500 Christians in the area. They worshiped at the St. Mary's Cathedral, Trichy, rather than at Our Lady of Sorrows because the latter was under the administration of the Portuguese Padroado. Realizing the need for the Christians of Palakkarai to have a church of their own, Bishop Alexis Canoz, S.J. laid the foundation for a new church on 9 February 1880. The church of the Most Holy Redeemer was consecrated on 29 June 1881 by the Vicar Apostolic of Pondicherry, Msgr. François-Jean-Marie Laouënan, M.E.P. The land for the construction of the church was a gift from the local ruler, Diwan Kanjamalai Mudaliar. Devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help In 1957 the novena devotion to Our Lady of Perpetual Help was introduced by the parish priest, Rev. A. Thomas, after a parish mission conducted by the Redemptorist priest Rev. Francis. The devotion has continued till the present as hundreds of devotees, Christian and non-Christian, gather to pray on Wednesdays. Minor basilica Pope Benedict XVI raised the church of the Most Holy Redeemer to the dignity of a minor basilica on 12 October 2006. The request for the elevation of the church to a basilica was presented to the Vatican by the Bishop of Trichy, Most Rev. Antony Devotee while Rev. A. Gabriel was the parish priest. Art and architecture The inner walls of this church are adorned with oil paintings of the saints and scenes from the Old and New Testaments. Bishops of Tiruchirapalli Diocese Bishop Alexis Canoz, S.J. 1846–1888 Bishop John Barthe, S.J. 1888–1913 Bishop Ange-August Faisandier, S.J. 1913–1936 Bishop John Peter Leonard, S.J. 1936–1938 Bishop James Mendonça 1938–1970 Bishop Thomas Fernando 1971–1990 Bishop Lawrence Gabriel 1990–1997 Msgr. Vincent Mathias (administrator) 1997–1999 Bishop Peter Fernando 2000–2001 Bishop Anthony Devotta 2001–2018 Bishop.Devadoss Ambrose (administrator) 2018-2021 Bishop Savarimuthu Arockia Raj 2021– See also Cathedral Duomo List of basilicas Roman architecture Tiruchirapalli References
Basin Bridge Junction railway station

Basin Bridge Junction is a railway station in Chennai, India. It comes under the purview of the Chennai railway division of the Southern Railway zone of the Indian Railways. It is the first station on the lines originating from Chennai Central, and as Central is a terminal station, the various lines branch out from the nearby Basin Bridge station. It is located at Pulianthope near the confluence on the Otteri Nullah and Buckingham Canal. A coach maintenance depot and train care centre is located close to the station. It is the largest train care centre under the Southern Railway, and is equipped with 14 pit lines including two lines to accommodate 24-coach trains, and the rest designed to park 18-coach trains. It also has a trip shed for housing electric locomotives, located to the north of the train care centre. The station is covered by an Integrated Security Surveillance System project implemented in 2012. References
Christian College, Chengannur

Christian College, Chengannur (CCC) is a government-aided college for higher education located at Angadickal Chengannur, Alappuzha district, Kerala, India. It was established in 1964 by Rt. Rev. Dr. Mathews Mar Athanasius Episcopa. The college is owned and operated by Malankara Marthoma Syrian Church and affiliated with Kerala University. The NAAC Accredited B++ Grade College has 9 departments offering various graduate and post-graduate courses. Notable alumni of the college include Saji Cherian and former parliamentarian KK Ramachandran Nair. Endeavours The College turned a garbage dump into a mini-forest, in an effort for biodiversity conservation. The mini-forest, also known as Shanthisthal, was set up by the Christian College Biodiversity Club, and is home to around 200 trees and plants of 116 species, including several rare, endangered and threatened ones. The College also has the Campus Bird initiative in which birdwatchers and students came together to document the number of birds, to study the changes in regions where such birds exist and how climate change affects the population. Awards The college received the Vanamitra Award, instituted by the Kerala Forest Department, on July 2, 2024 for their biodiversity conservation efforts. Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). List of Managers (The '#' and '*' indicates the same Bishop(s) known by different titles at different points in time) Rt. Rev. Mathews Mar Athanaseus Episcopa (1964-1973) Rt. Rev. Thomas Mar Athanaseus Suffragan Metropolitan (1974-1980) Rt. Rev. Philipose Mar Chrysostom Suffragan Metropolitan (1980-1984) (1988-1990) (1997-1999) The Most Rev. Dr. Alexander Mar Thoma Metropolitan (1984-1985) Rt. Rev. Easow Mar Timotheos Episcopa (1985-1987) Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Episcopa (1990-1997)* Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Irenaeus Suffragan Metropolitan (1999-2005)# Rt. Rev. Dr. Zacharias Mar Theophilus Suffragan Metropolitan (2005-2015) Rt. Rev. Dr. Joseph Mar Thoma Metropolitan (2015-2020)# Rt. Rev. Thomas Mar Timotheos Episcopa (2020-2023) Rt. Rev. Dr. Euyakim Mar Coorilos Suffragan Metropolitan (2023-)* List of Principals Very Rev. A. A. Pylee (1964-1978) Prof. K. M. Thomas (1978-1984) Prof. N. P. Philip (1984-1989) Prof. George Varghese (1989-1994) Prof. K. V. Mathew (1994-1997) Dr. George Zachariah (1997-1999) Prof. Dr. T. C. Varghese (1999-2002) Prof. Mathew C. Philip (2002-2007) Dr. Jacob George (2007-2012) Prof. Mathew Varghese (2012-2014) Dr. Achamma Alex (2014-2019) Dr. Johnson Baby (2019-2024) Prof. Dr. Abraham A (2024-) References External links http://www.christiancollege.ac.in