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St Mary's College, Sulthan Bathery

St. Mary's College, Sulthan Bathery is a Post Graduate Aided College managed by the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church is located in Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad district, Kerala. It was established in the year 1965. St. Mary's College is the first higher education College in Wayanad. The college is affiliated to the University of Calicut. The college was NAAC accredited with B plus in 2006. In the year 2012, it is re-accredited with A grade by the NAAC. The college offers 11 under graduate and 8 post graduate courses. It has a campus strength of 1622+ students and teaching staff of 88+. It has a campus area of 50 Acres. History Fr. Mathai Nooranal (1928-2002) played the pivotal role in the establishment of college by putting forward all efforts. The college was formally inaugurated on 1 July 1965 by Rev. Fr. Mathai Nooranal, the founder Chairman of the Governing Board at a meeting presided over by Late Sri. M. C. Pothen (Manamel), founder Secretary of the governing Board. Sri. K. M. Cherian (Kandathil) and Sri. K. M. Mathew (Kandathil), both Chief Editors of Malayala Manorama were pillars of strength for Fr. Mathai Nooranal during the foundation of the college as well during the significant years of its development. Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). NAAC with A Grade See also References External links "St.Mary's College, Sulthan Bathery, Wayanad". stmarysbathery.ac.in. Retrieved 16 September 2017. University of Calicut University Grants Commission National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Government College, Malappuram

Government College, Malappuram, is a general degree college located in Malappuram, Kerala. It was established in 1972. The college is affiliated with Calicut University. This college offers different courses in arts, commerce and science. Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Student activism In February 2019 Kerala police arrested two students for allegedly protesting against sangh parivar. Human rights organisations and Activists had taken a strong stand against the arrest of the students. They released a joint statement signed by the group of activists, lawyers, journalists demanding immediate release of the Student Activists. Notable alumni A. Vijayaraghavan, Ex.MP V. Sasikumar, Ex-MLA Rinshad Reera, Student Activist See also References External links "Government College". Malappuram. Retrieved 16 September 2017. University of Calicut University Grants Commission National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Peppara Dam

Peppara Dam is a masonry gravity dam on the Karamana River in Thiruvananthapuram District. It is built by the Kerala Water Authority in 1983 has a catchment area of 83 km2 and receives an average rain fall of 481 cm. The 423m long dam unifies all upper tributaries of the Karamana river and water flow to Aruvikkara is regulated to suit the needs of the Trivandrum city. There is also a 3MW hydel power station at Peppara. It is the main drinking water supply to Thiruvananthapuram city and suburban areas. This dam is situated inside the Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary. References External links Peppara Project
Government Medical College, Konni

Government Medical College Konni or GMC Konni in Konni, Pathanamthitta is the seventh government medical college in Kerala. Location The Medical college is situated on Nedumpara hill near Vattamon in Konni taluk, Pathanamthitta District. The construction is completed. History The foundation stone for Government Medical College, Konni in Pathanamthitta district was laid on 26 January 2013 by Oommen Chandy, the then Chief Minister of Kerala. The campus had 50 acres (20 ha) of land which was received by the Soil Conservation Department at Vattamon in Aruvappulam grama panchayat. The Budget was Rs 200 crore, which includes the State Government's budget allocation and the credit taken from NABARD, for the construction work in the first phase of the project. On 14 September 2020, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the Medical College hospital. The inpatient capacity will be 300. The college has been admitting 100 students since 2022. References External links Official website
Devanga Arts College

Devanga Arts College, is a general degree college located in Aruppukottai, Virudhunagar district, Tamil Nadu. The college is affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University. This college offers different courses in arts, commerce and science. Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). Controversy Devanga Arts College's assistant professor got caught in an alleged scandal where she tried to lure four female students for prostitution. College authorities suspended the assistant professor after the girls filed a complaint. College authorities said Ms. P. Nirmala Devi was suspended on 21 March, two days after the four final years B.Sc. students filed a written complaint. However, no police complaint has been filed by the college in this matter. See also Education in India Literacy in India List of educational institutions in Virudhunagar district List of institutions of higher education in Tamil Nadu References External links https://dac.org.in/ "Devanga Arts College" (Map). Google Maps.
Tagore Government College of Arts and Science

Tagore Government College of Arts and Science is one of the oldest public college in Pondicherry, Union Territory of Puducherry. The college was established in 1961 at Lawspet, Puducherry. The college has a green campus of 15 acres situated in an urban area in Pondicherry. This college has a well-maintained playground, a canteen and other infrastructural facilities. The college is affiliated with Pondicherry University. This college offers only Bachelor degree with different courses in arts, commerce and science. History Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru laid the foundation stone of the new campus of our college in 1965 on the birth centenary of Rabindranath Tagore. Tegore Government Arts and Science College (TGASC) and Madras Library Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2023 to strengthening the library movement and promoting reading habits. Departments Science Physics Chemistry Mathematics Plant Science Zoology Psychology Computer Science Arts and Commerce Tamil English French History Sociology Philosophy Tourism Economics Commerce Accreditation The college is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). References
Visakha Institute of Medical Sciences

Visakha Institute of Medical Sciences shortly VIMS is a hospital in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. Overview The institute is located in Hanumanthavaka area at the Entrance of the Main City and spread over an area of about 100 acres (400,000 m2). See also King George Hospital, Visakhapatnam References External links Visakhapatnam Doctors
LIC Building, Visakhapatnam

LIC Building, Visakhapatnam is an 11-storied commercial building in Visakhapatnam, India. It is located on the Jeevitha Bima Road, opposite to the City Central Park. It was one of the tallest buildings in the city. About The LIC Building was one of the first tall structures in Visakhapatnam in the 1970s. At that time, it resembled a light house which was visible from the four corners of the city. Back then, it was a wonder of the city. Many central government offices are located near this building. References
Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary

Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the Western Ghats and spread across 74 square kilometres (29 mi2) in Chakkittapara and Koorachundu revenue villages of Koyilandy Taluk in Kozhikode, Kerala. The sanctuary is part of the western ghats, a biodiversity hotspot. It also comes under the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and forms a part of the Wayanad Elephant Reserve. References External links Official website of Department of Forests and Wildlife Department, Government of Kerala
Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum

The Revi Karunakaran Museum The Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum is a privately owned museum located in Alappuzha, Kerala, in southern India. It is named in memory of Revi Karunakaran. The Museum In 2003, it was built by Betty Karan in memory of her husband, the coir industrialist Revi Karunakaran. It holds one of the largest private collections of Swarovski crystals in the world along with porcelain, jade, ivory, Keralan artifacts, furniture, and Tanjore paintings. The museum was inaugurated on 22 November 2006 by the former governor of Meghalaya M.M. Jacob. The third phase of the museum was inaugurated on 22 November 2015 by Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga, the fifth President of Sri Lanka. See also List of museums in India References External links Official Website
Maduranthakam Lake

Maduranthakam Lake or Maduranthakam Aeri, is a lake spread over 2400 acres in Maduranthakam, Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, India. Geography Maduranthakam aeri is an artificial lake and is the largest lake in the district of Chengalpattu and second largest lake in the state of Tamil Nadu. This lake with a live storage capacity of 16.08 MCM (million cubic meters) as on 2005 has been mentioned in the Government records as one of the oldest impounded lakes in the country since 1798 After decades of siltation that reduced its storage capacity by 24%, a major restoration project worth ₹163 crore was undertaken. As of early 2026, the project is nearly complete, with storage capacity increased by 45%—from 694 million cubic feet (mcft) to 1,000 mcft. Modern automated gates have been installed for efficient water management. The Water Resources Department confirmed the lake is on track to be fully functional by February 2026. [4] See also Rejuvenation efforts at Madurantakam lake after many decades https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/tamil-nadu/rejuvenation-efforts-on-at-madurantakam-lake-after-many-decades/article65844111.ece Water management in Chennai References
Meghadri Gedda Reservoir

Meghadri Gedda Reservoir, officially "Sri Dronam Raju Satyanarayana Reservoir Scheme" is a reservoir and dam in Visakhapatnam, India. It is one of the main water sources of the Visakhapatnam city. Its capacity is 11 MGD and it is maintained by Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation. History It was discussed in 1964 state assembly debates as an important project which would help meet the water requirements of the soon to be set up Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, the Hindustan Shipyard, the then Bengal Nagpur Railway, together with the Raiwada Reservoir. The project is named after Dronamraju Satyanarayana, a Congress politician from Visakhapatnam and was inaugurated on 27 September 1977 by the then chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Jalagam Vengala Rao. The estimated expenditure was ₹6.3 crore (equivalent to ₹183 crore or $22M USD in 2024) out of which ₹3.29 crore was spent on reservoir works and ₹1.37 Cr for acquiring 2,716 acres (11 sqkm) of land and another ₹1.37 for public health related expenditures. Location The reservoir situated between Pendurthi, Sabbavaram, and Gopalapatnam. Its eastern edge parallels the Howrah–Chennai main line and mountains of Sabbavaram and Vepagunta surround the water body. Geography The Vaaluteeru rivulet is the primary water source for the reservoir with several other streams from the nearby Kothavalasa, Pendurthi, Simhachalam, and other areas draining into it. The Vaaluteru gets its name from the Telugu words Vaalu (its shape) and Eeru (stream) which later came to be Waltair. These together make up the Meghadri "Gedda" (drain) which joins the Bay of Bengal at the Dolphin Hill near Visakhapatnam Port. The construction of the dam and the development of Airport and the Harbour has dried up several streams which used to pass through the city. Power generation A floating solar power plant of 3MW capacity has been commissioned on 22 July 2022 which saves 12 acres of land area and reduces evaporation at a cost of Rs.14 crore. This project was part of the Asian Development Bank's Visakhapatnam–Chennai Industrial Corridor Development Program and the "Urban climate change resilience trust fund". Gallery References
Raiwada Reservoir

Sri Varada Narayana Murty Raiwada Reservoir Project or Raiwada Reservoir is a reservoir constructed across the Sarada River near Raiwada village, Devarapalli mandal, Anakapalli district, 58 km from Visakhapatnam city. It is one of the main water sources for Visakhapatnam city. Its capacity is 2,360 tcm, and it is maintained by Irrigation & CAD Dept. History The Raiwada reservoir was discussed in 1962 legislative assembly debate and was estimated to cost ₹1.1 Crore, equivalent to ₹96 Crore in 2024. It was again discussed in 1964 as an important project which would help meet the water requirements of the soon to be set up of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant and the Hindustan Shipyard, along with the Meghadri Gedda Reservoir. The Raiwada Reservoir Scheme was included in the third five-year plan, and the project was constructed during 1981-82. It was argued in a 1997 article titled "Water for the Rich" in Economic and Political Weekly that GVMC prioritised water supply for industries by supplying 125 lakh gallons to industries while only 97 lakh gallons per day were available for domestic consumption. Canals The main canal passes through Devarapalli, Vepada, K.Kotapadu, Sabbavaram, and transports water from the reservoir to a filtration plant in Narava for drinking water requirements of Visakhapatnam. The total length of canals is 68 Km. In 2019, GVMC spent ₹1.96 crore to draw water from dead storage due to water shortages in summer. Proposed hydroelectric projects In 2023, the Government of Andhra Pradesh has approved two large-scale pumped storage hydroelectric projects around the Raiwada reservoir proposed by Adani Green Energy through its subsidiaries. The social consequences of these projects have led to considerable debate and opposition. Surveys in affected villages were met with resistance from locals and several protests were organised. Civil society organisations allege violations of the PESA and FRA Acts, lack of informed consent and transparency, and fears of tribal displacement and environmental harm. Pedakota Pumped Storage Project The Pedakota PSP, initially approved for 1000 MW capacity in 2023, was later revised to 1800 MW (6x300 MW) in 2025. It is proposed to be built near Pedakota, Dayarti and Madrebu villages in Ananthagiri mandal by utilising water from the Tamutapu Gedda which joins the Sarada river downstream. The requested water allocation for this project is 16.547 MCM. Raiwada Close Loop Pumped Storage Project The Raiwada PSP, revised from 600 MW to 900 MW capacity, is being developed near Marika and Sammeda villages in Vepada and Devarapalli mandals of Vizianagaram and Anakapalli districts respectively. The upper dam for this project is planned to be near Marika village, which is situated in the Marika Reserved Forest and lower dam near Sammeda village. The requested allocations are 832 acres of land and 23 MCM of water from the Sarada river. Gallery References
Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City

Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City or JN Pharma City or Pharma City is a Pharma SEZ situated in the city of Visakhapatnam, India. It is the first industrial township in India. Location Jawaharlal Nehru Pharma City is located in Parawada, with a spread over of 2,400 acres. Details This pharma city foundation stone was laid by Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy, then Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. It is a pharma product SEZ and Andhra Pradesh State largest Pharma SEZ spread over 2143 acres. Most all multi-national pharma companies started their operations here, like Hospira, Hetero, Shasun, Natco, Eisai, Mylan, Biocon, GVK BIO, and Gland Pharma. See also Visakhapatnam Special Economic Zone References
Karikili Bird Sanctuary

Karikili Bird Sanctuary is a 61.21-hectare (151.3-acre) protected area located in the Chengalpattu District of the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The sanctuary is about 75 kilometres (47 mi) from Chennai, south of Chengalpattu. About 100 species were recorded from this sanctuary Karikili is situated about 10 km from Vedanthangal, and there are two tanks combined established as the bird sanctuary in 1988. This region is surrounded by open areas, paddy fields and scrub forest. Several migratory birds such as Northern Pintail, Garganey, Common Sandpiper were recorded from Karikili. Karikili Bird Sanctuary along with Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary has been identified as one of the Important Bird Areas of Tamil Nadu (IBA Site Code-29, A1, IBA criteria – A4iii). Several waterbirds use Vedanthangal as a nesting site and Karikili as a foraging site. The sanctuary has been designated as a protected Ramsar site since 2022. References
AU Convention Center

AU Convention Center is a convention at Beach road, Pandurangapuram, Visakhapatnam it was inaugurated in the year of 2017 by Vice-President of India Venkaiah Naidu. About The building was designed by the Architecture Alumni Association, Department of Architecture, Andhra University. The front facade resembles water bubbles and the roof is inspired by tortoise shell. It cost र 13.5-crore to construct and seating capacity is of 2000 seats. References
St. Mary's Church, Vendore

St. Mary's Church (Malayalam: സെന്റ് മേരീസ്‌ പള്ളി) is a Syro-Malabar Catholic church in Vendore, Thrissur district, Kerala, India. It is known for its patronage of lady Mother Mary and is part of the Archdiocese of Thrissur. Vendore Parish is also known by the name Vendore Amma (Malayalam: വെണ്ടോരമ്മ), comes under the jurisdiction of Pudukkad Forona, and is located between Amballur and Mannampetta 200 m from Vendore Junction. According to the latest information, almost 1063 Christian families lives in the parish. History The history of Vendore Church begins in 1923. Earlier Vendore family members were part of Pudukkad Parish. After 1923 the Christian family members in Vendore grouped together and they needed a Parish in their location. As per the discussion came in the meeting held, some selected persons meet Bishop in Archdiocese of Thrissur. And finally Bishop allows a new Parish in 1924. Four Manjaly Family members donated the place for the parish in the name of Our lady Mother Mary. The statue in the church was imported from foreign country. The miraculous statue in which Mother Mary carrying baby Jesus Christ in her hands was crafted in woods was brought from Kochi via train to Pudukad Railway Station and then in decorated bullock cart. St Mary's Church, Vendore was Blessed in 1927 with 52 families. Festivals Vendore celebrates two major feasts in a calendar year. The feast of Mother Mary on September and feast of Saint Sebastian in month on January. Mass Timing Sunday: 05:45am, 07:00am,10:30am, 05:30pm Monday to Friday: 05:45am, 07:00am Saturday: 06:30am, 05:30pm Convent Provincial council granted and bought a house near the parish church, raised to a convent on 28 May 1987 by Mar Joseph Kundukulam. By the plead from parishioners, the convent is named as St. Mary's FC Convert Religious Organization Kerala Catholic Youth Movement CLC Jesus Youth References External links Official Parish Website വെണ്ടോർ പള്ളി നിർമിച്ചു നൽകുന്ന വീടുകളുടെ താക്കോൽദാനം | ദീപിക വെണ്ടോർ പള്ളിയിൽ തിരുനാൾ ആഘോഷം | മനോരമ 2017 Parish History
Varahaswamy Temple

The Sri Varahaswamy Temple, also called Bhu Varahaswamy Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to the god Varaha, situated at hill town of Tirumala in Tirupati, located in Tirupati district of Andhra Pradesh state, India. The temple is situated on the northern premises of Venkateswara Temple, Tirumala, on the north-west corner of Swami Pushkarini. This temple is believed to be older than the Venkateswara shrine. Religious significance As per local Hindu legend, after saving the earth from the asura Hiranyaksha, Vishnu's boar avatar Varaha stayed on this hill on the northern bank of Swami Pushkarini. Hence Tirumala Hills is also referred to as Adi Varaha Kshetra. In the beginning of the present Yuga Kali Yuga, Varaha donated land to another form of Vishnu - Venkateswara on his request. As a gratitude, Lord Venkateswara offered the right of first bell, puja and naivedyam (food offering) to Varaha before they were offered to him. This is being followed as a tradition even today. Devotees are prescribed to have darshana ("sight") of Varaha before Lord Venkateswara. It is believed that the pilgrimage to Tirumala will not be complete without having a darshana of Varaha. History The temple was renovated by Pedda Tirumalacharya in the year 1535 CE. Administration The temple is part of Tirumala Venkateswara Temple and is being administered by Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Architecture The rock temple is situated in the Northern bank of Swami Pushkarini and is accessed from North Mada street of Venkateswara Temple. Ritual practices Daily rituals are held as per the Vaikhanasa Agama. The Chakrasnanam event during annual brahmotsavams, Vaikuntha Ekadashi, and Rathasaptami, are held in the mukha mandapa of Varahaswamy Temple. Varaha Jayanti is also celebrated. See also Hindu Temples in Tirupati List of temples under Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams External links Tirumala Tirupathi Devasthanams References
Mall of Travancore

Mall of Travancore (MOT) is a shopping mall located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. Developed by Malabar Group, it is the first shopping mall in Thiruvananthapuram. The Mall was initiated by Malabar Developers in 2014 and was completed in 2018. It covers an area of 700,000 square feet (65,000 m2). This is the second largest mall in Thiruvananthapuram after the Lulu Mall. The mall has three floors of retail space, comprising more than 150 retailers. Location Situated at NH 66, Eanchakal, Chakkai Junction, right in front of Thiruvananthapuram International Airport, Mall of Travancore is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India. The mall is just 650 m away from the airport. Facilities and features The mall has an area of 7 lakh sq ft in four floors with the capacity to accommodate 150 stores, A multiplex with 6 screens and a VIP screen by Cinépolis, a hypermarket, jewellery showrooms, electronics and home appliances showroom, showrooms of lifestyle products, a food court and a large entertainment centre with 11 indoor rides, a 9D theatre, 60 video kiosks, a 1.5 km dedicated jogging track and parking facility for around 1,000 cars and 1,200 two-wheelers are some of the amenities at the mall. As of January 2021, The mall contains shops like Azad Star, Ibaco, Muffin House, Chai Chai, Kailash Parbat, Naga's, KFC, McDonald's, Burger King, Taco Bell, Baskin Robbins, Chicking, Noodle King, Fujian Express, Green Apple and many more. Green Mall As the first Green Mall in the India, the Mall of Travancore has taken up several measures towards an Eco-friendly environment. The facade of the mall has a vertical garden that covers 70% of the wall. The mall has three organic waste converters each with a total capacity to treat 2.5 tonnes of waste each day. To manage other waste, the mall has a sewage treatment plant with an ability to process over three lakh litres of waste per day. The mall restricts the use of plastic in the premises and the food court uses reusable cutlery. See also Taurus Zentrum Lulu Mall, Thiruvananthapuram References External links Mall of Travancore