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Tamil Nadu Open University

Tamil Nadu Open University (TNOU) is an Indian institution for open and distance learning established by the government of Tamil Nadu, India. It was founded in 2002 and is based in Chennai. History The university was established by the Government of Tamil Nadu by enacting the Tamil Nadu Open University Act, 2002 (Act 27 of 2002) to provide access to higher education for those who had been previously unable to pursue it. It opened in 2003, was recognized by the University Grants Commission in September 2015, and is one of five universities approved to offer distance learning outside its state of establishment. As of January 2016 it was one of 14 state open universities in India, which also has one national open university, Indira Gandhi National Open University; as of April 2017 it was one of 111 distance learning institutions in the country. As of December 2017 it offers 113 programmes of study at levels from certificate to post graduate and has 13 academic schools, five support divisions, a media centre and more than 600 learner support centres across Tamil Nadu. Admittance Students are admitted under two admission cycles, calendar year (January to December) and academic year (July to June). They include those living in remote and rural areas, working people, handicapped students, housewives and retirees such as a 67-year-old woman who later completed an MA in history with Madras University, and prisoners. References External links Official website
Tangrakottai

Thenkaraikottai is a ruined castle was built by Seelappa Nayakkar and Chennappa Nayakkar of Vijayanagar dynasty. This castle is the only one built on land and not on a hill like others and is situated near Pappireddipatti, Dharmapuri district, Tamil Nadu, India. The Major attraction of the place is the Sri Kalyana Ramaswamy temple which is dedicated to lord Rama (avatar of vishnu) with beautiful architecture is present in centre of the fort. There are few ruined historic buildings which includes Granaries, stables for elephants and horses, cannons, a bathing area for the princes and many more. The fort is about 40 acres. Kalyana Ramaswamy temple Kalyana Ramaswamy temple is the temple present in Thenkaraikottai.This temple was said to be built by Seelappa Nayakkar and Chennappa Nayakkar of Vijayaagar dynasty during 15th century and filled with wonderful architecture and is administered and maintained by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu. The temple is primarily said to be built by pandyas where Lord Rama showerd his divine blessings to the king in Pattabisheka Srikolam in his dreams and said him to build a temple for him in this place. There were many ruins in the temple and were said to take care by the government and then had been taken measures later at 2019 and had been reported by many media channels. History The Thenkarai fort and Perumal temple was built by Seelappa Nayakkar and Chennapa Nayakkar of Vijayanagara Kingdom. In the year 1652 the fort was captured the by the Mohammed Adil Shah, Sultan of Bijapur, The temple's Architecture is similar to Vellore Jalakandeswarar Temple, Vellore. Significance This temple has beautiful sculptures and pillars produce the seven Svaras of the Indian classical music which is only present some temples like the Vitthala temple in Hampi and in Nellaiappar Temple in Tirunelveli. This temple is the oldest in the area and has one shiva temple in the fort complex. This temple's Moola garbagriha has twelve moolavars in the form of Pattabishekam Srikolam. Devotees believe that Lord Rama will deny all the obstacles of a person upcoming in his life and also make his devotees find their life partner soon. Lord Rama is in a seated posture which is very rare to see. References
Tenali Junction railway station

Tenali Junction railway station (station code:TEL) is an Indian Railways station in Tenali of Andhra Pradesh. It is administered under Vijayawada railway division of South Coast Railway zone (formerly South Central Railway zone). History The Vijayawada–Chennai Central link was established in 1899. The Howrah–Chennai main line was constructed by Madras and Southern Mahratta Railway and was opened in January 1916. The Vijayawada–Tenali section was electrified in 1979–80. Classification In terms of earnings and outward passengers handled, Tenali is categorized as a Non-Suburban Grade-3 (NSG-3) railway station. Based on the re–categorization of Indian Railway stations for the period of 2017–18 and 2022–23, an NSG–3 category station earns between ₹120–₹200 crore and handles 15–25 million passengers. The station serves about 10 lakh passengers, over 250 express and 170 freight trains every day.[4] On 1 November 1899, the broad-gauge line was constructed between Vijayawada and Chennai, making rail journey between Chennai, Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Howrah, New Delhi and Hyderabad possible. Tenali Junction is main station in the Tenali city and is one of the busiest railway stations in Andhra Pradesh. The city also has 3 local stations of Anglakuduru, Chinnaravur, and Kolakaluru; these are served as satellite stations of Tenali. Structure and amenities The modernization of the station was taken by providing new escalators, lifts etc. SCR installed Automatic Ticket Vending Machines (ATVMs) in the station. Trains Passing Through Tenali Railway Junction Being a junction, trains with destinations toward Gudur, Vijayawada, Guntur and Repalle pass through Tenali. Several Passenger and Express Trains are available round the clock. Vande Bharat train from Secunderabad to Tirupati passes through Tenali. References External links Tenali travel guide from Wikivoyage https://indiarailinfo.com/arrivals/tenali-junction-tel/30
Tenneti Viswanadham

Tenneti Viswanadham (1895–1979) was an Indian political figure from Visakhapatnam. He took an active part in India's struggle for independence. He is remembered now for his role in the establishment of a modern and shore-based steel plant at Visakhapatnam. Recognitions A five rupee stamp in his name was released on 10 November 2004 by Department of Posts, India. References External links Media related to Tenneti Viswanadham at Wikimedia Commons RINL pays tributes to Tenneti Viswanadham - The Hindu
South Button Island National Park

South Button Island National Park is a national park located in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands off the coast of India. The total area of this protected island is about 5 km2 (2 mi2), which makes it the smallest national park in India. Along with the neighbouring islands of North Button and Middle Button, both also national parks, it forms part of the Rani Jhansi Marine National Park off the coast of South Andaman Island. The park The South Button Island National Park is part of the Rani Jhansi Marine National Park and is located some 24 km (15 mi) southwest of Havelock Island, roughly a two-hour trip by motor boat. Attractions and activities The island has an oceanic climate moderated by the surrounding sea. The average temperature varies between about 20 and 30 °C (68 and 86 °F). The island receives much rain during the southwesterly monsoon season between June and October, and most visitors come between December and April. One of the main attractions around the tiny Island is shallow water coral reefs with high visibility. These tropical coral reefs are at depths as shallow as 6 ft (1.8 m), and the island is a popular site for snorkelling and scuba diving. Flora and fauna Some of the trees and shrubs present on the island are the rattan palm Calamus palustris, the climbing bamboo Dinochloa andamanica and Parishia insignis, Calophyllum soulattri, Artocarpus, Canarium, Dipterocarpus grandiflorus, Dipterocarpus pilosus, Endospermum chinensis, Hopea odorata, Bombax insigne, Sideroxylon, Aprosa villosula, Baccaurea sapida, Caryota mitis and Dinochloa palustris. The island is too small to support large terrestrial mammals but the sea is teeming with life. Among the animals that make their home here are dugongs, water lizards, sea turtles, dolphins and blue whales. The fish to be seen off-shore include snappers, sweetlips, lion fish, angel fish, butterflyfish, devil rays, manta rays and barracuda, as well as nudibranchs, octopuses and shrimps. Sea turtles breed here, as do the endemic subspecies of the edible-nest swiftlet (Aerodramus fuciphagus) and the distinctive white-bellied sea eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster). See also Dr. K.K. Mohammed Koya Sea Cucumber Conservation Reserve References
Parque nacional de la Isla South Button

El parque nacional de la Isla South Button es un parque nacional en las islas de Andamán de la India. Entre las especies que se pueden encontrar aquí, destaca el dugongo. La superficie total de esta isla protegida es de alrededor de cinco kilómetros cuadrados. Junto con sus islas vecinas, North Button y Middle Button, ambas también parques nacionales, forma parte del parque nacional marino Rani Jhansi frente a la costa de la isla Andamán del Sur.​ El parque El parque nacional se encuentra a unos 24 km al sudoeste de la isla Havelock, aproximadamente un viaje de dos horas en motora.​ Atracciones y actividades La isla tiene un clima oceánico moderado por el mar que lo rodea. La temperatura media varía entre 20 y 30 °C. La isla recibe mucha lluvia durante la temporada del monzón sudoccidental entre junio y octubre, y la mayor parte de los visitantes acuden entre diciembre y abril.​ Una de las principales atracciones en esta pequeña isla es el arrecife de coral en aguas someras, con alta visibilidad. Estos arrecifes coralinos tropicales tienen menos de dos metros de profundidad, y la isla es un sitio popular para la práctica del snorkel y el submarinismo.​ Flora y fauna Algunos de los árboles y arbustos presentes en la isla son la palmera ratán (Calamus palustris), el bambú trepador Dinochloa andamanica y Parishia insignis,​ Calophyllum soulattri, Artocarpus, Canarium, Dipterocarpus grandiflorus, Dipterocarpus pilosus, Endospermum chinensis, Hopea odorata, Salmalia insignis, Sideroxylon, Aprosa villosula, Baccaurea sapida, Caryota mitis y Dinochloa palustris.​ La isla es demasiado pequeña para sostener grandes mamíferos terrestres, pero el mar está lleno de vida. Entre los animales que habitan aquí se encuentran dugongos, agámidos Hydrosaurus (un tipo de lagarto), tortugas marinas, delfines y ballenas azules. Los peces que se pueden ver frente a la costa incluyen anchoa, Plectorhinchus, pez león, peces ángel, peces mariposa, rayas de los géneros Mobula y Manta y barracudas, así como moluscos nudibranquios, pulpos y gambas.​ Las tortugas de mar anidan aquí, como lo hacen subespecies endémicas de salangana nidoblanco (Aerodramus fuciphagus) y el distintivo pigargo oriental (Haliaeetus leucogaster).​ Referencias
Саут-Баттон-Айленд (національний парк)

Національний парк Саут-Баттон-Айленд — національний парк, розташований на Андаманських і Нікобарських островах біля узбережжя Індії, загальна площа цього охоронюваного острова становить близько 5 км2 (2 миля2), що робить його найменшим національним парком в Індії. Разом із сусідніми островами Північний Баттон і Мідл Баттон, обидва також національні парки, він є частиною морського національного парку Рані Джгансі біля узбережжя острова Південний Андаман. Парк Національний парк Саут-Баттон-Айленд є частиною морського національного парку Рані-Джгансі та розташований приблизно 24 км (15 миля) на південний захід від острова Гейвлок, приблизно за дві години подорожі на моторному човні. Пам'ятки та діяльність На острові панує океанічний клімат, пом'якшений навколишнім морем. Середня температура коливається приблизно від 20 та 30 °C (68 та 86 °F). Протягом південно-західного сезону мусонів з червня по жовтень на острів випадає багато дощів, а більшість відвідувачів приїжджає з грудня по квітень. Однією з головних визначних пам'яток крихітного острова є мілководні коралові рифи з хорошою видимістю. Ці тропічні коралові рифи розташовані на глибині 6 фт (1,8 м), і острів є популярним місцем для снорклінгу та підводного плавання. Флора і фауна Деякі з дерев і кущів, представлених на острові, включають ротангову пальму Calamus palustris, плетистий бамбук Dinochloa andamanica і Parishia insignis, Calophyllum soulattri, Artocarpus, Canarium, Dipterocarpus grandiflorus, Dipterocarpus pilosus, Endospermum chinensis, Hopea odorata, Salmali insignis, Sideroxylon, Aprosa villosula, Baccaurea sapida, Caryota mitis та Dinochloa palustris. Острів занадто малий, щоб підтримувати великих наземних ссавців, але море кишить життям. Серед тварин тут живуть дюгоні, водяні ящірки, морські черепахи, дельфіни та сині кити. Серед риб, яких можна побачити біля берега, є луціан, ласун, крилатка, риба-ангел, риба-метелик, щетинкозубі, скати, манти та баракуди, а також голозяброві, восьминоги та креветки. Тут розмножуються морські черепахи, а також ендемічні підвиди їстівного гніздового стрижа (Aerodramus fuciphagus) і характерного білочеревого морського орлана (Haliaeetus leucogaster). Див. також Заповідник морських огірків доктора К. К. Мохаммеда Коя Список літератури
Thalassery Stadium

Thalassery Stadium (also known as Thalassery Municipal Cricket Ground) is located near the Thalassery Civil Station, Kerala state, South India. Thalassery Stadium hosts the Ranji Trophy cricket matches every year. It has a capacity of 7,500. History On this ground, the first ball was bowled in the early 19th century, thanks to Colonel Arthur Wellesley, who brought the game to this Malabar town. In 2002, Thalassery cricket ground celebrated its 200th birthday by hosting a one-day cricket match between India and Sri Lanka sides containing former Test players. See also Thalassery Pier Thalassery Fort Overbury's folly Thalassery References
Thanikkudam Bhagavathi Temple

Thanikkudam Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu Temple located in Thanikkudam of Thrissur city in Kerala, on the banks of Puzhakkal River, also called Thanikkudam river. It is dedicated to Goddess Bhadrakali, in the form of 'Nanadurga'. It is famous for 'arattu' ceremony during monsoon season, when the river is flooded and enters the main sanctum, thus submerging the whole idol. This temples is one of the rare temples with such a ceremony. The temple is under the control of Cochin Devaswom Board. Legend The araattu ceremony starts when the Puzhakkal River or locally known as Thanikkudam River overflows in the Monsoon and submerges the idol in the temple. Devotees take a dip in the water along with the idol during the araattu ceremony. References
Thanjavur Maratha Palace

The Thanjavur Maratha Palace, known locally as Aranmanai, today is the official residence of the Bhonsle family that ruled Tanjore from 1674 to 1855. It is located in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu. History The Thanjavur Maratha palace was originally constructed by the rulers of Thanjavur Nayak kingdom. After the fall of the Thanjavur Nayak kingdom, it served as the official residence of the Thanjavur Marathas. When most of the Thanjavur Maratha kingdom was annexed by the British Empire in 1799, the Thanjavur Marathas continued to hold sway over the palace and the surrounding fort or walled city.The Bhonsle family continued to hold on to the palace even after the last king, Shivaji of Thanjavur. Constituents The palace complex consists of the Sadar Mahal Palace, the queen's courtyard and the Durbar Hall. The Royal Palace Museum contains a splendid collection of Chola bronzes. The Raja Serfoji Memorial Hall and the Royal Palace Museum are situated in the Sadar Mahal Palace. There is also a small bell tower. The Saraswathi Mahal Library is situated with the Thanjavur palace complex. The Chandramouleeswarar temple also is located within the premises. Gallery See also Chokkanatha Nayak Palace (Trichy) of the Madurai Nayaks Thirumalai Nayak Palace (Madurai) of the Madurai Nayaks Ambavilas Palace (Mysore Palace) of the Wodeyars New Palace, Kolhapur of the Bhonsle Chhatrapatis Laxmi Vilas Palace, Vadodara of the Gaekwads Jai Vilas Palace, Gwalior of the Scindias Rajwada, Indore of Holkars Shaniwar Wada, Pune of the Peshwas Citations References Joe Bindloss; Sarina Singh (2007). Country Guides - India. Lonely Planet. pp. 1084. ISBN 978-1-74104-308-2.
Palača Thandžavur Marata

Kompleks palače Thandžavur Najak, lokalno znan kot Aranmanai, je danes uradna rezidenca družine Bhonsle, ki je vladala Tandžoreju od leta 1674 do 1855. Zgodovina Palačo Thandžavur Marata so prvotno zgradili vladarji kraljestva Thandžavur Najak. Po padcu tega kraljestva je služila kot uradna rezidenca Thandžavur Maratam. Ko je leta 1799 Britanski imperij priključil večji del kraljestva Thandžavur Marata, so ti še naprej imeli oblast nad palačo in okoliško utrdbo. Družina Bhonsle se je še naprej držala palače tudi po zadnjem kralju Šivadžiju iz Thandžavurja. Opis Kompleks palače sestavljajo palača Sadar Mahal, kraljičino dvorišče in dvorana Durbar. Muzej kraljeve palače vsebuje čudovito zbirko bronastih izdelkov Čola. Spominska dvorana Radža Serfodži in muzej kraljeve palače sta v palači Sadar Mahal. Tu je tudi majhen zvonik. Knjižnica Sarasvathi Mahal je skupaj s kompleksom palač Thandžavur. Tempelj Čandramoulešvarar je prav tako znotraj kompleksa. Galerija Sklici in viri Country Guides - India. Lonely Planet. 2007. str. 1084. ISBN 978-1-74104-308-2. : Prezrt neznani parameter |authors= (pomoč) Zunanje povezave
Thazhathangady Juma Mosque

The Thazhathangady Juma Masjid is a mosque situated in Thazhathangady, in the district of Kottayam, in one of the heritage zones of the state of Kerala, India, The mosque is located adjacent to the Meenachil River. Completed in c. 824 CE, the mosque is one of the oldest mosques in India. Overview Built in c. 824 CE by Habib Dinarm, a son of Malik Dinar, the mosque is renowned for its beautiful thachu shastra style architecture, as well as its craftsmanship, including intricate teak wooden carvings, a secret passageway, and a 2,000-litre (440 imp gal; 530 US gal) water tank carved out of a single block of stone, used for wudu. The two-storeyed mansion is 11 metres (35 ft) high with an internal area of 390 square metres (4,200 sq ft). Inscriptions from Quranic verses have been carved in timber, and there are carvings on the teak minbar. In 2012, the southern half of the mosque was demolished and extended with iron pillars, aluminium sheets and minars. A sundial (nizhal khadikaram), located in the mosque courtyard, is used to determine the time for worship. The ancestors of this congregation settled in Kottayam from different parts of Kerala. The Muslims who lived here played an active role in the Freedom Struggle and other national movements. The mosque opened its doors for women devotees in 2019. "Muslim women in the right attire can enter the mosque only on the two days, April 24 and May 8, as decided by the committee," said Moulavi Sirajjuddeen Hasni, the chief imam. Thazhathangady Muslim Cultural Forum (TMCF) Established on 20 June 2017, Thazhathangady Muslim Cultural Forum (TMCF) is a social organization located in the Thazhathangady region. TMCF aims to bring holistic development for the Muslim community located at Thazhathangady. TMCF strides ahead by upholding its motto: ‘Material Progress ingrained in Spirituality’. TMCF focusses on areas like education, culture, charity and the like. Gallery See also Islam in India List of mosques in India List of mosques in Kerala List of oldest mosques in India Notes References External links Official website "Thazhathangady Juma Masjid". Kerala Tourism. Thazhathangady Juma Masjid – Kottayam District Official Site Thazhathangady Juma Masjid – Kerala Tourism Thazhathangady Juma Masjid – Benny Kuriakose Thazhathangady Juma Masjid – New Indian Express article Thazhathangady Muslim Cultural Forum (TMCF)
Nexus Mall (Koramangala)

Nexus Mall (formerly Forum Mall) is a shopping mall located on Hosur Road in Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India developed by Prestige Group. It is the first shopping mall in the city of Bengaluru, Going previous to JW Marriott hotel. Nexus Koramangala is the oldest full-fledged mall in Bengaluru with a multi-story book store, 12 cinema screens and other entertainment facilities. The mall is an attraction for tourists. The shopping mall houses 72,000 m2 (780,000 sq ft) of shops over five levels. A major attraction at the mall is the multiplex, PVR. Blackstone renamed the mall from Forum to Nexus in 2022 following its acquisition of the mall from Prestige Group. Entertainment and leisure Retail Shops over 5 floors PVR Cinemas The Transit Lounge Food court. It also houses the first McDonald's outlet in Bengaluru, along with KFC at food area, and several other food and beverage outlets. Gallery See also Nexus Vijaya Mall List of shopping malls in India List of shopping malls in Bengaluru References
The Indian Institute of World Culture

The Indian Institute of World Culture (IIWC), is a public institution that aims, via its activities, "to foster the growth of a truly cosmopolitan spirit among citizens of all nations." It is located on B.P Wadia Road in the Basavanagudi area of the city of Bengaluru, India, and was founded on 11 August 1945 by B. P. Wadia and his spouse, Sophia Wadia. Description It houses a general library of over 40,000 books, a children's library and, a magazine section that subscribes to over 400 well regarded periodicals from around the world. The IIWC organizes well over a hundred public events each year that comprise lectures and cultural performances and these are free and open to the public. Recordings of live events held at the IIWC are available online at the IIWC website. The general library is known to have many rare and old books, in its collections, and is particularly sought after by those interested in philosophy, history, literature, the social sciences, travel writing, writing on the arts and music, the natural world and poetry, besides fiction. The book collection is largely in English, but also includes a selection of Kannada titles. The children's library contains several thousand books from around the world, both fiction and non-fiction, for young readers, including illustrated volumes and reference books. Memberships are nominally priced, and individuals intending to be members must sign a declaration that says, "I declare my sympathy with the ideal of Universal Brotherhood and will endeavor to cultivate the attitude of brotherliness in my daily living." Besides its calendar of programs, the IIWC also offers ongoing art and bhajan classes as well as special summer programs (typically in the months of April and May, each year) covering a variety of interest areas including art, craft, cooking, music, puppetry, gardening and so on. The IIWC has endeared itself over the decades, since its founding, to citizens of the city, and has come to serve many, as a window to a world of literature, arts, philosophy, sciences, new thought and culture. The IIWC often finds itself mentioned in lists of notable organizations in the city. It has attracted, to its lecture platform, eminent personalities including C P Ramaswamy Ayiar, Julian Huxley, Arnold Toynbee, C Rajagopalachari, John Boyd Orr, The Panchen Lama, Jayant Vishnu Narlikar, K G Saiyidin, Karan Singh, Martin Luther King Jr., Salman Rushdie and many others. The IIWC is closely associated, in its founding principles, with the United Lodge of Theosophists (ULT) and historically, with the ULT's Bengaluru lodge. References External links It's a World of Books, The Hindu Bangalore's Timeless Cultural Crucible, Citizenmatters.in Window to the World, Bangalore Mirror Stopped in Our Tracks: Stories of U.G. in India, page 57 Event on the occasion of World Book Day, 2014, jointly organized by IIWC