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Chinakkathoor Temple

Chinakkathoor Bhagavathi Temple is a Hindu temple located at Palappuram near Ottapalam in Palakkad district of Kerala, India. The temple is well-known for the Chinakkathoor pooram held annually in the Malayalam month of Kumbham. There are two shrines, Thazhekavu (lower shrine) and Melakavu (upper shrine). Melakavu is believed to be older than Thazekavu. The priests of the upper shrine traditionally come from the Kulangara Nair family of Palappuram. Namboothiri priests do the poojas in the lower shrine and in the ten days of pooram. They are in charge of the upper shrine as well. There is a shrine dedicated to Lord Ganapathy who is believed to be in his divine "Vidya Ganapati" form, adjoining the temple complex near the iconic banyan tree. Chinakkathoor Pooram Chinakkathoor pooram is celebrated every year during February and March (makam naal of Kumbham). The highlight of the evening festivities is a procession of 28 tuskers. Traditional performances of the Panchavadyam or the temple orchestra and various other art forms like Vellattu, Theyyam, Poothanum thirayum, Kaalavela, Kuthiravela, Aandi Vedan, Karivela, and so on are shown. The Tholppavakkoothu, a ritualistic shadow puppet show, is performed at the temple premises every evening for the 17 days preceding the concluding festival. The festival starts with Kuthirakali game and ends next day with Theru (Ratham), a decoration by Mudaliar tamils of Palappuram, and the procession of 16 models of the kuthira (horse) and the kaala (bull) brought ceremoniously to the temple by devotees. Unlike other Ratham in Tamil Nadu or Kalpathy, this is not pulled by Vatam (coir) and runs on wooden wheel. Getting there Nearest railway station: Ottappalam, about 5 km (3.1 mi) from the shrine. Nearest airport: Coimbatore in neighbouring state of Tamil Nadu, about 85 km (53 mi). See also Temples of Kerala References
Chinmaya International Residential School

Chinmaya International Residential School (abbreviated CIRS) is a private school located in Siruvani, Coimbatore, India, in the foothills of the Western Ghats, and encompasses a 100-acre campus. It offers CBSE from grades 5 to 12 and IB for grades 11 to 12. The school is currently run by Mrs. Rajeshwari (Principal). The school has various facilities for various activities. It is a fully residential school. Overview Chinmaya International Residential School (CIRS) was established by Swami Chinmayananda on June 6, 1996. Affiliated to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi and the International Baccalaureate Organization (IBO), Geneva, Switzerland, CIRS is currently headed by chairperson Swami Swaroopananda,(the global head of Global Chinmaya Mission and a direct disciple of the founder Swami Chinmayananda. CIRS boasts of a campus area filled with 80 acres of natural tract of flora and fauna. The campus was awarded the “Green School Award” by the Centre for Science and Environment, New Delhi. The school started out with 96 students from Grades 5-8. Today, it has over 550 students. It is spiritually oriented school that boasts that its houses are named after the great Indian sages. References External links Official website
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kannur

Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Kannur is a senior secondary school in Kannur, Kerala, India. The school has two campuses in Kannur. Origin The foundation stone for Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Cannanore was laid by H.H. Swami Chinmayananda on 3 February 1977. In 1989 it grew to a full-fledged secondary high school affiliated with the CBSE, New Delhi. In August 1989 Vidyalaya was upgraded into the Senior Secondary level. Students were admitted to the science stream on a merit basis. A commerce stream was introduced in 1995. Chinmaya Balabhavan The Chinmaya Balabhavan is a part of Chinmaya Vidyalaya situated at the heart of the city where students from class I-V are taught. Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Govindagiri The classes from 1st to 12th are at the main campus in Govindagiri. At 12 acres (49,000 m2), this is one of the largest school campuses in Kerala. The school also sponsors 10 children from Kargil and Ladakh who are unable to pursue their education there due to border conflicts. This school imbues culture in its students and is a School With A Difference. Alumni Manju Warrier, Malayalam cinema actress References https://archive.today/20121128175220/http://164.100.50.30/SchoolDir/appview_dir.asp?affno=930028 http://www.chinmayakannur.ac.in/ https://web.archive.org/web/20110727231329/http://www.sahodayank.org/chinmayakannur.htm http://www.zonkerala.com/Chinmaya-Vidyalaya-Kannur-1611.html
Chinnamanaickenpalayam

Chinnamanaickenpalayam is a village in the Sulur Taluk of Coimbatore district, Tamil Nadu, India. Location The village of Chinnamanaickenpalayam is situated at coordinates 10°48′05″N 77°13′26″E, and is approximately 49 km from the Coimbatore Central Bus Station in Gandhipuram, 44 km from the Tiruppur Old Bus Stand, and 29 km from the Palladam Bus Station. The Thirumoorthy Dam is located 43 km away and the Amaravathi Dam is 48 km from the village. The nearest railway station is the Tiruppur Junction and the closest airport, the Coimbatore International Airport, is 49.3 km away. Occupation Main occupation is Agriculture and the other businesses in this region are poultry farming, copra drying process, power loom weaving and Coconut/Coir Fibre manufacturing. Transport Tiruppur old bus stand and Palladam bus stand can be reachable from Chinnamanaickenpalayam by public transport bus services. Tiruppur to Senjeriputhur mofussil. 7:00 am towards Senjeriputhur 7:30 am towards Tiruppur 6:10 pm towards Senjeriputhur 7:00 pm towards Tiruppur Palladam to J.Krishnapuram p16 town bus. 9:05 am towards J.Krishnapuram 9:45 am towards Palladam 2:40 pm towards J.Krishnapuram 3:15 pm towards Palladam References
Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary

Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary locally known as "Chitrangudi Kanmoli" is a .4763 km2 (0.1839 sq mi) Protected area declared in 1989 and a part of Chitrangudi village, Mudukulathur Taluk, Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, India. It is adjacent to Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary. It is notable as a nesting site for several migratory heron species that roost in the prominent growth of Babul trees there. International name: Chitragudi and Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary, IBA Code: IN261, Criteria: A1, A4i. The sanctuary has been designated as a protected Ramsar site since 2021. Geography The sanctuary area is within the 15 m (49 ft) high embankments of the community irrigation tank. The total length of the embankment is 4.010 km (2.492 mi). The crescent-shaped Kanmoi starts at a northern point where an aqueduct from the Gundar river flows into the Kanmoi. There are five sluices that drain water to the agricultural lands. The wetland is irregular in depth and retains water for 3 to 5 months if rain is normal. Excess flood water is let out towards Chitrangudi village through a sluice gate about .5 km (0.31 mi) from the inlet aqueduct. Flora The sanctuary vegetation is mostly tropical dry deciduous forest. It is dominated by babul (thorn mimosa) along with Prosopis juliflora and the grasses Bermuda grass and Dichanthium foveolatum (Eremopogon foveolatus). A babul plantation was planted in 1979 by Farm Forestry Division. The invasive Prosopis is slowly encroaching on much of the sanctuary area, retarding growth of babuls. The irrigation tank bund and the area outside the tank have tamarind trees, fig trees, neem trees, portia trees, silk trees (Albizzia amara), drumstick trees (Tamil: முருங்கை, murungai), and palmyra palms. The medicinal plants Ocimum sanctum and Gloriosa superba also grow in the area. Fauna The breeding population of migratory waterbirds arrive here between October and February and include: spot-billed pelican, Asian openbill stork, grey heron, purple heron, pond heron, little egret and great egret. Visitor information The sanctuary is open year-round and can be reached by road from Mudukulathur 4 km and Sayalgudi 12 km, Ramanathapuram 45 km and Madurai 120 km. The nearest railway station is Paramakudi and the nearest airport is Madurai. Accommodation is available at PWD Rest House at Mudukulathur 10 kilometers (6.2 mi), the Forest Rest House at Sayalgudi and at Paramakudi. Notes
Choice Paradise, Kochi

Choice Paradise is a residential skyscraper located at Tripunithura, Kochi, Kerala, belonging to the Choice Group. It is the second tallest building in Kerala as of March 2025. It can withstand earthquakes to the intensity of 7.2 on the Richter Scale. It was commissioned by actor Mohanlal in 2012. The construction started in 2008 and completed in 2010. See also List of tallest buildings in India List of tallest buildings in Kochi References
The Choice School

The Choice School is a private school in Kerala, India, built in 1991. It is owned by The Choice Group under the leadership of Jose Thomas Olassa. The school follows the CBSE syllabus. It consists of over 2200 students and 250 staff members. The school is attended by both day scholars as well as boarding school students. Principals Mrs. Lakshmi Ramachandran (1991-1999), Mentor of Global Public School Mrs. Laila Thomas (1999-2000) Mrs. Molly Cyril (2000-2013) Mrs. Sunitha Satheesh (2013-2020) Mr. Jacob P. Ajith Mathews (2020-2022) Mrs. Rachel Ignatius (2023 - ) Notable alumni Kalidas Jayaram, Actor See also List of schools in Ernakulam district References External links Official website
Chowdiah Memorial Hall

Chowdiah Memorial Hall is a cultural centre in Bangalore which provides a home for musical and theatrical performances as well as competitions. Located in Malleswaram, it was built as a tribute to Tirumakudalu Chowdiah. It is administered by Academy of Music, an independent registered body, founded in 1961. History K.K. Murthy, former chairman of the BDA, came up with the idea to construct a hall in memory of the violin maestro Chowdaiah. He chose a low-lying area, Gayatri Park Extension, as the location so that entire hall would be visible from an elevated point. The city corporation leased the land to the academy for a period of 99-years. Funds for the project were raised from State Government, banks like Syndicate Bank, and donations from public. The building, designed by S.N. Murthy, was completed on 14 November 1980 after seven years in construction with a cost of ₹36 lakh (US$38,000). Architecture The auditorium is built in the shape of a gigantic seven stringed violin, complete with the strings, keys, the bridge and the bow. It has marble foyer lit with chandeliers. This is probably the only auditorium in the world that is dedicated to the memory of a musician and shaped like a violin. Events The auditorium hosts a wide range of events from Carnatic and Hindustani concerts, jazz, ballets, traditional and contemporary dance performances, fashion shows, plays, jugalbandis, ghazals, international music festivals, graduation ceremonies, and school day programmes. References External links
Christ College, Irinjalakuda

Christ College (Autonomous), Irinjalakuda, is a government-aided college located in Irinjalakuda, Kerala, India. It stands as a Syro-Malabar Catholic educational institution administered by the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI). Established in 1956 and affiliated with the University of Calicut, it holds the distinction of being the first college in Thrissur district to attain an 'A++' Grade certificate from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) in 2022. The college was founded by the Devamatha Province of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), the institution traces its origins to Saint Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a religious priest who founded the indigenous congregation in 1831. History Christ College was established in 1956 by Fr. Gabriel Chiramel CMI, a priest of Devamatha Province of the Carmelites of Mary Immaculate (CMI), an indigenous religious congregation founded in 1831 by St. Kuriakose Elias Chavara, a religious priest and versatile genius, who envisioned education as a tool for liberation and development. Christ College has its origin at Mangadikunnu, then a forlorn hill on the outskirts of Irinjalakuda Municipality. The college was inaugurated by Burgula Ramakrishna Rao, then Governor of Kerala on 13 October 1957. The college started with 240 students and 14 members on the teaching staff. The first Manager of the college was Rev. Fr. Clemens CMI and the first Principal was Rev. Fr. Gabriel Chiramel CMI. In the beginning, the college was affiliated to the University of Kerala until 1968, when it came under the jurisdiction of the University of Calicut. Notable alumni K. Satchidanandan P. Jayachandran K. Radhakrishnan P. N. Vinayachandran Kochouseph Chittilappilly Dr. V. P. Gangadharan Mala Aravindan Joju George Kamal (director) T. V. Chandran T. P. Senkumar M. P. Vincent Mani C. Kappan Edavela Babu Jiju Asokan Viswanathan Manikan Tom Emmatty P. Rajeeve C. R. Neelakandan Jijoy Rajagopal Aditi Ravi Sowmya Menon Lakshmi Nakshathra Malavika Menon Notable faculty K. Satchidanandan Fr. Gabriel Chiramel CMI Dr. A. V. George Syam Sudhakar In popular culture Movies shot at Christ College, Irinjalakuda, include: Niram Puthiya Mugam Ishtam Vaadamalli Manathodu Mazhaikalam Pokkiri Raja Apoorvaragam Mazhavilkoodaram Dosth July 4 D Company Mazhathullikkilukkam Twenty:20 Kaaryasthan 2018 See also Christ University University of Calicut St. Joseph's College, Irinjalakuda St. Thomas College, Thrissur Vimala College References External links Official Website of Christ College, Irinjalakuda
Christian Cemetery, Narayanguda

The Christian Cemetery at Narayanguda is one of the largest cemeteries located at Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India. The cemetery is divided into two sections, namely Roman Catholic and Protestant, to accommodate people of the two different Christian denominations. More recently the older graves are being replaced by new ones due to lack of space for the newly dead, as even the government had refused to donate new land despite repeated requests. The cemetery pays its electricity bills in the name of Prophet Isaiah. Notable burials Bakht Singh (1903–2000), Christian evangelist A. B. Masilamani (1914–1990), Baptist pastor and evangelist References External links Christian Cemetery, Narayanguda at Find a Grave St George's Church, Hyderabad Reach Out Hyderabad Brother Bakht Singh
Cementerio cristiano de Narayanguda

El Cementerio cristiano de Narayanguda​ es uno de los mayores cementerios ubicados en Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh en la India. El cementerio está dividido en dos secciones, a saber, una para católicos y otra para los protestantes, para dar cabida a las personas de las dos confesiones cristianas en el lugar. Más recientemente, las tumbas antiguas están siendo sustituidas por otros nuevas debido a la falta de espacio para los recién fallecidos, ya que incluso el gobierno se había negado a donar nuevas tierras a pesar de reiteradas solicitudes. El cementerio paga sus facturas de electricidad con el nombre del profeta "Isaías". Véase también Monumento funerario Panteón Cementerio cristiano de Sewri Referencias
Church Mission Society Higher Secondary School, Thrissur

Church Mission Society Boys Higher Secondary School (CMS HSS) is a higher secondary school located in Thrissur city, of Kerala state, in India. The school was started by CMS missionary in 1845. CMS Boys HSS, Thrissur is one of the oldest school in the state of Kerala. The school gives instruction in Malayalam and English and follows the Kerala state syllabus. It has classes from LKG to 12th (+2) standard. History The Church Mission Society started their activities in thrissur in the year 1836. Subsequently they started a lower primary school at mission quarters in East Fort Thrissur on 1845 by Reverend father Henry Harley and he was the missioner of CMS. The current school started in 1883. It is located in the heart of the city (Thrissur Swaraj Round). CMS Boys School is the first Government Aided School in thrissur city and one of the oldest school in kerala. About The School Gives Instruction in Malayalam and English and follows the Kerala state syllabus. It has classes from LKG to 12th (+2) standard with Science(Biology), Commerce(Computer application), Humanities(Social Work). The dress code is sky blue shirt and white pants Notable alumni C. Achutha Menon, 4th Chief Minister of Kerala State Cheril Krishna Menon, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Lawyer I M Vijayan, Ex-Indian football captain, Holder of Padma Shri and Arjuna Award in 2003, Officer in Kerala Police M. K. Kannan, Former Member of Kerala Legislative Assembly Paul Poovathingal, CMI Priest P. Ramdas, First Neo-realistic Malayalam Movie Maker of "News Paper Boy" Puthezhath Raman Menon, Historian, Judge High Court of Kerala Sadiq (Indian actor), Malayalam film industry Sukumaran, Indian film actor and producer Sunil Sukhada, Indian film Actor References
Cinque Islands

The Cinque Islands are a pair of islands in the Andaman Archipelago, on the north side of Duncan Passage, between Rutland Island and Passage Island. They are part of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Union Territory of India. North Cinque Island South Cinque Island The Cinque Islands are a famous underwater diving spot. The strait between North Cinque and Rutland is called Manners Strait. References
Port de Cochin

Le port de Cochin est une infrastructure de l'océan indien à Cochin en Inde. Présentation Il a été déclaré comme port majeur le 1er août 1936. En 2017 il affichait une croissance de 17,27 % de son trafic. Il possède un terminal pétrolier et aussi un musée. Desserte Il relie Lakshadweep, Colombo par un service de ferry. La Kerala State Water Transport Department (SWTD), service public de transport dessert Alappuzha, Kottayam, Kollam, Ernakulam, Kannur et le district de Kasaragod; la Kerala Shipping and Inland Navigation Corporation (KSINC), service de l’État du Kerala a son siège en la ville et assure autant la maintenance, le transport de marchandises que de passagers. Notes et références Liens externes Article connexe Ports en Inde ; Grands ports mondiaux. Portail des ports Portail de l’océan Indien Portail de l’Inde
Coimbatore Medical College

The Coimbatore Medical College is a government medical college recognized by the National Medical Commission. It is located in the city of Coimbatore, in Tamil Nadu, India. History The college was established in 1966 after G D Naidu, a scientist from an industrial family of the city, donated the 153 acres of land to the Tamil Nadu state government under the Chief Minister K. Kamaraj. Timeline of the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital: 1908 – foundation stone laid by Lord Ampthill, Governor of Madras 14 July 1909 – The hospital was inaugurated by Governor of Madras 1 April 1912 – The government of Madras Province took over the hospital administration from the municipality of Coimbatore 13 August 1959 – Golden Jubilee celebrations of district headquarters hospital, Coimbatore was inaugurated by his excellency Sri Bishnuram Medhi, Governor of Madras, and presided by the honourable Sri Manickavelu, Minister of Health and Revenue, Madras State 1966 – The Coimbatore Medical College was started 24 November 1969 – The Directorate of Medical Education took over administration of the hospital and renamed it as Coimbatore Medical College Hospital July 2009 – June 2010 – Centenary year of the Coimbatore Medical College Hospital Location The college is located on Avinashi Road, one of the arterial roads in Coimbatore city and about 2 kilometres (1.2 mi) from Coimbatore International Airport. The college is just opposite Coimbatore Institute of Technology and near to The Jenney Club. This part of the city has a concentration of colleges and hospitals. The Coimbatore Medical College Hospital, which is located on Trichy Road near Lanka Corner, about 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) from Coimbatore Junction, was established in 1909 during the British Raj. Accreditation and affiliates The Government Headquarters Hospital near the Coimbatore Railway Junction is attached to the college and has been converted to a teaching medical institution. The college was affiliated to Madras University and was later transferred to Bharathiar University. Subsequently, it was affiliated to Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University. Facilities The college has 30 departments with libraries and medical laboratories. Courses The college offers preclinical courses and elective postings, the main course being the MBBS. Degree courses: MD Radio-diagnosis (From 2013), MD general medicine, MD Pediatrics MS courses: MS general surgery, MS Orthopedics, MS OG Diploma courses: DGO, DCh, DA, DRDT MCh courses: MCh paediatric surgery, MCH Neurosurgery, MCH Plastic surgery Paramedical courses: Diploma in Nursing, Diploma in Pharmacy Controversy In August 2024, A 25-year-old male individual was arrested for the act of trying to sexually assault a female surgeon at Coimbatore Medical College. Notable faculty Dr. S. Ravikanth Surgical Gastroenterologist | Advanced GI & Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgeon | Faculty & Academic Contributor in Coimbatore References External links Medical Education - Medical Colleges - Health & Family Welfare Department, Govt. of Tamil Nadu
Coir Board of India

The Coir Board is a statutory body established by the Government of India under the Coir Industry Act 1953 (No. 45 of 1953) for the promotion and development of the coir (coconut fibre) industry in India. Organisation It is based in Kochi and Alappuzha. The head office of the Coir Board is in Kochi and the research and training office is at Alappuzha and Bangalore. The coir industry is one of India's traditional industries that is still economically important. The Coir Board has regional offices in different parts of India, wherever there is a significant industry presence. The board works for the promotion, research, education, and training of the industry. The board functions under the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. Industry The coir industry employs more than 7 lakh (700,000) people, a majority of whom are from rural areas who belong to economically weaker sections of society. The Coir Board has worked actively to support the International Year of Natural Fibres 2009. Chairperson Shri Vipul Goel is the current chairman of Coir Board of India. See also Coconut in India Coconut production in Kerala International Coir Museum Cooperative movement in India Amul, India's largest milk and dairy brand cooperative societies network Coffee Board of India Spices Board of India Tea Board of India References External links Coir Board of India official portal Coir Board of India official website Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, website Coir Products available in India
College of Engineering, Kallooppara

The College of Engineering, Kallooppara (CEKPR), is an engineering college located in Kallooppara in the Pathanamthitta District of Kerala. It was established by the Institute of Human Resources Development in 2004 ( re affiliation). The college is affiliated to the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University and approved by All India Council for Technical Education. Hostel There is a college hostel for girls near to the college, and a hostel for men. Courses Undergraduate Courses The college offers undergraduate B.Tech programs and a postgraduate M.Tech program. B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering - Cyber Security B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering In addition to B.Tech, the college also offers the following D.Voc (Diploma in Vocation) and B. Voc programs D.Voc in Electronic Manufacturing Services D.Voc in Software Development B.Voc in Cyber Security Postgraduate Courses M.Tech in Cyber Forensics and Information Security Location CEKPR is situated in the hills of Pathanamthitta district Kallooppara. The Thiruvalla railway station and bus station are 8 km from the college. Gallery References External links Official website Cochin University of Science And Technology website The Institute of Human Resource Development Kerala website