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Kerala News Archive: November 2006
US Malayalees keen on investments in State
Thursday, November 30, 2006 | MP
Federation of Kerala Association in North America (FOKANA) chief has said that more US based Keralites were keen on bringing in more investments into the State. FOKANA an organisation for Malayali associations in North America and Canada has also plans of building a domestic airport in the state's Pathanamthitta district. The project which is seeking the state and Centre's approval would be financed by the overseas Malayalis, he said.
Kerala to retender on Vizhinjam port project
Thursday, November 30, 2006 | MP
The Kerala government after being denied of security clearance for the Rs 4,360-crore Vizhinjam International Container Terminal is even has plans to retender on the project. It is known that the project was being denied as the Center govt did not favor Chinese companies taking up the contracts. The government has even taken up the matter to the Center to be discussed with Prime Minister to reconsider the centre's decision on the issue.
Cellular
Thursday, November 30, 2006 | MP
Cellular is the name of Rafi Marcartin film that has been announced with Mohanlal playing the lead role. Joy Thomas under the banner Jithin Arts. The film will start with its shooting in March 2007 and is planned for release on July 4th.
Kavya Madhavan in the role of sub collector
Thursday, November 30, 2006 | MP
Actress Kavya Madhavan would enact the role of a sub collector in Johny Antony's upcoming film, Inspector Garud. The shooting of the film is progressing at Kochi. Kavya who has done more than a dozen movies with Dileep is pairing again with the actor in the film. Milan Jaleel produces the film under the banner of Galazy Films. Uday Krishna, Sibi K Thomas are the script writers.
Palunku planned for Christmas
Wednesday, November 29, 2006 | MP
Palunku, written and directed by award winning filmmaker Blessy will grace theaters this Christmas. The film has completed with its shooting in the remote villages of Idukki. The film tells the story of a honest farmer, Monichen enacted by Mammootty whose life is an open book as pure as a crystal. Telugu actress Laxmi Lahri is the heroine who makes her debut in Malayalam with this film. Also casts Nedumudi Venu, Jagathy sreekumar etc.
Mathrubuhi literary award for M Mukundan
Wednesday, November 29, 2006 | MP
Novelist and well known Malayalam literary worker M Mukundan has been selected for thhis year's Mathrubuhi literary award. The prestigious literary award that carries Rs two lakh in cash and a citation would be presented to Mukundan for his immense contributions to the Malayalam literature. Some of his popular works include Mayyazhi Puzhayude Theerangalil, Daivathinte Vikrithikal, Kesavante Vilapangal,Nirtham etc.
Mammootty in Renji Panicker film
Wednesday, November 29, 2006 | MP
Power packed script writer Renji Panicker is directing a movie with Mammootty in the lead. Mammootty is said to play a district collector's role in the film. The role reminds one of the duo's earlier flick, 'King'. But the director says that it is no sequel to 'King' though the character is of the same genre. Renji himself pens the script for the film and is slated for 2007 Onam release.
Campaign heats up for Thiruvampadi polls
Tuesday, November 28, 2006 | MP
With few days left for the Thiruvambadi Assembly polls scheduled for December 4th, both parties have stepped up their aggressive campaign for the hot seat. Though Thiruvampadi is considered a favourite for the UDF, the last elections marked LDF's first victory in the region. Since 1977 UDF has won 7 successive times at this constituency. The main contenst is between CPI-M's George M. Thomas and UDF ally IUML's V.M. Ummer Master. And the competition gets all the more tougher with LDF all set to retain their victory while opposition is keen on regaining their lost seat.
Yes Your Honour
Tuesday, November 28, 2006 | MP
Yes Your Honour directed by V M Vinu promises to be a laugh riot told on the background of courtrooms and lawyers. Innocent and Sreenivasan as the senior and assistant lawyer collegues perfectly brings in the humorous touch all the way. Their dialogue delivery and comedy timings are worth a mention. Jagathy is at his usual vest. T. Damodharan's script is a strong asset to the film and highlights the significance of valued ideals in today's society. The film has two songs but however has not much relevance.
Govt orders inquiry on road project
Tuesday, November 28, 2006 | MP
The Kerala government has ordered a vigilance inquiry into the Rs 16.12 billion World Bank-aided road project which was signed by the previous UDF govt. This comes in wake of alleged corruption involved in the project which led to the death of a Malaysian contractor who committed suicide claiming delay in disbursing funds from the Kerala govt. The State govt had Rs 3.88 billion share in the project while remaining was funded by the World Bank. Though the project kicked off in 2003, it got disrupted after 30% of the first phase of work was done.
Karutha Pakshikal
Monday, November 27, 2006 | MP
Karutha Pakshikal directed by Kamal is an emotional family film that brings out the dark side of life in slums. Mammootty puts up a brilliant performance in the character of the Tamil immigrant Murugan which in turn is the biggest highlight of the film. Meena and Padmapriya are impressive in their respective roles. Child actor Malavika's performance is really heart warming. Mohan Sitara scores with few food melody songs. The narration style, script and well etched characters are definitly a plus for this realistic film but Kamal could have added a bit more pace to the film.
Actor Naren on a comeback
Sunday, November 26, 2006 | MP
Actor Naren is on a comeback trail to Malayalam films. He who had acted in Malayalam films was earlier known as Sunil. He had acted in Achuvinte Amma opposite Meera Jasmine. Later he got busy with Tamil industry. But lately his popuarity has gone up much higher after the release of Classmates in which he played a small but noticeble role of a lovestruck singer. The film went on to become a superhit. Now Naren is offered a significant role in Shyam Prasad's Ore Kadal which stars Mammootty and Meera Jasmine in the lead. Naren who is still on demand in Tamil says he would prefer to act both in Malayalam and Tamil films.
Govt goes tough against ragging in colleges
Sunday, November 26, 2006 | MP
In the wake of certain reports on ragging in some colleges, Kerala Government has issued a series of tough guidelines against ragging in educational institutions. Students found guilty of such practices would be subject to strict criminal charges which could lead upto two years imprisonment and a fine of Rs 10,000. Complaints on any ragging need to be inquired by the college heads within 7 days from being reported and after preliminary investigation the same should be reported to the nearest police station for further nvestigations, said the govt release.
Tension over dam row
Saturday, November 25, 2006 | MP
Tension between Kerala and Tamil Nadu over the Mullaperiyaer dam row prevails in the bordering districts of the two states. Bus services were hit and protestors took demonstration to the roads causing traffic blocks especially on highways linking Palakkad, Idukki and Thiruvananthapuram to the Tamilnadu side of Coimbatore, Teni and Kanyakumari districts. Thousands of trucks were stranded across the border and the blockade across the State even disrupted normal life of commuters and even Sabarimala pilgrims.
Black Cat
Thursday, November 23, 2006 | MP
Black Cat is directed by Vinayan is an action oriented film . None other than action hero Suresh Gopi plays the lead role of a black cat commando in the film who is engaged with the duty of VIP security. Meena and Rambha plays the female leads in the film. Other cast include Nedumudi Venu, Ashish Vidyarthi, Mukesh Rishi, Captain Raju, Harisri Asokan , Karthika etc. The film is produced by Rajeevan. The director himself handles the story and screenplay for the film. The film has started shooting at Kannur and promises to be a racy thriller.
Mullaperiyar: TN threatens to pull out from talks
Thursday, November 23, 2006 | MP
The issues relating to the Mulleperiyar talks between Tamil Nadu and Kerala has reached a new roadblocks with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister threatning to pull out from the chief ministerial talks scheduled for Nov 29th. Kerala government has earlier brought naval officers and divers to assess the strength of the dam. And this action is said to have provocated the Tamil Nadu CM who had sent a letter to the PM asking for SC's intervention on the matter and sought for a solution.
Do not encourage superstitions, SC tells HC
Wednesday, November 22, 2006 | MP
In view with the the Kerala High Court officials barring No 13 to its courtrooms in its new building in Kochi following superstitious practice, the Supreme Court had told the High Court not to encourage superstitions. The Kerala High Court, which has 13 courtrooms, does not have number 13 courtroom. After No 12 comes courtroom 14. "The High Court is an institution. It should not be allowed to encourage this sort of superstitions," said SC bench taking note of the matter.
Changing climaxes for Chakkaramuthu
Wednesday, November 22, 2006 | MP
Changing cliamxes are not new to Mlayalam cinema lovers. Lohitadas latest flick Chakkaramuthu featuring Dileep, Kavya Madhavan is lately in news for its multiple climaxes. The film when it was released had a tragic climax where the hero dies in the end. The climax didnt pay well at the theaters and following demand of the viewers, the film went through a make over in its climax. Now the climax is again altered and the film ends in a happy note. And the filmmaker claims that what is now being showed is the original climax.
Muraleedharan is NCP Kerala chief
Tuesday, November 21, 2006 | MP
Following the recent merger of the Karunakaran led DIC-K with Sharad Pawar's party NCP, Muraleedharan has been appointed teh State President of the NCP Kerala unit. After being chief of KPCC and DIC party, it is the third time Muraleedharan is elected for another political party. Also veteran leader Karunakaran was inducted into NCP'ss Working Committee. Reacting to LDF's stance, Muraleedharan said "We are part of the LDF now and we will not come out of it. NCP has been with the LDF for a long time. If we are asked to leave the alliance in future, we will decide out course of action then."
Chimizhu
Tuesday, November 21, 2006 | MP
Chimizhu is directed by Harikumar. Indrajeet is the hero while Laxmi Goplalaswamy pairs opposite him. Remya Nambeesan who debuted with Anachandam is playingthe other female lead in the film. Jagathy, Innocent, Cochin Haneefa etc casts in the film. Santhrughan has the script. Sri Chakra Films produces the film. ONV is the lyricist while M Jayachandran composes the music for the film. M J Radhakrishnan weilds the camera. The shooting of the film has started at locales of Cheruthuruthy and Pattambi.
New Mercedes-Benz E-Class launched in Kerala
Monday, November 20, 2006 | MP
Luxury car major Daimler Chrysler India has introduced its new generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class in the Kerala markets with its launch in Kochi. The luxury segment E and C-Class models of Mercedes are selling 70 to 80 units a year in the State and the S-Class three to four units through their authorised dealer Rajasree Motors in Kerala. The new-generation E-Class features about 2,000 parts that are new or are further developments from its predecessor.The E-Class has Classic and Elegance models, and is available in petrol and diesel variants.
Nedumudi Venu in Rajeev Nath's Hindi film
Monday, November 20, 2006 | MP
Veteran actor Nedumudi Venu is venturing into Bollywood by acting in renowned Malayalam director Rajeev Nath's Hindi film, Ek Phir Bar. Nedumudi would enact the role of a eatery shop owner in Mumbai while Malayalee actress Manga Mahesh plays his wife in the film. Other stars like Jackie Shroff, Meeta Vashisht also casts in the film. The film also features Malayalam technicians like Azhagappan, Saloo K. George etc in the crew.
Natwar to join with Karunakaran
Sunday, November 19, 2006 | MP
Former external affairs minister Natwar Singh who left Congress has plans to join with veteran leader Karunakaran's party. Both leaders had met at Thiruvanathapuram at Karunakaran's residence and addressed the media along with the NCP leaders Karunakaran and Muraleedharan. Mr Natwar Singh also expressed inclination to work with Karunakaran's party and said he was happy to seek the senior leader's advice on national and international issues.
Inspector Garud starts rolling in Kochi
Sunday, November 19, 2006 | MP
Johny Antony's Dileep film, Inspector Garud has started with its shooting in and around Kochi. The film is said to be an action comedy entertainer based on police investigative story on the likes of CID Moosa. Dileep is paired with heroine Kavya in the film. Innocent, Kochin Haneefa, Salim Kumar etc casts in the film. Udayakrishna-Sibi K Thomas delivers the script. The film will be released early next year.
Gopika with Mammootty again
Saturday, November 18, 2006 | MP
Malayalee actress Gopika who paired with Mammootty in Joshy's Pothen Vava is lucky to team up with the superstar again. Gopika who had a memorable role in Pothenvava is now chosen for Shafi's upcoming Mammootty starrer Mayavi. The film produced by Vaishak Films is said to be a mass comedy entertainer and will begin with its shooting soon after the completion of Mammootty's Blessy film, Palunku.
Collector
Saturday, November 18, 2006 | MP
Collector is the title of the upcoming film directed by Anil C Menon. The film will have actor Suresh Gopi playing the lead role of a district collector who fights against anti social elements in the society. The duo had worked together lastly for Rastram. Good Cine Creations produces the film. Rajesh Jayaraman writes the script for the film. Three heroines are being planned out for the movie. Collector will satrt with its shooting early next year.
Bomb hoax call in Gulf air flight
Saturday, November 18, 2006 | MP
A boamb hoax call in a Gulf air flight bound to Muscat has created panic at the Thiruvanthapuram airport. All the passengers and luggages were thoroughly investigated after the airport authorities recieved a call from an unidentified caller which turned out to be a hoax. However the flight which was supposed to leave to Muscat at 7:40am got delayed by over 2 hours due to the bomb scare.
Govt to woo NRK investments
Saturday, November 18, 2006 | MP
Chief Minister Achuthanandan has said that the State government would set up a new company, Infrastructure Kerala Ltd, aimed at attracting investments of non resident Keralite investors from abroad. The state owned company will have 26% stake held by the government and the remaining will be offered to private investors particularly NRK's. The company would set up the basic infrastructure and would be a facilitating agency for setting up knowledge industries, education complex, city development and power.
Karunakaran will campaign for LDF, says NCP
Thursday, November 16, 2006 | MP
K. Karunakaran of DIC, who joined with NCP is said to campaign for the the CPI(M) nominee at Thiruvambadi byelection. ``Karunakaran and (his son) Muraleedharan will campaign on behalf of our party,'' said NCP general secretary while adressing to the reporters. Though there are differences in opinion on this, however the LDF has not yet made the party's stance on this regard. Meanwhile NCP leader Muraleedharan has said that he would work for the LDF candidate as decided by his party.
Vaastavam
Thursday, November 16, 2006 | MP
Vaatsavam is a realistic movie that talks on power struggle and is based on Thakazhy's novel, Edipanikanal. Prithviraj who performs the main character of Baalan brilliantly. Veteran actor Jagathy Sreekumar as Unnithan is equally outstanding. The three heroines, Kavya ,Samvrutha and Sindhu Menon has done justice to their respective roles. Alex Paul's music is impressive. Cinematagraphy and art direction also excels. Director M Padmakumar deserves all the credits for beautifully portraying a family political drama with vigour and fine narration.
Concerns over safety of Mullaperiyar dam
Wednesday, November 15, 2006 | MP
The Mullaperiyar dam is put on high alert as water level has crossed the 136 ft mark on Tuesday. Minister for Water Resources has been visiting the dam to inspect the dam and take account of the situation. The people living near the dam premises are being alerted and the increasing water level is causing serious concerns relating to the safety of the dam. The heavy rains over the recent days has attributed to a steady inflow to the dam which has led to the crossing of the dam's maximum storage level.
Notebook music released
Wednesday, November 15, 2006 | MP
The audio music of director Roshan Andrews second venture, Notebook has been released. The film which deals on the problems of adolescence has a large number of newcomers in its cast and crew. The music of the film is also composed by a newcomer, Mejo Joseph. Vayalar Sarath Chandra Varma pens the lyrics for the songs. Songs sung by youngsters like Rimy Tomy, Jyotsana, Vidhu Pradap, Vineeth Sreenivas etc. and shot in locales of Ootty and Canada.The film is expected to reach theaters in December.
Pele, Carl Lewis to launch Sports lottery
Tuesday, November 14, 2006 | MP
Olympic track star Carl Lewis and footballing lagend Pele will be in Kerala to promote sports lottery in the State. "Lewis is arriving in India on Dec 15 and after his engagements in other parts of the country he would be here in Kerala. Pele is also arriving in the third week of December and both of them would promote the sports lottery," informed Kerala's Sports Minister. The launch of the sports lottery is aimed to help build sports infrastructure in towns and villages across the state. The proceeds from the sale of the lottery tickets would go towards the sports fund.
Mohanlal in Lal Jose-Fazil film
Tuesday, November 14, 2006 | MP
Malayalm's popular director Lal Jose is planning out his next film with Mohanlala in the lead. Fazil under his own banner is said to produce the film. James Albert who worked together with Lal Jose to deliver the recent hit, Classmates is penning the script for this film too. The film is yet to be titled and will be next years release.
Big B
Monday, November 13, 2006 | MP
Big B is the title of the forthcoming film which cameraman Amal Neerad is making with Mamootty in the lead. The film tells the story of an underworld don who returns to his native town. Noushad under the banner of NNS Arts is producing the film. Renjith scripts the film. The film will be shot in Bangalore and is projected for next Vishu.
DIC-NCP merger unconditional: Muraleedharan
Monday, November 13, 2006 | MP
K.Karunakaran-led DIC(K), merged with Sharad Pawar's Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) in presence of a huge meeting held in Kochi. In the absence of the NCP chief Sharad Pawar who was hospitalised, Union Minister and NCP leader Praful Patel convened the meeting. While veteran Karunakaran called it a historic day in Indian politics, DIC(K) president K. Muraleedharan said his party's merger with NCP was unconditional.
Mani's Aandavan waiting for release
Sunday, November 12, 2006 | MP
Kalabhavan Mani's Aandavan which had a long delay is finally set to reach theaters by end of Novemeber atleast. The film was likely to release this week but was later postponed as there were too many films lined up for releases. The film directed by Akbar Jose tells the story of a young man who aspired to become a police officer but finally ends up as a clever thief. Sindhu Menon, Jagathy, Anand, Boban Alummoodan, Salim Kumar etc forms the rest of the cast. Alex Paul has the music.
Type 2 diabetes on the rise in children
Sunday, November 12, 2006 | MP
The number of young people with type 2 diabetes is said to be on a significant rise over the recent years. Thanks to the changing lifestyles. A study conducted on 5 hospitals by the Amrita Institue of Medical Sciences, Kochi has revelaed that eight per cent of children had reported type II diabetes over the last 3years. The increasing incidence has been directly linked to obesity owing to sedentary lifestlye. Kerala was organising special health awareness programmes and camps as a part of observing the World Diabetics Day.
Crew safe as navy aircraft crash lands near Kochi
Saturday, November 11, 2006 | MP
All the 5 crew in an aircraft had a miraculous escape after navy's aircraft had a crash land at a pady field near Veloor near Kochi. The mishap took place after the aircraft took off from the Naval air Station at Kochi and due to engine failure the aircraft was forced to crash land at a paddyfield. The aircraft carried 5 naval officers from the Southern Naval Command in Kochi and all are said to be safe.
Chakkaramuthu
Saturday, November 11, 2006 | MP
Chakkaramuthu is the comeback film from Lohitadas- Dileep team after a couple of years gap. The film is a story themed on village romance where a simple tailor falls in love for his childhood friend. Dileep as the hero excels in his role as the tailor with his unique mannerisms and body launguages aptly suiting his character. Kavya Madhavan is at her usual best. Lohitadas does a great job with his good narration of earthly characters supported with a good script. However the climax of the film is a rather big disappointment. There are also reports that an alternative climax is being planned out. Jayachandran's music offers few good songs.
Kunhikoonan sequel planned
Friday, November 10, 2006 | MP
A sequel on Dileep's blockbuster film, Kunjikoonan is being planned out for next year. Dileep had played dual role in the film which was well appreciated by the family audiences. Unlike the first part, the next version will not be directed by Sasishankar. But Dileep will be playing the lead role in the film. Meanwhile the producers are keen to find an appropriate director for the film. A sequel of another Dileep hit, CID Moosa is also in the making.
ID cards for land deals to be made compulsory
Friday, November 10, 2006 | MP
To keep a check on the increasing illegal land deals, State government has said that it would make compulsory that all land transaction deeds to be carried out through photo identification cards and thumb impressions of the dealers.This was proposed by the Minister for land registration. Those involved in the deal both the purchaser and seller need to provide photo identity cards and thumb impressions and these will be affixed in the documents while registration. The government plans to implement the procedure in Kerala within a month, he said.
Handloom tourism village project launched
Friday, November 10, 2006 | MP
In an effort to revive the State's handloom industry, Kerala tourism has launched a unique ‘handloom village project’. The project is aimed at promoting rural tourism by supporting on the lives of traditional weavers. A handloom facilitation centre at Villikulam near Balaramapuram, Thiruvananthapuram was inaugurated by Tourism Minister and as a part of the programme weavers will be able to sell their products to external markets through government approved agencies. This would enable them to earn reasonable profits which is otherwise being taken away by the middleman.
Bypolls: IUML to contest at Thiruvambadi
Thursday, November 9, 2006 | MP
UDF has stated that Indian Union Muslim League(IUML) would contest at Thiruvambadi for the Kerala Assembly seat scheduled for the December 4 bypoll. The election convention for the byelection would be held on November 12. The UDF has succesive history of victories at the previous polls with their IUML partner which has a stronghold in the region. However the last win of LDF candidate Mathai Chacko marked the LDF's first win which surprised many.
IFFK 2006 from Dec 8
Thursday, November 9, 2006 | MP
The 11th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK 2006) that would showcase various films from across different countries will be held in Thiruvananthapuram from December 8-15. Films from Asia, Africa and Latin American countries would contest in the competition section of IFFK. M P Sukumaran Nair's Malayalam film, `Drishtantham' is one among the Indian films that is participating in the competitive section. Besides the other Malayalam films that would be screened in the film fest are Achanurangatha Veedu, Thanmatra, Nottam, Saira, Adbudham, Karutha Pakshikal, Pulijanmam, Paranju Theeratha Visheshangal.
Manikuttan back with offers
Wednesday, November 8, 2006 | MP
Young actor Manikuttan of TV seriel,Kayamkulam Kochunni fame is back with few good offers. He made his entry into Malayalam films with 'Boyfriend' but had no luck at the boxoffice. Lately he has been shooting for Suresh Gopi film, Bada Dosth in which he plays Suresh's younger brother. He is also featuring in other superstar films like Mammootty's Mayavi and Mohanlal's Chotta Mumbai and is said to play significant roles in both the films.
Mullaperiyar dam on alert as water level rises
Wednesday, November 8, 2006 | MP
Following heavy rains that has risen the water level at the Mullaperiyar dam, alert has been sounded to the people living at the surrounding areas of Periyar river. The water level of the dam has risen to 134.2 ft and any further increase in the levels would mean releasing of water into the Periyar river. The full reservoir level is 136 ft that the dam can safely hold.
Saddam has some Kerala supporters
Tuesday, November 7, 2006 | MP
Former Iraqi leader, Saddam Hussein has some Kerala fans from Mallapuram village, 'Saddam Beach'. And the death sentence to the ex-President has brought bad news to the people here. The local people mainly fishermen in the area even showed their anger by staging a protest against the trial sentence. The village which lies at 1-km stretch near Puthankadappuram in Parappanangadi got its name 'Saddam beach' after the 1992 Gulf war.
3 heroines in Mohanlal film
Tuesday, November 7, 2006 | MP
Suresh Babu's Mohanlal film titled, Karthika Thirunal Karthikeyan will have 3 heroines. Malayalee actress Asin, who made her debut with 'Narendran Makan Jayakanthan Vaka' is paired opposite Mohanlal for the first time. Namita and Nikita are the other female leads in the film. South India's popular actress Namita is making her entry in Malayalam films with this. Nikita had earlier acted in films like Bus Conductor, Bharhava Charitam etc.
P K Krishnaadas new BJP State unit President
Monday, November 6, 2006 | MP
P. K. Krishnadas has been elected as the president of the BJP party, Kerala unit. The new leader Krishnadas was chosen unanimously as the other leaders had opted out of the contest unconditionally. However the way in which the new leader was announced had led to disagreement within the party factions. The infighting within the party was evident and to save the party from the crisis a senior BJP leader even asked the Center to cancel the elections.
Bhavana opposite Mohanlal in Chotta Mumbai
Monday, November 6, 2006 | MP
Bhavana seems to be too busy with Tamil films these days. However the actress is making a return to Malayalam films after a while with Anwar Rasheed film Chotta Mumbai. She is said to play the character of an auto driver and is paired opposite Mohanlal in the film. Chotta Mumbai which tells the story of underworld will start with its shooting early next year. Benny P Nayaramabalam writes the script for the film.
Music extravagenza in Dubai on Nov 11
Sunday, November 5, 2006 | MP
Popular Malayalam singer and music director, M G Radhakrishnan will be performing at a musical programme in Dubai which is scheduled to be held at the Indian consulate hall on Nov 11th. The musical extravagenza would also include noted singers like Venugopal, Radhika Tilak, Ravishankar, Unni Bhaskar etc. The musical evening would mainly comprise of songs composed by Radhakrishnan himself and would focus only on songs.
Kerala tourism gets back to swing
Sunday, November 5, 2006 | MP
After the recent Chikangunya scare, Kerala is witnessing a comeback in its tourist inflow to the State. Besides the new tourist season has started and most of the hotels are said to have completely booked for the season. This first batch of nearly 300 foreign tourists from UK has already flown down to Thiruvananthapuram on Sunday and more are expected in the coming weeks. The tourists were even given a traditional welcome and most of them are looking forward to enjoy the pleasant weather coupled with the exotic natural beauty and cuisine that the God's Own Country has got to offer. In fact Kumarakom, Kochi and Munnar seems to be the most favored destinations to the tourists.
Kalyanachamayam
Saturday, November 4, 2006 | MP
Kalyanachamayam is directed by debutant Satish. The film is jointly produced by Dr Thomas Kurien, Sisily and Biju Kaiparedan under the banner of Isabella Creations. Jayasurya plays the male lead in the film. The film tells a Christian family story and has Jagathy Sreekumar, Harishree Ashokan etc. The film is said to have 2 heroines. The film has already been launched and shooting will start shortly in Mundakayam.
Air Arabia starts Tvm-Sharjah flights
Saturday, November 4, 2006 | MP
Middle East's low cost airliner, Air Arabia is adding Thiruvanananthapuram to its Indian cities destinations. Air Arabia presently operates to Kochi and will launch its daily Tvm services on Nov 5th. Flights to Thiruvananthapuram will take off from Sharjah at 0645 hours, and will reach TVm at 1220 hours. The return flights will depart Thiruvananthapuram at 1305 hours, reaching Sharjah at 1555 hours (local time).
Buses starts services partially
Friday, November 3, 2006 | MP
The indefinite strike by bus and truck operators in Kerala has entered the fifth day on friday. However few private bus owners has withdrawn from the strike and has started with services including Thiruvanathapuram, Thrissur, Eranakulam districts. Meanwhile Transport Minister has said that necessary actions were taken and alternate vehicles were in operation to face the ongoing strike across the state.
5 Malayalam films to feature in IFFI 2006
Friday, November 3, 2006 | MP
5 Malayalam films has been selected to be featured in this years' film festival at Goa. The Malayalam films that has found a place in the list are Blessy's Thanmatra, Sashi Paravoor's Nottam, Dhrishtantham. Others include debutant director Madhu Kaithapram's Ekantham and another debutant Dr. Biju Kumar's 'Saira' featuring Navya Nair. The 37th International film festival of India (IFFI) 2006 is scheduled from Nov 23-Dec 3rd. The festival will also feature a retrospective on late Malayalam filmmaker G Aravindan.
PM impressed by Kerala's tourism growth
Thursday, November 2, 2006 | MP
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh expressed happiness over the way Kerala's tourism economy was growing and assured that the Center would provide all support for infrastructure development of airports in Kerala. "I am very happy that apart from the outward migration of people, today Kerala's improved connectivity is encouraging tourism into the state. 'Gods Own Country' has become a magnet for seekers of peace, relaxation and rejuvenation. I compliment the government and the state's very enterprising people for the manner in which they have developed Kerala's tourism economy," said Mr Singh who was in Thiruvananthapuram on the occassion of the Kerala Jubilee celebrations.
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