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Issue of water security and Kerala situation
When we talk about construction of new buildings the issue of water conservation and availability are always overlooked. People are filling water stored areas such as river sides or lake sides and the buildings are constructed there. Encroachment of lakes and small islands inside lakes like Vembanad lake have become a regular affair. Legal actions already in progress against such constructions in Ernakulam and Alleppy districts.Even the Hon'ble Kerala High Court has issued notice to certain agencies to demolish some eighty resorts built in an island, the area of the island used for these constructions has doubled by illegal encroachment. Several such problems are there.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 23 Aug 2014

Kerala Sasthra Sahitya Parishath - Glorious 50 years
In Kerala the backwaters and rivers are richest as far as natural assets are considered. Thousands of people depend on these ecosystem for their existence. Vembanad lake is the largest lake of Kerala which serve innumerable living beings. Highest production of fish and prawns in this area of the world is mainly because of this lake.

But now the lake is continuously getting reduced in size and deteriorating in quality. Polluting the waters take place due to unscientific industrial activities. In the name of industries, residential purposes and resort constructions the lake gets filled up in thousands of hectares. Though there are rules which prevent constructions in the vicinity of lakes violation of these rules have become very common.

The socio-economic impacts of these actions are very serious and the affected people have moved for legal remedies. These issues have attracted the attention of Sastrasahitya parishat and it has appointed a People's Commission to study the issues and prepare a report suggesting remedies.

The Commission is chaired by Prof. Prbhath Patnaik, one of known Economist of the time. The work of the Commission is progressing and is expected to submit its report this year itself.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 29 Apr 2014

Vishukani 2014: How to prepare Vishukani?
Vishu has another importance in Kerala. It is the day on which the agricultural works of the year is started. 'Chaalu keeruka' is a ritual that is marking the beginning of the agricultural activities. In the paddy field at a selected location a small function will be arranged. An oil lamp will be lit and certain 'pooja' will be held.Then using the instrument 'Kalappa' one or two chaalu (small line digging the paddy field) will be created. That marks the years activity in the paddy field.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 17 Apr 2014

Rain water, a major natural resource of Kerala
Even after celebrating days as special for water, earth, environment, etc. majority are least concerned about the conservation of these natural resources. Water is coming on earth mainly through rain. Kerala is relatively getting more rain, 3000 mm. of rain on an average per annum.But unfortunately the conservation part of these water is neglected by all. The methods of conserving naturally have been done away with due to human interference.

So in the nearest future we will be in danger. Our very existence on this earth will be in trouble. One cannot live without water more than three days.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 02 Apr 2014

Mullaperiyar - What is the real Dam issue?
This article is very useful. It helps understanding about the bone of contention between the States. Our attitude towards these types of problems is strange. Politicians are always for making vote out of everything. They are not interested in solving the problem. The issue has been sidelined now a days when the media got new issues and there are dearths for special news in our country.

For knowing the history of the dam perhaps the following reference may be seen:
http://www.spiderkerala.net/resources/8891-Mullaperiyar-dam-history-related-issues.aspx
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 28 Mar 2014

Tourist places in Palakkad Kerala
A research Centre

When one visits Palakkad it will be interesting to spend about half a day at Integrated Rural Technology Centre (IRTC) at Mundur about ten to eleven kilo meters from Palakkad on the way to Kozhikkod. It is research and training centre of a different type. It serves the rural people to a certain extent. At the same time everybody can learn several things from there.
Waste management techniques, mushroom culture ornamental fish culture, soap making, energy conservation, clay pot making and beautifying them using the technique called Decoupage, techniques of watershed based development, bio-gas plant operation, windrow and earth worm composting techniques,etc. are some of the activities one can see and know it through demonstration.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 27 Mar 2014

Mullaperiyar dam, history and related issues
All the anxieties and issues on the Mullaperiyar was just a hoax, it seems. Many staying in the neighbourhood became frustrated and even were spending the nights without sleep. One wonders what for we are having these Governments.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 25 Mar 2014

The College Of Fisheries, Panangad
This college is now part of the newly formed University. It is the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS) located in the same campus where the college was functioning. More details can be had from the site www.kufos.ac.in/
Also the article which appeared in this site can provide details (http://www.spiderkerala.net/resources/10298-A-Centre-Professional-Higher-Education-Fisheries.aspx)
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 17 Mar 2014

Fisheries, a major traditional food sector of Kerala
A point which has to be discussed with the fish production of the State is the changes in the ecosystem due to which the production is getting reduced. Most of the changes are due to man made causes. A typical example is the Thanneermukkam bund near Cherthala in Alappuzha district.This bund actually affects the natural flow of water in the Vembanad lake. Several fish varieties especially the prawn/shrimp varieties need fresh water as well as salt water for its life cycle.
When a barrage is constructed the fresh water and brackish water are divided into two different compartments. This disallows the shrimp to travel from one place to the other causing negatively their natural living condition. Definitely its production get reduced. Survey results have established this.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 14 Mar 2014

P.C. Chacko Member of Parliament (M P) Kerala – Profile and Biography
As per the latest news P.C.Chacko is to become the candidate of Chalakkudi Lok sabha constituency. The sitting M.P. of Chalakkudi, Mr.Dhanapalan, is shifting to Thrissur,where P.C.Chako is the sitting MP.
By the by I have a doubt regarding the college where PC Chacko did her graduation. Is it not the University College of Trivandrum? I used to see him in the University Hostel, where students from University college and University departments were staying, at Palayam during those days (I was an inmate of that Hostel during those days, as PG student).
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 13 Mar 2014

Ayurveda system of medicine and Kerala's contribution
In Ayurveda 'kashaya' is a type of liquid medicine, a tonic, to be consumed sometimes after diluting or after mixing with a thailam or a pill. This kashayam was asked to be prepared at home in a particular manner (in a small round pot made of mud) in hearths with wood burned fire. Everyday this has to be prepared, depending on the prescription. But now a days Kashaya is directly purchased from Ayurveda medical shops. That means ready made kashaya is available.It is prepared and kept in bottles tightly closed after adding certain harmless preservatives.
But everybody doubts whether this kashaya has the same effect as that prepared at home daily and used. Perhaps the modern life conditions call for this change.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 09 Mar 2014

Kerala Sasthra Sahitya Parishath - Glorious 50 years
Kerala sasthrasahitya Parishat now completes one more year and this year it could take up several activities. Certain major programmes took up include three 'vikasana samgamams' (get together for development)held at three centres Trivandrum, Kannur and Palakkad. As a culmination of these a three day Vikasana Congress was organized at Kochi. Different subjects were taken up for discussions at all these centres. Experts in respective subjects presented the lead papers and delegates shared their views. Agriculture, Milk production, health, cooperation, gender issues, culture, education and similar other topics were included. At the final Congress again modified papers (modifications based on the discussions at the Samgamam) were presented. More people participated in the Congress and hence additional ideas came up in each subject. Now Parishath will be bringing out a proceedings of these presentations and discussions. it will be a guideline for development in the State.
Another major work taken up was taking up a suitable work in each area and implement it with people's support. As an example waste management of a Panchayath or Municipality.

Then Parishat took up another programme in which the Parishath workers could interact with people at selected centres, on any topic the people chose.
An drama procession was also there. Drama was the one based on 'Gandhi' written by famous poet Sachidanandan. All these programmes were well accepted by the people.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 06 Mar 2014

Kunjunni Mash -Malayalam Poet
When I hear the name of Kunjunni Master, I remember the day on which he visited my home. It was on the birth anniversary day of the great poet Changampuzha Krishna Pillai (11th of October), which year I don't remember. Kunjunni Master came to attend a Kavi Sammelanam (poets' meet).After the meeting and lunch he wanted to take rest. I brought him to mt house which is close by. He met my wife and children and had just a small talk. Then I took him to the bed room and he took rest. After about half an hour he came out and chatted with us. He placed both his hands on the head of my son and blessed him.I was very happy to see that since an old man, especially a teacher and a poet is blessing my son.After that he bid farewell to us and slowly walked out of the house.After that I could not meet him, and I read about his death from news papers.
Even now I carry the image of his blessing son in my mind.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 05 Mar 2014

Changampuzha, the great poet
At the birth place of the Poet Changampuzha two institutions are now standing out as his memorial. Changampuzha Smaraka Grandhasala (Changampuzha memorial library) and Changampuzha Samskarika Kendra.
Library began to function in 1950, just after two years of the poet's death. It is now a Grade one library stocking more than 36 thousand books and with a membership of around two thousand. A good reference section cater to the needs of students, teachers, researchers and literary workers.
Changampuzha Samskarika Kendram was established in in 1986. It is now a major centre of cultural activities in the State. The Park (called Changampuzha Park)is an open space with an open stage attracts people as well as various organizations to conduct their meetings and cultural programmes.The Kendram also organizes different literary and art programmes there which attract hundreds of people.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 04 Mar 2014

M.B Rajesh Kerala Member of Parliament – Profile and Biography
This article gives a clear picture how a political personality is self groomed. Rajesh is definitely an example to be copied by any person who want to do something useful to the society. He is intelligent and hard working. He easily mix up with common people and never pretend as a 'super man', as many of the politicians do. He makes us feel that he is one among us. A very great future is waiting for Rajesh, no doubt.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 03 Mar 2014

Good Thoughts-Magically Explained
Actually it is the mind of a person which makes his (her) life good or bad. Try to think positively always, let evil thoughts find place out of one's mind. Positivism in actions make the person happy and also others who gets its effects feel happier. So positive approach is most important of all.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 15 Feb 2014

Emmanuval Silks, Edappally, Kochi - Kerala’s largest textile showroom
This largest textile show room, Emmanuval Silks has closed down already since they could not pick up the expected business. This closure was done during early 2013.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 09 Feb 2014

Most amazing facts about Aranmula Kannadi - History, Craftsmanship,Making and Beliefs
Aranmula Kannadi (Mirror of Aranmula) is actually made only at Aranmula, as the name indicates. But some families are making it now in other parts of Kerala as well. May be perhaps they are some way connected with Aranmula. Because I have seen the same being made in a village in Palakkad district.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 09 Feb 2014

Changampuzha Park, the cultural hub of Kochi city
Recently the lovers of dance programmes have joined together and has given shape to another group called 'Nrithaaswadaka sadas' (stage of dance lovers). They have already performed several programmes within a short span. Every month minimum one programmes is staged.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 08 Feb 2014

Yam (chena) Mezhukkupurati Recipe
Very nice photographs.
'Chenayum kaayum cherna mezhukkuperatty' was a very common dish, since both these will be available at home almost throughout the year. Similarly during jack fruit season that used to replace it.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 07 Dec 2013

Famous temples in Thrissur District
There are many more large size temples in Thrissur district, perhaps number of temples are more here compared to other districts. Sankaran kulangara, Thiruvullakavu, Oorakam, Chembukkavu, Nelluvaya, Thiruvilwamala and Aarattupuzha to name a few.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 19 Jan 2013

Sabarimala Makarajyothi – Makaravilakku 2013 Live on Asianet News - 14th January
Makaravilakku attracts thousands of devotees every year to Sabarimala. Devotees come from almost all places, however the majority are from the South Indian States.
Makaravilakku coincides with the Makara pongal. A light on the hill top far away from the temple where people gather is the main attraction of the day. Devotees believe it is from an unknown source, though it is known that the same is arranged by the Devaswam Board and the Forest authorities. However, it is the belief which attracts thousands.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 19 Jan 2013

The dairy man - Dr Verghese Kurien
Dr.Kurien passed away on 8th September, 2012. He has left a culture which can be emulated by those who are ready to work for a cause. Let his soul rest in peace !!
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 12 Sep 2012

Changing trends in Malabar region muslim women education
A campus of Aligarh Muslim University has come into existence in Malappuram district, near Perinthalmanna. Definitely this venture also will help improving the status of higher education in Malabar area.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 08 Sep 2012

Mohanlal vs Sukumar Azhikode Case - Azhikode withdraws defamation case against Lal
It is a welcome solution to that unwanted controversy between two stalwarts. Both the personalities are highly respected by the people in their respective fields. Both would have taken this step earlier without dragging the media to this case. Anyway it is better to be late than never.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 12 Dec 2011

Poet Mullanezhi passes away
Mullanezhi's untimely departure is a great loss to Malayalam cinema, literature and in general to the cultural arena of yhis State. He was to attend a workshop at Kannur yesterday, organized Kerala Sastra Sahitya Parishat, to formulate the themes and art forms for the 'Kala Jatha' of Parishat.His contributions to such art forms will always be remembered by everybody, especially those connected with the Total Literacy campaigns in 1989 and 1990.

Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 22 Oct 2011

Dr P C Alexander Passed Away
Dr. Alexander was an efficient administrator and Statesman. He was working very close to the Prime ministers Mrs.Indira Gandhi and Mr. Rajeev Gandhi. He served not only as Governor of Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra, he was in charge of Goa also. He did work also as British High Commissioner.He was the most powerful Malayalee at the Centre in those days.
He was suffering from cancer and was under treatment at Chennai. He died this morning and his body will be brought to his native place near Alleppey.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 10 Aug 2011

India’s Richest Temple -Sree Padmanabhaswamy Temple,Kerala
The author has to be congratulated for the attempt of posting this article. The details regarding the wealth are yet to come out, since just visual assessments alone have taken place. A committee under the convener-ship of Dr.Ananda Bose have been entrusted with the job of actual evaluation of the findings. Only after that a clear picture will be available.
As far as temples in general are concerned this type of hidden wealth are possible, no one has looked into it.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 31 Jul 2011

Director Joshi's Daughter Died in Road Accident
It is very unfortunate. Road accidents are taking so many lives everyday. News papers are almost using half a page for reporting this. Our people do not have the road discipline, which is a must for any driver. Conditions of the roads are also miserable. None of the roads are in a position to withstand the present traffic.

Let the souls of the departed rest in peace.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 25 Jul 2011

Onam Sadya Items and Onam Sadya Recipes
Thanks for giving a detailed 'Onasadya'. Those who are not familiar with these food items can try these for the coming Onam.
You have missed to mention on item which is very important for Onam. It is nothing but 'Pazha nurukku' (cooked pieces of ripe banana).
Another item is 'Sarkara upperi'(fried banana chips with jaggery added). The picture shown as Palada Pradhaman does not look like it. It must be white in colour, here some what a brown item is shown. any way thanks for the resource.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 22 Jul 2011

Kalam pattu- a traditional method of offerings to different deities
Following references give three photographs related to the above article.
www.spiderkerala.net/gallery/1927-Kalam-pattu.aspx

www.spiderkerala.net/gallery/1929-Artist-at-work.aspx

www.spiderkerala.net/gallery/1930-Oracle-s-dance-sitting-stool.aspx
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 17 May 2011

Keraleeyan in and out of Kerala
In every society there good and bad people. Kerala people are of no exception. It is not fair to conclude that majority of Malayalees are not friendly within Kerala. Definitely, there are such unfriendly persons. But, if approached, majority are friendly and will extend a helping hand. They may not take initiative themselves, but they are ready to mingle with others. This opinion is based on personal experiences.

These days in most of the cities people stay closely. The local self Governments (Municipalities or Corporations)encourage the formation of 'Residents' Associations'. When initiatives are taken for such associations 99% of them join this and come forward with contributions (monthly contributions or annual) without any hesitation.

Such Residents' Associations take up common issues such as tarring the roads in that area or lighting the streets, or water related problems or waste related issues etc, with the Authorities and find solutions. Many members join in such common activities.

Occasional get together with entertainments or speeches etc. also attract many. In short co-operation comes forth if approached with an aim.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 07 Mar 2011

Dr M P Parameswaran
Dr. M.P., after leaving BARC, took up the assignment as Asst. Director of Kerala Language Institute. Later he joined the publication division of CPI(M) and also that of Chintha weekly. Parallel to that he was working actively for science popularisation through Kerala Sasthra Sahitya Parishad. After leaving the Party he got fully involved in Parishad activities.He has published several books and written hundreds of articles. Some of his books have got awards from Kerala Sahitya Academy. Even at the age of 76 he is active and move all over India.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 01 Mar 2011

List of New trains and Benefits for Kerala in Railway budget 2011
These are definitely welcome benefits to Kerala. However, immediate action to improve the railway infrastructure, including the doubling or trebling of the lines must also have to be undertaken. Similarly the security of passengers, especially the women passengers, must be given immediate priority.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 27 Feb 2011

Former MP Sebastian Paul new Indiavision Channel Chief Editor
But, a report has appeared later quoting Dr. Muneer, the Chairman of Indiavision, that the above report was wrong. No decision has been taken about the appointment of Dr.Sebastian Paul as Editor.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 26 Feb 2011

Munnar Location and How to Reach Munnar
Munnar stands for 'three rivers'. These three rivers are Muthirapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundaly. These three rivers join in the Munnar town.
From Kochi 130 km road journey through Vytila,Thrippunithura, Kolencherry, Muvattupuzha, Kothamangalam, Adimali rout one can reach Munnar.
There are several, numbering around 50, resorts and hotels where advance booking is possible.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 23 Mar 2010

God's Own Country - Kerala
The maximum number of tourists are generally visiting Kerala during August- September months. It is the time when the South -West monsoon withdraws and the down pour of rain subsides. More over, this is the time when Keralites celebrate the famous Onam festival, historically.

As an agricultural land this celebration is said to be attached with the paddy harvest season of the first crop. There are other mythological stories attached with the Onam celebrations. However, all Malayalees in the world are joining in this celebrations, irrespective of religious or caste differences.
Now the State Government is taking the initiative to celebrate this period as Tourism week. Varieties of cultural programmes are organized as part of the celebrations.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 23 Feb 2010

Science a boon or a bane
Science is a boon, no doubt. Originally, scientific inventions were based on needs. It was meant for improving the status of society. Naturally, the human being had to fight the wild animals for their existence. This forced them to invent certain weapons. But later when the human beings themselves started fighting each other for food,wealth, land and other niceties they started using these weapons against their own communities.Better weapons also were developed for combating the enemy.
Later when new inventions came out and the products were found to be useful to the society, takers came to buy the inventors. Because this new group found it is income generating. There came the misuse of science. These groups became strong and they started dictating what should be invented and produced. Thus the same science which started for the betterment of the human society, started to work as detrimental to the interests of the majority.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 27 Jan 2010

Malayalam Calendar 2010
A 'Malayalam Calendar for 2010' does not seem to be a right title. Malayalam year corresponding to the year 2010 is 1185 - 1186. January 1st, 2010 corresponds to 17th of Dhanu 1185 and 31st of Debember, 2010 corresponds to 16th of Dhanu 1186. The Malayalam year 1186 starts on 17th August 2010.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 27 Jan 2010

High rate of suicide on State - VS Achuthanandan Concerned
High rate of suicide in Kerala is very often reported in media. Here, a doubt is there about the authenticity of the available statistics on this. In Kerala, because of high rate of literacy and education the net work of information is active. Any incident, like suicide, is not missed from reporting. In most other States, there is lack of communication, and the suicide is not reported as such. May be, reported only as death to avoid further related legal problems. Similarly, the victim being taken to hospitals when an attempt of suicide is doubted also will be more in Kerala, since the facilities are more. Hence an actual fact finding is required before coming to a conclusion.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 26 Jan 2010

V.S. Achudanandhan
Why not provide a brief biography, including his political career, also. V.S. belongs to the old generation communists.
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 26 Jan 2010

Pinarayi Vijayan's House photo - the controversy and the truth
Why should there be a controversy like this about the house of a political leader. There are umpteen means of communication and publication. The channels and news papers reach each and every corner to extract news and other details. Is it difficult to get the picture of the original house ?
Author: T.M.Sankaran Posted Date: 16 Dec 2009