At least ten persons, including three women, a nine-year old girl and a rescue worker, were killed when a private bus coming to Kottayam from Cherthala lost control, hit an 11 K.V electric post and fell in to the Meenachil river at Thazhathangadi on the kumarakom Kottayam route on Tuesday 23th March 2010.
According to eyewitnesses, the bus had apparently hit the electric sparks twice, before the bus fell in to the river at 2.20 pm.
Governor expressed deep condolences of the loss of lives in the Bus accident at Thazathangadi in Kottayam. The chief minister expressed his deep sorrow over the death of many persons in a bust accident.
The government has ordered a probe by transport Commissioner in to the Bus accident. The Cabinet decided to provide a solatium of Rs 3 lakh to the next kin of each of the dead in the bus accident and 5 lakh to the family of Satheesan who collapsed and died while carrying our rescue work. The cabinet also decided to provide Rs 1 lakh each to Kabeer and Soorya who were injured during the rescue efforts. Leader of the opposition said that heart rending scenes were witnessed at the accident spot and hospitals.
Prof. John Kurakar
Monday, March 29, 2010
DAM AGE CAUSED BY THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
DAM AGE CAUSED BY
THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
The high power committee constituted by the government to study the extent of damage caused by the Coca-Cola plant at Plachimada in Palakkad district has recommended that a dedicated institution should be set to adjudicate individual claims for compensation. In its report submitted to water Resource Minister N.K Premachandran on Monday 22nd March ,2010, the Committee headed by Additional Chief Secretary Mr K. Jayakumar,said the Cola Company had caused multi-sectoral damage amounting to Rs 216.26 crore- through the operation of its plant and other actions, and was obliged to pay compensation to the affected.
It recommended that the state government could either set up a tribunal under article 323 B of the constitution or request the center to form an authority under the Environment (Protection) Act to determine the Compensation and enforce the payment.
The Committee observed that the company had violated the water ( Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, the Environment ( Protection Act, the factories Act.
The panel estimated that the loss on the agriculture front would come to Rs 84.16 crore. The damage on the health front came to Rs 30 crore besides Rs 20 crore wage loss and opportunity cost. The cost of providing water to the villages came to 20 crore. It also estimated the damage from the pollution of water resources at Rs 62.10 crore.
The committee has been to the conclusion that the Company in responsible for these damages and it is obligatory that they pay the compensation to the affected people for the agricultural losses, health problems, loss of wages, loss of educational opportunities and the pollution caused to the water resources. The value of water extracted and depleted has not been calculated though it needs to be compensated' The 14 member committee consisted of officials and experts in law, environment, health and water resources.
Prof. John Kurakar
THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
The high power committee constituted by the government to study the extent of damage caused by the Coca-Cola plant at Plachimada in Palakkad district has recommended that a dedicated institution should be set to adjudicate individual claims for compensation. In its report submitted to water Resource Minister N.K Premachandran on Monday 22nd March ,2010, the Committee headed by Additional Chief Secretary Mr K. Jayakumar,said the Cola Company had caused multi-sectoral damage amounting to Rs 216.26 crore- through the operation of its plant and other actions, and was obliged to pay compensation to the affected.
It recommended that the state government could either set up a tribunal under article 323 B of the constitution or request the center to form an authority under the Environment (Protection) Act to determine the Compensation and enforce the payment.
The Committee observed that the company had violated the water ( Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, the Environment ( Protection Act, the factories Act.
The panel estimated that the loss on the agriculture front would come to Rs 84.16 crore. The damage on the health front came to Rs 30 crore besides Rs 20 crore wage loss and opportunity cost. The cost of providing water to the villages came to 20 crore. It also estimated the damage from the pollution of water resources at Rs 62.10 crore.
The committee has been to the conclusion that the Company in responsible for these damages and it is obligatory that they pay the compensation to the affected people for the agricultural losses, health problems, loss of wages, loss of educational opportunities and the pollution caused to the water resources. The value of water extracted and depleted has not been calculated though it needs to be compensated' The 14 member committee consisted of officials and experts in law, environment, health and water resources.
Prof. John Kurakar
DAMAGE CAUSED BY THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
DAMAGE CAUSED BY
THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
The high power committee constituted by the government to study the extent of damage caused by the Coca-Cola plant at Plachimada in Palakkad district has recommended that a dedicated institution should be set to adjudicate individual claims for compensation. In its report submitted to water Resource Minister N.K Premachandran on Monday 22nd March ,2010, the Committee headed by Additional Chief Secretary Mr K. Jayakumar,said the Cola Company had caused multi-sectoral damage amounting to Rs 216.26 crore- through the operation of its plant and other actions, and was obliged to pay compensation to the affected.
It recommended that the state government could either set up a tribunal under article 323 B of the constitution or request the center to form an authority under the Environment (Protection) Act to determine the Compensation and enforce the payment.
The Committee observed that the company had violated the water ( Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, the Environment ( Protection Act, the factories Act.
The panel estimated that the loss on the agriculture front would come to Rs 84.16 crore. The damage on the health front came to Rs 30 crore besides Rs 20 crore wage loss and opportunity cost. The cost of providing water to the villages came to 20 crore. It also estimated the damage from the pollution of water resources at Rs 62.10 crore.
The committee has been to the conclusion that the Company in responsible for these damages and it is obligatory that they pay the compensation to the affected people for the agricultural losses, health problems, loss of wages, loss of educational opportunities and the pollution caused to the water resources. The value of water extracted and depleted has not been calculated though it needs to be compensated' The 14 member committee consisted of officials and experts in law, environment, health and water resources.
Prof. John Kurakar
THE COCA-COLA COMPANY
The high power committee constituted by the government to study the extent of damage caused by the Coca-Cola plant at Plachimada in Palakkad district has recommended that a dedicated institution should be set to adjudicate individual claims for compensation. In its report submitted to water Resource Minister N.K Premachandran on Monday 22nd March ,2010, the Committee headed by Additional Chief Secretary Mr K. Jayakumar,said the Cola Company had caused multi-sectoral damage amounting to Rs 216.26 crore- through the operation of its plant and other actions, and was obliged to pay compensation to the affected.
It recommended that the state government could either set up a tribunal under article 323 B of the constitution or request the center to form an authority under the Environment (Protection) Act to determine the Compensation and enforce the payment.
The Committee observed that the company had violated the water ( Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, the Environment ( Protection Act, the factories Act.
The panel estimated that the loss on the agriculture front would come to Rs 84.16 crore. The damage on the health front came to Rs 30 crore besides Rs 20 crore wage loss and opportunity cost. The cost of providing water to the villages came to 20 crore. It also estimated the damage from the pollution of water resources at Rs 62.10 crore.
The committee has been to the conclusion that the Company in responsible for these damages and it is obligatory that they pay the compensation to the affected people for the agricultural losses, health problems, loss of wages, loss of educational opportunities and the pollution caused to the water resources. The value of water extracted and depleted has not been calculated though it needs to be compensated' The 14 member committee consisted of officials and experts in law, environment, health and water resources.
Prof. John Kurakar
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
TO PROTECT SASTHAMCOTTA LAKE (WORLD WATER DAY-MARCH-22)
TO PROTECT SASTHAMCOTTA LAKE
(WORLD WATER DAY-MARCH-22)
Environment activists in the Kollam district sat on the bed of the shrinking Sasthamcotta Lake and went on fast on Monday 22nd March 2010 to observe world water Day as part of their continuing agitation demanding the protection of the lake which is the biggest fresh water lake in the state.
Those under taking the fast took a pledge to protect the lake. The fast was under the banner of the Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy and Sasthamcotta Lake protection Action Council. People from all age groups and various walks of life joined the fast.
No kind of encroachments on the lake should be allowed. A total sanitation pro gramme should also be implemented in sasthamcotta to prevent the Lake from getting polluted. The present picture of the Lake was a heart rending sight.
The protection of the Sasthamcotta Lake was not an issue pertaining to kollam district alone but one that concerned the state. Steps on
a war-footing should be taken to prevent the Lake from going extinct.
The programme was presided over by Kavya Kala Sahithy president Prof. John Kurakar. The Environment activists Prof. R. Ganga prasad, Mr Odanavattom Vijaya Prakash, Mr Kunjachan Paruthiyara, and G. Balakrishan Nair spoke
Prof. John Kurakar
(WORLD WATER DAY-MARCH-22)
Environment activists in the Kollam district sat on the bed of the shrinking Sasthamcotta Lake and went on fast on Monday 22nd March 2010 to observe world water Day as part of their continuing agitation demanding the protection of the lake which is the biggest fresh water lake in the state.
Those under taking the fast took a pledge to protect the lake. The fast was under the banner of the Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy and Sasthamcotta Lake protection Action Council. People from all age groups and various walks of life joined the fast.
No kind of encroachments on the lake should be allowed. A total sanitation pro gramme should also be implemented in sasthamcotta to prevent the Lake from getting polluted. The present picture of the Lake was a heart rending sight.
The protection of the Sasthamcotta Lake was not an issue pertaining to kollam district alone but one that concerned the state. Steps on
a war-footing should be taken to prevent the Lake from going extinct.
The programme was presided over by Kavya Kala Sahithy president Prof. John Kurakar. The Environment activists Prof. R. Ganga prasad, Mr Odanavattom Vijaya Prakash, Mr Kunjachan Paruthiyara, and G. Balakrishan Nair spoke
Prof. John Kurakar
TRIBUTE TO NEPAL'S FREEDOM FIGHTER MR GIRIJA PRASAD KOIRALA
TRIBUTE TO
NEPAL'S FREEDOM FIGHTER
MR GIRIJA PRASAD KOIRALA
Girija Prasad Koirala, Nepal's freedom fighter and political hero died on Saturday 20th March,2010 at the age of 86. He served as the Nepali congress president and as prime minister four times. Sujata Koirala is his only child.
Thousands of party cadres, leaders of different parties, and diplomats gathered there to pay their last respects. His body will be kept at the Dasharath stadium on Sunday 21st March morning for the public to pay their homage.
The funeral will take place in the Sunday evening and his daughter will perform the last rites.
Koirala was an integral part of Nepal's modern political history. G.P Koirala was born in Bihar in 1925. He joined politics in this broader setting. In March 1947, he led Nepal's first workers strike at Biratnagar gute mills. He served as the political commissar on the far eastern front in the country's first democratic revolution. B.P Koirala was sworn in as Nepal's first democratically elected Prime minister in 1959
Prof. John Kurakar
NEPAL'S FREEDOM FIGHTER
MR GIRIJA PRASAD KOIRALA
Girija Prasad Koirala, Nepal's freedom fighter and political hero died on Saturday 20th March,2010 at the age of 86. He served as the Nepali congress president and as prime minister four times. Sujata Koirala is his only child.
Thousands of party cadres, leaders of different parties, and diplomats gathered there to pay their last respects. His body will be kept at the Dasharath stadium on Sunday 21st March morning for the public to pay their homage.
The funeral will take place in the Sunday evening and his daughter will perform the last rites.
Koirala was an integral part of Nepal's modern political history. G.P Koirala was born in Bihar in 1925. He joined politics in this broader setting. In March 1947, he led Nepal's first workers strike at Biratnagar gute mills. He served as the political commissar on the far eastern front in the country's first democratic revolution. B.P Koirala was sworn in as Nepal's first democratically elected Prime minister in 1959
Prof. John Kurakar
STUDENTS DEVELOP ECO- FRIENDLY ENGINE
STUDENTS DEVELOP
ECO- FRIENDLY ENGINE
A group of Mechanical Engineering students of Sarabhai Institute of Science and Technology have developed and electromagnetic engine that promises a clean alternative to fossil fuel powered vehicles. A team of four students modified a 60 cc sprayer engine to demonstrate the electromagnetic principal.
The engine operates on the repulsive force between two magnets, one embedded in the piston and other on top of the cylinder.
The electromagnet on the cylinder head is powered by a battery that can be charged using solar panels. The engine is controlled by an electronic gadget that acts the accelerator. The students demonstrated that any patrol or diesel powered engine can be modified for electromagnetic propulsion. Such a modified engine will be free of noise and air pollution. The cost of modification may range between Rs 20000 and 30,000.
The team took about two years to design the engine. Electromagnetic engines are more efficient than servo motors' The electro magnetic engine had the potential to revolutionise the automobile industry. Once the engine is suitably modified, the fuel tank, timer chain, camshaft, air filter, fuel injection system and exhaust mechanism can be dispensed with, there by freeing up space and reducing the weight of the vehicle considerably. The students are planning to file a patent application for the design
Prof. John Kurakar
ECO- FRIENDLY ENGINE
A group of Mechanical Engineering students of Sarabhai Institute of Science and Technology have developed and electromagnetic engine that promises a clean alternative to fossil fuel powered vehicles. A team of four students modified a 60 cc sprayer engine to demonstrate the electromagnetic principal.
The engine operates on the repulsive force between two magnets, one embedded in the piston and other on top of the cylinder.
The electromagnet on the cylinder head is powered by a battery that can be charged using solar panels. The engine is controlled by an electronic gadget that acts the accelerator. The students demonstrated that any patrol or diesel powered engine can be modified for electromagnetic propulsion. Such a modified engine will be free of noise and air pollution. The cost of modification may range between Rs 20000 and 30,000.
The team took about two years to design the engine. Electromagnetic engines are more efficient than servo motors' The electro magnetic engine had the potential to revolutionise the automobile industry. Once the engine is suitably modified, the fuel tank, timer chain, camshaft, air filter, fuel injection system and exhaust mechanism can be dispensed with, there by freeing up space and reducing the weight of the vehicle considerably. The students are planning to file a patent application for the design
Prof. John Kurakar
OMALLOOR VAYAL VANIBHOM (AGRICULTURE FAIR)
OMALLOOR VAYAL VANIBHOM
(AGRICULTURE FAIR)
The annual agriculture fair, Vayal Vanibhom, organized by the Omalloor
grama panchayat is drawing good crowd from pathanamthitta and surrounding areas.
Agriculture produces from the districts are display at the month long fair which began on Monday 15th March, 2010. The Omalloor Vayal Vanibhom was a major annual attraction in olden days and farmers used to exchange agriculture produce and cattle at the fair.
In olden days, peasants from the neighbouring districts as well as villages in the border areas of Tamil Nadu used to visit the hamlet for their annual purchase of agriculture produce and farming implements. Even now, people purchase locally made equipment like Chirava ( coconut scrapper) Ulakka and different kinds of knives at the fair.
Prof. John Kurakar
(AGRICULTURE FAIR)
The annual agriculture fair, Vayal Vanibhom, organized by the Omalloor
grama panchayat is drawing good crowd from pathanamthitta and surrounding areas.
Agriculture produces from the districts are display at the month long fair which began on Monday 15th March, 2010. The Omalloor Vayal Vanibhom was a major annual attraction in olden days and farmers used to exchange agriculture produce and cattle at the fair.
In olden days, peasants from the neighbouring districts as well as villages in the border areas of Tamil Nadu used to visit the hamlet for their annual purchase of agriculture produce and farming implements. Even now, people purchase locally made equipment like Chirava ( coconut scrapper) Ulakka and different kinds of knives at the fair.
Prof. John Kurakar
CURRENCY GARLAND
CURRENCY GARLAND
the currency garland presented to Uttar Pradesh chief minister Ms Mayawati at a rally organized to mark the BSP's 25th anniversary has generated much heat with the congress and other parties. Ms Mayawati should understand that symbolism of any kind will not improve the living condition of people. The BSP workers, who presented currency garlands to Mayawati on Monday 15th March and Wednesday 17th March, 2010. Ms Mayawati as well as her followers should realize that such activities will not in any way, enhance the prominence of the leader. It will lead to a decline in the fame gained hitherto.
It is indeed shameful that in a country where thousands are starving, a political leader should embarrass us with such uncalled for display of money. It reflects the current trend in politics. Is not a simple garland of flowers enough to show respect to a leader? What is need for such vulgar display of wealth?
Prof. John Kurakar
the currency garland presented to Uttar Pradesh chief minister Ms Mayawati at a rally organized to mark the BSP's 25th anniversary has generated much heat with the congress and other parties. Ms Mayawati should understand that symbolism of any kind will not improve the living condition of people. The BSP workers, who presented currency garlands to Mayawati on Monday 15th March and Wednesday 17th March, 2010. Ms Mayawati as well as her followers should realize that such activities will not in any way, enhance the prominence of the leader. It will lead to a decline in the fame gained hitherto.
It is indeed shameful that in a country where thousands are starving, a political leader should embarrass us with such uncalled for display of money. It reflects the current trend in politics. Is not a simple garland of flowers enough to show respect to a leader? What is need for such vulgar display of wealth?
Prof. John Kurakar
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Kerala Retired College Teachers Association formed
More than two hundred professors attended in the formation meeting of the Kerala Retired College Teachers Association. The meeting was held at Mar Basalious College, Kottayam on 20th March, 2010
Prof Abraham Philip , Retired from St. Gregorious College, Kottarakara presided over the formation of meeting. Prof. Geevarghese
retired from Govt. College, Trivandrum gave keynote address. Association formed 21 member executive committee.
Prof. John Kurakar
Friday, March 19, 2010
14 PERSONS CONVICTED IN MARAD MURDER CASE
14 PERSONS CONVICTED
IN MARAD MURDER CASE
Murder was committed in January 2002. The special Additional District Sessions Court ( Marad Cases) on Wednesday 17th March, 2010 convicted 14 accused in the killing of Thekkethodi Aboobacker, 54 in the Marad Coastal Village during the communal riots in January, 2002.
The court found all the accused guilty under section 143 ( rioting)148( rioting, armed with Weapons) 326( voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons) and 153-A ( promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony) of the Indian penal code (IPC)
The court examined 22 witnesses, 12 material objects and 37 documents in the case. Five persons were killed, Several persons injured and property worth crores of rupees destroyed during the riots on two days.
Prof. John Kurakar
IN MARAD MURDER CASE
Murder was committed in January 2002. The special Additional District Sessions Court ( Marad Cases) on Wednesday 17th March, 2010 convicted 14 accused in the killing of Thekkethodi Aboobacker, 54 in the Marad Coastal Village during the communal riots in January, 2002.
The court found all the accused guilty under section 143 ( rioting)148( rioting, armed with Weapons) 326( voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous weapons) and 153-A ( promoting enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony) of the Indian penal code (IPC)
The court examined 22 witnesses, 12 material objects and 37 documents in the case. Five persons were killed, Several persons injured and property worth crores of rupees destroyed during the riots on two days.
Prof. John Kurakar
PARAVUR SYNAGOGUE
PARAVUR SYNAGOGUE
The Paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996. The dilapidated Jewish synagogue in North paravur, Kerala. One of the oldest in India,is set for restoration. Rs63 lakh will be spent to restore it”
the date of arrival of the Jews in the Malabar coast has not been precisely established yet. Some accounts date it back to the days of king Solomon, while others place it in the I st century CE.
North paravur, a small town about 20 km north of kochi, was one of the places where the Cochin Jews, as they were collectively known, settled.
The Cochin Jews like the other Jews in India never faced any antisemitism and were an integral of part of the multi-cultural milieu. As the 10th century copperplates of Bhaskara Ravi Varman indicate, some of them even enjoyed special privileges.
The early synagogues built in Kerala are now lost and only those built after the 16th century survive. Studies state that there were eight jewish communities in Kerala and each had their own synagogues. The extant one could be found in Kochi, Ernakulam, Mala, North Paravur and Chennamangalam. The Mattancherry synagogue in Kochi is the most well known of them.
The Paravur synagogue located on the Jew street of the town was built in 1615 CE, but traditional accounts hold that it was built on the ruins of an early synagogue constructed in 1615 CE, making it the earliest. The services in the paravur synagogue continued till 1988.
The International survey of Jewish monuments (ISJM), an independent non- profit educational organization, reports that the original bimah ( an elevated wooden plat form from which the Torah is read) and the ark ( a chest or cupboard in the synagogue where the Torah scrolls are kept), were taken from paravur to Israel in 1995. Though the paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996, the structure was not well maintained. It was only last year that the Department of Archeology took possession of it.
The Jews started immigrating to Israel in 1949, after the state of Israel was formed. By 1954, most of them had moved out Kerala severally affecting the up keep of the Jewish heritage structures.
The idea to conserve Jewish heritage sites in Kerala was mooted in the 1990's and Chennamangalam synagogue was the first major site to be renovated by the Department of Archeology in 2005.
“ The restoration of Paravur synagogue which is expected to be completed in September is part of the Muziris Heritage project”
Prof. John Kurakar
The Paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996. The dilapidated Jewish synagogue in North paravur, Kerala. One of the oldest in India,is set for restoration. Rs63 lakh will be spent to restore it”
the date of arrival of the Jews in the Malabar coast has not been precisely established yet. Some accounts date it back to the days of king Solomon, while others place it in the I st century CE.
North paravur, a small town about 20 km north of kochi, was one of the places where the Cochin Jews, as they were collectively known, settled.
The Cochin Jews like the other Jews in India never faced any antisemitism and were an integral of part of the multi-cultural milieu. As the 10th century copperplates of Bhaskara Ravi Varman indicate, some of them even enjoyed special privileges.
The early synagogues built in Kerala are now lost and only those built after the 16th century survive. Studies state that there were eight jewish communities in Kerala and each had their own synagogues. The extant one could be found in Kochi, Ernakulam, Mala, North Paravur and Chennamangalam. The Mattancherry synagogue in Kochi is the most well known of them.
The Paravur synagogue located on the Jew street of the town was built in 1615 CE, but traditional accounts hold that it was built on the ruins of an early synagogue constructed in 1615 CE, making it the earliest. The services in the paravur synagogue continued till 1988.
The International survey of Jewish monuments (ISJM), an independent non- profit educational organization, reports that the original bimah ( an elevated wooden plat form from which the Torah is read) and the ark ( a chest or cupboard in the synagogue where the Torah scrolls are kept), were taken from paravur to Israel in 1995. Though the paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996, the structure was not well maintained. It was only last year that the Department of Archeology took possession of it.
The Jews started immigrating to Israel in 1949, after the state of Israel was formed. By 1954, most of them had moved out Kerala severally affecting the up keep of the Jewish heritage structures.
The idea to conserve Jewish heritage sites in Kerala was mooted in the 1990's and Chennamangalam synagogue was the first major site to be renovated by the Department of Archeology in 2005.
“ The restoration of Paravur synagogue which is expected to be completed in September is part of the Muziris Heritage project”
Prof. John Kurakar
PARAVUR SYNAGOGUE
PARAVUR SYNAGOGUE
The Paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996. The dilapidated Jewish synagogue in North paravur, Kerala. One of the oldest in India,is set for restoration. Rs63 lakh will be spent to restore it”
the date of arrival of the Jews in the Malabar coast has not been precisely established yet. Some accounts date it back to the days of king Solomon, while others place it in the I st century CE.
North paravur, a small town about 20 km north of kochi, was one of the places where the Cochin Jews, as they were collectively known, settled.
The Cochin Jews like the other Jews in India never faced any antisemitism and were an integral of part of the multi-cultural milieu. As the 10th century copperplates of Bhaskara Ravi Varman indicate, some of them even enjoyed special privileges.
The early synagogues built in Kerala are now lost and only those built after the 16th century survive. Studies state that there were eight jewish communities in Kerala and each had their own synagogues. The extant one could be found in Kochi, Ernakulam, Mala, North Paravur and Chennamangalam. The Mattancherry synagogue in Kochi is the most well known of them.
The Paravur synagogue located on the Jew street of the town was built in 1615 CE, but traditional accounts hold that it was built on the ruins of an early synagogue constructed in 1615 CE, making it the earliest. The services in the paravur synagogue continued till 1988.
The International survey of Jewish monuments (ISJM), an independent non- profit educational organization, reports that the original bimah ( an elevated wooden plat form from which the Torah is read) and the ark ( a chest or cupboard in the synagogue where the Torah scrolls are kept), were taken from paravur to Israel in 1995. Though the paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996, the structure was not well maintained. It was only last year that the Department of Archeology took possession of it.
The Jews started immigrating to Israel in 1949, after the state of Israel was formed. By 1954, most of them had moved out Kerala severally affecting the up keep of the Jewish heritage structures.
The idea to conserve Jewish heritage sites in Kerala was mooted in the 1990's and Chennamangalam synagogue was the first major site to be renovated by the Department of Archeology in 2005.
“ The restoration of Paravur synagogue which is expected to be completed in September is part of the Muziris Heritage project”
Prof. John Kurakar
The Paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996. The dilapidated Jewish synagogue in North paravur, Kerala. One of the oldest in India,is set for restoration. Rs63 lakh will be spent to restore it”
the date of arrival of the Jews in the Malabar coast has not been precisely established yet. Some accounts date it back to the days of king Solomon, while others place it in the I st century CE.
North paravur, a small town about 20 km north of kochi, was one of the places where the Cochin Jews, as they were collectively known, settled.
The Cochin Jews like the other Jews in India never faced any antisemitism and were an integral of part of the multi-cultural milieu. As the 10th century copperplates of Bhaskara Ravi Varman indicate, some of them even enjoyed special privileges.
The early synagogues built in Kerala are now lost and only those built after the 16th century survive. Studies state that there were eight jewish communities in Kerala and each had their own synagogues. The extant one could be found in Kochi, Ernakulam, Mala, North Paravur and Chennamangalam. The Mattancherry synagogue in Kochi is the most well known of them.
The Paravur synagogue located on the Jew street of the town was built in 1615 CE, but traditional accounts hold that it was built on the ruins of an early synagogue constructed in 1615 CE, making it the earliest. The services in the paravur synagogue continued till 1988.
The International survey of Jewish monuments (ISJM), an independent non- profit educational organization, reports that the original bimah ( an elevated wooden plat form from which the Torah is read) and the ark ( a chest or cupboard in the synagogue where the Torah scrolls are kept), were taken from paravur to Israel in 1995. Though the paravur synagogue was declared a protected monument in 1996, the structure was not well maintained. It was only last year that the Department of Archeology took possession of it.
The Jews started immigrating to Israel in 1949, after the state of Israel was formed. By 1954, most of them had moved out Kerala severally affecting the up keep of the Jewish heritage structures.
The idea to conserve Jewish heritage sites in Kerala was mooted in the 1990's and Chennamangalam synagogue was the first major site to be renovated by the Department of Archeology in 2005.
“ The restoration of Paravur synagogue which is expected to be completed in September is part of the Muziris Heritage project”
Prof. John Kurakar
Thursday, March 18, 2010
INDIA &RUSSIA EXTEND THEIR PARTNERSHIP IN NEW AREAS
INDIA &RUSSIA
EXTEND THEIR PARTNERSHIP IN NEW AREAS
India and Russia on Friday 12th March ,2010 sealed agreement in the defense and strategic spheres besides taking steps to extend their partnership in new areas such as energy, mining and fertilizers.
A memorandum of understanding for bilateral co operation in Russia's satellite navigation system has been agreed upon” Prime minister Manmohan Singh said in a statement shortly after concluding delegation-level talk with Putin. Dr Singh also referred to the agreement on strengthening co operation in hydrocarbons through greater collaboration between the oil gas companies of Russia and India.
India and Russia have identified information technology and telecommunication as focus areas for future economic co-operation
Prof. John Kurakar
EXTEND THEIR PARTNERSHIP IN NEW AREAS
India and Russia on Friday 12th March ,2010 sealed agreement in the defense and strategic spheres besides taking steps to extend their partnership in new areas such as energy, mining and fertilizers.
A memorandum of understanding for bilateral co operation in Russia's satellite navigation system has been agreed upon” Prime minister Manmohan Singh said in a statement shortly after concluding delegation-level talk with Putin. Dr Singh also referred to the agreement on strengthening co operation in hydrocarbons through greater collaboration between the oil gas companies of Russia and India.
India and Russia have identified information technology and telecommunication as focus areas for future economic co-operation
Prof. John Kurakar
WORLD'S FIRST GREEN LEGISLATURE BUILDING
WORLD'S FIRST
GREEN LEGISLATURE BUILDING
Prime minister Dr Manmohan singh on Saturday, 13rd March, 2010 declared open the world's first Green Legislature building, the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat complex on the Omanthoorar Government Estate in Chennai. It is new chapter in the history of Tamil Nadu's Legislature.
The Prime minister in his 15 minute address, hailed the leadership of Mr Karunadhi and said Tamil Nadu has marched forward as a model of development in the country. “It has attained new heights in rural development and agrarian transformation. Tamil Nadu is the hub of India's dynamic automobile industry. Dr Singh said” If Tamil Nadu is one of the most agriculturally ,industrially and educationally developed states, It is because of high quality of its political leadership and administrative machinery. Prime minister sad “ We need more educated people, more efficient economy, more equitable society. We also need creative people, innovative people,,The Prime minister again said' legislators were also watchdogs of public finances and they should ensure that there was no wasteful use of public money. Collectively they need to deal sternly with corruption and inefficiency in governance processes.
Ms Sonia Gandhi said the Tamil Nadu had been a model of inclusive growth and development in many respects. The state had pioneered and shown the way in different ways education, health, nutrition ,family welfare, social security and rural development.
Prof. John Kurakar
GREEN LEGISLATURE BUILDING
Prime minister Dr Manmohan singh on Saturday, 13rd March, 2010 declared open the world's first Green Legislature building, the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Secretariat complex on the Omanthoorar Government Estate in Chennai. It is new chapter in the history of Tamil Nadu's Legislature.
The Prime minister in his 15 minute address, hailed the leadership of Mr Karunadhi and said Tamil Nadu has marched forward as a model of development in the country. “It has attained new heights in rural development and agrarian transformation. Tamil Nadu is the hub of India's dynamic automobile industry. Dr Singh said” If Tamil Nadu is one of the most agriculturally ,industrially and educationally developed states, It is because of high quality of its political leadership and administrative machinery. Prime minister sad “ We need more educated people, more efficient economy, more equitable society. We also need creative people, innovative people,,The Prime minister again said' legislators were also watchdogs of public finances and they should ensure that there was no wasteful use of public money. Collectively they need to deal sternly with corruption and inefficiency in governance processes.
Ms Sonia Gandhi said the Tamil Nadu had been a model of inclusive growth and development in many respects. The state had pioneered and shown the way in different ways education, health, nutrition ,family welfare, social security and rural development.
Prof. John Kurakar
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
MOHANLAL,POOKUTTY,PROF M.S SARMA GET D. Litt
MOHANLAL,POOKUTTY,PROF M.S SARMA
GET D. Litt
Governor R.S Gavai awarded honorary doctorates to academician Prof. M.H Sarma( in absentia), actor Mohanlal and Oscar winner Resul pookutty at a special convocation of the Sree Sankarachariya University of Sanskrit held on the Kalady Campus on
Tuesday 16th March,2010. Mr Gavai said that' every branch of knowledge is enriched by Sanskrit'
Actor Mohanlal is hailed as an excellent performer the world over. He has an inborn flair for spontaneous acting. Mohanlal has essayed a rich variety of roles with equal ease and poise. Mr Gavai said in his acceptance speech Mr Mohanlal said he considered the degree a major honour. Mr pookutty said the country's tradition had always helped him redefine technology and his work. Mr M.G Mahadevan, Prof Sarma's son received the degree from the Governor.
Prof. John Kurakar
GET D. Litt
Governor R.S Gavai awarded honorary doctorates to academician Prof. M.H Sarma( in absentia), actor Mohanlal and Oscar winner Resul pookutty at a special convocation of the Sree Sankarachariya University of Sanskrit held on the Kalady Campus on
Tuesday 16th March,2010. Mr Gavai said that' every branch of knowledge is enriched by Sanskrit'
Actor Mohanlal is hailed as an excellent performer the world over. He has an inborn flair for spontaneous acting. Mohanlal has essayed a rich variety of roles with equal ease and poise. Mr Gavai said in his acceptance speech Mr Mohanlal said he considered the degree a major honour. Mr pookutty said the country's tradition had always helped him redefine technology and his work. Mr M.G Mahadevan, Prof Sarma's son received the degree from the Governor.
Prof. John Kurakar
18th ANNUAL DAY CELEBRATION OF M.T.D.M SCHOOL
18th ANNUAL DAY CELEBRATION OF
M.T.D.M SCHOOL
18th Annual Day celebration of MTDM English School, Vadacodu held on 15th March,2010 at School auditorium at 10.30 am. Mr Manoj Kumar, president Devasam Board inaugurated the celebration. Rev. Fr Sleeba K. Abraham, Principal ,St. Stephen's H.S.S, pathanapuram presided over the function. Prof John Kurakar, president,Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy,
Adv. Vimala Jacob, Mr Pramachnadra pilai were spoke on the occasion. Mr Samuel, Principal,MTDM School welcomed and Ms Jiji Reji expressed vote of thanks. Mr George kutty presented the annual report of the esteemed school. Prof. John Kurakar distributed various prizes to the students. The students community conducted various cultural pro- grammes after the general function. Hundreds of students and parents participated the annual day
Prof. John Kurakar
Monday, March 15, 2010
RETIREMENT FUNCTION OF PROF P.K VARGHESE
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Kerala Private College Teachers Association, St. Gregorious College Unit conducted the colourfull retirement function of Prof P.K Varghese held on 15th March,2010 at High Land Hotel, Kottarakara. Dr. K.c Raju, Principal inaugurated the function. Prof Varghese Panicker, President KPCTA presided over the meeting. Prof .John Kurakar, Secretary,ART, Prof Varghese John, Prof. G. Jacob were gave felicitations. Prof Joy welcommed and Prof. Raju Thomas expressed vote thanks to the chief guests and participants. Prof. P.K Varghese expressed an emotional words in his replay. The Association presented a memento to Mr P.K Varghese. Co- workers remembers Prof.P.K Varghese's contributions to the students community and college. The Association also arranged Lunch and a photo session
Prof.John Kurakar
Saturday, March 13, 2010
SUMMONS TO NARENDRA MODI
SUMMONS TO
NARENDRA MODI
The special investigation team (SIT) appointed by the Supreme Court to enquire in to the 2002 communal violence has issued summons to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to appear before it for questioning on march 21.
this is for an enquiry in pursuance of a petition submitted by Zakia Jaffrey, widow of Ehsan Jaffry, former Congress member of Parliament, who was murdered during Gulberg society riots on February 28, 2002.
Zakia Jaffrey has filed a 100 page complaint alleging conspiracy against Modi and 62 others, including his Cabinet Colleague. According to informed sources, a large number of witnesses have been examined and valuable material collected in this enquiry.
Prof. John Kurakar
NARENDRA MODI
The special investigation team (SIT) appointed by the Supreme Court to enquire in to the 2002 communal violence has issued summons to Gujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi to appear before it for questioning on march 21.
this is for an enquiry in pursuance of a petition submitted by Zakia Jaffrey, widow of Ehsan Jaffry, former Congress member of Parliament, who was murdered during Gulberg society riots on February 28, 2002.
Zakia Jaffrey has filed a 100 page complaint alleging conspiracy against Modi and 62 others, including his Cabinet Colleague. According to informed sources, a large number of witnesses have been examined and valuable material collected in this enquiry.
Prof. John Kurakar
INDIRA GANDHI CULTURAL CENTRE IN DHAKE, BANGLADESH
INDIRA GANDHI CULTURAL CENTRE
IN DHAKE, BANGLADESH
The Indira Gandhi Cultural Center of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, New Delhi, was formally inaugurated on Thursday by ICCR president Karan Singh.
Bangladesh heritage and commonalities in art, culture, Literature and Language'. The Center was aimed at promoting bilateral exchanges in these fields.
The Center, housed on two premises in the Dhanmondi and Gulshan diplomatic zones, has multipurpose hall with an exhibition gallery, a dance studio, music rooms and a yoga hall. There is also a library-cum- resource Center with over 21,000 books.
The ICCR is providing special scholarships to 100 students from Bangladesh each year to pursue graduate and post graduate studies in premier institutions in India. Thousands of deserving students have benefited by education in Music, Dance, Art, Philosophy, Engineering and Business administration.
Bangladesh Information minister said” the center would further strengthen educational and academic exchanges between the Countries.
Prof. John Kurakar
IN DHAKE, BANGLADESH
The Indira Gandhi Cultural Center of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations, New Delhi, was formally inaugurated on Thursday by ICCR president Karan Singh.
Bangladesh heritage and commonalities in art, culture, Literature and Language'. The Center was aimed at promoting bilateral exchanges in these fields.
The Center, housed on two premises in the Dhanmondi and Gulshan diplomatic zones, has multipurpose hall with an exhibition gallery, a dance studio, music rooms and a yoga hall. There is also a library-cum- resource Center with over 21,000 books.
The ICCR is providing special scholarships to 100 students from Bangladesh each year to pursue graduate and post graduate studies in premier institutions in India. Thousands of deserving students have benefited by education in Music, Dance, Art, Philosophy, Engineering and Business administration.
Bangladesh Information minister said” the center would further strengthen educational and academic exchanges between the Countries.
Prof. John Kurakar
KURAKAR TOURIST HOME INAUGURATED
KURAKAR TOURIST HOME
INAUGURATED
More than two hundred people participated the inauguration of the Kurakar Tourist Home on 7th March,2010 at Kurakar Centre. Dr N.N Murali,District Medical Officer inaugurated the tourist home.Prof John Kurakar,President Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy presided over the function.
Mr Jacob Kurakar,managing director of the tourist home welcomed the participants. Rev.O Thomas,RevFrY.SGeevarghese,Rev Fr Prof.D. Jacob, Mr BabuPonnachan,manager,State Bank of Travancore,kottarakara,Mr Jacob Mathew Kurakar,manager, state bank of Travancore, oyur,Mr K.C Mathew, manager,Federal Bank,Mr Neelaswaram Sadasivan,vice president,Kerala Kavya Kala Sahithy, MrM. Kunjachan Paruthiyara,vice president Gandheeya Nav Sakthi Sanghom,mr Sathyasheelan,Mr K.C George Kutty were spoke on the occasion. Nidhi Jacob Kurakar actively participated in the cultural programme. Nidhun Jacob Kurakar expressed vote of thanks. After the refersherment the sanghom conducted a seminar at newly inaugurated kurakar tourist home hall
Prof. John Kurakar
ACTION PANEL FORMED FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ELAYIDATHU RANI UNIVERSITY IN KOTTARAKARA
ACTION PANEL FORMED FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF ELAYIDATHU RANI UNIVERSITY IN KOTTARAKARA
A 16 member action committee has been formed for the establishment of Elayidathu Rani University, under the Gandheeya Navsaktthi Sangham.The committee was formed at a meeting held in kottarakara on 7th March,2010 at Kurakar tourist home hall for the promotion of university. More than 150 people participated in the meeting which was presided over by Prof.John Kurakar. Rev. O Thomas, a central Board High School principal, was selected as the chairman of the committee. Sathyasheelan is vice chairman.
Prof. John Kurakar
THE HURT LOCKER SWEEPS OSCAR CROWN
THE HURT LOCKER
SWEEPS OSCAR CROWN
Kathryn Bigelow who became the first woman to be awarded Best-Director. The Hurt Locker snatched up six awards in total. ’Avatar’ won three academy awards.
Kathryn Bigelow accepted the Oscar for Best Director for Hurt Locker at the 82nd Academy awards in Los Angeles on Sunday 7th March 2010.
Prof.John Kurakar
SWEEPS OSCAR CROWN
Kathryn Bigelow who became the first woman to be awarded Best-Director. The Hurt Locker snatched up six awards in total. ’Avatar’ won three academy awards.
Kathryn Bigelow accepted the Oscar for Best Director for Hurt Locker at the 82nd Academy awards in Los Angeles on Sunday 7th March 2010.
Prof.John Kurakar
RED RIBBON EXPRESS
RED RIBBON EXPRESS
Red Ribbon Express-Phase 2 flagged off by Sonia Gandhi, chair person of the united progressive alliance from new Delhi’s Safdarjung rail way station on December 1,2009 arrived in the kollam District on Thursday march 2010. Its halt is at the Karunagapally railway station.
The world’s largest social mobilization campaign against HIV/AIDS, the RRE with ten coaches, is an exhibition-cum education train that is scheduled to halt at 152 stations to spread awareness in 141 districts of the country. The train began its Kerala campaign on February 23 at Kasargod. Karunagapally is the last stop of the RRE in its Kerala Campaign. In addition to Kasargod, the RRE Campaigned at Kannur,Tirur,Palakkad,Thrissur,Aluva,Ernakulam south and Kayamkulam. It halted for two days at each station. The Kerala Campaign is co-ordinated by the Kerala State AIDS control society.
The RRE is an idea developed by the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation; the National AIDS control organization and the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan. The Campaign will promote safe behavioral practices and fight the stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV. It also aims at enhancing people’s understanding of the disease.
The train will have Doctors, volunteers, counselors and folk artistes. Two life line bases are also travelling with the train and n there these will be used to take the campaign to the interior areas of district inside the train there will be counseling facility for people.
Training on AIDS control and prevention would be imparted to people’s representatives, industrial workers, youth, government employees, representatives of parents and teachers .
The RRE campaign would be complemented through street plays and cultural programmes. Volunteers travelling in the train will travel to areas far from the station to engage in outdoor counseling.
Prof: John Kurakar
Red Ribbon Express-Phase 2 flagged off by Sonia Gandhi, chair person of the united progressive alliance from new Delhi’s Safdarjung rail way station on December 1,2009 arrived in the kollam District on Thursday march 2010. Its halt is at the Karunagapally railway station.
The world’s largest social mobilization campaign against HIV/AIDS, the RRE with ten coaches, is an exhibition-cum education train that is scheduled to halt at 152 stations to spread awareness in 141 districts of the country. The train began its Kerala campaign on February 23 at Kasargod. Karunagapally is the last stop of the RRE in its Kerala Campaign. In addition to Kasargod, the RRE Campaigned at Kannur,Tirur,Palakkad,Thrissur,Aluva,Ernakulam south and Kayamkulam. It halted for two days at each station. The Kerala Campaign is co-ordinated by the Kerala State AIDS control society.
The RRE is an idea developed by the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation; the National AIDS control organization and the Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan. The Campaign will promote safe behavioral practices and fight the stigma and discrimination against people living with HIV. It also aims at enhancing people’s understanding of the disease.
The train will have Doctors, volunteers, counselors and folk artistes. Two life line bases are also travelling with the train and n there these will be used to take the campaign to the interior areas of district inside the train there will be counseling facility for people.
Training on AIDS control and prevention would be imparted to people’s representatives, industrial workers, youth, government employees, representatives of parents and teachers .
The RRE campaign would be complemented through street plays and cultural programmes. Volunteers travelling in the train will travel to areas far from the station to engage in outdoor counseling.
Prof: John Kurakar
Thursday, March 11, 2010
RAJYA SABHA PASSES WOMEN'S RESERVATION BILL
RAJYA SABHA PASSES
WOMEN'S RESERVATION BILL
The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, 9th march, 2010 took “ a historic step by voting (191 for and 1 against) to amend the constitution, providing one third reservation of seats in parliament and state Assemblies for women.
The House recorded its vote at 7.25 pm, with almost the entire House supporting the Bill.
The Bill has to be passed by Lok Sabha and ratified by 50 percent of the state before it comes in to effect. While the passage of the Bill was smooth the process itself started on a stormy note. Marshals ringed the chair and the official table target of attacks by dissenting members- four from Samajwadi party (SP) and one each of the Janata Dal( United) Rashtrya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Lok Jana shakti party(LJP) who were physically evicted. Earlier the House voted to suspend them for the remaining session for their behavior on Monday 8th march.
The Bahujan Samaj Party walked out before voting, disagreeing with current Bill, While SP and RJD members went out after discussions demanding revocation of their party colleagues suspension.
The opposition criticised the floor management in the last two days that led to frequent disruptions. Dr Manmohan Singh, intervened twice. He recalling the contribution made by the Late CPI leader, Geeta Mukherjee, who headed the parliamentary committee that studied the first version of the Bill in 1996, he described the current development as” momentous in the long journey in the empowerment of women that would allow the country realize the full potential and social and economic development” He said” It is a historic step, a giant step.
Initiating the debate, leader of the opposition Mr Arun Jaitly said one third reservation was the best option and it was proven in Pakistan, Afghanistan and Rwanda where the percentage of women representation was greater compared to advanced countries, which either had a list system or fixed quotas for parties to allocate seats. Jayanti Natarajan, who heads the parliamentary committee that scrutinized the Bill, said no other party had either the courage or political will to push this legislation which was a step forward to the move by Rajive Gandhi, who reserved one third seats in panchyats and local bodies for women.
Brinda Karat (CPI-M) said experience of panchayats and local bodies showed that women had worked for the uplift of the village and community. The tendency of proxy politics was a reflection of the male- domination in society.
March 9, 2010 will remain a historic day for our Parliamentary democracy. The Rajya Sabha has convincingly voted for the women's Reservation Bill providing 33 percent reservation to women in parliament and the state legislation Assemblies. Equal credit goes to the BJP and the Left Parties. With out their support and co operation, the congress could not have passed the Bill. All women who deserved to get elected have been well accepted and promoted to top posts as well. The need of the hour is social, educational and economic empowerment of women. All leaders talk about the need to empower women.
Unprecedented scenes are quite common in Indian parliament. What a razzle- dazzle, political parties always say that they respect women and encourage them. But on Monday they were even attacking the Rajya Sabha chairman. Thus Indian democracy lost a wonderful opportunity to pass the historic women's Bill. It was tragic that on the centenary of international Women's Day our MP's failed to recognize the event. The international community celebrated the occasion by choosing Kathrine Bigelow as the best director of her movie “ The Hurt Locker” She is the first women to have won the Golden Knight in the History of Oscar awards. At least, the Oscar award selection committee brought credit to women on the international women's Day.
The Prime minister maintained that the' near unanimity' between the government and the opposition reached on the Bill was a living proof that heart of the Indian democracy was sound and in right place. The Prime minister also thanked leaders of the opposition parties for their support.
Sonia Gandhi asked Lalu Prasad' Whether his wife Rabri Devi, who was the chief minister of Bihar and his seven daughter would support him on this issue?' should I ring up Rabri Devi to know her view on the Bill . Him. To this Lalu just laughed in replay.Sonia Gandhi asked.
Sonia again asked Mulayam singh yadav and Lalu Prasad” The opposition bench particularly the BJP for their support and co-operation. If they co-operate, why can't you? Sonia said that he government had never thought of backing out from its move.
Credit for this Bill must be given primarily to congress president Sonia Gandhi, whose unequivocal advocacy of bill helped quell the misgiving with in a section of its male leadership, as well as Prime minister Manmohan singh. But the applause must also go to the Bharatiya Janta party and the left, which put the politics of oppositionism aside to help the government pass the 108th constitutional amendment in the upper house on Tuesday 9th march 2010.
Prof. John Kurakar
MISSING GIRLS IN EAST ASIA UNDP-REPORT
MISSING GIRLS IN EAST ASIA
UNDP-REPORT
In East Asia- more boys are born than girls. Women die from health and nutrition neglect- is growing in the Asia Pacific. Birth gender disparity is greatest in East Asia, Where 119 boys are born for every 100 girls. A report brought out by the united nations development programme to mark the International Women's Day.
One-tenth of women in the region report being assaulted by their partners, and a majority of women who do work up to 85 percent of south Asia's working women- are engaged in unstable low-end work in the informal economy. Few women hold property. Although women predominate in agriculture, they head only 7 percent of farms compared to 20 percent in most other region of the world..
The region is far behind where it could be on basic issues such as protecting women from violence,upholding entitlements to property- even allowing people to divorce in an informed and reasonable way.
Few countries have adopted or implemented laws prohibiting violence against women, despite widespread evidence of discrimination and assault. Nearly half of the countries in south Asia, and more than 60 percent of those in the pacific, have no laws against domestic violence. Nor are there many provisions against sexual harassment in work places, though 30-40 percent experiencing verbal, physical or sexual abuse.
Prof. John Kurakar
UNDP-REPORT
In East Asia- more boys are born than girls. Women die from health and nutrition neglect- is growing in the Asia Pacific. Birth gender disparity is greatest in East Asia, Where 119 boys are born for every 100 girls. A report brought out by the united nations development programme to mark the International Women's Day.
One-tenth of women in the region report being assaulted by their partners, and a majority of women who do work up to 85 percent of south Asia's working women- are engaged in unstable low-end work in the informal economy. Few women hold property. Although women predominate in agriculture, they head only 7 percent of farms compared to 20 percent in most other region of the world..
The region is far behind where it could be on basic issues such as protecting women from violence,upholding entitlements to property- even allowing people to divorce in an informed and reasonable way.
Few countries have adopted or implemented laws prohibiting violence against women, despite widespread evidence of discrimination and assault. Nearly half of the countries in south Asia, and more than 60 percent of those in the pacific, have no laws against domestic violence. Nor are there many provisions against sexual harassment in work places, though 30-40 percent experiencing verbal, physical or sexual abuse.
Prof. John Kurakar
ELECTRICITY
ELECTRICITY
Electricity is one of the most important blessings that science has given to mankind. It has also become a part of modern life and one cannot think of a world with out it. Electricity has many uses in our day to day life. It is used for lighting rooms working fans and domestic appliances like using electric stoves, A/C and motor. All these provide comfort to people. In factories, large machines are worked with the help of electricity. Essential items like food, cloth, paper and many other things are the product of electricity.
Modern means of transportation and communication have been revolutionized by it. Electric trains and battery cars are quick means of travel. Electricity also provides means of amusement, radio, television and cinema, which are the most popular forms of entertainment are the result of electricity. Modern equipment like computers and robots have also been developed because of electricity. Electricity plays a pivotal role in the fields of medicines and surgery too- such as x-ray, ECG. The use of electricity is increasing day by day
Prof. John Kurakar
USE LATEST TECHNOLOGY IN AUTISM
USE LATEST TECHNOLOGY
IN AUTISM
The former president of India Dr APJ Abdul kalam urged researchers to focus on isolating the main caused of autism and spectrum disorders using the latest diagnostic technologies. Identifying the genetic and environmental factors that cause autism is the key to imparting proper training to children with special needs. The study of the brain structure could be done more efficiently with advanced diagnostic facilities. In addition environmental factors- such as the impact of joint/ nuclear family on autism must also be studied.
“ Mapping the brain structure of some one with autism will also provide opportunities to diagnose the condition better and fashion better treatment and training methodologies. Special psychological package based on evidence from the research and experimental learning of mothers, teacher and care givers could be evolved to train children.
Any disorder in the human faculty leads to greater dependence on others and consequently the lowering of self esteem. There is a need to infuse a sense of equality in to the life of these children, and the way to do that would be to focus on early diagnosis engage them. Technology, mathematical simulation and bio-engineering to work towards optimally involving a child with special needs.
While there have been heartening signs of improvement in levels of awareness. It is clearly insufficient. India has simply not done enough to respond to the needs of all children, especially children with special needs. The Right to Education Act makes punishable by law any attempt to deny children with disabilities admission in schools. But there is a big gap between the law on paper and its practice. We must have a vision of the organizations to provide holistic care for children with special needs.
Prof John Kurakar
IN AUTISM
The former president of India Dr APJ Abdul kalam urged researchers to focus on isolating the main caused of autism and spectrum disorders using the latest diagnostic technologies. Identifying the genetic and environmental factors that cause autism is the key to imparting proper training to children with special needs. The study of the brain structure could be done more efficiently with advanced diagnostic facilities. In addition environmental factors- such as the impact of joint/ nuclear family on autism must also be studied.
“ Mapping the brain structure of some one with autism will also provide opportunities to diagnose the condition better and fashion better treatment and training methodologies. Special psychological package based on evidence from the research and experimental learning of mothers, teacher and care givers could be evolved to train children.
Any disorder in the human faculty leads to greater dependence on others and consequently the lowering of self esteem. There is a need to infuse a sense of equality in to the life of these children, and the way to do that would be to focus on early diagnosis engage them. Technology, mathematical simulation and bio-engineering to work towards optimally involving a child with special needs.
While there have been heartening signs of improvement in levels of awareness. It is clearly insufficient. India has simply not done enough to respond to the needs of all children, especially children with special needs. The Right to Education Act makes punishable by law any attempt to deny children with disabilities admission in schools. But there is a big gap between the law on paper and its practice. We must have a vision of the organizations to provide holistic care for children with special needs.
Prof John Kurakar
Friday, March 5, 2010
INDIA AND SAUDIARABIA
INDIA AND SAUDIARABIA
India and Saudi Arabia have decided to raise their cooperation tostrategic partnership covering security,economic,defence and political areas.
Prime minister Manmohan singhs recent visit to the oil rich Kingdom was highly successful.The most important outcome was the signing of the historic Riyadh Declaration by the Prime minister and King Abdulla, in which the two countries decided to raise co-operation to a strategic partnerships.
In particular,both leaders emphasised the importance of strengthening the strategic energy partnership. The two leaders condemned the phenomenon of terrorism, extremism and violence affirming that it was global and thretened all societies not linked to any race,colour or belief.They said the interrnational community must resolutely combat terrorism.The two countries agreed to enhance co-operation in exchange of information as terrorrist activities, money launderig,narcities and armsand human trafficking and to develop joint strategies to combat these threats.
Prof.John Kurakar
CANDIAN UNIVERSITIES
CANDIAN UNIVERSITIES
PLANNING COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMES
WITH INDIAN UNIVERSITIES
Many universities in Canada were looking forward to launching collaborative education programmes with Indian universities. India's vibrant economy and the steady economic progress of the country are now attracting students from foreign universities for collaborative programmes, projects and field trips to India. Students of development studies, humanities and social sciences, science and technical students were also opting India for doing projects and internships.
This is new trend that the Indian community in Canada. Not just students but Indian expatriates are also now looking home ward for collaborative ventures, starting new businesses, pursui9ng their interests or just retiring to their home country. The presence of Indian artists and personalities in the cultural and social realms of Canada is very strong. The exchange between the two countries will peak in 2011 when we celebrate the festival of Indian in Canada.
Prof John Kurakar
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
BAHRAIN JOURNEY
BAHRAIN JOURNEY
The Bahrain Journey was started from Thiruvananthapuram Air port on 16th February 2010. Flight was Emirate Airline ( No 523 ) Time was 4.30 pm. We reached in Dubai Airport at 7.05 am. After one hour we get a emirate link flight No 837 at 8.30 am and reached Bahrain Airport 845 (Bahrain Time) .We get warm reception in Air port by members of Bahrain Chapter. They arranged Boarding and Lodging at WinsorTower Hotel, Room No 502.Mr AnilVarghese, president Bahrain Chapter, Mr Manoharan, Mr Mathai Chacko, Mr Kannan, Mr Riju Kurakar and Mr Ajith Varghese were visited our tourist home on 17th Feb: 2010.
The first day we visited Bahrain& Saudi Arabia Border, Mr Anil Varghese , president, Bahrain Chapter accompanied. The Chapter arranged lunch at Kalpaka Hotel and supper at central Coffee at Manama.
2nd day 18th February, we visited University of Science and Technology and Bahrain University, Kannan's Office, Transport Company, Anil Varghese's Office, oil well, Bahrain petroleum Refinery, Bahrain international circuit center and Life tree. Life Tree was one of the important and wonderful seen in Bahrain- and old big tree in the desert. Thousands of tourists from all over the world attracted and fascinated by the Life tree. Lunch was at Kalpaka.
St. Gregorios College Alumni Bahrain Chapter inaugurated
St. Gregorios college Bahrain chapter inaugurated on 18th February 2010 at south park old malayali samajam Hall. Indian Ambassdor Dr George Joseph inaugurated the ceremony. Prof John Kurakar and Prof John Kutty were the Guests. Sri Anil Varghese presided over the function. Mr Rajesh S. Pilai, John Iype, Johnson Bay, Mathai Pappachan were spoke on the occasion. The chapter arranged some cultural programmes like group dance, group song, skit, drama and kavya mela supper was arranged there at 10 pm.
3rd day, 19th February we went to the Bahrain Orthodox church and attended the Holy Qurbana. After the prayer we met Rev. Saji Mathew Thannimoottil, vicar of the church and participated a meeting there. 11 am we visited Mathai chako's house, Sabu Oommen's house, Baby Oommens's house, Satheesh Chandran's house, Aniyan Babu's house and George Oommens's house
4th day morning Mr Gigi john and his family visited. 10 am we visited Delmon fort, Bahrain Museum, Mereena Beach, Assiri Beach , City centre Chartered accountant Mr Charls Itty accompanied. Luch was arranged by Charles at Arabian food mall. 3Pm we visited children's park, Bahrain Malayalam Samajam. Mr Riju Kurakar and Ajith varghese were accompanied. 8 pm an executive committee meeting was arranged at Anil Varghese's house. 15 members participated Prof John Kurakar and Prof. JohnKutty were actively participated. Mr Anil Varghese presided.
5th day, 21st February , we visited some shopping centers and Ajith varghese's office. We met there Mrs Jinu Thomas, former student . Lunch was arranged Mr Ajith Varghese at South park Hotel. 2 pm we visited Kottapuram Benny's office, Sacred Heart Church, Mr Prasad Kuriyans house, Alex Oommen's house, Ancy's house and Sabu Oommens's house. Supper was arranged at Sabu John's house. 10 pm we reached our room Mr Manoharan, Kannan, Riju Kurakar and Jijo were help for packing luggage.
22nd February 7 am Mr Anil Varghese and Mr Kannan were came our room we packed every thing for return trip .They were accompanied from Hotel to Bahrain Airport. 9 50 am Emirates flight No 838 we started our return trip and reached Dubai at 12.10 pm more than eight hour we spend at Dubai Airport. 9.10 pm we started from Dubai through Emirate flight 522 and reached Thiruvananthapuram at 2.30 am on 23 rd
The Bahrain journey was memorable and unforgettable. We are thankful to the members of the Alumni Association Bahrain Chapter and Mr Anil Varghese, president of the Bahrain chapter for dedicated service and intimate help.
John Kurakar
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
THOUSANDS OFFER PONGALA(2010)
THOUSANDS OFFER PONGALA(2010)
Tens of thousands of women offered pongala at the Attukal Bhagavathy temple on Sunday 28th February 2010, making the climate of the annual festival. The Attukal Pongala, recognized by the Guinness Book of world Records as the largest congregation of women in the world.. Thousands of women devotees spread across 22 municipal wards in the city lit the small hearths they had sept up on road sides and in houses to cook rise and jaggery which is offered to the presiding deity of ancient temple.
The flame from the sacred hearth inside the temple precincts was passed on quickly to several directions. By evening hundreds of priests fanned out across the city to consecrate the devotee's pongala by sprinkling holy water on the offering.
The annual pongala festival at the Attukal Bhagavathy temple billed as the largest congregation of women in the world, has always fascinated foreigners. Mrs Cary, professor of economics in Cornell university said that “ It is fascinating of this type so far” we have heard about the festival from friends and we wanted to witness it with our naked eyes. It is an atmosphere of good will. It is heartening to see women coming together and offering the rituals and men extending all support to them” Pongala as lively festival. It's very rare to see festival just for women. I have never seen such a festival and there is nothing to compare”
Marga wrobel from Germany said” I think it is a very sweet legend you have behind pongala, about calming an angry goddess by offering her sweet meal. It is really amazing. I mean so many women coming together to offer a meal for goddess is something very unique. I think this is amazing and spiritual at the same time. The women here are very determined and empowered. There is also a sense of togetherness” It was an unforgettable experience.
Residents association, voluntary agencies,political outfits and social and cultural organizations view with one another to give free food and drinks to the thousands of devotes who offered pongala to the presiding deity of the Attukal Bhagavathy temple. Many households and organizations donated rice, vegetables and other materials to prepare food for the devotees. Some commercial establishments contributed gas cylinders and vessels. Sri K.J Yesudas play back singer, inaugurated the Annadanam at the Attukal temple.
Prof John Kurakar
KABUL ATTACK
KABUL ATTACK
In yet another attack on Indian's in Afghanistan, the Thaliban on Friday 26th February 2010 targeted hotels, killing six Indian's associated with development work in the country, including two major rank Army officers. At least 10 others including five Indian Army officers were injured in a co ordinated strike that killed 11 others, including locals and nationals from other countries, were injured in a co ordinated strike that killed 11 others, including locals and nationals from other countries.
The bombers believed to be three in number,struck at the guest houses,particularly the park Residence, rented out by the Indian Embassy for its staffers and those linked to India's development work in Afghanistan.
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack in Telephone calls made to some foreign new service. The terrorists targeted those Indian's who were engaged in helping Afghan people and building partnership between the two countries. India strongly condemned terrorist attacks in Kabul that killed six Indian's and 11 others. Prime minister Manmohan singh said the Indians were on a mission of good will and friendship to construct a peaceful and democratic Afghanistan.
External affairs minister S.M Krishna noted that this was the third attack on Indian officials in Afghanistan in the past 20 months. Vice president Hamid Ansari also strongly condemned the terrorists attack. He said the entire nation mourned their death and valued their services and contribution to the nation. Prime Minister Manmohan singh urges Karzai to protect Indians. In a telephonic conversation with Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai, Dr Singh appreciated the timely medical assistance to those injured in the blast and requested him to ensure full protection of Indians working there on humanitarian projects. Mr Karzai had called up Dr Singh to express his condolences on the death of Indian nationals in the attacks in Kabul.
In the wake of bomb blasts in Kabul, India has sent a team of investigations to the Afghan Capital National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon will pay a visit there on march 5, 2010 to discuss the security of Indians in Afghanistan. Afghanistan has set up a five member team to investigate the incident.
Mr Menon is expected to meet president Hamid Karzai and other top Afghan leaders.
Prof. John Kurakar
In yet another attack on Indian's in Afghanistan, the Thaliban on Friday 26th February 2010 targeted hotels, killing six Indian's associated with development work in the country, including two major rank Army officers. At least 10 others including five Indian Army officers were injured in a co ordinated strike that killed 11 others, including locals and nationals from other countries, were injured in a co ordinated strike that killed 11 others, including locals and nationals from other countries.
The bombers believed to be three in number,struck at the guest houses,particularly the park Residence, rented out by the Indian Embassy for its staffers and those linked to India's development work in Afghanistan.
The Taliban claimed responsibility for the attack in Telephone calls made to some foreign new service. The terrorists targeted those Indian's who were engaged in helping Afghan people and building partnership between the two countries. India strongly condemned terrorist attacks in Kabul that killed six Indian's and 11 others. Prime minister Manmohan singh said the Indians were on a mission of good will and friendship to construct a peaceful and democratic Afghanistan.
External affairs minister S.M Krishna noted that this was the third attack on Indian officials in Afghanistan in the past 20 months. Vice president Hamid Ansari also strongly condemned the terrorists attack. He said the entire nation mourned their death and valued their services and contribution to the nation. Prime Minister Manmohan singh urges Karzai to protect Indians. In a telephonic conversation with Afghanistan president Hamid Karzai, Dr Singh appreciated the timely medical assistance to those injured in the blast and requested him to ensure full protection of Indians working there on humanitarian projects. Mr Karzai had called up Dr Singh to express his condolences on the death of Indian nationals in the attacks in Kabul.
In the wake of bomb blasts in Kabul, India has sent a team of investigations to the Afghan Capital National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon will pay a visit there on march 5, 2010 to discuss the security of Indians in Afghanistan. Afghanistan has set up a five member team to investigate the incident.
Mr Menon is expected to meet president Hamid Karzai and other top Afghan leaders.
Prof. John Kurakar
WORLD RECORD
Sachin tendulkar
WORLD RECORD
Sachin Tendulkar became the first man to score a double century in one day Internationals. The great man's unbeaten off 147 balls helped defeat soth Africa by 153 runs in the second ODI at Gwalior on Wednesday 24th February 2010,and gae the host an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series. Tendulkar's innings surpassed the previous record for the highest score in ODIS-194, which was set by Pakistan's Saeed Anwar in 1997 and equaled by Zimbabwe's Charles Coventry in 2009.
Prof John Kurakar
Monday, March 1, 2010
TRIBUTE TO GIREESH PUTHENCHERY
TRIBUTE TO GIREESH PUTHENCHERY
Lyricist Gireesh puthenchery died of brain hemorrhage at a private hospital on Wednesday 10th night,2010. He was 49. Gireesh who has won the state award for the best lyricist on seven occasions,had written for about 400 films. Kerala people on Thursday 11th Feb 2010 bid a tearful fare well to one of its most famous sons. Gireesh puthencherry, the prolific lyricist who died at the age of 48 on Wednesday night. Thousands flocked to the town Hall where the body was kept for public to pay their last respects. Among them were his colleagues from Malayalam cinema.
Prof: John Kurakar
Lyricist Gireesh puthenchery died of brain hemorrhage at a private hospital on Wednesday 10th night,2010. He was 49. Gireesh who has won the state award for the best lyricist on seven occasions,had written for about 400 films. Kerala people on Thursday 11th Feb 2010 bid a tearful fare well to one of its most famous sons. Gireesh puthencherry, the prolific lyricist who died at the age of 48 on Wednesday night. Thousands flocked to the town Hall where the body was kept for public to pay their last respects. Among them were his colleagues from Malayalam cinema.
Prof: John Kurakar
TRIBUTE TO KOCHIN HANEEFA
TRIBUTE TO KOCHIN HANEEFA
The departure of Kochin Haneefa is like the suden and unexpected exit of a character in the middle of a play. As a noted actor, director a ceneartist and producer, he was very active both in Malayalam and Tamil film industries for more than three decades.
In his own words” I played several roles in life: actor, writer, scenarist,director and politician. But I loved acting above all.I appear before you, changing through time and your tastes.
Kochin Haneefa was many things at the same time. Though he was one of the first products of Kalabhavan to enter films, his acting was not defined by the 'mimicry. He entered film playing villain roles, but ended up as a comedian. And even when he shifted to comedy in Malayalam, he was an acclaimed villain in Tamil films.
Even as a college student Haneefa had made his mark as an actor, and like many others he too was lured by cinema and went to chennai to pursue his dreams. His acting debut was in Azhimukham in 1972 as boat man.
The second turning point in his career was 'Kireedom( Sibi Malayil) 1989 in which he played the role of a village ruffian who is a coward. This role that combined the villain and comedian.
He was a noted actor in
Tamil also, though his acting career spanned more than three decades from Azhimukham 1972 to Body guard (2010) and he made notable contributions in various fields.
Prof; John Kurakar
The departure of Kochin Haneefa is like the suden and unexpected exit of a character in the middle of a play. As a noted actor, director a ceneartist and producer, he was very active both in Malayalam and Tamil film industries for more than three decades.
In his own words” I played several roles in life: actor, writer, scenarist,director and politician. But I loved acting above all.I appear before you, changing through time and your tastes.
Kochin Haneefa was many things at the same time. Though he was one of the first products of Kalabhavan to enter films, his acting was not defined by the 'mimicry. He entered film playing villain roles, but ended up as a comedian. And even when he shifted to comedy in Malayalam, he was an acclaimed villain in Tamil films.
Even as a college student Haneefa had made his mark as an actor, and like many others he too was lured by cinema and went to chennai to pursue his dreams. His acting debut was in Azhimukham in 1972 as boat man.
The second turning point in his career was 'Kireedom( Sibi Malayil) 1989 in which he played the role of a village ruffian who is a coward. This role that combined the villain and comedian.
He was a noted actor in
Tamil also, though his acting career spanned more than three decades from Azhimukham 1972 to Body guard (2010) and he made notable contributions in various fields.
Prof; John Kurakar
TRIBUTE TO DR RAJ
TRIBUTE TO DR RAJ
Noted economist Dr. K.N Raj died at hospital on Wednesday 10th February 2010. The leaders from diverse walks of life have hailed the immense contribution made by noted economist and institution builder Dr K.N Raj.
Dr Raj as one who was instrumental in establishing the planning commission in 1950 and laying the economic foundation of the country,The Governor said” he was shocked and saddened by the passing away of the veteran economist.
Besides being the vice chancellor of Delhi University and a member of the prime Minister's economic advisory council, he had founded the center for development studies in Thiruvananthanpurm. With his death, Indian planning Department has lost. Dr Raj was always keen that the fruits of economic planning should reach the poor and said his death was an irreparable loss to the nation.
K.N Raj, widely respected development economist and teacher and one of the architects of the Indian Plan edifice passed away on Wednesday 10th February,2010. He was 85. Dr Raj who was the economic advisor of prime minister's from Jawahal Nehru to P.V Narasimha Rao and set the pace of India's economic growth story from the first five year plan- had been for some. He was admitted to a private hospital on Saturday with fever and breathing troubles and died following a cardiac arrest.
In keeping with his wishes,his eyes were donated. Born in Thrissur on may 13, 1924. Dr Raj became a student of Harold Laski at London School of Economics. One of the fellow students being the former president K.K Naryanan.
He joined the planning Commission at the age of 26 and quit to became a professor of Economics at Delhi University. Dr Raj went on to became vice Chancellor of Delhi University, a position he left after being disgusted with the rise of communal politics in the campus.
Dr Raj's contribution in various capacities would be remembered for long. He was one of the guiding lights of the Indian Planning process. His contribution as an economist and teacher would be remembered for ever. “ at the young age of 27, he was invited by the then prime minister Pandit Nehru to help draft India's first five year plan” Dr Raj was also a fine human being. He devoted his life to serving the country and the cause of social justice. Dr. K.N Raj was a brilliant economist, institution – builder, excellent teacher, resourceful guide and friendly colleague with profound personal integrity. He inspired generations of young economists.
Prof John Kurakar
Noted economist Dr. K.N Raj died at hospital on Wednesday 10th February 2010. The leaders from diverse walks of life have hailed the immense contribution made by noted economist and institution builder Dr K.N Raj.
Dr Raj as one who was instrumental in establishing the planning commission in 1950 and laying the economic foundation of the country,The Governor said” he was shocked and saddened by the passing away of the veteran economist.
Besides being the vice chancellor of Delhi University and a member of the prime Minister's economic advisory council, he had founded the center for development studies in Thiruvananthanpurm. With his death, Indian planning Department has lost. Dr Raj was always keen that the fruits of economic planning should reach the poor and said his death was an irreparable loss to the nation.
K.N Raj, widely respected development economist and teacher and one of the architects of the Indian Plan edifice passed away on Wednesday 10th February,2010. He was 85. Dr Raj who was the economic advisor of prime minister's from Jawahal Nehru to P.V Narasimha Rao and set the pace of India's economic growth story from the first five year plan- had been for some. He was admitted to a private hospital on Saturday with fever and breathing troubles and died following a cardiac arrest.
In keeping with his wishes,his eyes were donated. Born in Thrissur on may 13, 1924. Dr Raj became a student of Harold Laski at London School of Economics. One of the fellow students being the former president K.K Naryanan.
He joined the planning Commission at the age of 26 and quit to became a professor of Economics at Delhi University. Dr Raj went on to became vice Chancellor of Delhi University, a position he left after being disgusted with the rise of communal politics in the campus.
Dr Raj's contribution in various capacities would be remembered for long. He was one of the guiding lights of the Indian Planning process. His contribution as an economist and teacher would be remembered for ever. “ at the young age of 27, he was invited by the then prime minister Pandit Nehru to help draft India's first five year plan” Dr Raj was also a fine human being. He devoted his life to serving the country and the cause of social justice. Dr. K.N Raj was a brilliant economist, institution – builder, excellent teacher, resourceful guide and friendly colleague with profound personal integrity. He inspired generations of young economists.
Prof John Kurakar
BAHRAIN ORTHODOX CHURCH
BAHRAIN ORTHODOX CHURCH
Bahrain St. Mary's is the first parish of the orthodox church in the Gulf Region. The influx of Syrian Christians of Kerala in to Island of Bahrain started in the early fortes. Most of them as employees in private concerns. In main place of worship for the early Christians was American Mission church. In 1938 July, ver. Rev T.S Abraham Cor -Episcopa celebrated Holy Qurbana first time in Bahrain at Majlis of American Mission Church All the Malayalees were the member of this congregation. Friday weekly evening prayer meetings and the occasional visit and services of religious leaders from mother church were inspiring and well attracted by all the members of the congregation.
Due to the increased population of Malankara orthodox members on the Island, with the inspiration of Rev M.V Geroge a separate prayer group of orthodox members fprmed in the year 1959. As the strength of the members has grown up from 200 to more than 1000, the need of a bigger place. The late H.H Amir Sheikh Isa bin Khalifa since its earlier days who donated the land for construction of church building.
So the long cherished ambition of the orthodox community in Bahrain was turned to another phase by laying down the foundation stone on 2nd November 2001 Diocesan metropolitan Geevarghese Mar Coorilose,in the presence of Most Rev George Cary, Archbishop of Canterbury laid the foundation stone, which was blessed by Catholicose of the East and Malankara Metropolitan Baselios Marthoma Mathew II. At present St. Mary's orthodox church in the Kingdom of Bahrain is an epitome of service to the needy in aspects as an oasis at Arabian deserts with membership of more than 1400 subscribed members. It consists of more than 5000 members .
Prof; John Kurakar
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