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Residents form human chain to highlight civic issues
Virugambakkam Residential Welfare Association organised a human chain at Koyambedu on Jawaharlal Nehru 100 Feet Road, to highlight the civic problems and long pending problems such as traffic, sewage etc and to draw the attention of Corporation officers and chief minister for a permanent solution to their p r o b l e m s . S . Arumainathan, president of the Association Human has initiated the human chain. K.Mullaivanam, secretary of the Association welcomed the chief guest and gathering. A.K.Venkatasubramanian, former secretary to Central Government inaugurated the Human Chain. He said that the area from Arcot Road to Poonamalli Road (covering the pin codes 600 087,600 092, 600 093 and 600 107) has 400 streets and has a population of one lakh.
The organizers of the human chain said that a large number of memorandums have already been submitted to the concerned authorities and letters has been send to the Chief Minister. It is the lack of response from the officials that have angered the residents. The organizers said that they are planning a three stage action to highlight the burning issues of Virugambakkam area. About 350 residents of different areas of Virugambakkam participated in human chain. The organizers said that as the second stage action, they would hold play cards, detailing the demands and the action to be taken by government to solve the problems. They also said that if the government do not initiate any action, the residents of Viruggambakkam area will conduct a fast in a massive
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The seventh CavinKare Ability Awards were presented at a grand event held at Sri Mutha Ve n k a t a s u b b a R a o Concert Hall, last Sunday. The CavinKare Ability awards are an initiative to make the general public aware of the potential of people with disabilities, paving the way for an inclusive society. There are two categories of awards. The CavinKare Ability Award for Eminence, was presented Javed Ahmed Ta k , f r o m A n a n t n a g , Jammu & Kashmir who became paraplegic after a result of a militant attack, Mr. Tak not only over came personal trauma but also established his own organisation that caters to needs of people with all disabilities. Mt. Tak received a trophy, citation and a cash prize of Rs. 2 lakhs.
The CavinKare Ability Mastery Awards were given to three persons who have excelled in their field of choice. This year the recipients of the Mastery Awards were Nityananda D a s ( B h u b a n e s h w a r, Orissa) - an amputee who excels in dance, living his dream; Rajiv Rajan (Chennai, Tamilnadu)- a disability activist with cerebral palsy and Sai Prasad Vishwanathan (Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh)- who holds a full research fellowship from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, USA and been a sky diver as well‌ living life to the fullest in every sense. Each of the achievers received a memento, a citation and cash prize of Rs.1 lakh. This time, the event included an amazing inclusive fashion show. Choreographed by Sunil
Menon, this unique fashion event showcased designer collections of Gabbana, Neesha and Raji. The dignitaries who graced the occasion included Mohini Giri, chairperson, Guild of Service, Radhamohan, awardwinning director, N.Murali, managing director, The H i n d u , D r . V . Krishnamurthy, chairman, National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council and N. Ram, editor-inchief, The Hindu. Present amongst them were C. K. Ranganathan, CMD, CavinKare Pvt Ltd., and Jayshree Raveendran, executive director, Ability Foundation. The eminent jury who selected this years' recipients were Mohini Giri, N. Murali, actress Revathy, Radhamohan, and the 'Mozart of Madras', A.R. Rahman.
World Glaucoma Day observed
Sankara Netralaya organised an awareness meeting in its premises on the occasion of world glaucoma day. Dr.Supriya and Dr.Adithyan detailed the causes of glaucoma and its seriousness in Tamil and English languages through an audio-.video presentation. They explained that glaucoma affects the eye nerve and may or may not be associated with an increased eye pressure. Only a comprehensive eye examination including eye pressure check, examination of angle of the
eye, eye nerve examination and if needed, checking the peripheral vision is key to detect glaucoma, for which any one above 35 years of age should have their eyes checked routinely by an eye specialist, informed the doctors. An interactive session between the audience and doctors were organised. Mr. Krishnamoorthy, a 74year-old patient shared his views about the glaucoma treatment and care taken by Sankara Nethralaya. He added that he was glaucoma patient for two decades and after laser
treatment and surgery, he is normal. Dr.V.Santha, deputy director of Glaucoma department conveyed that the department was commenced three decades back and annually treats 4500 cases. Dr.L.Vijaya, director of the department thanked the gathering and doctors for making the awareness meeting a grand success. Those who are interested to know more about glaucoma, can contact Sankara Nethralaya on 28271616 for more details.
Gayathri Homam today Gayathri Homam will be performed on March 29 at Sankaramatam, West Mambalam. The Homam will start at 9.00 a.m. and
poornahoodi will be at around 11.30a.m. Another Gayathri Homam is being performed on March 22 at Sakthi V i n a y a k a r Te m p l e ,
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K O L LY W O O D Kanden Kadhalai shooting starts A rare feat by the veteran actor
The pooja of the Kanden Kadhalai was held at the famous Pillaiyar Kovil in AVM studios. The shooting will take place in Chennai, Jolarpet Railway Station, Theni and Ooty. Bharath, Tamannaah and Munna are the main actors and they were present on the occasion. Kannan, of Jayam Kondan is directing the film. G.Dhanajayan,
COO of Moserbaer Entertainment, Mani Ratnam, director Kannan's mentor, directors Priya, Radha Mohan, Sasi, p r o d u c e r s Kalaipuli.S.Thanu and Thennapan were the guests who were present on the occasion. The function started with an audio-visual presentation of what KK is
about. It had scenes and songs from the original Jab We Met (JWM) along with stills from KK. Bharath said that he would try to live up to the expectations the role demands. He said that the film revolves around the heroine, Tamannaah who he said would do it with ease.
Alaiyodu Vilayadu audio launched
Actor Sivakumar is a writer and painter is known to everyone. Now the actor is unfolding another facet of his talent, this time showcasing his oratorical skills. The actor gave a speech
for more than two hours after mastering 100 verses of Kambha Ramayana recently. The event took place in Thindal, Erode and was attended by almost 5000 people.
The same would be made available on a DVD format and would also be telecast on a TV channel. Sivakumar also released his book Kamban En Kadhalan on which his speech was based at the occasion. Sivakumar said that Kambha Ramayana is a rich epic. “It is told by scholars over 10- days or more by them. But not many could make it to hear it,� he said. He said that he want to create an interest in the minds of the younger generation. As youngsters don't have the time to attend such discourses, he said he plans to release an audio CD which would be of use. They could listen to it even when they travel. Sivakumar has been studying the scripture for more than a year before mastering the verses. He narrated the verses without any notes and break. He had used simple language and e x a m p l e s f r o m day-to-day life
Murali's son turns hero
The audio-release function of Alaiyodu Vilayadu was held recently. K Bhagyaraj, R Parthiban and actress Suhasini Mani Ratnam, were the chief guests at the audio release function. Rama Narayanan,
president of Tamil Film Producers Council (TFPC), Sivasakthi Pandian, secretary TFPC, Snehan, lyricist Jaguar Thangam, Susendran (director of Vennila Kabadi Kuzhu) and S Ve Sekar participated in the function
and wished the unit members of the movie.. Sabesh-Murali has scored the music. K Raghavan has directed the movie. Karthika of Thoothukudi fame and Vinayan are the lead pair in the movie.
Actor Murali launched his son Adharvaa as a hero in Baana. 'Sathya Jyothi' Thyagarajan is producing
the movie. Samantha is the heroine in Baana and the film is directed by debutant
LK. Music is by Yuvan Shankar Raja. Manobala and Karunas are also acting in the film
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E D U C AT I O N A L F E AT U R E S For holistic development Tiny tots enthrall the audience of children Vadapalani Matriculation Higher Secondary School was founded in 1964 and is being managed by Vadapalani Educational society. In 1996, it was c o n v e r t e d i n t o Matriculation Higher Secondary School following the matriculation pattern. The school has been imparting holistic education aiming all round personality development to the students. Along with
the school syllabus, the school takes special care and interest to train students in spoken English, listening, reading, writing and speaking. The school conducts weekly competitions in oratorical, handwriting and quiz competitions as well. Every day two children from class two to six are trained to deliver messages in English, Tamil or Hindi in the school assembly in order to
overcome stage fear and improve spoken English. A very keen attention is given to each student to maintain good handwriting and inculcate good manners. Specially trained teachers teach extra curricular activities like karate, yoga. The school gives special care to slow learners and provides counseling and the parents are called for periodical discussions on the improvement of the child.
MAK Day celebrated
Jawahar Vidyalaya Kindergarden School, Ashok Nagar, celebrated it's annual day on March 12 at Mahodaya Auditorium. Shoba Krishnan, correspondent, Lalchand Milapchand Dadha Secondary School, Choolaimedu was the guest of honour. The correspondent and secretary of Jawahar Vidyalaya, A.S. Narayana Rao welcomed the
gathering and principal of Jawahar Vidyalaya Kindergarden, Alphonsa Jacob introduced the guest. Shoba Krishnan gave away the proficiency prizes to 108 LKG and UKG children. The cultural programme started with a colourful item ”I am happy” by the preschool tiny tots. They traveled to a “Merryland” and enjoyed a game of
jump and dance finally singing their way home melodiously. The toddlers made the audience sway to the tune of “Boom Boom” for an English song and then went on to a Punjabi number. The grand finale was a dance drama in Tamil about the different incarnations of the goddess, which received a standing ovation from the audience.
Annual Day fiesta MA Krishnaswamy group of schools chairman M.A.K.S.Rajgopalswamy organised MAK Day, on the occasion of centenary celebrations of M.A.Krishnaswamy at Rama Rao Kalyana Mandapam, T.Nagar on March 17. Nithya Kalyani informed the gathering about M.A.Krishnaswamy`s life and his achievements in
the field of education. Even after his demise, his son Rajgopalswamy has been following his father's vision and upholding the values advocated by him. His grandson Vishnuprasad, Lalitha, principal of Ashok Nagar School, Rai, manager, Subha, principal of Avadi branch and Madhuri, principal of K.K.Nagar were present on t h e o c c a s i o n .
Vishnuprasad recollected his childhood memories and detailed the character and ideals of his grandfather. Rai, shared his working experience with Krishnaswamy and requested students to follow Krishnaswamy`s ideals. He recalled that Krishnaswamy was an encouraging and guiding force.
Sports Day conducted The Sports Day function of Sri Ahobila Math Oriental Higher Secondary School, West Mambalam was held at the school premises recently. S.R. Jangid, commissioner of police, Chennai suburb, presided
over the function. C.L. Ramakrishnan, former DGP and president of the parents teachers association of the school, distributed prizes to the winners of various sports e v e n t s . N . V .
V a s u d e v a c h a r i a r, correspondent of the school, welcomed the g a t h e r i n g . R . Muralikrishnan, physical education teacher presented the annual report.
An institution with different vision Kalamandir Matric Hr. Sec School had its beginnings as a play-cum- primary school in 1986.The main objective of the school is to impart value based education to children from all strata of society. The school grew into a matriculation school in 1993 and later a Higher Secondary School in 1998. The Institution was started by S.J.Sharma, an educationist and
philanthropist, with an experience of 33 years of teaching. He is ably assisted by his wifeJ. RajhaRajeshwari,who has 25 years of teaching experience. The motto of the institution is to give man- making education with affordable fees without donation. In conforming to the values of Indian culture and heritage, the students are taught self control, and
discipline. So much of care and attention is given to each individual by a team of sincere and dedicated teachers that the school has been producing 100% result in the X from 1995 and XII examination right from 2000. The school is soon to celebrate its silver jubilee. And has many more plans in its agenda to make it a beacon light in the field of education.
The 4th Annual Day celebration of Shri S.S Jain College for Women was held recently at the college premises. K . Natarajan, (General Manager /Circle Head, Indian Bank, Circle Office, Chennai) was the chief guest. S. Abhay Kumar Srisrimal , respectful s e c r e t a r y a n d correspondent of the college welcomed the gathering and felicitated the chief guest. Prinicipal, Dr. Devaki Krishanakumar, read out the annual report. The talented students of Shasun College have not
only excelled academically but also have added several colourful feathers and brought laurels by their active participation in various competitions. To mention a few, Sunitha, Rangeetha and Steffi Cruz of III B.C.A bagged a cash prize of Rs. 10,000 for a powerpoint presentation on Economic Global Melt Down at G.S.S Jain College . Lalitha of I B.com was selected to participate in the Republic Day Parade in New Delhi and she also won the Best Personality award. Vaishnavi. K of III B.com won the Best
outgoing student award by the Jain Conference Mahila Shaka. Venci of III B.com secured the highest marks in Tamil Foundation Course in the University Examination and was awarded by the Ta m i l C h a m b e r o f Commerce. Mr Natarajan also released the second edition of the college magazine 'Shasuneon' and distributed prizes to the students who have excelled in academics. Professor M.S Sasilekha Sunil , Co – ordinator, admission, proposed a vote of thanks.
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ARTS Whistling to glory
Honour for Sudha
MUSIC FESTIVAL 11th Week
Maadhyama Dharma Samajam organised the third anniversary of Gopala Krishnabharathi`s (GKB) music festival and centenary celebrations of Semmangudi Sreenivasa Iyer at Vani Mahal. Eminent music vidhooshini Sudha Raghunathan was facilitated on the occasion. The programme started with Subhiksha R a n g a r a j a n ` s p r a y e r. Hema Sureshkumar lighted the kuttuvilakku. N.Venkataraman introduced the guests of the evening and the awarde winner. Managing Director of The Hindu N.Murali inaugurated the music festival. Dalmia Cements director N.Gopalaswamy shared his experiences of Semmangudi Sreenivasa Iyer with the audience and i n f o r m e d t h a t
Thirukodikaval is the actual birth place of Sreenivasa Iyer. N Murali conveyed in his inaugural address that it is a happy coincidence that Sreenivasa Iyer was instrumental in starting GKB Musical Festival. GKB Music festival is being o r g a n i s e d a t Anandathandavapuram for the past 20 years. It is happy to know that centenary celebrations at Mayavaram have been organised as three-days music festival, he said. Senior disciples P.S.Narayanaswamy and others participated in the function. Deccan N.K.Moorthy and other guests honoured Sudha Raghunathan with a shawl and memento. Sudha said that Semmangudi was trend setter and his music is like a text book to students. She also
dedicated the honour given to her to the guru's feet. She praised GKB with a poetry consisting of ragas. Secretary of Samajam A.S. Kalyanam presented vote of thanks. V idhya kalyanaraman, Latha Ramchand and Janani Mahalingam presented their vocal concerts in the afternoon with the support of Meera Sivaram-krishnan(violin) and Neyveli Ramkumar (mrudangam). Sudha Raghunathan`s concert with the support of B.Raghavendra Rao (violin), Neyveli Skanda S u b r a m a n i a n ( m r u d a n g a m ) , R.Raman (morsing) stole the lime light because of the selection of GKB keerthanas.
Innovation is the key seems to be the matra of the Music Festival organized by Vadapalani Times and Music World, Saligramam. As the festival marched it to its 11TH week, innovation and novelty took center stage. S.T.Charunyanath, disciple of Sivaprasad and Radha Raghavan`s performed a whistle concert at Music World premises on last Sunday. Charunyanath`s passion and involvement could be observed throughout his concert. It was heartening to hear that he is a final year student of B.Tech. The audience for the particular concert was highly music oriented and was very supportive. This gave further impetus to the artiste. Rasikas' response to every item encouraged the artiste to excel. The concert commenced with
bhairavi raga varnam set to ata thala and was traditional. Deekshithar`s siddhi vinayakam in shanmugapriya raga set to roopaka thalam was a nice beginning. Thiagaraja swamy`s bhavanutha in Mohanam was selected as sub-main item of the evening. Alapana was done doing jusice to the raga lakshnam. Likewise other thiagaraja`s kruthis bantureethi koluvu in hamsanadam set to adhi, nee daya raada in kambhoji reflected the artiste's sahithya and rasaanubhavam. Patnam Subramania Iyyer`s compositions baridaana michchithe in bilahari set to kandachaapu was excellent. Aparaadhamu in lathangi set to Adi was chosen as main Item of the evening . Detailed a l a pan a was p re se n te d fluently in three sthais and kalpanaswarams were an
Rich with graceful abhinayam
A chance for young artistes Sannidhiyil Sangeetham has been organizing music programmes and dance programmes in temples (sannidhiyil salangai oli) to encourage young and
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evidence for the caliber and sangeethanubhavam of the artiste. The thukada items like theeradha vilayattu pillai in ragamalika, jagajjanani in rathipathipriya and kurai onrum illai in ragamalika were pleasant. Rasikas felt that the entire concert was a melodious one and had an effect of flute. Concluding the concert with Madurai Mani`s English notes was a special one and attractive. Experienced musicians T.S.Babu Rao on violin and Kumbakonam Ganesan on Mrudangam supported with care proving their experience during alapana , kalpanaswara and thaniavarthanam. Rasikas thanked and appreciated KP Vijayakumar, who is the backbone of encouragement for young and upcoming artistes.
Bhavana, disciple of Professor Sudha Rani Raghupathy director of Bharatalaya, had her bharathanatya arangetram in the traditional pattern which was full of graceful abhinayam. Dance legend Chitra Visweswaran and Rasa`s Director Dr.Ambika Kameswaran were the guests on the occasion. Both of them shared their views with audience about Bhavana`s performance and her intimacy with guru. Bhavana commenced with
Mallari in Gambiranattai. Brahma Sandhi in Madhayamavathi ragam set to roopaka thalam composed by Tanjore Quatret depicted the tradition. K.S.R.Anirudha`s composition on Lord Muruga was chosen as the main item of the evening. The special effects provided in the varnam added to the creativity of the artiste. Music for varnam was composed by Nandini Anand. Jayadeva`s Ashtapadi-
Yahi Madhava in Desh, set to Adhi reflected srungara rasa and importance of love. Mahakavi Subramania Bharathi`s Villinai Otha in Kavadi Chindu was a very pleasing and graceful piece. Conclusion of arangetram withVidwan Madurai.N.Krishnan`s revathi raga thillana was appreciable, which depicted the gratitude towards the vidwan. At the same time, dancer performed the whole arangetram with dedication and involvement. Nattuvangam vidhooshini Smt. Priya Murali handled the show in an appreciable manner and it helped the dancer to perform freely. Smt.Nandini Anand (vocal and music composition), K.S.R.Anirudha (mrudangam and special effects), Kandadevi. S.Vijayaraghavan(violin), Sasidhar(flute), Mylai.S.Rajendran and S.Mahendran(nadaswara m) , S.Gajendran (thavil),S.Sethumadhavan (make-up),Vidhya Balakrishnan (compeer) and D.C.Shekhar (stage execution) supported whole heartedly. -Sharma
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NEWS Celebrating women power in a grand way
Jayalakshmi Ammal Educational Trust organised a day-long c e l e b r a t i o n t o commemorate World Women's Day at the Corporation Play Ground in 14th Sector, KK Nagar. Corporation Mayor M Subramanian was the chief guest of the evening and presented Siranda Penmani Virudu to 15 women, who had committed themselves for social cause. In his
address, he appreciated trust as the best service organization, which stands for women welfare and creating awareness among women. He added that the Government has been allocating Rs.10, 000 for district level and Rs.50, 000 for state level for women self-help groups. Besides, conference halls with a capacity of 500 seats have been arranged zonewise for conducting meetings, he said. He
announced that 3,80,000 self-help groups are there in the state and further 75,000 groups are in the proposal stage. He informed that 95 per cent of the self-help groups in Tamil Nadu are repaying their loans. He appreciated Vairasekar, founder of the trust`s efforts in implementing government schemes. Vairasekar in his presidential address detailed the past and present situations of
women and requested women to be apart from foolish beliefs and be aware of their rights. 121 ward member Pushparuth, zone nine president Dhanasekar, advocates Selvi and Sumathi, Kamala T h e a t r e o w n e r Chidambaram and corporation finance committee president Radha Sambandham participated in the event. Dhanasekaran mentioned about the increase in the
awareness regarding issues related to women. He said that chief minister Karunanidhi created the opportunity for women to become Mayors in Madurai, Tiruchi and Selam. Radha detailed the origin of women's day and the government's training programmes for women in different skills and profession to increase their self-confidence. Advocates Selvi and Sumathi spoke on global economic
situations and women's rights. The event commenced with a B h a r a t a n a t y a m performance by Priyadarsini and sloka recital by Yaishali.` Geetha Sekar inaugurated the event in the presence of Lions Club president Poornima Kumar, Radha Sambandhan and Amudarani Babu. - Sharma
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