Kochi

Sabrimala where pilgrims visit temple as well as a mosque

Sabrimala TempleKochi, Jan 12: Thousands of hindu devotees who visit Sabrimala temple round off their pilgrimage after a visit to the famous Ermuley Petta Thullal mosque at Kottayam district of Kerala.

There’s a strong belief that for the completion of Sabrimala pilgrimage one should visit and offer coconuts to the nearby Ermuley Petta Thullal mosque before going to the Darmasastha temple.

‘Petta Thullal’ is a mass frenzied dance accompanied by loud music created by traditional instruments of the region.

The Ermuley mosque is opened only for a day for hindu pilgrims of Sabrimala so that they can offer prayers and perform rituals.

Kerala comes alive with onset of Theyyam season

Kochi, Jan 9: The northern parts of Kerala have virtually come alive with the onset of the much-awaited Theyyam season that witnesses festivities and ritual dances.

Christmas celebrations at its best in South India

Kochi/Bangalore, Dec.24: As last minute preparations for Christmas fiesta are going full swing, popular markets and venues in Kerala and Bangalore are welcoming the festival in their own special wa

Cochin Port to have Vessel Traffic Management System soon

Kochi, Dec 22: The Cochin Port Trust has entered into an agreement with Ireland-based Transas Limited for the commissioning of a vessel traffic management system at the port.

SKS Microfinance launches operations in Kerala

Kochi, Dec 22:  Swayam Krishi Sangam (SKS) Microfinance Private Limited, a new generation microfinance company, has launched its operations in Kerala with the aim of targetting 7,000 poor household

‘Navy Day’ celebrations begin in Kochi

Indian NavyKochi, Dec 1: The week-long Navy Day celebrations have commenced at the Southern Nava

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