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The Hindu
3 days ago
- General
- The Hindu
Ancient inscription sheds light on Zamorin's obscure past
Archaeologists have discovered a stone inscription bearing the name of Manavikraman, one of the earliest Zamorins of Kozhikode, at a temple at Avala near Perambra in Kozhikode district. The inscription, according to historians and epistemologists who deciphered it, sheds new light on the early history of the Zamorins, specifically during the 12th or 13th century, a period that has remained somewhat obscure until now. The inscription in Vattezhuthu was found on the 'Balikkallu' (sacred stone) of Kuttoth Sree Narasimha Moorthi Temple at Avala. Vattezhuthu is an ancient script used in Kerala, particularly during the medieval period. 'This find is highly significant,' said K. Krishnaraj, archaeologist in charge of the Pazhassi Raja Archaeological Museum, Kozhikode. 'It is one of the earliest records of the Zamorin and the second inscription to reference Manavikraman.' The earliest known inscription referencing Manavikraman was found at the Rameswaram temple in Kollam, dated 1102 CE. According to historian MGS Narayanan, that inscription reads 'Eranadu Vazhkai Manavikramanana Poonthuraikon,' which translates to 'the illustrious Poonthuraikon of Eranadu, a renowned conqueror.' The three-line inscription at Avala begins with 'Swasti Shri' (Hail Prosperity) and documents the temple's construction. It reveals that the ancient name of Avala was Akavala. The inscription credits the construction of the temple to the Adhikarar of Akavala and his younger brother, a Keezhpadai Nair in the service of Manavikraman. 'It is possibly an assistant commandant in the Zamorin's militia,' said Mr. Krishnaraj, who deciphered the inscription with the help of veteran epigraphist M.R. Raghava Varier. Another inscription discovered in the temple compound documents a temple donation. However, Dr. Varier said that much of it had been worn away due to exposure to the elements. Palaeography dates the inscription to the 12th or 13th century CE. V.V. Haridas, professor of history at Calicut University, pointed out that the Avala inscription was particularly significant as it refers to Manavikraman as a king, and it indicated the expansion of the Zamorin rule to the north as early as the 13th century. 'Inscriptions pertaining to the Zamorin are extremely rare in the medieval period,' said Prof. Haridas. He explained that determining the chronology of the Zamorins in the medieval period was challenging because the rulers repeatedly used only three names: Manavikraman, Manavedan and Veerarajan. Prof. Haridas said that the emergence of the Zamorin of Calicut was shrouded in mystery, except for the traditional account in the Keralolpathi. 'In this context, the Avala inscription is a valuable find that enhances our understanding of the Zamorin's early history,' he said.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rupali Ganguly says 'retro is eternal' as she joins 'Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo' trend
Popular television actress Rupali Ganguly joined the current "Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo" viral trend and said that "retro is eternal". Rupali took to her Instagram, where she shared a video of her slowly dancing on the song "Tadpaoge Tadpa Lo" sung by late legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar from the 1959 film "Barkha". "Retro isn't old... it's eternal #rupaliganguly #retrovibes #RetrowithRupali #Anupamaa," she wrote as the caption. Talking about the 1959 drama film, "Barkha" was directed by Krishnan-Panj. It is a remake of the Tamil film Thai Pirandhal Vazhi Pirakkum. The film stars Jagdeep and Nanda. The film follows the story of Ajit, who gets arrested for fighting a landlord, Haridas. After being released from the prison, Ajit seeks revenge from Haridas not knowing that his sister is married to Haridas's son, Dr Manohar. Earlier this month on July 9, Rupali Ganguly remembered legendary Guru Dutt on his 100th birth anniversary. She penned a heartfelt note on her X, formerly known as Twitter, handle. Tagging the late icon as a poet who spoke through his movies, she wrote on the micro-blogging site, "Remembering the timeless legend Guru Dutt Saab on his 100th birth anniversary. A century since his birth, yet his art feels more alive than ever. He wasn't just a filmmaker, he was a poet who spoke through cinema." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like An engineer reveals: One simple trick to get internet without a subscription Techno Mag Learn More Undo Recalling some of his most celebrated work, the 'Anupamaa' actress added, "Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam. His films weren't just watched, they were felt. His stories captured longing, love, loss... and left an indelible mark on Indian cinema ." "Even today, his work speaks to the dreamer, the misfit, the artist in all of us. Gone too soon but his magic will live 100th Birthday Guru Dutt you for the emotion, the poetry, the legacy," Rupali concluded.
Hans India
19-06-2025
- Hans India
Human trafficking RACKET uncovered: 9 arrested for selling two women in MP
Asifabad: An incident in which innocent young women were lured and sold to Madhya Pradesh came to light after the victim's relatives lodged complaint with the police in the district. One girl was sold for Rs 1.30 lakh, while the other one was sold for Rs 1.10 lakh. DSP Ramanujan, along with local CI Ravinder and SI Prashant, disclosed the details. According to police, a young woman from Vadigondi village in the mandal went missing a year ago and her father had been searching for his daughter. The woman updated her Aadhaar card last month and it arrived at the victim's house in the post. When the phone number on the card was dialed, it was found that it belonged to Madhya Pradesh, so the victim's father filed a complaint at the police station. Upon learning of this, another victim from the district headquarters approached the police and filed a complaint. Based on the victim's complaint, several suspects were arrested and interrogated, and they confessed to the crime. Nine accused involved in this have been identified, six of whom have been arrested, while three are absconding. Five of the nine accused are women and four are men. Among the arrested, the main accused Parikipandla Vijayalakshmi of Indiramma Colony in Mancherial city, Satyamsetty Sujatha of TR Nagar in the city, Panchpula of Rajampet, is Taduri Usha of Bendara in Wankidi mandal, Suspended constable Haridas, Durgam Sudhakar of Nilwai village in Vemanapalli mandal of Mancherial district, and Ramesh Goud of Jawra in Madhya Pradesh, Surekha and Jagadish. DSP Ramanujan said that a special team has gone to Madhya Pradesh to arrest the absconding accused. A two-wheeler, mobile phones and Rs 50,000 has been seized from the arrested persons. Among them, Haridas and Surekha have been repeatedly involved in such cases, he explained. Since the two victims are STs, they have registered SC and ST cases, human trafficking cases, sexual crimes cases, and immoral crimes. He said that such gangs are targeting single women, unmarried women, and those whose husbands have died. He appealed to people if they have seen such people should immediately report them.
NDTV
11-06-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Kerala Court Summons Priyanka Gandhi On Plea Challenging Her Election From Wayanad
Kochi: The Kerala High Court has issued summons to AICC general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on a plea challenging her election from the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in the bypoll held there last year. Justice K Babu passed the order while admitting a plea by her then rival BJP candidate Navya Haridas who had claimed that the Congress leader had not correctly disclosed her and family's assets in the nomination papers and provided "false information" which is against the Model Code of Conduct and amounts to a corrupt practice. Haridas, who had lost to Vadra by over five lakh votes in the bypoll, said that the Congress leader's response has been sought in the matter. The petition will be heard next on August 11, the court said. The BJP leader's plea has sought setting aside of Ms Vadra's election for allegedly "suppressing vital information about the various assets owned by her and her family", and "misguiding, misinforming and keeping the voters in the dark with the intention of influencing their choice". Ms Vadra had scored her maiden electoral victory from the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat in the bypoll held there on November 13, 2024 by getting 6,22,338 votes. Her rival, Haridas, came third with 1,09,939 votes.
Scroll.in
11-06-2025
- Politics
- Scroll.in
Kerala HC seeks Priyanka Gandhi's response to plea challenging her win from Wayanad
The Kerala High Court on Tuesday sought Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's response to an election petition filed by Bharatiya Janata Party leader Navya Haridas, reported PTI. Haridas, who had contested against Vadra in the 2024 bye-elections to the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, has challenged the validity of the Congress leader's victory. She has accused the Wayanad MP of hiding details about several investments and movable properties of her husband, Robert Vadra. In her petition, Haridas said the omissions amount to 'suppression of material facts' and violate mandatory disclosure norms under the Representation of the People Act, 1951. She also claimed that the alleged non-disclosures misled voters and can be deemed corrupt practices, Business Standard reported. Justice K Babu admitted the petition after hearing arguments from Haridas' counsel and scheduled the matter for further hearing in August, Bar and Bench reported. Priyanka Gandhi Vadra had won the Wayanad Lok Sabha seat by a margin of more than four lakh votes over Communist Party of India candidate Sathyan Mokeri. Haridas finished third with just over one lakh votes.
