A Chuckle on the Operating Table?
A Chuckle on the Operating Table? While visitors to the mock hospital at St. Mary’s School, Kizhakkambalam, stood wide-eyed and […]
Chellamma: The Woman Who Turned Herself Into Art
Chellamma: The Woman Who Turned Herself Into Art Every morning at 10 sharp, she arrives hair neatly tied, face calm,
Final Showdown of Skill and Spirit
Players from Chalakudy SH College attempt to block a swift move by Akshaya Philip of Assumption College, Changanassery, during the finals of the Inter-College Women’s Basketball Tournament held at the St. Teresa’s College gym plaza, Ernakulam. Despite trailing in the first half, Assumption College surged ahead in the final minutes to clinch victory.
Melodies that Moved the Soul
As part of World Music Day celebrations, renowned vocalist M.K. Sankaran Namboothiri performed a soul-stirring concert organized by the Music Department of Maharaja’s College.
A New Step, A New Hope…
In a quiet yet powerful moment, Muhammad Rayyan from Malappuram takes his first steps with a newly fitted Jaipur foot, his face reflecting a mix of wonder and resolve. The occasion, held at Priyadarshini Hall, Kakkanad, was part of a heartfelt initiative led by the Kalamassery Rotary Club with the support of the Ernakulam District Panchayat, where 100 lives were gifted the promise of movement. Watching with gentle encouragement are Rotary Club official Thomas Varghese, District Collector N.S.K. Umesh, and District Panchayat President Manoj Moothedan
Some moments leave more than just pictures.
Some moments leave more than just pictures.
At the Elderly Fest in Kakkanad, I watched a group of seniors aged 65–76 dance their hearts out in a Margamkali competition — and win first prize.
They trained for over a month with Sister Nimmi, supported by Vayomitram coordinator Sudha Vijayan.
But more than the prize, what struck me was their spirit.
They said the training helped ease their pains — and brought back laughter, movement, and meaning into their daily lives.
Their joy was real. Their motivation — contagious.
Grace in Every Step, Strength in Every Smile
At the Elderly Fest in Kakkanad, I witnessed something beautiful: a group of spirited seniors, aged 65 to 76, dancing Margamkali with the grace of experience and the zest of youth.
They trained for over a month under Sister Nimmi, guided by Vayomitram coordinator Sudha Vijayan — and their efforts won them first prize.
But what stayed with me wasn’t the trophy. It was their spark.
They told me the training eased their aches and brought back forgotten joys — laughter, movement, and purpose.
Their joy was real.
Their motivation? Contagious.
Mohanlal at his best
” he once said with a grin, referring to the gentle tilt of his head while walking — a quirk
