“Considering the fact the inflow of tourists to Ooty through Kotagiri has increased considerably in the last few years it is time the authorities concerned paid a little more attention to tapping the tourism potential of Kotagiri.”
This view has over the years gained ground not only among the residents but also many tourists. Underscoring the need to enhance awareness among the visitors about the places of interest in and around Kotagiri which was the oldest and third largest hill station in the Nilgiris, they pointed out that the Kodanad view point which was about 18 km from the town was one of the most enchanting spots in this part of the country. Among the other scenic and interesting places were the Catherine falls,Elk Falls and the Longwood Shola.
Climate
Not many are aware that Kotagiri has an edge over Ooty vis a vis climate and for long it has enjoyed a reputation of being a ‘pleasant hill station ideal for those who love a quiet life.'
Activities which go with the ethos of the place should be organised. Efforts should also be made to showcase the culture of local communities like the Badagas and Kotas.
Saturday, May 01, 2010
Ooty Vegetable show 2010 - May 29 and 30.
From being just an open space in the middle of the town which was used and abused for many years, the Nehru Park in Kotagiri moved on to become a beautiful garden a few years ago and since 2008 it has been an ideal venue for a major vegetable show.
The 3rd Vegetable Show would be conducted on May 29 and 30, the Assistant Director of Horticulture N.Mani, told The Hindu that elaborate arrangements are underway for the event which has come to be acknowledged as the biggest annual tourist attraction.
Enthusiasm
With the enthusiasm being displayed by the local community in organising the show increasing every year the 2010 show will bid fair to be more spectacular than the earlier ones.
Stating that it will feature tribal programmes, he said that this year importance would be given to the food processing industry.
Notwithstanding inadequate rains the Park is wearing an attractive look with flowers like Inca Marigold, French Marigold, Zinia, Dwarf Salvia and Dwarf Dahlias in full bloom.
A major attraction are Alyssum flowers in rose beds.
To a question that was put to him, he said that the flowers will remain in full bloom till the season concludes.
Visitors
While the number of visitors was now between 400 and 500 on week days during week ends it went up by 100 to 200.
This is an index of the popularity of the show.
Even as arrangements are apace for the vegetable show an opinion gathering ground in Kotagiri is that if the Park which extends over about two acres is handed over to the Department of Horticulture more development works can be taken up.
At present, the park is controlled by the Kotagiri Panchayat and maintained by the Horticulture department, officials said.
The 3rd Vegetable Show would be conducted on May 29 and 30, the Assistant Director of Horticulture N.Mani, told The Hindu that elaborate arrangements are underway for the event which has come to be acknowledged as the biggest annual tourist attraction.
Enthusiasm
With the enthusiasm being displayed by the local community in organising the show increasing every year the 2010 show will bid fair to be more spectacular than the earlier ones.
Stating that it will feature tribal programmes, he said that this year importance would be given to the food processing industry.
Notwithstanding inadequate rains the Park is wearing an attractive look with flowers like Inca Marigold, French Marigold, Zinia, Dwarf Salvia and Dwarf Dahlias in full bloom.
A major attraction are Alyssum flowers in rose beds.
To a question that was put to him, he said that the flowers will remain in full bloom till the season concludes.
Visitors
While the number of visitors was now between 400 and 500 on week days during week ends it went up by 100 to 200.
This is an index of the popularity of the show.
Even as arrangements are apace for the vegetable show an opinion gathering ground in Kotagiri is that if the Park which extends over about two acres is handed over to the Department of Horticulture more development works can be taken up.
At present, the park is controlled by the Kotagiri Panchayat and maintained by the Horticulture department, officials said.
TCS - Campus placement at Sri Krishna Arts and Science College
Tata Consultancy Services will be at Sri Krishna Arts and Science College, Sugunapuram, Kuniamuthur, on May 4 and 5 for recruitment.
A release from the college says students who have passed out in 2009, or are in final year and have secured 60 per cent in Class X and Plus Two are eligible.
They must not have had a break of more than two years in their studies.
And, only registered candidates are eligible to attend, it added.
Eligible students of B.Sc. (Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Technology, Electronics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Bioinformatics and Mathematics), BCA and BCS are requested to their names at www.careers.tcs.com.
Further details can be had at 97901 32204.
A release from the college says students who have passed out in 2009, or are in final year and have secured 60 per cent in Class X and Plus Two are eligible.
They must not have had a break of more than two years in their studies.
And, only registered candidates are eligible to attend, it added.
Eligible students of B.Sc. (Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Technology, Electronics, Physics, Chemistry, Statistics, Bioinformatics and Mathematics), BCA and BCS are requested to their names at www.careers.tcs.com.
Further details can be had at 97901 32204.
Two more clusters for Coimbatore
The Union Government has identified two more sectors here for its cluster development programme.
According to the General Manager of the District Industries Centre, V. Ramasubbu, Coimbatore had two successful clusters – the Coimbatore Industrial Infrastructure Association (foundries, pumpsets and engineering sectors) and the wetgrinder cluster.
Electroplating
Gem and jewellery and electroplating are the other two clusters identified now for assistance under the Micro and Small Cluster Development Programme.
Meetings would be held with the respective associations and a detailed project report and diagnostic study would be conducted.
Guidelines
The guidelines for the programme are available online. More industrial sectors interested in such projects could also come forward, he said.
According to the General Manager of the District Industries Centre, V. Ramasubbu, Coimbatore had two successful clusters – the Coimbatore Industrial Infrastructure Association (foundries, pumpsets and engineering sectors) and the wetgrinder cluster.
Electroplating
Gem and jewellery and electroplating are the other two clusters identified now for assistance under the Micro and Small Cluster Development Programme.
Meetings would be held with the respective associations and a detailed project report and diagnostic study would be conducted.
Guidelines
The guidelines for the programme are available online. More industrial sectors interested in such projects could also come forward, he said.
Karunya University Entrance exams 2010 results
Karunya University, Coimbatore, will publish the results of Karunya Entrance Exam 2010, also known as KEE, at 9:00 pm today i.e. on May 1, 2010. The results will be made available online in the official website of the university. Candidates are requested to download the KEE 2010 result from the website: www.karunya.edu
Karunya University located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, conducted in KEE 2010 on April 24, 2010. It is an entrance test conducted for admission into various disciplines of B Tech (Bachelor of Technology) programme, offered in the ensuing session 2010.
Karunya University offers B Tech in the following disciplines: Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Media Technology. For any further queries one can log in the aforementioned official website of the university.
Karunya University
Contact Details:
Karunya University,
Karunya Nagar,
Coimbatore - 641 114
Tamil Nadu
info@karunya.edu
www.karunya.edu
Karunya University located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, conducted in KEE 2010 on April 24, 2010. It is an entrance test conducted for admission into various disciplines of B Tech (Bachelor of Technology) programme, offered in the ensuing session 2010.
Karunya University offers B Tech in the following disciplines: Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Electronics & Media Technology. For any further queries one can log in the aforementioned official website of the university.
Karunya University
Contact Details:
Karunya University,
Karunya Nagar,
Coimbatore - 641 114
Tamil Nadu
info@karunya.edu
www.karunya.edu
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Spheris sold to CBay for $116 mn
CBay Holdings, a global medical transcription (MT) company, completed the acquisition of another MT company Spheris for $116.3 million
last Friday. The deal would boost CBay’s revenue by $500 million this year.
In the two-phased acquisition, CBay’s subsidiary MedQuist acquired the North American assets of Spheris while CBay bought out the entire stock of Spheris India. Spheris had earlier filed for bankruptcy protection in the US court.
The deal size was originally pegged to be around $75 million when they entered into a stalking horse agreement in February 2010. But, CBay Holdings had to raise the bid amount to $116.3 million.
“With the acquisition of Spheris, our revenues are expected to touch $500 million this year,” CBay Holdings’ VC & CEO Raman Kumar said.
last Friday. The deal would boost CBay’s revenue by $500 million this year.
In the two-phased acquisition, CBay’s subsidiary MedQuist acquired the North American assets of Spheris while CBay bought out the entire stock of Spheris India. Spheris had earlier filed for bankruptcy protection in the US court.
The deal size was originally pegged to be around $75 million when they entered into a stalking horse agreement in February 2010. But, CBay Holdings had to raise the bid amount to $116.3 million.
“With the acquisition of Spheris, our revenues are expected to touch $500 million this year,” CBay Holdings’ VC & CEO Raman Kumar said.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Love for OOTY
Long back, his dad (actor) Mithun Chakraborty fell in love with the hill station when he had come to shoot there. Mithun found a brilliant way to combine business and pleasure — he built his own resort at Ooty and started staying there for 12 months a year.
Actor Mithun Chakraborty's son Mimoh on why he loves the hill station that he calls 'home'.
So, it is but natural that Mithun’s love for the place was passed on to his son Mimoh who also shares the same passion and love for Ooty. Here are Mimoh’s reasons why he loves the verdant hill station...
The weather: It is always cool in Ooty and you will always feel a little bit of a chill under your skin as the place is nearly 7,000 feet above sea level. So, for all those people who miss snuggling under the blanket in this hot Mumbai weather, it is an ideal place to head this summer.
The view of the mountains: From Ooty you can see many beautiful mountain landscapes, which is a rare site to see. The mountains in Ooty offer a picturesque postcard view that makes you feel a sense of peace.
Clean air: One of the most important points is that the air here is crystal-clean and unlike other high-altitude areas, the air is very rich in oxygen. There are fewer cars plying on the roads of the hill station which means that the level of pollution is kept to a bare minimum.
Less people: If you are tired of the dhakkas in a crowded local train and the busy footpaths, welcome to Ooty where there are not too many human beings around, only mountains, springs and waterfalls will greet you with their noises. The local inhabitants are very few compared to the tourists. Well, the whole town of Ooty shuts down completely after 8pm and you will hardly see anyone out after that.
Great place To unwind: Ooty is one of the best stress-busters because of its nature — which is always sure to lift your mood. There is nothing much to do in Ooty except for sightseeing, so it’s like a much- deserved break from your office or that hectic holiday where you are supposed to do a lot of things immediately after arrival.
Home-made chocolates: The yummy chocolates that are here as part of a mini cottage industry are out of this world!
Botanical gardens: This is one of the must-visit places in Ooty. The famous gardens are a hot tourist spot. They are beautifully maintained. and have been used as a backdrop for many Bollywood films.
Lake rides: The peaceful lake rides are a treat for the senses.
Schools: Some of the best schools in India are found in Ooty. Well, if you haven’t heard about it, then try visiting them. The picturesque campuses will leave you stunned.
Food and stay: Since Ooty is a popular tourist spot, the hotels are grand and luxurious. The local language is Tamil and the local food of course is Madrasi cuisine. Want to try some Bisi Bele Bbhaat or Gun Powder Dosa?
Actor Mithun Chakraborty's son Mimoh on why he loves the hill station that he calls 'home'.
So, it is but natural that Mithun’s love for the place was passed on to his son Mimoh who also shares the same passion and love for Ooty. Here are Mimoh’s reasons why he loves the verdant hill station...
The weather: It is always cool in Ooty and you will always feel a little bit of a chill under your skin as the place is nearly 7,000 feet above sea level. So, for all those people who miss snuggling under the blanket in this hot Mumbai weather, it is an ideal place to head this summer.
The view of the mountains: From Ooty you can see many beautiful mountain landscapes, which is a rare site to see. The mountains in Ooty offer a picturesque postcard view that makes you feel a sense of peace.
Clean air: One of the most important points is that the air here is crystal-clean and unlike other high-altitude areas, the air is very rich in oxygen. There are fewer cars plying on the roads of the hill station which means that the level of pollution is kept to a bare minimum.
Less people: If you are tired of the dhakkas in a crowded local train and the busy footpaths, welcome to Ooty where there are not too many human beings around, only mountains, springs and waterfalls will greet you with their noises. The local inhabitants are very few compared to the tourists. Well, the whole town of Ooty shuts down completely after 8pm and you will hardly see anyone out after that.
Great place To unwind: Ooty is one of the best stress-busters because of its nature — which is always sure to lift your mood. There is nothing much to do in Ooty except for sightseeing, so it’s like a much- deserved break from your office or that hectic holiday where you are supposed to do a lot of things immediately after arrival.
Home-made chocolates: The yummy chocolates that are here as part of a mini cottage industry are out of this world!
Botanical gardens: This is one of the must-visit places in Ooty. The famous gardens are a hot tourist spot. They are beautifully maintained. and have been used as a backdrop for many Bollywood films.
Lake rides: The peaceful lake rides are a treat for the senses.
Schools: Some of the best schools in India are found in Ooty. Well, if you haven’t heard about it, then try visiting them. The picturesque campuses will leave you stunned.
Food and stay: Since Ooty is a popular tourist spot, the hotels are grand and luxurious. The local language is Tamil and the local food of course is Madrasi cuisine. Want to try some Bisi Bele Bbhaat or Gun Powder Dosa?
Yuva Bharathi Public School student to attempt Guinness World record
Guinness World Record attempt for the “longest drawing by an individual” will be undertaken by C.S. Bala Soundarya Lakshmi here on May 3.
This 14-year-old student from Yuva Bharathi Public School, Coimbatore, will make the attempt for becoming the world's first individual to create a world record in the longest drawing criteria.
Ms. Lakshmi will begin her attempt on May 3 at 6 a.m. at Sri Sowdambikai Amman Thirumana Mandapam, AKS Nagar Main Road, Gandhipark.
She expects to complete her drawing at 5 p.m. on May 5.
The drawing attempt is also to enter the Limca Book of Records.
This 14-year-old student from Yuva Bharathi Public School, Coimbatore, will make the attempt for becoming the world's first individual to create a world record in the longest drawing criteria.
Ms. Lakshmi will begin her attempt on May 3 at 6 a.m. at Sri Sowdambikai Amman Thirumana Mandapam, AKS Nagar Main Road, Gandhipark.
She expects to complete her drawing at 5 p.m. on May 5.
The drawing attempt is also to enter the Limca Book of Records.
Coimbatore Corporation initiatives to improve City infrastructure
The Coimbatore Corporation is set to take up a number of works such as the construction of median and improving visibility and safety at traffic junctions across the city, as part of the infrastructure development works being done in view of the World Classical Tamil Conference in June this year.
Some of the main thoroughfares are to be provided with medians that will have ornamental plants. Mettupalayam Road and Tiruchi Road are some of the major roads to have medians.
Mettupalayam Road will have a median from Flower Bazaar to Kavundampalayam (a municipality on the northern border of the Corporation). The median on Tiruchi Road will be constructed in two phases. One will be built from Sanganur Canal to Coimbatore Medical College Hospital. The other will be constructed from the Coimbatore Stock Exchange to the flyover at Ondipudur.
The Corporation has also drawn up a Rs. 75 lakh project for a median on Rangavilas Mill Road – from Avanashi Road to Anna Nagar.
Mettupalayam Road, which had been a source of frustration for the public for sometime because of its condition, will get a fresh look. The Corporation's new bus stand for Udhagamandalam-bound buses is nearing completion on this road.
While the road belongs to the National Highways Authority of India, the Corporation plans to improve the points where its roads meet the thoroughfare. This will be done from the Flower Bazaar to Kavundampalayam.
Footpath will be laid on either side of the road and storm water drains will be provided wherever necessary. Roadside parks will be built under the public-private partnership arrangement. The Corporation is into the process of inviting expression of interest from private parties to create the parks, install lights and maintain these areas for three years. The Corporation told its Council recently that the maintenance period could be extended by three years, if necessary.
The Corporation has also identified private parties for creating parks along the footpath on Avanashi Road, under the public-private partnership initiative.
Some of the main thoroughfares are to be provided with medians that will have ornamental plants. Mettupalayam Road and Tiruchi Road are some of the major roads to have medians.
Mettupalayam Road will have a median from Flower Bazaar to Kavundampalayam (a municipality on the northern border of the Corporation). The median on Tiruchi Road will be constructed in two phases. One will be built from Sanganur Canal to Coimbatore Medical College Hospital. The other will be constructed from the Coimbatore Stock Exchange to the flyover at Ondipudur.
The Corporation has also drawn up a Rs. 75 lakh project for a median on Rangavilas Mill Road – from Avanashi Road to Anna Nagar.
Mettupalayam Road, which had been a source of frustration for the public for sometime because of its condition, will get a fresh look. The Corporation's new bus stand for Udhagamandalam-bound buses is nearing completion on this road.
While the road belongs to the National Highways Authority of India, the Corporation plans to improve the points where its roads meet the thoroughfare. This will be done from the Flower Bazaar to Kavundampalayam.
Footpath will be laid on either side of the road and storm water drains will be provided wherever necessary. Roadside parks will be built under the public-private partnership arrangement. The Corporation is into the process of inviting expression of interest from private parties to create the parks, install lights and maintain these areas for three years. The Corporation told its Council recently that the maintenance period could be extended by three years, if necessary.
The Corporation has also identified private parties for creating parks along the footpath on Avanashi Road, under the public-private partnership initiative.
MSMEs evince interest in overseas opportunities
About two dozen micro, small and medium-scale entrepreneurs (MSMEs) here will visit Malaysia soon to explore business opportunities.
Founder of Entrepreneurs Club-Coimbatore (E-Club) N.S. Kumar told The Hindu that two delegates from Negeri Sembilan in Malaysia visited Coimbatore last week. They invited entrepreneurs here to visit Malaysia and study the investment and business opportunities. About 16 per cent of the population in Negeri Sembilan was Tamils.
Some multinational companies had invested in Negeri Sembilan. Business premises were available for rent or for purchase.
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport was just 45 minutes away and port facilities were also available.
Opportunities
Following a meeting of the delegates with the members of the E-Club here, several manufacturers had evinced interest in exploring opportunities in Malaysia, he said. The entrepreneurs would be able to get 75 per cent of the travelling expenses from the Government.
Some banks here had also evinced interest in units that were willing to invest in Malaysia.
Hence, the E-Club has proposed to take a delegation to Negeri Sembilan soon.
Founder of Entrepreneurs Club-Coimbatore (E-Club) N.S. Kumar told The Hindu that two delegates from Negeri Sembilan in Malaysia visited Coimbatore last week. They invited entrepreneurs here to visit Malaysia and study the investment and business opportunities. About 16 per cent of the population in Negeri Sembilan was Tamils.
Some multinational companies had invested in Negeri Sembilan. Business premises were available for rent or for purchase.
The Kuala Lumpur International Airport was just 45 minutes away and port facilities were also available.
Opportunities
Following a meeting of the delegates with the members of the E-Club here, several manufacturers had evinced interest in exploring opportunities in Malaysia, he said. The entrepreneurs would be able to get 75 per cent of the travelling expenses from the Government.
Some banks here had also evinced interest in units that were willing to invest in Malaysia.
Hence, the E-Club has proposed to take a delegation to Negeri Sembilan soon.
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