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ULLOOR S.PARAMESWARA IYER
Born on June 6, 1877. Father: Subramonia Iyer. Mother: Bhagavathy Ammal. Ulloor S.Parameswar Iyer was a multifarious genius. He was a learned poet, research scholar, favorite teacher, and ablest administrator. He started his career as a teacher in the Fort High School, Thiruvananthapuram and later became the Head Master of the school. Subsequently, he was appointed as Tahsildar and held various offices such as Assistant Secretary to the Government, Curator of the Archeology Department, Private Secretary to Diwan, Diwan Peshakar and Chief Secretary to the Government. He started writing poems even while he was a student. His contribution to the Malayalam literature is precious. Sahithya Charithram (8 vols.) (History of Literature) is the result of Ulloor's research work. No Indian language has such a work as that of Sahithya Charitram. His poetical works elevated Malayalam literature to the newer heights. He wrote more than 25 poems known as Khanda Kavyams. Umakeralam, Karnabhushanam, Pingala, Bhakthi Deepa, Gadhyamalika, Sadachara Deepika, Bhasha Sahithyam, Bhasha Chambukkal are his prominent works. His mahakavyam (long poem) Umaakeralam illustrates a phase in the political history of Kerala of 17th century. He passed away on June 15, 1949.
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Colonel UNNI NAIR (Manakampat Kesavan Unni Nair)
Born on 1911 and Died on 1950Father: Narayana Mangalam Damodaran Nampoothiri Mother:Manaykkambatt Ammu Kutty Amma
Colonel M. K. Unni Nayar was a distinguished Indian journalist, army officer, and international diplomat whose life exemplified intellectual brilliance, professional courage, and unwavering dedication to global peace. He is remembered as one of India’s early representatives in international peace missions under the United Nations.Colonel Unni Nayar pursued his higher education at Madras Christian College, where he graduated with Honours in Literature. From his early years, he was widely recognised for his literary talent, analytical insight, and intellectual excellence.
He began his professional career in journalism with prominent newspapers such as The Mail (Madras) and The Statesman (Calcutta). During the Second World War, he served as a war correspondent, reporting from several international theatres including Africa, Europe, Burma, Indonesia, China, and Italy. His dispatches were noted for their clarity, depth of analysis, and courageous frontline reporting.
In addition to his achievements in journalism, he served in the Reserve of Officers of the Indian Army and rose to the rank of Colonel, demonstrating disciplined leadership and strategic acumen. His dual role as both journalist and military officer reflected his versatility and commitment to national and international service.
During the Korean War, he was appointed as Alternate Delegate to the United Nations Commission on Korea, representing India’s commitment to peace, diplomacy, and international cooperation. On 12 August 1950, while on official United Nations duty near Waegwan in South Korea, he was killed when his vehicle struck a landmine. He is recorded as the only Indian casualty serving under a United Nations assignment during the Korean conflict.
Colonel M. K. Unni Nair remains a lasting symbol of courage, integrity, and global service, remembered for his contributions to journalism, military service, and international diplomacy. |
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USHA.P.T.
Born on May 20, 1964. P.T.Usha is prominent among India's prestigious athlets. She made sensation in the 1984 Los Angles Olympics when she came fourth position in 400 M hurdles and lost an Olympics medal for the fraction of seconds. She represented India in Seoul Asia (1986) and won four gold medals.
She participated in four Olympics Games – Moscow Olympics (1980), Los Angeles Olympics (1984), Seoul Olympics (1988) and Atlanta Olympics (1996). She is fondly called as Payyoli Express.
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