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K.Ramachandran  is appointed as the General Manager of Technopark. He is the one of the most popular officials ofTechnopark known as Keyar among the techies. He is one of the very first officials of Technopark played a very important role in the development of Technopark over these years. His new responsibilities includes Human resources and administration of Technopark. Join TechnoparkToday to …

The Kerala government is all set to handover a letter again to the Tecom company as a final warning for clarifying its stance regarding the much awaited Smart city project in Kochi. The decision was taken in the cabinet meeting held today. TECOM, the promoters of the project, has been asking for 12% freehold land right whereby they will even …

A Web 2.0 Generation survey conducted by TCS  among over 10000 school-going children between the ages of 12 to 18 in 11 Indian cities has revealed that Kochi’s youth are well into social networking. Networking is an ingrained phenomenon among 87 per cent of the  city’s youth who participated in the survey. Orkut is a clear favourite with 80 per cent. Google …

Amidst widespread rumours regarding the state government withdrawing from the agreement on the Smart City project with Tecom, an Abu Dhabi-based NRI consortium has come forward eyeing the project. With the Smart City project getting delayed for a long time, the state government is considering alternatives. The NRI consortium stands a better chance as the controversial clause of ‘freehold’ does …

The KSEB has claimed that it has not constructed any structures as part of the proposed 1026-mW gas-based power plant at Brahmapuram on the 100 acres of land that was to have been handed over to SmartCity. Sources in SmartCity had alleged that some unauthorised construction was being carried out in the land proposed to be allotted to it. KSEB …

The first phase of Infopark Cherthala is nearing completion and is expected to be commissioned in January 2011. Infopark Cherthala – part of the plan by Kerala IT to expand its reach to outlying districts- will offer developed land and built-up space for IT/ITeS companies, co-developers and commercial development activities. Located at Pallipuram Village in Cherthala Taluk of Alappuzha District, the park …

The KSEB has claimed that it has not constructed any structures as part of the proposed 1026-mW gas-based power plant at Brahmapuram on the 100 acres of land that was to have been handed over to SmartCity. Sources in SmartCity had alleged that some unauthorised construction was being carried out in the land proposed to be allotted to it. KSEB …

Saturn Systemwares Private Limited, a web application development company based in Technopark, Thiruvananthapuram, has bagged a major software contract from Coca-Cola India. Saturn will deploy its flagship product ‘Xeproof,’ a web application designed to help in efficient handling of packaging designs and artworks, ultimately leading to lesser time to market. Starting with Coca-Cola’s Indian and south west Asian operations, it …

Unlike the past years, the signature film of the 15th International Film Festival of Kerala (IFFK) is not going to be an individual director’s work. This time around, the film will be produced by Toonz Animation, Technopark. ‘‘We are so happy that we got selected from about 23 entries for the signature film. We submitted three ideas when the entries …

What is Skycity Kochi Project?Yasoram Skycity is a Flyover, designed with the prime intention of reducing traffic in Kochi City and for boosting tourism and economic activity of the region. The Skycity will extend from Kundannoor near NH 47 Byepass in the south to Sahodaran Ayyappan Road in the north, passing above the Chilavannoor Bund Road and the Backwaters. Another …

Technopark-based animation major Toonz has announced that it has set up its new production unit in Canada- Toonz Entertainment Global in association with Mediabiz International, Canada. TEG, Canada will concentrate on producing both animation and live action properties. “The decision to set base in Canada stems from the growing co-operation between the North American production houses and Asian counterparts. It …

Today, November 25th – The UN day for the elimination of violence against women. Women workers are experiencing more violence in the workplace and at home as the global recession continues. UN research shows that one in three women suffer from violence during their lives. 2010 has witnessed an increase in reporting cases of violence against women in  workplaces.Women are …

Bangalore-based realty major Sobha Developers has said its Rs 5,000 crore hi-tech city project in Kochi is delayed as the company is awaiting clearances from the central government. While necessary state approvals are in, the clearances from the Centre under the Coastal Regulation Management Act and environmental clearances are yet to be attained, Sobha Developers senior official Mr Mathew Francis …

“Techonpark as you know is one of the hot and favorite destination for Kerala’s income blooming with increasing business, floating population, rising commercial complexes and healthy packages.With all these we the Techies are pretty comfortable with our life style. But not to forget, we are not doing well at our basic human values, care for others etc.,at this busy part …

Technopark, India’s largest IT park launched a cultural club named NATANA. The club is being launched in partnership with the Group of Technology companies-a strategic grouping of IT/ITES enterprises of Kerala. NATANA will serve as a platform to create an enabling environment for the IT professionals in Technopark to nurture their artistic talents and creative aspirations. The objective of the …

It has been noted that few of our friends and colleagues across different organizations in Technopark has been diagnosed with Chicken Pox. As you all know Chicken pox or Small pox is a highly contagious illness. It usually starts with vesicular skin rash mainly on the body and head rather than at the periphery and become itchy, raw pockmarks, which …

ipsr solutions ltd., the first public limited IT company in Central Travancore, is now coming to Thiruvananthapuram. IPSR is all set to launch its Thiruvananthapuram branch in the next one week. This will be its 5th branch in Kerala and will be located in Gandhari Amman Kovil Road, Thampanoor. The official inauguration is set for 4th December, 2010. Mr. Sudhir …

With the State Cabinet giving its nod for setting up a ‘World Class University’ at Puthur and a ‘Science City’ in Kainur, Thrissur, known as the cultural capital of Kerala, is all set to become a major education hub in the State. The proposed university at Puthur Village in Thrissur district will be one of the 14 world class universities …