Known for the lyrics he penned for movies including 'Arabi Katha' regarding Communism had won him many fans. His poetry collection includes 'Akshethriyude Atmageetam', "Valayil Veena Kilkal".
Authorities have taken all health precautions in the midst of coronavirus pandemic, ordering classroom teaching in morning and afternoon batches in most schools from 9 am to 1 pm and 1.15pm to 5.15 pm.
Special CBI Judge K Sanal Kumar pronounced the sentence against two accused-- Father Thomas Kottoor and Sister Sephy, and slapped a fine of Rs five lakh on each of them.
The case, which is currently being probed by the Enforcement Directorate, the National Investigation Agency and the Customs Department, pertains to the smuggling of gold in the state through diplomatic channels.
The matter had come to light after 30 kg gold worth Rs 14.82 crores smuggled in a consignment camouflaged as diplomatic baggage was busted in Thiruvananthapuram.
