MBE for P M Belliappa Archive Archive Collector Col Konganda Machaiah Archive Subject Pemmanda M Belliappa Date of Publication Publication Name Indian Express
Kodagu, nestled in Karnataka, India, holds a storied history dating back centuries. Originally called Kodaimalenadu, it was ruled by various dynasties, including the Gangas and Cholas. The region’s unique martial tradition, embodied by the Kodava community, played a role in shaping its cultural identity. Kodagu became an independent state under the Haleri dynasty in the 17th century, later coming under British control. Post-independence, it integrated into the Indian Union. The timeline of Kodagu’s history is intricately detailed on https://kodavaclan.com/kodaguheritage/timeline-on-kodagu-kodavas/, offering a comprehensive journey through the region’s cultural evolution, historical milestones, and interactions with colonial powers, enriching its dynamic present.
MBE for P M Belliappa Archive Archive Collector Col Konganda Machaiah Archive Subject Pemmanda M Belliappa Date of Publication Publication Name Indian Express
Lt. Commander Neema Uthappa Neema was born in Madikeri and served in the Indian Navy from July 2001 to 2009. She is one of the first 3 executive women officers (Command Works Branch) and the… read more »
About the Okka When the Meriyanda Okka was getting extinct, Balyavva from this Okka who was not married bought the Spirit deities Kuliya, Natha and Puda from Kerala and established them in their place. The… read more »
Author of the page Major General Kodandera Arjun Muthanna (Retd) About The British had a system of awards for different ranks. There were awards and medals, for the military and for the civilians. The Victoria… read more »
MIMBAAL 1. Object Name Mimbaal 2. Kodava Name Mimbaal 3. English Name Traditional Fish-Cleaning Knife 4. Alternate Names Mimbaal, Fish-Cleaning Knife, Fish Knife, Meat-Cleaning Knife 5. Short Description Mimbaal is a traditional knife specially used… read more »
One of the Kodava album Modern Kodava Songs was released during the early 90’s Modern Kodava Songs Singers Suchitra Somaya Jimmy Muthappa Venu Abraham Songs Bhagamandla Kshetra Kaveri Thirthamrutha Devi Kaveramma Kodagu Nangada Nanu Na-Nanundu Oh Mamma… read more »
Mondaya – The Main Roof Beam of the Kodava Ainmane The Mondaya (ಮೋಂದಾಯ) is an important structural element of the traditional Kodava Ainmane. A substantial wooden beam forming part of the roof framework, it reflects… read more »
Monnanda Ainmane Location Kukloor (2 -3 Kms from Virajpet) History In the past, the Monnanda okka lived in their first ainmane on the slopes of the Male thirike hill near Virajpet. The hill can be seen from the present ainmane and… read more »