Two young Taekwondo athletes from Kodagu representing India shined at the Hwa Rang Warrior Asia Cup 2026 held in Selangor, Malaysia recently.
Devangi Janmoh won the gold medal in her individual sparring category and played a leading role in India’s bronze medal finish in the team event.
Meanwhile, Tharanga Janmoh also played a crucial role in the same Indian team that secured the bronze medal.
The championship drew a large field of clubs and academies from across Malaysia along with international contingents.
Daughters of Kuyyamudi Charan Kumar and Deeksha, Devangi and Tharanga are granddaughters of Kuyyamudi Janardhana and Mohini and Paladka Mukkati Lokanath and Meenakshi.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / October 01st, 2026
Kalanithi Maran built one of India’s biggest media empires. Yet the woman standing beside him has shaped much of its success from the start. Kavery Kalanithi (also known as Kaveri Maran) is far more than the wife of the Sun Group chairman. She is Executive Director of Sun TV Network, the force behind its content strategy, and one of the highest-paid executives in Indian corporate history.
Here’s a clear, up-to-date look at her life, work, and family.
Kavery hails from Kodagu (Coorg) in Karnataka. She married Kalanithi Maran in 1991. At the time, Kalanithi was still shaping his vision after returning from an MBA at the University of Scranton in the United States. He had seen the explosion of television channels there and wanted to bring something similar to South India.
Kavery joined the journey almost immediately. When Sun TV launched in 1993, she stepped into a hands-on role. What began as a single Tamil channel grew under the couple’s combined leadership into a network of more than 30 channels across Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Bengali, and Marathi. In 2024 the group even entered the Hindi market with Sun Neo.
Their partnership has always been professional as well as personal. Both ranked among India’s highest-paid executives, each drawing packages in the tens of crores in earlier years. Kavery’s remuneration has consistently been reported around ₹87 crore in recent financial years.
Her Role in Building the Sun Empire
Kavery oversees content across the network. She watches competing channels closely and believes feedback is essential—something her husband instilled early. Under her watch the group expanded beyond South India and strengthened its overseas presence among the Tamil diaspora.
Key contributions include:
Driving content that keeps Sun TV dominant in Tamil Nadu (often around 40% viewership share).
Expanding into Marathi and Bengali markets.
Supporting the group’s move into digital streaming through Sun NXT.
Helping maintain the network’s strong film production arm, Sun Pictures.
She rarely seeks the spotlight. Colleagues and industry watchers describe her as focused, detail-oriented, and quietly decisive. While Kalanithi handles the broader business vision, Kavery has long owned the creative and content side.
Family Life and the Next Generation
The couple has one daughter, Kavya (also spelled Kaviya) Kalanithi Maran, born in the early 1990s. Kavya is Executive Director at Sun TV Network and heads the group’s cricket interests—Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL, Sunrisers Eastern Cape in South Africa’s SA20, and Sunrisers Leeds in England’s The Hundred.
As of October 2026, Kavya is preparing to marry music composer Anirudh Ravichander. The wedding reception is scheduled for 21 November 2026 in Chennai. Kalanithi and Kavery have already begun inviting political leaders, including meetings with Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister.
The family maintains a relatively private profile despite their public business roles and political connections (Kalanithi is the grand-nephew of the late M. Karunanidhi and son of former Union Minister Murasoli Maran).
Quick Facts Table
Detail
Information
Full Name
Kavery Kalanithi Maran (Kaveri Maran)
Hometown
Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka
Marriage
1991 to Kalanithi Maran
Profession
Executive Director, Sun TV Network
Key Responsibility
Content strategy across 30+ channels
Daughter
Kavya Kalanithi Maran (SRH CEO)
Notable Salary (reports)
Around ₹87 crore in recent years
Current Focus (2026)
Content, digital growth, family milestones
Why Kavery Matters in Indian Media
Kavery represents a quieter style of leadership. She entered the business at its foundation and stayed through every expansion, from a single channel to a multi-language powerhouse that reaches over 140 million households. Her consistent presence has given Sun TV stability and a strong content identity.
In an industry often dominated by louder personalities, her approach—watch the product closely, expand carefully, and let results speak—has proven effective for more than three decades.
Conclusion
Kavery Kalanithi is not just Kalanithi Maran’s wife. She is a co-architect of one of India’s most successful regional media groups. From the early days of Sun TV in 1993 to the network’s current scale and the family’s next chapter with their daughter’s wedding in November 2026, she has remained a steady, influential presence. Her story shows how behind-the-scenes leadership can shape an entire industry.
source: http://www.gmdcalibration.in / GMD Calibration / Home / by gopalkumarjha111991@gmail.com / October 18th, 2026
Madikeri MLA Dr Mantar Gowda visited the residence of international athlete Machhettira Poovamma in Mangaluru and felicitated her for bringing glory to India and Karnataka through her historic gold medal-winning performance at the Asian Games.
Congratulating Poovamma on her remarkable achievement, Dr Mantar Gowda praised her as a proud daughter of Kodagu and said her exceptional contribution to the field of sports had brought immense pride to the entire region.
During the interaction, the MLA also extended a warm invitation to Machhettira Poovamma to attend the prestigious Madikeri Dasara celebrations as the chief guest.
source: http://www.daijiworld.com / DaijiWorld.com / Home> Karnataka / by DaijiWorld Media News Network – Mangaluru (NJC) / October 03rd, 2026
Dr. K.P. Lalitha (Rashmi Nanjappa Kallichanda) has been selected for the 24th Kodagina Gowramma Endowment Award of the Kodagu District Kannada Sahitya Parishat for her book ‘Kodagina Janapada Kathegalu’ (Kodagu Folk Tales).
The award has been instituted by B.G. Vasanth, son of writer Kodagina Gowramma, to honour outstanding works by women writers of Kodagu. So far, 23 women writers have received the award.
Dr.Lalitha has worked extensively in translation research and folklore studies. She has served as Head of the Kannada Department at BMS Women’s College, Bengaluru and as Deputy Director of Mysore University’s Prasaranga. She is currently the Executive Editor of Prasaranga.
A native of Kodagu, Dr.Lalitha graduated from Mangalore University and secured a gold medal in her postgraduate studies at the University of Mysore.
Her doctoral thesis on Kodagu place names was subsequently published by the Sahitya Akademi.
Her research works include ‘Vivaksha’, ‘Vivechane’, ‘Jeevantha Paleyulikegalu’ (On Living Relics), ‘Kodagina Bhashe Mathu Samskruthi’ (Kodagu’s Language and Culture), ‘Kodagina Janapada Kathegalu’ and ‘Shodhaneya Haadiyalli’ (On the Path of Research). She has also authored ‘Oororme,’ a collection of research essays in English.
Her play, ‘Pommodeera Ponnappa,’ based on the history and folklore of Kodagu, was staged 11 times to full houses at Rangashankara in Bengaluru. It was later translated into English and performed in New York, Sydney and New South Wales.
Dr.Lalitha has published 29 research papers in reputed international journals and has presented papers at State, National and International Seminars. Her research work has also earned her the Abdul Kalam National Award from NITI Aayog.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / October 04th, 2026
Allumada Saanchi Bollamma of Karnataka A Team clinched gold in the 65–70 kg category at the 1st Elite South India Boxing Championship 2026, defeating fellow Karnataka boxer Bolthura Roshani Muthanna by unanimous decision in an all-Karnataka final.
The championship was held at the Koramangala Indoor Stadium, Bengaluru, from September 16 to 19.
Bollamma entered the final after defeating Tamil Nadu boxer Anitha P in the semifinals. Roshani, representing Karnataka B Team, booked her place in the title bout by defeating Telangana boxer Anjali Korra in the other semifinal.
In the final, Bollamma prevailed by unanimous decision to take the gold medal, while Roshani took silver.
Bollamma
Saanchi Bollamma is the daughter of late Allumada Anil Uthappa and Ashika (née Kallangada), Nalkeri. She is currently studying at PES University, Bengaluru, and trains under Coach Appachu at CABC, Bengaluru.
Roshani
Roshani Muthanna is the daughter of late B.G. Muthanna, an ex-serviceman, and Kanda (née Annira), Balele. She is pursuing her studies at the University of Mysore and trains under Coach Jeshwanth.
The achievement marks a notable showing by the two Karnataka boxers, who met in the final of the elite-level South India championship.
source: http://www.clnews.in / CoffeeLand News / Home> Sports / by CLN Newsdesk / September 19th, 2026
India finally ended its wait for an athletics gold medal as the women’s 4×400 mts relay quartet of Kiran Pahal, Machettira Poovamma, Prachi and Vithya Ramaraj produced a composed run to clinch the gold at the ongoing Asian Games 2026 at Aichi-Nagoya in Japan.
The Indian team clocked 3:29.69 in the final to finish first, with Bahrain taking silver in 3:30.21 and China claiming bronze in 3:31.02. The victory was India’s first athletics gold of the Games and came after the country had collected a string of silver and bronze medals in track and field.
The quartet held its composure in a closely contested race, with Bahrain and China staying in contention before India pulled clear in closing stages. The victory underlined the depth of India’s women’s quarter-mile programme.
Poovamma of Kodagu brought considerable experience to the quartet, while Kiran, Prachi and Vithya combined to maintain the pressure through the four legs. Poovamma and Vithya had earlier been part of India’s mixed 4×400 mts relay silver-medal winning team, making yesterday’s gold another significant achievement for the two runners.
The women’s 4×400 mts relay triumph finally put India atop an athletics podium at Aichi-Nagoya and provided a fitting highlight to a day of multiple track and field medals.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Sports / September 30th, 2026
Karthamada Shama Appanna, wife of Karthamada Dicky Appanna and a resident of Trendz Apartment in Bogadi, Mysuru, has won ‘Amritha Cinecrafts – Mrs. India Women of Substance-Season 9’ held at Sheraton Grand Hotel at Brigade Gateway, Bengaluru, on Sept. 27.
Originally from Ponnampet, Kodagu, she is the daughter of Chowrira Bopaiah and Sharada.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> Photo News / September 30th,2026
The Annual Kodava Convention of North America brought together more than 500 guests in Houston, Texas, from Sept. 4 to 6, with 141 Kodava families from 116 cities and three countries taking part.
This was the third time Texas hosted the event, following earlier gatherings in Austin and Dallas. Preparations began more than 14 months ago, with Kodava families from the Greater Houston area involved.
The Convention opened on Sept. 4 with a ‘Meet the Hosts’ gathering, allowing participants to reconnect with friends and families from across North America and overseas.
The celebrations on Sept. 5 had a distinct Texas flavour, with optional morning run/walk and shooting range activities, followed by a pre-convention celebration at a ranch-style venue. The programme featured Bollywood and Western line dance performances by Houston hosts and a Mexican folk dance by guest artistes.
On Sept. 6, participants visited NASA’s Johnson Space Centre before attending the Main Convention programme centred on the theme, ‘What does it mean to be a Kodava today?’
Kodagu brought to Houston
The Convention venue featured a Kodava heritage exhibition displaying traditional jewellery, clothing, household and cookware items, along with storyboards on Kodava history and identity. Tables were named after villages in Kodagu, while traditional Kodava proverbs were used for an interactive quiz.
The décor also reflected Kodagu’s landscape, incorporating coffee beans, paddy, anthuriums, banana stems and flowers.
The main programme began with a traditional prayer song and ceremonial lamp lighting by members of the Baduvamanda and Gummatira families. Traditional ‘Ummathat’ by Kodava women and ‘Bolkaat’, the martial dance performed by Kodava men, were among the highlights. A contemporary dance by Kodava women and a children’s skit, ‘Two Boots, One Beat’, exploring the cultural similarities and contrasts between Texas and Kodagu, were also presented.
Tradition takes centre stage
A multigenerational panel discussion, ‘One Heritage, Many Journeys: Being Kodava Today’, brought together five Kodavas from different generations to discuss identity, traditions and the challenges of preserving their heritage while living away from Kodagu. Live polling also allowed the audience to share their views.
The convention also saw the introduction of ‘arivāme’, a Kodava heritage and language app aimed at supporting the preservation and teaching of Kodava Thakk.
The programme concluded with an update from Kodava Koota on its activities and plans, followed by dinner featuring Kodava and Indian cuisine. The evening ended with music and Kodava Vaalaga, with guests joining the celebrations on the dance floor.
source: http://www.starofmysore.com / Star of Mysore / Home> News / September 30th, 2026
The service will operate from Shantinagar Bus Stand in Bengaluru via Mysuru, Hunsur, Kushalnagar, Madikeri and Karagunda, providing a direct overnight connection to Bhagamandala, a release states. | Photo Credit: FILE PHOTO
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) will introduce a new Rajahamsa bus service between Bengaluru and Bhagamandala in Kodagu from October 1, 2026, according to KSRTC Bengaluru Central Division.
The service will operate from Shantinagar Bus Stand in Bengaluru via Mysuru, Hunsur, Kushalnagar, Madikeri and Karagunda, providing a direct overnight connection to Bhagamandala, the release stated.
The bus will depart from Shantinagar at 10.30 p.m. and reach the Mysuru Road Bus Stand at 11.16 p.m., Madikeri at 5.15 a.m. and Bhagamandala at 6.15 a.m. On the return journey, the bus will leave Bhagamandala at 8.30 p.m., reach Madikeri at 10 p.m. and arrive at Shantinagar Bus Stand at 4.30 a.m.
The fare from Bengaluru to Madikeri has been fixed at ₹545 for adults and ₹296 for children, while the fare to Bhagamandala will be ₹608 for adults and ₹328 for children, according to the release.
source: http://www.thehindu.com / The Hindu / Home> News> India> Karnataka / by The Hindu Bureau / September 29th, 2026
Image: India’s High Commissioner to Australia, Nagesh Singh addressing the Commonwealth Club of Australia’s Capital Lecture Series Dinner in Canberra (Source: X)
India’s High Commissioner to Australia, Nagesh Singh, has highlighted the deepening India–Australia relationship and its historic foundations while addressing the Commonwealth Club of Australia’s Capital Lecture Series Dinner in Canberra.
Singh was the distinguished guest speaker at the event, where he reflected on the longstanding connections between the two countries, their shared Indo-Pacific outlook and the growing breadth of the bilateral partnership.
He also highlighted the enduring legacy of Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa, who served as India’s High Commissioner to Australia and played a pivotal role in establishing the Commonwealth Club in Canberra in 1954.
High Commissioner of India @nageshsinghIFS addressed the Commonwealth Club of Australia’s Capital Lecture Series Dinner as the distinguished guest speaker. Reflected on the historic connection between India and Australia, deepening partnership, shared Indo-Pacific outlook and the… pic.twitter.com/QshgwLstYp
Cariappa arrived in Australia in 1953 and envisioned a neutral and welcoming space where diplomats and members of the local community could meet and interact as equals.
In January 1954, he presented the idea to then Australian Prime Minister Sir Robert Menzies, who encouraged the initiative. Cariappa subsequently brought together community members to establish what became the Commonwealth Club.
The club went on to attract 116 foundation members and welcomed women as members from its beginning. Its first premises were at historic Old Canberra House before it moved to its present Yarralumla location in 1965.
Today, the Commonwealth Club describes itself as a longstanding meeting place for Canberra’s diplomatic, political and community circles, continuing the tradition of connection established by its founders.
Cariappa’s contribution came during an important period in India–Australia relations.
Well-known Australian historian Prof. David Walker has observced that India was among the most persistent international critics of Australia’s White Australia policy during the 1950s, with India’s concerns contributing to wider debate within Australia.
Despite the difficult political environment of the era, Cariappa developed strong personal connections in Canberra and became a well-known figure in Australian social and diplomatic circles.
Cariappa, a distinguished military officer and later India’s first Field Marshal, was also known for his interest in Indian philosophical traditions, including the Upanishads and the Bhagavad Gita.
He arrived in Australia in September 1953 accompanied by his 12-year-old daughter, Nalini, and his niece Sagari Chengappa, who assisted him as hostess at official functions.
The Commonwealth Club’s history reflects Canberra’s evolution from a small early settlement into Australia’s national capital and the development of its diplomatic and community networks.
More than seven decades after its establishment, the club continues to promote the values of connection, diplomacy and community that shaped its foundation.
Singh’s address brought that history into the context of contemporary India–Australia relations, as the two countries continue to expand cooperation across trade, education, defence, technology, critical minerals and the broader Indo-Pacific.
source: http://www.theaustraliatoday.com / The Australia Today / Home> News / by Amit Sarwal / September 26th, 2026
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