Manju Warrier out from Renjith’s film

The Malayalam film industry was elated after hearing the return of Manju Warrier and that too with Mohanlal. The audience was anxiously waiting to see the on screen chemistry between the two when news came in that she will be paired opposite the superstar in a film directed by Renjith named G for Gold. But the latest news has disappointed all as the actress is not in the film.  

Her comeback film will be Roshan Andrews How Old Are You. Mohanlal posted in the Facebook that actor Prithviraj too has a role in Renjith’s film.  But he is also not acting in the film. Manju is not a part of the film as the female lead has not much importance in G for Gold. Sources close to the director said he is not interested in casting the actress in a simple role where she has nothing to perform. Reports said the actress has been informed about it. The shooting of the film directed by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Ashirwad Cinemas will start in January.

Manju Warrier out from Renjith’s film

The Malayalam film industry was elated after hearing the return of Manju Warrier and that too with Mohanlal. The audience was anxiously waiting to see the on screen chemistry between the two when news came in that she will be paired opposite the superstar in a film directed by Renjith named G for Gold. But the latest news has disappointed all as the actress is not in the film.  

Her comeback film will be Roshan Andrews How Old Are You. Mohanlal posted in the Facebook that actor Prithviraj too has a role in Renjith’s film.  But he is also not acting in the film. Manju is not a part of the film as the female lead has not much importance in G for Gold. Sources close to the director said he is not interested in casting the actress in a simple role where she has nothing to perform. Reports said the actress has been informed about it. The shooting of the film directed by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Ashirwad Cinemas will start in January.

DA hike for employees

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state government has issued an order revising the dearness allowance (DA) for its employees and teachers from the existing level of 53 per cent to 63 per cent with retrospective effect from July 1, 2013. An official release said the employees and teachers would get DA at this revised rate starting from the salary for the month of January, 2014. The DA arrears for the period from July to December, 2013, would be merged with their provident fund accounts. Part-time and part-time contingency employees to would be eligible for the DA hike. The details about the revision had been put on the website of the Public Relations Department (www.prd.kerala.gov.in).

DA hike for employees

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The state government has issued an order revising the dearness allowance (DA) for its employees and teachers from the existing level of 53 per cent to 63 per cent with retrospective effect from July 1, 2013. An official release said the employees and teachers would get DA at this revised rate starting from the salary for the month of January, 2014. The DA arrears for the period from July to December, 2013, would be merged with their provident fund accounts. Part-time and part-time contingency employees to would be eligible for the DA hike. The details about the revision had been put on the website of the Public Relations Department (www.prd.kerala.gov.in).

Knee pain? Surgery may not be a solution

Are your knees troubling you? Physical therapy may be a better solution than undergoing surgery, especially an unnecessary one, according to a new study. Arthroscopic surgery on the torn meniscus -- the crescent-shaped cartilage that helps cushion and stabilise knees -- is quite common, but if we are to believe the study conducted in Finland, thousands of people may be undergoing unnecessary surgery.

According to the study, meniscal surgery should be aimed at a narrower group of patients and for many, physical therapy may be a better option, said a report in The New York Times. Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.

The Finnish researchers performed the study on volunteer patients. Some received actual surgery while others simulated procedures. They were not told what procedure they went through. A year later, said the report, most patients in both groups said their knees felt better.  “It’s a well-done study. It gives further credence or support to a number of studies that have shown that giving arthroscopy to patients is not always going to make a difference,” David Jevsevar of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons was quoted as saying.

The study would spur research to better identify patients who should have surgery, he added. The study involved five hospitals and 146 patients, ages 35 to 65, with wear-induced tears and knee pain. About half had mechanical problems like locking or clicking knees. The findings of the study was published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Knee pain? Surgery may not be a solution

Are your knees troubling you? Physical therapy may be a better solution than undergoing surgery, especially an unnecessary one, according to a new study. Arthroscopic surgery on the torn meniscus -- the crescent-shaped cartilage that helps cushion and stabilise knees -- is quite common, but if we are to believe the study conducted in Finland, thousands of people may be undergoing unnecessary surgery.

According to the study, meniscal surgery should be aimed at a narrower group of patients and for many, physical therapy may be a better option, said a report in The New York Times. Although the Finnish study does say that surgery helps, but it should be performed on younger patients and for tears from acute sports injuries. As nearly 80 percent of tears develop from wear and ageing, surgery in those cases should be significantly limited, it contended.

The Finnish researchers performed the study on volunteer patients. Some received actual surgery while others simulated procedures. They were not told what procedure they went through. A year later, said the report, most patients in both groups said their knees felt better.  “It’s a well-done study. It gives further credence or support to a number of studies that have shown that giving arthroscopy to patients is not always going to make a difference,” David Jevsevar of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons was quoted as saying.

The study would spur research to better identify patients who should have surgery, he added. The study involved five hospitals and 146 patients, ages 35 to 65, with wear-induced tears and knee pain. About half had mechanical problems like locking or clicking knees. The findings of the study was published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Skincare mistakes to be avoided

Taking care of the skin is something that everyone wants to follow strictly and whilst some women maintain it pretty well, others still make mistakes. Expert say avoid skincare mistakes like too much of moisturiser and wrong face mask. Jill Zander, founder of the Jill Zander Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, lists skin care regime that could go wrong if not properly monitored, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

- Too Much Moisturiser: If a moisturiser is correctly suited to your skin type, it should feel comfortable on the skin and not leave skin feeling greasy or oily. A day moisturiser should always contain an SPF. Night creams should only be used at night as they tend to be richer and don’t contain any sun protection. Never put moisturiser around your eyes as the thinner skin can easily become overloaded with product and cause blockages that appear as little white spots.

- Over Exfoliating: Go easy on exfoliation. Over-exfoliating can lead to redness and irritation and constantly stripping your skin can actually make the skin greasy. Physical exfoliating scrubs that have sharp, uneven grains can tear or damage the skin. Normal to oily skin only needs exfoliating twice a week.  - Anti-Ageing creams before your skin is ready: Don't use anti-ageing skincare before your skin shows signs of ageing. If you use potent anti-ageing ingredients before your skin needs them, they will either have no effect or a detrimental one.

- The wrong face mask: As with moisturisers, select your face mask according to your skin type. For instance clay-based masks, or those with ingredients for oily, spotty skin, such as salicylic acid will cause normal-dry skin to flake off. If your skin is in need of moisture, select one for dry skin with skin nourishing and replenishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid or vitamin E. 

- Forgetting SPF: Come rain or shine, we should all wear SPF during the day as the sun is the biggest cause of wrinkles. The trick is to find a sunscreen that slips elegantly under foundation and moisturiser and becomes a seamless part of your morning routine. Better still, wear a daily moisturiser or moisturising tint that contains an SPF. 

- Using face wipes: Some face wipes contain harsh chemicals and high levels of alcohol that can dry the skin out. When rubbed vigorously on the skin, particularly around the delicate eye area, they can cause irritation and even stinging or redness. - Sleeping in make-up: Sleeping with dirt, oil and makeup on can cause acne and enlarged pores. Think of make up removal as washing away the day’s grime!

- Frequently changing products: A very common mistake is changing products too often. It’s really important to try a new product for at least three months to see the true effect it has on the skin. If a product doesn’t agree with your skin, stop using it immediately. 

Skincare mistakes to be avoided

Taking care of the skin is something that everyone wants to follow strictly and whilst some women maintain it pretty well, others still make mistakes. Expert say avoid skincare mistakes like too much of moisturiser and wrong face mask. Jill Zander, founder of the Jill Zander Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, lists skin care regime that could go wrong if not properly monitored, reports femalefirst.co.uk.

- Too Much Moisturiser: If a moisturiser is correctly suited to your skin type, it should feel comfortable on the skin and not leave skin feeling greasy or oily. A day moisturiser should always contain an SPF. Night creams should only be used at night as they tend to be richer and don’t contain any sun protection. Never put moisturiser around your eyes as the thinner skin can easily become overloaded with product and cause blockages that appear as little white spots.

- Over Exfoliating: Go easy on exfoliation. Over-exfoliating can lead to redness and irritation and constantly stripping your skin can actually make the skin greasy. Physical exfoliating scrubs that have sharp, uneven grains can tear or damage the skin. Normal to oily skin only needs exfoliating twice a week.  - Anti-Ageing creams before your skin is ready: Don't use anti-ageing skincare before your skin shows signs of ageing. If you use potent anti-ageing ingredients before your skin needs them, they will either have no effect or a detrimental one.

- The wrong face mask: As with moisturisers, select your face mask according to your skin type. For instance clay-based masks, or those with ingredients for oily, spotty skin, such as salicylic acid will cause normal-dry skin to flake off. If your skin is in need of moisture, select one for dry skin with skin nourishing and replenishing ingredients like hyaluronic acid or vitamin E. 

- Forgetting SPF: Come rain or shine, we should all wear SPF during the day as the sun is the biggest cause of wrinkles. The trick is to find a sunscreen that slips elegantly under foundation and moisturiser and becomes a seamless part of your morning routine. Better still, wear a daily moisturiser or moisturising tint that contains an SPF. 

- Using face wipes: Some face wipes contain harsh chemicals and high levels of alcohol that can dry the skin out. When rubbed vigorously on the skin, particularly around the delicate eye area, they can cause irritation and even stinging or redness. - Sleeping in make-up: Sleeping with dirt, oil and makeup on can cause acne and enlarged pores. Think of make up removal as washing away the day’s grime!

- Frequently changing products: A very common mistake is changing products too often. It’s really important to try a new product for at least three months to see the true effect it has on the skin. If a product doesn’t agree with your skin, stop using it immediately. 

Four of family drown in water-filled quarry

.Malappuram: Four members of a family, including three minor children, drowned in a water-filled quarry at Mankada in Malappuram district today, police said. The decesec are Devassia (64), Sino (9), Bino (10) sons of Antony, who is a native of Karimala, Bino (10) son of Joseph.

They said the children went fishing at the quarry when they slipped in and drowned. As they did not return home, their grandfather went looking for them and he too met with the same fate. Fire service personnel and police, assisted by locals, fished out the bodies.

Four of family drown in water-filled quarry

.Malappuram: Four members of a family, including three minor children, drowned in a water-filled quarry at Mankada in Malappuram district today, police said. The decesec are Devassia (64), Sino (9), Bino (10) sons of Antony, who is a native of Karimala, Bino (10) son of Joseph.

They said the children went fishing at the quarry when they slipped in and drowned. As they did not return home, their grandfather went looking for them and he too met with the same fate. Fire service personnel and police, assisted by locals, fished out the bodies.