Premium
This is an archive article published on February 25, 2021

Malayalam poet Vishnunarayanan Namboothiri passes away

Namboothiri, 81, one of the widely acclaimed poets of contemporary Malayalam literature, was awarded the Padma Shri in 2014.

google-preferred-btn
Tamil Nadu special DGP removed, Tamil Nadu, IPS officer assaulted, Tamil Nadu news, Indian Express newsAsked by reporters about the complaint, Chief Minister E K Palaniswami said Friday: “Nothing has been proved so far. A probe is on.”

Well-known poet Vishnunarayanan Namboothiri died here on Thursday, family sources said. Namboothiri, 81, one of the widely acclaimed poets of contemporary Malayalam literature, was awarded the Padma Shri in 2014.

Born in Thiruvalla, a place in Pathanamthitta district, Namboothiri’s works are known for their blend of tradition and modernity.

Family sources said he passed away in the afternoon at his residence here. He is also a recipient of several literary honours, including the Kerala Sahitya Akademi award.

Some of his noted works are are Swaathandhryathe-Kurich Oru Geetham, Bhoomigeethangal, India Enna Vikaram, Aparaajitha, Aranyakam, Pranayageethangal, Ujjayiniyile Rappakalukal, among others.

For more lifestyle news, follow us: Twitter: lifestyle_ie | Facebook: IE Lifestyle | Instagram: ie_lifestyle

 

Latest Comment
Post Comment
Read Comments
Advertisement
Live Blog
PHOTOS
In pics: From concept supercars to electronic SUV's: Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025 was all about innovation
In Pics: From Concept Supercars to Electric SUVs – Innovation at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
Top Stories
saiyeed
Rubaiya Sayeed case ‘goof-up’: Court also quashes arrest warrants against 7
Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil
Congress shows the door to rape accused Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil
Tere Ishk Mein, starring Dhanush and Kriti Sanon, is in theatres
Tere Ishk Mein: Dhanush-Kriti Sanon's love story is so toxic, even therapy can't save it
aashka goradia net worth
Naagin star left acting at her peak, launched a beauty brand with Rs 50 lakh investment, today worth Rs 1800 cr
The techie emphasised that employees’ well-being is not the priority in India
‘Applying for vacation is like asking your manager for kidney’: techie living in Germany criticises work culture in India
The invoice, dated November 1, states that the two were fined Rs 5,000 for allowing women to stay the night.
‘This is extortion’: Bengaluru tenant fined Rs 5,000 after 2 girls stayed overnight, incident sparks backlash
AUS vs ENG 2nd Ashes Test Live Cricket Score.
Australia vs England Live Cricket Score, 2nd Ashes Test Day 1
Ruturaj Gaikwad of India and Virat Kohli running between the wickets during the 2nd ODI match between India and South Africa at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur, India, on December 3, 2025. (Photo: CREIMAS for BCCI)
Ruturaj Gaikwad learns the mid-overs momentum game from maestro Kohli
Parliament is trapped in a cycle of disruption. Democracy is paying the price
Parliament is trapped in a cycle of disruption. Democracy is paying the price
IndiGo
Why IndiGo has been hit so hard by new flight duty time limitation rules, explained
Learn how the Japanese concept of Kanso brings calm and clarity through simple design and mindful living (Source: Freepik)
How to apply the Japanese technique Kanso to your life
An artistic visualization of the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft descending towards asteroid Bennu to collect a sample. (NASA/Goddard/University of Arizona)
Asteroid Bennu: NASA detects life-linked sugars, mysterious ‘space gum’ and ancient stardust
Advertisement
Must Read
Australia vs England Live Cricket Score, 2nd Ashes Test Day 1
AUS vs ENG 2nd Ashes Test Live Cricket Score.
Ruturaj Gaikwad learns the mid-overs momentum game from maestro Kohli
Ruturaj Gaikwad of India and Virat Kohli running between the wickets during the 2nd ODI match between India and South Africa at Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket Stadium, Raipur, India, on December 3, 2025. (Photo: CREIMAS for BCCI)
India vs South Africa, 2nd ODI: Aided by dew, visitors show batting might to complete big chase and level three-match series
India vs South Africa 2nd ODI
Asteroid Bennu: NASA detects life-linked sugars, mysterious ‘space gum’ and ancient stardust
An artistic visualization of the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft descending towards asteroid Bennu to collect a sample. (NASA/Goddard/University of Arizona)
Spotify 2025 Wrapped: A look at new tools and what India streamed the most
Globally, Bad Bunny was Spotify’s Top Artist of 2025, crossing 19.8 billion streams and reclaiming the title for the fourth time. (Image: Spotify)
Meta poaches senior Apple designer Alan Dye, behind ‘Liquid Glass’ interface
Apple
How to apply the Japanese technique Kanso to your life
Learn how the Japanese concept of Kanso brings calm and clarity through simple design and mindful living (Source: Freepik)
Advertisement
Buzzing Now
‘Applying for vacation is like asking your manager for kidney’: techie living in Germany criticises work culture in India
The techie emphasised that employees’ well-being is not the priority in India
‘This is extortion’: Bengaluru tenant fined Rs 5,000 after 2 girls stayed overnight, incident sparks backlash
The invoice, dated November 1, states that the two were fined Rs 5,000 for allowing women to stay the night.
US entrepreneur says he worked for over 14 hours without food breaks, X post sparks debate: ‘It will eventually catch up’
He shared that he forgot to eat because he was immersed in his work and chose no distraction
Bryan Johnson says he found his ‘Abigail Adams’ after decades of searching for love: ‘Single most anti-ageing move’
Bryan Johnson girlfriend
Varanasi residents perform 'aarti' of Russian President Vladimir Putin's photograph ahead of his India visit. Watch video
Vladimir Putin aarti in Varanasi
Dec 04: Latest News
Advertisement