AR Rahman inaugurates world’s largest sound healing dome at Tulåh Clinical Wellness in Kozhikode
Kozhikode: Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman on Saturday, February 7, inaugurated the world’s largest sound healing dome, called the Sonorium, at Tulåh Clinical Wellness in Kozhikode
Rahman unveiled the immersive wellness space during a visit with his Indian classical ensemble JHALAA.
Describing the Sonorium as a “profoundly therapeutic” space, he said, “the sound vibrations are deeply healing. The stillness and purity of Tulåh naturally helps improve concentration, creativity and recovery."
Founded by Faizal Kottikollon, Tulåh Clinical Wellness worked together with Svaram, Auroville, to develop the Sonorium, designed on a seven-fold geometric pattern symbolising the seven chakras of the human body.
“The dome works like an instrument, seamlessly integrated with sound tools, bringing together ancient knowledge and modern science,” Kottikollon said.
The structure is designed to produce precisely calibrated acoustic frequencies that help relaxation, balance the nervous system and support the body’s natural healing process. The space will host guided sound therapy sessions, meditative immersions and specially designed wellness programmes led by international practitioners.
With increasing global interest in non-invasive and experiential wellness therapies, the Sonorium is expected to strengthen Kerala’s position as a key destination for sound healing and integrative wellness. Tulåh Clinical Wellness Sonorium will open for visitors and bookings from March 2026.
About Tulåh Clinical Wellness Sanctuary
Tulåh Clinical Wellness Sanctuary was opened in April 2025 at Chelembra, near Kozhikode Airport. Spread across 30 acres, the project was developed under the leadership of Faizal E. Kottikollon, founder and chairman of KEF Holdings, and Shabana Faizal.
Built with an investment of ₹1,000 crore, Tulåh aims to redefine global wellness by combining Ayurveda, Chinese and Tibetan medicine, yoga, meditation, sports rehabilitation and genome-based treatments.
The sanctuary is closely associated with Meitra Hospital in Kozhikode, a leading healthcare facility under KEF Holdings. This partnership is expected to promote Kerala as a global hub for medical value tourism, attracting international visitors seeking holistic and science-based wellness care.
Faizal Kottikollon has also announced ambitious plans to establish 100 Tulah Centers worldwide under the brand ‘Urban Tulah’. These centers, each spanning 10,000 square feet, will bring premium wellness solutions to major cities. The first Urban Tulah center is set to open in Dubai.
Faizal E. Kottikollon, the son of P.K. Ahmed, founder of Kozhikode-based Peekay Steel, has been a trailblazer in business, healthcare, and philanthropy. Alongside his wife, Shabana Faizal, he runs the Faizal & Shabana Foundation, which actively supports social and educational development initiatives.
Shabana hails from Mangaluru in Karnataka state of India. She is the only daughter of prominent businessman and socio religious leader Late B Ahmed Haji Mohiudeen who founded the prestigious BA Group of Businesses in Thumbay near Mangaluru.
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Delhi: Father, son held for killing 19-year-old woman in suspected honour killing
New Delhi (PTI): The Delhi Police has arrested a man and his son for allegedly murdering his 19-year-old daughter in west Delhi's Hari Nagar area, an official said on Friday.
The case first came to light on April 1 after a PCR call was received around 2 pm, alleging that a woman had been killed by her family members and her body was being taken for last rites, he said.
The accused, identified as Mohammad Maneer (55), a vegetable vendor, and his son Meraj Ali (19), were arrested in connection with the case, the officer said.
The victim had been in a relationship with a man from her native place for the past two years, which was opposed by her father, Maneer and brother Meraj, he said.
"When the girl did not end the relationship despite objections, the family killed her," the officer said.
On April 1, the police said that when their team reached the spot, they found that the woman's body was being taken for burial.
Acting on the input, the burial process was stopped over suspicion of honour killing.
"Police intercepted the family members and took possession of the body," he said.
Police said that the man who had made the PCR told them that the woman was in love with his cousin.
During the inquiry, police also interacted with the PCR caller, who said his cousin, a friend of the deceased, had informed him about the situation and suspected foul play, prompting him to alert the police control room.
The body of the woman was subsequently shifted to the mortuary of Deen Dayal Upadhyay Hospital for preservation and postmortem.
Police said that both the crime team and the forensic science laboratory (FSL) team were called to inspect the scene and collect evidence.
Police said that, as per the postmortem report, the cause of death was identified as smothering, indicating that the woman was suffocated.
A preliminary inquiry also revealed that the family had initiated preparations for the last rites soon after the woman's death, raising suspicion about the circumstances.
Initial investigation pointed to the family's opposition to the woman's relationship.
"The family members of the woman saw her with the man, and she was taken back home. We got to know that she was beaten up and even locked inside the house for some days," a source said.
Further investigation into the matter is underway, police added.
