#Malayala Manorama

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Honouring Loved Ones with Obituary Ads in Malayala Manorama

Choosing to place a Malayala Manorama obituary not only honours the life of the deceased but also allows those who knew them to come together in grief and remembrance.

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Manorama Matrimonial : Finding Love in Kerala’s Trusted Herald

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Malayala Manorama newspaper classifieds: opportunities await you!

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Cryptid of the Day: Kallana

Description: The Kaani tribes of Southern India claim a distinct dwarf species of elephant roaming the rainforest called Kallana, said to be 5ft tall, and capable of trekking higher terrain. In 2010, the animal was photographed by Benny Ajantha & published in the Malayala Manorama. 

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I need to talk about HOW HARD it was to find the Malayalam words for vulva and labia and clitoris, because they are so soo far from common parlance. A quick Google helped me discover the words for "vulva" and "clitoris". They are bhagam and krsari respectively. Both Sanskrit loanwords.

But I simply COULDN'T find a suitable word for "labia" no matter how many online dictionaries I looked it up in. No issues, the thing to do then is to take either of the common Malayalam words for "lips" and combine that with the word for "vulva" to make up my own word. But the commonly used words for lips are Dravidian, which is idk, doesn't adhere properly with "bhagam", which, like I said is Sanskrit. I need a synonym for the Malayalam words for "lips" that is either another Dravidian word meaning "lips" that might better suit "bhagam" phonetically, OR a Sanskrit loanword (or a Malayalam word having a Sanskrit root). I Googled around and discovered two, "ōshtam" and "vilumbu". Vilumbu is Dravidian ig, but I can't use vilumbu because it sounds too similar to the words denoting "fart" and "outdoor latrine" 😐. It would have to be ōshtam. Idk exactly if ōshtam means "lips" in Sanskrit, or if it does, if it still retains that meaning exactly after entering Malayalam (a ton of Sanskrit words get slightly different meanings after entering other Indian languages as loanwords, sometimes drastically different meanings) .

THEN I looked at what @xoomieeeee wrote in Hindi in that post and yup, she uses that exact word (ōshtam), IN COMBINATION WITH bhagam (vulva). Hehe, clearly either she had the same issue I do and had the same idea, or in Hindi "bhagōshtam" is either a well-known/already-established word. Guess I found my word. ☺️☺️

Instead of the Sanskrit word "ōshtam" meaning "lips" I guess I could also have used a word meaning "edge" ("ōram" - idk if Dravidian or Sanskrit tho, but doesn't matter as it would combine well with bhagam). But then is saying the labia is the "edge" of the vulva accurate? 🤔🤔🤔

So in short we don't have proper words for a whole entire parts of human female anatomy and have to go on an expedition into Sanskrit or Dravidian lexical corpora to MAKE UP A SUITABLE WORD. And where we DO have single, proper noun for things (like yoni for vagina or krsari for clitoris) they aren't well known!!! Ok, "yoni" is well known (thanks women's magazines, also fuck u 😤) But NO ONE who hasn't googled it has ever heard of "bhagam" or "krsari", if they aren't a whole-ass Malayalam professor. I'd be surprised if even a Master's student of Sanskrit or Malayalam literature knew "bhagam" or "krsari". Maybe it's time to call the Malayala Manorama and ask them to get on this severe shortcoming. If they can make up and popularise a native word for "restroom" they can make up better words for female anatomy, OR popularise whatever is above. But fuck women and fuck female anatomy and health I guess, they are NOT IMPORTANT 😤😤😤😤😤

(Reposting as this deserves it's own post).

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Onam specials in Malayalam print media

Literature and festivals have always had a close connection – be it Onam in Kerala, Durga Puja in Bengal, or Bihu in Assam. These are times to celebrate and rejuvenate the mind and soul with some food for thought – with some literature, which takes the form of festive magazines and supplements. Magazines that include the words of the literary high and mighty as well as the aspiring all and sundry.

Onam is a harvest festival celebrated by Malayalis in the Malayalam month of Chingam, which corresponds to mid-August to about mid-September on the Gregorian calendar. According to Malayali tradition, it symbolizes the yearly return of King Mahabali through the values of equality, prosperity, and harmony.

During the festival, Malayalis decorate the entrance of their homes with athapookkalam, a type of floral carpet created by adding a layer of flowers each day from atham (the first day of Onam) to thiruvonam (the tenth or final day of the 10 day festival). In modern times, many make the pookkalam on thiruvonam with lamps arranged in the middle or on the edges. Swings are put over trees and courtyards and traditional games such as uriyadi, vadam vali (tug of war), vallam kali (boat race), and pulikkali (masquerading as tigers) are played. Malayalis perform a special kind of dance called Thiruvathira, often to the tunes of onappatt (Onam special folk songs) sung by the legend Yesudas and others. Women adorn new Kasavu sarees while men don the mundu (dhoti), both in white with gold borders.

The Onam Sadya is a grand vegetarian feast served on banana leaves. It includes a variety of dishes over nine courses with around 20-30 different items ranging from avial, sambhar, rasam, pulissery, olan, kaalan, thoran, pachadi, banana chips, and payasam (kheer). This elaborate feast serves as a symbol of unity.

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Media houses such as Malayala Manorama, Mathrubhumi, and Deshabhimani come out with Onam specials, said Malayalam translator Kabani C. Other publications such as Deepika, Janayugam, Mangalam, Kerala Koumudi, Kalakoumudi, and Samakalika Malayalam also bring out Onam specials with serious content not aimed at the mass market. Thaliru, a children's magazine, and online publications also publish festive editions, she added.

The tradition of bringing out Onam supplements began before 1956, she said, adding that when the state of Kerala was formed in 1956, many Malayalam magazines in publication were already bringing out Onam festive editions.

“The Manorama Onam special used to have a circulation of about one lakh copies, though it's not clear whether the dip in magazine circulation has affected them too,” she told

Indian Printer & Publisher. Onam specials are available outside Kerala as Malayala Manorama and Mathrubhumi have editions in Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and the Gulf countries. The Onam supplements are also available for eReading through online apps such as Magzter.

The Malayalam periodicals save the best stories of the year for Onam specials, she said, adding it is a great advertisement opportunity for magazines and brands alike as Onam is an auspicious time to make purchases. It is a big revenue opportunity for magazines and newspapers that bring out these multi-volume supplements, often offering extra remuneration to writers, she added.

Last year, all Onam editions of mainstream periodicals were published in two volumes and were priced between Rs 120 and Rs 160. There were more than 250 pages in all editions – Mathrubhumi had 548 pages, Madhyamam 292, Deshabhimani 484, while Janyugam had 388 pages, Dr C V Suresh, teacher and author, told Indian Printer & Publisher.

Care is taken to satisfy readers of all levels with stories, poems, articles, interviews, features, travelogues, and autobiographies, he said.

In the 2023 Onam specials, 30 poems were published in Mathrubhumi, 28 in Deshabhimani, and 20 in Madhyamam while 25 stories were featured in Mathrubhumi, 12 in Madhyamam, and eight in Deshabhimani, he said. Among poets, Sachidanandan and K G Shankarapilla were seen in almost all the versions, while T Padmanabhan and C Radhakrishnan were the popular story writers. “The Prasadhakan came in a single volume of 324 pages for Rs 100. It was a magnificent production with 25 stories and 32 poems,” he said.

“Sunil Njaliath presented the life of Mamata Banerjee as a feature in Mathrubhumi. Zakaria's Turkey travelogue was good. In Mathrubhumi, I enjoyed stories such as N Prabhakaran's Gloria, Chandramathi's Elivatorile Pranayam (Love in an Elevator), and T D Ramakrishnan's Abhayarthi (Refugee). Among poems, Aaratri by P P Ramachandran and Ammu Deepa's Jalappedi (Fearing Water) stood out,” he said.

The section on books in Deshabhimani was interesting and an interview with Mahua Moitra in the Madhyamam was good, he said, adding the efforts to create an Onam special reading season have largely been successful.

“I remember me as a young reader trying to complete all the Onam specials available,” Kabani said, adding she is looking forward to this year’s specials. “As a reader, I look forward to interesting works of creative writing, special cover stories as well as interviews in Onappathipp 2024,” Suresh said.

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Críptido del día: Kallana

Descripción: Las tribus Kaani del sur de la India afirman que hay una especie enana distinta de elefante que deambula por la selva tropical llamada Kallana, que se dice que mide 5 pies de altura y es capaz de caminar por terrenos más altos. En 2010, el animal fue fotografiado por Benny Ajantha y publicado en el Malayala Manorama.

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Malayala Manorama Quickerala.com സംഘടിപ്പിക്കുന്ന Machinery & Trade Expo (B2B & B2C Exhibition) Season 3 നാലാം ദിവസവും വിജയകരമായി മുന്നേറുന്നു. നവംബർ 15ന് കൊച്ചി മറൈൻ ഡ്രൈവിൽ ആരംഭിച്ച യന്ത്രങ്ങളുടെ മഹോത്സവം ഇന്ന് അവസാനിക്കും. പ്രവേശനം സൗജന്യമാണ്.

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Top 5 Best Education Consultants in Kerala

Choosing the right educational path can be a challenging task, and that’s where education consultants come in. Education consultants in Kerala play a crucial role in guiding students and parents through the maze of educational opportunities available. In this article, we will introduce you to the top 5 best education consultants in Kerala, who have earned a reputation for their expertise and commitment to helping students achieve their educational goals.

Career Launcher

Career Launcher is a renowned education consulting firm in Kerala, known for its comprehensive guidance and coaching services. They provide expert advice on various competitive exams, including NEET, JEE, and CAT, and offer personalized counseling to help students choose the right career path. Their experienced team of educators is dedicated to helping students excel in their chosen fields.

Manorama Horizon

Manorama Horizon, an initiative by the Malayala Manorama Group, is another top education consultant in Kerala. They offer a wide range of services, from career counseling to test preparation. With a strong network of professionals and educational experts, Manorama Horizon has helped countless students make informed decisions about their education and career.

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BrainTree Global

BrainTree Global, based in Kochi, is known for its holistic approach to education consultancy. They offer guidance not only on mainstream courses but also on niche fields and emerging career options. BrainTree’s team of experts provides personalized counseling to ensure that students are on the right track to achieve their dreams.

Get My Uni

Get My Uni is an online platform that has gained popularity for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive information on colleges and courses in Kerala. While not a traditional education consultant, Get My Uni serves as a valuable resource for students looking for detailed information about colleges, admission processes, and scholarships. It simplifies the college search process and helps students make informed decisions.

Eduworld Consultants

Eduworld Consultants, with offices in multiple cities in Kerala, offers a wide array of educational services. They specialize in overseas education, helping students fulfill their aspirations of studying abroad. Eduworld Consultants provide guidance on choosing the right destination, university, and course, as well as assistance with visa applications and pre-departure preparations.

Conclusion

Navigating the educational landscape can be daunting, but with the guidance of the top 5 best education consultants in Kerala mentioned above, students can make informed decisions about their academic and career pursuits. These consultants offer a range of services, from career counseling to test preparation, and cater to diverse educational needs. So, if you’re in Kerala and looking for expert advice on your educational journey, consider reaching out to one of these reputable consultants to pave the way for your future success. Remember, a well-informed choice today can lead to a brighter tomorrow.

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Honouring Loved Ones: Booking Obituary Ads in Malayala Manorama

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Connecting Communities: The Role of Classifieds in Malayala Manorama

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#BookReview: "Mrs. K.M. Mathew's Finest Recipes," released by Penguin Random House in India, is a unique compilation that exhibits the renowned Mrs. K.M. Mathew's culinary talent. This comprehensive collection includes her most cherished and adored recipes, which have thrilled people worldwide. Mrs. Mathew's culinary talent has left an unmistakable impression on the food world.

Mrs. KM Mathew, commonly known as Mrs. K.M. Mathew, was a writer who immortalised Kerala's particular culinary history. She presented readers with regional dishes that had hitherto been exclusive to Kerala kitchens, such as sticky sweet jackfruit ada, prawn Pappas, and beef pattichu varathathu. Mrs. Mathew, born in Polavaram, Andhra Pradesh, on March 22, 1922, had a childhood characterised by many relocations within Tamil Nadu due to her father's career. Despite growing up in a Malayali Christian home, her exposure to Tamil culture profoundly impacted her. She got a letter from KM Mathew, a suitor from the prominent Kandathil family, after studying at The American College in Madurai. They married in 1942 and raised their family in Chikmagalur, where KM handled the family coffee farm. Mrs. Mathew's enthusiasm for cooking flourished despite her discouragement throughout their stay in Bombay when she attended culinary lessons and investigated local cafes.

Mrs. Annamma Mathew's food column, launched in a Kerala newspaper in 1953, promoted Kerala's culinary tradition to a larger audience. Over the following five decades, she published hundreds of recipes in Malayala Manorama and Vanitha magazine, becoming a recognized recorder of Kerala food. Her dishes are still appreciated and utilized in Malayali homes today, helping to preserve and make Kerala's culinary traditions more accessible. Mrs Mathew was instrumental in moving recipe transmission from oral tradition to written record, broadening the scope of Kerala's culinary expertise.

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Data on COVID vaccine recipients were “leaked” online. The Telegram app provided unrestricted access to Indians’ personal information. Citizens’ private information is at stake. You can view all the information by simply entering the person’s phone number. For CoWIN, OTP is necessary to access these details, but not for the Telegram app’s bot.

MILLIONS OF INDIANS HAVE THEIR PERSONAL INFORMATION COMPROMISED?

Information about the Health Secretary is accessible via Telegram. Saket Gokhale, the official spokesperson for the Trinamool Congress posted some snapshots of leaked data from Telegram. He referred to the “leak” as a cause for severe concern and questioned why the Modi administration was unaware of it and why the public isn’t aware of such a significant data breach. They blocked the bot as soon as reports of the leak started to circulate. The disturbing information has not yet received a response from the appropriate authorities.

‘ONLINE LEAK’ OF COVID VACCINE RECIPIENTS’ DATA

The Telegram messenger purportedly contained the personal information of COVID vaccination recipients.

THE TELEGRAM APP ALLOWED EVERYONE UNRESTRICTED ACCESS TO THE PERSONAL INFORMATION OF INDIANS

For a while, the Telegram app allowed everyone unrestricted access to the personal information of citizens who had submitted it to the Central government’s CoWIN portal to receive the COVID-19 vaccination shots.

PERSONAL DETAILS OF CITIZENS ARE AT RISK

According to a Twitter thread this morning that included screenshots of the incident and independent verification from Malayala Manorama newspaper, if anyone entered a mobile number of a person, the chatbot in question would immediately respond with information like the person’s gender, date of birth, and the location of the vaccination center, as well as information like the identification number of the document they submitted for the shot (Aadhaar, passport, PAN card, and so on).

ALL INFORMATION WILL BE ACCESSIBLE BY JUST TYPING THE PERSON’S NUMBER

The Aadhaar number, rather than the phone number, might also be used to access these details. Those who have updated the CoWIN portal for international travel also had their passport numbers exposed.

In the first instance, the details of all persons who had registered their names on the CoWIN site under the same phone number were visible.

Members of several families have all enrolled under the same phone number. So, the app also had information about the family’s other members.

OTP IS REQUIRED TO ACCESS SUCH DETAILS OVER COWIN

In contrast, such details are made available on the CoWIN portal only if the One Time Password (OTP) is entered into one’s phone. But these details were available on the Telegram channel through a bot without the OTP.

DETAILS OF HEALTH SECRETARY OVER TELEGRAM

When the phone number of Rajesh Bhushan, the Union health ministry’s secretary, was entered, information like his date of birth, the last four digits of his Aadhaar card, the four digits of the Aadhaar number of his wife Ritu Khanduri Bhushan, an MLA from Uttarakhand’s Kotdwar constituency, her date of birth, and the location where she received the vaccine were all accessible.

SAKET GOKHALE POSTED SOME SNAPSHOTS OF LEAKED DATA FROM TELEGRAM

Saket Gokhale, the official spokesperson for the Trinamool Congress, posted some of the identities with snapshots of their allegedly obtained data from Telegram.

The information of well-known politicians, particularly opposition leaders, and journalists, appears to have leaked as a result of the data breach.

A few of the names revealed by Gokhale providing screenshots included Rajdeep Sardesai of India Today, Barkha Dutt of Mojo Story, former Union Minister P Chidambaram, Rajya Sabha MP and TMC leader Derek O’Brien, and Congress leaders Jairam Ramesh and K C Venugopal.

He referred to the “leak” as a cause for severe concern and questioned why the Modi administration was unaware of it and why the public isn’t aware of such a significant data breach.

Soon after rumors of the leak surfaced, they blocked the bot. The relevant authorities have not yet responded to the shocking information.

Originally published at https://www.panchayiti.com