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  • Manorama Online joins Project Shakti to combat deepfakes in Elections 2024

    Manorama Online joins Project Shakti to combat deepfakes in Elections 2024

    Mumbai: Manorama Online, the digital version of Malayala Manorama, one of the largest circulated newspapers in India, joins the Shakti: India Election Fact-Checking collective driven by DataLEADS and supported by Google News Initiative to combat fake news in General Elections 2024. The Shakti collective helps to identify misleading information, including deepfakes on social media, to curb the spread of false news during the election period.

    Shakti, India Election Fact-Checking Collective, serves as a consortium of major news outlets and prominent fact-checking organizations pan-India, collaborating to enable them to detect online misinformation early, including deepfakes, especially on social media platforms. Various media in regional languages across the country are part of this initiative, which aims for digitally transparent elections.

    “As a popular source of news and information, particularly for the Malayali community both within India and abroad, we at Manorama Online are happy to join the Shakti Collective to make our elections free from fake news,” said Santhosh George Jacob, Coordinating Editor of Manorama Online.

    With a dedicated team for fact-checking, Manorama Online has successfully debunked many fake news stories, both national and regional. Readers can access various crucial fact-checks related to general elections, state elections, and national issues through Malayala Manorama’s online fact-checking service. Readers can also verify the authenticity of posts they come across on social media through the Manorama Online Fact Check helpline on WhatsApp at 8129100164. More Fact Checks, including articles from Project Shakti collective, can be read at www.manoramaonline.com/factcheck.

  • Manorama Online Redefines Literary Experience with an Expansive Collection of Digital Novels

    Manorama Online Redefines Literary Experience with an Expansive Collection of Digital Novels

    Mumbai: In a dynamic move aimed at meeting the diverse preferences of Malayali readers, Manorama Online, a beacon of digital journalism, proudly announces the expansion of its literary section. The platform, renowned for delivering top-notch news and entertainment, has now curated a rich tapestry of digital novels.

    Embracing the digital storytelling revolution, Manorama Online’s literature division has meticulously curated a treasure trove of novels, embracing genres that cater to every reader’s taste. From gripping thrillers to heartwarming romances and enchanting mythological epics, the digital library offers an eclectic mix of narratives that promise to captivate audiences of all ages.

    “E-novels play a crucial role in revitalizing the reading habit among young people, particularly those living abroad. For older readers, e-novels evoke nostalgia transporting them back to the days spent in libraries,” says Santhosh George Jacob, Coordinating Editor at Manorama Online.

    What sets Manorama Online’s literary section apart is its commitment to not just delivering stories, but to crafting immersive experiences that transport readers into the heart of the narrative. Through the integration of audiobooks and podcasts, readers can now indulge in their favorite novels on the go, whether they’re commuting to work or relaxing at home.

    But it’s not just about delivering compelling content; it’s about fostering a vibrant community of readers. Through AI-generated visuals and interactive features, Manorama Online invites readers to become active participants in the literary journey. Engaging discussions and commentary threads allow readers to share their thoughts, theories and reflections.

    With a keen eye for quality and a dedication to meeting readers’ preferences, Manorama Online’s editorial team handpicks each novel, ensuring that only the finest works grace the digital shelves. This meticulous curation process ensures that readers are presented with a diverse array of titles, each offering a unique blend of entertainment, enlightenment, and escapism.

    Currently boasting over 20 titles in its Digital Library, Manorama Online invites readers to embark on a literary adventure like never before. Whether you’re seeking thrills, romance, or a journey into the realms of myth and legend, there’s something for everyone to discover in this captivating collection.

    Join the literary revolution and explore the boundless world of digital novels on Manorama Online’s platform. Embark on a journey of imagination, inspiration, and discovery, and let the power of storytelling ignite your imagination like never before. Visit here to dive into a world of literary wonders.
     

  • Manorama Online revels in the spirit of Onam

    Manorama Online revels in the spirit of Onam

    Mumbai: It’s reassuring to note that, after a year and a half since the outbreak, humanity has found indigenous ways to circumvent the pandemic and digital has been the confidant in the new normal. Cut to Kerala, the best time of the year is around the corner, Onam.

    This year, Onam for Malayalis across the world will be powered by meaningful digital connections. Be it choosing Onakkodi for the loved ones via video shopping, the joy of laying an ‘athapookalam’ (floral carpet) with childhood friends via an e-pookalam offering, enjoying Kathakali with family through a Livestream, preparing a sumptuous Onasadya together through recipe podcasts or through ordering in via food delivery platforms, indulging in Onakalikal through gaming platforms, watching the latest blockbuster in many of the OTT platforms, paying for an Onam Club donation via the payment platforms, Onam comes alive online in more ways than one.

    manoramaonline.com catering to 36 million Malayalis, spread across 200 + geographies will be enabling Malayalis across the world to celebrate Onam online through nostalgic reportage, immersive online properties like designing digital pookalam, digital onakalikal (games), and multisensory experiences.

    Its latest campaign – ‘Nothing will stop a Malayali from celebrating Onam’ turns the spotlight on the unstoppable Malayali spirit to celebrate Onam in all its fervor yet responsibly. The Local Network, agency of record for manoramaonline.com has conceived and executed this campaign.

    “The pandemic has certainly impacted the way we live, work & play, but in Kerala, it has not lowered the spirit of Onam, thanks to festivities taking a virtual turn,” said Manorama Online, general manager, marketing, Boby Paul.

    “Onam is a festival we cannot afford to miss, a once a year celebratory band in a Malayali’s life, come what may,” said The Local Network, creative director, Nitin Menon. “Cautious optimism is the need of the hour.”

    Kerala, armed with one of the highest internet penetration rates in the country, ranks high in online news consumption and online shopping. This year, Onam is expected to mark the revival of the shopping season in adherence to the protocols by leveraging the seamlessness of digital experiences.

  • Manorama Online wins two gold, one bronze at afaqs! media awards

    Manorama Online wins two gold, one bronze at afaqs! media awards

    MUMBAI: Manorama Online has won two gold medals and a bronze at the afaqs! media awards. It bagged gold medals in the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Best Integrated Campaign categories, while the bronze medal was awarded for its Online Campaign.

    Manorama Online won the top prize in the CSR category for the contest to select the best residents’ associations in Kerala. The contest was organised by its regional news section ‘Chuttuvattom’, in association with Asset Homes. More than 1,200 residents’ associations took part in the contest with the theme 'conservation of water after the 2018 floods’.

    It bagged the second gold medal for its ‘Navamalayali’ campaign, which connected the Kerala diaspora settled in various parts of the world. The campaign was carried out through print and social media, various sections of Manorama Online, display materials and hoardings.

    Manorama Online was selected for the bronze medal in the Online Campaign section also for the Navamalayali campaign. This concept was developed by The Local Network, an advertising agency based in Kochi. 

    The awards were received by Manorama Online Marketing General Manager Boby Paul from Fabindia Chief Brand and Marketing Officer Karan Kumar in Mumbai.