Kerala’s Kalaripayattu – one of the world’s oldest martial arts carries a legacy of over 3000 years. A rare combination of relaxation, yoga, meditation and self-defense, this martial art form has withstood vagaries of time and changes. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India recognized Indian Kalaripayattu Federation as a regional sports federation giving the art form its much needed recognition. Its Origin and Evolution Kalaripayattu, the ancient Indian art form, traces its origin to Kerala. The word Kalaripayattu originates from two different Malayalam words- Kalari, which means battleground, and payattu, which means training of martial arts.…

An innovative initiative of the Government of Kerala and the State Cooperative Department to preserve cultural and linguistic heritage has resulted in India’s first language museum, Aksharam: Museum of Literature, Literature and Culture. The Chief Minister of Kerala, Shri Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated the project on November 25, 2024, proving to be a turning point in the linguistic and cultural history of the region. The museum is located in Kottayam, the heart of Kerala, known as Akshara Nagari, meaning “City of Letters.” Modern views on tradition  Aksharam – India’s first language museum is famous for its focus on linguistic and cultural…

A museum is a place to experience stories and travel back to the period of culture, achievements and lives of those who shaped history. The Benjamin Bailey Museum, located in Kottayam, Kerala, speaks about the legacy of Malayalam printing history. This museum is a tribute to Benjamin Bailey – the Father of the first Malayalam printing press in Kerala in 1821 and the first principal of CMS College, Kottayam. Benjamin Bailey: The father of Malayalam printing Bailey was an English missionary who travelled to Kerala to participate in missionary activities during the British period. More than a missionary, Bailey was…

We live in an age where news consumption transforms into a digitised experience. Traditional news consumption methods are shifting to new digital technologies like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), which give the audience immersive experiences. Today, the audience is no longer a passive receiver of information; they are active participants in the delivery and consumption of news, creating a whole new journalistic experience. With the revolution of immersive technologies, the transition from passive to active users promises a dynamic and impactful news experience. The Technology Behind the Change For decades, newspapers, television, and websites were the primary platforms…