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The New Indian Express is a widely-read newspaper in India and is highly regarded as credible and reliable. This particular article in the paper covers the arguments presented by Kerala to decommission the Mullaperiyar dam. The language of the article is emotional, possibly to capture the sentiments of Kerala regarding the matter, and gets a little bit technical when talking about the water levels of the dam which could be confusing to a reader. ]]> 2023-08-06 22:35:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656821677 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656848128
This YouTube Shorts was made by the What If Science Show which has over 7 million subscribers and thus brings the matter of Mullaperiyar to a larger audience. The presenter's tone and body language are cautious and alarming. This is the same for background sounds. The visuals used in the video demonstrate the scope and gravity of the disaster to the viewer, in case the dam collapse, even though they lack relatability and accuracy. As a whole, the video seems to exaggerate and create a sense of panic about an impending disaster but is successful in capturing the attention of viewers.]]> 2023-08-07 00:06:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656848128 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656865345
This YouTube Shorts, from IRF Malayalam by Shanib, talk about the questionable structural integrity of the dam and the benefits of decommissioning it in Malayalam, the native language of Keralites. The language is emotional even though the tone of the presenter is flat. It seems like the video is created to spread awareness about the decommissioning and the visuals complement that agenda. This YouTube channel shares videos and shorts about various topics which are usually not related to each other. Hence the credibility of the video is up for question.]]> 2023-08-07 00:48:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656865345 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656941410 This news report from The New Indian Express talks about the flood warning issued by Kerala. The report communicates the concern to the reader effectively in clear and crisp language along with prompting authorities to take necessary precautions thereby addressing multiple stakeholders in a very short content.]]> 2023-08-07 03:03:13 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656941410 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656942512
This Instagram post by Asianet News quotes MM Mani, a renowned politician and former Electricity Minister of Kerala. The language of the said quote is emotional but lacks intelligence. While the quote can be interpreted as the 'truth' of the matter because if Mullaperiyar breaks Kerala will lose many lives from floods and Tamilnadu eventually from severe droughts, the manner it is said is not acceptable coming from a politician of his reputation as it undermines the gravity of the impact with humour. The statement can be considered an example of dark humour.]]> 2023-08-07 03:05:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656942512 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656972421
The Instagram post by Prithviraj, a famous film actor, director and producer from Kerala, demands the decommissioning of Mullaperiyar dam. The language is undeniably emotional and captures the vulnerability and helplessness of millions. The image in the post is captivating and supports the message shared in the caption. This particular post had a huge impact on the protests for decommissioning the dam and thereby was able to capture the attention of multiple stakeholders including the government of Kerala.]]> 2023-08-07 03:42:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2656972421 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660726090
This online article was produced by Nick Ferris, a senior data journalist, for Energy Monitor, which is a company that studies and analyses the global energy market. The parent company of Energy Monitor is Global Data, which is a highly acclaimed data analysis company. This establishes the credibility of the article as fairly high. The article is mostly fact-based and seems to be collected from a variety of highly credible and reliable sources such as IEA and SANDRP. The article is very informative but is vague in providing a conclusion or the authors' perspective which makes it feel incomplete. ]]> 2023-08-12 22:05:03 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660726090 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660833708
This is an interview in Marunadan Exclusive, the first independent online news channel in Kerala, with lawyer Russel Joy. He solely took the matter of Mullaperiyar to Supreme Court when the government of Kerala and Tamil Nadu could not agree on the decommissioning of the dam. In this interview, the concern Russel Joy has regarding the issue is quite evident from his language and raised voice. The interviewer is calm throughout the video, intently listening and raising questions only after the interviewee has completed his response which makes the communication smooth and effective. Various stakeholders and their roles in the issue are mentioned.]]> 2023-08-13 08:27:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660833708 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660840288
This is the second part of the previous interview. The language of both the interviewer and interviewee remains the same but the interaction between them has increased. Russel Joy gives examples of dam failures in other countries which seems to put things into perspective for viewers. His knowledge of the issue seems legitimate and reliable as he is a highly respected lawyer in Kerala. ]]> 2023-08-13 09:05:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660840288 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660845608
The Times of India (TOI) is the world’s largest English language daily by circulation and the most trusted newspaper in India. This particular news article shows the efforts of one of the stakeholders in the issue, Russel Joy. The article is mostly factual but sympathises with the people of Kerala whose lives and properties are in danger. The article is short but right to the point and is effective in communicating the particular development in the issue as well as the background of the issue.

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The news article by The New Indian Express provides insight into the reaction to the Instagram post and subsequent online campaign to decommission the Mullaperiyar dam. The article is short and seems incomplete due to a lack of information. It could have included more information to provide the context in the 'Protest against Prithviraj' section of the news like who was the 'All India Forward Block' and why were they protesting, and make the content more understandable and well-rounded.]]> 2023-08-13 09:57:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660849969 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660961316
This particular video clip, while not conveying any new message, puts the damage by the possible collapse of Mullaperiyar into perspective for the viewer. The presenter of this video argues that the damage will be much higher than the one caused by the Kakhovka Dam in Ukraine. His communication style, while might seem a bit unnatural to the rest of the world, is somewhat relatable to the people of Kerala as this is how most politicians address the public, with a highly raised and emotional voice. The presenter himself is a local politician who actively promotes the decommission of the Mullaperiyar dam.]]> 2023-08-13 18:41:17 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660961316 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660970080 This report by the academic wing of the United Nations, the United Nations University, talks expertly about the need to decommission large dams. The report is highly credible, reliable and accurate, not only because it is from the UN, but due to the extensive supporting research that has been referenced in it. The language is mostly simple and understandable to any reader and has a great reading flow. ]]> 2023-08-13 19:32:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660970080 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660973619
Mathrubhumi is one of the most favourite and widely circulated newspapers in Kerala. It is regarded as highly credible and legitimate among Keralites. This article is very short and possibly written for a quick read. Hence the language is neither emotional nor explanatory but purely factual and thus easy in its communication.]]> 2023-08-13 19:55:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660973619 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660975263
This clip was posted on Instagram by UDFLive, a supporting page for the opposition party in Kerala, the United Democratic Front (UDF). The post combines two short clips of Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala, speaking years apart about the state of Mullaperiyar Dam. In the past, Pinarayi Vijayan has advocated taking action on the dam issue as a collective effort and at present he is stating that there is no need to panic about the issue. While such a change in attitude displayed by politicians in advocating an issue pre-election and post-election is not uncommon worldwide, this particular clip has led to a loss of trust in the government to take immediate action, which was the agenda of this post.]]> 2023-08-13 20:06:12 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660975263 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660978025 This is an interview with Joseph, an engineer who was involved in the renovation of Mullaperiyar dam in the past by Anoop who is a YouTuber and enthusiast of social issues. The video tries to tackle the common controversies and provide insight into the strength of Mullaperiyar from a technical aspect. Both the interviewer and interviewee can be seen conversing rather freely and honestly, addressing the public's concern about the safety of Mullaperiyar. This interview could be interesting to a viewer as the communication between Joseph and Anoop seems honest and genuine.]]> 2023-08-13 20:23:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660978025 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660989166
The news article by the Times of India has solely focused on Dr Joe Joseph, whose efforts have given a slight hope to Kerala in the Mullaperiyar issue. The article mostly consists of quotes from Joe Joseph, about his involvement with the issue and the aftermath of the Supreme Court's ruling. It is evident from the quotes that Joe Joseph is educated on the matter and is efficient in conveying the information he has. ]]> 2023-08-13 21:26:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660989166 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660991267
The information provided on the website of the Ministry of Jal Shakti (Government of India) is a narration of all important events and legal decisions that have taken place concerning Mullaperiyar Dam since its commissioning. This does not include the most recent developments regarding the dam that happened in  2022 and 2023. The information is put up for the public and hence the language is simple and entirely understandable.]]> 2023-08-13 21:37:26 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2660991267 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661007833
This video by Story Side Malayalam demonstrates the flow of water in the case of dam failure at Mullaperiyar. The presenter describes the direction of flow and affected region which is displayed as visual from a satellite map. The presentation is calm and narrative and covers the whole path of the possible water flow. But the visuals could have been more coordinated and could have included a zoomed-out version containing the whole affected area to put the scale of the disaster into perspective for a viewer. The YouTube channel that shared this video is not a credible shource.]]> 2023-08-13 23:03:45 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661007833 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008005
This is a news report on Onmanorama, regarding the new developments in Mullaperiyar. The article is short and crisp and right to the point. A little more background information about the CWC and its duty could have been added to increase the understandability of the report.]]> 2023-08-13 23:04:32 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008005 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008558
The Hindu is deemed the most credible, unbiased newspaper in India. This report is short and objective. The report only covers the intention and actions of the site visit. The message of the report is clearly communicated to the reader in a clean and elegant manner. The visual attached to the report is a photograph from the site visit. It neatly compliments the content of the short report.]]> 2023-08-13 23:06:20 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008558 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008728
This is a news article in Onmanorama. Overall, a well-written article which is also objective. The article provides context for the reader which is helpful for the people who might not be following the issue. The language is clear and simple. The article could have added a little more information about the State Dam Safety Committee.]]> 2023-08-13 23:07:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661008728 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661009543
The Economic Times is one of the widely read English daily newspapers in India. It has a fairly high credibility rate. This article by Economic Times narrates a Supreme Court ruling and subsequent suggestions by the court regarding Mullaperiyar. While it is written objectively the article does not have a proper structure that attracts a reader. The article also lacks a proper conclusion.]]> 2023-08-13 23:10:33 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661009543 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661010604
This is a short news report from Onmanorama, which is the online version of the widely read Malayalam newspaper Malayala Manorama. It is considered credible and reliable by most Keralites. This news report is very short and too right to the point, where context and reasoning for the news are absent. Thus, the report can be confusing and in a way fails to communicate the message effectively to the reader.



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This is a video by Anoop, whose other video was already discussed in week 6. Anoop has created multiple content throughout this year to provide awareness about Mullaperiyar and influence authorities to take action immediately. This particular video shed light on the politics in Tamil Nadu which Mullaperiyar favours. The video is presented by Anoop itself in a narration manner. The language is emotional and accusatory with little to no evidence to support the arguments. Even though most of the matter spoken in the video is widely regarded as the truth, the lack of evidence questions the credibility of the content.]]> 2023-08-13 23:26:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661013508 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661013931
This is a clip of lawyer Russel Joy talking about the need of installing a digital monitoring system in Mullaperiyar dam immediately. He is one of the most vocal activists from Kerala who has demanded the decommission of the Mullaperiyar dam and spread awareness to the public about the issue. He can be seen becoming volatile and angry when talking about the hold Tamil Nadu has over the Mullaperiyar and how little jurisdiction Kerala has over the dam. The channel which posted the video is a small channel with few subscriptions but has posted multiple videos of different politicians talking about the issue. ]]> 2023-08-13 23:28:14 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661013931 kuzhiyancf https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661021654
The article is published in Mongabay which is a conservation and environmental online new medium operating internationally. The article provides a subjective analysis of the situation of Mullaperiyar, in favour of Kerala. The article is well-written with information from multiple sources in a journalistic manner. It is intuitive and communicates clearly with the reader.

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The video is a narrative presentation of 10 dam failures all over the world. Even though the credibility of the channel that shared the video is questionable, most of the facts upon research seem to be correct. The presenter dives into real-time experiences shared by people who have escaped these disasters often with visual evidence. The narration and the visuals are captivating and resourceful. The video was shared by Underworld, a channel who creates content on weather, natural disasters and historical events.]]> 2023-08-14 06:09:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kuzhiyancf/ujjvtpgdymumfuxd/wish/2661213884