Impressum

I am V S Syamlal, who would like to be termed as a public interpreter. I have set my role to research complicated issues of fact, and then communicate an accurate and understandable version to the public as a teacher or a policy advisor.

My product is intended for the general public. I want my work to be creative and analytical rather than a simple relay of raw information. I try my level best that my reporting is based on facts rather than fabrications. I always ensure that my product conveys multiple points of view.

I make my living from writing. Of course, whatever is presented on the visual medium is also written first. I want my work to be recognized by others, which helps to give it value. Knowing the power of the printed or spoken word, I entered this field. I use the power to influence people for good. I also recognize my role as a servant of the people. I never use journalism for selfish ends. I have tried hard to improve the life of other people – remembering that they may not always agree with me on what those improvements should be.

As many journalists do, I also tend to know a little bit about a lot of things, rather than a lot about one subject. I claim to have a deep love of language, written or spoken. I try to understand the real meaning and flow of words and take delight in using them.

I aim for accuracy. Without accuracy, I may lose trust, viewers, and ultimately the job. I go out, find a story and hang on to it until I’m satisfied and have it in full. I often have to ask hard questions and risk upsetting people, who do not want to co-operate. It may be painful, but in the end, I tend to gain their respect. I always try to be polite, however rude people maybe. My rule is simple: be polite but persistent.

- - I have an interest in the world around me.
  - I love the languages I have in hand.
  - I have an alert and ordered mind.
  - I can approach and question people.
  - I am polite but persistent.
  - I am friendly and reliable.

EDUCATION

Institute of Journalism, Trivandrum
PGDJ -News Reporting, Editing, 1997 -1998
Grade: First Rank with Distinction
Activities and Societies: Editor of lab journal – Co-ordinator role in lecture sessions
University College, Thiruvananthapuram
Master of Arts (M.A.) -English Language and Literature, 1995 -1997
Activities and Societies: Leadership role in English department association activities
University College, Thiruvananthapuram
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) -English Language and Literature, 1992 -1995
Activities and Societies: Campus theatre artist – Active participation in social and cultural organizations and activities – A leadership role in student’s cultural union
Govt. Arts College, Thiruvananthapuram
Pre Degree Course -Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics, 1990 -1992
Activities and Societies: Arts Club Secretary – Active participation in social and cultural organizations and activities
St.Joseph’s High School, Thiruvananthapuram
Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) -Languages, Basic Science, Social Sciences, Mathematics, 1987 -1990
Activities and Societies: School theatre artist – Active participation in social and cultural organizations and activities
Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vazhuthacaud
Upper Primary School -Languages, Basic Science, Social Sciences, Mathematics, 1978 -1987
Activities and Societies: School Leader – Many awards for general proficiency – Active participation in social and cultural organizations and activities

EXPERIENCE

Editor at Fourth Pillar
September 2024 –
Expertise in News Reporting, News Production, News Research, News Presentation, Webcasting, Podcasting, Social Media Management, Web Design, Layout
Syndicate Editor at G News
December 2015 – June 2024 (8 years, 6 months)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Production, News Research, News Presentation, Webcasting, Podcasting, Social Media Management, Web Design, Layout
News Editor at Indiavision Satellite Communications Ltd
September 2012 – February 2015 (2 years, 6 months)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Production, News Research, News Presentation
Senior Reporter at Mathrubhumi Printing and Publishing Company Ltd
March 2001 – August 2012 (11 years, 6 months)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Editing, News Research, Pagination
Sub Editor at Indiainfo.com Ltd
July 2000 – February 2001 (8 months)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Editing, Copy Writing, Copy Editing, Web Page Design
Reporter at Mathrubhumi Printing and Publishing Company Ltd
June 1999 – June 2000 (1 year, 1 month)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Editing, News Research, Pagination
Sub Editor at Kalakaumudi
December 1997 – May 1999 (1 year, 6 months)
Expertise in News Reporting, News Editing, News Research, Pagination

HONOURS

Kerala State Award for the Best Broadcast Reporting
Was presented with the Kerala State Award for the Best Broadcast Reporting, 2012
Government of Kerala -March 2013

Receiving the state award for the best broadcast reporting from the chief minister Oommen Chandy

G.V.Raja Award for Sports Reporting
Was presented with the G.V.Raja Award for the Best Sports Reporter
Thiruvananthapuram District Football Association -February 2010

Receiving G.V.Raja award for the best sports reporter from the minister for sports M.Vijayakumar

Indian Delegate to China
Was a part of the Indian Prime Minister’s Youth Delegation that visited China
Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India -June 2009

At Guang Zhou, as a member of the Indian prime minister’s youth delegation that visited China

Vakkom Abdul Khader Moulavi Award
Was presented with Vakkom Abdul Khader Moulavi Award for the best young journalist, 1998
Swadeshabhimani Ramakrishna Pillai Memorial Trust -October 1998

Receiving Vakkom Abdul Khader Moulavi award for the best young journalist from the opposition leader A.K.Antony

K.M.Cherian Memorial Gold Medal
Was selected the Best Editor at the Institute of Journalism, Press Club, Thiruvananthapuram, and was awarded the K.M.Cherian Memorial Gold Medal
Malayala Manorama Company Limited -July 1998

Receiving K.M.Cherian memorial gold medal for the best editor at the institute of journalism from the minister for education P.J.Joseph

M.J.Krishna Mohan Memorial Gold Medal
Was awarded M.J.Krishna Mohan Memorial Gold Medal for securing First Rank from the Institute of Journalism, Press Club, Thiruvananthapuram
The Mathrubhumi Printing and Publishing Company Ltd -July 1998

Receiving M.J.Krishnamohan memorial gold medal for securing first rank at the institute of journalism from the minister for education P.J.Joseph

COMMUNICATION

English (native or bilingual proficiency)
Malayalam (native or bilingual proficiency)
Hindi (native or bilingual proficiency)
French (limited working proficiency)
Sanskrit (limited working proficiency)
Tamil (elementary proficiency)

INTERESTS

PERSONAL DATA

Age 50 years
Date of birth 23^rd of July, 1974
Spouse Devika Panikar, Assistant Professor of English, Government College Kasaragod, Vidyanagar, Kasaragod -671123
Son Pranav Nair

Pranav Nair, Devika Panikar and V S Syamlal

Address SIVADAM, T.C.18/1233-3, Thrikkannapuram, Aramada P.O., Thiruvananthapuram- 695032, Kerala, India
Phone +91 98470 62789 | +91 98470 01435 | +91 98470 61999
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Last Edited on 2024-07-23

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