LEFT-CENTER BIAS
These media sources have a slight to moderate liberal bias. They often publish factual information that utilizes loaded words (wording that attempts to influence an audience by appealing to emotion or stereotypes) to favor liberal causes. These sources are generally trustworthy for information but may require further investigation. See all Left-Center sources.
- Overall, we rate Onmanorama Left-Center biased based on its generally progressive editorial orientation and high factual reporting, due to its consistent reliance on reputable sources and straightforward newswriting.
Detailed Report
Bias Rating: LEFT-CENTER (-3.0)
Factual Reporting: HIGH (1.5)
Country: India
MBFC’s Country Freedom Rating: MODERATE FREEDOM
Media Type: Website
Traffic/Popularity: High Traffic
MBFC Credibility Rating: HIGH CREDIBILITY
History
Founded in 2012, Onmanorama is the English-language digital news portal of the Malayala Manorama media group, focusing on news from Kerala state, national coverage in India, and international reporting. The site’s own About Us page presents a mission of balanced, timely reporting across beats.
Read our profile on the Indian media and government.
Funded by / Ownership
Onmanorama is owned and operated by the Malayala Manorama Company (publisher of the long-running Malayalam daily “Malayala Manorama”). The outlet is free to read and is supported primarily by digital advertising displayed across its pages. Corporate contacts for business and advertising are listed on the Contact Us page.
Analysis / Bias
Onmanorama offers a balanced mix of local, national, and international coverage, with regular sourcing from credible wire services and official bodies. Examples include straight local reporting, such as a Kerala government panel review of bridge-safety procedures (Kerala Expert Panel Review), national governance coverage like the Election Commission’s reminder to parties about voter list responsibilities (ECI Voter List Reminder), and international news carried from Reuters (Trump–Putin meeting: no Ukraine ceasefire agreement). This pattern supports a High factual rating.
Editorial perspectives trend moderately left of center. The Opinions page regularly features commentaries emphasizing public-interest framing, equity-oriented policy critiques, and institutional accountability. In general, Op-eds lean left, but not to a significant extent.
Failed Fact Checks
- None in the Last 5 years
Overall, we rate Onmanorama Left-Center biased based on its generally progressive editorial orientation and high factual reporting, due to its consistent reliance on reputable sources and straightforward newswriting. (D. Van Zandt 8/17/2025)
Source: https://www.onmanorama.com/
Last Updated on August 17, 2025 by Media Bias Fact Check
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