E-Mail : shamnadmail@gmail.com
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Dr. N.  Shamnad
Associate Professor of Arabic & Head of the Department
Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
21/10/1980
11/09/2006
Arabic Literary Criticism & Translation
+91-9744209475
"Dar-es-Salam", Sahrudaya Lane, Pananvila, Nalamchira P.O., Thiruvananthapuram, 695 015, Kerala, India

 RECOGNITIONS

  • C. K. Muhammed Translation Award, 2018, Special Jury Mention for the translation of  the Arabic novel Wahdaha Shajara al-Rumman (Vella Puthappikkunnavar) by Sinan Antoon (Iraq), instituted by the Doha Friends, Qatar.



ACADEMIC HISTORY

 

  • B.A. Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Univ., March 2001, I Rank
  • M.A. Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Univ., March 2003, I Rank
  • B.Ed. Arabic, Govt. College of Teacher Education , Calicut, Calicut University, March 2004
  • M. Ed., School of Pedagogical Sciences, M. G. University, Kottayam, March 2005
  • O Level Computer Programme, Dept. of Electronics, Govt. of India, 1999
  • UGC NET in Arabic, University Grants Commission, December 2002
  • UGC NET in Education, University Grants Commission, June 2005
  • Ph. D., University of  Kerala, 2011


 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

  • Research Guidance @ University of Kerala: Ph.D. Awarded: 4, Ongoing: 6
  • Ph. D. Programme, University of Kerala, 2011 : "Critical approaches of Mustafa Sadiq al-Raf'i’e and Taha Husayn: a study"
  • UGC Minor Research Project (2011-2013) : Influence of Western Literary Theories on Modern Literary  Criticism in Arabic: a study
  • M. Ed  Degree Project: Effectiveness of concept Attainment Model on achievement in Arabic Grammar of standard IX students


    TEACHING EXPERIENCE

        

    • Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram- 695 034., Two Years (2004-2005), Guest Lecturer in U.G.Level
    • Govt. Upper Primary School, Nellanadu, Thiruvananthapuram, One Year (28/11/2005- 11/09/2006), Primary school Teaching
    • Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram- 695 034., w.e.f. 11/09/2006, Teaching  in U.G. &P.G. Level   
    • Institute of Distance Education, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram., 2007-2012, Contact classes in UG & P. G. Level


    EDITORIAL EXPERIENCE


    • Journal Reviewer, al-Tawasul al-Adabi Journal, International  Arabic Refereed Journal, eISSN: 2588-2833, Université Badji Moktar de Annaba, Algeria
    • Journal Reviewer, Majalla Muqarabat, International  Arabic Refereed Journal, Muqarabat Foundation, Morocco
    • Journal Reviewer, 'Alimi Journal of Arabic Studies (AJAS) International  Arabic Refereed Journal, University of Ilorin, Nigeria
    • Journal Reviewer, al-Majalla al-Arabiyya, Dhakka University, Bangladesh
    • Editor, Majalla al-Asima, Annual Research Journal, Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, India, ISSN : 2277 - 9914 (Print Version), ISSN : 2321 - 2756 (Online Version)

    BOOKS : Literary Translation


    1.   Kattu Parkkumidam, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Maqam al-Rih" (Where the Wind Calls Home) by Samar Yazbek (Syria), 2024, Green Books, Kerala, ISBN: 978-81-19486-22-9

    2.   Kazhutha Janmangal, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Zuj Bigal" by Boumediene Belkebir (Algeria), 2023, Mathrubhumi Books, ISBN: 9789359620732

    3.   Mudi Medanjitta Penkutty, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Shagaf" (Passion) by Rasha Adly (Egypt), 2023, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 9789395878678  

    4.   Salabhajeevithangal, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Hayat al-Farashat" (The Life of Butterflies) by Youssef Fadel (Morocco), 2022, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 9789393596734

    5.   Miramar, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Miramar" (Miramar) by Najib Mahfouz (Egypt), 2022, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 93-91072-83-6

    6.   Mittayitheruvu, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "al-Sukkariyya" (Sugar Street) by Najib Mahfouz (Egypt), 2022, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-91072902-56-5

    7.   Nakshathrangal Manthrichath, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Short Story Collection: "Hamsul Nujum" (Whispers of Stars) by Naguib Mahfouz (Egypt), 2021, Mathrubhumi Books, Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-91451-47-9

    8.   Neelamashippena, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "al-Mashsha'a" (The Walker) by Samar Yazbek (Syria), 2021, Green Books, Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-90429-27-1

    9.   Nisheedhiniyude Aazhangal, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Barid al-Layl" (The Night Post) by Hoda Barakat (Lebanon), 2020, Green Books, Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-88830-11-9

    10.   Theruvinte Makkal, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Awlad Haratina" (Children of Our Alley) by Najib Mahfouz (Egypt), 2019, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-87357-83-9

    11.   Bin Barka Theruvu: Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Zanqa Bin Barka'" (Ben Barka Lane) by Mahmoud Saeed (Iraq), May 2019, Chintha Publishers, Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-88485-09-8 

    12.   Soonyathayilekkoru Pedakam: Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Fuwwaha fi al-Fada'" (A Portal in Space) by Mahmoud Saeed (Iraq), March 2019, Poorna Publications, Calicut, Kerala, ISBN: 978-81-300-2151-5

    13.   Tunisiayile Pennungal: Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Nisa' al-Basatin" (The Women of al-Basatin) by Habib Selmi (Tunisia), August 2018, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 978-93-87357-18-1

    14.   Maranam Dushkaram: Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "al-Mawt Amal Shaqq" (Death is Hardwork) by Khaled Khalifa (Syria), February 2018, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 93-87331-53-9

    15. Vella Puthappikkunnavar: Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel: "Wahdaha Shajara al-Rumman" (The Pomegranate Alone) by Sinan Antoon (Iraq), June 2017, Green Books Kerala, ISBN: 978-9386440402

    16. Chennaaykkalkk Vayasaakumbol, Malayalam Translation of Arabic Novel : "Indama Tashikh al-Di'ab" (When the Wolves Grow Old) by Jamal Naji (Jordan), April 2017, DC Books, Kottayam, ISBN: 978-93-86560-00-1


    BOOKS : Academic

    1.  The Palestine Issue: an historical analysis, (Paperback edition, 2011, Published by LAP Lambert Academic Publishing GmbH & Co. KG., Germany, ISBN-13: 978-3-8383-5259-6, International Article Number (EAN): 9783838352896

    2.  Tharikh al-Islam II & III, December 2010, Co-edited with Dr. E. Abdul Latheef, Prescribed Text book for First Degree Programme (FDP) in Arabic under CBCSS in University of Kerala, Published by University of Kerala

    3.   Methodology of Arabic, June 2010 (Ed 1), April 2014 (Ed 2), Prescribed Text book for First Degree Programme (FDP) in Arabic under CBCSS in University of Kerala, Published by Al Huda Books, Calicut


    PUBLICATIONS : International


    1. Book Chapter: Reflections of Post Colonialism in al-Tayyib Salih's Mawsim al-Hijra Ila al-Shamal, Mawsu'a al-Naqd al-Riwa'i al-Arabi al-Mu'asir, Vol. 1, Peer Reviewed Academic Book, 2024, ISBN: 978-977-812-825-3, PP 204-217, al-Maktab al-Arabi lil Ma'arif, Egypt

    2. Cotemporary Egypt in the Novels of Naguib Mahfouz, Journal Enlightenment Collection's, ISSN: 2716-7852, Vol. 12, No. 2, November 2022, PP 216-224, University Oran 2, Algeria.

    3. Arab Sexuality Encyclopedia: A reading of the Articles of Prof. Muhammed Abdul Rahman Younus, Majalla al-Istihlal, No. 33, December 2022, PP 54-69, ISSN: 2028-652X, Fes, Morocco
    4. Studies of Prof. Muhammed Abdul Rahman Younus published in Majalla al-Aasima, American International Journal of  Humanities & Social Sciences, Vol. 6, PP 76-86, June 2021, ISSN 2710-4834, American International Academy of Higher Education, USA

    5. Islamic Literary Criticism with Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi, al-Majalla al-Arabiyya, Vol. 20, PP 51-70, June 2019, Dhakka University, Bangladesh

    6. Post Colonialism in Arabic Literary Criticism, Majalla al-Mi'yar, ISSN: 2170-0931, Vol. 17, June 2017, PP 185-199, Centre Universitaire de Tissemsilt, Algeria.

    7. The Philosophical approach of Ibn Rushd, Majalla Dirasa Mu'asara, Issue 2, June 2017, PP 47-54, ISSN 2571-9882, PP 47-54, Centre Universitaire de Tissemsilt, Algeria.

    8. Najib Mahfouz: Reciprocal Relationship between Arabic Novels and Egyptian Cinema, al-Arabi Journal, Issue 685, December 2015, PP 132-139, Kuwait 

    9. Adonis: The apostle of Arab Modernism, Middle East Chandrika Qatar, Fourth Annual Issue, PP 162-170, December 2015, Qatar

    10. Approach of al-Ghazzali & Ibn Rushd to Philosophy, Peer-reviewed Journal of Sulthan Sharif Ali University (UNISSA Journal), Vol. 3, 2015, PP 19-42, ISSN 2225-773X, Sulthan Sharif Ali University, Brunei

    11. Psycho-Analytical Literary Criticism of George Tarabishi, Peer-reviewed Scientific Journal of Averroes University in Holland, Issue 11, April 2014, PP 46-66, Averroes University, The Netherlands

    12. Features of Comparative Literature in the Arab World, Alimi Journal of Arabic Studies (Peer-reviewed), ISSN: 6125-5421, University of Ilorin, Nigeria

    13. Kalila wa Dimna: The Question of its Indian Origin, al-Majalla al-Thaqafiyya Online Journal, 10 October, 2013, Algeria

     

     PUBLICATIONS : National & Regional      

    1. Literary Exchange Between UAE & Kerala, Majalla al-Nahda, ISSN: 2319-8060, Special Issue, October 2023, PP 26-31, Kerala.

    2. 5 Encyclopedic Articles on Nizar Qabbani, al-Farasdaq, Ahmad Faris al-Shidyaq, Fawzi al-Ma'aluf & Fawzi al-Khalil, Islamika Vijnana Kosam, Vol 14, September 2022, IPH Calicut.
    3. Allegorical Semitic Representations in Naguib Mahfouz’s Children of the Alley, LITTCRIT Journal, June 2022, Issue 93, Vol. 48, No.1, ISSN 0970-8049, PP 149-157
    4. 'Mawsim al-Hijra Ila al-Shamal' by Tayyib Salih: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 12 June, 2022
    5. Deconstruction in Contemporary Literary Criticism, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 12, Issue 1, April 2022, PP 77-87, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut
    6. ''al-Shira' wal 'Asifa' by Hanna Mina: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 10 April, 2022
    7. Thulasiyatul Qahira' by Najib Mahfouz: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 20 February, 2022
    8. 'al-Hafida al-Amrikiyya' by In'aam Kachachi: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 09 January, 2022
    9. Identity Issues in Saq al-Bamboo, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 11, Special Issue, December 2021, PP 253-259, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut
    10. 'al-Harb fi Barri Misr' by Yusuf al-Qa'id: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 14 November, 2021
    11. 'Madih al-Karahiyya' by Khaled Khalifa: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 17 October, 2021
    12. 'Nazif al-Hajar' by Ibrahim al-Koni: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 29 August 2021
    13. 'al-Zayni Barakat' by Jamal al-Ghitani: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 11 July 2021
    14. 'Rijalun Fi al-Shams' by Ghassan Kanafani: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 13 June 2021
    15. 'al-Mashsha'a' by Samar Yazbek: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily, 23 May 2021
    16. 'Imara Ya'qubian: Novel Review, Suprabhatham Daily Sunday Supplement, 11 April 2021
    17. History of Department of Arabic in University College, 'Keralavum Arabiyum' Platinum Jubilee Souvenir of Department of Arabic, University College, ISBN 978-93-5361-393-8, April 2021, PP 421-432
    18. Saqul Bamboo: Verukal Thediyoru Novulla Yathra, Suprabhatham Daily Sunday Supplement, 14 March 2021
    19. Analladī Ra'ā: Saddam Tadavarakal Kadhaparayunnu, Suprabhatham Daily Sunday Supplement, 14 February 2021
    20. Awlād Hārratinā: Vivadachoodetta Theruvu, Suprabhatham Daily Sunday Supplement, 10 January 2021
    21. Suez Canal: 150 Years of Undercurrents in the Arab History, "Suez Canal: Arab Charithran Gathimari Ozhukiya 150 Varshangal", Madhyamam Daily Sunday Supplement, 19 January 2020
    22. Modernist Critical Approaches, al-Milad Journal, Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam, Kerala, January 2020
    23. Encyclopedic Article on al-Tayyib Salih, Islamika Vijnana Kosam, Vol 13, Sep 2019, IPH Calicut.
    24. 'Celestial Bodies: the story which brought Man Booker Prize to Arab World, Kerala Kaumudi Daily, 16 June 2019
    25. A Review of Man Booker Prize 2019 to Arabic literature, "Man Booker Aaravathil Arab Sahitya Lokam", Madhyamam Daily Sunday Supplement, 02 June 2019
    26. A Tribute to Hanna Mina, "Kadaline Ithramel Snehicholar", Madhyamam Daily Sunday Supplement, 23 September 2018
    27. Malayala, Arabi Sahithya Vivarthanam, Rauzatul Uloom Arabic College Platinum Jubilee Souvenir, 2018, PP 274-282
    28. Keralathile Arabi Sarga Sahithyam, al-Murshid, MSM Jamia Salafiyya, Pulikkal, Malappuram, 2018, PP 77-79
    29. (Six Days that reshaped the map), "Bhoopadam Mattivaracha Aaru Dinangal", Remembering 6 Day War of 1967, Madhyamam Sunday Supplement, 18 June 2017
    30. Qatar Diplomatic Crisis: an analysis, Marunadan Malayali Online News Portal, 9 June 2017
    31. Malayalam Translation of 4 Poems of Salah Abd-el-Saboor, Thilanila, 2017, PP 101-111, Creative Commons, Pattambi
    32. Literary Criticism in Arabic (Nirupana Sahityam), Souvenir: Arabiyude Varthamanam, 2017, PP 87-94, Darul Uloom Wafy Campus, Paral, Toota, Malappuram.
    33. Influence of Orientalism on the issue of Classical Arabic Poetry, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 6, Issue 3, September 2016, PP 106-133, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut
    34. Kuwait War: 25 Years of unhealed woonds, Sanghashabdam, ISSN 2321-9106, September-October 2016, PP 30-33, Association of Kerala Government College Teachers (AKGCT)
    35. (A Philosopher who deconstructed the Arab Heritage), "Arab Samskruthiye Apanirmicha Chinthakan", A Tribute to George Tharabishi, Thejas Daily Sunday Supplement, 10 April 2016
    36. Islamic Philosophy with Ibn Rushd, Proceedings of the UGC National Seminar on Contributions of Arabs to World Culture & Civilization, February 2016, PP 90-101, MES Ponnani College, Ponnani, Kerala
    37. A Study on "Tajarub - From a Horsewoman's Journey" by Hissa Hamdan, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 5, Issue 1, January  2016, PP 53-63, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut
    38. (Life like a Tragedy), "Duranda Naadakam Poloru Jeevitham", A Tribute to Ashraf Pahlawi, Mahila Chandrika Magazine, PP 33-34, February 2016
    39. (A Story writer who swam against the current), "Ozhukkinetire Neenthiya Kadhakaran", A Tribute to Edward al-Kharrat, Madhyamam Sunday Supplement, 25December 2015
    40. (One Who lived in deserts only), "Marubhoomiyil Maathram Jeevichoral", A Tribute to Omar al-Sherif, Madhyamam Sunday Supplement, 26 July 2015
    41. (A Rebel who used poetry as a weapon), "Kavithaye Aayudhamaakkiya Viplavakaari", Sanghashabdam, ISSN 2321-9106, June-July 2015, P 52-54, Association of Kerala Government College Teachers (AKGCT)
    42. Genetic Structuralism in Arab Literary Criticism, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 5, Issue 2, May 2015, PP 25-32, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut.
    43. (Women Excellence in the World of Arab Publishers), "Arab Prasadhaka Lokathe Penperuma", Interview with Dr. Maryam al-Shinasi, Madhyamam Friday Supplement, 3 July 2015
    44. (Freedom is Humanity), "Swathanthryam Thanne Manushyathwam", Meet the Poet Programme With Adonis, Vijnana Kairali Journal, PP 40-42, Kerala Bhasha Institute, 5 June 2015
    45. (When Poetry becomes Revolution), "Kavitha Kalaapamaakumbol", Long Interview with Adonis, Madhyamam Weekly, 25 May 2015, PP 32-41
    46. (Revolutions is not the killings), "Viplavam Ennathu Aru Kolakalalla", Interview with Adonis, Madhyamam Sunday Supplement, 10 May 2015
    47. Post Colonialism in Arabic Criticism, Majalla al-Hind, ISSN 2321-7928, Vol. 4, Issue 1-2, 2015 Jan-Jun, PP 106-140
    48. Mustafa Sadiq al-Rafi'e as a critic, al-Lugah Online Journal, ISSN 2394-4862, Vol. 1, Issue 2, January 2015
    49. Descartes' Approach with Taha Husayn, al-Thazamun Journal, ISSN 2350-1219, November 2014, Vol. 2, Issue 2, PP 36-38 , Azharul Uloom College, Aluva, Kerala
    50. Gayatri Spivak : Indian theorist of Post-colonial Discourse, Thaqafatul Hind Journal, ISSN 0970-3713, 2014, Vol. 65, No. 1, PP 26-42 , Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), New Delhi
    51. Post-colonial Discourse in "Mawsimul Hijra Ilal Shamal", al-Shrooq al-Hindi Journal, ISSN 2320-4451, No.1, Issue 2, February 2014, PP 69-75 , Assam University Silchar, Assam
    52. Critical Approaches of Mustafa Sadiq al-Rafie & Taha Husayn, Hakeem al-Hind, ISSN 2347-2057, No.1, September 2013, PP 61-65, Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit, Regional Centre Tirur, Kerala
    53. Psychological Criticism in Arabic, Proceeding of UGC National Seminar on Modern Trends in Arabic Literature, Dept. of Arabic, PSMO College, Tirurangadi, Kerala, 2013.
    54. Nitaqat: Mareechikayakunna Pravasam, Sanghashabdam, ISSN 2321-9106, Part I, August - September 2013, P 52-55, Part II, October - November 2013, PP 50-51, Association of Kerala Government College Teachers (AKGCT)
    55. Arabic in the Higher Education scenario of Kerala, Sourvenir of the Centenary of Arabic Language Teaching in Kerala, September 2013, P 16, Dept. of Linguistics, University of Kerala & Dept. of Education, Govt. of Kerala
    56. Return Migration from UAE: The Case of Kerala, The Philosopher Research Journal, ISSN 2319-8311, April-June 2013, Ed. 2, PP 206-209, Sree Sankara University of Sanskrit, Tirur, Kerala
    57. The Arab Spring, Arabic Teachers' Bulletin, March 2013, Vol 50, No. 4, PP 75-77, Published by Kerala Arabic Munshis Association, Kerala.
    58. Principles of Education in the Prophetic Traditions, Proceedings of International Seminar on Hadith & Modern Science, February 2013, PP 48-58, Dept. of Arabic, Jamal Mohamed College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
    59. Egyptian Women's Literary Criticism, Majalla Kalikoot , Vol. 3, Issue 2, January  2013, PP 66-87, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut.
    60. Indian Origin of Kalila wa Dimna, Thaqafatul Hind Journal, ISSN 0970-3713, Vol 63, No. 2, 2012, PP 53-74, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), New Delhi
    61. Orientalist Approach in the Interpretation of Holy Qur'an, Al-Rayhan Journal, Vol II, No. 3, August 2012, PP 11-21, Dept. of Arabic, W.M.O. Arts & Science College, Muttil, Wayanadu, Kerala.
    62. Women's Literary Criticism in Egypt, Proceedings of the National Seminar on Arabic Language & Literature in the Present Scenario, 2012, PP 28-40, Department of Arabic, M.E.S. Asmabi College, Kodungallor, Thrissur, Kerala, ISBN 978-81-925995-1-9
    63. Development of Comparative Literature in Arabic, Proceedings of National Seminar on the Arab Experiences of New Trends in Comparative Literature, 2012, PP 68-86, Department of Arabic, PTM Govt. College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram
    64. Imam al-Ghazzali & Ibn Rushd and their Approach to Philosophy, Proceedings of National Seminar on Contemporary Significance of Ghazzalian Thoughts, March 2012, PP 71-78, Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam, Alappuzha, ISBN-978-81-921610-1-3
    65. Arabic Literary Criticism with Psycho-Analysis, Thaqafatul Hind Journal, ISSN 0970-3713, Vol 62, No. 3, 2011, PP 47-57, Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR), New Delhi
    66. Comparative Literature in the Arab world, Al-Asima Journal, Vol III, 2011, PP 105-118, Dept. of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
    67. Kalila wa Dimna: the Question of Its Indian Origin, Majalla Kalikoot , No.3,   Vol.2, December 2011, PP 35-51, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut.
    68. Return Migration from United Arab Emirates: the Case of Kerala, Proceedings of International Seminar on Socio-Cultural Exchange between UAE & Kerala, 2012. PP 15-20, Department of Arabic, University of Kerala
    69. Educational Principles in Holy Qur'an, Proceedings of International Seminar on the Language, Interpretations & Science of Qur'an, Vol 2, 2012, PP 11-116, Dept. of Arabic, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
    70. Najib Mahfouz: a genius in Arabic Novel, Arabic Teacher's Bulletin, February 2012, Vol 46, No. 4, PP 67-68, Kerala Arabic Munshis Association
    71. International Status of Arabic Language, Al Mahara Journal, Vol 1, Issue 1, December 2011, PP 27-30, Department of Arabic, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam
    72. Ibn Khaldun and his Introduction to History, Al-Kathib Arabic Magazine, October 2011, PP 35-37, K.M.M.M.O. Arabic College Staff Council, Thirurangadi, Kerala
    73. Influence of Western Schools in the Modern Arabic Literary Criticism, Proceedings of National Seminar on Arabic in the Modern & Contemporary Text & Context, 2011, PP 118-146, Dept. of Arabic, University of Kerala, Thiruvananthapuram
    74. Indian Diaspora in GCC Countries: The Case of Kerala, Journal of Politics & Society,  Vol 6, No. 1 & 2, March  2011, PP 78-85, Dept. of Political Science, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
    75. Deconstruction: a rebellious reading in contemporary literary criticism, Al-Asima Journal, Vol II, December 2010, PP 88-103, Dept. of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
    76. Critical Approaches of Mustafa Sadiq al-Rafie & Taha Husayn: a study, Kerala Journal, Issue 1, December 2010, Dept. of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram
    77. Principles of Education in Holy Qur'an, Sawt al Umma  Journal, Vol 42, No. 11, November 2010, PP 54-58, Dar al-Ta'lif wa al-Tarjuma, Banaras, UP, India
    78. Psycho-analytical School in Modern Arabic Literary Criticism, Majalla Kalikoot , No.2,   Vol.1, June 2010, PP 13-24, Published by Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut.
    79. 8 Arabic Encyclopedic Articles, Vishwa Sahitya Vijnan Kosam, Vol 7, 2010, Kerala Institute of Encyclopedic Publications, Thiruvananthapuram
    80. Arabic Language and its Universality, Al-Risala Souvenir, January 2010, PP 86-88, MSM Arabic College, Kadakkal, Kollam
    81. Structuralism in contemporary Arabic critical reading, Al-Asima Journal, Issue 1, November 2009, PP 41-53, Dept. of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram
    82. Biruda padya padhati: Anivaryamaya Parishkaranam, Madhyamam daily, 9 October 2009, Ideal Publications Trust, Calicut
    83. 36 Arabic Encyclopedic Articles, Vishwa Sahitya Vijnan Kosam, Vol 6, 2009, Kerala Institute of Encyclopedic Publications, Thiruvananthapuram

     PRESENTATIONS IN SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS / WEBINARS 

    1. Ability Enhancement Courses in Arabic (FYUGP), National Workshop for Designing New Generation Courses in Arabic, Department of Arabic, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam, Kerala, 12 December 2023
    2. Invited Talk on Basics of Research Methodology, Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, 16 August, 2023.
    3. Invited Talk on Recent Trends in Literary Criticism, Refresher Course in Arabic, HRD Centre, University of Calicut, 28 January 2023.
    4. Invited Lecture on Methodology of Research, International Seminar cum Workshop on Arabic Literature and Tolerance, Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, 09 March, 2022
    5. Invited Talk on Introduction to Modern Arabic Poetry, Induction Programme, Department of Arabic, Assam University, Silchar, Assam, Google Meet, 01 January 2022
    6. Arabic Literature in India, International Webinar on Critical Readings on Arabic Language: Form, Creativity & Criticism, Organized by American International Academy of Higher Education & Training, Baghdad, Iraq, through the platform Free Conference Call, 17 December 2021
    7. Invited Talk on 'Learning Arabic: The Way Ahead', Student Training & Empowerment Programme, Govt. Arts & Science College, Kondotty, 18 October 2021
    8. Invited Talk on Modernist Critical Theories, Refresher Course in Arabic, HRD Centre, University of Calicut, 04 October 2021
    9. International Webinar on "Mawsu'a al-Jinsaniyya al-Arabiyya", Afaq Centre for Moroccan-Yemen Cultural Studies, Morocco, Euphrates University, Iraq & Averroes University, Holland, 05 September, 2021
    10. Invited Talk on Arab Films in Egypt, PSC Examination Orientation, Research Forum, Department of Arabic, Govt. College, Tirur, Malappuram, 21 August 2021.
    11. Invited Talk on Literary Criticism in Arabic, PSC Examination Orientation, Research Forum, Department of Arabic, Govt. College, Tirur, Malappuram, 16 August 2021.
    12. International Webinar on Critical Readings on the works of Prof. Mohammed Abdul Rahman Yunus (Syria), Organized by American International Academy of Higher Education & Training, Baghdad, Iraq, through the platform Free Conference Call, 29 January 2021
    13. Invited Talk on Basics of Research Methodology, Organized by Sullamussalam Arabic College, Areekode, Malappuram, Google Meet, 23 December, 2020
    14. Webinar on Translation Theory, Tools, Techniques & Tactics, Organized by Department of Linguistics, University of Kerala & University of San'a, Yemen, Zoom, 24 November, 2020
    15. Webinar Lecture Series on Literary Translation: Practical Challenges, Organized by MES Mampad College, Academy of Excellence Kerala,  International Academy of Finance & Arbitration Tunisia & International Association of Professional Translators, Zoom, 12 November 2020
    16. Webinar on Contemporary Critical Approaches, Organized by Alia University, Kolkatta, al-Mayadin Journal of Humanities Studies, Algeria, Zoom, 19 September 2020
    17. Webinar on Contemporary Academic Studies in Arabic : New Trends & Horizons", Organized by Alia University, Kolkatta, al-Mayadin Journal of Humanities Studies, Algeria & Academy of Excellence, Kerala, Zoom, 07 August 2020
    18. Webinar on Literary Transactions between Arabic & Indian languages : New Trends & Horizons", Organized by Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattorm, Webex, 12 July 2020
    19. Webinar on Political Tragedies in Iraq: Reading Sinan Antoon's "Wahdaha Shajara al-Rumman", Organized by Academy of Excellence, Kerala, Zoom, 26 April 2020
    20. Translation of Arabic Novels, National Seminar on Kerala: Arabic language & literature, Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam, Kerala, 07 January 2020
    21. Literary Translation: an Introduction, National Workshop on Trans cultural Discourse:  Exploring the translation of Contemporary Arabic Poetry, Department of Arabic, SN Govt. Sanskrit College, Pattambi, Palakkadu, 01 November, 2019
    22. Invited Talk on Research Methods in Language & Literature, Department of Arabic, Government TMG College, Tirur, 18 September, 2019
    23. Modern Literary Theories, National Workshop on Research Supervision in Arabic: Language & Literature, Department of Arabic, MES Mambad College, Malappuram, 11 January 2019
    24. The Modern Critical Schools, Refresher Course in Arabic, Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, 27 November 2018
    25. The Allegorical Semitic Representations in the Arabic novel: Awlad Haratina by Najib Mahfouz, Project Presentation, Refresher Course in Summer School, UGC- HRD Centre, University of Kerala, 14 December 2018
    26. Academic Writing, Invited Lecture, Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, 19 December 2017
    27. Post Colonialism in Mawsim al-Hijra ila al-Shamal,  National Seminar on Post Colonial Trends in Arabic Literature, Organized by Department of Arabic, Government TMG College, Tirur, 20-21 November, 2017
    28. Kalila wa Dimna: The Question of its Indian Origin, International Conference on Arabic Language in India: Past, Present & Future, Organized by Ministry of Education, Saudi Arabia & Department of Arabic, Jamia Millia University, New Delhi, 16-17 April, 2017
    29. Arabic Literary Criticism on Resistance Literature, UGC National Seminar on Palestine Literature after 1948, Organized by Department of Arabic, Government College, Malappuram, 27 February- 01 March, 2017
    30. Philosophy of Ibn Rushd, UGC National Seminar on Contribution of Arabs to World Culture & Civilization, organized by Department of Arabic, M.E.S. College, Ponnani, Malappuram, Kerala, 17-18 February, 2016
    31. Influence of Orientalism on the Issue of Pre-Islamic Poetry , National Seminar on Oriental Studies on Arab Culture & Literature, Dept. of Arabic, PTM Govt. College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram, Kerala, 18-19 November 2015.
    32. Contemporary Arab Poetry, International Seminar on World Literature: Near & Apart, Department of Malayalam, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, 15 October 2015
    33. A Study on "Tajaarub: from a Horsewoman's Journey" by HH Hissa Hamdan al-Maktoum, International Seminar on Arab Culture & UAE Heritage, Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut, on 11 June 2015
    34. Theatre Studies in Arabic: Model Syllabus, UGC National Workshop on Designing New Courses in Arabic, 7 January 2015, Department of Arabic, Government College, Kasaragodu
    35. Principles of Translation, Invited Lecture, 19 December 2014, Department of Arabic, University of Calicut
    36. Development of Arabic Literary Criticism, National Seminar on New Dimensions of Arabic Literary Criticism, Department of Arabic, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam Kerala, 10 December 2014
    37. Educational Dimensions of Holy Qur'an, National Seminar on Development of Qur'anic Studies, Jami'a Salafiyya, Pulikkal, Kerala, 12 October 2014
    38. Palestine Issue: an historical analysis, Refresher Course in Arabic, Academic Staff College, University of Calicut, 11 October 2014
    39. Reciprocal Relationship between Arabic Novels & Egyptian Cinema with special reference to 'Zoqaq el-Midaq' of Najib Mahfouz , International Seminar on Contemporary Films on Arabs & Related Culture, Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, Kerala, 12-13 August 2014
    40. Islamic Literary Criticism with Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi, National Seminar on Indo-Arabic Literature with special reference to Abul Hasan Ali Nadwi, Dept. of Arabic, MES Mampad College, Malappuram, Kerala, 19-20 February, 2014.
    41. Post-colonial Criticism, National Seminar on the New Avenues in Literary Criticism, Dept. of Arabic, PTM Govt. College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram, Kerala, 22-23 October 2013.
    42. Psychological Criticism in Arabic, 2 Day National Seminar on Modern Trends in Arabic Literature, Dept. of Arabic, PSMO College, Tirurangadi, Kerala, 10-11 September 2013.
    43. Principles of Education in the Prophetic Traditions, 2 Day International Seminar on Hadith & Modern Science, Dept. of Arabic, Jamal Mohamed College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, 19-20 February 2013.
    44. A Database of Objective Questions (Literary Criticism) for UGC NET/JRF Examinations, 2 Day National Level Workshop Organized by Department of Arabic, Government College, Malappuram, 22-23 January, 2013
    45. New Syllabus for the BA Arabic (Private, University of Kerala) Programme, 3 Day University Level Workshop for revising the scheme & syllabi of BA Arabic (Private) and BA Afsal-ul-Ulama of University of Kerala, organized by the Board of Studies in Arabic (Pass), at Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, 28 December, 2012
    46. Psycho-Analytical Literary Criticism of George Tarabishi, National Seminar on Contemporary Arabic Literary Criticism, organized by Department of Arabic, TM Govt. College, Tirur, Malappuram, Kerala, 17 December, 2012
    47. Research Methodology, Invited Lecture, Department of Arabic, University of Calicut, 05/10/2012
    48. Women's Literary Criticism in Egypt, National Seminar on Arabic Language & Literature in the Present Scenario, organized by Department of Arabic, M.E.S. Asmabi College, Kodungallor, Thrissur, Kerala, 19 July, 2012
    49. Orientalist Approach in the Interpretation of Holy Qur'an, International Seminar on Tafsir Literature in the Modern Period, organized by Department of Arabic, Persian & Urdu, University of Madras, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, 11 January, 2012
    50. Criticism and Resistance Literature, National Seminar on Patriotism in Modern Arabic Poetry, organized by Department of Arabic, Maharaja's College, Ernakulam, 15 December, 2011
    51. Comparative Literature in the Arab world, National Seminar on the Arab Experiences of New Trends in Comparative Literature, organized by Department of Arabic, PTM Govt. College, Perinthalmanna, Malappuram, 11-12 October, 2011
    52. Return Migration from United Arab Emirates: the Case of Kerala, International Seminar on Socio-Cultural Exchange between UAE & Kerala, organized by Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, TVM, 19/07/2011
    53. Critical Approaches of Mustafa Sadiq al-Rafie & Taha Husayn: a study, Ph. D. Open Defense, Dept. of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom, Thiruvananthapuram, 05/07/2011
    54. Kalila wa Dimna: the Question of Its Indian Origin, International Seminar on Indian Contribution to Arabic Literature, Dept. of Arabic, University of Calicut, 26/03/2011
    55. Approach of Imam al-Ghazzali & Ibn Rushd to Philosophy, National Seminar on the Contemporary Relevance of the Thoughts of Imam al-Ghazzali, organized by Department of Arabic, MSM College, Kayamkulam, Kerala, 27/02/2011
    56. Principles of Education in Holy Qur'an, International Seminar on the Language, Interpretations & Science of Qur'an, organized by Department of Arabic, University of Kerala, TVM, 30/04/2010
    57. The Kite Runner: Historical, Political and Cultural Contexts, UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, TVM, 27/01/2010
    58. Structuralism in contemporary Arabic critical reading, National Seminar on Postmodern Trends in Contemporary Arabic Literature, Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, 21/10/2009
    59. India & GCC countries: diaspora and development, International Seminar on New Dimensions of Indo-Arab relations, on 08/09/2009, at Maharaja’s college, Ernakulam
    60. The Palestine Issue: an historical analysis, UGC Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, TVM, 09/05/2009
    61. Influence of the western schools in the modern and contemporary Arabic literary criticism, National Seminar on Contemporary Arabic Literature: Text & Context, Dept. of Arabic, University of Kerala, Kariavattom Campus, TVM, 29/03/2008

     

    SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS / WEBINARS ORGANIZED 

    1. National Seminar on Contemporary Arabic Novel, 29-30 November 2023, Department of Arabic, University College.
    2. International Webinar on Contemporary Arabic Literature in the Gulf Countries, Saturday, 31 December 2022, Zoom Meeting
    3. International Webinar on Contemporary Arabic Literature in the Levant Countries, Saturday, 27 November  2021, Zoom Meeting
    4. Webinar on the Release of 'Keralavum Arabiyum' Platinum Jubilee Souvenir of Department of Arabic, 10 April 2021, Zoom Platform
    5. Webinar on World Arabic Day & Release of Majalla al-Aasima, Vol. 12,  20 December, 2020, Zoom Platform
    6. International Webinar on Arabic Literature in Maghreb Countries, Saturday, 12 December, 2020, Google Meet
    7. National Seminar on Contemporary Women's Literature in Arabic, 27-28 November 2019, Department of Arabic, University College.
    8. Symposium on Arabic Journalism in Kerala, 17 December 2018, Department of Arabic, University College.
    9. National Seminar on Contemporary Arab Novel: Issues & Experiences, 28-29 November 2018, Department of Arabic, University College.
    10. National Seminar on Translation: Domestication & Foreignisation, 28-30 November 2017, Department of Arabic, University College.
    11. Lecture Series on Indo-Arab Literature, 09 March 2017, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    12. National Seminar on Kerala & Arabic Language: Science, Culture, Education and Literature, 01-03 March 2017, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    13. National Seminar on African Literature in Arabic, 20-21 December 2016, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    14. National Seminar on Arabic Language and Literature in Kerala: Evolution & Challenges, Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, January 5-6, 2016
    15. National Seminar on Contemporary Arab Theatre, 18/12/2014, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    16. 3 Day University Level Workshop for revising the scheme & syllabi of BA Arabic (Private) and BA Afsal-ul-Ulama programmes of University of Kerala, organized by the Board of Studies in Arabic (Pass), at Department of Arabic, University College, Thiruvananthapuram, 27-29 December, 2012
    17. National Seminar on the Dynamics of Interaction between Arabic and Indian Regional Languages, 18/12/2012, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    18. National Seminar on the Arab Spring: Perspectives of the Popular Uprisings in the Arab World, 27/03/2012, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    19. One Day Seminar on Arabic: Language , Literature & Education, in observing the International Arabic Language Day on 18/12/2010, Centenary Hall, University College
    20. Workshop cum Orientation programme on the First Degree Programme in Arabic under Choice Based Credit & Semester system, 02-03/07/2010, Dept. of Arabic, University College  
    21. National Seminar on Post Modern trends in contemporary Arabic literature, 21/10/2009, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    22. Five day workshop on redesigning the undergraduate programme in Arabic, 16-20 March, 2009, Dept. of Arabic, University College
    23. Seminar on Mahmud Darwish: The Palestinian National Poet, on 19/08/2008 at Dept. of Arabic, University College        


    ACTIVITIES & MEMBERSHIP

     

    • Member                        : Academic Committee, Mu'assasa Muqarabat, Morocco
      • Member                        : International Association of Arabic Teachers (IAAT), London
          • Member                        : International Union of Arabic Language (IAAT), Beirut
            • Chairman                      : Board of Studies (UG & PG), M.G. University
            • Member                        : PG Board of Studies in Arabic, University of Kerala
              • Member                        : PG Board of Studies in Arabic, SNG Open University Kerala
              • Member                        : Board of Studies in Arabic, Maharaja's College (Autonomous)
              • Chairman & Member : Board of Examiners, U.G. & P.G. Arabic, University of Kerala
              • Chairman                     :  Board of Question paper setters in Arabic, University of Calicut
              • Member                       :  Board of Question paper setters, P.G. Arabic, M.G. University
              • Secretary                     : College Council, University college, TVM, 2013-2014
              • Member                       :  All Kerala Government College Teachers Association

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