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Constituency	2024	2019
Thiruvananthapuram	66.47%	73.66%
Attingal	69.48%	74.4%
Kollam	68.15%	74.66%
Pathanamthitta	63.37%	74.24%
Mavelikkara	65.95%	74.23%
Alappuzha	75.05%	80.25%
Kottayam	65.61%	75.44%

Constituency	2024	2019
Idukki	66.55%	76.34%
Ernakulam	68.29%	77.63%
Chalakudy	71.94%	80.49%
Thrissur	72.90%	77.92%
Alathur	73.42%	80.42%
Palakkad	73.57%	77.72%
Ponnani	69.34%	74.98%

Constituency	2024	2019
Malappuram	72.95%	75.49%
Kozhikode	75.52%	81.65%
Wayanad	73.57%	80.33%
Vadakara	78.41%	82.67%
Kannur	77.21%	83.21%
Kasaragod	76.04%	80.65%

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Entertainment
Online release of Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Vazhakku' raises concerns

According to Saji Nanthiyattu, the film director stands to lose a lot financially, if the producer decides to take him to court regarding the release of the film online without his permission.
Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals seal playoff berth after DC beat LSG

The Royals with 16 points and two games in hand are assured of a top-four finish.
Kerala
Secretary vanishes after siphoning & robbing half the assets of CPM-controlled coop bank

Ratheeshan K (38), secretary of Karadka Agriculture Welfare Cooperative Society for the past 12 years, has vanished into thin air.

VIDEO

Thiruvananthapuram bus safari: A 2-hour ride for Rs 100 in double-decker e-bus

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Online release of Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Vazhakku' raises concerns
Sanal Kumar Sasidharan releases Tovino-starrer 'Vazhakku' online, receives backlash for move
Kiara to represent India at Women in Cinema dinner at 77th Cannes Film Festival
Actor-musician G V Prakash and wife Saindhavi part ways after 11 years of marriage

PODCASTS

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Decoding English movie All of Us Strangers (EP 73)

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

Former Indian soldier working with the UN killed in Gaza | May 14, 2024

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NEWS BRAKE

The Air India Express, its Cabin Crew & the Flight Fiasco

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NEWS BRAKE

El Nino or global warming? Why Kerala is unusually hot this summer

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Poacher: The real vs the cinematic - journalist who broke the news analyses missing links (EP 63)

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Sports
Federation Cup athletics: Yahiya, Mariya bag bronze medals for Kerala

Kerala's Muhammed Ajmal and Rince Joseph will compete in the 400m final on Wednesday.
Kerala
Milma employees' strike called off following conciliation meeting, staff resume duty

Favourable decisions on promotion will be finalised at the board meeting on Wednesday.
News
Alice Munro, master of contemporary short story, dies at 92

Munro published more than a dozen collections of short stories and was honored with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2013.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Struggling with peeling garlic? Try this easy hack!
Flowers you can eat: A guide to common Indian flowers that are edible
What is cooking loss? How to reduce it and retain nutrients in your meals
Pazham pori made of banana peels: Check out this intriguing recipe

ONMANORAMA VIDEOS

NEWS BEYOND KERALA

The Rising Tide of Student Activism Supporting Palestine

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TRAVEL

TVM Safari in e-bus

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Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

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Kerala
My mother believed she didn't get KSEB job because she was non-political: Jackhammer Mary's son

Biju said his mother did not have any political allegiance and she believed that's why she was denied a job
News
PM Modi doesn't own a house or property, declares assets worth Rs 3 crore

The prime minister's highest educational qualification is given as MA that he attained from Gujarat University in 1983.
Kerala
Kerala forest dept to accept land from NGO for elephant habitat restoration

The land was purchased from private parties by the Voices for Asian Elephants (VFAE) in collaboration Nature Mates Nature Club (NMNC).

Movie Review

May 10, 2024

'Marivillin Gopurangal': A smooth ride convincingly steered by Indrajith, Vincy Aloshious | Movie Review

May 10, 2024

'Perumani': While Vinay Forrt and Lukman deliver, the film's message takes its time to come across | Movie Review

May 09, 2024

'Aaro': Joju George, Anumol-starrer fails to take off, thanks to old-school treatment

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals seal playoff berth after DC beat LSG
Federation Cup athletics: Yahiya, Mariya bag bronze medals for Kerala
Narine does a Rangannan | Video
BCCI invites applications for Team India head coach post

News
AAP to be named co-accused in excise policy scam: ED tells Delhi HC

This submission came after the ED opposed the bail plea of former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia in the same money laundering case.
Kerala
Sexist remarks row: Police seize car from which abuses were hurled at RMP leader's house

The car was seized from the house of Sibin Lal, the car owner, in Thenhipalam Olipram Kadavu.
Career & Campus
HP World sparks creativity at 4th annual "Kids Arts" event

The event provided a vibrant platform for kids to showcase their artistic skills.

Vantage Point

Column | Sportspersons & superstitions

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EXPLAINED

News
Onmanorama Explains | Increase in Muslim population: What's the real story

Census data shows the decadal growth rate of Muslims declining over the past three decades.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Former Indian soldier working with the UN killed in Gaza | May 14, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Kerala
Heavy rain brings down temperature across Kerala; orange alert in Pathanamthitta, Idukki

The Met department is expecting 64.5mm to 115.5mm rainfall in the next 24 hours.

News
Explained | United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF)

India highlights forest conservation, management initiatives at the 19th Session of UNFF
Career & Campus
Become a cybersecurity expert with CCST certification from Manorama Horizon

Upon completion, receive your CCST Cybersecurity certification and a prestigious Online Badge to showcase your expertise.
News
Explained | ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA)

Next round of talks for India-ASEAN trade pact review in July

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Gulf Grand Tours visa: Travel agencies to launch unique tourist packages
Flights to Kozhikode diverted to Kochi and Kannur airports due to inclement weather
'Drishyam' actor Esther Anil swims with sharks and stingrays in the Maldives
Rains, gusty winds lash parts of Mumbai; Metro, local train services hit

Career & Campus
Start your data analytics journey: Join Horizon's certification program

Whether you're new to data analytics or a seasoned pro, the certification opens doors to mastery in this vital domain.
Travel
Gulf Grand Tours visa: Travel agencies to launch unique tourist packages

Travellers will have to spend around 4000 – 5000 dirhams or more, to enjoy leisure trips, including two-night stays at three countries in the region.
Kerala
Alappuzha on alert as H1N1 cases mount to 35

H1N1 spreads through air and body fluids and is highly contagious.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Hepatitis A outbreak in Kerala, 10 deaths: Doctor explains causes, symptoms and more
Sonam Kapoor makes her fashion statement, dons gender-neutral outfit
Read your horoscope today (14-05-2024)
What is botulism? Here's how it is connected to your favourite mayonnaise

Career & Campus
Germany calls skilled workforce; free sessions at Goethe-Zentrum centres in Kerala

Participation is free, and admission is on a first-come-first-served basis, depending on available seats.
Entertainment
Sanal Kumar Sasidharan releases Tovino-starrer 'Vazhakku' online, receives backlash for move

The director had alleged that Tovino, who was also the producer of the movie, did not take any efforts to ensure an OTT release for the movie.
Kerala
Two men assault couple for not letting their bike pass in Kollam

The incident happened on May 12.

Career & Campus
Trying to learn German? Enrol now for this three-day crash course

Spanning six hours over three days, this intensive course guarantees an immersive experience led by the experienced faculty of Goethe.
Entertainment
Kiara to represent India at Women in Cinema dinner at 77th Cannes Film Festival

Organized by Vanity Fair, this gala event will unite six remarkable women from around the world to celebrate their accomplishments, both on and off the screen.
Kerala
Home treatment: No action against TVM Collector, blame falls on doctor

The government believes that the collector did not err in inviting the doctor to his residence for the treatment of a fungal infection of nails.

Career & Campus
KEAM 2024: Know Kerala Entrance exams date & time

The exam is being held over several days this year as it is a computer-based test.ke
News
HD Revanna released from jail a day after bail in kidnapping case

A Special Court for Elected Representatives on Monday granted bail to him.
Entertainment
Actor-musician G V Prakash and wife Saindhavi part ways after 11 years of marriage

The couple said they have grown apart and it was better to part ways for their mental peace.

News
Gaza ceasefire talks reach stalemate over Israel's Rafah operations: Qatar PM

Israeli operations in Rafah, which started this month, have closed a main crossing point for aid from the border with Egypt, a move humanitarian groups say has worsened an already dire situation.
Kerala
POCSO case survivor found dead in Idukki; police suspect murder

The police suspect murder as her body was found with a belt around her neck.
LifeStyle
Hepatitis A outbreak in Kerala, 10 deaths: Doctor explains causes, symptoms and more

Hepatitis A typically spreads through the ingestion of contaminated food or water or through close contact with an infected person..

Entertainment
Dhanush and Aishwarya Rajinikanth cheated on each other: Singer Suchitra

Addressing the topic of scandals in the entertainment industry, Suchitra talked about the lack of loyalty in Dhanush and Aishwaryaa's relationship.
Kerala
Man eluding prison term nabbed after 14 years from Coimbatore

On March 31, 2007, the accused waylaid a man on a motorcycle with a machete and robbed him of his money, phone and a gold ring.
Kerala
Central University asst prof Efthikar Ahamed arrested for sexually assaulting woman in water park

According to the FIR, Efthikar Ahamed, who teaches English at the Central University of Kerala, groped a 22-year-old from Malappuram in the wave pool of the amusement park Monday afternoon.

Kerala
Malayali engineer dies alone in Muscat as Air India Express strike disrupts wife's journey

Nambi Rajesh passed away at the hospital on Monday morning.
News
SC assures Kerala of listing its lawsuit against ceiling on net borrowing before Constitution bench

A bench comprising Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta took note of the submissions of senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Kerala, that the matter is urgent and be listed after the summer vacation.
Kerala
'Jackhammer Mary' passes away with an unfulfilled dream

However, her aspiration to secure a job within the KSEB, either for herself or a family member, remained unrealised.

Entertainment
Deleting negative review is not enough; 'Marivillin Gopurangal' producer initiates action against Aswanth Kok

Kok resorted to using abusive language against the film's crew, including its actors.
News
Patanjali misleading ads: SC reserves order on contempt notice issued to Ramdev, aide Balkrishna

A bench of Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah noted that the counsel appearing for the firm has sought time to file an affidavit indicating the steps being taken to recall the advertisements of those products of Patanjali whose licences have been suspended.
Kerala
Milk distribution to be hit in 3 districts as Milma employees go on strike in TVM

The distribution of milk from Ambalathara dairy plant was stopped following the strike.

Entertainment
'Vazhakku' commercial release: Tovino Thomas responds to allegations by Sanal Kumar Sasidharan

Tovino took to social media, urging people to hear both sides of the story before arriving at a conclusion.
Kerala
Sabarimala shrine to open today for monthly Edavam puja

Devotees are required to book their 'darshan' slots through the virtual queue system.
Kerala
Woman charred to death as ambulance catches fire in Kozhikode

The 57-year-old met with the tragedy when the ambulance crashed into an electric pole.

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News
PM Modi files nomination from Varanasi

Voting in Varanasi will take place in the seventh phase on June 1.
Entertainment
There's a story both Mammootty and I like, but making it is a challenge: Prithviraj

Prithviraj's upcoming film 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil' is set to hit theatres on May 16.
News
Elgar Parishad case: Supreme Court grants bail to Gautam Navlakha

Apex court refuses to extend stay imposed by the Bombay High Court order.

Entertainment
Keen to keep Kerala’s culture alive, 100 Malayali women mesmerise US' Charlotte with Thiruvathira

The performers in the 100-member team were between the age group of 22 to 50.
News
Former Indian soldier employed at UN killed in Rafah

The deceased individual was identified as Waibhav Anil Kale, a 46-year-old Indian national who had recently begun working as a UN security service coordinator in Gaza.
Food
Struggling with peeling garlic? Try this easy hack!

s peeling garlic time confusing and boring? Try this easiest way to remove garlic peel.

LifeStyle
Sonam Kapoor makes her fashion statement, dons gender-neutral outfit

Sonam Kapoor took to her Instagram and shared a string of pictures in which she is seen wearing a Ralph Lauren jacket, black pants, and formal shoes.
Entertainment
Tabu lands recurring role in 'Dune: Prophecy' prequel series

As per 'Variety', Tabu will be seen in the role of Sister Francesca.
Entertainment
India on the cusp of a new era at Cannes as six India-themed films content for awards

Leading the Indian charge at Cannes 2024 is Payal Kapadia's India-French-Dutch co-production 'All We Imagine as Light', a film in Malayalam and Hindi.

Sports
Narine does a Rangannan | Video

The Aavesham reel has become popular on social media with several IPL teams jumping on the bandwagon.
Travel
Flights to Kozhikode diverted to Kochi and Kannur airports due to inclement weather

Landing flights on Karipur International Airport's tabletop runway is challenging in adverse weather conditions.
Kerala
Domestic violence: Newlywed woman's family alleges lapses in police probe, to file complaint with CM

According to reports, the couple entered wedlock on May 5.

Entertainment
Renowned theatre artist MC Kattappana passes away

M. C. Kattapana began his professional theatre journey in 1977 and later ventured into the world of cinema.
Entertainment
I'm really excited: Divya Prabha on being part of 'All We Imagine as Light', Indian film that broke Cannes Palme D'Or jinx

Divya plays the role of a young nurse Anu alongside Kani Kusruthi who essays Prabha in the film.
Kerala
Trouble for LDF as Kerala Congress stakes claim for a Rajya Sabha seat

The Kerala Congress (Mani) has openly staked claim for one of the two seats meant for the LDF.

News
Mumbai hoarding collapse: Death toll touches 14, police register case

BMC says hoarding was placed illegally, CM announces aid of Rs 5 lakh to kin of each victim.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (14-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
LifeStyle
What is botulism? Here's how it is connected to your favourite mayonnaise

If the eggs used to prepare mayonnaise are not pasteurized, processing and packing equipment are not sanitised and if the mayonnaise is not stored at conducive temperatures, the bacterium can grow and produce toxins.

Travel
'Drishyam' actor Esther Anil swims with sharks and stingrays in the Maldives

The Maldives, which is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean, is a haven for beach lovers.
Sports
BCCI invites applications for Team India head coach post

The new coach will take charge of the team from July 1, immediately after the T20 World Cup, and the term will expire on December 31, 2027.
Kerala
Kasaragod's Congress leaders throw tantrum after hobnobbing with Periya double murder case accused

KPCC secretary Balakrishnan Periya publicly aired his indignation against Kasaragod MP Rajmohan Unnithan.

News
Senior BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi dies

The former Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar was suffering from cancer.
Sports
IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans crash out as match against KKR abandoned

KKR are assured of a top two finish with 19 points from 13 games and a place in Qualifier 1.
News
8 killed, 70 injured as giant hoarding collapses over fuel station in Mumbai

Heavy rain and gusty wind reportedly brought down the 100-ft hoarding in Ghatkopar.

LifeStyle
Amala Paul walks ramp with baby bump at Lulu fashion event, says it's unbelievable

Around 105 pregnant women took part in the fashion show. Interestingly, this event grabbed the record of the World Record Union for having the most number of pregnant ramp walkers.
Sports
Kerala's Nayana beats Shaili again, bags long jump gold at Federation Cup

Nayana took gold with an effort of 6.53m while Shaili settled for silver with 6.34.
Kerala
Youth held for molesting 10-year-old girl at Alappuzha Medical College

The accused attacked the girl inside a bathroom of the hospital.

Sports
Livingstone returns home; Buttler, Jacks, Topley too fly back

Livingstone's injury is not of serious nature but the England management, as per ESPNCricinfo, decided to give him more time to get it treated prior to their home T20I series against Pakistan, beginning on May 22.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: SC dismisses plea seeking removal of Kejriwal as Delhi CM after arrest in money laundering case | May 13, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
LifeStyle
This Mavelikkara house is a prefect blend of minimalism, elegance

The construction of this extremely space-efficient house, including structure and furnishing, was completed on a budget of Rs 65 lakh.

LS POLLS- PHASE 4

News
LS polls phase 4: Over 62% turnout in 96 constituencies till 5 pm

Among the keenly watched contests are those involving former UP chief minister Akhilesh Yadav and Union ministers Giriraj Singh, Nityanand Rai and Raosaheb Danve.
Sports
Shayaamnikhil becomes India's 85th Grandmaster

The 31-year-old conjured the requisite 2500 ELO rating points, the minimum requirement to be a GM, way back in 2012 with two GM norms but for the third one, he had to wait for 12 years.
Kerala
2 ice cream bombs explode at Kannur's Pariyaram

Investigations are underway to apprehend the assailants.

Travel
Rains, gusty winds lash parts of Mumbai; Metro, local train services hit

Metro services were suspended between Aarey and Andheri East metro stations after a banner landed on the overheard wire due to strong winds, a spokesperson from Metro Rail said.
News
New study reveals over 9,600 children jailed in adult prisons between Jan '16 and Dec '21

The study, titled Incarceration of Children in Prisons in India, was done by legal rights body iProbono.
LifeStyle
Magical transformation of 200-year-old ancestral home retaining its quaint charm

Interestingly, the old house was built on a single rafter frame. A single trunk of wood is what supports the entire house.

Sports
Retaining Olympic gold priority for Neeraj Chopra than 90-m mark: coach

'A medal is more important than a mark. The mark increases almost every year, but the medal stays,' said Klaus Bartonietz.
Sports
WFI to take final call on which wrestler will participate in Olympics: Sanjay Singh

He said that the fresh trials will be conducted to pick the final squad for the showpiece.
News
Owaisi's BJP opponent Madhavi Latha booked for asking burqa-clad women to remove veil at polling booth

A case was registered against her at Malakpet Police Station.

Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding English movie All of Us Strangers (EP 73)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Vishnupriya, Swathi and Padmakumar are analysing the English movie 'All of Us Strangers' directed by Andrew Haigh and starring Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal in the lead.
Kerala
Life imprisonment for accused in Vishnupriya murder case

On October 22, 2022, lone accused Shyamjith entered 23-year-old Vishnupriya's house and stabbed her to death for rejecting his marriage proposal.
Career & Campus
Brisk start to KITE AI training for teachers in Alappuzha, more centres to be opened

The training sessions are being held as part of the KITE initiative to train teachers about the responsible usage of AI in schools by August 2024.

Entertainment
Sanal Kumar Sasidharan accuses Tovino of obstructing the release of 'Vazhakku'

Sanal claims that the actor showed reluctance to release the movie, in which he plays the lead role and is also a production partner, due to concerns about his status as a rising star.
Career & Campus
How to calculate CBSE Class 12 percentage?

Here's a simple guide to help you calculate your percentage from CBSE 12 marklist and CGPA.
Kerala
Bystander assaults woman doctor in Kollam's Chavara

Though Chavara police reached the spot upon learning about the incident, they did not register a case.

HUMAN-ANIMAL CONFLICT

Kerala
Indefinite closure of Wayanad eco-tourism centres leaves stakeholders in the lurch

On account of the mounting human-animal conflict in the district, the High Court on February 17 ordered the closure of nearly a dozen eco-tourism centres.
Kerala
Kerala govt resumes driving tests; protesters stop man from taking test in Muttathara

The primary hurdle faced by the Motor Vehicle Department in resuming operations is the absence of applicants who have been assigned slots for driving tests.
Career & Campus
CBSE class 10 board exam results declared, 47k secure over 95% | How to check

93.60 per cent students cleared the test and girls outshone boys by 2.04 percentage.

Kerala
Summer rain to intensify in Kerala: Yellow alert in 9 districts today

Yellow alert in Thiruvananthapuram, Pathanamthitta, Ernakulam, Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Kozhikode and Wayanad districts on Monday.
LifeStyle
Bilateral breast cancer: X-Men actress Olivia Munn battles an aggressive ailment

Those who suffer from bilateral breast cancer have cancerous cells in both breasts.
News
Delhi HC quashes plea seeking action against PM Modi over hate speech

The court said the plea was misconceived and devoid of merits and the ECI can take an independent view on the complaint of the petitioner in accordance with law.

Kerala
TTE assaulted for questioning passenger without reservation in Malappuram

The incident occurred near Tirur in Malappuram at around 10 pm on Sunday.
Travel
Munnar sees biggest crowd since 2006: How to enjoy the spot avoiding traffic congestion?

The Madras High Court recently ordered to restrict entry to Ooty, by issuing e-passes.
Travel
Will the Railways show the green light for a brand new MEMU?

The demand for a MEMU, in the Kottayam route, between the Thirunelveli – Palakkad Palaruvi Express in the morning and the Venad Express has been long pending.

LifeStyle
Pictures of Tejasswi Prakash ooze charm of black sari, sets social media on fire

On the work front, she is known for her work in 'Naagin 6', 'Khatron Ke Khiladi 10', Karn Sangini', and 'Pehredaar Piya Ki'.
Sports
How can RCB qualify for IPL 2024 playoffs?

RCB need to win their final game against Chennai Super Kings on Saturday at home and hope other results go their way.

Phase 1 April 19

Phase 2 April 26

Phase 3 May 7

Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

Phase 6 May 25

Phase 7 June 1

POLLING PERCENTAGE

Thiruvananthapuram bus safari: A 2-hour ride for Rs 100 in double-decker e-bus

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

'Marivillin Gopurangal': A smooth ride convincingly steered by Indrajith, Vincy Aloshious | Movie Review

'Perumani': While Vinay Forrt and Lukman deliver, the film's message takes its time to come across | Movie Review

'Aaro': Joju George, Anumol-starrer fails to take off, thanks to old-school treatment