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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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Kerala
Idukki's summer charmers- Vagamon Adventure park records 1.2 lakh turnout, 85,000 visit Mottakkunnu in April

The Glass Bridge at Vagamon has become one of the biggest tourist attractions in Idukki this summer.
Kerala
Kozhikode MCH doctor operates on 4-year-old girl's tongue without parents' consent

The girl, who has polydactyly condition, was admitted to the hospital for the removal of the additional finger on her hand.
Kerala
Gov sanctions 2 cr for 4th edition of Loka Kerala Sabha, to be held in June

The convention is scheduled to be held from June 5 to 7 at R Sankaranarayanan Thampi Hall at the Kerala legislative assembly building.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Sophie Turner reveals she contemplated terminating first pregnancy with Joe Jonas
'Furiosa' stuns Cannes: Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy's film receives six-minute ovation
Sanal Kumar removes 'Vazhakku' from online after copyright complaint
Malayalam film producer Johny Sagariga arrested in cheating case

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News
Will women ever be safe in Modi's India, asks Jairam Ramesh

Rather than punishing MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh for his heinous crimes, the BJP has rewarded him with a ticket for his son Karan Bhushan Singh, Ramesh said.
News
Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal's wife passes away after battling cancer

She passed away around 3 am and Naresh Goyal was at their Mumbai residence at the time.
Food
This surprise ingredient could transform your breakfast eggs into a nutri-bomb

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Kerala
Nambi Rajesh's body brought home after protest at Air India Express office in TVM

After having collapsed at his workplace in Muscat, the Karamana native was hospitalised on May 5.
Kerala
Tourist buses rigged for tax evasion, fraud amounting to Rs 64 lakh exposed

The Motor Vehicles Department has ordered the collection of taxes including dues, but no investigation has been initiated against officials implicated in the tax evasion scheme.
Kerala
Pantheerankavu dowry case: This is Rahul's second marriage, admits mother

The police are on the lookout for Rahul for brutally torturing his second wife, a native of Ernakulam's Paravur.

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

SPORTS

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Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifier against Kuwait
Juventus end title drought with Coppa Italia triumph
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings in pix
Vinesh Phogat urges Sports Ministry & IOA to announce details of Olympic trials

Kerala
Operation AAG & D-Hunt: Kerala police resume special drives to nab goons

On Wednesday, cops inspected the houses of 1,253 people, who were earlier involved in drug peddling.
Kerala
Kabani swells in summer showers, one drowns, authorities raise alarm

The district had received copious summer showers in the last few days.
Kerala
Man stabbed to death in Fort Kochi

The deceased has been identified as Benoy Stanley.

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Sports
Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifier against Kuwait

Chhetri, who made his debut in 2005, has scored 94 goals for the country. He will leave the scene as India's all-time top-scorer and most-capped player.
News
EC rejects nomination of comedian who wanted to contest against Modi in Varanasi

The comedian-mimic had also alleged that he was prevented from submitting his nomination papers.
Entertainment
Sophie Turner reveals she contemplated terminating first pregnancy with Joe Jonas

The actress shared that she didn't know if she wanted to be a mother at the time and even spoke to therapists about her feelings.

Kerala
Southwest monsoon to reach Kerala around May 31

The met body had forecast above-normal rainfall during the June-September Southwest Monsoon season.
Entertainment
'Furiosa' stuns Cannes: Chris Hemsworth and Anya Taylor-Joy's film receives six-minute ovation

Taylor-Joy blew kisses into the camera, while Hemsworth appeared teary-eyed at the rapturous reception.
Kerala
Zero conviction in 431 bomb attack cases in Kerala since 2016, says official data

Police closed 205 cases citing a lack of progress in the investigation and two others for absence of evidence.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

First direct India-Cambodia flight ops to commence from June 16
Navakerala bus: High ticket fare, inconvenient schedule keep passengers away
Titanic II: What does the 'upgraded' replica of the iconic ship offer?
UAE to offer visa support for Indians hosting Abu Dhabi destination weddings: Details

Kerala
Negotiations with Transport Minister successful; driving school owners' associations call off strike

Ganesh Kumar, who refused to back down from the new driving test reforms that were to be implemented, was forced to call the associations for a discussion after the protests got stronger.
News
Sex racket busted in Arunachal, police officer among 21 held

The arrested government officers include a deputy superintendent of police and a deputy director of health services.
Sports
Juventus end title drought with Coppa Italia triumph

Allegri became the first coach to win the Coppa Italia five times after Sven-Goran Eriksson and Roberto Mancini lifted the trophy on four occasions.

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Kerala
Delimitation: Local bodies to get one more ward each in Kerala

In Grama Panchayats, wards are constituted at a ratio of one for every 1000 people.
Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals vs Punjab Kings in pix

PBKS skipper Sam Curran hit five fours and three sixes in his match-winning 41-ball unbeaten 63.
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News
BJP petitions Election Commission against Rahul Gandhi's Army remark

Gandhi had made the remarks in Raebareli while attacking the Modi govt on the Agnipath recruitment scheme.

Kerala
Fire breaks out at plastic waste plant in Palakkad

The incident happened around 5.30 am on Thursday in an area where raw materials for footwear production were stored.
Sports
Vinesh Phogat urges Sports Ministry & IOA to announce details of Olympic trials

Vinesh, the face of protest against former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, who is facing charges of sexual harassment against female grapplers, has won the 50kg Olympic quota but will have to undergo trials before the final squad is announced.
LifeStyle
Is it ok to eat yoghurt every day?

Yoghurt is prepared by fermenting milk, which converts the lactose in milk into lactic acid, which gives yoghurt its tangy flavour and thick texture.

Travel
First direct India-Cambodia flight ops to commence from June 16

Before the Covid pandemic, around 75,000 people from India used to visit Cambodia every year.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (16-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Kerala
UK-based Malayali ham travels to Marconi’s hill, cracks radio amateurs’ North American riddle

No one was willing to take up the challenge for over one-and-a-half years.

Sports
IPL 2024: Curran leads from the front as Punjab Kings beat Royals

RR suffered their fourth loss on the trot.
News
Congress wants separate budgets for Hindus, Muslims: PM Modi

Addressing two back-to-back poll rallies in Maharashtra, the PM hit out at the Shiv Sena (UBT), repeatedly calling it the "duplicate" Shiv Sena.
Kerala
Pantheerankavu Case: Cop suspended for delay in probe

he suspension follows a report by Feroke Assistant Commissioner Saju K. Abraham highlighting significant delays in the investigation.

Entertainment
Sanal Kumar removes 'Vazhakku' from online after copyright complaint

Sanal claimed that Tovino is an insecure actor and prevented the film's release as he feared that his co-actor Sudev Nair outshone him in the movie.
News
Slovak PM in life-threatening condition after assassination attempt, says government

Slovak media said the shooter was a 71-year-old man but the motive was not immediately clear.
Sports
Neeraj Chopra wins gold at Federation Cup

Manu of Karnataka came second with 82.06m effort, while Uttam Balasaheb Patil of Maharashtra was third with 78.39m.

Kerala
Central University of Kerala suspends asst prof Efthikar Ahamed arrested for sexual assault

On May 13, Taliparamba police arrested Dr Efthikar Ahamed (51) after he allegedly groped a woman (22) at the wave pool in Vismaya Amusement Park at Parassinikadavu near Kannur.
Kerala
Amoebic meningoencephalitis: 5-year-old in critical condition, family trying to get medicine from abroad

The family and the health authorities are trying their best to get their hands on the essential medicine – Miltefosine – from abroad as it is reportedly not available in the country at present as the disease is rare.
Kerala
Family visit to Kottayam's Illikkal Kallu ends in infant's death

The deceased is Insa Mariam (1), the daughter of Irshad.

Kerala
TVM collector’s summons to doctor escalates into IAS versus CPI union clash

When there was a huge public outcry against the collector's action, the IAS Officers' Association quickly rallied behind the Collector.
News
CAA comes into effect: First set of citizenship certificates issued to 14 people

The CAA was enacted in December 2019 to grant Indian nationality to persecuted non-Muslim migrants from Bangladesh, Pakistan and Afghanistan who came to India on or before December 31, 2014.
Kerala
Sleeping 10-year-old girl abducted from her house, sexually assaulted and robbed in Kasaragod

The man choked the girl, pressed her eyes with his fingers and threatened to kill her if she raised an alarm

Kerala
Mammootty receives support from Kerala politicians over online harassment row

Some of them have even used Mammootty's birth name, Muhammed Kutty, in their attacks on the National Award-winning actor.
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Daily News Dose: CAA comes into effect, first set of 14 people granted citizenship | May 15, 2024

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Nepal cricket star Lamichhane cleared of rape charges

A jubilant Lamichhane appeared at the court premises after the verdict. His supporters blew traditional musical pipes and beat drums to celebrate.

Sports
Pakistan have mental block when it comes to playing India in World Cups: Misbah

India and Pakistan will clash on June 9 in New York in arguably the most awaited league stage match of the T20 World Cup that begins on June 1.
News
Supreme Court orders NewsClick editor's release in UAPA case, terms arrest illegal

Prabir Purkayastha's remand illegal, notes apex court
Entertainment
Malayalam film producer Johny Sagariga arrested in cheating case

The producer, known for bankrolling a handful of Malayalam films, including Mohanlal-starrer ‘Thandavam’, was detained at Cochin International Airport, Nedumbassery on Tuesday.

LifeStyle
Classy abode on 6-cent plot in Mamangalam sets examples in several counts

The interiors of the house look so spacious that it hardly feels like the house stands on a 6 cents plot.
Career & Campus
New stay back rules in Australia from July 1: Maximum age limit set to 35

Additionally, upon successful completion of a recognized course in Australia, students from other countries will be eligible for a temporary graduate visa, enabling them to bring their families to Australia and work unlimited hours.
Kerala
Centuries old rosewood logs find takers in musical instrument makers at e-auction

The biggest trunks were bought for carving musical instruments like violin while the smaller ones were bought by furniture manufacturers.

News
Kerala-based Experion forges tie-up with Twixor

The partnership aims to deliver unparalleled value through customer experience automation at scale.
LifeStyle
Cannes festival gets off to a sizzling start with strong women representation

The audience gave a minutes-long standing ovation for Streep as she took the stage. wearing a simple white gown and black-frame glasses.
News
Ex-BMW expert Stefan Juraschek joins Acsia as strategic advisor

Juraschek held multiple high-impact roles in the BMW Group.

News
OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever departs ChatGPT maker

Microsoft-backed OpenAI makes the popular ChatGPT chatbot.
LifeStyle
Amoebic meningoencephalitis: What is the disease that affected five-year old in Kerala's Malappuram?

As the amoeba is generally found in warm freshwater bodies that are not cleaned or chlorinated properly, avoid swimming or bathing in them during summer.
Sports
Thailand Open: Easy for Satwik-Chirag; Prannoy stunned by compatriot Meiraba

Ashmita Chaliha came from behind to enter the second round of with a hard-fought win over Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo of Indonesia.

Sports
Injured Rabada flies back home

Cricket South Africa said that the injury is unlikely to impact Rabada's preparation for the T20 World Cup.
News
'Foetus has fundamental right to live': SC rejects plea seeking termination of over 27-week pregnancy

The counsel said the foetus is in the womb and till the child is delivered, it is the right of the mother.
LifeStyle
'Kuzhinakham' aka paronychia infection around cuticles: How to treat it?

In some people, paronychia may lead to puss-filled abscesses and fungal infection too.

Kerala
Summer rains in Kerala: IMD sounds yellow alert in 9 districts

A yellow alert was issued in nine districts on Wednesday.
Kerala
Pantheerankavu domestic violence: Rights panel takes suo motu case against police

Meanwhile, a case of attempted murder has been registered against the woman’s husband.
Entertainment
Stand-up comedian Karthik Kumar reacts to singer, ex-wife Suchitra’s claims that he is gay

In a recent interview, Suchitra had even hinted that Karthik was in a relationship with Dhanush.

Kerala
Pantheerankavu dowry case: Rahul married multiple times; police issue lookout notice

Police issued lookout notices at airports to prevent Rahul from fleeing abroad.
Food
How to cut power consumption and save energy with your refrigerator

Saving energy while using a refrigerator is essential for reducing electricity bills and minimizing environmental impact.
Kerala
1,773 goondas are roaming free in Kerala, says police data

The Kerala police recently identified 40 criminal gangs operating in the state and Bengaluru.

Food
Struggling with peeling garlic? Try this easy hack!

s peeling garlic time confusing and boring? Try this easiest way to remove garlic peel.
News
Sachin Tendulkar’s security guard shoots self in Maharashtra

The SRPF is likely to conduct its independent inquiry into the incident as the matter involves a jawan assigned to VVIP security.
News
After US, Australia, New Zealand looking into Indian spice brands over contamination

Hong Kong last month suspended sales of three spice blends of MDH and one of Everest.

News
Rajasthan mine collapse: One dead, 14 rescued

The incident happened when the vigilance team along with senior officials of the state-owned company went inside the mine for an inspection.
News
UN launches probe into death of Indian staff member by unidentified strike in Rafah

The staff member, a retired Indian Army officer named Waibhav Anil Kale, was working with the UN Department of Safety and Security.
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.

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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.
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.
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News
PM Modi files nomination from Varanasi

Voting in Varanasi will take place in the seventh phase on June 1.

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
Sexist remarks row: Car used by accused to hurl abuses at RMP leader's house seized

The car was seized from the house of the car owner Sibin Lal, at Olipram Kadavu in Tenhipalam, in Malappuram district.
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
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.
Entertainment
Cannes Film Festival kicks off, but it's not free of controversies

As per reports, organisers have brought in a crisis management team to deal with any fallout from the possible release of the names of 10 industry figures accused of sexual abuse, during the festival.
News
Mumbai hoarding crash: Toll increases to 16 as two more bodies found under debris

Weak foundation could have caused the accident, local media reports say.

Career & Campus
Retain the post-study visa route dominated by Indians, suggests UK review

It found that Indian students lead the pack in this visa category, accounting for 89,200 visas between 2021 and 2023 or 42 per cent of the overall grants.
Travel
Navakerala bus: High ticket fare, inconvenient schedule keep passengers away

The bus that departs from Kozhikode at 4 am is supposed to reach Bengaluru by 11.30 am. Meanwhile, the return trip begins at 2.30 pm and reaches Kozhikode at 10 pm.
Travel
Titanic II: What does the 'upgraded' replica of the iconic ship offer?

Australian mining magnate Clive Palmer is all set to build Titanic II, around a decade after he had announced the project.

Entertainment
‘Vazhakku’ online release: Film fraternity condemns Sanal Kumar Sasidharan's impulsive action

According to Saji Nanthiyattu, the film director stands to lose a lot financially, if the producer decides to take him to court regarding the unauthorised release of the movie.
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
Entertainment
Meryl Streep receives minutes-long standing ovation at Cannes opening night

The 'Mamma Mia' actor was honoured in an emotional ceremony.

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.
Kerala
Three-member gang hacks man in TVM, vandalises house

The gang reportedly stole three two-wheelers and money from their victims.
Sports
IPL 2024: Delhi Capitals vs Lucknow Super Giants in pix

DC ended the league phase with 14 points from as many outings and await the results of other team to find out whether they can sneak through to the playoffs.

Sports
Pant reckons DC had a better chance of qualifying if he played against RCB

Not only did DC lose the game but the 47-run defeat also impacted their net run rate and now they have to sit and wait for the other teams to play out their matches to find out if they have qualified for the play offs or not.
Sports
Haaland brace puts Manchester City on the verge of historic triumph

The result also meant Aston Villa have qualified for Champions League for the first time since the 1982-83.
Sports
Serena Williams to host ESPYs in July

The 23-time Grand Slam champion will take the stage on July 11 at The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.

Travel
UAE to offer visa support for Indians hosting Abu Dhabi destination weddings: Details

The recently announced new visa initiative contributes to Abu Dhabi's tourism strategy 2030, which aims to boost visitor numbers to 39.3 million by 2030.
LifeStyle
How to shampoo hair? Tips for easy, healthy locks

It is not possible to cure all types of hair fall.
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.

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
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).
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.

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.
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Daily News Dose: Former Indian soldier working with the UN killed in Gaza | May 14, 2024

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