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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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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.
Travel
Flights to Karipur 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.
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.

VIDEO

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

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Renowned theatre artist MC Kattappana passes away
I'm really excited: Divya Prabha on being part of 'All We Imagine as Light', Indian film that broke Cannes Palme D'Or jinx
Keen to keep Kerala’s culture alive, 100 Malayali women mesmerise US' Charlotte with Thiruvathira
Sanal Kumar Sasidharan accuses Tovino of obstructing the release of 'Vazhakku'

PODCASTS

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Decoding English movie All of Us Strangers (EP 73)

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

SC dismisses plea seeking removal of Kejriwal as Delhi CM after arrest in money laundering case | May 13, 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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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.
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.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

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

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

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
Chilli burthuqal - a refreshing drink with a difference

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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KNOW YOUR CANDIDATE

Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

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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.
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.

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.

BCCI invites applications for Team India head coach post
IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans crash out as match against KKR abandoned
Kerala's Nayana beats Shaili again, bags long jump gold at Federation Cup
Livingstone returns home; Buttler, Jacks, Topley too fly back

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.

Vantage Point

Column | Sportspersons & superstitions

Dr KN Raghavan

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.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Flights to Karipur 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
Munnar sees biggest crowd since 2006: How to enjoy the spot avoiding traffic congestion?

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

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Read your horoscope today (14-05-2024)
What is botulism? Here's how it is connected to your favourite mayonnaise
Amala Paul walks ramp with baby bump at Lulu fashion event, says it's unbelievable
This Mavelikkara house is a prefect blend of minimalism, elegance

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.
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.

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.
Career & Campus
CBSE Class 12 results 2024 out | How to check it online?

To check the result, students need to provide their roll number and date of birth.
LifeStyle
Even before current ban, MDH and Everest spices faced many rejections: Here's why

For decades, MDH and Everest have been among the biggest spice makers in India, making products widely used in home kitchens and restaurants for flavouring curries and many dishes.

Career & Campus
CBSE Class 12 results 2024 declared, 87.98% pass percentage; 24k students score above 95%

1,16,145 lakh students secured 90 per cent marks in the Class 12 examination.
Entertainment
Actress Olivia Munn reveals she underwent full hysterectomy amid breast cancer battle

Munn described the life-changing decision as "the best" for her circumstances.
News
SC dismisses plea to remove Kejriwal as Delhi CM

We are not inclined to interfere with the impugned judgment, notes the bench.

Sports
Du Plessis proud of RCB's bold approach

After losing seven of their first eight matches, RCB embarked on a superb five-match winning spree, with Sunday's 47-run win over DC lifting them to fifth in the table with 12 points.
Entertainment
Mammootty and Raj B Shetty lock horns in 'Turbo' trailer

Set for release on May 23, 'Turbo' marks Mammootty's return to the genre of full-fledged mass entertainers, following his last venture in 2022 with 'Bheeshma Parvam'.
Entertainment
B-movie kingmaker Roger Corman who launched careers of Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, dies at 98

No one would argue that the movies Corman produced were subtle or nuanced. Many were complete schlock, filled with crazy effects and bizarre plots, but some also had artistic merit.

Kerala
RMP leader booked for sexist remark; case against 3 for throwing bomb at his house

Police booked Hariharan over Mahila association's complaint.
LifeStyle
Ajay Devgn at his flamboyant best in dark suit, Italian leather shoes

The actor took to his Instagram on Saturday and shared an array of monochromatic pictures in which he can be seen dressed in a suit.
Kerala
Kozhikode youth booked in domestic violence case nearly 8 days after wedding

The woman from Ernakulam tied the knot with Rahul on May 5.

Food
Flowers you can eat: A guide to common Indian flowers that are edible

It's essential to be cautious when handling unfamiliar plants and flowers, and never consume any part of a plant unless you are certain it is safe to do so.
Sports
IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals in pix

DC were bowled out for 140 in their chase of 188 at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium.
Travel
Israel announces it's open for tourism, while US and Canada advise caution: What should tourists know?

Tibin Thomas of Oasis Tours India Pvt Ltd, which often takes tourists to Israel on Holyland trips, shares his experiences with Onmanorama.

Entertainment
BAFTA TV awards 2024: Netflix original 'Top Boy' wins Best Drama Series

Though 'The Crown' had led the nominations with eight nods, the series, which is a fictionalised take on the British Royal family, failed to win a single award.
Entertainment
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Chiranjeevi, Jr NTR, Allu Arjun cast votes in Hyderabad

Chiranjeevi accompanied by his wife Surekha cast their votes at a polling centre in posh Jubilee Hills.
Kerala
Puthuvyppe beach accident: Death toll climbs to 3 as two die at Kochi hospital

Their friend Abhishek drowned in the sea on Sunday.

LifeStyle
Enjoy mangoes but stay away from artificially ripened ones: Here's how to check

Mangoes that are not naturally ripened often emit a chemical odour.
Entertainment
Kannada TV actor Pavitra Jayaram dies in car accident

The accident occurred while returning to Hanakere in Mandya district of Karnataka.
Kerala
Shortage of higher secondary seats leaves students in Malappuram high and dry

Education sector experts point out that the state government must allocate 229 extra batches to accommodate all the qualified students.

Entertainment
Jim Parsons says reprising his ‘Big Bang Theory' role for ‘Young Sheldon’ finale was 'a gift'

Parsons is set to play Sheldon once more for the final time in the 'Young Sheldon' finale airing on May 16.
Kerala
Kochi Metro feeder autos to receive card payments

Once the service is activated, passengers will be able to pay the travel fare using debit or credit cards.
Kerala
Patient hurls abuses, attacks doctor at Kozhikode hospital

According to hospital staff, the accused was under the influence of alcohol.

Kerala
Two killed as ship hits fishing boat off Ponnani

Narrow escape for four others in the boat.
Kerala
Disabled man hacked to death by nephew in Kannur

According to reports, a family dispute ended up in the murder
Sports
Column | Sportspersons & superstitions

Rather than scoff at these practices as superstitions aimed at courting the super natural, it will be more prudent to place them in the category of routines, the absence of which carry the capacity for adverse outcomes.

Sports
IPL 2024: RCB stay in the hunt with fifth straight win

The target of 188 was not insurmountable, but the DC chase descended into disarray once they lost four wickets inside 3.3 overs up front, eventually finishing at 140.
Sports
Premier League: Arsenal reclaim provisional top spot

Manchester City, who are aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive English top-flight title, can retake the lead when they play at Arsenal's London rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Tuesday.
Kerala
All 7 accused directly involved in murder of Karamana Akhil arrested

Akhil (26) who ran a pet shop was murdered by a three-member gang on Friday night.

Sports
Federation Cup athletics off to a low-key start

Vithya, part of the Indian women's 4x400m relay squad that booked a Paris Olympics berth in Bahamas recently, pulled out immediately after the start of the women's 400m hurdles final race at the Kalinga Stadium.
Kerala
RMP leader's sexist remark: DYFI lodges complaint against KS Hariharan

Hariharan expressed regret for making the comment as his speech triggerd a controversy.
Kerala
RMP leader's sexist remark: Unidentified gang hurls explosives at KS Hariharan's house

The group, which is yet to be identified, threw explosives that detonated upon hitting the wall.

News
Bomb threats in 8 Delhi hospitals, airport; security beefed up

On May 1, over 150 schools in Delhi-NCR received an identical threat email claiming explosives had been planted on their premises. The authorities later declared it a hoax.
Sports
Ishant Sharma has the last laugh in duel against Virat Kohli | Video

Ishant dismissed Kohli for the first time in an IPL match.
Travel
Dubai launches air taxi service: Passengers can reach various spots in the city in 10 minutes

Each air taxi can accommodate up to four passengers and a pilot. Besides, there is ample space for baggage too.

Kerala
Malayali passenger threatens to jump off plane, arrested at Mangaluru airport

As per national media reports, the accused is B C Mohammed of Kannur. The incident happened on May 9.
Sports
Tabilo stuns Djokovic at Italian Open

Djokovic has failed to reach a single final in 2024 and has played only six matches on clay in the build-up to the French Open.
Sports
IPL 2024: CSK boost playoffs hopes with hard-fought victory

CSK chased down a target of 142 with 10 balls to spare on a tricky surface.

Sports
Ravindra Jadeja given out obstructing the field | Video

The appeal was refereed to third umpire Anil Chaudhary who ruled that that Jadeja was watching the ball and deliberately changed direction.
News
Israeli tanks enter Gaza following heavy aerial and ground attacks

With this, the death toll in Israel's military operation in Gaza has now passed at least 35,000 Palestinians.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: AAP chief announces 'Kejriwal ki Guarantee', lists 10 promises | May 12, 2023

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.

LifeStyle
When 11-year-old Vyga nursed her mother back to life

It was following Vyga’s compulsion that Sonia reluctantly fixed her artificial leg and started walking again.
Kerala
Toddler collapses, dies of fever in Palakkad

Though Chinnu was rushed to the Mannarkad Taluk Hospital, she could not be saved.
News
Afghanistan floods: Death toll goes up to 315; 1,600 injured

Aid agencies fear the situation will worsen as reports emerge of damage to critical infrastructure, including healthcare facilities and water supplies.

LifeStyle
Meet Smitha, the mother who fights constantly to bring about change

Smitha had to give up her dream job in the judicial services in order to care for Ishan.
Videos
Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

Kerala Sports Week is a one-stop shop for all major developments in Kerala Sports in a week. The highlight of the show is the announcement of the Kerala Sportsperson of The Week at the end.
News
'Will free Indian land from Chinese occupation': AAP chief announces 'Kejriwal ki Guarantee'

Kejriwal listed 10 works that will be done on a war footing if the INDIA bloc forms government at the Centre.

Kerala
Alappuzha youth dies after falling off bike, run over by bus

The 12.76 km Aroor - Thuravoor stretch of National Highway 66, where construction of India's longest elevated highway is currently underway, is considered a deathtrap for motorists and pedestrians alike.
Sports
Deeksha breaks 1500m national record

Avinash Sable finished second in men's 5000m event at the Sound Running Track Fest in Los Angeles.
Travel
Oman – Abu Dhabi railway: Hafeet rail to boost tourism in the area

The passenger train can speed up to 200 kilometres per hour, covering the distance between Sohar and Abu Dhabi in 1 hour 40 minutes, and 1 hour 47 minutes between Sohar and Al Ain.

Kerala
Summer rain in Kerala: IMD sounds yellow alert in 5 districts today

A yellow alert indicates rainfall ranging from 64.5 mm to 115.5 mm in 24 hours.
Travel
Kakkayam eco-tourism centres reopen after 3-months closure

The eco and the hydel tourism centres were closed on January 20 after a wild gaur attacked tourists.

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

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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