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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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Sports
Toni Kroos to retire after Euro 2024

The Real Madrid midfielder added that the Champions League final will be his last game for the Spanish club.
Entertainment
Mammootty extends birthday wishes to Mohanlal as superstar turns 64

Lal, over the years, has been decorated with five national awards which includes two best actor, a special jury mention and a special jury award for acting and as producer for the best feature film.
Entertainment
Iran-born director Ali Abbasi’s film on Donald Trump premieres at Cannes

Sebastian Stan, who made his name in the Captain America trilogy as the Winter Soldier, morphs into Trump, from his early stages as an upstart working for his father's business to a brazen, self-centred tycoon.

VIDEO

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

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Mammootty extends birthday wishes to Mohanlal as superstar turns 64
Iran-born director Ali Abbasi’s film on Donald Trump premieres at Cannes
Yami Gautam, husband Aditya Dhar welcome baby boy, name him Vedavid
On his 64th birthday, Mohanlal surprises fans with 'Empuraan' poster

PODCASTS

DAILY NEWS DOSE

83% jobless people in country youths, Modi not delivering on guarantees: TMC leader | May 19, 2024

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Decoding Malayalam movie Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (EP 74)

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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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News
One dead, several injured after London-Singapore flight hit severe turbulence

The airline said the aircraft was a Boeing 777-300ER with a total of 211 passengers and 18 crew on board.
Sports
Sumit, Thangavelu & Ekta win gold at World Para Athletics Championships

India's tally has now swelled to 10 medals -- four gold, four silver and two bronze.
Kerala
HC cancels Guv Khan's nominations to Kerala University senate

The single bench order directed the Governor to present a new list within the next six weeks.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Make pure homemade ghee in a pressure cooker in just 10 minutes
Just how hot is a kanthari chilli? Discover the hottest chillies in India
Pepper X, the hottest chilli on earth, packs a punch you won't forget!
Kerala devours ice creams worth Rs 1,000 crore this year; 80% sold by local brands

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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Entertainment
Yami Gautam, husband Aditya Dhar welcome baby boy, name him Vedavid

The couple shared the news on their Instagram page, revealing that they have named their son Vedavid.
Food
Make pure homemade ghee in a pressure cooker in just 10 minutes

While ghee has excellent nutritional value, store-bought ghee may not be as healthy, often containing artificial colours and flavours.
LifeStyle
Bollywood beckons social media sensation Nancy Tyagi after Cannes red carpet

Actress Sonam Kapoor had shared a video of Nancy’s appearance at the 77th Cannes Film Festival on her Instagram stories and praised her for the several looks she carried on the red carpet.

Movie Review

May 18, 2024

'Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum...' may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it is enjoyable | Movie Review

May 16, 2024

'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil': Prithviraj-Basil Joseph starrer stays entertaining despite predictable turns | Movie Review

May 10, 2024

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

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

Toni Kroos to retire after Euro 2024
Sumit, Thangavelu & Ekta win gold at World Para Athletics Championships
WFI exempts Olympic quota winners from selection trials
WTA signs multi-year partnership with Saudi Public Investment Fund

Kerala
Kerala's revenue soars to Rs 77,000 cr, easing financial strain from Centre: KN Balagopal

He pointed out that this represents a 60 per cent increase in the state's own tax revenue over just three years.
Sports
WFI exempts Olympic quota winners from selection trials

But their form and fitness will be assessed at the upcoming Ranking Series event and the subsequent training camp in Hungary.
Entertainment
On his 64th birthday, Mohanlal surprises fans with 'Empuraan' poster

The first film in the franchise received an overwhelmingly positive response from fans, with Mohanlal's portrayal of Stephen Nedumpally leaving a lasting impression.

Vantage Point

Column | All not hunky-dory amid run feast

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Entertainment
OpenAI uses Scarlett Johansson’s voice unlawfully? Actor asks tech giant to pull down Sky

The actor argued that the Sky voice introduced by OpenAI in the GPT-4o chatbot, sounded very much like her AI companion in Spike Jonze’s 2013 movie 'Her'.
Kerala
CPM workers throw low-grade explosive at party leaders on house visit in Kasaragod

Police said that intra-party rivalry was prevalent in the Ambalathara area for some time.
Entertainment
Video of Prithviraj instructing hundreds of junior artists on 'Empuraan' sets goes viral

Similar to 'Lucifer', 'Empuraan' also features a large number of junior artists.

Food
Just how hot is a kanthari chilli? Discover the hottest chillies in India

Among the hottest chillies grown in India is the kanthari chilli, known for its intense heat and unique flavour profile.
Travel
Wellness tourism stakeholders in Alappuzha harbour high hopes this year

While wellness tourism is growing in Alappuzha, the district is missing out on a major clientele in this segment.
News
Explained | NASA’s PREFIRE mission

It will study how much heat Earth’s polar regions radiate out to space and how that influences our climate

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Wellness tourism stakeholders in Alappuzha harbour high hopes this year
Alliance Air leaves hundreds of passengers in the lurch at Lakshadweep airport
Mohanlal's birthday: Kerala tourism 'gifts' him Kireedam-fame Vellayani Bridge
KSRTC updates reservation policy: Officials to be fined if refund is delayed

News
3 Indian-American students killed in car accident in Georgia

The deceased have been identified as Aryan Joshi, Shriya Avarsala, and Anvi Sharma.
News
Delhi excise policy case: Manish Sisodia's judicial custody extended till May 31

Sisodia has been in custody since February 26, 2023.
News
Explained | Use of ethylene gas for fruit ripening

FSSAI asks fruit traders not to use banned product ‘calcium carbide’

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Bollywood beckons social media sensation Nancy Tyagi after Cannes red carpet
Here’s how Sara Ali Khan fought PCOD by reducing weight from 96 kg to 45 kg
What is congenital myopia? Know more about the disease that affected Ananth who impressed ISRO chairman
Read your horoscope today (21-05-2024)

Entertainment
Sushmita Sen celebrates three decades of being crowned Miss Universe

She recently took to Instagram on Tuesday, sharing a throwback picture of herself holding a baby girl, along with a lengthy caption.
Travel
Alliance Air leaves hundreds of passengers in the lurch at Lakshadweep airport

While Alliance Air is cancelling flights, other airline companies such as Indigo and Fly91 are conducting regular services between Lakshadweep and the mainland, said passengers.
Kerala
Kerala rains: Woman killed after wall collapses in TVM; red alert withdrawn in 3 districts

As heavy rains pose potential hazards, the Kerala State Disaster Management Authority (KSDMA) has advised people to be vigilant.

News
One dies, several fall ill after drinking contaminated water in Karnataka village; CM orders probe

CM asks officials to ascertain the cause of water pollution and take necessary action.
LifeStyle
Here’s how Sara Ali Khan fought PCOD by reducing weight from 96 kg to 45 kg

Sara began experiencing incredible changes in her life as soon as she started following a healthy diet.
Entertainment
That's a fake baby bump: Soon-to-be mom Deepika Padukone becomes target of trolls again

The soon-to-be mother had flaunted her baby bump as she arrived with her actor-husband Ranveer Singh to cast her vote at a polling station in Mumbai.

Travel
Mohanlal's birthday: Kerala tourism 'gifts' him Kireedam-fame Vellayani Bridge

The bridge on the Vellayani Lake too was a major ‘character’ in ‘Kireedam’.
Kerala
Funeral of Believers Church Metropolitan Athanasius Yohan held in Thiruvalla

The prelate was on his morning walk when the accident happened.
Entertainment
Malayalam cinema mints more than Rs 1000 crore at the box office with back-to-back hits

Malayalam cinema has contributed 20% of Indian cinema’s gross collection in 2024.

News
10 key factors to consider before purchasing travel insurance online

There are some fundamental travel insurance policies you must consider, and in this guide, we are here to help you make a wise decision.
Kerala
For a change, Kerala women farmers in Upper Kuttanad grow maize instead of paddy, reap success

Maize was grown on one acre of land given by Grama Panchayat President Abraham Thomas.
Kerala
75 sovereigns of gold stolen from Kannur house

The valuables were stolen from the house of C H Suhara, a native of Perumba.

Kerala
HC acquits K Sudhakaran in 1995 EP Jayarajan murder attempt case

EP Jayarajan said he would approach the Supreme Court against the HC order.
Career & Campus
Can you shift jobs at 40? Here's all you need to know about midlife career change

Making a career change in middle age can be both daunting and rewarding. Whether you seek greater job satisfaction or need to adapt to life's evolving demands, it's never too late to pivot professionally. However, this transformation necessitates thoughtful planning and consideration. Karan Mehta,
Kerala
Migrant worker's body recovered from well in Kochi house, police launch probe

The Odisha native found dead in the well of an elderly woman's house.

Entertainment
Are Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal expecting? Viral video triggers pregnancy rumours

As per reports, the couple is currently enjoying a vacation in the British capital.
Entertainment
Jason Momoa confirms relationship with actress Adria Arjona

The 44-year-old actor took to Instagram to share photos from a trip to Japan, where some pictures feature Arjona.
Kerala
Speed limit revised again to 100 kmph and 90 kmph on NH-six lane in Kerala

The government had introduced revised speed limits via a government order in June 2023 in accordance with the Government of India notification published in April 2018.

Travel
KSRTC updates reservation policy: Officials to be fined if refund is delayed

A refund would be issued within two days if the service gets cancelled due to accidents or breakdowns.
News
Pune Porsche crash: Teen driver granted bail with order to write essay, father arrested

The Porsche was allegedly driven by the juvenile who was reportedly intoxicated, hit and killed two motorbike riders.
Travel
Munnar's Escape Road: The legend of an interstate highway that disappeared

The origin of the path dates back to the Second World War.

Travel
Kochi airport authorities issue traffic advisory for passengers: Details

The maintenance work will likely be extended until the first week of June.
Kerala
ISRO Chairman Somanath springs a surprise on Kerala boy with congenital myopia

The news of the ISRO Chairman responding to Ananth’s passionate questions spread like wildfire and he was flooded with congratulatory messages from people from all walks of life.
Kerala
Organ trafficking: Sabith says kingpin based in Hyderabad, reveals details of 30 victims

Sabith Nasar, a native of Edamuttom in Thrissur, reportedly took people abroad for kidney transplants between January 2019 and May 2024.

Kerala
Five-year-old girl dies of Amoebic Meningoencephalitis at Kozhikode MCH

She was diagnosed with Amoebic Meningoencephalitis.
LifeStyle
What is congenital myopia? Know more about the disease that affected Ananth who impressed ISRO chairman

Also known as infantile or juvenile myopia, it is a type of nearsightedness.
Entertainment
Mohanlal at 64: Why Malayalis adore their legendary actor

Unlike the typical hero with six-pack abs, Mohanlal appears as an ordinary person, someone relatable.

Sports
WTA signs multi-year partnership with Saudi Public Investment Fund

The announcement marks the PIF's latest foray into tennis, after the men's ATP tour also signed a multi-year 'strategic partnership' earlier this year.
News
ED alleges AAP recieved over Rs 7 cr foreign funding illegally; party terms it 'BJP's new conspiracy'

These are baseless allegations, said AAP leaders
Entertainment
Happy birthday Mohanlal: Five upcoming films featuring the superstar

The superstar has acted in nearly 360 films in his career and hopes to amaze us further in the coming years.

LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (21-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
Liverpool confirm Slot as new manager to replace Klopp

The Dutchman was in charge of Eredivisie side Feyenoord.
News
BJP's Sambit Patra sparks stir by saying 'Lord Jagannath devotee of PM'

The BJP candidate later said it was a slip of tongue remark and he had meant the other way around.

Kerala
Organ harvesting: Sabith admits to trafficking several Indians abroad, say police

Sabith was produced before a local court on Monday which remanded him to judicial custody.
Entertainment
Lok Sabha polls: Fans praise mom-to-be Deepika Padukone as she fulfills civic duty

Deepika who is in the second trimester of her pregnancy held Ranveer's hand as she made her way through the crowd and cast her vote.
Kerala
Man dies of West Nile fever in Idukki

Vijayakumar contracted the fever while he was undergoing kidney transplant treatment at Kozhikode MCH.

Kerala
Goon who went into hiding after attacking Kayamkulam youth held

The accused, Rahul, was part of a four-member gang that attacked a youth on May 16.
Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Malayalam movie Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil (EP 74)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Ayyappan, Swathi and Padmakumar are analysing the Malayalam movie 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil' directed by Vipin Das and starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Basil Joseph, Nikhila Vimal and Anaswara Rajan in lead roles.
LS POLLS

News
LS polls phase 5: EC records over 57% voter turnout till 7 pm

While Maharashtra recorded the lowest voter turnout at 48.88 per cent, West Bengal recorded the highest polling percentage at 73.

News
18 killed as goods vehicle plunges into valley in Chhattisgarh

17 women and a man were killed and four others were injured.
Sports
Star Sports denies Rohit Sharma's allegation of broadcasting private chat

The channel said it was committed to protecting players' privacy.
News
Iranian president's fatal helicopter crash: What we know so far

Raisi and other officials were returning from meeting with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev on their common border to inaugurate a dam project.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Gujarat ATS arrests four ISIS terrorists from Ahmedabad airport | May 20, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
News
ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Hamas leaders

Israel has denied committing war crimes despite bombarding Gaza since the Hamas-led attack on October 7.
News
Israel launches strikes across Gaza as US envoy meets Netanyahu

Hundreds of thousands of Palestinians have fled the area that was one of their few remaining places of refuge.

Sports
Dhoni likely to visit London for surgery

Sources said that Dhoni would be deciding about his retirement only after the surgery in London.
News
Mother of baby rescued after falling from fourth floor dies by suicide

The deceased, Ramya (33), wife of Venkatesh from Thiruvarur, was found hanging at her residence.
Sports
Deepthi wins gold with world record at World Para Athletics Championships

Yogesh Kathuniya added a silver in men's F56 category discus throw with an effort of 41.80 metres.

Kerala
Neighbour sexually assaulted minor girl in Kasaragod, confirm police

The man from Coorg left his house on May 15.
News
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi dies in helicopter crash

A Turkish drone identified a source of heat suspected to be the helicopter's wreckage and had shared the coordinates of the possible crash site with Iranian authorities.
News
Four IS terrorists arrested at Ahmedabad airport

The Sri Lankan Nationals were nabbed on Sunday night, says ATS.

Kerala
IMD revises rain forecast for Kerala, Red alert in 3 districts; Govt all set to handle emergency situation

IMD withdraws red alert for Alappuzha; sounds orange alert for 8 districts
Kerala
Kerala law student's rape-murder case: HC upholds death sentence of migrant worker

Upholding the death sentence awarded to migrant worker Ameerul Islam, the HC granted permission to execute the order.
Sports
Greek forward Diamantakos leaves Kerala Blasters

The 31-year-old announced the decision on Instagram.

Sports
Swapnil Singh contemplated retirement before RCB picked him | Video

Swapnil credited RCB head coach Andy Flower for keeping the faith in him in the lead-up to the auction.
Kerala
4 Keralites languish in Punjab prison for 9 months over cyber scam they have no idea about

Anonymous scammers do cryptocurrency trade using money from cyber fraud.
News
'Unacceptable', ICMR rubbishes BHU study on Covaxin side effects

ICMR demands explanation from the researchers of BHU.

News
Police raid 'rave party' involving Telugu actors in Bengaluru, seize drugs

The police seized 17 MDMA tablets and cocaine from the scene
Kerala
Heavy rain leaves roads flooded in TVM, Kochi

Drainage system blocked in most of the towns, residents allege laspes of authorities.
Sports
IPL Qualifier 1: KKR take on SRH in power-hitting battle

The lack of turnaround time to compete in a high-intensity game will also pose a unique challenge for both teams.

Sports
Eldhose Paul, Annu Rani clinch silver medals in European meets

Keralite triple jumper Eldhose cleared 16.35m at the Venizelia-Chania International Meeting, a World Athletics Continental Tour - Bronze level competition, held at Chania, Crete in Greece.
Sports
I am closer to leaving than staying: Guardiola after unprecedented glory

Guardiola did not elaborate beyond saying he was naturally tired after another mammoth effort that ended in a remarkable sixth title in seven years for City.
Sports
Copa America: Brazil add three players to squad

Coach Dorival Junior has brought in Sao Paulo's Rafael for injured goalkeeper Ederson.

LifeStyle
Classy interiors make this Adoor home a perfect designer abode

The construction of this fabulous house, including the structure and the furnishing, was completed on a budget of Rs 75 lakh.
LifeStyle
Saudi Arabia's King Salman's lung infection: What causes the condition?

The king's medical team decided that he should undergo a treatment programme consisting of antibiotics until the infection went away.
News
Raisi took hard line with national protests and nuclear talks

Raisi died when a helicopter carrying him back from a visit to the Azerbaijani border crashed in mountainous terrain.

Entertainment
A.R. Rahman reveals teaser of his docu-feature 'Headhunting to Beatboxing' at Cannes Film Festival

The documentary is produced by A.R. Rahman, and it explores the journey of rhythm and sound, tracing the evolution of music across cultures, tribes, and generations.
Travel
KSRTC's superfast premium AC bus set to begin trial run

The 40-seater bus has pushback seats except at the rear.
Travel
Who is Gopi Thotakura, India's first space tourist? Know more

Blue Origin describes Gopi as "A pilot and aviator who learned how to fly before he could drive."

LS POLLS

News
LS Polls Phase 5: Polling begins in 49 constituencies including Amethi, Raebareli

Among the seats going to polls, 13 are in Maharashtra, 14 in Uttar Pradesh, seven in West Bengal, five in Bihar, three in Jharkhand, five in Odisha, one in J&K and the lone seat in Ladakh.
Food
Pepper X, the hottest chilli on earth, packs a punch you won't forget!

Clocking in at a staggering 500 times hotter than green chillies, Pepper X guarantees an intense heat that lingers for hours.
Sports
Column | All not hunky-dory amid run feast

While the revenue-generating potential of T20 and IPL cannot be ignored, it will not be prudent to allow this version to take over the entire game.

Travel
Meesapulimala beckons adventure lovers to its scintillating peaks

Those who need to see the sunrise should reach Rhodo Mansion (base camp) at 5.30 am.
LifeStyle
Is it safe to drink rain water? Know these facts

Ensure the rainwater collection surface or vessel is clean.
LifeStyle
Column | Of Malayalam names and transliteration

A 1906 letter from the Secretary to the Government of India to the Chief Secretary of the Government of Madras leaves some clues about the process that went into getting a standard spelling for some names and the shortening of others.

Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals finish third after washout, to meet RCB in Eliminator

Sunrisers Hyderabad pipped Rajasthan Royals to the second spot on net run rate after both teams ended up with 17 points at the end of the league phase.
Sports
IPL 2024: Top run-getters & wicket-takers after league stage

Royal Challengers Bengaluru talisman Kohli leads the race for the Orange Cap.
Sports
Manchester City win historic fourth successive Premier League title

In one of the closest title races in Premier League history, Arsenal could have taken the championship had City dropped points. But the Londoners' 2-1 win in their game against Everton was in vain, leaving them two points behind.

Sports
Zverev reigns supreme at Italian Open

The 27-year-old warmed up for the French Open by winning his sixth Masters title when he beat first-time finalist Nicolas Jarry.
Kerala
Two UP natives caught with cannabis sweets in Alappuzha

The arrested individuals were identified as Rahul Saroj and his relative Santhosh Kumar, both from Sant Ravidas Nagar district in UP.

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

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

'Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum...' may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it is enjoyable | Movie Review

'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil': Prithviraj-Basil Joseph starrer stays entertaining despite predictable turns | Movie Review

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