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Kerala
Kerala Election Result 2024 Live: UDF leads in State as counting of EVM votes begins

Within Kerala's borders, the Left coalition endeavours to disrupt the Congress-led UDF's ambitions of replicating their 2019 success, where they secured a staggering 19 out of 20 seats.
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News
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Vote counting begins, NDA takes lead in early trends

The process will commence with the counting of postal ballots and will continue till the final tallies are prepared.
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Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Live: India awaits final verdict

While the BJP aims for a hat-trick win to retain power, the Congress-led INDIA alliance seeks to change the political landscape this time around.

VIDEO

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

ENTERTAINMENT

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Malayalam rap rides the Reel wave, now set to go global
Vin Diesel surprises leukemia survivor, fulfilling superfan's dream
Mohanlal's sweet birthday message to wife Suchitra lights up social media
'Munnottu Munnottu', second song from Chinnu Chandni-starrer 'Vishesham', is out now

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

India creates world record with 64.2 cr voters participating in Lok Sabha polls: EC | June 3, 2024

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Decoding Malayalam movie Aattam (EP 76)

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

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Inside Congress' Social Media Game Plan: Redefining LS poll strategy

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

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BJP eyes to hit Modi's ambitious target of '400 paar', Opposition hopes to win 295 seats

If voted to power Modi will equal the country's first prime minister Jawaharlal Nehru's record of leading his party to three straight electoral victories.
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News
Odisha Assembly Election Results: Will BJP break BJD's winning streak?

The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has claimed that it would form the government for the sixth consecutive time.
Sports
T20 WC: Nortje's fiery 4/7 headlines South Africa's big win over Lanka

South Africa won by 6 wickets after dismissing Lanka for 77.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Ash gourd juice: A quick recipe to help burn belly fat
Back to school: Smart lunchbox solutions for busy mornings
Chembaruthi dosa: Try out this healthy hibiscus leaves dosa for breakfast
Mango idlis: A fusion dessert to impress your guests

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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Sports
French Open: Djokovic shrugs off injury, pips Cerundolo

The World No 1 defeated the Argentine 6-1 5-7 3-6 7-5 6-3 to reach the quarterfinals.
Sports
Real Madrid announce signing of French superstar Mbappe

The 25-year-old striker has signed for the Spanish giants on a five-year contract.
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Entertainment
Malayalam rap rides the Reel wave, now set to go global

With streaming platforms like Spotify generating revenue and Instagram Reels ensuring massive reach, independent music is in its phase of resurgence, largely due to the hip-hop movement here.

Movie Review

May 31, 2024

A familiar, yet intriguing twist keeps this film on fatherhood afloat: Swakaryam Sambhavabahulam Review

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Debutant Mubin M Rafi impresses in Nadirshah’s 'Once Upon a Time in Kochi' | Review

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'Mandakini' Movie Review: A slow starter powered by the mass performance of female stars

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

T20 WC: Nortje's fiery 4/7 headlines South Africa's big win over Lanka
French Open: Djokovic shrugs off injury, pips Cerundolo
Real Madrid announce signing of French superstar Mbappe
New biennial global athletics championship from 2026

Entertainment
Vin Diesel surprises leukemia survivor, fulfilling superfan's dream

At FuelFest in Los Angeles, the 56-year-old actor met four-year-old Colton Pursglove, who is in remission from leukemia.
News
Heatstroke claims 4 more lives in Odisha, death toll mounts to 30

On Monday, the day temperature has come down in the state. Only three places recorded a maximum temperature of above 40 degrees Celsius.
News
Fire breaks out in 3 coaches of Taj Express in Delhi, no casualties

The cause of the fire was not known immediately and the railway police are investigating the matter.

Vantage Point

Column | T20 World Cup - long tournament could prove to be a turn off

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News
Onmanorama fact-check: Did Shivakumar say INDIA bloc will lose Lok Sabha polls?

It appears a trimmed video of Karnataka Deputy CM responding to 'exit polls' was taken out of context.
Kerala
Cultural activist, film critic Chelavoor Venu no more

A known figure in cultural circles, Venu, who was based in Kozhikode for over six decades, would be remembered as an organiser of international film festivals that introduced world classics to film lovers in the city.
News
3 killed as speeding car rams down bikes in Kolhapur; CCTV footage of horrific accident

It is understood that the car was driven by a 72-year-old, who was among the deceased.

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Daily News Dose: India creates world record with 64.2 cr voters participating in Lok Sabha polls, says EC | June 3, 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
Sewage collection in Alappuzha halts as cleaners go on strike

With the beginning of the rainy season, this poses serious health hazards to the public.
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Kerala
Analysis | 2024 Lok Sabha results: What are the three possible outcomes in Kerala

Whether this belief that Modi is invincible was another kind of delusion will be answered only on June 4.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Head to the Parisons Luxury Estate Bangalow in Thalappuzha to enjoy monsoons amidst nature
Teenagers trapped near Alingal Falls safe: Rescue official explains why visiting waterfall can be risky
Just two buses connect the busy Kochuveli railway station to Thampanoor: Why?
European Entry and Exit System to be launched soon: Know these guidelines

News
Massive Modi win predictions help Sensex, Nifty race to record highs

A sharp rally in blue-chip stocks propelled the indices to lifetime high levels.
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News
First general election since women's reservation bill; female candidature at 9.6%

Among the major parties, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leads with 69 women out of 440 Lok Sabha nominees, constituting 16 per cent.
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News
Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: Result date, vote counting time, checking of results and more

Commencing on April 19, voting spanned across 543 constituencies in seven phases during this election.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Uorfi Javed says her face is swollen most of the time due to allergies: Here's why
When 20-year-old TVM house underwent a breathtaking makeover
Vegan and vegetarian diets: What's the difference?
Dog undergoes India's first non-invasive heart surgery for canines at Delhi vet hospital

Kerala
New law to provide ownership certificates for additional land discovered in digital survey

This draft law on this matter, prepared by the Revenue department, is awaiting approval from the Law department.
Kerala
HC slams govt over failure in addressing recurring flood issue in Kochi

The court questioned the government's reliance on last-minute plans.
Sports
New biennial global athletics championship from 2026

The inaugural championships are scheduled to be held in Budapest.

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LS polls among the most polarised, parties used caste, religious divides: Experts

While the BJP focused on integrating various backward castes under the Hindutva fold, the INDIA bloc tried to win over OBC voters.
LifeStyle
Uorfi Javed says her face is swollen most of the time due to allergies: Here's why

Facial swelling can be triggered by anything a person is using or has proximity to, from dust or food allergens to even beauty products.
ASSEMBLY POLL RESULTS

News
Andhra Pradesh Assembly Election 2024 results to be declared today

In the 2019 assembly elections, the YSRCP led by Jagan Mohan Reddy won 151 seats, the TDP secured 23, and the Janasena managed one.

Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Malayalam movie Aattam (EP 76)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Swathi, Princy, and Padmakumar are analysing the Malayalam movie 'Aattan' directed by Anand Ekarshi and starring an ensemble cast with Vinay Fort, Zarin Shihab and Kalabhavan Shajon leading from the front.
News
5 Reasons why debt funds are a smart investment choice

If you are looking for a stable, low risk return investment option with easy liquidity and a chance to diversify your investment portfolio, debt funds can be a smart choice.
Sports
Kerala Blasters part ways with Cernych

The 33-year-old becomes the sixth player to leave the club recently.

Sports
Ashwin's autobiography to hit stands next Monday

The book delves into his childhood struggles with health issues, the relentless support of his middle-class family, and the joy of growing up in a cricket-obsessed neighbourhood in Chennai.
Career & Campus
KEAM 2024: Key points to remember for test day

This year, there will be a single paper of three-hour duration.
Sports
Kedar Jadhav announces retirement

Jadhav was part of the Indian team team which reached the semifinals of the 2019 World Cup.

Career & Campus
Kerala Entrance Exam schedule: Check here for KEAM 2024 date & time

As per the new schedule, the engineering entrance exam will take place from June 5 and the pharmacy exams from June 10.
Career & Campus
Kerala Engineering Entrance goes online: Here's why it is better for candidates

This year, there would be 45 questions from Physics, 30 from Chemistry and 75 from Mathematics.
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News
Record 64.2 cr people voted in LS polls, says CEC Rajiv Kumar

Dares opposition to give proof of attempts to influence the poll process

Travel
Head to the Parisons Luxury Estate Bangalow in Thalappuzha to enjoy monsoons amidst nature

Built in 1900 by the British, the Parisons Estate Bangalow is 124 years old.
Kerala
Man's body found in Chaliyar after reported missing

The deceased is Abdul Jaleel, 51, Koodapparambil, son of Koodapparambil Abdul Rahman in Kuttikkattoor.
News
LS poll results: BJP plans grand event to celebrate victory, say reports

BJP's political event is likely to be held at Kartavya Path on the same day of the swearing-in ceremony.

Career & Campus
New textbooks for classes 1, 3, 5, 7 and 9 available online too

In total, 173 textbooks have been published in various languages for these classes and students can download the e-books in Malayalam, English, Tamil and Kannada mediums.
Food
Ash gourd juice: A quick recipe to help burn belly fat

As a low-calorie vegetable, ash gourd can be included in your regular diet for weight loss.
Travel
Teenagers trapped near Alingal Falls safe: Rescue official explains why visiting waterfall can be risky

Alingal Waterall aka Kadappara Falls is a popular spot among social media's travel buffs, and its videos and photos enjoy tremendous likes and shares.

LifeStyle
When 20-year-old TVM house underwent a breathtaking makeover

The revamp of the house updating it to suit the modern lifestyle and correcting the past mistakes resulted in a mesmerising makeover.
LifeStyle
Vegan and vegetarian diets: What's the difference?

The motivation for following a vegan or vegetarian diet can vary from person to person.
Sports
Argentina coach Scaloni intends to continue after Copa America

Scaloni also gave an update on Lionel Messi's fitness and his decision to leave Paulo Dybala out of the 29-man squad for their final friendlies.

News
Forced displacement has pushed over 1 million away from Rafah, says UN agency

Israel's ground and air campaign in Gaza killed more than 36,000 people, mostly civilians.
News
Mexico elects Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president

"I never imagined that one day I would vote for a woman," said 87-year-old Edelmira Montiel, a Sheinbaum supporter.
Food
Back to school: Smart lunchbox solutions for busy mornings

Let’s take a lowdown on what should be part and parcel of a school-going child’s lunchbox.

Kerala
Gulf returnee in Malappuram incurs debts from online gaming, becomes ganja carrier, held

The arrested, Muthanikkad Muhammed Haris, 34, is a native of Kuttippuram in Malappuram.
Sports
Cummins loses luggage; Maxwell, Starc suffer flight delays

All-rounder Marcus Stoinis also encountered issues when his cricket kit failed to arrive in Trinidad for a warm-up match.
Kerala
LS poll results: Vadakara under tight security; prohibitory orders in place

As per the circular issued by the district collector, no celebrations will be allowed without obtaining permission from the district authority.

Entertainment
Mohanlal's sweet birthday message to wife Suchitra lights up social media

Their daughter also joined in the celebration, extending warm wishes to her mother via Instagram.
Kerala
Malayali tries to open Air India Express flight door, arrested at Mumbai airport

Fearing a security threat, the pilot made an emergency landing at the Mumbai International Airport.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Namibia get past Oman in Super Over

Namibia's Gerhard Erasmus and David Wiese smashed 21 runs in the one-over eliminator and Oman could manage only 10.

Kerala
EVM errors & replacement info intellectual property of ECI, cannot be shared, claims CEO in RTI reply

As per the reply, 230 ballot units, 855 control units and 1,187 VVPAT units were replaced during the commissioning process.
News
LS Polls Phase 7: EC records 77 pc voter turnout in 9 LS seats in Bengal

Polling for the seventh phase was held on June 1 from 7 am to 6 pm.
Kerala
Two-wheeler rider’s bid to snatch chain fails as woman knocks him down

Kazhakkoottam police arrived on the scene and arrested Anil Kumar, who was held captive by the local people.

Kerala
TVM man self immolates after setting family afire

The deceased identified as Rajendran (53), succumbed to his burns.
Kerala
Manorama News-VMR Exit Polls: UDF in Kerala, gain for LDF, NDA winless

While the Congress-led combine is expected to win 16 to 18 seats, the CPM-led Left front is likely to win two to four seats.
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ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Thomas Chazhikadan may have to cede KC(M) turf of Kottayam to UDF’s Francis George

Francis George of UDF to beat sitting MP Thomas Chazhikkadan

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: KC Venugopal to wrest Alappuzha seat from CPM

KC is now a Rajya Sabha member from Rajasthan, and his win means the Congress will lose an RS seat.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Suresh Gopi fails to wrest Thrissur

Despite a high-decibel campaign that got national attention, NDA's Suresh Gopi is predicted to finish third behind LDF's Sunil Kumar.
Kerala
‘Well done Rahul ji’: In Kerala, Cong releases victory song 2 days ahead of election results

The song was released a day after several national agencies predicted a clear upper hand for the UDF in Kerala.

Sports
Nayana James clinches gold medal at Taiwan Athletics Open

The 28-year-old Nayana achieved her best jump of the day in her third attempt under rainy conditions at the World Athletics Continental Tour bronze level event.
Entertainment
'Munnottu Munnottu', second song from Chinnu Chandni-starrer 'Vishesham', is out now

The flm directed by Sooraj Tom featurers Chinnu and Anand Madhusoodhanan.
Entertainment
Mammootty silences doubters with action-packed 'Turbo' making video

The making video has garnered praise for Mammootty's dedication and skill in performing the stunt sequences.

Kerala
LS poll results: Strong rooms to open tomorrow at 5.30 am

The counting process will commence with the ETPB and postal votes cast by voters at their homes.
Kerala
Swimming pool inside car: Police to book YouTuber Sanju Techy

The MVD also asked the Cyber Police to scrutinize over 180 videos uploaded on Sanju's YouTube channel.
Career & Campus
Praveshanolsavam: Kerala schools reopen for new academic year

Unlike the previous years, this year marks significant changes in textbooks, the answer sheet valuation system, the discontinuation of the "all pass" practice, and more.

News
Heatwave claims 56 lives in India; monsoon expected to bring relief

At least 33 including election officials on duty died of suspected heatstroke on Friday.
News
Enthused by exit poll predictions, Sensex, Nifty hit all-time high levels

Major national surveys predicted massive win for BJP-led NDA in LS polls.
Entertainment
Christo Tomy's 'Ullozhukku' promo video creates buzz

The script of 'Ullozhukku' bagged the first prize in the 2018 'Cinestaan India' screenplay competition, even beating Biplav Goswami's screenplay for 'Laapataa Ladies'

Entertainment
Adah Sharma relocates to Sushant Singh Rajput's former residence in Bandra

Finally breaking her silence, Adah disclosed that she moved into the residence four months ago and now feels settled in her new abode.
LifeStyle
Dog undergoes India's first non-invasive heart surgery for canines at Delhi vet hospital

Mitral valve disease is the most common heart condition in dogs in India as well as in the rest of the world.
Entertainment
Why Chattakkari@50 is still the all-time new gen movie of Mollywood?

Chattakari provided a novel viewing experience to the moviegoers with a storyline that hinged on sensuality and brazenness.

Entertainment
Zonal DCP clarifies Raveena Tandon's car didn't hit anyone; actress claims mob attacked her

A source close to the actress shared that after Raveena’s car entered the building, the group started demanding that the driver come out to speak with them.
Entertainment
Raveena Tandon, driver accused of assaulting 3 people after rash driving incident

According to media reports, the incident occurred at Mumbai’s Carter Road, near Rizvi College.
Sports
Column | T20 World Cup - long tournament could prove to be a turn off

It would be hazardous to guess the sides that will reach the semifinals, given both the nature of the game and the fact that many of the matches will be played on unknown surfaces.

Sports
Sinner, Swiatek take contrasting routes to French Open quarters

Second seed Sinner kept his hopes of taking Djokovic's top ranking alive with a battling 2-6 6-3 6-2 6-1 win over local favourite Corentin Moutet.
LifeStyle
Column | A Malayali ethnographer's pioneering book on Kerala society

Panikkar’s book helps a 21st century reader understand how much social progress Kerala has made since 1900.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR exit polls: Will LDF’s Alathur gamble bear fruit?

There is a significant fall of 11.4 per cent votes in the UDF kitty while LDF increased its share by 3.77 per cent.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Papua New Guinea go down fighting to Windies in opener

A power-packed West Indies should have chased down the below-par total comfortably but PNG made them work hard for the win despite their limitations.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Smooth sail for UDF's MK Raghavan in Kozhikode

His opponent Elamaram Kareem of LDF will secure only 34.39 per cent of the votes.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Hibi to retain Ernakulam despite dip in vote share

The LDF will also see a 3.07 per cent decline in votes polled, while the NDA will increase its tally by 7.99 per cent.

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Kodikunnil Suresh to hold on to Mavelikkara with thinnest margin

While 39.84 per cent of people who participated in the survey voted in favour of Suresh, LDF's CA Arun Kumar polled 38.24 per cent of votes.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: KK Shailaja gets default edge in Vadakara as NDA makes inroads

The shifting of incumbent MP K Muraleedharan to Thrissur has resulted in an erosion of UDF votes by almost 10 per cent.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Rahul Gandhi’s vote share eroding in Wayanad

The entry of high-profile leaders in CPI’s Annie Raja and BJP state president K Surendran also reflected in the erosion of vote share from the UDF kitty.

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: LDF may end up third in Pathanamthitta

The exit poll has predicted the BJP would make a significant advance in Pathanamthitta even though it may not win the seat.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR exit polls: IUML stares at vote share slump in Ponnani as LDF makes gains

The IUML had relocated Abdussamad Samadani from Malappuram to Ponnani to replace E T Mohammed Basheer in the Lok Sabha seat.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Despite fall in vote share, Benny Behanan to retain Chalakudy

However, there will be a heavy fall in the vote share for the UDF, while the NDA will see a significant upswing.

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Idukki remains Congress bastion, but NDA makes power statement

Dean is poised to record 14 per cent more votes than nearest rival Joyce George of the LDF, the survey revealed.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Adoor Prakash to continue in Attingal; BJP gains in vote share

The presence of Union Minister V Muraleedharan helped the BJP's vote share, while CPM's votes decreased despite the fielding party District Secretary and Varkala MLA V Joy.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: IUML holds sway over Malappuram, but LDF increases vote share

The IUML which effected a candidate swap in Malappuram and Ponnani seats, will see a 4.4 per cent dip in its vote share.

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Sitting MP Rajmohan Unnithan to comfortably hold Kasaragod

A huge percentage – 47.72– who took part in the survey voted for the UDF candidate Unnithan. The ruling LDF was the choice of 34.17 per cent of the voters who participated in the exit poll.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: K Sudhakaran faces photo-finish in Kannur

He is locked in a tight contest with CPM state committee member and Kannur district secretary M V Jayarajan with 42% of the total voters each participating in the polls expressing their preference for these two.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: RSP’s Premachandran set to retain Kollam with hat-trick of wins

Among those who participated in the exit polls, 45.33 per cent of the voters backed Premchandran, 34.42 per cent voted for Mukesh and Krishnakumar got 18.03 per cent of votes.

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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Shashi Tharoor to retain TVM

It is predicted that NDA candidate Rajeev Chandrasekhar will come in second place with a 35.25 per cent vote share.
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Kerala
ManoramaNews-VMR Exit Polls: Palakkad witnessing tough fight with edge to LDF

A thin majority of 39.8 per cent of voters, who participated in the exit poll, voted for the LDF, versus 38.66 per cent of voters who backed the UDF.
Kerala
Kerala rain: IMD revises forecast, sounds orange alert in Ernakulam, Kozhikode

Yellow alert in Idukki, Thrissur, Palakkad, Malappuram, Wayanad, Kannur on Monday.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Exit polls bogus, deliberate attempt by BJP to justify rigging, says Cong | June 2, 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
This Headmaster in Kottayam school doubles up as driver, painter and carpenter

Biju Jacob is a native of Mundathanam.