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Kerala
Shailaja accepts defeat in Vadakara, says she lost to UDF 'trend' in LS polls

We used to see a Congress wave in all Lok Sabha elections. she said.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram Election Results: Tharoor fights back, 13K votes lead over Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Ever since Tharoor became the Congress candidate, the CPI vote share in Thiruvananthapuram had dwindled.
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Kerala
Kerala Election Results Live: Shashi Tharoor leads in Thiruvananthapuram, Suresh Gopi secures Thrissur

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

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Bhagyalakshmi posts emotional note after her former residence gets razed by new owners
Bollywood star Varun Dhawan, wife Natasha welcome bundle of joy
Malayalam rap rides the Reel wave, now set to go global
Vin Diesel surprises leukemia survivor, fulfilling superfan's dream

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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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Kerala
Wayanad LS Election Results: Rahul Gandhi ensures victory in Wayanad; lead crosses 3 lakh

In 2019, Rahul Gandhi had won by a massive margin of 4,31,770 votes in the Wayanad constituency
News
Lok Sabha polls: Celebrities, BJP newbies make their presence felt in Mandi, Meerut

As per Election Commission trends, Kangana is on the way to becoming a parliamentarian as the BJP candidate from Himachal Pradesh's Mandi.
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Kerala
Thrissur LS Election Result 2024: Suresh Gopi en route to historic win

As per the data till 11.25 am, Suresh Gopi has secured 2,06,378 votes.

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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News
Tamil Nadu Lok Sabha elections: DMK heads to big win in most seats

AIADMK and PMK leading in two and one seats respectively.
News
Lok Sabha Election: BJP leading in all seven LS seats in Delhi

BJP's North East Delhi candidate Manoj Tiwari, who is pitted against Congress's Kanhaiya Kumar, was leading by a margin of 43,649 votes.
Sports
French Open: Djokovic unsure about quarterfinals after knee injury

Djokovic said he had been experiencing slight discomfort in his right knee for a couple of weeks and the issue flared up as soon as he slipped and tweaked it during the third game of the second set.

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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.

French Open: Djokovic unsure about quarterfinals after knee injury
Dravid confirms T20 World Cup will be his last assignment as India coach
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan demolish Uganda
T20 WC: Nortje's fiery 4/7 headlines South Africa's big win over Lanka

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News
Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 Live: NDA almost assured of third straight term, INDIA bloc makes big gains

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.
ASSEMBLY POLL RESULTS

News
Odisha Assembly Election Results: BJP set to break BJD's winning streak

The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has claimed that it would form the government for the sixth consecutive time.
ASSEMBLY POLL RESULTS

News
Andhra Pradesh Assembly Election 2024: TDP leading in 125 seats

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

Vantage Point

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

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Sports
Dravid confirms T20 World Cup will be his last assignment as India coach

Speaking to reporters ahead of India's World Cup opener against Ireland, Dravid said he enjoyed every bit of his coaching tenure.
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Kerala
Alathur LS polls: LDF pins hope as K Radhakrishnan takes lead

Exit polls indicated 40.96 per cent of voters preferred Ramya Haridas with the corresponding number for Radhakrishnan at 40.54.
Kerala
Vadakara Election Result 2024: Shailaja likely to taste defeat as Shafi Parambil takes lead

Early trends show, Shafi is leading in the seat by 34 votes.

Kerala
Veteran jounalist BRP Bhaskar dies at 92

Bhaskar shifted to Alive, a geriatric care home in Thiruvananthapuram, seven months ago.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan demolish Uganda

Left-arm pacer Farooqi (5/9) then knocked the wind out of the Ugandan batting line-up with his maiden five-wicket haul as the debutants were shot out for 58 in 16 overs.
Entertainment
Bhagyalakshmi posts emotional note after her former residence gets razed by new owners

The voice artist recalled the hard work that she had put in building 'Swaram' and also expressed her pain when she had to leave it.

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

Entertainment
Bollywood star Varun Dhawan, wife Natasha welcome bundle of joy

Varun shared the news about Natasha's pregnancy on February 18 this year.
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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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News
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.

LIFESTYLE

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Read your horoscope today (04-06-2024)
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?

LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (04-06-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
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.
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.
RAP GODS OF KERALA - PART 2

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LS POLLS

News
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.
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.

LS POLLS

Kerala
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
LS POLLS

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.
LS POLLS

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.

LS POLLS

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.
LS POLLS

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.

LS POLLS

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.
LS POLLS

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.