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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
Anti-Muslim cartoon by Indian PM's party remains online for over 72 hours despite EC filing FIR

The objectionable cartoon has garnered over 9 million views on the social media platform, X.
Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to bowl against Delhi Capitals

The Royals have named Jos Buttler as an impact substitute.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Kerala likely to receive summer rain from Wednesday | May 7, 2024

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

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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

Bhamaa puts divorce rumours to rest, reveals she is a single mother now
Kanakalatha, a brilliant actor whose final years were derailed by illness
Amid hype in theatres, 'Aavesham' all set for OTT release. Know details here
Mohanlal excites fans with 'Barroz' update. Get details of release date here

PODCASTS

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Decoding English movie Wonka (EP 72)

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

Israel tells Palestinians to evacuate Rafah ahead of long-threatened assault on Hamas holdouts | May 6, 2024

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NEWS BRAKE

El Nino or global warming? Why Kerala is unusually hot this summer

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'Health Drinks' : Why your children shouldn't drink them?

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

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Entertainment
Bhamaa puts divorce rumours to rest, reveals she is a single mother now

Rumours about their split started doing the rounds when Bhamaa removed her husband's photos from her Instagram account.
News
EC says Telangana CM violated model code of conduct

Revanth Reddy is accused of making speeches about Rythu Bharosa scheme.
Kerala
Tanur boat tragedy: A year on, every day is a struggle for this father and daughters

Jabir's younger daughter has almost recovered from the accident though, she suffers from bouts of headaches.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

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

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

How to reduce heat in kitchen while cooking in summer
Railway meal for just Rs 20! IRCTC woos passengers with budget-friendly menu option
How to eat chia seeds? How much should you eat a day?
Stop tossing fruit peels, start making healthy teas instead!

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Kerala Sports Week

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Entertainment
Kanakalatha, a brilliant actor whose final years were derailed by illness

Kanakalatha last acted in Ganesh Raj's ‘Pookkaalam’ and 'Three Days'.
Kerala
Wayanad - Kozhikode twin tunnel road can aggravate human-animal conflict : Expert panel

SEAC noted that there is every possibility of aggressive human-wild life conflict due to the project
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News
Lok Sabha Elections: Phase 3 polling crosses 50%; clashes in West Bengal

As many as 17.24 crore people, including 8.39 crore females, will be eligible to vote.

Movie Review

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SPORTS

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IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals win toss, opt to bowl against Delhi Capitals
IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in pix
IPL 2024: Suryakumar hits unbeaten ton as MI beat SRH
Keralite Asha Sobhana becomes oldest Indian woman to make T20I debut

News
Delhi court extends Kejriwal's judicial custody in liquor policy case till May 20

ED has alleged that Arvind Kejriwal is the "kingpin" of the Delhi excise scam.
Kerala
Newborn's father ready to marry woman who gave birth in Kochi hostel washroom

The families of the couple were summoned to the police station. They did not oppose the relationship and agreed to get them married as soon as the mother left the hospital.
LifeStyle
How Malavika Jayaram flaunted skin-visible bridal makeup, the latest trend

It was celebrity makeup artist Vikas VKS who turned Malavika into a beautiful bride on her big day.

Vantage Point

Column | Indian bowling attack lacks cutting edge

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News
Excise scam: Kejriwal fails to get immediate relief from Supreme Court

Meanwhile, a Delhi court extended Kejriwal's judicial custody in the money laundering case till May 20.
Kerala
Sudhakaran to return as KPCC chief tomorrow

During Sudhakaran’s absence, senior leader MM Hassan had been serving as the acting president of KPCC.
Kerala
Thrissur native, 2 sons killed after speeding ambulance crashes into car in Kasaragod

The ambulance was on the wrong side on the six-lane national highway under construction.

Kerala
Heatwave alert in Alappuzha; state likely to receive summer rain from tomorrow

Barring Idukki and Wayanad, the weather office has sounded a yellow alert for all districts in the state on account of rising temperatures.
LifeStyle
Red carpet at Met Gala parades brilliant motifs, enigmatic designs

Florals, animals and vintage couture abounded at the so-called Oscars of the East Coast, a mammoth fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute.
Kerala
Kuzhalnadan says vigilance case no strategic blunder, only way to pull up CM for corruption

He maintained that he had done the right thing by moving the Vigilance Court seeking a probe into the bribery scandal involving Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Ooty flower show: E-passes, travel regulations in place; here's how to source the pass
Ernakulam - Bengaluru Vande Bharat service likely to begin soon: Know more
High price, inconvenient schedule, toilet defects mar Navakerala bus service
KSRTC will now take you to Arabian Sea: Details

Kerala
No water in Wayanad border villages, projects to tap Cauvery river water drag on

It has been cited that if the state fails to tap the water from the tributaries before 2033, the CWDT would revise the allocation.
Career & Campus
TOEFL scores to be valid for all Australian visa purposes

ETS, which conducts the crucial test, said the scores for exams taken on or after May 5, 2024, will be considered valid for the purpose.
Kerala
ICU sexual assault: Re-investigation ordered into allegations against Dr Preethi

The survivor had expressed dissatisfaction with the investigation, noting that the probe reportincluded the statement of a junior doctor who had not examined her initially.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

How Malavika Jayaram flaunted skin-visible bridal makeup, the latest trend
Red carpet at Met Gala parades brilliant motifs, enigmatic designs
Advantage Alfiya: Smashing notions to smithereens in a wheelchair
These garlic-based home remedies may effectively clear stubborn acne

Kerala
Panoor bomb blast: Police chuck political motive, claim target was rival gang

The narrative shifted dramatically, attributing the bomb-making motive to a conflict within the Kuyimbil temple premises in Panoor.
Kerala
DFO, who unearthed scale of Sugandhagiri tree-felling, transferred

A Shajna, who found there was three-times more incidents of tree-felling in the Forest land, has been transferred without an explanation.
News
Navigating financial goals with an SIP calculator: Your ultimate guide

Learn how to use an SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) Calculator to plan and achieve your financial goals. This guide explains the benefits of SIPs, how to use an SIP calculator online effectively, and strategies for maximising your investments.

Kerala
Sweltering heat continues in Kerala; yellow alert in 12 districts till May 7

Maximum temperatures are very likely to be around 39 ̊C in Palakkad district.
Kerala
Kallakadal: Families forced to relocate as sea water inundates residences in Kozhikode

Rough sea conditions were observed in Kozhikode beach, West Hill Shanti Nagar Colony, and Bhat Road areas of the district.
Kerala
Mayor-KSRTC driver row: Court orders cops to file case against Arya, Sachin Dev

Yadhu's petition accuses the individuals of obstructing official duties, unlawful detention, and indecency.

News
5 medical students drown in Kanyakumari

Out of the eight people, five died, and three others were injured, with one in critical condition.
News
I'm giving my all in this fight, want you to do the same: Rahul urges Congress workers

The Congress leader said his party workers must go door to door to underline the threat posed by BJP's 'agenda of hate'.
News
Sunita Williams' third space mission on Boeing's Starliner aborted

Starliner will carry Williams, 58, and Butch Wilmore to the International Space Station, marking what could be a momentous and long-awaited victory for the beleaguered Boeing programme.

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Israeli military take control of vital Rafah crossing from Gaza into Egypt

Rafah, Gaza Strip, Cairo: The Israeli military took control of the vital Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt on Tuesday, pushing into the southern Gazan town after a night of air strikes and as prospects for a ceasefire deal hung in the balance. The Palestinian militant group Hamas said
Entertainment
Amid hype in theatres, 'Aavesham' all set for OTT release. Know details here

The move to stream the film on OTT exactly 28 days after its theatrical release have surprised many, especially since the film was having a good run at the box office.
Kerala
Wild elephant killed by train in Palakkad, case to be registered against locopilot

. Another female elephant, which was seriously injured in a similar accident at the same location on April 10, succumbed to injuries after three days.

News
French Consulate to commemorate end of World War II

The memorial will then be open from 5.45 pm till 7 pm to the public.
Food
How to reduce heat in kitchen while cooking in summer

By implementing these tips, you can effectively reduce heat in your kitchen and create a more pleasant cooking environment.
Kerala
First instalment of Coirfed mats to Golden Temple to leave Alappuzha today

The latest move comes as a boost to the government attempts to resolve the crisis in the sector.

Sports
IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad in pix

SRH remain in fourth spot with 12 points from 11 matches, while MI climbed to ninth place with eight points from 12 games.
Entertainment
Mohanlal excites fans with 'Barroz' update. Get details of release date here

The fantasy 3D film was initially slated for release last year but was delayed due to post-production work.
Kerala
Man kills wife, daughter in Kollam; attempts suicide

Preliminary reports suggest that financial constraints led him to take the extreme step.

Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding English movie Wonka (EP 72)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Swathi and Padmakumar are analysing the English movie Wonka directed by Paul King and starring Timothee Chalamet in the lead.
SSLC RESULTS 2024

Career & Campus
Kerala SSLC results tomorrow: Where and how to check

Students need to key in their registration number, password and date of birth to check their results.
Entertainment
Foreign press scream Alia Bhatt's name as she walks Met Gala red carpet in stunning Sabyasachi Mukherjee sari

The sari was made using silk floss, glass beading and semi precious gemstones.

Entertainment
This dermatologist uses humour to provoke thoughts on political awareness

He employs self-deprecating humour to comment on socio-political realities, echoing Moliere's belief that comedy serves to correct men by amusing.
Sports
IPL 2024: Suryakumar hits unbeaten ton as MI beat SRH

Mumbai Indians won by 7 wickets after chasing a modest total of 173/8.
Kerala
Malayalam actor Kanakalatha dies at 63

The actor was battling Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

Sports
Keralite Asha Sobhana becomes oldest Indian woman to make T20I debut

The leg-spinner returned figures of 2/18 from her three overs as India won the rain-interrupted match by 56 runs via DLS method.
Sports
Kerala's Asha shines on debut as India beat Bangladesh in 4th Women's T20I

In the rain curtailed match, India posted a 56-run win with 33-year-old Asha bagging 2/18.
Kerala
Kannur man killed childhood friend due to her involvement in his family matters: Police

Sudharshan took his own life after murdering his Anila at Mathamangalam in Kannur.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Israel begins evacuating part of Rafah, Hamas decries 'dangerous escalation' | May 06, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Entertainment
'Sukrutham' director Harikumar passes away after prolonged battle with cancer

The filmmaker made his debut in films with the 1981 movie 'Ambal Poovu', starring Sukumari, Jagathy Sreekumar, among others.
Sports
T20 World Cup: ICC allays fears amid threat reports

Trinidad & Tobago Prime Minister Keith Rowley had revealed a possible security threat to the 20-team event to be co-hosted by West Indies and the United States.

Kerala
Sugandhagiri tree-felling case: Kalpetta Flying Squad Range Officer transferred

Sajeevan has been transferred to the Social Forestry Range in Vadakara.
Kerala
High temperatures continue to plague Kerala: Yellow alert in 12 districts till May 10

From May 6 to 8, maximum temperatures are likely to exceed 95 per cent at many places in Kerala.
LifeStyle
Advantage Alfiya: Smashing notions to smithereens in a wheelchair

A fall from the fourth floor of a building had left Alfiya paralysed waist-down, Alfiya was not ready to give up. Her indomitable spirit and her will to overcome adversity, is what has led her to success.

News
Explained | Significance of China’s Chang’e-6 mission

It is the first endeavour of its kind in the history of human lunar exploration
News
Explained | What is Interpol’s Blue Notice?

Blue Notice issued against JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna
Kerala
Kerala to implement SMART PDS: State powers to be limited in ration distribution

Under SMART-PDS details of ration card members and transactions will be stored on centrally controlled cloud servers.

Kerala
Cow, calf die in Adoor after eating leaves of Arali plant

In the autopsy, it was revealed that a large quantity of the plant's leaves had entered the cow.
Kerala
Anti-Terror Squad raids Aluva residence, 4 guns seized

Inspection was conducted at four residences in the area.
Sports
Bumrah shares heartfelt birthday wish for Sanjana Ganesan

Sanjana replied with a red heart emoji in the post.

News
Israel tells Palestinians to evacuate Rafah, Hamas decries 'dangerous escalation'

Instructed by Arabic text messages, telephone calls, and flyers to move to what the Israeli military called an 'expanded humanitarian zone' 20 km (7 miles) away, some Palestinian families lumbered out under chilly spring rain, witnesses said.
Kerala
Student jumps to death from seventh floor of Kozhikode NIT hostel

Despite being immediately rushed to Kozhikode Medical College Hospital, Yogiswarnath was declared brought dead.
Sports
Indian 4x400m relay teams qualify for Paris Olympics

India pulled out of the mixed 4x400m relay second round heat races as Ramesh was not available after suffering muscle cramps while running the men's 4x400m first round heat.

Kerala
Poll violence, alleged sexual assault & cop suicide: What happened in Kasaragod party village

Rajmohan Unnithan has alleged that M Dhanya foisted a fake case against Unais for trying to stop bogus voting in the panchayat.
Entertainment
'Malayalee from India' script row deepens: Nishad Koya claims filmmakers were aware of similarities in story

Recently, film director Dijo Jose Antony and producer Listin Stephen had claimed that Nishad raised the allegations against the movie only a day before the film's release.
Kerala
Dying in harness: Govt sets 13 yrs as minimum age for dependents to seek job

The new re-drafted notification suggested the dependent should have completed 13 years of age to apply for the job.

Entertainment
Anne Hathaway shines in 'The Idea of You' tackling gender roles in relationships

Starring Nicholas Galitzine alongside Anne Hathaway, the film shows the story of Solène, a 40-year-old woman, who gets into a relationship with Hayes Campbell, a 24-year-old pop star.
LifeStyle
These garlic-based home remedies may effectively clear stubborn acne

The antioxidants in garlic can fight bacterial infection on facial skin and reduce acne breakout.
Sports
Trinidad PM reveals terror threat to T20 World Cup

As of now, the threat, according to media reports, is specific to the West Indies, which aside from some preliminary matches, will be hosting the entire Super 8 stage along with the semifinals and the final on June 29.

News
Inheritance tax: Effective if implemented slowly and incrementally

While India does not have an inheritance tax, the current heated election campaign went into a tizzy after technocrat Sam Pitroda voiced his support for such a tax during an interview.
Travel
Ooty flower show: E-passes, travel regulations in place; here's how to source the pass

The summer flower festival, the mega tourism event of Nilgiris, is all set to start at Ooty on May 10 (Friday).
Kerala
Worker killed after iron ladder collapses in Kochi Smart City's project site, 3 injured

The guest worker, who was trapped between the rods, was taken out after considerable efforts.

Kerala
Youth beaten to death with hockey stick in Thrissur

He succumbed to severe head injuries inflicted during the attack.
LifeStyle
Singapore Tourism Board joins hands with designer Rahul Mishra

With Instagrammable spots, exceptional venues, and world-class attractions, the island city creates a captivating backdrop for ‘Beginnings Made In Singapore’.
Kerala
Monthly payment case: Court rules out probe against CM, daughter; Kuzhalnadan's petition dismissed

Kuzhalnadan had sought a direct inquiry by the Vigilance court into the duo's involvement in the case.

Travel
Ernakulam - Bengaluru Vande Bharat service likely to begin soon: Know more

Once the service begins, the train will depart Ernakulam South Station at 5 am and reach Bengaluru at 1.35 pm.
Travel
High price, inconvenient schedule, toilet defects mar Navakerala bus service

The passengers say that it is not profitable for them to spend Rs 1240 to travel to Bengaluru from Kalpetta as they could easily purchase tickets in an airconditioned bus for just Rs 700.
Career & Campus
ICSE, ICS results declared; 98.19% pass Class 12 | How to check

The improvement exams will be conducted in July.

Sports
Kerala Blasters set in motion major squad overhaul

The 30-year-old Sadaoui will be joining Blasters on a two-year deal.
Sports
Rublev to be back in hospital after clinching Madrid Open title

The seventh seed needed an anaesthetic to play the final.
Travel
KSRTC will now take you to Arabian Sea: Details

The bus would reach Bolgatty Palace at 3 pm and the passengers can board the boat from there.

Sports
IPL 2024: Lucknow Super Giants vs Kolkata Knight Riders in pix

KKR have 16 points from 11 games and moved closer to the playoffs. LSG slipped to fifth with 12 points from 11 outings.
Entertainment
I get the same respect as Amitabh Bachchan in the industry: Kangana Ranaut

Kangana, who has also stepped into politics, is presently vying for the Mandi Lok Sabha seat in Himachal Pradesh as the Bharatiya Janata Party's candidate.
Sports
McLaren's Norris wins Miami GP for first F1 win

It was a long overdue triumph for the Briton who held the record for most podiums without a win (15), having finished runner-up an agonising eight times in 110 Grands Prix.

News
Congress office in Amethi attacked, cars vandalised

Police force has been deployed at the site after the incident.
Entertainment
'Titanic' actor Bernard Hill passes away at 79

In Titanic, Hill played Captain Edward Smith, one of the only characters based on a real person in the 1997 tragic romance starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.
Kerala
Kerala's revenue dips by over Rs 10,000 crore during FY 2023-24

Even as the State has been crying foul over the Centre lowering the borrowing limit, Kerala availed a loan of Rs 7,389 crore more than it had availed in the previous fiscal.

LifeStyle
Column | Hello, Peshawar! Trivandrum’s tryst with telephone history

Wire reports from 1940 mention India’s longest underground cable being laid in the Travancore High Ranges.
Sports
Column | Indian bowling attack lacks cutting edge

The Indian T20 World Cup squad looks a trifle overloaded with four spinners.
News
Al Jazeera’s Israel office raided, broadcast suspended after shutdown order

Benjamin Netanyahu's cabinet shut down the network for as long as the war in Gaza continues, saying it threatened national security.

Food
Railway meal for just Rs 20! IRCTC woos passengers with budget-friendly menu option

Considering that the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) charges Rs 10 for a cup of tea, the availability of a snack meal at Rs 20 presents a great deal.
LifeStyle
How to keep your animals healthy in summer?

Animals would lose their appetite when the humidity in the atmosphere rises.
Travel
Vande Bharat makes Kasaragod railway station a star: Here's how

The first Vande Bharat service via Kottayam was started a year ago and the second service via Alappuzha is getting overwhelming responses from passengers.

LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (06-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
IPL 2024: KKR go top with massive win over LSG

LSG were bowled out for 137 in 16.1 overs. Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy shared three wickets each for KKR.
Sports
Badosa announces break-up with Tsitsipas

Badosa wrote on social media Sunday that the pair decided to amicably part ways after being a couple since last year.

Sports
Liverpool secure much-needed victory over Spurs

Strikes from Mohamed Salah, Andy Robertson, Cody Gakpo and Harvey Elliott earned the victory for Klopp's men, who had won one of their previous five league games and seen their title challenge crumble.
Kerala
Thief on the run nabbed after a year in Alappuzha

Sinaj has been involved in several cases of mobile phone theft and stealing valuables from cars after smashing the window glass.
News
Abduction case: Court remands JD(S) leader HD Revanna to police custody till May 8

Prajwal Revanna, HD Revanna's son and the BJP-JD(S) Hassan Lok Sabha candidate, faces rape and molestation charges after a huge cache of explicit videos of him became public.

Sports
China complete Thomas & Uber Cup double

Indonesia finished runners-up in both the competitions.
Kerala
Missing woman found dead in Kannur's Payyannur

Meanwhile, police found the caretaker of the house, Shiju, hanging at his mother's home, around 22 km away. Police suspect it to be a case of murder-suicide.

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Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

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