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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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Kerala
Electrocution of TN MBBS student at Wayanad resort, owner arrested for neglecting earth leakage

The police have arrested the resort owner for allegedly ignoring warning about earth leakage from a steel fence around the pool.
Kerala
Heavy rain expected in Kerala till Tuesday

Strong winds of 30 to 40 km per hour are anticipated on May 19 and 20.
Travel
Heavy rain alert in Kerala: What should tourists be careful of?

If heavy rains are predicted in your chosen destination, the authorities will likely close it down till weather conditions improve.

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

ENTERTAINMENT

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Emma Stone starrer ‘Kinds of Kindness’ gets 4.5 minute standing ovation at Cannes
'Promoting aluminium foil': Aishwarya Rai heavily trolled for her Cannes look
Devi Sri is particular about essence of all his songs in other languages: 'Pushpa' singer Ranjith Govind
'Sureshinteyum Sumalathayudeyum...' may not be everyone's cup of tea, but it is enjoyable | Movie Review

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CAA comes into effect, first set of 14 people granted citizenship | May 15, 2024

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Decoding English movie All of Us Strangers (EP 73)

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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
AAP MP Swati Maliwal has injuries on left leg and right cheek: Medical report

Maliwal filed an FIR against Kumar for assaulting her at CM's residence on Monday.
Kerala
UDF fell apart after KC(M) exit, party replies to 'Veekshanam' article

The 'Veekshanam' article has invited the KC(M) back to the UDF.
Entertainment
Emma Stone starrer ‘Kinds of Kindness’ gets 4.5 minute standing ovation at Cannes

This absurdist anthology film follows Lanthimos's previous work, ‘Poor Things’, which earned Emma Stone an Academy Award for Best Actress.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Kerala devours ice creams worth Rs 1,000 crore this year; 80% sold by local brands
Tea, coffee and snacks to be served on KSRTC long-distance buses soon
Want a certificate in 'porotta adi'? Head to this Madurai coaching centre
Slim down with this easy cabbage breakfast recipe

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NEWS BEYOND KERALA

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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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LifeStyle
Note these tips by celeb make-up artist on tinted moisturisers, cream blushes

Celebrity make-up artist Kinchangthui Bariamtak, who has worked with names such as Akshay Kumar, Huma Qureshi, Amy Jackson and so on shared some tips with on how to achieve a great look.
News
Indian students in Kyrgyzstan asked to stay indoors after mob violence

The number of Indian students in Kyrgyzstan is estimated to be around 15,000.
Entertainment
'Promoting aluminium foil': Aishwarya Rai heavily trolled for her Cannes look

For her first look at the screening of 'Megalopolis', Aishwarya graced the red carpet in a black and gold ensemble with intricate golden patterns.

Movie Review

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

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'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

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IPL 2024: LSG bow out on a high; MI finish last
Thailand Open: Satwik-Chirag, Ashwini-Tanisha progress to semifinals
Gambhir frontrunner for Team India head coach role: report
Doping menace: AFI announces equal penalties for coaches & athletes

Kerala
Analysis | How Centre throttled Kerala and how FM Balagopal's response heaped more burden

Though tax revenues looked fairly good in 2023-24, Kerala's total revenue receipts fell nearly 20% of the Budget estimate.
Kerala
Cardamom back in Sabarimala Aravana; 12,000 kg lab-certified spice to be procured

The move is part of resuming the use of cardamom in Aravana and appam, the offerings at Sabarimala in the upcoming pilgrimage season.
Career & Campus
Kerala devours ice creams worth Rs 1,000 crore this year; 80% sold by local brands

Among flavours, the top three in demand were vanilla, chocolate, and butterscotch, followed by tender coconut.

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Food
Kerala devours ice creams worth Rs 1,000 crore this year; 80% sold by local brands

Among flavours, the top three in demand were vanilla, chocolate, and butterscotch, followed by tender coconut.
News
Cyber fraud: Centre cancels 1.58 crore mobile connections in one year

1.86 lakh mobile phones, involved in cyber fraud cases, were also blocked countrywide.
Travel
Ooty train service suspended as rocks fall on track: Details

A few days ago, the Nilgiris district administration said the India Meteorological Department had issued an 'orange alert' forecast in the region.

Entertainment
Devi Sri is particular about essence of all his songs in other languages: 'Pushpa' singer Ranjith Govind

Ranjith, who had also sung ‘Eyy Poda Ithu Njaanaada,’ the Malayalam version of the song ‘Eyy Bidda Idhi Naa Ada’ from ‘Pushpa: The Rise’.
Kerala
Poison in Arali caused woman’s death by cardiac arrest, says police report

On April 28, Surya collapsed at the airport and passed away while undergoing treatment.
Travel
Visa-free group travel between Russia and India expected by 2024 end

Russia and China initiated their visa-free group tourist exchange on August 1 last year.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Heavy rain alert in Kerala: What should tourists be careful of?
Ooty train service suspended as rocks fall on track: Details
Visa-free group travel between Russia and India expected by 2024 end
First direct India-Cambodia flight ops to commence from June 16

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

If you are expecting a typical love story, you will be disappointed, since the movie relies more on theatrics and spoof, rather than aiming at telling a simple love story directly.
Entertainment
Actor Hakim Shahjahan ties the knot with Sana Althaf

Sana shared the news and posted several pictures from the wedding on her Instagram page.
LifeStyle
Medicines for diabetes, heart, liver ailments become cheaper: Details

The pharma companies have been instructed to pass on the information on the reduced price of various medicines to dealers and stockists with immediate effect.

LIFESTYLE

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News
8 burnt to death as bus catches fire in Haryana

The bus was carrying around 60 people.
Kerala
Pantheerankavu case: Rahul not German citizen; dowry harassment charges slapped on mother, sister

The police have also seized the hard disk containing CCTV visuals of their home.
Entertainment
Priyanka, Danielle and I were always called 'the wives' and I hated that: Sophie Turner

Sophie said that she 'hated' being referred to in this way, feeling that it reduced their individuality.

Kerala
Malayali woman’s mysterious death in Canada: Husband suspected to have reached India

Canadian police have issued a lookout notice for the missing husband, a native of Kuttichira
Kerala
Notorious thief Balamurugan, wanted in 53 cases, escapes police custody at Viyyur

Balamurugan is an accused in 53 cases, including murder in both Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Kerala
Kerala CM returns 2 days early from family trip to 3 countries

The Chief Minister left from Kochi with his wife Kamala and their grandson on May 6.

News
Modi claims Supreme Court made judgments available in regional languages at his bidding

The PM has claimed that he told the SC to stop toting the flag of the English language.
Sports
IPL 2024: LSG bow out on a high; MI finish last

MI ended up with 196/6 in their chase of 215 despite a brilliant 38-ball 68 by Rohit Sharma and an unbeaten 28-ball 62 by Naman Dhir.
Kerala
Bird Flu: Central team mulls special action plan for Kuttanad

The team led by Union Animal Husbandry Department Commissioner Abhijit Mitra suggested that vigil against bird flu should be on a full-time basis.

News
Congress candidate Kanhaiya Kumar assaulted in Northeast Delhi

Kanhaiya has claimed political rival Manoj Tiwari ordered the attack.
Kerala
Wild boar attacks go unchecked in Kozhikode, Malappuram since LS polls declaration

Empanelled shooters had to surrender their weapons since the model code of conduct kicked in on March 16.
Sports
Thailand Open: Satwik-Chirag, Ashwini-Tanisha progress to semifinals

However, young Indian shuttler Meiraba Luwang Maisnam's splendid run came to an end.

News
Heatwave: At 47.4°C, Delhi's Najafgarh records highest temperature in country

Severe heatwave conditions are very likely in some parts of Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana and Delhi during May 18-21.
Kerala
TVM man's death in Muscat: Kerala govt slams Air India Express, writes to Centre seeking compensation

Nambi Rajesh died in an Oman hospital without his wife by his side, as her flight was repeatedly cancelled amid the strike of the Air India Express cabin crew.
News
AAP questioned my character to save a goon: Swati Maliwal

Her reaction came after AAP leader Atishi at a press conference said that the assault case is a BJP conspiracy to frame Kejriwal.

LifeStyle
How generative AI can be instrumental in pioneering healthcare transformation in India

Suresh Martha, Head of Data Driven Innovations & Analytics, USA, in conversation with Onmanorama details the myriad of possibilities the GenAI can bring forth in the Indian healthcare sector.
Sports
Gambhir frontrunner for Team India head coach role: report

The report further said Gambhir has been contacted by the BCCI to seek his interest in the top job, and further discussions are expected after KKR complete their IPL 2024 campaign.
Sports
Doping menace: AFI announces equal penalties for coaches & athletes

By extending the consequences of failed dope test to coaches, the AFI hopes to create a culture of clean sports and reinforce the message that doping will not be tolerated at any level.

News
SC says ED can't arrest PMLA case accused once special court takes cognisance of complaint

If the accused appears before the special court by summons issued by the court, it cannot be treated that he is in custody: SC
Sports
Boxer Parveen Hooda's suspension forces India to concede Olympic quota

The 2022 World Championships bronze medallist, who booked the Olympic quota with an Asian Games bronze last year, failed to file her whereabouts in the period from April, 2022, to March, 2023, as per WADA rules.
News
Delhi excise policy case: ED names Kejriwal, AAP as accused in fresh chargesheet

Special Judge Kaveri Baweja is likely to take up the chargesheet for cognisance in the coming days.

Kerala
Woman, friend set fire to house, bike of estranged lover in Pathanamthitta

The woman is also accused of seeking the services of a sorcerer to use black magic against her ex-lover.
News
AAP terms Swati Maliwal's allegations 'baseless', accuses BJP of conspiring against Delhi CM

Delhi police took Maliwal to Kejriwal's residence for recreating the assault scene.
Sports
Napkin that sealed Messi move to Barca fetches close to $1 million

Bonhams said the auction was on behalf of Horacio Gaggioli, an agent from Messi's home country of Argentina, who was part of the deal.

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Daily News Dose: Cong, SP will bulldoze Ram temple if voted to power, says PM Modi | May 17, 2024

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Kerala
Kid who suffered burns after being fed hot milk at Kannur anganwadi afraid to have food now

The child suffered serious burn injuries to his mouth, lower lip and chin.
News
Heavy rain: Teen drowns in TN's Kuttalam waterfalls; Govt orders to avoid visiting Ooty

Nilgiris district collector asked tourists to avoid visiting tourist places including Ooty till May 20.

Career & Campus
Kerala Plus One admissions 2024: Important points to remember before you apply

A single-window system has been arranged for the process, where only one application needs to be submitted for each revenue district.
Kerala
Beef price goes up in Kozhikode, merchants blame it on shortage

Merchants say they are forced to shell out a substantial sum per cattle because of the shortage
Kerala
Summer showers continue to lash Kerala; orange alert in Malappuram, Wayanad today

Weatherman has also issued a yellow alert in 8 districts.

News
No interim relief to Jharkhand ex-CM Hemant Soren

SC asks ED to file a reply on the JMM leader's plea by Monday
Entertainment
War sequence of Suriya-starrer 'Kanguva' features 10,000-plus people

The massive war scene includes performances by Suriya, Bobby Deol, and a cast of thousands.
Kerala
RMP leader Hariharan arrested over sexist remarks against KK Shailaja, Manju Warrier

UDF openly criticised him and said Hariharan should not have made such objectionable comments against any woman.

Sports
Decision to retire came instinctively: Sunil Chhetri

'The retirement decision was not because of physical aspect, I am still fit, running, chasing, defending, the hard work is not difficult, the reason is to do with mental aspect,' said Chhetri during a virtual interaction.
News
Surge in child migrants crossing Darien Gap

In the first four months of 2024, more than 30,000 children on the move crossed the Darien Gap
News
WHO prequalifies new dengue vaccine

Dengue is a vector-borne disease transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito

Entertainment
Prabhas getting married soon? Actor shares cryptic message on Instagram

Fans began to wonder if the actor is finally going to announce his wedding.
Sports
IPL 2024: RCB up against CSK & rain threat

A washout will take CSK through to the playoffs, while RCB will need to win by at least 18 runs or chase the target with about 11 balls to spare.
Kerala
Student found dead in college hostel in Kasaragod

The deceased, Abhijith Gangadharan, 19, was a native of Bheemanady.

Kerala
Pantheerankavu case: Bride force-fed alcohol; Rahul's friend arrested for helping him flee

Police are actively searching for Rahul for brutally torturing his wife hailing from North Paravur.
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Congress, SP will bulldoze Ram temple if voted to power: PM Modi

"Our mothers and sisters are happy with the law on triple talaq and are continuously blessing the BJP," Modi said.
Kerala
Pvt firm wins black sand mining contract in Thottappally

Concerns have been raised that subcontracting removal of black sand will benefit private black sand companies.

News
Slapped several times, kicked in stomach, chest: AAP MP Swati Maliwal in FIR

In her complaint, Maliwal said that Kumar attacked her with "full force again and again."
News
Mumbai hoarding collapse: Ad firm director nabbed from Rajasthan

The 120 feet x 120 feet hoarding collapsed onto a nearby petrol pump in the Chhedanagar area in Ghatkopar
News
Doordarshan, AIR censor speeches by Yechury, G Devarajan; omit 'communal govt', 'Muslim'

This action aligns with directives from the Election Commission, Doordarshan officials said.

Sports
Ronaldo tops Forbes' list of highest-paid athletes again

His on-field earnings amounted to $200 million while his off-field earnings were $60 million thanks to sponsorship deals where brands make use of his 629 million Instagram followers.
Sports
IPL 2024: SRH through to playoffs after washout against Titans

The result also meant Delhi Capitals (14 points) were eliminated from the tournament.
Kerala
Kozhikode MCH doctor suspended for operating on tongue of toddler instead of her finger

The action was taken on the basis of a report filed by the Directorate of Medical Education.

Sports
Kerala Blasters, three other ISL sides fail to secure AIFF licence

The other three clubs who failed to obtain the licence for the upcoming season are Hyderabad FC, Jamshedpur FC, and Odisha FC.
News
US Justice Department reclassifies marijuana as less dangerous drug

US President Joe Biden said he was committed to righting the wrongs as 'far too many lives have been upended because of a failed approach to marijuana'.
News
INDIA bloc has no face for PM post, planning rotation among constituents: Amit Shah

He emphasised that the country needs a strong prime minister and not "one on a yearly basis".

Kerala
Collector orders magisterial inquiry into Hepatitis A outbreak in Vengoor village

A report of the inquiry has to be submitted to the collector within two weeks.
News
Kapil Sibal elected president of Supreme Court Bar Association

Sibal had last served as president of SCBA in 2001-02.
Kerala
Special Public Prosecutor wants fresh probe into Muttil tree-felling case

The Crime Branch filed an 84,600-page charge sheet in the case last December.

Kerala
IUML panchayat member, BJP leader's brother held in Rs 4.76-crore CPM coop society fraud

Ratheeshan K, secretary of the Society and the main accused in the fraud case, is missing.
News
Land acquisition by State unconstitutional without proper procedure: Supreme Court

The Article 300A (right to property) of the Constitution says that no person shall be deprived of his property save by authority of law.
Kerala
Pantheerankavu dowry case: Rahul flees to Germany, Interpol issues Blue Corner notice

Police are actively searching for Rahul for brutally torturing his wife hailing from North Paravur.

LifeStyle
Avoid tea, coffee before and after food: ICMR

ICMR advises people to drink tea and coffee without milk to reduce health risks.
News
Kejriwal should apologise on Maliwal issue: Nirmala Sitharaman

FM said the Gandhi family members would be voting for Bharti, who was accused of assaulting his pregnant wife.
Entertainment
Karthik Kumar had gay encounter with Karan Johar and Shah Rukh Khan: Singer Suchitra makes scandalous allegations

She alleged that her ex-husband Karthik Kumar had a gay encounter with Karan and Shah Rukh in London.

Kerala
6.65L Sabarimala Aravana cans to be destroyed without hurting sentiments & attracting elephants

The estimated worth of the stock is around Rs 5.3 crore.
Entertainment
My greatest strength is my audience: Mammootty during 'Turbo' promotions

The actor mentioned that a few real-life incidents have been included in the movie, but nothing has been forced.
LifeStyle
Incessant rains and flooding, Brazil plans 'tent cities' to shelter the displaced

Brazilian government is planning temporary structures, with individual bedrooms and collective bathrooms, kitchens and laundry for thousands of displaced people.

Entertainment
After decades, Francis Ford Coppola's opus 'Megalopolis' finally debuts at Cannes

Critics were on the whole unimpressed by the film but many found it had at least a smidgeon of entertainment value.
Food
Tea, coffee and snacks to be served on KSRTC long-distance buses soon

The food items will be stored on a shelf to be fixed near the driver’s cabin in the space where the television is installed in tourist buses.
Kerala
Sudhakaran, A Group leaders to move high command as Cong infighting intensifies

The tension was further fuelled by the annulment of MM Hasan's decision to revoke the suspension of former KPCC secretary MA Latif.

News
Strategic approaches for retirement: Leveraging NPS to secure your golden years

The NPS scheme helps build a retirement fund that grows over time.
LifeStyle
What went wrong with Aishwarya's Falguni & Shane Peacock-designed Cannes outfit

The black and gold gown with golden patterns and puffed sleeves worn by Aishwarya also had a long train featuring 3D gold floral embellishments.
Kerala
Two Kuttanad villages get water treatment plants through CSR initiative

They will ensure safe drinking water for 1,000 families.

Kerala
Kerala police special drive puts 243 criminals behind bars, 53 in preventive custody

The police also invoked the Kerala Anti-social Activities (Prevention) Act (KAAPA) against five others.
Entertainment
From 'Bridgerton Season 3' to 'Baahubali- Crown of Blood': New OTT releases this week

If you are a movie lover, you should spend some time catching up with some of the latest film releases that are now available on various OTT platforms.
Kerala
Excise policy envisages bars to sell toddy, restaurants to serve beer

Steps to finalise the policy will be made after the announcement of Lok Sabha election results.

Food
Want a certificate in 'porotta adi'? Head to this Madurai coaching centre

This culinary school in Madurai teaches the nuances of porotta-making.
News
Shubha reaps 'Red Gold' worth lakhs sans land or water

The demand-supply gap and scant production of the Red Gold variety led her to saffron farming.
LifeStyle
Over 30% of Covaxin takers suffered from health issues, claims BHU study

Serious AESI, which included stroke and Guillain-Barre syndrome, were reported in one per cent of individuals.

Kerala
From Wayanad to Bengaluru, how Karnataka designed a perfect detour for Kabani

While the Wayanad agrarian community found going tough in summer, Karnataka found a way out through a meticulous network of dams, lakes, canals and water pumping and purifying stations.
News
Demand for pre-owned cars on the rise among Kerala’s youth, reveals loan data

Gajendra Jangid, CMO of CARS24 said the growing preference for financing in Kerala is a clear indicator of a broader trend towards more accessible and adaptable car ownership models.
Sports
Thailand Open: Meiraba, Satwik-Chirag enter quarterfinals

Olympic-bound women's pair of Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa beat Chinese Taipei's Hung En-Tzu and Lin Yu-Pei 21-19, 21-17 to also reach the quarterfinals.

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Daily News Dose: Sunil Chhetri to retire after World Cup qualifier against Kuwait | May 16, 2024

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Kerala
British national evacuated from foreign vessel off Kochi coast due to medical emergency

The United Kingdom MRCC raised a message to the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) in Mumbai regarding the medical emergency of the crew member.

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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