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Constituency	2024	2019
Thiruvananthapuram	66.47%	73.66%
Attingal	69.48%	74.4%
Kollam	68.15%	74.66%
Pathanamthitta	63.37%	74.24%
Mavelikkara	65.95%	74.23%
Alappuzha	75.05%	80.25%
Kottayam	65.61%	75.44%

Constituency	2024	2019
Idukki	66.55%	76.34%
Ernakulam	68.29%	77.63%
Chalakudy	71.94%	80.49%
Thrissur	72.90%	77.92%
Alathur	73.42%	80.42%
Palakkad	73.57%	77.72%
Ponnani	69.34%	74.98%

Constituency	2024	2019
Malappuram	72.95%	75.49%
Kozhikode	75.52%	81.65%
Wayanad	73.57%	80.33%
Vadakara	78.41%	82.67%
Kannur	77.21%	83.21%
Kasaragod	76.04%	80.65%

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Sports
Haaland nets four as City remain on course for another Premier League triumph

Hours after Arsenal's 3-0 win over Bournemouth, Pep Guardiola's men responded with a resounding victory that pulled them to within a point of the North Londoners at the top of the standings, but with a game in hand.
Sports
Real Madrid clinch record-extending 36th LaLiga title

Goals from Brahim Diaz, Jude Bellingham and Joselu earned Real a 3-0 win over lowly Cadiz. Later, Girona beat Barcelona 4-2, a result that left Carlo Ancelotti's side with an unassailable lead in the standings.
Travel
Kerala's first private train service from June 4: Details

The service intended for the tourists will be operated by Princy World Travels in association with SRMPR Global Railways Private Limited, as part of the Indian Railways' Bharat Gaurav Yatra project.

PODCAST

Start, Action, Cut - Decoding English movie Perfect Days (EP 71)

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ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Soubin Shahir, co-accused get pre-arrest bail in 'Manjummel Boys' cheating case
Title poster of Darshana Rajendran, Anupama Parameswaran's Telugu film 'Paradha' is out
'She has to be penalised': Jyotika faces backlash for claiming 'online & private' voting in LS polls
Tamil film industry mourns death of music composer Praveen Kumar

PODCASTS

NEWS BRAKE

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

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DAILY NEWS DOSE

Former Delhi Cong prez Arvinder Singh Lovely joins BJP | May 4, 2024

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NEWS BRAKE

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

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Decoding English movie Perfect Days (EP 71)

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

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Sports
Bipin Singh stars as Mumbai City stun Mohun Bagan, emerge ISL champions

The loss also crushed Mohun Bagan's dream of becoming the first team to defend the ISL Cup and complete a rare double of winning the League Winners' Shield and the title.
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
PM Modi's BJP posts anti-Muslim cartoon

BJP Karnataka has posted a 17-second anti-Muslim cartoon on the lines of PM Modi's controversial speech.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

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

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Stop tossing fruit peels, start making healthy teas instead!
Chia, kaskas and basil seeds: Know which is which
How to manage cooking during a heatwave: Essential summer 'do's and don'ts'
Meet Anna, the ‘Achayathi’, who serves delicious Kerala food in Chennai

ONMANORAMA VIDEOS

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CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

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Kerala Sports Week

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bollywood Films Beyond Propaganda

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

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LS POLLS

Kerala
These are the bypoll possibilities in Kerala should Rahul Gandhi win from Raebareli

Gandhi might be forced to vacate Wayanad if he wins both Lok Sabha seats.
Sports
IPL 2024: Faf du Plessis sets up RCB's big win

Earlier, RCB dished out a disciplined bowling effort to bowl out GT for a modest 147..
Kerala
2-metre high waves hit Purakkad in Alappuzha: Reports

Water entered the national highway situated 300 metres from the shore.

Movie Review

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Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Nadikar' only exudes a whiff of charm | Movie Review

May 01, 2024

'Malayalee From India': Nivin Pauly's much-anticipated movie struggles to find its footing | Movie Review

April 26, 2024

Pavi Caretaker: Balancing humour, emotions with dexterity | Movie Review

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

Haaland nets four as City remain on course for another Premier League triumph
Real Madrid clinch record-extending 36th LaLiga title
Bipin Singh stars as Mumbai City stun Mohun Bagan, emerge ISL champions
IPL 2024: Faf du Plessis sets up RCB's big win

News
One soldier killed, 4 injured in terrorist attack on IAF convoy in J&K

The attack on the convoy took place near Shahsitar in the Surankote area around 6.15 pm on Saturday.
Career & Campus
Schools to reopen in Kerala on June 3; CM issues directions for anti-drug activities

Parents and teachers should be ensured to make educational institutions free of narcotics, directs CM.
Kerala
Migrant worker crushed to death as beam collapses

Two others in critical condition.

Vantage Point

Column | Mohinder & Mohit - tough cookies

Dr KN Raghavan

News
Sexual assault case: SIT takes Deve Gowda's son Revanna into custody

The SIT had issued a lookout notice against Revanna along with his son and party MP Prajwal Revanna.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Former Delhi Cong prez Arvinder Singh Lovely joins BJP | May 4, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Travel
CIAL adds more services to Indian cities as domestic routes see heavy traffic

As many as 1,628 services per week were announced in the summer timetable.

Kerala
Sabarimala: TDB scraps spot booking, to allow only 80,000 pilgrims per day

No pilgrim would be allowed for spot bookind during the annual Mandala-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season
Entertainment
Soubin Shahir, co-accused get pre-arrest bail in 'Manjummel Boys' cheating case

In their anticipatory bail plea, Soubin and his co-accused stated that Siraj started demanding exorbitant amounts from them after online media reported that the film made a collection of Rs 250 crore.
Kerala
No ban on Arali in temples; action pending authentic report, says Devaswom Board

The Travancore Devaswom Board is convening today to deliberate on this matter and make a decision.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Kerala's first private train service from June 4: Details
CIAL adds more services to Indian cities as domestic routes see heavy traffic
Navakerala bus to hit the roads tomorrow: First trip to Bengaluru
Greens pitch e-pass entry system for Wayanad modelled on Ooty and Kodaikanal

Sports
IOC bans Kuwait's Sheikh Ahmad for 15 years

IOC Director General Christophe De Kepper informed all IOC members of the Executive Board decision to sanction the once-powerful Sheikh Ahmad over a court case in Switzerland.
Kerala
Elderly man kills bedridden wife, arrested

The deceased is Kathrikutty (85).
LifeStyle
Limited-edition latest BWC watches survive enduring space test

The latest edition of Apogee Watch of Bangalore Watch Company has made history of sorts when it was successfully tested in space.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Limited-edition latest BWC watches survive enduring space test
Want to stay cool in summer? Be like Mammootty, says Kerala IPRD; Here's why
Summer health: Avoid these for safety and well-being
Weekend Reads: These fiction, non-fiction books are absorbingly fascinating

LifeStyle
Want to stay cool in summer? Be like Mammootty, says Kerala IPRD; Here's why

Wearing white cotton cloth reduces the amount of heat absorbed by your body.
Career & Campus
NEET-UG on Sunday: Don't forget these things when you head to the exam hall

Candidates should stick to the dress code in the exam hall. Heavy or long-sleeved shirts/tops will not be allowed.
Kerala
Youth kidnaps migrant labourer, holds him hostage at gunpoint; arrested

Najmi shared that Binu took him to a rented quarter, threatened him at gunpoint, and forced him onto a motorbike.

Sports
Three Kerala footballers in first list of probables for national camp

The list does not feature players from Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Mumbai City FC as they will compete in the ISL final at Kolkata later tonight.
#OnmanoramaGreenKitchenChallenge

Food
Stop tossing fruit peels, start making healthy teas instead!

Often overlooked and discarded, fruit peels are packed with an abundance of vitamins, antioxidants, and beneficial compounds that offer a myriad of health benefits.
Entertainment
Title poster of Darshana Rajendran, Anupama Parameswaran's Telugu film 'Paradha' is out

'Paradha' marks Darshana's debut in Telugu cinema.

Sports
Amanda, Niranjan to lead Kerala in Junior National Basketball

The championships will be held in Indore from May 8 to 14.
Entertainment
'She has to be penalised': Jyotika faces backlash for claiming 'online & private' voting in LS polls

A video from the event surfaced on social media platform X in which a reporter asked Jyotika why she did not turn up for voting.
LifeStyle
Summer health: Avoid these for safety and well-being

The body requires a well-balanced diet during summer.

Kerala
Driving test rules revised amidst protests, extension granted for fulfilling vehicle requirements

The number of applicants undertaking the test at a center has been increased from 30 to 40.
Entertainment
Tamil film industry mourns death of music composer Praveen Kumar

He began his career as a keyboard player and later went on to compose music for films like 'Raakadhan', 'Kakkan', 'Raayar Parambarai' and 'Bumper'.
Kerala
Red alert for kallakadal revised to orange in Kerala, heatwave warning withdrawn

High temperatures are expected to persist until Monday, with temperatures forecasted to be 2 to 4 degrees Celsius above normal.

LifeStyle
Weekend Reads: These fiction, non-fiction books are absorbingly fascinating

The books offer you engrossing experiences with emotions, adventures, comedy and life's lessons weaving an entrancing atmosphere that is magical.
Entertainment
Irrfan Khan would have done a Malayalam film had he been alive: Actor's wife Sutapa

Sutapa took to Instagram to share an imaginary conversation with Irrfan Khan on the actor's fourth death anniversary on April 29.
Food
Chia, kaskas and basil seeds: Know which is which

Basil seeds are the same as kaskas, coming from the sweet basil plant.

Kerala
KSRTC driver involved in spat with TVM Mayor moves court for justice

Yadhu argues that a group of five people including the mayor and her husband blocked his vehicle and prevented him from discharging his official duty.
Entertainment
How the ‘scary’ peepul became artist Ompal Sansanwal’s muse

As Ompal grew up to become an artist, the image of that bodhi tree began finding expression in all his paintings.
Kerala
Sisters in arms: Vadakara, Cooch Behar women voters steal ballot show with high turnout

Cooch Behar and Vadakara are two of the parliamentary constituencies where women voter turnout consistently crossed 80%.

Entertainment
'The Boys' season 4 trailer drops: Homelander's rise, Butcher's struggle, and intense drama await

With Homelander consolidating his power, and Butcher having only months to live, the series takes a dramatic turn but not without action and in-your-face gore.
Kerala
Central University of Kerala panel calls for CBI inquiry into PhD scholar's suicide

Police fail to secure CCTV footage from PhD supervisor's cabin more than a month after death. Odisha native Rubi Patel, a first-generation learner, was found dead in hostel on April 2.
LifeStyle
Do you love 'pazhamkanji' aka rice porridge? Here's why it's not healthy

It is better to consume rice or gruel as soon as they are cooked.

Kerala
4 policemen arrested by CBI in Tanur custodial death case

The reports of post-mortem and chemical examinations had proved that Thamir Jifri was brutally beaten up.
Kerala
Blind woman lottery seller in Kottayam traps thieves with pen-cam, forgives them later

With the help of a pen cam, Rosamma's friends were able to identify the thieves when they attempted to steal.
LifeStyle
This house in Punalur town impresses with cool and cosy interiors

Almost all the modern amenities have been arranged in this traditional house to suit the lifestyle of the family members.

Entertainment
'Malayalee from India' script row: Listin Stephen lashes out against scriptwriter Nishad Koya

Nishad, who is best known for his work in 'Ordinary' had claimed that he had written a similar script in 2021 for a film, which was supposed to be directed by Joshiy.
Career & Campus
CBSE class 10 &12 board exam results after May 20: Here's how to check

The board exams for the two classes were conducted between February-April.
Kerala
Where did the rogue elephant Belur Makhna disappear?

The forest department personnel pointed out that the inter-state coordination post-Belur Makhna incident has improved significantly.

Sports
Kerala cricketer Aleena Surendran's diving catch goes viral | Video

Aleena dived full length to grab an absolute stunner during the match between her side Seagulls CC and ABBA CC.
Kerala
Why Kerala swelters in an unprecedented heatwave

Heatwave is defined based on the temperature thresholds over a region in terms of actual temperature or its departure from normal.
Travel
Navakerala bus to hit the roads tomorrow: First trip to Bengaluru

The tickets for the debut journey of the Navakerala bus were sold out within hours.

Kerala
Kochi newborn strangled and thrown from balcony, woman was in relationship with Thrissur youth

The probe team is planning to seek judicial custody of the woman after she recovers.
Entertainment
Producers file complaint against Kamal Haasan for breach of contract

In a statement released on May 2nd, Lingusamy detailed how Kamal Haasan's script alterations contributed to the commercial failure of their previous project.
Entertainment
Tovino Thomas-starrer 'Nadikar' only exudes a whiff of charm | Movie Review

Lal Jr employs some of the tropes that were part of his earlier works.

News
ACJ awards for journalism announced

Sudip Maiti secured the Ashish Yechury Memorial Award for Photojournalism with his series.
Entertainment
Dileep's daughter Meenakshi charms cameras at Malavika Jayaram's wedding reception

Following the wedding, a reception was hosted at a hotel in Thrissur, where only close friends and family were invited to celebrate the joyous occasion.
Sports
IPL 2024: Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders in pix

Mumbai Indians were bowled out for 145 in 18.5 overs as KKR scored their first away in Mumbai after 12 years.

Kerala
Online fraudsters dupe four men of Rs 1.90 crore promising profits in share trading in TVM

A 49-year-old Kanniyakumari native suffered the most, losing Rs 1.44 crore in a single go.
News
Kasparov says it was a 'little joke', after post on Rahul Gandhi goes viral

Within hours of asking Gandhi to "first win Raebareli before challenging for the top", the Russian chess great said it was just a joke and should be seen as one.
Kerala
Newborn's death in Kochi: Mother charged with murder

The newborn was thrown out onto the road from the woman’s flat on the fifth floor of an apartment complex.

News
Canada arrests 3 Indian nationals for Hardeep Singh Nijjar's murder

The ties between India and Canada came under severe strain following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations in September last year.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (04-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Travel
Greens pitch e-pass entry system for Wayanad modelled on Ooty and Kodaikanal

The high influx of tourists has already battered the social life of the agrarian community and the extreme impact on the ghat roads and jungle roads is yet to be assessed.

Sports
IPL 2024: KKR end Wankhede jinx

Despite Suryakumar Yadav's brilliant fifty, MI were shot out for 145 in 18.5 overs.
News
Telangana Police to reopen Rohith Vemula case after filing closure report

This decision follows the submission of a closure report by the Telangana police today.
News
Iran releases crew members of vessel MSC Aries

Keralite Ann Tessa Joseph, the sole woman cadet among the Indian crew, was released earlier.

Kerala
Police officer found dead inside house in Alappuzha

The deceased has been identified as Shyam Ghosh, the son of Karthikeyan from Ottappana, Thottappally.
Kerala
Medical negligence case: Alappuzha Medical College Superintendent submits resignation

Dr A Abdul Salam submitted his resignation to the principal of the college.
Kerala
Sector-wise electricity regulation to begin in Palakkad

The areas under the Palakkad Transmission Circle will experience electricity regulation between 7 pm and 1 am.

Sports
Shamar Joseph surprise inclusion in West Indies squad for T20 WC

Batter Shimron Hetmyer, who was dropped from the West Indies squad for the previous T20 World Cup after missing his flight to Australia, was also called up by the twice champions.
Kerala
After survivor student meets Smriti Irani, CUK transfers Efthikar Ahamed to another department

He was accused by a first-year MA English student of inappropriately touching her on November 13, 2023. Later, other students of the class accused the teacher of giving lewd lectures under the garb of poetry classes.
Sports
ICC announces umpires and match referees for T20 World Cup

There will be 20 umpires who will be officiating in 55 matches across nine venues.

Kerala
Toddler among three killed as scooter plunges into gorge at Chinnakanal

The child's mother was also killed in the accident that occurred at Tangukudi around 5 pm.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Rahul Gandhi files nomination from Raebareli | May 03, 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
Red alert on swell surge issued for the first time in Kerala, Tamil Nadu coastal areas

Residents are advised to follow authorities' instructions and stay alert.

Kerala
Mayor-driver row: Memory card from KSRTC bus went missing just before police probe

HRC ordered a probe into the alleged reluctance of the Cantonment SHO to register a case based on Yadhu's complaint.
Kerala
No stay on new test norms as HC dismisses driving school owners' plea

The driving school owners decided to continue their indefinite strike till Minister KB Ganesh Kumar withdrew the official circular.
LifeStyle
Easy, healthy yet sweet breakfast options for fussy eaters

Ragi is naturally gluten-free, high in fibre and has a low glycemic index.

Kerala
Passenger succumbs to injuries after conductor kicks him out of bus

Police registered a case of attempted murder against Ratheesh.
Kerala
Rahul Gandhi should have informed Wayanad voters about Raebareli plan: Annie Raja

K Kunhalikutty said there was nothing wrong with Rahul's decision to contest from Raebareli.
Kerala
How a Whatsapp community guards people from wild elephant attacks in Chinnakanal, Idukki

The team works to minimize the damage caused by elephants and ensure the safety of local residents.

Kerala
Kuzhalnadan submits evidence to establish Pinarayi's quid pro quo in CMRL-Veena deal

The proof established that the last-minute intervention of the Chief Minister led to the non-cancellation of KREML's four mining leases, the MLA said.
Career & Campus
Manorama Horizon's ThaniNaadanRobo summer camp: Tradition meets tech

Inspired by Kerala's rich cultural heritage, the camp invites attendees to dive into the exciting realms of AI, AR/VR game development, and Robotics.
Kerala
NIA files charge-sheet against 4 accused in Thalappuzha Maoist case

The incident happened on November 7, 2023.

Kerala
Harsh summer dries up Idukki highrange; farmers in Vattavada run out of money and hope

The summer has been so harsh that they now receive even drinking water over stipulated time periods.
Career & Campus
Civil Service workshop for school students at Kottayam, TVM & Kochi

Toppers in the All-India Civil Service Examination this year will interact with the school students at the workshop.
News
Rohith Vemula's death: Telangana police file closure report, leave ex-VC off the hook

In the closure report, the police have given a clean chit to several main faces involved in the case.

News
Fresh kidnapping case registered against HD Revanna and Prajwal

A case of molestation was already registered against the father-son duo at Holenarasipura police station.
LifeStyle
Foods diabetes patients should avoid first thing in the morning

Though juices have vitamins, minerals and fibres, diabetes patients shouldn’t start their day with fruit juice.
Career & Campus
JEE (Advanced) 2024: Select your exam centres now

Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Katmandu are the centres abroad.

Sports
India retain top spot in ODIs & T20Is; Australia lead Test rankings

India may have lost the ODI World Cup final to Australia but have increased their lead over them from three to six points, leading the table with 122 points.
Food
How to manage cooking during a heatwave: Essential summer 'do's and don'ts'

Onmanorama is providing you with a set of guidelines to manage the heat while prioritizing your health and well-being.
Career & Campus
CUSAT admission test from May 10; download admit cards now

Applicants can now download the admit cards from their profile.

LifeStyle
Kochi backwaters' dissolved metals concentration highest in the world, eating its fish dangerous: Study

The study was conducted by the Department of Marine Technology, Cochin University for Science and Technology (CUSAT), and the National Centre for Coastal Research, NIOT Campus, Chennai.
Entertainment
From 'Manjummel Boys' to 'Heeramandi': 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.
News
Houthis offer education to students suspended in US protest crackdown

The Houthi's offer of an education for US students sparked a wave of sarcasm by ordinary Yemenis on social media.

Sports
Diego Maradona's children call for moving body to mausoleum

The mausoleum, called 'Memorial del Diez,' is located behind the Casa Rosada, the seat of the executive branch of the Argentine government, and will be open to the public, Veronica Ojeda, mother of Maradona's youngest son, told local media.
News
Rahul contesting from Rae Bareli sensing Wayanad defeat, says Modi

The Congress' tally in the Lok Sabha polls will be an all-time low, the prime minister claimed.
News
No ban on namesake candidates in polls: Supreme Court

"It is an unhealthy and corrupted democratic practice," the petition said.

Travel
Rimi Tomy tours across US, checks out these tourist spots

Rimi thrilled her fans recently by posting a video in which she is seen dancing to a super hit song in one of the busy streets of Times Square.
Podcast
El Nino or global warming? Why Kerala is unusually hot this summer | News Brake Ep 110

Dr M G Manoj, a scientist at the Advanced Centre for Atmospheric Radar Research in Cochin University of Science and Technology joins News Brake to discuss the intensity of the heatwave in Kerala and the reasons behind it.

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