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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
Driving tests suspended till May 24 in Kasaragod due to 'Covid-19'

The driving schools have also decided not to participate in driving tests, learners tests, and driving classes until the orders are officially withdrawn.
Travel
Planning to visit Ooty? Here’s what a Malayali living in Ooty has to stay

Ooty is incredibly cold at night. The maximum temperature during the daytime is 27 degrees Celsius.
Sports
Indian women's team loses 0-3 to Japan in Uber Cup quarters

Ashmita Chaliha's gallant fight goes in vain.

VIDEO

When the Collector was asked to be the candidate

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Prithviraj, Basil-starrer 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil' to release on May 16
‘Pushpa Pushpa’! Groovy first single from ‘Pushpa 2 The Rule’ is out now
Ilaiyaraaja claims 'Coolie' filmmakers used his old song in film teaser, issues copyright notice to team
Allu Arjun returns with his characteristic swag in new ‘Pushpa 2' poster

PODCASTS

DAILY NEWS DOSE

Heatwave threat in Palakkad, IMD issues orange alert | Apr 29, 2024

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

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Decoding English movie Perfect Days (EP 71)

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Electoral bonds on trial: Behind the Supreme Court verdict | Ep 104

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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
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.
Kerala
High temperatures expected in Palakkad, Kollam and Thrissur today

The ongoing heatwave, particularly in Palakkad district, is expected to persist for the next 24 hours.
News
Godrej Group announces company split and director board reshuffle

This 127-year-old group will split into two entities.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

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

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Meet Anna, the ‘Achayathi’, who serves delicious Kerala food in Chennai
100 years of Chapati in Kerala: Know the rich history of this popular 'roti'
Is it okay to give mangoes to babies in summer?
Cool down in style with Chennai's beloved tender coconut water jelly

ONMANORAMA VIDEOS

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CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bollywood Films Beyond Propaganda

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

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Battle of Ballots

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Entertainment
Prithviraj, Basil-starrer 'Guruvayoor Ambalanadayil' to release on May 16

The film promises to be a laugh riot just like 'Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey', which had also featured Basil Joseph in the lead.
Travel
Alappuzha tourism badly hit by elections, heatwave

Generally, the October-March period is the foreign tourist season in Alappuzha, while the April-September season, marking summer vacations and festival holidays in India, sees more domestic tourists visiting.
Travel
High winds in Himalayas wreck tents, expeditions halted: Details

As of now, all mountaineers, who are at an altitude of 6,500 metres, are safe.

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

April 21, 2024

Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer': A harrowing tale of sexual assault and stalking | Analysis

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

Indian women's team loses 0-3 to Japan in Uber Cup quarters
Rinku Singh heartbroken, says dad
IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings in pix
UCL: Fullkrug's strike hands Dortmund advantage over PSG

Kerala
Lorry crashes into Metro pillar in Aluva; 2 dead

The two deceased are identified as Andhra Pradesh natives.
News
PM Modi's photo removed from CoWIN certificate amid Covishield controversy

In 2021, the Kerala High Court had dismissed a plea challenging the photograph of Prime Minister Narendra Modi being affixed on the vaccination certificate.
Kerala
Kozhikode native killed in accident during Kashmir trip, 4 Malayalis critically injured

The deceased Safvan, a native of Iyyangode in Kozhikode's Nadapuram, was an employee at an IT firm.

Vantage Point

Column | Mohinder & Mohit - tough cookies

Dr KN Raghavan

News
Violence flares on US campuses amid Gaza protests; 300 arrested at Columbia, City College

Pro-Israel supporters attacked an encampment of pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA, hours after police arrested activists who occupied a building at Columbia University.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (02-05-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
Rinku Singh heartbroken, says dad

The 26-year-old Rinku failed to make it to the 15-member Indian squad for next month's T20 World Cup.

Sports
IPL 2024: Chennai Super Kings vs Punjab Kings in pix

PBKS spinners Harpreet Brar and Rahul Chahar spun a web around the CSK batters.
Sports
UCL: Fullkrug's strike hands Dortmund advantage over PSG

PSG, fresh from being crowned Ligue 1 champions and desperate to win their first ever Champions League trophy, found it hard going against a disciplined German defence, especially in the first half with forward Kylian Mbappe largely neutralised.
News
Ooty over 5 degrees warmer than usual, records highest temperature in 38 years

The average temperature in the popular hill station in Tamil Nadu remains over 5 degrees above normal.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Planning to visit Ooty? Here’s what a Malayali living in Ooty has to stay
Alappuzha tourism badly hit by elections, heatwave
High winds in Himalayas wreck tents, expeditions halted: Details
Nava Kerala bus rebranded KSRTC Garuda Premium, to start service from May 5

News
DGCA deregisters bankrupt budget carrier Go First's 54 planes

Go First stopped flying last May and is undergoing an insolvency resolution process.
Sports
IPL 2024: Punjab Kings continue domination over CSK

PBKS chased down the target of 163 with 13 balls to spare and notched up their fifth win on the trot against the defenidng champions.
Kerala
CPM workers in Payyannur assault college teacher, who was Congress booth agent

Rajith Kumar P (32), an assistant professor in the Department of Commerce at the Co-operative Arts & Science College, Madayi, was punched and hit on the head with iron rods.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

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Premature surgical menopause may raise muscle disorder risk
Extreme weather, heat waves widening learning gaps worldwide
Try these easy tricks to remove the indelible ink from your nail

News
Dubai issues adverse weather warning two weeks after severe flooding

On April 14-15, the city recorded its heaviest rainfall since 1949 resulting in severe flooding.
Sports
Thomas Cup: Indonesia top group with clinical win over India

The rematch of the 2022 Thomas Cup final provided Indonesia with a chance to exact revenge for their 0-3 loss in the title clash of the last edition to the same opponents, and they did just that.
Kerala
Lavalin case, listed over 30 times in SC, adjourned again

The decades-old case, involving Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, was listed for final hearing on May 1.

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News
Two more days to file nominations: Suspense prevails on Rahul, Priyanka contesting from Amethi, Raebareli

Raebareli constituency seat has previously been represented by Sanjay Gandhi, Rajiv Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi.
News
Rajasthan youth dies after gun goes off while making 'reel'

Yashwant Nagar, a 22-year-old from Jhalwar, died after a bullet hit his chest.
News
BJP can't remain with those who commit atrocities against women: Amit Shah on Prajwal Revanna

Prajwal, who is the grandson of former prime minister H D Deve Gowda, has landed in the soup after a cache of explicit videos and photographs involving him went viral.

Kerala
Assault on former panchayat leader in Aluva, five held

Ernakulam Rural SP Vaibhav Saxena said the attack was the outcome of personal enmity between the alleged assailants and the victim.
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News
Election Commission bans K Chandrashekar Rao from campaigning for 48 hrs

KCR was banned for his "objectionable" remarks against the Congress.
Sports
Fans remember Ayrton Senna at Imola on 30th death anniversary

The fans also paid tribute to Austrian Roland Ratzenberger, who had been killed the day before Senna died after an accident in qualifying. The deadly weekend in 1994 triggered a major safety review, changing the sport for ever.

News
Election Commission updates protocol on storage of symbol loading units of EVM, VVPAT after SC order

So far, the EVMs and VVPAT slips were stored for 45 days post results.
Kerala
Autorickshaw driver found dead in Vatakara, police begin probe

Shanif was missing from Tuesday noon onwards.
Kerala
CCTV cameras in strong rooms containing EVMs damaged in lightning in Alappuzha, repaired later

The voting machines are being stored in the strong room at St Joseph's College, Alappuzha.

Kerala
A heartfelt farewell : Ashok performs final rites of his donor's mother

Vishnu, a victim of a bike accident in Kozhikode, even as locals had mobilised a medical aid committee for his treatment, was declared brain dead.
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Daily News Dose: Accused in Salman Khan house firing case dies by suicide in jail | May 1, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Sports
Mayank Yadav doubtful for remainder of IPL

However, there is a silver lining for the 21-year-old Delhi man as he is all set to be given a pace bowling contract by the Board of Control for Cricket in India.

Entertainment
‘Pushpa Pushpa’! Groovy first single from ‘Pushpa 2 The Rule’ is out now

With its groovy music, lyrics and beats, the song, which celebrates the uncommon journey of a common man, is expected to top the music charts in the coming days.
LifeStyle
Premature surgical menopause may raise muscle disorder risk

Premature surgical menopause can significantly raise the risk of muscle disorders like chronic musculoskeletal pain and sarcopenia.
Entertainment
Ilaiyaraaja claims 'Coolie' filmmakers used his old song in film teaser, issues copyright notice to team

In the notice, Ilaiyaraaja claimed that the teaser of Coolie had a rendition of his song 'Vaa Vaa Pakkam Vaa' from the film 'Thanga Magan', also starring Rajinikanth.

Entertainment
Allu Arjun returns with his characteristic swag in new ‘Pushpa 2' poster

Wearing heavy pieces of jewellery for a male protagonist, Allu’s Pushparaj sets his foot forward in style as the wooden logs and the cloud of dust occupy the foreground.
Career & Campus
Don't miss out: Three-day quiz training for school students at Kozhikode from May 3

The three-day mentorship program, led by the renowned Quiz Man of Kerala, Snehaj Srinivas, aims to ignite the minds of young learners.
Kerala
TVM’s tribal areas battle water scarcity amidst soaring temperatures

The residents of Kani tribal settlement in Thiruvananthapuram are unable to bear the heat.

News
Salman Khan house firing case: Accused dies by suicide in jail

The deceased Anuj Thapan, 23, hanged himself inside the toilet of the lock-up using a bedsheet.
Kerala
Driving schools in Kerala declare indefinite strike starting Thursday

The driving schools have also decided not to participate in driving tests, learners tests, and driving classes until the orders are officially withdrawn.
Entertainment
'Malayalee From India': Nivin Pauly's much-anticipated movie struggles to find its footing | Movie Review

The film feels like a messy amalgamation of comedy, patriotism, and feel-good moments that fail to blend cohesively.

News
Cops arrest pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University

Columbia University's president Minouche Shafik requested police retain presence on campus till May 17.
LifeStyle
Extreme weather, heat waves widening learning gaps worldwide

More than 40 million students who have been shut out of classrooms in recent weeks as heatwaves have forced school closures in parts of Asia and North Africa.
Entertainment
Daniel Radcliffe still upset with J K Rowling for transphobic remarks, hints they are not on talking terms

The actor said he does not owe J K Rowling the things he truly believes just because his life changed because of her.

Kerala
Seven held for gold smuggling in Kozhikode

The gold was worth Rs 56 lakhs.
Sports
Lee slams LSG team management for rushing back Mayank Yadav

Mayank made a comeback in LSG's win against Mumbai Indians in Lucknow on Tuesday, but walked off the field without completing his fourth over after an injury scare.
LifeStyle
Try these easy tricks to remove the indelible ink from your nail

Removing the mark on the finger before the voting process gets over is unlawful. So, even if you wish to remove it, you should do it only a few days after the election.

News
Centre says bomb threat to schools seems to be 'hoax'; cops trace source of email

Security beefed up in Delhi, govt says no need to panic.
Entertainment
Won't release any dubbed versions of 'Malayalee from India:' Dijo Jose Antony

The film featuring Nivin Pauly will hit theatres on May 1.
Kerala
Amid Covishield row, Chandy Oommen justifies reluctance to take Oommen Chandy for Covid jab

Chandy demanded an apology from those behind the allegations.

Kerala
Mayor-KSRTC driver dispute: memory card missing from bus's DVR

SHO told Manorama News that the memory card was crucial to the investigation and that they would inquire into whether the card was removed by someone.
Entertainment
Anna Rajan reveals she is battling autoimmune thyroid after trolls comment on her body weight, dance

The actor said the disease leads to constant body swelling and weight fluctuations.
Kerala
K Muraleedharan accuses CPM of diverting votes to BJP

UDF will not lose votes in its power centres as BJP will get LDF's votes., he said.

Food
Meet Anna, the ‘Achayathi’, who serves delicious Kerala food in Chennai

Anna Antony, hailing from Kooroppada in Kerala's Kottayam, found a niche for herself in the vibrant food scene of Chennai with Achayathis.
News
Several schools in Delhi receive bomb threats; police say nothing found in search

School authorities reported that these threats were received via email, prompting immediate evacuation procedures.
News
Hike in bank, credit card charges come into effect

The new IMPS charges in ICICI bank would be Rs 2.50 for transactions up to Rs 1000.

LifeStyle
These food items can effectively bring down fatty liver condition

The condition makes the liver inactive and ineffective in processing nutrients and metabolizing fat.
Entertainment
Rani Mukerji, Aamir Khan seen together in rare picture shared by Ira

Aamir and Rani have remained good friends and shared amazing chemistry in films like Ghulam, Mangal Pandey: The Rising, among others.
Kerala
Ayurvedic doctor booked for poisoning father to death found dead in Nepal

Mayoornath killed his father by mixing poison in his breakfast on April 2, 2023.

Entertainment
'Killers of the Flower Moon' actor Lily Gladstone returns to Cannes as jury member

Greta Gerwig, who packed theatres with the movie phenomenon 'Barbie', had already been announced as jury president.
Kerala
Loadshedding likely in June, people should limit electricity consumption: Minister Krishnankutty

The power consumption in the state is around 16 times higher than what was earlier, he added.
Career & Campus
Canada tightens work limits for international students: Only 24 hours per week allowed

The recent move coincides with the Canadian government's efforts to manage the surge in international student enrolments across the country.

Kerala
Heatwave grips Kerala, sunstroke deaths climb to 4; summer rain likely in several districts

No outdoor work allowed from 12 pm-3pm, educational institutions restricted from operating classes after 10 am.
Entertainment
Mammootty's 'Turbo' races into theatres ahead of schedule; new release date announced

Mammootty had previously stated during Vishu, that the film would premiere on June 13.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Australia drop Steve Smith

Mitchell Marsh was confirmed as captain of the 15-man squad which includes Josh Inglis as a reserve wicketkeeper.

Kerala
Man sentenced to 21-year rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting 6-year-old daughter

Justice R Rekha said in her judgement that the accused destroyed the trust so deeply embedded in the idea of fatherhood.
Sports
IPL 2024: Lucknow Super Giants vs Mumbai Indians in pix

The win helped LSG climb to third spot with 12 points from 10 matches, while MI are in ninth place with just six points from 10 outings.
Sports
No fairytale ending for Nadal at Madrid Open

In just over two hours, a feisty Lehecka thwarted Nadal's hopes of reaching his 100th Masters 1000 quarterfinals.

Sports
UCL: Vinicius Jr earns Real Madrid draw at Bayern Munich

Bayern, with only the Champions League title left to fight for, had scored twice in four minutes early in the second half through a Leroy Sane strike and Harry Kane penalty to turn the game around before Vinicius' spot kick.
Kerala
Amid rumours of CPM-Samastha link, M V Jayarajan calls on Umer Faizy

The CPM leader and LDF candidate in the recently held LS polls met the influential Samastha leader at his residence.
Kerala
Students accused in Sidharthan's death tell High Court their future is in peril

The students in custody, in connection with the death by suicide of alleged ragging-victim J S Sidharthan, have moved for bail.

Sports
IPL 2024: Stoinis does the star turn as LSG get past MI

LSG chased down the modest target in 19.2 overs.
Sports
Triple jumper Praveen Chithravel impresses at Indian GP 1

Hima Das, who returned to action after being provisionally suspended for three whereabout failures in 12 months, did not finish the 200m race.
Travel
Nava Kerala bus rebranded KSRTC Garuda Premium, to start service from May 5

Departing from Kozhikode at 4 am, the bus will arrive in Bengaluru by 11:35 am.

LS POLLS

News
EC publishes voter turnout data; phase 1 records 66.14%, phase 2-66.71%

In the 2019 Lok Sabha polls in phase two, the turnout was 69.64 per cent.
Kerala
One more death due to sunstroke in Kerala, 45-year-old man dies in Alappuzha

Earlier three deaths due to sunstroke were reported in the state from Palakkad, Idukki and Mahe.
Sports
Radha, Hemalatha star as Indian women win rain-marred second T20I

The par score was 28 and the Indian team was ahead by 19 runs, and with the surface rendered unplayable by the heavy rain, the visitors were declared winners.

News
Delhi HC reserves order on ex-PFI chief E Abubacker’s release plea in UAPA case

A large number of alleged PFI activists were detained or arrested in several states during the crackdown in 2022.
Kerala
Coffee prices go sky-high, but farmers in no mood to celebrate, here is why

Only a handful of growers were able to install irrigation facilities on the plantation.
Kerala
Kollam cashew factory worker killed by lightning strike

The deceased was identified as 65-year-old Thulasidharan Pillai.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Sanju Samson in Indian squad for T20 World Cup | Apr 30, 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
Nivin Pauly said he had misgivings about self-troll dialogues in 'Varshangalkku Shesham'

The actor said he constantly sought assurance from director Vineth Sreenivasan regarding the dialogues in the film.
Sports
Team India lacks balance despite bold calls by selectors

The absence of a cool finisher like Rinku Singh could hurt the India in the big games.

News
Supreme Court questions ED on timing of Kejriwal's arrest ahead LS polls

Kejriwal is currently lodged in the Tihar jail here under judicial custody after his arrest on March 21 in the case.
Sports
Sanju Samson in Indian squad for T20 World Cup

Rishabh Pant is the other wicketkeeper, while K L Rahul has been left out.
News
We kill terrorists by entering their homes: PM Modi

Some people want to make the PM in instalments. They have decided to have a PM each year, Modi said.

Kerala
Cong alleges TVM mayor, MLA Sachin took law into their hands; files complaint with SHRC

Youth Congress backs driver Yadhu, stages protest.
Entertainment
Myanmar, Saudi men win top prizes in global photography fest held by Kochi foundation, G20 initiative

The thirteen winning photographs were selected from the 17,716 landscape images submitted from 153 countries.
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Kerala
BJP’s performance in south India will be historic: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

The BJP has performed extremely strongly in Kerala and Tamil Nadu and its overall tally from south India will be closer to 60 this time, he claimed.

Food
100 years of Chapati in Kerala: Know the rich history of this popular 'roti'

Kerala commemorates 100 years of embracing the 'chapati' during the pivotal Vaikom Satyagraha.
Kerala
Patient attacks woman employee at TVM medical college

Following the incident, police apprehended Anil, a native of Poovar, who allegedly committed the violence.
Sports
Archer returns in England squad for T20 World Cup

There was no place, however, for all-rounder Chris Woakes, who was part of England's T20 and ODI World Cup-winning teams, while batsman Dawid Malan is also omitted.

Kerala
What is the heatwave that makes Kerala stiflingly hot ?

Highest day temperature reported in Kerala was 41.9 degrees Celsius in 2016.
Career & Campus
Kerala SSLC results to be declared on May 8; Plus Two results on May 9

The results for the Higher Secondary and Vocational Higher Secondary examinations will be disclosed on May 9.
Career & Campus
Revolutionizing recruitment: Kerala IT firms shift from campus placements to 'Launchpad'

Launchpad is a comprehensive two-month-long recruitment program conducted both online and offline.

Kerala
Maoists and Thunderbolt squad exchange gunfire in Mananthavadi

The incident came to light when labourers reported to the plantation office that nine rounds of gunshots were heard from the forest where the thunderbolt commandos had been on combing operations for the last few days.
Kerala
Heatwave warning issued in 4 Kerala districts

While an orange alert was issued in Palakkad, a yellow alert has been issued in Alappuzha, Thrissur and Kozhikode districts for these days.

Phase 1 April 19

Phase 2 April 26

Phase 3 May 7

Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

Phase 6 May 25

Phase 7 June 1

POLLING PERCENTAGE

When the Collector was asked to be the candidate

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

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

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

Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer': A harrowing tale of sexual assault and stalking | Analysis