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Kerala
Muslim League activist booked for threatening Mueen Ali Shihab Thangal

Thangal received a voice message threatening that he would become wheelchair-bound if he continued to criticise the Muslim League and community leaders.
Travel
What to do if luggage is damaged during flight

Instances where the luggage appears to have been torn, cracked, or suffered other forms of damage come under the definition of damage to the luggage.
Sports
Ranji Trophy: Kerala need 303 on the final day

Mumbai were bowled out for 319 in their second innings in the final session of the penultimate day's play.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Nora Fatehi falls victim to deepfake video. 'This is not me,' she clarifies
Jailer 2 on the cards? Here's some happy news for Rajinikanth, Mohanlal fans
Rashmika Mandanna deepfake creator wanted to increase followers on Instagram: Police
Shakeela attacked by adopted daughter at Chennai residence

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Bilkis Bano case: SC dismisses plea of convicts seeking time to surrender | Jan 19, 2024

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Decoding Tamil movie Captain Miller 2024 (EP 55)

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Kerala
Gaur attack: Tourist spots in Kozhikode's Kakkayam closed

On Saturday, a gaur that strayed into the tourism centre attacked Neethu Elias (32) and her daughter Ann Maria (4), of Edappally in Ernakulam, grievously injuring the mother.
Kerala
Human skull, bones found from house construction site in Tripunithura, cops start probe

The skull was found wrapped in a plastic sheet and bones outside of it by labourers.
Food
Nankhatai: A sweet, crumbly, melt-in-the-mouth cookie with evening tea

Traditionally, it is prepared during festival seasons but nankhatai lovers also whip it up at home as and when they crave it.

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Kerala chicken roast: A classic recipe for a satisfying Sunday lunch
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2023: Year of Women | Uniform Civil Code and Women | Onmanorama End of the Year Conversations

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NEWS

Pineapple carrot cake: A crowd-pleaser Christmas treat

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SC cancels Gopinathan Ravindran's re-appointment as Kannur University VC

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Chocolate tart: A sumptuous Christmas dessert

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Drumstick chicken: Sure to satisfy your festival food cravings

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Peanut salad, a healthy addition to your Christmas menu

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Entertainment
Nora Fatehi falls victim to deepfake video. 'This is not me,' she clarifies

The actor took to her Instagram stories and raised alarm as she clarified that the woman in the video isn’t her.
Travel
R-Day long weekend: Planning a Kerala trip? Here's a leisurely itinerary involving offbeat spots

The itinerary is centered around Kannur and you can add or take off spots at your convenience.
Kerala
ED turned prime accused into 'approver' in Karuvannur bank case: CM

Talking about the alleged irregularities and frauds in cooperative banks, Pinarayi Vijayan said such corrupt acts were isolated and committed by those who are "greedy".

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SPORTS

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Ranji Trophy: Kerala need 303 on the final day
Super Cup: Punjab FC, Gokulam Kerala play out draw
Harry Brook to miss Test series against India
Australian Open: Sabalenka, Djokovic in last eight; Fritz stuns Tsitsipas

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Malayali Desert Storm in Saudi | Kerala Sports Week

Kerala Sports Week from Onmanorama brings you the main events, players and teams that shaped Kerala sports in a week. In the end, we will pick a Kerala Sportsperson of the Week.
News
Rahul Gandhi to visit Sankardev's birthplace on Jan 22 despite Assam CM's objections

The AICC General Secretary Jairam Ramesh maintained that Rahul will visit the Than in Assam's Nagaon district as planned and urged that "no politics should be done over it".
Sports
Super Cup: Punjab FC, Gokulam Kerala play out draw

Both teams were already out of the semifinal race. Punjab finished third with two points, while Gokulam ended at the bottom with a lone point in the four-team group.

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Sports
Harry Brook to miss Test series against India

The ECB said it will announce a replacement for Brook in due course for the series, beginning at Hyderabad from Thursday.
Kerala
Woman, two children found dead in a Kozhikode well

It is suspected that she jumped into the well tying her children to her body.
Sports
Australian Open: Sabalenka, Djokovic in last eight; Fritz stuns Tsitsipas

The top remaining seed after Saturday's early exit for world No. 1 Iga Swiatek, Sabalenka's biggest enemy has often been her own emotions but she continued to keep them strictly under control to reach the last eight without dropping a set.

Kerala
Man strangles wife in Angamaly; Police launches search for accused

The accused Balan has absconded after the incident. The police have released the photo of the accused and sought the public's help in finding the suspect.
Entertainment
Jailer 2 on the cards? Here's some happy news for Rajinikanth, Mohanlal fans

As per reports, all the main actors, including Mohanlal and Shiva Rajkumar who was seen in the Nelson directorial will reunite for the movie.
News
Bombay HC quashes plea against Maha govt's decision to declare public holiday on Jan 22

The petition said the consecration of a temple is an essential religious practice associated with the Hindu religion and therefore cannot be in any manner a concern of the government.

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What to do if luggage is damaged during flight
R-Day long weekend: Planning a Kerala trip? Here's a leisurely itinerary involving offbeat spots
A dream within a dream: The University of Virginia's Edgar Allan Poe connection
Arabic centre to be set up in Ponnani to honour writer-historian Zainuddin Makhdoom II

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Holidays, freebies to mark Ayodhya Ram temple consecration

Public sector banks, insurance companies, financial institutions and Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) across the country will remain closed for half a day on Jan 22
News
Russian charter flight from India crashes in northeastern Afghan mountains: Reports

India's civil aviation authority said that the plane crash was not a scheduled commercial flight or an Indian chartered aircraft and that 'more details are awaited.'
Sports
Ravi Dahiya wins bronze on comeback

Dahiya won the 61kg freestyle bronze medal bout against Kairat Amirtayev of Kazakhstan.

LIFESTYLE

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Kochi all set for PEDICON-24; 7000 doctors across India will participate in the event
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Kerala
40 years on the lam: Chacko’s wife, son still grieving as Sukumara Kurup enjoys cult status

Chacko’s widow Santhamma and his son Jithin still believe that Kurup, who would be 80 years old now, is alive and they pray he is brought before the law.
Kerala
Kuzhalnadan evaded tax during registration, concealed excess land: Vigilance

According to the Vigilance, Kuzhalnadan had encroached on 50 cents of ‘puramboke’ (government) land and built a compound wall.
Kerala
Inspector showers abuses on civil police officer, beats him up in public in Wayanad

As the video of the incident goes viral, the Kerala Police Association demands action against the officer.

Entertainment
Rashmika Mandanna deepfake creator wanted to increase followers on Instagram: Police

Over two months ago, the accused had morphed British-Indian social media personality Zara Patel's face using artificial intelligence (AI) to resemble the actor.
Career & Campus
NEET MDS 2024 postponed, check new exam date here

Earlier, NBEMS also postponed the NEET PG 2024 exam.
Kerala
Bhagya's wedding ornaments a gift from her parents; please do not break our family emotionally: Suresh Gopi

Taking to Facebook, the actor and BJP leader said he was capable of fulfilling and taking care of his responsibilities as a father.

News
Ram temple consecration: AIIMS takes a U-turn, decides to keep OPDs open full day

Strong protest against its decision to close non-critical services till 2.30 on account of Ram Temple idol consecration.
Entertainment
Shakeela attacked by adopted daughter at Chennai residence

Sheethal is Shakeela's brother's daughter and was raised by the actor as her own child.
LifeStyle
Kochi all set for PEDICON-24; 7000 doctors across India will participate in the event

Another 3000 persons who are their family members and various medical companies’ representatives too will be arriving during the period.

Kerala
KSRTC driver suffers cardiac arrest while on duty, manages to halt bus, dies on way to hospital

Pareed, attached to the Central Depot, Thampanoor, was a native of Chembarackal near Aluva.
Career & Campus
JEE Main 2024 admit card for Jan 24 exam released; here is how to check

The hall tickets for the subsequent exams are expected soon
Food
What's the secret behind a feast-style avial?

The avial served at feasts often has a distinct taste compared to the versions prepared at home.

Entertainment
Who is Sana Javed, the Pakistani actor who tied the knot with cricketer Shoaib Malik?

The cricketer was earlier in the news for his alleged separation from Indian tennis sensation Sania Mirza.
Food
Kerala chicken roast: A classic recipe for a satisfying Sunday lunch

If it wins over your Sunday meal table, it might even become a weekday regular on your menu.
Career & Campus
CBSE CTET 2024 exam begins today

The Candidates must report at the examination centre 120 minutes before the commencement of the examination.

Kerala
Kozhikode girl to moderate discussion by Prime Minister

16-year-old Meghna N Nath, a student of Kendriya Vidyalaya, East Hill, Kozhikode, will leave for New Delhi today.
Kerala
Land Board recovers 5.75-acre excess plot owned by former CPM MLA George M Thomas

George M Thomas, who was a district secretariat member of the CPM, was suspended from the party for a year from July 2023 over allegations of illegal financial dealings with quarry owners.
Kerala
BJP offered to make me Union Minister; PM Modi may contest from Thrissur: Shreyams Kumar

Shreyams, rejecting the offer, said he will not join the BJP even if the entire country decides to do so.

Kerala
'E-Buses are profitable': KSRTC report disproves Transport Minister's claim

As per the report, e-buses have made a profit of Rs 2.88 crore between April and December 2023.
News
Religious spectacle to mark Ayodhya Ram temple consecration on Monday

The temple site was bitterly contested for decades with both Hindus and Muslims laying claim to it and was a flashpoint for violence after a Hindu mob in 1992 destroyed a 16th-century mosque which stood there.
Kerala
Mankulam residents claim bear sighting, Forest Dept says it's a harmless mongoose

Mankulam, which is surrounded by forests, is a hotspot of human-animal conflict.

News
Missile attacks across Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen raise Gaza escalation risks

Israel's intense bombardment of Gaza, which health authorities there say has killed nearly 25,000 Palestinians, quickly triggered border clashes between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (21-01-2024)

Some people will be rewarded handsomely, while others may face monetary failures.
Sports
Super Cup: Jithin MS scores against his former club Kerala Blasters as NEUFC win big

The Blasters lost 1-4 in their final group match of the Super Cup.

Sports
India Open: Satwik-Chirag enter final, Prannoy bows out in semis

Prannoy lost in straight games, 21-15, 21-5 in the semifinals.
Sports
U-19 World Cup: Saumy, Musheer shine as India outclass Bangladesh

India won by 84 runs after posting 251/7.
News
Ram Temple consecration: Law students move court challenging Maharashtra govt's public holiday declaration

The four petitioners have said declaring a public holiday for a religious event violates the principles of secularism.

Kerala
'Congress, betrayer of secularism': CPM targets INDIA partner at protest against Union govt

DYFI national president AA Rahim said Congress's endorsement of the Ram temple was empowering RSS to take up new communal projects.
Kerala
2 boys drown in Mavelikkara temple pond

The deceased, Thushar and Salman (both 15 years old), hail from Pathiyoor near Kayamkulam.
Kerala
DYFI holds human chain protest against alleged central govt neglect towards Kerala

AA Rahim, MP and all-India president of DYFI, initiated the human chain from Kasaragod, while senior CPM leader EP Jayarajan concluded it in front of Raj Bhavan, becoming the last link.

Kerala
Alappuzha woman dies post-surgery at govt hospital; family alleges medical negligence

The District Medical Officer has ordered a probe into the incident.
Kerala
Local BJP leader hacks wife to death, dies by suicide in Kayamkulam

According to police, P K Saji (48), of Chirakkadavu near KPAC Junction, murdered his wife Binu (42), who is a teacher by profession, at their house before committing suicide.
Kerala
Intoxicated youths enter violent clash in Vadakara street

Vadakara: A group of intoxicated young people clashed in the streets of Vadakara, Kozhikode, on Friday evening. The youths attacked each other while locals looked on. In the brawl, Hijas (25), a resident of Thazhe Angadi, got seriously injured on his hands and was subsequently taken to Medical

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Daily News Dose: Centre to fence Myanmar border to restrict free movement into India | Jan 20, 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
Rashmika Mandanna deepfake video: Delhi Police nabs Andhra Pradesh native

Over two months ago, a video purportedly featuring Rashmika Mandanna entering an elevator had gone viral.
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Kerala Budget & the KIIFB conundrum. Ft Thomas Isaac & S Adikesavan | News Brake Ep 97

Former Finance Minister Dr Thomas Isaac and expert commentator on banking and finance S Adikesavan join News Brake to discuss the future prospects Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB).

News
Centre will stop free movement of people at Myanmar border: Amit Shah

The Union Home Minister further said the Centre will protect the Myanmar border like that of Bangladesh.
Sports
Ranji Trophy: Mumbai gain upper hand after Kerala's stunning collapse

The visitors who eked out a seven-run first innings lead, ended the second day on 105/0.
News
Kerala to launch single-window system to expedite use of plantations for other purposes: Minister Rajeeve

Authorities are making the move to overcome practical hazards in getting official approval for non-plantation projects in the sector, said the minister.

Career & Campus
Canada minister says study permits to students from India drop due to dispute

"Our relationship with India has halved our ability to process a lot of applications from India," Miller said.
Sports
Tata Group bags five-year IPL sponsorship rights for Rs 2500 crore

Backed by celebrity franchise owners and featuring the best players in international cricket, IPL has become the world's richest T20 tournament with an estimated brand value of $8.4 billion.
Sports
Shoaib Malik marries Pakistan actor Sana Javed

Malik was previously married to Indian tennis star Sania Mirza, with whom he has a son.

Kerala
HC mandates valid records for issuing title deeds in Idukki

he order will not impede the progress of title deed proceedings aimed at granting land rights to specific categories, including the landless, Adivasis, and ex-service personnel.
Kerala
How PM’s sweet appreciation triggered a late-night scramble for tender coconut in Kochi

Tender coconut water was offered as the welcome drink when Modi arrived at the Ernakulam Guest House after the road show on January 16.
Sports
Australian Open: Balaji-Cornea lose; Bopanna & Babos pull out

The Indo-Romanian combo went down 3-6, 3-6 to their 10th-seeded opponents at the Rod Laver Arena.

LifeStyle
Unique elevation of this Kozhikode mansion continues to attract admirers

Designed in 5800 sq ft, this fabulous mansion has a car porch, formal and family living areas, dining space, kitchen with an adjacent work area, two bedrooms, courtyard and a water body on the ground floor.
Kerala
With Rs 357 cr, Sabarimala clocks record high income this season despite glitches

Of the total income received, the sale of Aravana alone accounted for Rs 146.99 crore.
Entertainment
Lijo Jose Pellissery-Mohanlal's 'Malaikottai Vaaliban' trailer hints at class struggle | Review

In the slices shared from Vaaliban's world, the dyes of valour, camaraderie, and love are dyed over in the dark shades of abused power, class struggle, deceit, sweat, and blood.

Kerala
Man, who went for fishing, drowns in Kozhikode

Rajeesh was running a CD shop in Mukkom.
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The Riafy story: Fairytale of a Kerala-based AI startup founded by six friends with zero biz background

The Riafy story is the first Indian developer to be featured at Google I/O consecutively for five years from 2015.
Sports
Australian Open: Alcaraz marches on; Kalinskaya ousts Stephens

While Shang fell short in his bid to become the first Chinese man to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam in the Open era, the country will have a women's singles player in the second week as 12th seed Zheng.

News
32 Indian fishermen imprisoned in Sri Lanka released

The Sri Lankan Navy had arrested 32 Indian fishermen and seized their trawlers for allegedly poaching in the island nation's waters in three separate incidents.
Career & Campus
BITSAT-2024: Online applications open for BE, BPharm, and MSc programmes

Applicants for BITSAT should have passed class 12 (plus two) with at least 75 per cent marks aggregate for physics, chemistry and maths in 2023 or 2024. The candidates also need a minimum of 60 per cent marks in each of these subjects.
Entertainment
Bhagya Suresh wedding reception: From Mammootty to Tovino. Celebrities who graced the occasion in Kochi

Mollywood superstar Mammootty attended the ceremony accompanied by his wife Sulfath Kutty.

Kerala
Weekend Reads: CPM draws flak for Karuvannur, Exalogic; Kerala observes Kumaran Asan death anniv

Here's a list of weekend reads from Onmanorama for the readers who were unable to catch them during the week.
Entertainment
Idukki native moves court seeking removal of fictitious scenes from Dileep-starrer 'Thankamani'

The movie, directed by Udal filmmaker Ratheesh Reghunandan, is based on an infamous incident that took place in Thankamani, a village in Idukki in 1986.
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KIIFB: Death of Left Alternative? Ft Dr Thomas Isaac & S Adikesavan

Former Finance Minister Dr Thomas Isaac and expert commentator on banking and finance S Adikesavan join Onmanorama Budget Conversations to discuss KIIFB and the possibilities of the project in light of the Centre's restrictions.

Kerala
15 accused found guilty in Ranjeet Sreenivas murder case

Ranjeet, a lawyer, was hacked to death at his house at Vellakinar in Alappuzha in front of his mother, wife, and young daughter on December 19, 2021.
LifeStyle
Dab coffee for skin glow: Use it this way for myriad benefits

As a glow-inducing agent, coffee has already turned into a skincare buddy with several cosmetic advantages.
Kerala
Kannur-Alappuzha Executive Express train derails, no casualties

Railway officials are currently conducting an inquiry to determine the cause of the derailment.

Entertainment
'Udal' director on why the film's OTT release got delayed and remake plans

Ratheesh Ranghanathan made an impressive debut with 'Udal', which released in theatres in May, 2023.
Kerala
Notorious gang leader Kodali Sreedharan, son arrested

Sreedharan is notorious for ambushing transporters of hawala money on highways and robbing them of the cash.
Travel
A dream within a dream: The University of Virginia's Edgar Allan Poe connection

The Poe Room was adorned with portraits and memorabilia that immediately transported me to the early 19th century when Poe had walked these very grounds as a student.

News
Centre issues notice to Amazon for selling sweets as 'Ayodhya Ram temple Prasad'

Action has been taken against Amazon for engaging in deceptive trade practices.
Videos
Driving skills 101: The unspoken rules of Indian roads | Video

A satire video exploring the driving practices, rules, and unwritten norms on Indian roads, showcasing how Indian drivers skillfully navigate the chaotic terrain and survive the unique challenges of the roads.
Kerala
Republic Day parade: Kerala's tableau rejected for fourth time in six years

Kerala had won the best float prize in 2014, but its tableaux were rejected in 2019, 2020 and 2022.

Kerala
Registrar of Companies terms Exalogic-CMRL deal ‘fraudulent’

The RoC also called for a detailed investigation against CMRL after considering its involvement in a wide range of industrial activities.
Entertainment
Prabhas, Prithviraj-starrer 'Salaar' is now streaming on this OTT platform in four languages

The film marked Prabhas's grand return to the silver screen, after several back-to-back flops.
Career & Campus
Provide digital study material in regional languages: Govt to educational institutions

The government has directed all school and higher education regulators like UGC, AICTE, NCERT, NIOS, IGNOU and heads of INIs like IITs, CUs and NITs to make study material in Indian languages available for all courses in the next three years.

Kerala
Investor with Rs 70 lakh in scam-tainted Karuvannur bank seeks nod for mercy killing

Joshi had to undergo 21 surgeries, including the removal of two tumours but did not have sufficient funds for treatment as his money was ‘locked’ in the Karuvannur bank.
Kerala
Police launch probe into 'fake selfie video' featuring 2 young women at Sabarimala

During the investigation, it was found that the 'edited fake video' appeared on the Instagram profile page of a young man named Rajesh after 5 pm on Thursday.
Kerala
Ready to face probe, will defend 'political witch hunt': Kuzhalnadan

In September 2023, a complaint was filed against Kuzhalnadan alleging irregularities in the sale and registration of his 1.14 acres of land and a resort in Chinnakanal village.

Kerala
KSRTC's ‘Smart Saturday’ drive aimed at organising workspace to begin today

According to the initiative, staff must remove every redundant item from the offices, including documents.
Kerala
Suicide of Malappuram woman: Father-in-law arrested

Madari Aboobacker, father-in-law of Tahdila was arrested for alleged abetment to suicide, said police.
Entertainment
'Vivekanandan Viralaanu': Kamal's Shine Tom Chacko-starrer is intriguing, bold, yet misses the mark | Review

Bondage sex and fetish also form a part of the narrative, which is a bold attempt in Mollywood. What ails the film, is its treatment.

News
Israel would receive 'real slap', warns Hezbollah amid continued 'aggression'

Since the surprise October 7 attack by Hamas on southern Israel, there have been near daily exchanges of cross-border fire between the Israeli army and Hezbollah, an ally of the Palestinian militants.
Food
A chocolatey French toast for a Saturday morning breakfast

Its eggy, milky yet chocolatey slices, delicious toppings, and accompanying tea or coffee make it a classy morning treat.
Travel
Arabic centre to be set up in Ponnani to honour writer-historian Zainuddin Makhdoom II

The announcement was made by Kerala higher education minister R Bindu, recently.

Kerala
In 2 years, five principals transferred from Maharaja's College, Dr V S Joy latest to go

The transfer of Joy to a Pattambi college comes at a time Maharaja's has been shut after clashes between students.
Entertainment
Five films on love and human relationships you should revisit this weekend

We have featured some feel-good, contemplative movies that are perfect for a weekend watch.

KIIFB: Death of Left Alternative? Ft Dr Thomas Isaac & S Adikesavan

Weekend Specials

Malayali Desert Storm in Saudi | Kerala Sports Week

'Vivekanandan Viralaanu': Kamal's Shine Tom Chacko-starrer is intriguing, bold, yet misses the mark | Review

Qalb: A touching narrative that explores love in seven stages | Movie review

'Captain Miller': This Dhanush movie speaks loud and clear | Review