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LifeStyle
Science writer Prof S Sivadas, illustrator Deepa Balsavar win Tata Trust's award

The Big Little Book Award is a first-of-its-kind award by the Parag initiative of Tata Trusts was instituted with an intent to celebrate and recognize notable works in children’s literature.
Kerala
Wakf row: Kunhalikutty warns LDF govt to not touch minority rights and 'get hands burned'

Addressing a gathering on the Kozhikode Board, the IUML leader said they will oppose attempts to 'encroach on Wakf properties' in Kerala.
Travel
Omicron threat: Suspension of international flight services extended until Jan 31

The decision has been taken in view of the threat posed by Omicron, a highly contagious variant of coronavirus.
News
IAF chopper crash: Mortal remains to reach Delhi soon

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has put into motion a tri-services inquiry into the helicopter crash. Initial reports indicate that poor visibility might be a reason for the crash.

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Kerala
4,169 new COVID cases in Kerala after 66K tests on Thursday

With this, the number of active COVID cases in the state fell to 40,546.
News
Flight data recorder of Rawat's chopper recovered

A 25-member special team of the Air Force led by Wing Commander R. Bhardwaj recovered the black box.
LifeStyle
'Covid rolling back progress made for kids in last 75 years'

The COVID-19 pandemic has been the biggest threat to progress for children in our 75-year history, Unicef Executive Director, Henrietta Fore, said in a statement.
Kerala
Pay revision implemented in KSRTC, basic pay hiked from Rs 8,320 to Rs 23,000

Transport Minister Antony Raju said that employees must sign the revised agreement before December 31, 2021.

National Scrutiny

Column | No limit to transborder ambitions of regional parties despite harsh lessons of history

Sachidananda Murthy

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Entertainment

Marakkar: Arabikadalinte Simham theatre response: Mohanlal – Priyadarshan film creates history

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Kerala News

What does NFHS-5 say about domestic violence against married women in Kerala?

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Kerala News

Flooded forever? Kuttanad colonies remain submerged for months

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Kerala News

Opening AC Canal could save us: Flood-affected Kuttanad residents

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Travel

Wonder Caves: Ideal Spot for Hikers and Cave Explorers

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Sports
IFA Shield: Gokulam Kerala through to semifinals

Goalkeeper Rakshit Dagar, who pulled off a number of saves for the Malabarians during regulation time, was their hero in the shootout.
Entertainment
Daksinamoorthy: The legend who lived for music

On his birth anniversary, Dakshinamoorthy’s daughter and noted Classical singer Gomathisree reminisces her father’s memories.
Sports
Hazare Trophy: Venkatesh Iyer dazzles as MP down Kerala

Maharashtra are sitting pretty with two wins from as many matches, while MP and Kerala have won one and lost one game so far.
Kerala
A case of Cholera detected in Kozhikode

The infected is a 37-year-old man, who is undergoing treatment at a private hospital.

Movie Review

December 04, 2021

Money Heist: Season-5 Part-2 Review | The grand finale proves why the series is among the best of Netflix

December 03, 2021

Kunchacko Boban's Bheemante Vazhi cuts a predictable path into an everyday issue

SPORTS

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IFA Shield: Gokulam Kerala through to semifinals
Hazare Trophy: Venkatesh Iyer dazzles as MP down Kerala
Mauresmo named French Open director
Pele will return home from hospital before Christmas, says daughter

Sports
Mauresmo named French Open director

The former world No. 1 becomed the first woman to lead the Roland Garros tournament.
LifeStyle
Study shows natural infection & vax best to tackle Covid variants

The findings raise the possibility that vaccine boosters may be equally effective in improving antibodies' ability to target multiple variants of the virus.
Entertainment
'Overdose of foul language': High Court decries profusion of cuss words in 'Churuli'

'Churuli' was recently released on the OTT platform SonyLiv and was widely panned for the excessive use of abusive and obscene language.
LifeStyle
US approves AstraZeneca's Covid antibody cocktail for immunocompromised

The therapy is also an option for the rare people who have histories of severe adverse reactions to a Covid vaccine or its components.

Vantage Point

Column | Ashwin's act & the spirit of the game

Dr KN Raghavan

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Guests savour 'Mawa Kachori', 'Gond Pak' at Katrina-Vicky wedding
Ulli sambar
Mango ginger pickle
Ragi kozhukatta

LifeStyle
Sasilekha Nair crowned Mrs. Grand Universe 2021

An entrepreneur and a mother of two, Dr Sasilekha Nair is the CEO of an IT firm in Thiruvananthapuram.
News
'I saw the helicopter crash into a tree': A chilling account of a Coonoor villager

Krishnaswamy of Nanjappasathram village, was the sole eyewitness of the helicopter crash in Coonoor, near Ooty, that claimed the lives of the Chief of the Defence Staff General Bipin Rawat, his wife and 11 Defence personnel.
News
Crash survivor Gp Capt Varun Singh survives a night, shifted to Bengaluru

The team of doctors that is treating Singh are not saying anything and the next 48 hours will be critical.
News
As demand crashes, Indian vaccine makers bank on boosters

Nearly 90 per cent of the 1.3 billion total doses administered in India have been the Covishield vaccine.

ENTERTAINMENT

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Daksinamoorthy: The legend who lived for music
'Overdose of foul language': High Court decries profusion of cuss words in 'Churuli'
Rahman to make Bollywood debut with Tiger Shroff-starrer Ganpath
RRR trailer: Ram Charan, Jr NTR in Rajamouli’s larger-than-life film

News
Farmers end 15-month-long protest, to vacate Delhi by Saturday

The decision to end the 15-month-long protest was made after a consensus was reached over a revised draft proposal of the Centre on their pending demands.
Sports
Pele will return home from hospital before Christmas, says daughter

Pele has suffered from a series of health issues in recent years.
News
Jacqueline Fernandez reaches ED office, will be quizzed again

Bollywood actress Jacqueline Fernandez has reached ED office to record her statement in a PMLA case for the third time.
Sports
KWL: Rima Kallingal, Malavika Jayaram to feature in celebrity match

Six teams are in the fray and a total of 30 matches will be played in a double-leg format in the KWL.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Omicron threat: Suspension of international flight services extended until Jan 31
KSRTC's new 'colour' city services in TVPM turn attractive with a fixed fare of Rs 10
A journey to Churuli village through the forests of Wayanad
Maldives magic with Ileana D'Cruz

Sports
Ashes: Head puts Australia in control

Head's unbeaten 112 from 96 balls pushed Australia to a commanding 196-run lead over England's paltry first innings total of 147 with three wickets in hand.
Entertainment
Rahman to make Bollywood debut with Tiger Shroff-starrer Ganpath

Actor Rahaman is all set to make his Bollywood debut. He will be seen in the movie Ganpath, which stars Tiger Shroff and Kriti Sanon in the lead roles.
Entertainment
RRR trailer: Ram Charan, Jr NTR in Rajamouli’s larger-than-life film

RRR tells the fictional story inspired by Telugu freedom fighters Alluri Sitarama Raju and Komaram Bheem.
News
Chopper carrying Rawat, others entered heavy mist seconds before crash | Video

CDS Rawat, his wife and 11 defence personnel onboard died in the accident.

LIFESTYLE

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Science writer Prof S Sivadas, illustrator Deepa Balsavar win Tata Trust's award
'Covid rolling back progress made for kids in last 75 years'
Study shows natural infection & vax best to tackle Covid variants
US approves AstraZeneca's Covid antibody cocktail for immunocompromised

Videos
Final moments of CDS Gen Bipin Rawat's chopper

The video of a helicopter flying near the Nilgiris in Tamil Nadu and vanishing into the mist has emerged after India's top general, Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat, was killed along with 12 others in a crash on Wednesday.
Career & Campus
CBSE board exam: registration begins on Dec 15 for class 9, 11 students

Those who complete the registration process now would be allowed to attend the class 10 and 12 board exams that would be held in the academic year 2022–23.
News
7 accidents, 49 deaths | All you need to know about IAF's Mi17V5 involved in Coonoor crash

Manufactured by Russian Helicopters' subsidiary Kazan, the helicopter has an onboard weather radar and is equipped with the latest generation of night vision devices.
Travel
KSRTC's new 'colour' city services in TVPM turn attractive with a fixed fare of Rs 10

According to KSRTC authorities, this fare would be in force till January 15, 2022.

BUSINESS

Latest Indian business news.

Now, only 9 SIM cards allowed per subscriber
Israel eyes 400 self-driving electric taxis, possibly on road by early 2022
5G rollout should be India's national priority: Mukesh Ambani at India Mobile Congress
RBI maintains repo rate at 4% for ninth time in a row

News
Now, only 9 SIM cards allowed per subscriber

The subscribers will be given the option to choose the connection they want to retain and deactivate the rest of the connections.
News
Cummins' post on Covid donation most 'Retweeted Tweet' in India

The 'Most Liked Tweet' was Virat Kohli's post announcing the birth of his daughter Vamika.
Kerala
Kerala owes Gen Bipin Rawat for prompt despatch of Army personnel for rescue ops during 2018 floods

Prompt rescue operations proved critical in saving many lives as most parts of Kerala were marooned in the catastrophic floods of mid-2018.
Entertainment
Kunchacko Boban paired opposite Rajisha Vijayan in Ajai Vasudev's next

Touted to be a mystery thriller, the film will also see Thinkalazhcha Nishchayam actor Manoj KU, Seetha, and Jai Bhim-fame Tamizh too.

Kerala
Kerala moves Supreme Court against TN opening Mullaperiyar dam shutters at night

Kerala sought the court's instruction to assign a joint committee comprising the representatives of both the states to decide on the time and quantity of water that has to be released.
News
India records 9,419 fresh COVID infections, active cases increase to 94,742

The daily rise in new coronavirus infections has been recorded below 10,000 for 13 straight days and less than 50,000 for 165 consecutive days now.
Sports
Ashes: Equipment malfunction sparks Stokes no-ball controversy

Broadcasters later reported that the equipment used by the third umpire to check the front foot had broken down and the officials had reverted to the protocols used before the technology existed.
Entertainment
'KatVic' Wedding: Kangana praises 'successful' actresses marrying younger actors

Known for speaking her mind, actress Kangana Ranaut on Wednesday took to her social media to praise "rich and successful" leading Bollywood actresses for "breaking stereotypes" by marrying younger men.

Entertainment
Vignesh Shivan pleased as punch as 'Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal' shoot resumes

Director Vignesh Shivan, who has a series of reasons to smile, has said the final schedule of his much awaited romantic entertainer 'Kaathuvaakula Rendu Kaadhal', starring Vijay Sethupathi, Nayanthara and Samantha Ruth Prabhu, had resumed in Mysore.
Sports
Barcelona crash out of Champions League

Benfica qualified as group runners-up with a win over bottom club Dynamo Kyiv.
Kerala
Pradeep's father on ventilator unaware of son's death in Coonoor chopper crash

Pradeep had celebrated his son's birthday at his home in Puthur with the family members a few days ago.
Kerala
Private bus stir from Dec 21 as Govt yet to fulfill demands of operators

According to the United forum of the bus owners, they would go on strike since the Kerala Government did not keep the promise that all their demands would be met within a month.

Sports
Sam Kerr knocks down pitch invader | Video

Kerr showed skills more in keeping with the Australian Rules code she played as a child when she barged into the fan who had run onto the Kingsmeadow pitch late in Wednesday's game, leaving him in a heap on the ground.
Food
Guests savour 'Mawa Kachori', 'Gond Pak' at Katrina-Vicky wedding

Janta Jodhpur Sweet Home, a shop located in Sawai Madhopur, sent 10 varieties of sweets to the Six Senses hotel where the star couple will tie the knot on Thursday.
News
Timeline | Chopper crash and CDS Bipin Rawat's demise

A timeline of what happened to the IAF helicopter carrying Chief of Defence Staff Bipin Rawat and others that crashed near Coonoor in Tamil Nadu
LifeStyle
Amazing low-cost Kurichi house wins hearts with its unique design

Designed in 1200 sqft, this charming house has a sit-out, living and dining areas, prayer space, kitchen with a work area, three bedrooms, upper living area and a balcony.

LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (09-12-2021)

When is a good time to seek your goals? Is it time to lie low? Check out here.
News
Israel eyes 400 self-driving electric taxis, possibly on road by early 2022

About 40 such self-driving vehicles, with cameras and sensors, were already on Israeli roads, and companies were undergoing examination and approval procedures.
Travel
A journey to Churuli village through the forests of Wayanad

Churuli is in the first ward of Thondarnad panchayath in Wayanad.
Food
Ulli sambar

Check out the pretty simple recipe of shallots sambar.

LifeStyle
Note these 10 must-haves to revamp your space

As yet another year draws to a close it's time to remodel your wonderful home and bring out the positive vibes.
Kerala
Thrissur-native Pradeep died alongside General Rawat in chopper crash

The Malayali JWO had joined the Indian Air Force in 2004.
Sports
ISL: Ogbeche scores winner as Hyderabad edge Bengaluru

Hyderabad FC recorded their first win against Bengaluru FC.
News
Who was India's first CDS General Bipin Rawat?

After a four-decade service in the India Army, General Rawat had been appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff in December 2019.

News
Gen Bipin Rawat survived a helicopter crash in 2015

Gen Rawat, then a lieutenant general, two pilots and a Colonel survived the crash, which happened due to engine failure.
News
Military chopper crash: CDS General Bipin Rawat, wife and 11 others confirmed dead

Gen Bipin Rawat was on a visit to Defence Services Staff College, Wellington (Nilgiri Hills).
Sports
Analysis | Rohit Sharma as white-ball captain an expected move

Rohit has been impressive with his tactics and calm demeanour, but full-time captaincy will be a different challenge altogether.
News
Gloom descends on Defence Services Staff College after CDS chopper crash

The chopper, with a total of 14 persons on board, took off from the Sulur air base near Coimbatore and was on its way to Coonoor.

Sports
Rohit Sharma named India's ODI & T20I captain going forward

Ajinkya Rahane was removed from Test vice-captaincy, a position which was also given to Rohit.
Food
Mango ginger pickle

Mango ginger looks like ginger but tastes like raw mango.
Kerala
COVID-19: 5,038 cases in Kerala on Wednesday, death toll crosses 42K

There are 21 wards in 19 local bodies across Kerala where the Weekly Infection Population Ratio is above 10 per cent.
News
CDS chopper crash: Some unanswered questions

An official said, technical snag or weather could have been the factor due to which crash happened.

News
Why General Rawat's appointment as Army Chief in 2016 stirred a hornet's nest in military circles

The author Nitin Gokhale described the elevation as 'a bold move', contrary to claims at the time that the correct procedures had been followed.
News
Chopper accident: Lone survivor Gp Captain Varun Singh had survived another crash a year ago

For his courageous act at the face of extreme danger, he had been decorated with the Shaurya Chakra.
News
Air crashes claimed many VIPs including Sanjay Gandhi, Madhavrao Scindia & YSR

One of the first instances was freedom fighter Subhas Chandra Bose in 1945 in Taiwan, although there has been some controversy over his death.
LifeStyle
What is K-Beauty, how it's steadily making inroads into Indian market

Since natural ingredients are also a critical part of the Indian beauty regime, Indians are quite keen to experiment with Korean beauty products.

LifeStyle
Raghavendra Rathore becomes first designer to use NFTs for a cause

Rathore turns his own art into Non-fungible Token (NFT) using exclusive blockchain technology, resulting in art that is genuinely priceless and everlasting.
LifeStyle
Designer Amit Aggarwal launches first flagship store in Mumbai

It's been a dream of Aggarwal to open a store in the fashion capital of India, and so he announced the opening of his flagship store in Mumbai at BEST Marg, Colaba.
Entertainment
From Aaha to Bheemante Vazhi to Hridayam: Megha Thomas, the Delhi Malayali is winning hearts in Mollywood

In a candid chat, Megha opens about her passion for acting and her future projects.
Kerala
LDF gains in local body bypolls, secures 16 seats; BJP wrests one

The candidates of the opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) won from 13 wards, while the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) got one ward.

LifeStyle
Net-zero emissions: Momentum for global climate action continues to build

One of the Global Climate Action Portal's data partners that runs the global disclosure system experienced a 35 per cent growth in environmental disclosures between 2020 and 2021.
Kerala
Setback for IUML as Samastha not to participate in anti-govt protest in Kerala

The Samastha had earlier distanced itself from the Muslim League's move to use Friday gatherings in mosques for launching campaigns against the LDF government over the Waqf appointments.
Kerala
Water level rises in Periyar after Mullaperiyar Dam opening, low-lying areas hit

About 7,141 cusecs of water is currently being drained off the dam located in Idukki district of Kerala.
Sports
Vijay Hazare Trophy: Sachin scores unbeaten 59 as Kerala beat Chandigarh by 6 wickets

Sijomon Joseph and Basil Thampi had claimed five wickets between them as Kerala had restricted Chandigarh to 184/8 earlier.

Travel
Maldives magic with Ileana D'Cruz

There are spectacular beaches, resorts that cater to every kind of budget, and several types of water sports.
News
India successfully test-fires air version of BrahMos supersonic cruise missile off Odisha coast

Describing the mission as a 'major milestone' in the development of BrahMos, the sources said that the air version of the missile was test-fired from supersonic fighter aircraft Sukhoi 30 MK-I at 10.30 am.
Kerala
Residents in the vicinity of Mullaperiyar Dam live in perpetual fear

Sleepless nights have become the norm in several homes close to the dam ever since incessant rains in the dam's catchment area started delivering copious amounts of water into the reservoir.
Entertainment
Muddy gave me more space to work: Music director Ravi Basur on Mollywood debut

Muddy is a film which should be experienced in theaters and Western mastering is adopted here, stated Ravi Basur, who is also the sound designer of the film.

Kerala
Life imprisonment of man who killed uncle to protect mother from assault commuted

The trial court had in April 2016 sentenced him to life imprisonment for the offence of murder under section 302 of the IPC and imposed a fine of Rs 50,000 on him.
Entertainment
John Abraham launches first look of his debut Malayalam production ‘Mike’, introduces Ranjith Sajeev with Anaswara Rajan

The movie is a coming-of-age story penned by Ashiq Akbar Ali.
Sports
Pat Cummins shines, England crumble on rain-hit Ashes opening day

Australia's first fast-bowling skipper in 65 years, Cummins shone on a golden day for the home side which began with Mitchell Starc removing Rory Burns on the very first ball and ended early with a storm and bad light.
Kerala
Gang-rape under pretext of photo-shoot: First accused nabbed by police

A fashion model hailing from Malappuram, has alleged that she was given drinks laced with drugs, and gang-raped by three men at a lodge in Kochi.

Career & Campus
Tough questions in CBSE Class-12 Term- 1 exams baffle students, pique parents

The matter was even raised in the Parliament with demands for liberal valuation of the answer papers
News
Serum Institute to halve output of Covishield vaccine as demand sinks

SII has written to the government to seek clarity on its requirement, if any, for normal two doses for eligible people in the country and also on booster doses.
News
CPP meet: Sonia Gandhi slams govt on farmers' issue, condemns suspension of Rajya Sabha MPs

Addressing party MPs at the meeting of the Congress Parliamentary Party (CPP), Gandhi also expressed deep anguish over the killing of 14 civilians in Nagaland, and said justice for families should be ensured at the earliest.
News
Money laundering case: Actor Jacqueline Fernandez appears before ED in Delhi

She has been grilled by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) earlier at least twice in this case during which she was also confronted with Chandrshekhar.

News
5G rollout should be India's national priority: Mukesh Ambani at India Mobile Congress

Speaking at the India Mobile Congress, he said India must complete the migration from 2G to 4G and 5G at the earliest.
Entertainment
Ed Sheeran 'nearly killed' Sir Elton John

Grammy winning-singer Ed Sheeran "almost killed" legendary English singer-songwriter Elton John while shooting their festive music video after he kicked a "big metal bell" and it came close to hitting his friend on the head.
News
India records 8,439 new COVID-19 cases, 195 fatalities

The weekly positivity rate was recorded at 0.76 per cent. This has been below one per cent for the last 24 days, according to the health ministry.
Entertainment
Preity Zinta is loving 'burp cloths, diapers and babies'

Bollywood actress Preity Zinta Good enough is enjoying being a mother to her newborns Gia and Jai. She even shared a picture holding one of her twins.

News
Major outage at Amazon disrupts businesses across the US

The incident at Amazon Web Services mostly affected the eastern US, but still impacted everything from airline reservations and auto dealerships to payment apps and video streaming services to Amazon's own massive e-commerce operation.
News
Farmers' stir: SKM committee likely to meet Shah, Tomar

The likely discussions with the two ministers will take place hours before the scheduled meeting at 2 pm of the SKM, which is spearheading the movement against three farm laws.
News
RBI maintains repo rate at 4% for ninth time in a row

The reverse repo rate, or the key borrowing rate, was also maintained at 3.35%.
News
Know Anil Menon, NASA's pick for future space mission

Born to Malayali father and Ukrainian mother in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dr Menon holds about 10 degrees, certifications and licences in varied disciplines, including Medicine and Mechanical Engineering, says his LinkedIn profile.

Entertainment
Katrina Kaif, Vicky Kaushal Wedding: Rituals commence at decked-up Fort Barwara

So far, over 50 guests have reached the lavish hotel, which is all decked up for the star-studded wedding.
News
End of an era: Germany's Merkel bows out after 16 years

Merkel was credited with raising Germany's profile and influence, working to hold a fractious European Union together, managing a string of crises and being a role model for women.
Kerala
Liver patient assaulted by KSRTC conductor on bus dies weeks later

The deceased S Ani belonged to Sreevilasam House at Poovanathummoodu, Bharathipuram, near Punalur, in Thiruvananthapuram district.
Kerala
'No.18 Hotel' had stash of drugs worth Rs 5 crore the very night two models were killed

Such a large quantity of drugs was stored in the hotel in order to use it in the night parties to be held on the sidelines of the incoming New Year celebrations.

Kerala
Files on 12 corruption cases go 'missing', Vigilance court employees under scanner

The files reportedly went missing from a Class IV court employee who had taken them in a bus. Though the employee, Murugan, has not been arrested, a department-level inquiry has been initiated against him.

Final moments of CDS Gen Bipin Rawat's chopper

Money Heist: Season-5 Part-2 Review | The grand finale proves why the series is among the best of Netflix

Kunchacko Boban's Bheemante Vazhi cuts a predictable path into an everyday issue