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Kerala
Pathanamthitta Collector Divya S Iyer says she was molested at 6 by two men

The popular bureaucrat made the revelation at a workshop on protecting children organised by the Child Welfare Department.
Kerala
After 87 years, Vyloppilli's evergreen poem, 'Mambazham', gets a memorial at its birthplace

The school, where Vyloppilli wrote the timeless poem when he was a teacher there, has immortalised 'Mambazham' and its creator.
Entertainment
Higuita play review: Theatre version of NS Madhavan’s masterpiece remains stuck in text

The play, based on the much acclaimed short story of the same title by N S Madhavan, was performed at Cabral Yard in the presence of the eminent writer on the occasion of the World Theatre Day (March 27).

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Higuita play review: Theatre version of NS Madhavan’s masterpiece remains stuck in text
Over 8.5 lakh people visit Kochi Biennale; now free entry on Mondays
Jawanum Mullapoovum trailer promises fun-filled family drama
Allu Arjun completes 20 years in film industry, pens thank you note

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Career & Campus
Keralite PhD students bag PM's Research Fellowship

The Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) Scheme aims at improving the quality of research in higher educational institutions.
Sports
Tri-Nation tournament: India beat Kyrgyz Republic, emerge champions

Sunil Chhetri scored in the 2-0 victory in front of a capacity crowd at Imphal.
Career & Campus
Ban usage of children's images on school advertisements: Child Rights Commission

The commission directed the public education department's chief secretary, director, and examination secretary to issue guidelines to schools forbidding such boards and advertisements.

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Tharoor Line | Mounting military losses point to Russia's costly Ukraine misadventure

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FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Malappuram's Samosapadi: Here's how Varikodan Kunjammu made it biggest producer of the snack
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News
For second time this month, PM Modi says BJP growing in Kerala

Modi's statement comes at a time a senior archbishop of the Catholic Church has faced a barrage of criticism for offering support to the BJP.
Career & Campus
OBC reservation in all-India quota seats of state agri varsities under examination: Union Min

Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar said this while replying to a query whether the government has received legal opinion from legal affairs on implementation of OBC reservation in All India Quota Seats of State Agricultural Universities.
Career & Campus
Edu ministry shortlists 9,000 schools for Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India scheme

PM SHRI school is a new centrally sponsored scheme that aims at developing more than 14,500 schools across the country by strengthening select existing schools being managed by all forms of governments.

Movie Review

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Purusha Pretham: An experimental crime drama with strong performances

March 17, 2023

Shazam! Fury of the Gods: A decent comeback for the DC Cinematic Universe

March 13, 2023

'Thuramukham' Review: A powerful ode to struggle against chaapa system in Mattancherry

March 03, 2023

'Pakalum Pathiravum' Review | Rajisha Vijayan's performance drives this suspense thriller

February 24, 2023

Bhavana, Sharafudheen's 'Ntikkakkakkoru Premandaarnnu' explores love boldly

SPORTS

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Tri-Nation tournament: India beat Kyrgyz Republic, emerge champions
Borre's spectacular strike hands Colombia win over Japan | Video
Madrid hotel worker arrested for alleged hate crime against Morocco players
I thought he was quite cocky: ABD recalls first meeting with Kohli

News
HP’s high-end gaming laptop Omen 17 hits Kerala market

The 17.3 Inch diagonal, Quad HD resolution display of the laptop has given 240 Hz refresh rate and 3 microsecond response time.
News
Rahul Gandhi disqualification: Protesting Congress workers detained in Delhi

The protesters had began a march from the Red Fort on Tuesday evening.
Career & Campus
13 questions in Class-12 English exam lifted as such from VHSE question bank!

The questions which were replicated from the VHSE question bank were 1-8 and 17, 21, 23, 24 and 28. These questions carried total marks of 38.

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Column | What ails Indian batsmen in tackling spinners?

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Kerala
Kavaratti district judge molests lawyer in chamber, transferred to Pala

According to the complainant, the judge promised to take a favourable stand in cases if she didn't disclose the incident to the High Court registrar.
News
Students who fled Ukraine will get one-time chance to clear MBBS in India: Centre

The exams will be based on NMC syllabus, the central government said in an affidavit filed before the Supreme Court.
Entertainment
Over 8.5 lakh people visit Kochi Biennale; now free entry on Mondays

The previous edition, which was held before the pandemic struck the world, had only six lakh visitors.

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Daily News Dose: Centre extends deadline for PAN-Aadhaar linkage till June 30 | March 28, 2023

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Entertainment
Jawanum Mullapoovum trailer promises fun-filled family drama

The film is directed by debutant Raghu Menon.
Sports
Borre's spectacular strike hands Colombia win over Japan | Video

The Colombians took charge after the interval and Borre struck in the 61st minute, netting from 12 yards out after Daniel Schmidt had blocked Jhon Arias' attempt at goal and the ball had looped up invitingly into the air.

TRAVEL

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Experience the fervor of Ramadan nights at famed centers in Sharjah
New seven-km waterway ready for G-20 officers’ meet in Kumarakom
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Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple: Bollywood celebs, common man frequent the mandir to make their wishes come true

News
39 dead, 29 injured in tragic blaze at Mexico immigration centre

Neither Mexico's National Immigration Institute nor the Chihuahua state prosecutor's office has responded to confirmation requests.
Kerala
Youth Congress leader files complaint against Kerala BJP chief for slander of CPM women

Veena, in her complaint submitted to the CM and the Women's Commission, pointed out that Surendran's remarks were extremely insulting and reflected his vile attitude towards women.
Entertainment
Allu Arjun completes 20 years in film industry, pens thank you note

Arjun, who is one of the highest paid actors in India, made his debut with Gangotri in 2003.

LIFESTYLE

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Sports
Madrid hotel worker arrested for alleged hate crime against Morocco players

The employee, a waiter at the Spanish capital's five-star Eurostars Hotel Tower, asked players to take photographs with him. He then uploaded the images to Instagram with xenophobic insults and tagged the Moroccan team's account.
Entertainment
All in one frame: Old pic of Innocent, Nedumudi Venu, Bharat Gopy goes viral

Nedumudi Venu and Innocent completed five decades in the industry before passing away.
Sports
I thought he was quite cocky: ABD recalls first meeting with Kohli

The South African great joined RCB in 2011 and established a rapport with Kohli.

Entertainment
Actor, playwright Vikraman Nair passes away

Apart from acting in stage plays, he has also appeared in a few films, including 'Marakkar: Arabikkadalinte Simham' and 'Virus'.
LifeStyle
These books by Indian authors inspired Bollywood movies

The movie '3 idiots' starring Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, R. Madhavan, and Kareena Kapoor Khan is based on Chetan Bhagat's debut novel 'Five Point Someone'. The movie demonstrates to us that a certificate is just a bit of paper.
Kerala
Bus carrying Sabarimala pilgrims overturns; 64 injured, driver critical

As per reports, the driver lost control of the bus while negotiating a turn, causing the vehicle to overturn.

Sports
Chepauk goes crazy as Dhoni gears up for IPL 2023 | Video

This IPL is expected to be Dhoni's swansong.
News
Mahatma Gandhi statue vandalised in Canada for second time in a week

In the latest incident, the statue had been placed at Peace Square at Simon Fraser Univerity's Burnaby campus.
Entertainment
I would move away from the crowd just to hear him speak: Manju Warrier remembers Innocent

Manju revealed that Innocent had called her when she was in Dubai last month.

News
Centre extends deadline for linking PAN with Aadhaar till June 30

The earlier deadline was March 31, 2023.
Food
Malappuram's Samosapadi: Here's how Varikodan Kunjammu made it biggest producer of the snack

More than ninety vehicles, carrying samosas and other food items, travel to different locations from Samosapadi, every day.
LifeStyle
Steps to create inclusive workplaces for LGBTQIA in India

Things as little as changing the word "spouse" to "partner" in official forms and benefits policies, to as huge as having separate "powder rooms" for non-binary employees can go a long way.

Sports
Andreescu suffers ankle injury, leaves court in wheelchair | Video

Ekaterina Alexandrova advanced to the last eight.
Travel
Experience the fervor of Ramadan nights at famed centers in Sharjah

As part of the festivities, families and travellers can indulge in various fun activities and have sumptuous iftar dinner in Sharjah.
LifeStyle
Do you have a ringing sound in your ear? Here is everything on the condition, Tinnitus

Any abnormalities in the auditory system such as the ear, auditory nerves, and the parts of the brain processing sound waves can cause tinnitus.

Kerala
Worker killed as high-mast light collapses at Thiruvananthapuram airport

The deceased has been identified as Anilkumar, a native of Pettah.
News
Politically frustrated Rahul Gandhi spewing venom against PM an insult to country: Smriti Irani

She further accused Gandhi of trying to 'rip' apart the image of PM Modi and that he won't succeed as the people of the country are with the prime minister.
Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Tamil web series 'Ayali' (2023) | EP 15

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Padmakumar, Princy and Gayathri are decoding the 2023 Tamil web series 'Ayali' directed by Muthukumar.

News
Edappadi K Palaniswami made AIADMK general secretary

EPS thanked his supporters for his elevation. Many jubilant leaders of the main opposition party said his elevation would enable him to steer the AIADMK towards better days.
News
Will vacate MP bungalow without prejudice to my rights, Rahul hints in letter to LS Secretariat

Gandhi was on Monday served a notice to vacate the government bungalow allotted to him by April 22.
Food
Chef Ranveer Brar's summer recipes to keep you going through sweltering weather

These recipes are easy to follow and also use simple ingredients that are readily available in most households.

Kerala
CPI local leader's family found in possession of two ration cards

Coincidentally, the CPI functionary is also a member of the Ration Traders Welfare Fund Board. He is also a state office-bearer of a pro-CPI association of ration traders. His wife is a ration shop dealer. Her husband works as a salesman in the same ration shop.
Kerala
School headmasters in the soup as uniform allowance is transferred to treasury account

With barely days left before the academic year ends, the state govt has transferred the uniform allowance for LP and UP-aided schools to the Special Treasury Savings Bank accounts of the headmasters.
News
EPFO makes big announcement, fixes 8.15 pc interest rate on provident fund for 2022-23

In March 2022, EPFO had lowered the interest on EPF for 2021-22 to an over four-decade low of 8.1 per cent

Kerala
'Anumol was strangled with scarf,' police reveal details of Kanchiyar murder

A dispute between the couple ended up in the murder, say police.
Sports
I was surprised as to why Rohit was so aggressive with me: Ojha

Ojha recalled the moment he first met Rohit formally in the U-15 national camp and how everyone was saying he was a special player.
News
Vehicle tax payers can avail prevailing rates until March 31

Those who opt for fancy numbers after making payment before the deadline will still be charged at the old rates.

News
2019 Jamia Nagar violence: Delhi HC sets aside order discharging Sharjeel Imam & others

The judgment was passed on Delhi Police’s plea against the trial court order discharging the accused in the 2019 Jamia violence case.
Food
This spongy kunjappam is worth waking up for

Especially on a busy day, this healthy, cracking recipe can be a life-saver and fill you with energy.
News
BJP functionary hacked to death by seven people in Puducherry

A seven member gang who had come on three motor cycles on Sunday night "first hurled country bombs at Senthil Kumaran and subsequently attacked him using lethal weapons causing his death," they said.

Travel
New seven-km waterway ready for G-20 officers’ meet in Kumarakom

Currently, work is underway to install reflectors on both sides of the new waterway.
Kerala
Actor-politician Innocent laid to rest with state honours

Innocent, who was under treatment at a private hospital at Kochi since March 3, breathed his last at 10.30 pm on Sunday.
News
Smriti Irani accuses Rahul Gandhi of insulting OBC community

Amid protests by the Congress over the Adani issue, Smriti Irani also attacked Gandhi over an earlier picture of Robert Vadra with Gautam Adani. She said, "If he (Rahul Gandhi) has a problem with Adani, why is Robert Vadra seen with Adani holding hands?"

Sports
Pavard back with a bang as France edge Ireland | Video

Pavard, cast aside at last year's World Cup after a woeful opening game, struck from 18 metres to put France on six points from two games after Friday's 4-0 drubbing of the Netherlands.
Sports
Messi statue to stand next to Maradona, Pele at museum

Messi, holding a replica of the World Cup trophy, stood beside the life-size statue at an unveiling ceremony at the South American Football Federation headquarters in Luque, Paraguay, before the Copa Libertadores draw on Monday.
Entertainment
Here are some famous dialogues by Innocent

We take a look at some of the humorous dialogues uttered by the actor.

Kerala
100-day action Plan: KSEB chairman served notice for listing ‘unrealizable’ projects

Power Minister K Krishnankutty has stepped in to resolve the cold war between the top bureaucrats by bringing the matter to the notice of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
Kerala
PSC advice memo for appointments to be available on DigiLocker from June 1

The Commission has given permission for preparing advice for appointments by using the software that was developed on its own for the purpose of deciding postings.
Entertainment
Kavya Madhavan, Dileep, Tovino attend Innocent's funeral ceremony

Kavya Madhavan and Dileep who arrived at the actor's residence in Irinjalakuda in the morning broke down on seeing the actor's mortal remains.

Entertainment
Post-Covid complications, not cancer, took Innocent's life: Dr VP Gangadharan

The doctor who treated actor and former MP Innocent shed light on the exact cause of his death.
Kerala
20% increase in land fair value from April 1; Govt issues notification

The increase in land fair value was announced in the Kerala Budget for 2023-24.
Kerala
Summer rains to continue in Kerala till March 31

Punalur in Kollam recorded the highest rainfall of 67 mm.

Travel
Kottayam's beauty spots: Here are 10 breath-taking weekend getaways

Adventurous weekenders can pick from a plethora of options ranging from cosy, tiny hamlets to enchanting hills to escape the scorching sun in Kottayam.
News
Another school shooting in US: Woman kills 3 children among 6, cops gun down assailant

The incident occurred at a Covenant School in Nashville, Tennessee.
News
COVID: Kerala tops in active cases; Centre asks states, UTs to ramp up RT-PCR tests

India has been witnessing increase in COVID-19 cases with average daily cases rising to 966.

LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (28-03-2023)

When is a good time to seek your goals? Is it time to lie low? Check out here.
News
Gujarat Congress MLA fined Rs 99 for tearing PM Modi's photo

Navsari MLA Anant Patel was fined for the case from 2017 when he tore the photo on the table of a university vice-chancellor.
News
Meghalaya CM gives 3-hour reply in budget session, Oppn MLAs leave early

Conrad Sangma's long reply to a query in the state Assembly upset the opposition MLAs.

Career & Campus
These courses at Mysuru Speech & Hearing Institute offer good job openings in India, abroad

Applications could be submitted online till May 31 and the computer-based entrance test will take place on June 25.
News
Kuno National Park's Cheetah Sasha dies due to kidney ailment before translocation

The death of the more than four-and-a-half years old female feline is being seen as a setback to Project Cheetah, aimed at reviving the population of the world's fastest land animal in India, seven decades after they became extinct.
Career & Campus
K-TET on May 12; online application till April 17

The tests are conducted by Pareeksha Bhavan for four categories: Lower Primary, Upper Primary, High School, and Language Teachers (Arabic, Hindi, Sanskrit, Urdu – up to UP level) as well as Specialist (Art & Craft, Sports).

Kerala
Attack on Chandy: I'm convicted because I walked out of CPM, says rebel leader COT Naseer

Naseer, who left the CPM in 2014 over a disagreement with then party secretary Pinarayi Vijayan, is one of the three convicted in the 10-year-old case.
Kerala
Life Mission bribery case: Unitac MD Santhosh Eapen gets bail

Though the Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed the bail plea, the court granted bail accepting the contention that he was co-operating with the probe.
Kerala
Kozhikode school principal arrested on POCSO charges

The accused allegedly sent objectionable texts to a minor student.

Sports
Nitish Rana named KKR captain in place of injured Iyer

Rana will replace Shreyas Iyer, who is likely to undergo back surgery and is in danger of missing the entire season.
News
Karnataka BJP MLA Virupakshappa arrested in graft case

The High Court on Monday dismissed the MLA's bail petition.
News
Fugitive 'Waris Punjab De' leader Amritpal likely in Nepal; India seeks arrest

In a letter sent to the Department of Consular Services on Saturday, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has requested the government agencies to arrest Singh if he tries to flee from Nepal.

Kerala
Class 8 student who attempted suicide a drug addict: Police

According to a statement, the teenager has been consuming drugs for a year.
News
Right to Health Bill: Over 50k private doctors, paramedics protest on Rajasthan streets

The Bill reportedly guarantees emergency treatment and care to Rajasthan residents at all hospitals without prepayment.
News
Rahul Gandhi told to vacate official residence after disqualification

The Congress leader has been served a one-month notice to exit his bungalow on 12, Tughlaq Lane.

Career & Campus
New NEP-based revised NCERT textbooks to be introduced from 2024

The revised ones, which will be in accordance with the new National Education Policy (NEP), will be developed as per the National Curriculum Framework (NCF).
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Actor Innocent's funeral on Tuesday at 10 am, thousands pay homage | March 27, 2023

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Career & Campus
World Theatre Day | Students vouch for the enduring popularity of dramas

On the occasion of World Theatre Day, Onmanorama speaks to a few students whose passion for theatres have led them to opt for a higher education in it or are associated with a drama club of their college.

Entertainment
Innocent 10/10: A tribute to the inimitable actor

Here's Onmanorama's pick of Innocent's 10 best roles from a career spanning over four decades.
Entertainment
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan pays tribute to Innocent at Irinjalakuda Town Hall

AMMA general secretary Edavela Babu and other members, including Dileep, Siddique and Babu Raj accompanied the actor's mortal remains in the cortege on the way to Irinjalakuda.
News
Kia unveils electric SUV EV5, to offer 482 km range

Like Kia's other two electric cars EV6 and EV9, the new car will be built on the E-GMP platform.

News
Banjara community protests against internal quota: Stone pelting at Yediyurappa's home

Police were taken by surprise as the agitators, most of them youths, swarmed near Yediyurappa's house and started hurling stones, damaging window glasses.
Videos
Exploring the serene landscapes of Ramakkalmedu

Ramakkalmedu, a heavenly hamlet in Kerala's Idukki district with mystical mist, wind-swept rolling green hills and breathtaking views can give a surreal experience to travellers.
News
Khalistan protest: Supporters take out car rally in New York

With blaring music and loud horns, a multitude of cars with Khalistani flags and LED mobile billboard trucks displaying photos of Singh criss-crossed the streets near the venue.

News
Rahul Gandhi questions 'Modani' nexus, asks PM Modi why so much fear

Gandhi has been questioning the prime minister on the Adani issue and has been demanding an investigation into the matter.
Kerala
Successful micro-irrigation project to be replicated in seven more districts in Kerala

Micro irrigation can increase yields and decrease water, fertilizer, and labour requirements.
Kerala
Brahmapuram Fire: Police probe rules out foul play, says report

Police investigation couldn't unravel any conspiracy behind the eruption of fire.

Entertainment
Mortal remains of actor-politician Innocent taken to Irinjalakuda for public homage

The cortege is currently on its way from Kochi to the actor's native place and will kept at the Municipal Town Hall for public viewing.
Kerala
Lok Sabha disqualification: SC to hear former Lakshadweep MP's plea tomorrow

Faizal stood disqualified from the membership of Lok Sabha from January 11, the date of his conviction in an attempt to murder case by a sessions court in Kavaratti.
Travel
Mumbai's Siddhivinayak Temple: Bollywood celebs, common man frequent the mandir to make their wishes come true

Devotees believe that Siddhivinayak answers all their prayers and showers happiness and luck in their lives.

News
2008 Bengaluru blasts: Why not allow Madani to return to Kerala if trial is over, asks SC

The SC indicated it will have to accept Madani's request to be allowed to return to Kerala if trial proceedings are completed and bail conditions have not been violated.
Entertainment
First, Lalitha. Now, Innocent. Malayalam's iconic pair lost just a year apart | 5 best roles

Such was their on-screen camaraderie that the passing of the pair is an irreparable loss to Malayalam cinema.
News
A drop of water was luxury: Galfar Mohamed Ali on his early days in Oman

Over the past 50 years, he built his construction empire, the largest in the Gulf. He narrated his tale, of a journey that started from Valapad in Thrissur to the top of the world at Al-Bayt.

Kerala
Malayali girl suffering from rare disease becomes education officer at UK university

Panchami, a native of Pappanamcode is the first Indian student to reach the position.
Food
A sure-shot parippuvada recipe to make your evenings complete

Those who love the 'chaaya-parippuvada' combo say that a sip of hot tea as you bite into a green chilli in the vada gives you an 'otherworldly' feeling.

Exploring the serene landscapes of Ramakkalmedu

Cybersecurity startup Prophaze Technologies is shaking up the industry | Startup Launcher EP 16

Purusha Pretham: An experimental crime drama with strong performances

Shazam! Fury of the Gods: A decent comeback for the DC Cinematic Universe

'Thuramukham' Review: A powerful ode to struggle against chaapa system in Mattancherry

'Pakalum Pathiravum' Review | Rajisha Vijayan's performance drives this suspense thriller

Bhavana, Sharafudheen's 'Ntikkakkakkoru Premandaarnnu' explores love boldly