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Kerala
Rahul Gandhi to remain Raebareli MP, Priyanka to make electoral debut in Wayanad

The crucial decision was made at a meeting held at Congress party chief Mallikarjun Kharge’s residence on Monday.
Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Tamil movie Maharaja (EP 78)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Swathi and Padmakumar are analysing the Tamil movie Maharaja directed by Nithilan Swaminathan with Vijay Sethupathi and Anurag Kashyap playing lead roles.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: 15 killed as goods train rams into Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal | June 17, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.

VIDEO

Thiruvananthapuram bus safari: A 2-hour ride for Rs 100 in double-decker e-bus

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Taapsee says she bagged her first role in Bollywood because of her resemblance with Preity Zinta
Diljit Dosanjh and Prabhas in 'Kalki 2898 AD' song. 'What a combination,' say fans
After Shah Rukh Khan, Atlee to team up with Salman Khan for his next movie
Dileep pays surprise visit to dubbing artist Mahesh Kunjumon's home in Kolenchery

PODCASTS

DAILY NEWS DOSE

Union Education Minister admits to irregularities in NEET exams, promises strict action | June 16, 2024

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A perfect score & hint of grace: What's wrong with NEET-UG results?

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START ACTION CUT

Decoding Tamil movie Maharaja (EP 78)

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NEWS BRAKE

Inside Congress' Social Media Game Plan: Redefining LS poll strategy

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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
18-year-old Instagram influencer kills self in Thiruvananthapuram, cyber bullying alleged

The girl had been active on Instagram with over 1 lakh followers.
Sports
Gautam Gambhir meets Amit Shah amid rumours of becoming Team India coach

Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary and home minister's son Jay Shah hasn't made any official comment on the possible new appointment.
Kerala
Unable to eat or feed chicks, snakebirds in TVM zoo habitat starve themselves to death

Darters with their pointed bills and shiny bodies had made Trivandrum zoo their favoured nesting sanctuary for years.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

These vegetables should never be stored in the refrigerator
Easily peel boiled eggs with just a spoon!
Make healthy and creamy oil-free mayonnaise easily at home
Tiffin-friendly carrot green peas sabji

VIDEOS

LOKSABHA ELECTION 2024

Kerala analysis of Lok Sabha election results

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NEWS BEYOND KERALA

The Rising Tide of Student Activism Supporting Palestine

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TRAVEL

TVM Safari in e-bus

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KNOW YOUR CANDIDATE

Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

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BATTLE OF BALLOTS

SHAFI PARAMBIL

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Entertainment
Taapsee says she bagged her first role in Bollywood because of her resemblance with Preity Zinta

The 'Mulk' actor opened up in a recent talk show with cricketer Shikhar Dhawan.
Sports
Shevchenko shows shell-blasted Kharkiv stadium seats to remind Euro 2024 of war

In a central Munich square, Ukrainian refugees and supporters who had driven 25 hours from Ukraine looked at the blue and yellow seats, hours before their team were due to play their first Euro 2024 game against Romania in the city.
LifeStyle
Here is the Pomeranian which survived 10 days in unused well

Sujith received a phone call saying that a dog’s barking and whimpering sound could be heard from an unused well in a deserted house ten days after it disappeared.

Movie Review

June 14, 2024

'Grrr' movie review | Unique plot is the driving force of this film

June 14, 2024

An intense Vijay Sethupathi returns with a gritty revenge drama in 'Maharaja' | Movie Review

June 07, 2024

'Golam' Movie Review: Ranjith Sajeev and Dileesh Pothan star in an intriguing whodunnit

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

Gautam Gambhir meets Amit Shah amid rumours of becoming Team India coach
Shevchenko shows shell-blasted Kharkiv stadium seats to remind Euro 2024 of war
Situation in our country is dire and we need to act: French captain Mbappe
Babar Azam among six Pak players to holiday in London after T20 WC fiasco

News
NCERT to use 'Bharat', 'India' interchangeably in textbooks

The NCERT chief said both the words will be used in the books and the council has no aversion to either
News
Grandfather booked for allegedly killing 38-day-old infant over superstition in Tamil Nadu

Veeramuthu, the grandfather, confessed to the police that he killed the child following instructions from an astrologer.
News
Is monsoon rains below normal so far?

India has received 20 per cent less rainfall than normal since June 1

Vantage Point

Column | ICC needs to be prudent while picking World Cup hosts

Dr KN Raghavan

Entertainment
Diljit Dosanjh and Prabhas in 'Kalki 2898 AD' song. 'What a combination,' say fans

The highlight in the video comes when Prabhas picks up his lungi, makes a turn, and walks away with his signature swag, prompting Diljit to join his hands in admiration.
News
Israeli PM Netanyahu disbands inner war cabinet

It was a widely expected move that came after the departure of the centrist former general Benny Gantz.
Sports
Situation in our country is dire and we need to act: French captain Mbappe

Usual questions about the challenge Austria might pose in the Group D clash in Duesseldorf were relegated at the pre-match media conference with Mbappe speaking openly about his fears.

Kerala
20 sovereigns of gold stolen from Kottayam home

The incident occured when the family went to their son's house in Munnar.
Kerala
Wayanad fish lovers spurn pricey marine fish, queue up for fresh catch from Kabani

The major source of fresh fish is the Kabini Reservoir
Kerala
Sangh Parivar efforts to communalise govt systems: MB Rajesh on NCERT’s Babri Masjid omission

The revised Class 12 political science textbook does not mention the Babri Masjid but refers to it as a "three-domed structure".

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Andamans to try underwater Guinness World Records
Karnataka RTC reduces ticket charges in AC buses to Kerala
PM Modi to flag off new Vande Bharat trains on June 20: Sleeper trains from Aug 15
Indian Railway rolls out mini Vande Bharat in this route: How's the train different?

Kerala
Congress' Kerala unit issues apology after meme on Modi-Pope meet faces backlash

While apologising to the Christian community, the Congress clarified that the post was not meant to insult the Pope but was mere criticism of Narendra Modi who claimed to be 'divine.'
News
Roboverse VR Expo: Spectacular showcase of knowledge concludes tonight

The event has provided a feast for the eyes and minds, opening up a new world of knowledge and innovation.
News
15 including 3 Railway staff killed as goods train rams into Kanchanjunga Express in Bengal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that an ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

Here is the Pomeranian which survived 10 days in unused well
This contemporary house in Kaloor is a haven of tranquillity and charm
What made world fall behind on environment, hunger goals: UN report reveals
Column | Why Kerala needs its own Schiphol

Kerala
Samuel Mor Theophilus new head of Believers Eastern Church

He was the Archbishop of Chennai Diocese.
News
NCERT working as RSS arm, assaulting Constitution, says Congress

Ramesh said the NCERT needs to remind itself that it is "not the Nagpur or Narendra Council for Educational Research and Training."
Entertainment
After Shah Rukh Khan, Atlee to team up with Salman Khan for his next movie

According to media reports, Atlee initially aimed to collaborate with Telugu superstar Allu Arjun.

News
Khalistani assassination plot: Indian extradited to US

The Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate records on Sunday showed him held at the Metropolitan Detention Centre in Brooklyn.
Sports
Babar Azam among six Pak players to holiday in London after T20 WC fiasco

Some are also thinking about playing in local leagues in the United Kingdom, according to a report in The Express Tribune.
Kerala
Coimbatore Highway attack: Gang targeted car carrying hawala money, mistook vehicle with Malayalis on board

The gang arrived in three vehicles, using fake number plates.

Entertainment
Dileep pays surprise visit to dubbing artist Mahesh Kunjumon's home in Kolenchery

Mahesh shot to fame for imitating Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during Covid.
LifeStyle
This contemporary house in Kaloor is a haven of tranquillity and charm

The house, which stands in the middle of the busy city offered little scope for designing an elaborate landscape, but it was compensated by arranging quaint spots of greenery inside
News
Kanchanjunga Express accident: Centre announces Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia to kin of deceased

Centre to give Rs 2.5 lakh to those suffered severe injuries and Rs 50,000 to people with minor injuries.

Entertainment
Swara Bhasker lashes out against popular 'vegetarian' blogger for 'self-righteous' post

Nalini Ulanagar had recenty posted a picture of vegetarian meal with the caption: "I'm proud to be a vegetarian. My plate is free from tears, cruelty and guilt."
Sports
T20 World Cup: Super Eight groups & schedule

Former champions Pakistan and Sri Lanka as well as strong challengers New Zealand failed to progress to the Super Eight.
Entertainment
Eid al-Adha: Megastar Mammootty offers prayers at Salafi Masjid in Kochi. See video

The veteran star arrived early to offer prayers, accompanied by relatives.

Entertainment
Your sacrifices are appreciated, prayers answered: Priyanka Chopra wishes fans on Eid-ul-Adha

Sharing her wishes on Instagram Stories, the former Miss World, who boasts 91.3 million followers, posted a postcard featuring a crescent moon and a message.
Kerala
Car driver knocked down cop in Palakkad to cover up drug deal, say police

Allen and his friend, Ajeesh face four charges, including attempted murder.
Entertainment
Ram Charan reveals daughter Klin Kaara’s face in heartwarming Father’s Day surprise

In an interview with TOI, Ram Charan spoke about his deep love for Klin Kaara, confessing that he is completely captivated by her.

News
Bengal Guv asks police personnel to vacate Raj Bhavan immediately

Bose is planning to convert the police outpost near the North Gate of the Raj Bhavan into a 'Jan Manch' (public platform).
LifeStyle
What made world fall behind on environment, hunger goals: UN report reveals

The UN's annual Sustainable Development Report ranks the performance of its 193 member states in implementing 17 wide-ranging 'sustainable development goals.'
Sports
Anju Bobby George shares fond memories of Paris

It was at the 2003 edition in Paris that Anju clinched a bronze to hand India its first-ever World Athletics Championships medal.

Sports
Euro 2024: Bellingham header secures narrow victory for England

The result put England top of Group C after Denmark and Slovenia drew 1-1 earlier on Sunday.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Tanzim wrecks Nepal as Bangladesh seal final Super Eight spot

Former champions Sri Lanka, who finished third in the group and did not progress, concluded their campaign with an 83-run victory against the Netherlands.
Entertainment
Renukaswamy brandished with hot iron, brutally tortured by Darshan's gang before murder

The victim, a devoted fan of actor Darshan, suffered grievous injuries to his head and was also administered electric shocks before his murder.

Entertainment
Anticipation builds as motion poster for Tovino's 'Avaran' drops online

The motion poster made its debut through the social media pages of prominent actors Mohanlal, Mammootty, Prithviraj, and Manju Warrier.
Kerala
At 90, Kerala’s first Eid Gah recalls Thalassery’s multicultural past

An article the late journalist KP Kunhimoosa wrote a decade ago says the Eid Gah began on Shawwal 1, 1352 of the Islamic Hijri Calendar(17 Jan-1934).
Kerala
Man hacked to death in TVM, neighbour held

Police suspect that a quarrel between the duo during the boozing session may have ended up in the murder.

Kerala
VK Sreekandan MP assumes charge as Thrissur DCC President

Following the heavy defeat of K Muraleedharan in Thrissur, there were intense internal conflicts within the DCC.
Kerala
Kerala celebrates Bakrid today

A huge number of people were seen offering prayers at mosques and Eid Gahs from Monday morning.
Sports
T20 World Cup: Pakistan sign off with nervy win over Ireland

Shaheen Afridi (3-22) dismissed Andrew Balbirnie and Lorcan Tucker in the first.

News
Fresh political slugfest over EVM tampering claims; EC issues defamation notice to newspaper

EVM is a standalone system, not programmable and has no wireless communication capabilities, said returning officer in Mumbai North West.
LifeStyle
Column | Why Kerala needs its own Schiphol

Before an expanded Nedumbassery or any other airport in Kerala transforms itself into a showcase of the state’s culture, it needs to tie up with a major Indian airline to use it as an international hub.
INSIDE KERALA ASSEMBLY

Kerala
Satheesan retells 'Emperor's New Clothes', Rema's take on CPM's Cinderella story

Excise minister M B Rajesh reeled out a long list of comparative figures to show that it was the LDF government and not the UDF government that has done more to discourage liquor consumption.

Sports
Column | ICC needs to be prudent while picking World Cup hosts

One can say with the benefit of hindsight that conducting a few matches of the T20 World Cup in the US was not one of the best decisions of the ICC.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (17-06-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
News
RoboVerse VR: School kid sisters leave visitors spellbound with flood-related robots

The sisters are being trained in robotics by Akhila Gogas and Dixon of Unique World Robotics.

Career & Campus
Students’ expo showcases latest trends in architecture

The fifth edition of Seedscape features nearly 550 works done by more than 120 students of the APJ Abdul Kalam School of Environmental Design, Muvattupuzha.
Sports
Keralite Asha Sobhana makes dream ODI debut

Asha, who became only the second Kerala woman to play an ODI, claimed figures of 4/21 from 8.4 overs in India's thumping 143-run win.
Kerala
Man charred to death after car catches fire in Kollam

Police suspect the deceased to be a 58-year-old man who went missing on Sunday morning.

Sports
Euro 2024: Dutch rally to down Poland in opener

Striker Wout Weghorst came off the bench to snatch a late winner with his first touch and give the Netherlands a deserved 2-1 comeback victory over Poland in their Group D opener.
Sports
Smriti, Asha set up Indian women's thumping win over SA

Mandhana's sixth ODI century (117, 127 balls, 12x4s, 1x6) formed the fulcrum of India's competitive 265 for eight on a sluggish Chinnaswamy pitch.
Kerala
5 cows die after eating 'too much porotta' in Kollam; 9 under treatment

According to the Animal Welfare Department, the cows died due to tremors in the stomach caused by consuming excessive porotta and jackfruit.

Kerala
Wayanad-Kozhikode tunnel road project: Land acquisition nearly over, work likely to begin in August

The construction works of the 8.17 km long Kozhikode-Wayanad Tunnel Road project with twin tunnels is expected to kick-start by August.
Kerala
A 'Chinese' revolution transforms lives in Marayoor tribal hamlets

The cultivation of Chinese potato is carried on as a means of livelihood in twelve tribal settlements in Marayoor.
Kerala
Rs 1 cr Kerala lottery winner settles case against seller, to receive Rs 63 lakhs

After deducting commission and tax, Sukumariamma will receive Rs 63 lakhs.

Kerala
CM's statement against KG Abraham in Loka Kerala Sabha insult to all expats: Sabu M Jacob

He said by pinning the blame for the Kuwait disaster entirely on Malayali expat businessman KG Abraham, the CM has revealed the anger and poison he holds towards the business community.
News
Opposition slams Centre over NEET controversy

The NTA has faced allegations of irregularities and inflation of marks in the medical entrance exam, leading to heightened scrutiny.
Career & Campus
MASCOM celebrates 22nd batch convocation

Former Chief Secretary of Kerala Lissy Jacob was the chief guest at the convocation ceremony.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Irregularities found, says Union Education Minister on NEET row | June 16, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
LifeStyle
Do tattoos cause cancer? Here's something you should know

Those who had at least one tattoo on their body had a 21% more chance of lymphoma.
Sports
German police fire shots at axe-wielding person during Euro 2024 fan parade

The incident occurred in the St Pauli district of the city ahead of the Poland-Netherlands match in Hamburg's Volksparkstadion.

Kerala
Plantation land for other purposes: Revenue Dept cancels Land Board circular

According to the order, signed by Revenue Principal Secretary Tinku Biswal, the circular is a misinterpretation of the laws related to land reforms in the state.
News
No need to teach about riots, demolition in schools: NCERT on Babri Masjid omission

“We want to create positive citizens not violent and depressed individuals”, said NCERT chief.
Kerala
Masked gang in cars attacks Malayali youths in Coimbatore

Police arrest 4 Palakkad natives including an Armyman.

Kerala
Idukki man torches relatives' houses for sending his wife abroad

The accused is the son-in-law of the elderly woman.
LifeStyle
Oil spill in Singapore: Clean up intensified after it spreads along coast

The oil spilled into Singaporean waters after a Netherlands-flagged dredger struck a stationary Singapore-flagged bunker vessel on Friday afternoon in the southern port of Pasir Panjang.
Sports
People will not bet on us against Germany, says Hungary coach

Hungary were outplayed by the Swiss in the first half and now face a battle to reach the last 16.

LifeStyle
Flesh eating bacterial infection spreading in Japan: Should we be worried?

Stay away from those who are unwell, especially if they have flown in the past few days.
Kerala
Vadakara ‘kafir’ screenshot: CPM’s KK Lathika deletes post, locks Facebook profile

The police have also questioned Lathika in connection with the case.
Kerala
Media misinterpreted 'mother of India' reference about Indira Gandhi: Suresh Gopi

Talking to the media, he said he called the late leader the mother of the Congress party in the country.

Entertainment
Samantha to join Mammootty for Gautham Vasudev Menon's Malayalam debut?

An official announcement from the makers is awaited, and the film is expected to start production this month.
News
Israeli military announces tactical daily pause in Gaza for aid supply

The announcement also comes on the eve of the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha.
LifeStyle
Tips to grow gardens in Kerala without investing too much time or money

Choosing plants that require minimal care would be the best option for those who have busy work schedules.

Sports
No concerns at all: Rathour on Kohli's poor run of scores

The batting coach is confident that India's No. 1 batter would come good when it matters the most.
News
NCERT leaves Babri Masjid out of textbook, replaces it with ‘three-dome structure’

The revision pertains to Chapter 8, ‘Recent Developments in Indian Politics’.
Kerala
Widespread protests mar Syro-Malabar Church plan to hold unified Mass

According to the circular, priests who do not comply with the order will be barred from priestly ministry starting July 4.

Entertainment
New deepfake of Alia Bhatt sparks outrage on social media

A new deepfake video featuring Alia Bhatt has surfaced, showing her participating in the 'get ready with me' trend on Instagram.
Kerala
Bird flu: Kerala mandates 10-day quarantine post-exposure, isolation for symptomatic people

SoP issued by the Kerala State Health Department.
LifeStyle
Is brown bread as healthy as you think?

As per the FSSI act, the names of the ingredients along with their structure should be listed on the packet in descending order based on their weight.

News
EVMs in India are 'black box', says Rahul Gandhi after Elon Musk raises concern over hacking risk

The former Congress president also tagged the post on X by Elon Musk in which he talked about eliminating EVMs.
Kerala
CM's arrogance led to LDF's defeat in LS polls: CPI

Public meetings of CPM were become religious meetings, alleged CPI.
Kerala
Christian votes helped Suresh Gopi win in Thrissur, says Vellappally

Says he is ready to be a martyr for telling the truth.

LifeStyle
Meet Kaali, the fierce crusader storming an all-male Mollywood bastion

She had an aversion to her name Dhanya, which meant 'blessed' as she felt she lost her childhood and younger days when she stuck to that name-Dhanya.
Kerala
Tremors felt in Thrissur, Palakkad for second consecutive day

National Center for Seismology (NCS)) reported that an earthquake of 3.0 magnitude was recorded in Thrissur.
Travel
Andamans to try underwater Guinness World Records

The objective of this exercise is to put Andaman and Nicobar Islands on the global diving destination list and promote tourism.

Entertainment
Fans get a first look at 'Stree 2' teaser in theatres

The creators have promised that Stree 2 will be even funnier and scarier, with all the ingredients to become a major blockbuster this year.
Travel
Karnataka RTC reduces ticket charges in AC buses to Kerala

The Karnataka RTC operates AC buses to Thiruvananthapuram, Alappuzha, Kottayam, Ernakulam, Thrissur, Palakkad, Kozhikode and Kannur.
Kerala
81 cops ended life in five years in Kerala, reveals data

25 suicide cases reported in 2023.

Kerala
Young woman beats up molester on KSRTC bus

No case was registered as the woman refused to file a complaint.
Entertainment
Makeup artist Ronex Xavier reacts to trolls on 'Varshangalkku Shesham'

In an interview with Manorama Online, Ronex said that he was taking the criticisms positively and noted that the same people who are now finding faults were full of praise for the movie when it was running successfully in theatres.
Kerala
Avian flu outbreak: Kerala health dept issues prevention guidelines

The minister said that people connected to the avian sector will be monitored.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Australia do England a huge favour, heartbreak for Scotland

Australia, who had already booked their spot in the second round, will have been disappointed with their fielding and the start of their innings but Travis Head (68) and Marcus Stoinis (59) accelerated in the last 10 overs to help get them across the line.
Travel
PM Modi to flag off new Vande Bharat trains on June 20: Sleeper trains from Aug 15

The Vande Metro trial run will also start soon.