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Euro 2024: Spain send out warning with rout of Croatia

The Croats were no match for Spain's clever attacking play with coach Zlatko Dalic's game plans going out the window after about half an hour.
Sports
Ronaldinho slams Selecao squad, says he won't watch any Copa America game

'This is perhaps one of the worst teams in recent years, it has no respectable leaders, only average players for the majority,' the Brazilian legend posted on Instagram.
Kerala
Bird flu: Samples from five types of birds sent for testing from Alappuzha

Culling was carried out in two local bodies in Alappuzha and at Thiruvalla in Kottayam on Saturday.

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

ENTERTAINMENT

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Celebrities make a beeline for 'RoboVerse VR Expo', interact with humanoids
'Melodi' video: Kangana Ranaut says PM Modi makes women feel he is rooting for them
Bhavana, Shilpa Bala, Jayasurya attend Rahul Subramanian's wedding reception
After 'Manjummel Boys,' Kamal Haasan invites 'Thalavan' team to Chennai office

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

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Kuwait foreign minister assures prompt probe into tragedy that killed 49 | June 13, 2024

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Decoding Hindi movie Maidaan (EP 77)

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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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News
As inflation reaches 28-year high, Nigerian president switches national anthem

Under President Bola Tinubu, Nigeria will sing 'we hail thee' composed by a British expatriate.
Sports
T20 World Cup: India-Canada match abandoned

India play Afghanistan in their first Super Eight Group One match on Thursday.
News
Major fire breaks out near Manipur CM's bungalow

According to authorities, the reason for the fire is yet to be ascertained.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

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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

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Sports
Euro 2024: Switzerland prove too good for Hungary

Chasing a place in the knockout rounds in their sixth consecutive major tournament, Switzerland looked a classy outfit, composed and organised at the back and quick on the attack.
Kerala
Jayarajan files defamation case against Sobha Surendran for claiming he tried to join BJP

The LDF Convener had a tough time during the Lok Sabha polls after allegations of his links with BJP leader Javadekar surfaced.
Sports
Kerala Blasters' pre-season tour of Thailand to begin on July 3

The three-week camp will feature at least three friendlies against top Thai clubs.

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

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Euro 2024: Spain send out warning with rout of Croatia
Ronaldinho slams Selecao squad, says he won't watch any Copa America game
T20 World Cup: India-Canada match abandoned
Euro 2024: Switzerland prove too good for Hungary

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Daily News Dose: Several killed as tempo traveller plunges into gorge in Uttarakhand June 15, 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
Celebrities make a beeline for 'RoboVerse VR Expo', interact with humanoids

Humanoid, artificial intelligence machines, robot games including Robo War and virtual reality experiences are yet another highlight of the event.
Kerala
Taking responsibility of Kuwait tragedy, will protect victims' families: NBTC director

NBTC will give four years' salary of the victims as insurance amount to their families.

Vantage Point

Column | Cricketing logic should prevail in picking Team India head coach

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Kerala
Coimbatore man held over sexual assault of Malayali student

The accused, B Anandan of Telungupalayam, was arrested based on a complaint filed by the 21-year-old physiotherapy student.
Sports
Calicut Football Club launched ahead of inaugural Super League Kerala

Kozhikode: Founder-Chairman of IBS Software Services V K Mathews on Saturday launched the Calicut Football Club that will compete in the Super League Kerala (SLK), an upcoming football league being organised by the Kerala Football Association (KFA) and the Unifed Football Sports Development Pvt.
News
G7 Outreach summit: PM Modi calls for ending monopoly in technology

PM Modi held meetings with his British counterpart Rishi Sunak and Presidents of France and Ukraine, Emmanuel Macron and Volodymyr Zelenskyy respectively on the sidelines of the summit

Food
Easily peel boiled eggs with just a spoon!

Boiling eggs is a simple task, but peeling them can sometimes be challenging, with the egg white often sticking to the shell.
Kerala
Film art director Sabu Cyril to design Superfast Premium AC buses of KSRTC

Sabu Cyril had previously designed buses for the Corporation when Ganesh Kumar first became Transport Minister in 2001.
Kerala
After crown, Suresh Gopi offers golden rosary to Thrissur's Lourdes Church

During his election campaign, a controversy arose regarding the actor-turned-politician offering a golden crown to Our Lady of Lourdes.

TRAVEL

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Indian Railway rolls out mini Vande Bharat in this route: How's the train different?
Lock your ticket fares now for just Rs 250 on Air India Express
Monsoon travel: Top 10 Kerala destinations for this season
Flight tickets from UAE to Kerala cost a bomb due to Bakrid holiday season

Kerala
Highrich scam: Promoters siphoned Rs 250 crore, assets worth Rs 260 cr seized, says ED

It said Highrich promoters collected around Rs 1,500 crore through these multi-level marketing Ponzi schemes.
Kerala
Kuwait fire: MPs, relatives demand higher compensation for dependents from govts, NBTC

Congress MP Rajmohan Unnithan has demanded a compensation of Rs 50 lakh from the Centre.
Kerala
'Paying respects to my Guru': Suresh Gopi visits K Karunakaran's memorial in Thrissur

The move assumes significance as Suresh Gopi defeated Karunakaran's son and Congress leader K Muraleedharan to become the first BJP candidate to win a Lok Sabha seat from Kerala.

LIFESTYLE

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Exuberant interiors make this Kadavanthara home a classy dwelling
Scientists discover bioluminescent mushrooms in Kasaragod, warn against consumption
Reality show rooted in fashion to have Masaba Gupta as co-producer
How Kozhikode couple planned their new abode as revenue-generating model

Kerala
Mild earthquake jolts Thrissur, Palakkad

The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that an earthquake of 3.0 magnitude was recorded.
Kerala
Kuwait fire: All injured Malayalis out of danger, funeral of 4 victims in Kerala today

The Indian Embassy in Kuwait has confirmed that those hospitalized have been able to maintain contact with their families.
Kerala
Racist slurs against RLV Ramakrishnan: Court grants bail to Sathyabhama

Sathyabhama argued that she had not deliberately insulted Ramakrishnan.

Kerala
Panchayat official booked for locking woman denied house under LIFE Mission inside office in Kasaragod

The door was opened only after the Health Education Standing Committee chairperson Pramila Majal and others raised a commotion.
News
Nearly 13 killed as tempo traveller falls into gorge in Uttarakhand

Uttarakhand CM ordered a probe under district magistate.
Entertainment
'Melodi' video: Kangana Ranaut says PM Modi makes women feel he is rooting for them

A video of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgi Meloni has gone viral.

News
Explained | Article 87 & special address by the President

First session of 18th Lok Sabha to begin on June 24
News
Explained | The powers of Lok Sabha Speaker

The Lok Sabha will elect its new Speaker on June 26
Sports
Montenegro goalkeeper Matija Sarkic dies at 26

Sarkic fell ill in his home country while on international duty. Montenegrin daily newspaper Vijesti reported Sarkic died in an apartment in Budva early in the morning.

Career & Campus
UPSC Civil Services Prelims 2024 on Sunday

There are 61 centres in Kerala in the three cities of Thiruvananthapuram, Ernakulam, and Kozhikode.
News
8 Naxals, one STF personnel killed in encounter in Chhattisgarh

A huge cache of weapons and other materials belonging to Naxalites were recovered from the encounter site.
LifeStyle
Exuberant interiors make this Kadavanthara home a classy dwelling

The contemporary mansion in the middle of Kochi metro exudes charm with beautiful exteriors and opulent interiors.

News
Opp condemns Delhi LG's move to prosecute Arundhati Roy under UAPA

CPM condemned the action, calling it shameful and illogical, whereas TMC MP Mahua Moitra called it a fascist move.
Kerala
2 Teens drown while fishing in pond in Kottayam

The deceased are Abhinav (12) from Kurichy and Aadarsh (15) from Madappally.
Career & Campus
MASCOM celebrates 22nd batch convocation

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

Entertainment
Bhavana, Shilpa Bala, Jayasurya attend Rahul Subramanian's wedding reception

Rahul is actor and singer Ramya Nambeesan's brother. The couple got engaged in April, this year.
Kerala
Swimming pool inside car: YouTuber Sanju Techy's driving licence suspended for life

The department also suspended the registration of his car.
News
Excise policy case: HC asks Kejriwal's wife to remove video of court proceedings from social media

HC sent notices to social media platforms X, Meta and YouTube.

Kerala
Ropeway between Pampa & Sannidhanam: Forest dept to get alternative land at Chinnakanal

The towers would be 40 to 70 metres tall, so only 20 trees needed to be felled.
Sports
Keralite makes a mark on Hungarian cricket

Amal Jacob, a member of the Kalappurakkal family at Vanchimala, is part of Hungary's T20 squad.
News
'Those who uphold Lord Ram's legacy are now in power,' RSS leader shifts stance after controversy

Kumar's statement caused a stir when he suggested that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was restricted to 240 seats due to its arrogance.

Entertainment
After 'Manjummel Boys,' Kamal Haasan invites 'Thalavan' team to Chennai office

Although Biju Menon couldn't join the team due to prior commitments, Kamal Haasan requested the cast and crew to convey his best wishes to him.
Kerala
AR Nagar bank fraud: I-T dept serves notice to 16 IUML leaders

AR Nagar Cooperative Bank came under scanner in 2021 after the state cooperative department found huge black money and illegal transactions to the tune of Rs 1,021 crore.
Entertainment
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter files court petition to remove father's last name

Shiloh, who performs as a voice actor in the film 'Kung Fu Panda 3', is the first of the siblings to file a petition for a legal name change, but some of the other children have dropped public use of their father's last name in recent years, the Times reported.

LifeStyle
Scientists discover bioluminescent mushrooms in Kasaragod, warn against consumption

Around fifty varieties of mushroom species were found in the survey, the bioluminescent mushrooms, commonly called electric mushrooms, being the most important discovery.
Food
Make healthy and creamy oil-free mayonnaise easily at home

It tastes just as good as the regular version
News
UIDAI extends Aadhaar update deadline to Sep 14 | Check step-by-step guide here

Online updates for Aadhaar do not cover biometric data like iris scans, fingerprints, and facial photographs.

LifeStyle
Reality show rooted in fashion to have Masaba Gupta as co-producer

The upcoming yet-to-be-titled show, in which she serves as a co-producer, blends fashion with the emotions surrounding Indian weddings.
Entertainment
Fans get a glimpse of Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar in 'Kannappa' teaser

The upcoming Telugu film directed by Mukesh Kumar Singh combines stunning visuals with a poignant narrative, bringing to life the tale of devotion and sacrifice.
Sports
Sindhu, Lakshya confident of keeping the tricolour flying high in Paris

Sindhu and Lakshya reflect on their preparations for the Olympics and the challenges ahead.

Entertainment
'Aadujeevitham' OTT release to be delayed further: Reports

Initially, there were reports that Disney+Hotstar had bagged the film's digital rights and planned to stream the movie from May 26.
Kerala
UDF bags Ramankary panchayat in Alappuzha with CPM support, District CPM leadership comes under fire

The local party members had justified the move by saying that the alliance was necessary to ensure the ouster of former president and CPM rebel leader, R. Rajendra Kumar.
Sports
T20 World Cup: South Africa edge Nepal by one run

Nepal finished on 114/7, falling agonisingly short of South Africa's modest total of 115/7.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Black Caps notch up first win

Left-arm pacer Trent Boult (2/7) and fellow veteran quick Tim Southee (3/4) wrecked havoc as Uganda folded up for a mere 40 in 18.4 overs. The Kiwis knocked off the target in 5.2 overs.
Entertainment
ED questions Manjummel Boys' producer Soubin Shahir in money laundering case

'Manjummel Boys', which reportedly collected over Rs 220 crore at the box office, ran into trouble after a cheating case was filed against the makers.
Sports
Hosts Germany hammer 10-man Scotland in Euro 2024 opener

The Germans, hunting a record fourth European title and first major trophy after a barren decade, scored through Florian Wirtz, Jamal Musiala and a Kai Havertz penalty before Niclas Fuellkrug and Emre Can added two more late in the second half.

Kerala
Kattappana man visiting pregnant wife hacked to death by neighbour

The accused, Venmanthara Babu, 58, also attacked cops who tried to apprehend him.
Sports
T20 WC: USA enter Super 8 after washout, Pakistan eliminated

USA have qualified as the second-placed team in Group A while Pakistan will not be able to get more than 4 points from their remaining match.
Kerala
Tributes paid to Kuwait fire victims, funeral of 12 Malayalis today

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and state ministers received the remains of 31 victims at Kochi.

Sports
T20 World Cup Super Eight action: India to meet Afghanistan on June 20

Rohit Sharma's men will clash with hot favourites Australia in their final Super Eight match on June 24.
Kerala
Cop injured in SFI protest outside NITC campus over Rs 33 lakh fine slapped on students

On Thursday, the Institute imposed a fine of Rs 33 lakh on five students for leading day-long strike.
Kerala
Special assembly held at Alappuzha schools after student dies of rabies

Devanarayanan, a nine-year-old boy from Haripad, died of rabies on May 30.

Kerala
Kasaragod grieves over the loss of two natives in Kuwait tragedy

However, some of the villagers did not want the family to hear about the loss and disconnected the cable TV connection.
Kerala
Fire tragedy victim Saju Varghese arranged jobs for numerous people during his 22 years in Kuwait

However, there was no response. Later, when the list of the victims of the tragedy was released, Saju’s death was confirmed.
News
G7 Summit: PM Modi meets world leaders; gets a hug from Pope, invites him to India

Meanwhile, Pope Francis became the first pontiff to address the G7 Summit.

Kerala
Kuwait fire: Akash departs before fulfilling his mother's dreams

Akash was a fourth standard student when his father, Sasidharan Nair, passed away.
Kerala
Kuwait fire: Leaving his sister and family behind, Sibin returned home lifeless

Sibin had called his wife, Anjumol, just half an hour before the accident.
News
Delhi LG sanctions prosecution of Arundhati Roy under UAPA

New Delhi: Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena has accorded sanction to prosecute author Arundhati Roy and a former professor in Kashmir under the stringent Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for allegedly making provocative speeches at an event here in 2010, Raj Niwas officials said on Friday. The FIR

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Daily News Dose: Kuwait fire: Mortal remains of Indians repatriated | June 14, 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
How Kozhikode couple planned their new abode as revenue-generating model

The interiors are designed in an open theme and the spaces have been designed in a pattern that ensures excellent air circulation and ample supply of natural light.
Kerala
'Kafir' screenshot: Vadakara police find no evidence against MSF leader, name Facebook as accused

Pro-CPM pages such as 'Porali Shaji' have shared the screenshot; police have not yet removed it.

News
It's OK to joke about God but don't offend, Pope tells comedians

Pope met Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, Conan O'Brien, Chris Rock and Stephen Colbert at Vatican.
Entertainment
'Grrr' movie review | Unique plot is the driving force of this film

Jay K shows he is quite capable of handling comedy, though not as adeptly as his previous works in other genres.
Kerala
Pinarayi terms as 'improper' Centre's decision to thwart Veena George's travel to Kuwait

Foreign visits of chief ministers and state ministers require the sanction of the Ministry of External Affairs.

Sports
Australian Open: Indian shuttlers fail to go past quarterfinals

World No. 10 Prannoy was the last Indian to be eliminated on a day when his compatriot Sameer Verma, mixed doubles pair of Sikki Reddy and B Sumeeth Reddy and Aakarshi Kashyap in women's singles also bowed out.
Entertainment
'Maharaj' runs into trouble for hurting religious sentiments? Release stalled

A petition was reportedly filed by Lord Krishna devotees and members of Pushtimarg sect who argued that the film, based on the 1862 Libel Case, would invoke violence if released.
News
NEET (UG) paper leak: SC sends notice to Centre, NTA on plea seeking CBI probe

SC asks NTA to file its reply within two weeks.

Kerala
AI incorporated smart fence to keep away elephants in Wayanad

The fence would help overcome the challenges posed by marshy lands and tough terrains.
LifeStyle
How fast is too fast to shed your extra weight? Know these tips while working on your body

Say no to extreme diets and workouts that promise quick results.
Kerala
Indian python eggs artificially hatched at snake park, Kannur, hatchlings to be displayed next month

The MVR Snake Park has been engaged in an attempt to preserve the species and the hatching is part of this effort.

Entertainment
From 'The Fall Guy' to 'The Boys Season 4': New OTT releases this week

If you are a movie lover, you should spend some time catching up with some of the latest film releases that are now available on various OTT platforms.
Sports
Singapore goalkeeper urges Chinese fans to stop sending him money

The 40-year-old made 11 saves on Tuesday as Thailand fell agonisingly short of a spot in the draw for the next round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers despite their 3-1 victory.
News
6 dead, 2,000 tourists stranded as landslides, rain wreak havoc in Sikkim

At least 179 people died last year in Sikkim when a Himalayan glacial lake outburst triggered floods.

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

This movie is a fitting milestone for Sethupathi’s 50th film, in which he delivers a subtle yet powerful performance.
Kerala
Bar bribery allegation: Not part of the controversial WhatsApp group, says Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan's son

The probe team led by Crime Branch DySP Binu Kumar visited Arjun at his residence in Vellayamabalam after suspecting his role in the allegations.
LifeStyle
Want a healthy gut? Don't assume all fermented foods are gut-friendly

Fermented foods should be part of a balanced diet and should be mixed with vegetables, fruits and other nutrients.

News
Union Minister Somanna’s son booked for blackmailing couple

The FIR was registered as per the direction of the 37th Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) in Bengaluru.
Sports
Injured Conor McGregor out of UFC 303

It is unclear when or if the non-title bout between McGregor (22-6) and Chandler (23-8) will occur. The nature of the injury has not been made public.
Kerala
Kuwait fire: How a desperate wait ended in a heartbreaking news for this Aryanadu family

Arun Babu held the position of shop admin at NBTC company.

Kerala
Kuwait fire: Bodies of 31 victims arrive in Kerala, public pay homage to deceased at Kochi aiport

Kuwaiti authorities said they identified bodies of 45 Indians and three Filipino nationals killed in the fire.
Sports
Federer launches retirement documentary

Co-directed by Joe Sabia and Oscar-winning filmmaker Asif Kapadia, the documentary mixes candid moments, archive material and interviews with fellow tennis greats Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray.
LifeStyle
Face icing has skin health benefits, but what else should you know?

Many experts opine that having a barrier, like a clean cloth or towel can reduce the chances of skin damage during icing.

Kerala
Sugandhagiri tree felling: Forest dept reinstates woman range officer

K Neethu, formerly the range officer of Kalpetta forest range in South Wayanad forest division, will now serve as the range officer at the working plan office in Kozhikode.
News
Six killed as container truck rams into another vehicle in Andhra Pradesh

Drivers of both vehicles along with three others died on the spot while another one succumbed while being shifted to hospital.
Kerala
Kuwait fire: Sarath and friends' bold leap to safety

They tried to escape by locking themselves in the bathroom, but the smoke caused suffocation.

Kerala
If only he answered my phone, says Kuwait fire survivor in shock over loss of close friend

Najeem was a close friend of Shameer, one among the 24 Keralites who died in the accident.
Kerala
No role for Kerala Health Minister in Kuwait as Centre completed all procedures by Thursday: BJP

Union Minister Suresh Gopi appealed to the media to avoid creating a political controversy over the matter.
Sports
Germans have a soft spot for England after Bayern move: Kane

England and Germany have a fierce football rivalry which has played out at both the World Cup and Euros.

LifeStyle
New 'summer food' regimen by Forest department to cheer elephants in Kerala

The initiative that took off at Ecotourism Centre in Konni ensures water-rich vegetables like cucumber, watermelon and fruits to keep them hydrated during summer.
Food
Tiffin-friendly carrot green peas sabji

Let the sabji cool slightly before packing it into the tiffin box to avoid condensation, which can make the dish soggy.