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Kerala
Actors Arjun Ashokan, Sangeeth Prathap injured in car accident in Kochi

The accident took place while filming a chase scene of the upcoming movie 'Bromance'.
Sports
Dazzling ceremony marks start of Paris Olympics

The Indian contingent was led by two flag-bearers -- two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu and table tennis legend Achanta Sharath Kamal -- and was 84th on the call sheet.
Kerala
Blue alert issued for Banasurasagar Dam in Wayanad

The District Collector warned the public living along the banks of rivers and canals downstream to remain vigilant during night hours.

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Overtourism: How is it affecting tourist spots?

ENTERTAINMENT

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'Level Cross' review: Plotline thrills, but uneven treatment dampens intrigue
'Raayan' review: Dhanush's stellar performance and A R Rahman's score shine amidst a thin storyline
From 'Chutney Sambar' to 'Paradise': New OTT releases this week
'Thangalaan' and 'Kanguva' gear up for mega release in Kerala

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Pak trying to stay relevant using terrorism, proxy wars: PM Modi | July 26, 2024

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Menstrual leave: Counter-productive or progressive?

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

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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
Bag is full of money; bought 5 cents of land on moon: Woman techie's sarcastic reply to media

The response came while she was being escorted to the police jeep from the Kollam East police station, where she surrendered.
News
NTA declares final NEET-UG results; toppers down to 17 from 61, over 85,000 qualify from Kerala

The number of qualifying candidates and the cut-off has also seen a marginal dip.
Kerala
Ankola landslide: CM Pinarayi writes to Defence Min requesting more Navy divers, ROV to search for Arjun

More than 10 days have gone by since Arjun, hailing from Kozhikode, went missing in the landslide at Shirur village in Karnataka and his whereabouts are yet to be ascertained.

VIDEO

Rise of 10-minute grocery delivery apps: Convenience for urban India, challenge for local retailers

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

The hidden dangers of dirty scrubbers and how to clean them
How to use almonds to ease your headache | Recipe & tips
A brief guide to Karkidaka Kanji: When & how to eat it, health benefits, and more
Why did President Murmu give dahi-cheeni to Nirmala Sitharaman on Budget day?

VIDEOS

NEWS BEYOND KERALA

Is India's telecom sector heading towards monopoly?

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Celeb Chat

I would not want to do another 'Ullozhukku': Christo Tomy

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Travel

Overtourism: How is it affecting tourist spots?

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NEWS

10-Minute Grocery Apps Taking Over India

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ENTERTAINMENT

How 'Gaganachari' brings sci-fi to Malayalam cinema

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ENTERTAINMENT

Darshana Rajendran, Roshan Mathew says it is an actor's dream to be challenged and 'Paradise' offered them that

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ENTERTAINMENT

Anju in 'Ullozhukku' is neither black nor white nor grey- Parvathy

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Sports
Olympics fever builds up in Paris ahead of opening ceremony

Hours after a sabotage attack on the high-speed TGV rail network caused travel chaos across France, crowds gathered along the banks of the river.
Career & Campus
Collectors' Super 100, TVM's heroic scheme to empower poor girls, enter second year

The project is jointly organised by the Thiruvananthapuram District Administration and the NGO Kanal.
Kerala
Kasaragod police arrest 'conwoman' Sruthi Chandrashekaran from lodge in Udupi

She is accused of often posing as an ISRO employee, Income Tax sub-inspector, civil service aspirant or bank employee, and defrauding her victims by promising to marry them.

Movie Review

July 26, 2024

'Level Cross' review: Plotline thrills, but uneven treatment dampens intrigue

July 26, 2024

'Raayan' review: Dhanush's stellar performance and A R Rahman's score shine amidst a thin storyline

July 20, 2024

'Vishesham' review | A feel-good family drama with a distinctive tone

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Dazzling ceremony marks start of Paris Olympics
Olympics fever builds up in Paris ahead of opening ceremony
Indians in action at Paris 2024 Olympics on Saturday
Winning opening match vital to set the tone, says Sreejesh

Kerala
Jaundice hits Malappuram again; 102 affected, school closed

The source of the outbreak is yet to be identified.
Kerala
Thrissur fraud: Woman techie who siphoned off Rs 20 cr surrenders in Kollam

The accused transferred Rs 80 lakh from April 2024 from the digital personal loan account of the company to her own account.
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Daily News Dose: Pak trying to stay relevant using terrorism, proxy wars, says PM Modi | July 26, 2024

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Sports
Indians in action at Paris 2024 Olympics on Saturday

India open their campaign against the Kiwis in men's hockey.
Paris 2024 Olympics

Sports
Winning opening match vital to set the tone, says Sreejesh

The veteran goalkeeper is determined to go out on a high.
Sports
Women's Asia Cup: India hammer Bangladesh, book final berth

Seamer Renuka Singh Thakur and spinner Radha Yadav took three wickets each as India restricted Bangladesh to 80/8 before opener Shafali Verma and Smriti Mandhana chased it down in just 11 overs.

Sports
Fahadh Faasil all praise for Muthoot Football Academy players ahead of UK tour

Muthoot Football Academy is among the three Indian teams selected for the fifth edition of the Premier League Next Generation Cup.
Kerala
5 young climate activists raise money to set up rooftop solar system in Kasaragod anganwadi

The project will not only make the anganwadi self-sufficient in energy but also generate additional income for the institute.
LifeStyle
How to have flaxseeds to lose weight and for good skin

Powdered or ground flaxseeds are easier to digest than whole seeds as this version can help your body absorb nutrients, protein, fibre and fats better.

TRAVEL

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Nepal's Bhaktapur: What to see in Asia's cleanest city?
Singapore is the most powerful passport in the world: What's India's position?
Shorannur – Kannur passenger extended for 3 more months, allowed stop in Payyoli
Malabar River Fest begins with international participation: What to see at the event?

Career & Campus
Kerala PSC faces backlash over 10% error rate in exam questions

Questions prepared by different experts are kept in sealed covers well in advance of the examination and are selected through a draw of lots.
Kerala
Temple priest in Idukki buys Kerala lottery ticket over phone, wins Rs 1 crore

Namboothiri who is a native of Kottayam shifted to Meppara 20 years ago.
Career & Campus
Project to help girls complete degree courses launched in Malappuram

It is estimated that around 12 per cent of girls discontinue their degree courses in Malappuram district.

LIFESTYLE

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How to have flaxseeds to lose weight and for good skin
What is Teflon flu? Know the symptoms and how to prevent them
Contemporary TVPM house exudes magnificence due to its exceptional design
This 69-year-old 'weight lifter mummy’ can do a 60-kg deadlift: Is it safe?

Kerala
Aroor-Thuravoor elevated highway: Amicus Curiae says previous recommendations not fully implemented

According to the collector’s report, the works should have been completed by July 16.
Kerala
16 persons bitten by stray dogs in 2 days in Sulthan Bathery

The recurring stray dog attacks have triggered fear among the people residing in the locality.
Entertainment
'Level Cross' review: Plotline thrills, but uneven treatment dampens intrigue

The desert is an interesting setting but the filmmaker has, at times, failed to use it quite convincingly in the narrative.

Kerala
Ankola landslide: No human presence found yet, floating platform to be readied for divers

Defence PRO Athul Pillai said that divers were unable to search the deep waters due to strong currents.
Entertainment
'Raayan' review: Dhanush's stellar performance and A R Rahman's score shine amidst a thin storyline

This movie is definitely a must-see in theatres, with its effects and slow-motion scenes crafted perfectly for the big screen.
Entertainment
From 'Chutney Sambar' to 'Paradise': New OTT releases this week

We bring you a list of films and series that are streaming on various OTT platforms.

Kerala
Mortal remains of Idukki student who died in Latvia to be brought home soon

On July 18, he drowned in a canal while he went to bathe in the water body along with his friends.
Kerala
Two killed as car catches fire in Thiruvalla's Vengal, suicide suspected

A man and woman were killed, police are yet to identiy the bodies.
LifeStyle
What is Teflon flu? Know the symptoms and how to prevent them

The coating on the pans may disintegrate when it is heated above 500 degrees Fahrenheit (260 degrees Celsius).

Kerala
Thrissur fraud: Woman tech lead siphoned off Rs 20 cr using 5 accounts in 5 yrs

She transferred Rs 80 lakhs from April 2024 from the digital personal loan account of the company to her own account.
News
Rashtrapati Bhavan's Durbar Hall renamed 'Ganatantra Mandap'

Rashtrapati Bhavan, the office and the residence of the president of India, is a symbol of the nation, and an invaluable heritage of the people.
Kerala
Kumki elephants on patrol to save Wayanad's Muthumari villagers from wild jumbos

The Kumki elephants Unnikrishnan and Bharath have started patrolling the jungle hamlet.

LifeStyle
Contemporary TVPM house exudes magnificence due to its exceptional design

Designed in 2400 sqft, this contemporary house has a sit-out, living and dining areas, courtyard, kitchen with a work area, and two bedrooms on the ground floor.
LifeStyle
This 69-year-old 'weight lifter mummy’ can do a 60-kg deadlift: Is it safe?

Delhi-based Roshni Devi has been inspiring many online through her gym videos.
Kerala
Woman manager transfers Rs 20 cr to family accounts, wanted for fraud in Thrissur fin firm

The accused is the general manager of the firm.

News
French high-speed rail network lines sabotaged hours before start of Olympics

Government officials denounced the acts, though they said there was no immediate sign of a direct link to the Olympics.
News
Swarm of bees surround IndiGo flight in Mumbai airport, trip delayed

The bees swarmed around the flight after 80 per cent of the boarding was completed.
Travel
Nepal's Bhaktapur: What to see in Asia's cleanest city?

The city with its ancient monuments was enlisted by UNESCO as the World Heritage Monument Zone in 1979.

Travel
Singapore is the most powerful passport in the world: What's India's position?

France, Italy, Germany, Spain and Japan tied in the second place have access to 192 countries.
Travel
Shorannur – Kannur passenger extended for 3 more months, allowed stop in Payyoli

The passenger was initially introduced as a temporary train from July 2 – 31.
Travel
Malabar River Fest begins with international participation: What to see at the event?

The event has participants from across India and abroad and will wrap up on July 28.

Kerala
22 years of Kumarakom boat accident - remembering 29 lives & tragedy caused by 'human error'

A-53, the boat owned by Kerala State Water Transport Department (SWTD), sank near Kumarakom on July 27, 2002, merely 25 minutes after it set out from Muhamma jetty at 5.35 am.
Kerala
Patient dies after ambulance collides with car at Cherthala

The deceased was identified as Udayan, a native of SL Puram.
Career & Campus
Earn $1,000 monthly & more with Saudi university's research internship

Undergraduate students pursuing a three-year or longer degree course and postgraduate students.

Kerala
Thrissur gold robbery, police suspect Thiruvananthapuram gang, statewide search launched

The gold was robbed from workers by luring them to a lodge in Thrissur.
News
Has PM Modi washed hands of his govt's role in pension for 'Agniveers'

'Should Modi take the blame now for the Agniveers who will turn pensioners in 30 years?' the PM said during Kargil Vijay Diwas commemoration.
LifeStyle
Chetan Bhagat on age of attention war, possible solutions

Bhagat believes that Instagram and YouTube are big players in the age of attention war and that it has become increasingly hard to write simple books that can compete with them.

Kerala
Union budget: Kerala among states with least railway fund allocation

The Centre has failed to commission even a single kilometre of track in the state for passenger trains during the last 30 years.
Kerala
Nipah in Kerala: 66 samples tested negative till Jul 25; 8 symptomatic people under treatment

Karnataka govt asks people to avoid visiting Malappuram.
Food
The hidden dangers of dirty scrubbers and how to clean them

The sponge that helps wash away food particles from dishes often retains remnants of food waste, becoming a breeding ground for microbes.

Kerala
Why are PWD buildings some of the worst kept structures in Kerala

If in Kerala there were just buildings constructed by the Public Works Department (PWD), the state would have looked like a nearly deserted creepy land.
News
President Murmu, PM Modi pay tributes to Kargil war heroes

On July 26, 1999, India announced its successful culmination of 'Operation Vijay' ending a three-month-long battle in Kargil.
Sports
Kerala girl Tilotama Ikareth carries Olympic torch in France

She carried the Olympic torch along with 23 other para-taekwondo athletes.

Kerala
KASP scheme struggles as new memberships halt amid Centre-State dispute

Those who received ration cards after 2018 have been tirelessly seeking inclusion in the scheme, with many of these applicants living in extreme poverty.
Kerala
Ankola landslide: Search for Arjun enters 11th day; Kerala ministers to reach Shirur

Kerala ministers Mohammed Riyas and A K Saseendran will reach the site by noon.
Entertainment
'Thangalaan' and 'Kanguva' gear up for mega release in Kerala

‘Thangalaan’ is slated to have a global release on August 15, while 'Kanguva' is gearing up for release on October 10.

Kerala
Two die after being hit by train while crossing railway track in Kozhikode

People are reluctant to use railway overbridges and opt to cross the track directly, causing accidents, officials said.
News
Kamala Harris signals shift in US Gaza policy, asks Netanyahu, Hamas to end war

Harris also called for the establishment of a Palestinian state
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (26-07-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.

Kerala
HC seeks explanation from govt on dilapidated state of Thrissur-Kuttippuram road

The reconstruction of the 33.2-kilometre road from Thrissur city to Kuttippuram began in 2021.
Sports
What you need to know about the Paris 2024 opening ceremony

For the first time, the Games' opening ceremony will not take place in a stadium.
Entertainment
'Indians speak English?' 'Kamala's nephew': Kerala rapper Hanumankind faces racism after 'Big Dawgs' goes global

While one user was shocked to learn that Indians speak any English at all, another said this track would be the artist's ticket out of his 'call-centre' job.

Kerala
Kayamkulam Police arrest man accused in fake passport case after 30 years

The accused Shahil Hameed was taken into custody from his house in Kayamkulam.
Kerala
Union Budget reflects quest for inclusive growth; slow private investment, food inflation remain concerns: Dharmakirti Joshi

Joshi, a seasoned researcher and consultant in economics, was delivering the 25th Malayala Manorama Budget lecture.
Kerala
Malappuram man held for extorting Rs 15 lakh from fuel station staff by promising role in movies

Puthukkad Police arrested Niyas, 40, for cheating a youngster from Amballur.

News
Ministry says NEET-UG revised results to be published soon after incorrect link appears on NTA site

The link that read 'Click here for NEET 2024 Revised Score Card!' was an old one, the ministry said.
Kerala
Search for Arjun: Divers not to be deployed until river current stabilises, thermal imaging crucial

Local MLA Satish Sail has accused Kerala 'people' of delaying the search operation in the river.
Kerala
Kerala Sahitya Akademi awards for 2023 announced

Haritha Savithri's 'Zin' was chosen for the best Novel prize.

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Daily News Dose: Delhi court extends judicial custody of Arvind Kejriwal in excise scam case | July 25, 2024

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Entertainment
Int'l Documentary and Short Film Fest to open with film on photographer who caught horrors of apartheid

Long and short documentaries, short films, animation, music videos and campus films will also be showcased at the festival, which will open in the state capital on Friday.
LifeStyle
Heat altering effects and quality of medicines?

Heat waves also increase the risk of deterioration for nearly all medications, whether capsules, sprays, tablets, syrups, or some other form, if they are not kept within a certain temperature range.

Travel
Flight services hit due to Mumbai rains: IndiGo, Air India issue travel advisories

The local train services are also affected in Mumbai due to reduced visibility caused by winds and heavy rains.
Travel
Vande Bharat sleeper train enters testing stage, launch likely by Independence Day: Know more

The Railway Board might allot two Vande Bharat sleeper trains to Kerala.
Kerala
Ankola landslide: From drones to GPR, here's a list of equipment & devices used for search op

Advanced Intelligent Underground Buried Object Detection-based drone was used to detect the truck trapped under the Gangavali River.

Kerala
IMA calls itself a charitable body but HC brings doctors' club under GST net

The IMA argued in court that since itself and its member doctors were one, it was illogical to assume that it could supply goods and services to itself.
Entertainment
How Vidyasagar picked ‘Entharo Mahanubhavulu’ and lifted Devadoothan’s musical spirit

Raghunath Paleri, who wrote the film said he had chosen another Carnatic kriti for the sequence and it was Vidyasagar who came up with ‘Endaro Mahanubhavulu.'
News
Understanding employee group insurance: A guide for employees

Group medical insurance policies offer numerous advantages that go beyond just healthcare coverage, making them a vital component of employee benefits.

Kerala
Ramabhandran murder: 14, including CPM activist, found guilty for 2010 crime

The verdict was given by the Thiruvananthapuram CBI special court.
Kerala
'Can't tie down person to religion of birth': HC permits rectification in school certificates

The petitioners, aged 24 and 25, were born to Hindu parents and followed Hindu religion till May 2017. The petitioners got converted to Christianity by getting baptized.
Kerala
Ankola landslide: Drone locates Arjun's truck on riverbed, Navy stops search op due to strong currents

The surveillance using drone will help the rescuers to assess the truck's exact position including its depth from the surface of the river.

Sports
When Kerala badminton player Arathi chose to dictate her career

New coach and younger doubles partner add wings to her dreams.
Entertainment
After wax statue, Shah Rukh Khan now honoured with gold coin in his name

A paparazzi shared the update on Instagram with a photo of the coin featuring SRK's likeness.
Sports
Paris Olympics: Indian women's archery team ranks 4th, to compete in quarterfinals

Ankita Bhakat bagged the 11th spot with a season-best score of 666, Deepika Kumari settled for 23rd place.

Career & Campus
Class 6 admissions in Navodaya Vidyalayas: Last date to apply is September 16

The CBSE curriculum is followed from Class 6 to 8.
Entertainment
Dhanush draws flak for trying to portray that he was an outsider when he started out

The actor's statement about 'being from the street' has angered netizens with many calling out the actor for trying to claim he had it difficult when he became an actor.
News
Cloudburst triggers flash flood in Himachal; part of Leh-Manali highway closed

A total of 49 people have died in rain-related incidents in the state since June 27.

Travel
Kochi airport: Smart gates for international travellers, with 20-second self-immigration facility to be launched

CIAL has begun setting up facilities, dedicating eight lanes to biometric e-gates for the speedy process.
LifeStyle
Head and neck cancer: Why is it common in India? Symptoms, causes and more

Tobacco and alcohol use are the primary risk factors for head and neck cancers in India.
Kerala
Wild gaur on the loose travels around 10 km, darted at Pirappancode in TVM

The rapid response team which tracked the gaur darted the animal near a temple.

Kerala
Hours-long haphazard parking on streets chokes Kochi, finds new study

Mobility plan study pitches for 'proof of parking' to get the vehicle registered.
Olympics Diary

Sports
Clicking selfie with Nadal, a pure fan-boy moment

However, the Nadal I saw at the media centre was entirely different. He looked calm and friendly.
Sports
Olympic football: Argentina declared lost two hours after scoring dramatic equaliser against Morocco

The decision ruling out the goal was delivered about two hours after play was suspended when the teams re-emerged on to the pitch to finish the match in an empty stadium.

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News
Brakes of economy have fallen off but govt's horn keeps getting louder: Shashi Tharoor

‘The budget in many ways is an emblem of the govt’s economic mismanagement and financial recklessness,’ Tharoor said.
LifeStyle
Buying sofas: These tips help you find durable, cost-effective and stylish pieces

Do not choose a readymade couch set just by looking at the way they have been displayed at the showroom.
News
Kamal Harris attacks Trump in first campaign rally, says contest between former prosecutor and convicted felon

Speaking about her record as a tough prosecutor in California, Harris, 59, said she took on perpetrators of all kinds.

News
Heavy rain batters Gujarat; 8 killed, over 800 relocated

Train services were also affected in some areas.
News
Passing torch to next generation: Joe Biden on exiting presidential race

‘I revere this office,’ Biden said. ‘But I love my country more.’
News
Three electrocuted in Pune floods; heavy rain in Mumbai

Several schools and colleges have declared a holiday in view of the heavy rainfall warning.

Kerala
Ankola landslide: Iboard drone to determine truck's position; strong current poses challenge for divers

On Wednesday, search operations confirmed that the truck driven by Arjun, a native of Kannadikkal in Kozhikode, is trapped on the riverbed of the Gangavali River.
Kerala
Ankola landslide | Cyber attack against Arjun's family, complaint filed for misquoting mother

The remarks made during the press conference were edited and disseminated.