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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.

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

ENTERTAINMENT

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After 'Manjummel Boys,' Kamal Haasan invites 'Thalavan' team to Chennai office
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt's daughter files court petition to remove father's last name
Fans get a glimpse of Mohanlal, Akshay Kumar in 'Kannappa' teaser
'Aadujeevitham' OTT release to be delayed further: Reports

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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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Kerala
Swimming pool inside car: YouTuber Sanju Techy's driving license suspended for life

The department also suspended the registration of his car.
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.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Race To Paris | Kerala Sports Week Ep 17

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Make healthy and creamy oil-free mayonnaise easily at home
Tiffin-friendly carrot green peas sabji
Daily recipe for glowing skin: Tropical turmeric smoothie
No, it’s not pomegranate: Meet red corn, a colourful cousin of the popular grain

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

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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

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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Keralite makes a mark on Hungarian cricket
Sindhu, Lakshya confident of keeping the tricolour flying high in Paris
T20 World Cup: South Africa edge Nepal by one run
T20 World Cup: Black Caps notch up first win

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.
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.

Vantage Point

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

Dr KN Raghavan

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.
Kerala
Mild earthquake jolts Thrissur, Palakkad

The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that an earthquake of 3.0 magnitude was recorded.
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
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
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.

TRAVEL

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Monsoon travel: Top 10 Kerala destinations for this season
Flight tickets from UAE to Kerala cost a bomb due to Bakrid holiday season

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.
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
'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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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
How fast is too fast to shed your extra weight? Know these tips while working on your body

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.
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.

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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Food
Daily recipe for glowing skin: Tropical turmeric smoothie

Turmeric is a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant spice that helps reduce redness, acne, and inflammation, resulting in clearer and more radiant skin.

Travel
Indian Railway rolls out mini Vande Bharat in this route: How's the train different?

The mini Vande Bharat trains aim to connect eastern states with those on the northern side.
Sports
Hazlewood's run rate comment was made in jest: Cummins

Hazlewood had said on Tuesday that Australia would be happy to eliminate England in the group phase to avoid meeting them later in the tournament.
Kerala
Leakage on wall of Guruvayur temple sanctum sanctorum, engineering wing to assess cause

Due to the rainy season, water has seeped into the walls and affected the temple's mural paintings.

Sports
T20 World Cup: Afghanistan qualify for Super Eight, end of the road for Kiwis

Spearheaded by standout left-arm seamer Fazalhaq Farooqi, the Afghan bowlers kept opponents under 100 runs for the third time in their three matches in the tournament.
Travel
Lock your ticket fares now for just Rs 250 on Air India Express

The fare lock system allows the passengers to reserve the chosen fare for a set duration.
Kerala
Domestic violence case: Complainant woman refuses to join her family, flies back to Delhi

The woman told the magistrate that she was not interested to leave with her father.

Sports
Chikkamagaluru's Nosthush spins a success story in the land of baseball

The left-arm spinner from Karnataka played a key role in the US' stunning win over heavyweights Pakistan in a group match of the ongoing T20 World Cup..
Career & Campus
Girls to get free sanitary pads, restroom breaks during board exams

Free sanitary pads to be readily available at all class 10 and 12 board examination centres.
Travel
Monsoon travel: Top 10 Kerala destinations for this season

It's also important to ensure that these spots are open on the day of your visit, as some of them can close down depending on the intensity of the rainfall and the accompanying rain alert on the day.

Kerala
Suresh Gopi cancels BJP's receptions, to meet families of Kuwait tragedy victims instead

I will visit the houses of the deceased as much as possible, he declared.
Kerala
Centre denies political clearance for Kerala Health Minister to visit Kuwait

Minister Veena George had reached the airport to fly to Kuwait, where at least 23 Keralites were killed in a fire mishap.
News
Roboverse Expo: A tech wonderland for all ages; learn more about robot dogs

The exhibition features three models of robot dogs – Go 2, Air, and Pro – designed and manufactured by Unitree.

Entertainment
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan felicitates Cannes Film Festival winners Kani Kusruti, Divya Prabha

The movie revolves around two nurses, who are trying to explore their life and find a connection in Mumbai.
Kerala
School bus catches fire in Chengannur; children evacuated

The bus belongs to Sree Bhuvaneshwari English Medium School, Mannar.
Sports
Ruthless England blow away Oman in T20 World Cup demolition

The win with 101 balls remaining, and after an hour and 42 minutes, was the fastest in T20 World Cup history.

News
Kuwait fire: Death toll rises to 50 after one more Indian succumbs to injuries

Kuwaiti authorities are conducting DNA tests on the bodies of those killed in the devastating fire incident in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area.
Career & Campus
NIT Calicut slaps fine of Rs 33 lakh on 5 students to recover damages for day-long strike

The NIT has fined each student Rs 6,61,155 and urged them to respond 'positively' to its show cause within seven days.
Podcast
A perfect score & hint of grace: What's wrong with NEET-UG results? | News Brake Ep 115

Dr KM Abul Hasan, the Chairman of Indian Medical Association's Junior Doctors Network (JDN), joins News Brake this week to decode the NEET controversy.

Kerala
Kuwait fire: 24 Malayalis among 45 Indians killed | List of deceased

India's Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh travelled to Kuwait to oversee assistance to Indians injured in the fire and to ensure early repatriation of mortal remains of those killed.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (14-06-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Kerala
Wayanad cops turn heat on drug peddlers, seize assets and freeze properties

Land, bikes and cars which were registered in the name of the accused and also in the name of immediate relatives have been seized by the police.

Kerala
Renovated Kuthiran tunnel ready for reopening

Work on installing LED lights and exhaust fans have been completed.
Sports
T20 WC: Shakib shines as Bangladesh beat Netherlands to inch closer to Super 8

Bangladesh won by 25 runs afer posting 159/5.
News
Kuwait fire: 3 including foreigners held; Officials confirm short circuit as cause of tragedy

Kuwait police detained three on suspicion of manslaughter through negligence of security procedures and fire regulations.

Kerala
In a first, bird flu confirmed in crows at Muhamma in Alappuzha

Bird flu was also confirmed in chickens in the Alappuzha district.
Kerala
Kottayam youth killed in Kuwait fire identified by tattoo on hand

Srihari had just returned to Kuwait from Kerala last week on June 5.
Kerala
Mortal remains of Malayalis killed in Kuwait fire to reach Kerala by tomorrow: Reports

IAF's special flight C-130 will reach Kuwait on Thursday to repatriate the deceased.

News
Fighting Robots to hoverboards; Roboverse VR Expo offers unique experience

The expo, which began on Wednesday, will conclude on June 17, with entry hours from 10 am to 10 pm.
News
Bengaluru court issues non-bailable warrant against BJP leader Yediyurappa in POCSO case

The 81-year-old former chief minister of Karnataka is accused of molesting a 17-year-old girl.