Onmanorama | Kerala News | Breaking News | India | Lifestyle | Entertainment

ALL STORIES

News
Series of earthquakes rattle Taiwan, centred on east coast

Beginning Monday night and continuing into the early hours of Tuesday, over 80 earthquakes were reported
Sports
IPL 2024: Jaiswal's ton and Sandeep Sharma's fifer give RR big win over MI

Jaiswal was unbeaten on 104 in the Royals' 9-wicket win after Sharma's 5/18 restricted MI to 179/9.
Kerala
Elderly man mauled to death by his buffalo in Kozhikode

The 72-year-old died after being attacked from behind by his buffalo on the road.

VIDEO

What Kerala talked about in Lok Sabha election campaign | Election tracker - 7

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Ranveer Singh takes legal action against AI-generated deepfake criticizing government
Mohanlal shares sneak peek of 'L360' first-day shoot
Will not be making a movie on Rahim's life: Blessy on Boby Chemmanur's offer
'No one can surpass you': Nivin Pauly reignites stardom with 'Varshangalkku Shesham'

PODCASTS

DAILY NEWS DOSE

Israeli strikes on Rafah kill dozens, mostly children | Apr 21, 2024

PLAY

START ACTION CUT

Decoding Hindi movie Amar Singh Chamkila (EP 70)

PLAY

NEWS BRAKE

Breaking barriers of colour, gender & caste in classical arts: Dr Neena Prasad

PLAY

NEWS BRAKE

Electoral bonds on trial: Behind the Supreme Court verdict | Ep 104

PLAY

START ACTION CUT

Poacher: The real vs the cinematic - journalist who broke the news analyses missing links (EP 63)

PLAY

Kerala
Is Modi a fiscal Santa or bully? What BJP’s Annamalai claimed and reality

BJP's Tamil Nadu chief picked two aspects of fiscal federalism to establish that PM Modi, contrary to being a state-smotherer, was a benevolent statesman.
Kerala
Lok Sabha polls: Hibi, Shine seek support of Ernakulam’s star voter, Mammootty

Hibi Eden of the UDF is the sitting MP while LDF's K J Shine is a debutant.
NOMADIC INSIGHTS

News
Column| Climate change and 2024 Lok Sabha elections

The manifesto of most political parties mentioned climatic change as an issue of least priority, often placed at the end of the document.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

From chocolate to coffee, food species on the brink of extinction
Tired of rolling chapatis everyday? Try these tricks to store them
Does salt have an expiry date? Know facts about this flavour enhancer
Easy homemade coconut popsicles

ONMANORAMA VIDEOS

What's your point

CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

PLAY

KNOW YOUR CANDIDATE

Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

View

Kerala Sports Week

Samson's Power & Blasters' Form | Kerala Sports Week Ep12

Play

ENTERTAINMENT

Bollywood Films Beyond Propaganda

View

BATTLE OF BALLOTS

SHAFI PARAMBIL

View

Battle of Ballots

K K SHAILAJA

View

Battle of Ballots

K. SURENDRAN

View

Battle of Ballots

ANNIE RAJA

View

Election Promo

Battle of Ballots

View

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Opposition calls out Modi's speech on 'redistribution of wealth' | Apr 22, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Kerala
BJP candidate Suresh Gopi's poster featuring actor Innocent triggers row

BJP was forced to remove the posters after Innocent's family raised objection.
Kerala
Frame laws to conduct Thrissur Pooram, don't let police intervene in customs: Thiruvambady Devaswom

They welcomed the government's decision to transfer Thrissur city police commissioner Ankit Asokan.

Movie Review

April 21, 2024

Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer': A harrowing tale of sexual assault and stalking | Analysis

April 12, 2024

'Aavesham': Fahadh Faasil reigns supreme as 'Ranga' in Jithu Madhavan's comedy-entertainer | Movie Review

April 12, 2024

'Varshangalkku Sesham' Review | A bittersweet tribute to tinsel town’s oddball residents

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

IPL 2024: Jaiswal's ton and Sandeep Sharma's fifer give RR big win over MI
Virat Kohli slapped with fine for breaching IPL Code of Conduct
Laver Cup could well be Nadal's swansong
X-factor bowlers will make the difference in T20 World Cup: Sammy

LS POLLS

Kerala
PIL in HC seeks rejection of Rajeev Chandrasekhar's nomination

The petitioners urged the High Court to direct the returning officer to pass a reasoned order on their complaints within two days.
Podcast
Start, Action, Cut - Decoding Hindi movie Amar Singh Chamkila (EP 70)

In this episode of Start Action Cut, Kannan and Padmakumar are analysing the Hindi movie Amar Singh Chamkila directed by Imtiaz Ali. The film stars Diljit Dosanjh and Parineeti Chopra in the lead.
Sports
Virat Kohli slapped with fine for breaching IPL Code of Conduct

Kohli was hauled up for expressing dissent against the umpire's decision.

Vantage Point

Column | Underwood & Bedi - master craftsmen

Dr KN Raghavan

Entertainment
Ranveer Singh takes legal action against AI-generated deepfake criticizing government

Ranveer opted to address the matter through legal channels and lodged a police complaint against those responsible for spreading the misleading video.
Kerala
Alappuzha man kills sister, buries body on house premises

According to police, Benny killed Rosamma by smashing her head with a hammer following an argument.
Kerala
Thrissur Pooram disrupted to facilitate BJP's win in constituency: Congress

K Muraleedharan, senior Congress leader and the Lok Sabha candidate for Thrissur, further called for a judicial investigation into the events following Pooram.

Sports
Laver Cup could well be Nadal's swansong

This will be the 22-time Grand Slam champion's fourth appearance at the three-day team tournament, which pits six top men's players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the world.
News
Election Commission declines to comment on Modi's constroversial poll speech

Modi on Sunday raked up the bogey of Muslim population and portrayed Congress as a 'mangalsutra snatcher'.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Mired in debt and loss, Kerala farmers lose faith in elections

Among farmers who have been hit most hard with price fall are the rubber cultivators, most of them settled in central Kerala.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Lok Sabha Election 2024: Expat voters from the Gulf arrive in chartered flights to cast votes
It’s Human to Travel
Water Metro starts service to Fort Kochi
Why is Spain's Canary Islands protesting against tourism? Details

Sports
X-factor bowlers will make the difference in T20 World Cup: Sammy

Sammy, who captained the West Indies to both their T20 World Cup titles, expected the batting carnage to continue in the June showpiece.
LS POLLS

Kerala
'God-fearing people won’t make such remarks,' KC Venugopal slams Modi’s Rajasthan speech

Modi had suggested that the Congress would redistribute people's wealth to Muslims if it comes to power.
LifeStyle
10 hacks to control sugar cravings

Diabetic patients may feel sugar cravings when their blood sugar level plummets.

LIFESTYLE

Stay Updated with Onmanorama Life and Style hacks.

10 hacks to control sugar cravings
Researchers find new plant species in Nelliyampathy
Stroke: How crucial is the first few hours? Can you return to life?
Once arid, this quaint Indian suburb shows world an emulative green transformation

Sports
Catalytic force behind Chennai's chess revolution

Several Grandmasters have come out of Velammal Institutions since 2005.
Kerala
Sharon murder: SC rejects Greeshma's pleas seeking rejection of final report

Greeshma's plea was an appeal against the High Court decision.
LifeStyle
Researchers find new plant species in Nelliyampathy

The new species was named Stellaria mcclintockiae in honour of the renowned geneticist Barbara McClintock.

Travel
Lok Sabha Election 2024: Expat voters from the Gulf arrive in chartered flights to cast votes

Expatriate voters arrive mostly in Northern Kerala.
Alien on a Shoestring

Travel
It’s Human to Travel

It was the great Indian writer SK Pottekkat who sowed the seed of travel in me.
Career & Campus
CUET-UG to be completed in seven days, offline test for 15 subjects

For 15 subjects, tests will be in pen-paper mode and for the other 48 subjects the exam will be held in computer-based mode.

Entertainment
Mohanlal shares sneak peek of 'L360' first-day shoot

Taking to his official Twitter handle, Mohanlal offered fans a glimpse behind the scenes of 'L360' as filming commenced.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Prakash Raj slams Rajeev Chandrasekhar for ignoring Karnataka as Rajya Sabha MP

Prakash Raj said that this was one of the most important elections of all times.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Shafi Parambil sends legal notice to KK Shailaja for 'trying to tarnish his name'

Shafi claimed that by naming him as the source of the obscene videos, the LDF candidate had tried to demean him in public.

LifeStyle
Stroke: How crucial is the first few hours? Can you return to life?

Strokes are no longer limited to older adults. More and more people under 50 are experiencing strokes, a trend doctors call 'Young Stroke.'
LifeStyle
Once arid, this quaint Indian suburb shows world an emulative green transformation

Bijapur, now Vijayapura, known for its aridity and brutal summers, is slowly blossoming into a green paradise. It had two things going for it: political will as well as push from people.
Videos
BJP won’t win a single seat in Kerala: CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

Senior journalist and CPM’s Rajya Sabha member John Brittas speaks to Onmanorama about the Left front’s election strategies in Kerala, the challenges BJP faces and his predictions for the INDIA bloc.

Sports
Those 15 minutes were probably the most stressful: Gukesh after historic triumph

The Chennai-based teen bettered Gary Kasparov's record by quite a distance.
Kerala
Scorching heat continues in Kerala: Yellow alert in 10 districts till April 25

Kollam and Thrissur districts are likely to record the highest temperature of 39 degrees Celsius in the state.
Kerala
CM recommends transfer of top cops in Thrissur over Pooram row

Kerala state police chief will conduct a probe and submit a report within a week.

Kerala
Thrissur Pooram: Home dept orders probe into complaints against police

Thrissur Pooram on April 19 encountered issues due to the police's use of excessive force to control the festival crowd.
Kerala
Voter impersonation: Four polling officials arrested in Kozhikode

On Saturday, the district collector suspended the officials who were in charge of the vote-from-home initiative.
Kerala
District Police Chief blocked mahouts from feeding elephants during Thrissur Pooram, video out

Chief Minister said a serious probe would be held into the complaints raised by Paramekkavu and Thiruvambady Devaswom committees and members of the public .

LS POLLS

Kerala
Rahul Gandhi falls ill; to skip LS poll campaigns in Kerala tomorrow

Wayanad: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi who is contesting as UDF candidate from Wayanad called off his programmes in Kerala after falling sick due to food poisoning. The sitting Wayanad MP has planned to attend election campaign meetings in Kerala on April 22, Monday. Kerala Pradesh Congress
LS POLLS

News
Cong's plan to reduce inequality in society 'will not spare mangalsutra of my mothers, sisters': PM Modi

Congress will collect gold of mothers and sisters and give it to Muslims, says Modi in Rajasthan election speech.
News
India is the second-largest source country for new citizens in US: Report

The percentage of foreign-born individuals who are naturalized varies by several factors, including country of origin.

LS POLLS

Kerala
2024 polls to decide one person should not be PM: John Brittas | Interview

The CPM MP said the BP will not win a single seat from Kerala in the Lok Sabha polls.
News
Landslide win for pro-China leader Mohamed Muizzu's party in Maldives vote

Muizzu's administration is in the process of sending home a garrison of 89 Indian troops who patrol the Maldives' vast maritime borders.
LS POLLS

News
Repolling underway at 11 booths in Manipur following Apr 19 violence

The repolling began at 7 am.

Kerala
Man who broke into director Joshiy's house arrested in Uduppi

He drove to Kerala from Mumbai and broke into the house alone. Jewellery worth over Rs 1 cr was looted.
Career & Campus
Making informed career choices: Check out this free workshop by Horizon in Kattappana

Join career guru Mr Jomy PL in this one-of-a-kind workshop.
Kerala
Nimishapriya’s mother arrives in Aden; set to travel to Sanaa today

Efforts are underway to secure the release of the death row prisoner with blood money.

News
Opposition calls out Modi's speech on 'redistribution of wealth'

PM has new tactics for diverting attention from real issues, says Rahul Gandhi
Kerala
‘Robin Hood of Bihar’ arrested for burglary at director Joshiy’s house

Joshiy's Prithviraj starrer 'Robinhood' (2009) narrated the tale of a high-tech ATM thief.
Career & Campus
Delhi University to start PG admissions from April 25

The dates for the UG admissions will be declared by middle of May.

Kerala
Kozhikode ICU sexual assault case: North Zone IG takes over further probe

The survivor launched an indefinite strike in front of Kozhikode City Police Commissioner on April 18.
Entertainment
Will not be making a movie on Rahim's life: Blessy on Boby Chemmanur's offer

He added that he didn't see the offer as positive and doubted it would pique his interest.
Kerala
Man who broke into director Joshiy's house is accused in 19 cases across 6 states: Commissioner

According to the Commissioner, Irfan had stolen valuables worth approximately Rs 1.20 crore.

Videos
There's a false narrative that something is wrong with secularism due to BJP: Anil Antony

BJP candidate in Pathanamthitta constituency and former Congress leader Anil Antony speaks to Onmanorama.
Entertainment
'No one can surpass you': Nivin Pauly reignites stardom with 'Varshangalkku Shesham'

In the past few years, Nivin hasn't had a string of successful releases, with films like 'Ramachandra Boss & Co' and 'Thuramukham' failing to make a mark at the box office.
Sports
New method led to Kohli's controversial dismissal

The ball's projected height was found to be lower than Kohli's waist, leading to the third umpire ruling him out.

WORLD EARTH DAY

Food
From chocolate to coffee, food species on the brink of extinction

Here are some foods that could disappear from our tables sooner than we think.
Entertainment
Aadujeevitham' soars past Rs 150 crore mark, continues box office triumph

In his post, Prithviraj unveiled a striking new poster of the film, adorned with the words "150 cr+ GBOC 25 days”.
Sports
Candidates Chess: Gukesh becomes youngest champion, to challenge for world title

Last year, he won a silver medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games.

Kerala
They find a Dalit student and use all means to stop his education, says Malayali PhD scholar suspended by TISS

Ramadas Prini Sivanandan was suspended and debarred for two years from Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS) alleging 'anti-national' activities.
ELECTION YARN

Kerala
Why Chirakkal's communist victory made waves in Soviet Russia

On August 16, 1949, for the first time in India, a communist party was elected through voting to govern a local body.
News
IRDAI scraps age limit on health insurance purchase

There is no limit on AYUSH treatment coverage.

News
Rocket attack from Iraq targets US military base in Syria

It comes a day after Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani returned from a visit to the US, where he met with President Joe Biden.
Entertainment
Nayanthara's picture-perfect love: Actress shares sweet moments with Vignesh Shivan

In the pictures, the two can be seen holding hands and hugging each other.
Entertainment
Actor Kunjan's daughter Swathi Kunjan ties the knot with Abhinand Basant

Actors like Sreenivasan, Balachandra Menon, Bindu Panicker, and Kunchacko Boban were among the distinguished guests who celebrated the joyous occasion.

LifeStyle
Column | When an Irish-American found his fortune in Alappuzha

James Darragh was the key player in revolutionising the Alappuzha coir industry.
Sports
Bellingham's strike hands Real comeback win over Barcelona in El Clasico

The result left second-placed Barca 11 points adrift of the leaders with six games left.
Sports
Column | Underwood & Bedi - master craftsmen

Though they were both left-arm orthodox spin bowlers, they were as different a chalk and cheese.

LifeStyle
How to start the week with a good stretching routine?

It is important to stretch well before and after your exercise routines too.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (23-04-2024)

Some people have been advised to be on their guard, while others can relax as a few tasks may led them to success.
Sports
IPL 2024: Sai Kishore spins it Gujarat Titans' way

With 42 runs to get off 30 balls, Titans eventually recorded a comfortable win in 19.1 overs courtesy a pressure releasing cameo from Rahul Tewatia (36 not out off 16).

Sports
Manchester United battle past Coventry in FA Cup semifinal

Casemiro missed a spot kick for United in the shootout but they hit back and Rasmus Hojlund's penalty sent them into the final against Manchester City.
Travel
Water Metro starts service to Fort Kochi

The ticket from High Court Junction to Fort Kochi is priced at Rs 40. Service will be conducted every 20 minutes.
Kerala
Man who stole gold, money pretending to be home nurse arrested

The accused Madhusoothanan stole four sovereigns of gold and Rs 25,000 cash.

Sports
IPL 2024: KKR vs RCB in pix

KKR jumped to second spot in the standings with 10 points from seven games, while RCB remain at the bottom with just two points from eight outings.
News
Lanka car racing accident claims seven lives

The accident happened when a competing car in the racing event held at the central hill resort of Diyathalawa veered off the track and collided with the spectators.
Sports
IPL 2024: KKR snatch one-run win over RCB

RCB were bowled out for 221 in their pursuit of 223 despite three sixes by Karn Sharma off Mitchell Starc in the final over.

Kerala
2 booked for sharing fake video of K K Rema

A case was registered against P Sathyan and Saseendran Vadakara after receiving a complaint from Rema, said police.
Sports
Virat Kohli loses cool after falling to marginal call

Kohli was caught and bowled by Harshit Rana off a full toss for 18 in RCB's chase of 223. Kohli, who was batting outside his crease, was quick to refer for a no-ball.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Uninspiring candidates and insipid campaigns throw up a tight fight in Kannur

UDF is reportedly riding on anti-incumbency waves against state and Union governments to overcome Sudhakaran's shortcomings.

Podcast
Daily News Dose: Israeli strikes on Rafah kill dozens, mostly children | Apr 21, 2024

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Videos
Kuttanadan Power & Dynamic Duo | Kerala Sports Week Ep 14

Kerala Sports Week is a one-stop shop for all major developments in Kerala Sports in a week. The highlight of the show is the announcement of the Kerala Sportsperson of The Week at the end.
News
Congress, RJD workers clash with each other at INDIA bloc rally in Ranchi; several injured

According to reports, the dispute took place between supporters of RJD and a Congress candidate from Chatra, K N Tripathi.

LifeStyle
This Kollam home is an ode to slick architecture and modern technology

This smart home is endowed with an intriguing design and the modern technology used here makes life easy and safe.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Cong complains against Thomas Isaac over Kudumbashree campaign materials

The complaint states that Isaac's campaign material, "Ennum Kudumbashreekkoppam" (With Kudumbashree, Always), has been widely distributed in the constituency.
LifeStyle
Clove tea: An aromatic drink for weight loss

Cloves are loaded with manganese, vitamin K and fibre that can prevent indigestion, reduce inflammation, fight bacteria and ensure oral health.

Travel
Why is Spain's Canary Islands protesting against tourism? Details

The organisations say local authorities should temporarily limit visitor numbers to alleviate pressure on the islands' environment, infrastructure and housing stock, and put curbs on property purchases by foreigners.
Kerala
Congress leaders facing cyber attack, not CPM: VD Satheesan

He also criticised the government for blaming the police commissioner for the events at the venue.
LS POLLS

Kerala
Rajeev Chandrasekhar files complaint with DGP; Tharoor booked over 'cash for vote' remark

In an interview he gave a channel, Tharoor had allegedly accused Chandrasekhar of doling out money in exchange for votes from religious organisations.

Travel
When Mohanlal explored the home of glorious sunsets

Noted writer R Ramanand accompanied actor Mohanlal on a trek to Kodachadri in Karnataka and in a detailed online post, he shared the experiences as well.
Kerala
P Chidambaram reacts to Pinarayi's criticism, announces plans to repeal CAA if INDIA bloc voted to power

The CAA will be repealed in the first session of Parliament in which the INDIA Bloc forms the government, he said.
Sports
Verstappen adds Chinese Grand Prix to his kitty

The comfortable victory from pole position at a Shanghai circuit that last hosted a Grand Prix in 2019 was Verstappen's fourth in five races in 2024 and came after he also won the season's first Saturday sprint.

Travel
India’s first electric double – decker bus to be used for city tours in TVM

Special packages for hiring the open electric double-decker bus for wedding shoots, birthday parties, and movie and ad shooting too are available.
Entertainment
Priyanka Chopra, Nick Jonas to move into renovated LA home worth Rs 1,600 crore: Report

The Hollywood Hills mansion, where Priyanka and Nick, married since 2018, reside with their two-year-old daughter Malti Marie Chopra Jonas, appears nearly complete in the latest aerial images as revealed by The Sun US.
Kerala
Is Latin Church, too, closing ranks with BJP? Conflicting signals emerge

In the latest issue of its mouthpiece 'Jeevadeepthi', an article titled 'Who Should Lead India?' reserved uncommon reverence for Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Entertainment
Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer': A harrowing tale of sexual assault and stalking | Analysis

The series gains an added layer of intrigue due to its basis on the real-life experiences of Richard Gadd, who both stars in and writes the series.
Kerala
Relatives unaware of Sheeba's debts; bank says no loan was issued to deceased

The family had agreed to assume the bank liability of Rs 15 lakh while buying the property.
Kerala
KSRTC breathalyser test beeps 137 employees, around 100 suspended

The test was conducted on the order of Kerala Transport Minister KB Ganesh Kumar.

Kerala
Strange fate: Father of Malayali woman cadet released by Iranian commandos also faced attack on ship 16 years ago

As a five-year-old child, Ann had heard from Biju about the attempt by Somalian pirates to board his vessel and how he faced the situation.
LifeStyle
These foods are all about false promises

If not consumed in healthy portion size, these food items can push anyone into obesity and digestive troubles.

BJP won’t win a single seat in Kerala: CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

Phase 1 April 19

Phase 2 April 26

Phase 3 May 7

Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

Phase 6 May 25

Phase 7 June 1

Kerala

What Kerala talked about in Lok Sabha election campaign | Election tracker - 7

Heroes take a leap of faith | Kerala Sports Week | Ep 10

Richard Gadd's 'Baby Reindeer': A harrowing tale of sexual assault and stalking | Analysis

'Aavesham': Fahadh Faasil reigns supreme as 'Ranga' in Jithu Madhavan's comedy-entertainer | Movie Review

'Varshangalkku Sesham' Review | A bittersweet tribute to tinsel town’s oddball residents