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Young 'Ranga' in 'Aavesham' looks inspired by these cultural icons. Will it get a spinoff?

There are at least a couple of references to the younger version of Fahadh Faasil's character 'Ranga' in the Arabic world.
Kerala
Received Rs 10 lakh from Nandakumar as advance for land deal: Sobha Surendran

Nandakumar visited her for the first time to discuss a prominent CPM leader's entry to BJP, claims Sobha.
Sports
IPL 2024: Stoinis blinder powers LSG to record chase at Chepauk

LSG chased down the target of 211 with three balls to spare and completed the double over holders CSK.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Young 'Ranga' in 'Aavesham' looks inspired by these cultural icons. Will it get a spinoff?
'You are the OG Zinda Banda!' Shah Rukh Khan floored by Mohanlal's dance on 'Jawan' song
Fahadh Faasil describes how Malayalam cinema's biz model is different from rest of India's
Fahadh Faasil opens up about first foreign production audition experience

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Court extends Kejriwal's judicial custody in excise case till May 7 | Apr 23, 2024

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Decoding Hindi movie Amar Singh Chamkila (EP 70)

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

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

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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
Modi is PM only because Congress protected democracy, Constitution: Mallikarjun Kharge

The Congress president said PM Modi attacks the Nehru family as he was afraid of them.
Kerala
4 held for attacking police in an inebriated state in Alappuzha

The youth attacked the police while they were being placed under arrest after confiscating their weapons following a ruckus at a bar.
Sports
ISL: Odisha FC down Mohun Bagan in first leg

The Juggernauts thus secured their first-ever ISL win over the Mariners after nine attempts, as a game of close margins kicked off amid frenetic circumstances with all three goals being netted in the first-half of this match.

KERALA SPORTS WEEK

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

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Aromatic Kanchipuram dosa: The soul of silk city in a plate
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

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What's your point

CPM MP John Brittas | Interview

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Rahul Gandhi faces Annie Raja & Surendran in Wayanad

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Cong engages in politics of broken promises; people will give them a fitting reply: Chhattisgarh CM

During the election campaign, Vishnu Dev shared his vision for Chhattisgarh in a free-wheeling chat with Manorama.
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CPM-BJP deal true, but tough to convince people | KS Sabarinadhan Interview | What's Your Point?

Congress leader and former MLA K S Sabarinadhan speaks about the Shashi Tharoor vs Rajeev Chandrasekhar fight in Thiruvananthapuram, alleged CPM-BJP deal, Anil Antony’s chances in Pathanamthitta and more in election special episode of What’s Your Point?
Kerala
Two arrested in connection with death of Assistant Public Prosecutor Aneeshya

Aneeshya had died by suicide on January 21. The duo is accused of abetment to suicide.

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

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IPL 2024: Stoinis blinder powers LSG to record chase at Chepauk
ISL: Odisha FC down Mohun Bagan in first leg
Team India may not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: BCCI sources
Indian duo set to be indicted for match-fixing in Lanka Legends Cricket League

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Excise policy case: Delhi court extends judicial custody of Kejriwal, K Kavitha till May 7

Kejriwal was arrested by the ED on March 21, hours after the Delhi HC refused to grant him protection from coercive action by the federal anti-money laundering agency. He is currently lodged in Tihar jail.
News
Mass graves at Gaza hospitals: UN calls for international probe

More than 200 bodies of people killed and buried at Nasser hospital were uncovered, say reports.
Sports
Team India may not travel to Pakistan for Champions Trophy: BCCI sources

'There might be a change of venue, hybrid model is also possible,' said the sources.

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Column | Underwood & Bedi - master craftsmen

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Kerala
Kasaragod BLO suspended for allegedly ignoring double entry in voters' list to favour Left

The action was taken on the complaint of MSW student M V Shilparaj, a resident of Chembakranam in Cheemeni village.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Court extends Kejriwal's judicial custody in excise case till May 7 | Apr 23, 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
Exploring herbal supplements for well-being scientifically

When achieving optimal well-being using modern medicine alone presents unique challenges, taking recourse to the traditional healthcare system can be rewarding.

LifeStyle
TN uses water troughs to check human-animal conflict near forest areas

The project, now implemented in Hosur forest range of Krishnagiri district, aims to prevent human-animal conflict.
Entertainment
'You are the OG Zinda Banda!' Shah Rukh Khan floored by Mohanlal's dance on 'Jawan' song

The veteran Mollywood actor responded to Shah Rukh Khan's post on X.
Sports
Indian duo set to be indicted for match-fixing in Lanka Legends Cricket League

Former Sri Lankan captain Upul Tharanga and ex-New Zealand player Neil Broom had complained to the Special Investigation Unit of the Ministry of Sports about the approaches by Patel and Akash to fix games by under-performing in the league.

TRAVEL

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Lok Sabha Election 2024: Expat voters from the Gulf arrive in chartered flights to cast votes
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Water Metro starts service to Fort Kochi
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Kerala
Police file charge-sheet in Kalamassery blast case; Dominic Martin lone accused

The charge-sheet states he committed the crime to mark his protest against the Jehova's Witnesses sect.
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Kerala
Liquor shops to remain shut in Kerala from Wednesday to Friday

Govt issues the order in view of the Lok Sabha polls in Kerala on April 26.
Kerala
Krishnakumar's eye injury: Plot twist as cops find accused is BJP worker

Krishnakumar suspected that his political opponents had attacked him with a "strong weapon."

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Exploring herbal supplements for well-being scientifically
TN uses water troughs to check human-animal conflict near forest areas
This colonial mansion in Kanjirappally dons multiple looks from different sides
Why didn't I run: Salman Rushdie recounts stabbing in new memoir 'Knife'

Career & Campus
Become a GST Expert: Enrol in Manorama Horizon's executive course

The GST Simulation Portal, as part of the program, offers an exact interface of the GST Portal and helps you prepare with practice sessions that mirror actual GST filing processes.
Sports
Narine rules out return to international cricket

'I have made peace with that decision and whilst I never wish to disappoint, that door is now closed and I will be supporting the guys who take the field in June for West Indies,' said Narine.
Kerala
Thrissur Pooram disruption: Devaswom minister suspects conspiracy, asks police to find people behind it

'There was no dispute over displaying Ram Lalla's image as claimed by RSS, says Radhakrishnan.

Entertainment
Fahadh Faasil describes how Malayalam cinema's biz model is different from rest of India's

Despite his acclaimed performances in 'Kumbalangi Nights', 'Maheshinte Prathikaaram', 'Malik', 'Joji', and more, Faasil emphasized the ongoing lack of significant backing from OTT platforms for Malayalam cinema.
Kerala
Newborn's death: Mother to start sit-in protest at Thamarassery hospital

It is alleged that Bindu and her husband K T Gireesh lost their first child as the taluk hospital turned away the woman in labour pain.
Kerala
Pinarayi backs Anvar's 'DNA' remarks on Rahul Gandhi; Cong complains to poll body

The CM criticised Rahul's presence in Kerala, claiming he was immature and incapable of thinking independently.

News
Modi again accuses Cong of trying to distribute wealth to 'select' people

He also claimed that Congress tried to extend reservation based on religion and give it to Muslims.
Sports
Jaiswal roars back to form ahead of T20 World Cup

Jaiswal was Indian captain Rohit Sharma's opening partner in the home T20 series against Afghanistan earlier this year but his place looked under threat as he struggled for runs in the IPL -- 39 being his highest score in his first seven matches.
News
Only BJP can end misrule of TMC, says Amit Shah

BJP has a set target of winning 35 Lok Sabha seats from West Bengal.

Entertainment
Fahadh Faasil opens up about first foreign production audition experience

Fahadh stressed the necessity of understanding a character's depth and evolution to deliver a good performance.
News
Misleading ads: Was apology as big as newspaper advertisements, SC asks Patanjali

When you issue an apology, it does not mean that we have to see it by a microscope: Justice Kohli.
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People of Kerala will defeat Tharoor for his disdain and elitism: Nadda

"We are proud that our Government opens Bank Accounts for the poor!"

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Election Commission declines to comment on Modi's controversial poll speech

Modi on Sunday raked up the bogey of Muslim population and portrayed Congress as a 'mangalsutra snatcher'.
Sports
Sanju leading the side unbelievably well: Finch

The former Australian skipper shed light on how Sanju has performed this season and hailed his captaincy while highlighting 'how calm RR are when they're under pressure.'
Kerala
Bribery charges against Anil Antony: Nandakumar releases evidence

Accuses BJP's Sobha Surendran of swindling Rs 10 lakh

Kerala
Jesna missing case: CBI says ready for further probe

HC to consider plea submitted by Jesna's father on May 3.
Entertainment
Legendary singer S Janaki celebrates 86th birthday; here’s a look at her illustrious career

In a career spanning more than six decades, Janaki has been honoured with countless awards and accolades.
Kerala
Sharon murder: SC rejects Greeshma's pleas seeking rejection of final report

Greeshma's plea was an appeal against the High Court decision.

Kerala
BJP employs venomous communalism in poll campaigns: Pinarayi Vijayan

The election is an opportunity to safeguard the Constitution and its core values of secularism, democracy, freedom and national integrity, says CM.
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.
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.

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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.
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.
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.

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
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Significant harassment of media & minorities in Manipur after ethnic conflict outbreak: US report

The US assessment said religious minorities in India reported discrimination including calls for violence and the spread of misinformation.
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WHO approves new oral vaccine for cholera

Cholera is an acute diarrhoeal disease that can kill within hours if left untreated

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Explained | Palestine’s status at the UN

US vetoes Palestine’s request for full UN membership
Kerala
Kerala HC rejects petition seeking to cancel Rajeev Chandrasekhar's nomination papers

Avani Bensal and Ranjit Thomas approached the court demanding a decision within two days on the complaint.
Entertainment
Mrs Shammi is a Ranga fan too. See Grace Antony's latest reel

Many people found the expressions hilarious and appreciated the actor for posting the fun reel.

LifeStyle
This colonial mansion in Kanjirappally dons multiple looks from different sides

Designed in 4500 sqft, this colonial-style mansion has a sit-out, formal and family living areas, prayer space, dining area, kitchen with a work area, four bedrooms
Kerala
Man dies in accident on Wayanad ghat road

68-year-old man MM Abraham died after his two-wheeler collieded with a truck carrying wood.
Entertainment
Social media abuzz as Fahadh's 'Ranga' reignites 'Karinkaliyalle' reel trend

Aavesham is director Jithu Madhavan's second directorial venture after 'Romancham'.

LifeStyle
Why didn't I run: Salman Rushdie recounts stabbing in new memoir 'Knife'

After going unscathed for years, a knife-wielding assailant jumped on stage at an arts gathering in rural New York state and stabbed Rushdie multiple times in the neck and abdomen.
Food
Aromatic Kanchipuram dosa: The soul of silk city in a plate

These dosas are usually thicker and have a slightly spicy flavour.
Entertainment
Mohanlal's show-stopping dance to Shah Rukh Khan's 'Zinda Banda' goes viral

Adding to the excitement, Mohanlal also treated the audience to a performance on Rajinikanth's iconic song 'Hukum' from the movie 'Jailer'.

Kerala
12-year jail for ex-corporation staffers for unemployment wage distribution scam

The former clerk and accountant were arrested for embezzling over Rs 15 lakh.
Entertainment
Honey Rose wows again in new 'Rachel' poster months after first look goes viral

'Rachel' has been developed from a short story written by Rahul Manappattu.
Entertainment
Anne Hathaway recollects ‘gross’ audition where she had to kiss 10 boys

She elaborated, "And I was so young and terribly aware of how easy it was to lose everything by being labelled 'difficult', so I just pretended I was excited and got on with it.

Entertainment
'Porunno ente koode': Mohanlal's playful banter delights elderly fan

In a playful exchange, Mohanlal asked her if she would like to accompany him, to which she initially declined.
News
Musk lashes out against Australian court order to remove stabbing video on X

Musk said the ruling meant any country could control "the entire internet".
Sports
IPL 2024: Rajasthan Royals vs Mumbai Indians in pix

RR continue to top the table with 14 points from eight games, while MI are struggling in seventh place with six points from eight outings.

Kerala
Wild elephant dies hours after falling into well in Thrissur

Surendran, the property owner, spotted the animal around 1 am and informed forest department officials.
Sports
Bonmati, Djokovic win top honours at Laureus Awards

World champions Spanish women's football team were named Team of the Year, the first female squad to win the award.
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: 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.
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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.

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.
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.
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.

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.
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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.
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.

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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.
Sports
Catalytic force behind Chennai's chess revolution

Several Grandmasters have come out of Velammal Institutions since 2005.

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.
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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.
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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.

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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 .
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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
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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.
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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.

CPM-BJP deal true, but tough to convince people | KS Sabarinadhan Interview | What's Your Point?

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Phase 3 May 7

Phase 4 May 13

Phase 5 May 20

Phase 6 May 25

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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