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Kerala
25-year-old cousin sentenced to 189 years for raping two boys and their minor sister

The convict, who was found guilty of 21 counts, will have to serve only 20 years in prison as the sentences run concurrently
Sports
Another thrilling 3-3 in ISL, Bengaluru bounce back to hold debutants Punjab

Bengaluru FC bounced back from 1-3 to draw the match at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium.
News
Exit polls predict edge for Cong in Chhattisgarh, Telangana; advantage BJP in MP, Rajasthan

Times Now ETG poll predicts 108-128 seats for the BJP and 56-72 for the Congress in Rajasthan.

PODCAST

Immune evasion & infectivity: Why new Covid-19 variant JN.1 is worrying scientists? | Ep 89

Haritha Sharly Benjamin

ENTERTAINMENT

Latest Buzz from the Entertainment World

Just in: Blessy's Prithviraj-starrer 'Aadujeevitham' gets a release date; Find details here
Philip's is a light-hearted family drama: Director Alfred Kurian Joseph
Society threw stones at me when I made a film on homosexual love: Director M B Padmakumar
Kim Kardashian spends time with daughter Chicago, shares her candid photos

PODCASTS

DAILY NEWS DOSE

Kerala govt formed expert panel to look into CUSAT stampede that claimed 4 lives | Nov 26, 2023

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Start, Action, Cut

Decoding Malayalam movie Kathal - The Core (2023) | EP 49

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NEWS BRAKE

Why new Covid-19 variant JN.1 is worrying scientists?

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NEWS BRAKE

Rethinking productivity: Narayana Murthy, 70-hours & smart work | Ep 88

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NEWS BRAKE

Understanding breast cancer, its symptoms and treatment | Ep 86

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NEWS BRAKE

OPS vs NPS: Viability, opportunity cost & welfare

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India vs Canada: What is Trudeau's endgame? Ft TP Sreenivasan | News Brake Ep 84

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NEWS BRAKE

All about Nipah | Ft. Dr Anoop Kumar & Dr Rajendra Pilankatta

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FemiSafe: Breaking stigmas around menstruation and personal hygiene

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Kerala
Kollam child abduction: Father unhappy with probe as abductors remain at large even after three days

The father of the child has refuted allegations that factionalism within his organisation, United Nurses Association, was the reason behind the abduction.
Kerala
Not selection process or age, Kannur University VC to lose job only because Guv succumbed to govt pressure

The SC found that Prof Ravindran was eligible for reappointment, the upper age limit of 60 years was not binding and neither was his interview by a selection committee necessary.
Kerala
Actor R Subbalakshmi dies at 87

The aged actor rose to fame with her role in 'Kalyanaraman

GLOBAL INDIAN

Column | Empire strikes back against India?

TP Sreenivasan

FOOD

Your little guide to a great culinary experience!

Stir fried spicy beef: A versatile dish for special days and meals
How to put together easy weight-loss breakfast recipes
Bell pepper chicken stir fry: Prepare the popular takeout dish at home
Thenga muri: Try out this Thalassery snack with your evening tea

ONMANORAMA VIDEOS

NEWS

SC cancels Gopinathan Ravindran's re-appointment as Kannur University VC

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NEWS

Abducted 6-year-old Abigel Sara Reji found safe after intense 20-hour search

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ONMANORAMA EXPLAINS

Scam-A-lot : Rising investment fraud in Kerala

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ONMANORAMA EXPLAINS

Allegations, expulsion, road ahead for Mahua Moitra

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NEWS

The drama neither Rashmika Mandanna nor Scarlett Johansson were looking for

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TASTE BUDS

Keraleeyam food festival: A platter of authentic tastes

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ONMANORAMA DEBATES

Old vs new pension scheme

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LIFESTYLE

Old Age Homes – Shame or Necessity

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Career & Campus
NIT Calicut, IIST Thiruvananthapuram signs MoU to encourage research, academic activities

With the agreement to jointly supervise M.Tech/PhD students for their research projects, the students can use laboratory facilities at both institutions
Kerala
Autistic man charred to death, mother succumbs to burns from fire at house in Ambalappuzha

The 35-year-old had been living with his 63-year-old mother.
Kerala
SC quashes re-appointment of Gopinathan Ravindran as Kannur VC

The appeal against his re-appointment contended that since Ravindran was already over 60 years old, there was a statutory bar on him being appointed as VC.

Movie Review

November 25, 2023

Mammootty, Jyothika's 'Kaathal' rides on theme unconventional to 'the core' | Movie Review

November 24, 2023

Tovino's 'Adrishya Jalakangal' casts shadows on the world | Movie Review

November 24, 2023

'Maharani' review: Compelling performances lift this Roshan Mathew-Shine Tom movie despite lacking brilliance

SPORTS

Catch all the action from the Sporting World.

Another thrilling 3-3 in ISL, Bengaluru bounce back to hold debutants Punjab
Sanju back in ODI squad; Rohit, Kohli to miss white-ball series in SA
Virat Kohli on indefinite break from ODIs, T20Is: Reports
ISL: Diamantakos scores brace as Kerala Blasters bounce back to hold Chennaiyin 3-3

Kerala
Heavy rain likely in Kerala: Yellow alert in 4 districts tomorrow

Light to moderate rainfall will continue in the state from Thursday to Monday under the influence of a low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal.
Sports
Sanju back in ODI squad; Rohit, Kohli to miss white-ball series in SA

Sanju has not been included in the T20I and Test squads for the South Africa tour.
Kerala
Drunk man creates ruckus in Alappuzha KSRTC depot, bites cop’s finger

The accused attacked the cop while resisting arrest for harassing passengers.

Vantage Point

Column | Significance of Rahul Dravid

Dr KN Raghavan

Kerala
Man allegedly kills Israeli woman by slitting throat in Kollam

According to reports, her friend Krishna Chandran allegedly attacked her and attempted to kill himself.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Telangana Assembly election held today, 51.89% turn out till 3 pm | Nov 30, 2023

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.
Kerala
Scam-hit Karuvannur co-op bank to return Rs 13 cr to depositors

At the same time, investors who have a fixed deposit above Rs 5 lakh can withdraw 10 per cent of the amount from December 11.

Kerala
Nooranad mining: Geology dept ignored SOP, previous study, says Collector's report

The all-party meeting, convened on November 16, entrusted the Collector to assess whether the SOP as laid down by the Union Ministry of Environment and Forests had been followed.
Kerala
If voted to power, Congress will restructure health sector for poor: Rahul Gandhi

Talking about his intimacy with the people of Wayanad, the MP said that it is just a homecoming for him.
Videos
Supreme Court cancels Gopinathan Ravindran's re-appointment as Kannur University VC

In the highly controversial clash between the LDF government and the Kerala governor regarding the Kannur University VC issue, the Supreme Court made a decisive move by canceling the re-appointment of Gopinathan Ravindran as the Vice Chancellor of Kannur University.

TRAVEL

Unleash the wanderlust in you!

Peralassery Subrahmanya Temple pond gets prestigious National Water Heritage site tag
Bahrain kicks off camping season in Sakhir Desert
Munnar beckons tourists with misty mornings: Check out KSRTC's December packages
Sabarimala pilgrimage: KSRTC starts inter-state services from Pamba

Entertainment
Just in: Blessy's Prithviraj-starrer 'Aadujeevitham' gets a release date; Find details here

The storyline revolves around a Keralite migrant worker, Najeeb, who leaves his family and village in search of work.
Kerala
Idukki man electrocuted while felling tree branches

His body will be handed over to the relatives after the post-mortem to be held at Idukki Medical College in Painavu.
Kerala
Kozhikode MCH senior nursing officer who stood by sexual assault survivor transferred

Based on the government order, Anitha (30) was relieved from her duty on Thursday by the government medical college principal Dr N Ashokan.

LIFESTYLE

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Fashion designer Rohit Bal in critical condition
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Kerala
Pinarayi imposing own character on others; must consult a doc immediately: VD Satheesan

Talking to reporters here on Thursday, Satheesan said the chief minister, who suspects the mental state of other politicians, should consult a doctor immediately.
Sports
Virat Kohli on indefinite break from ODIs, T20Is: Reports

According to reports, the ace cricketer has decided to concentrate on red-ball cricket as of now and will only play the two Tests in South Africa and not the ODIs and T20Is.
Kerala
No interference, but govt will abide by SC vedict: Higher edu minister Bindu

The minister said she would comment on SC observation after reading the judgement.

Kerala
Minister Bindu should resign immediately, says Oppn Leader after SC order on Kannur VC

The Higher Education Minister should not have interfered in the appointment of VC, VD Satheesan said.
Kerala
Governor blames CM for forcing him to reappoint Gopinath Ravindran as Kannur VC

Justice Pardiwala said the decision to appoint the VC was 'vitiated by the unwarranted interference by State Government'.
LifeStyle
How employee wellness programs impact workplace productivity

The financial returns of employee wellness programmes can be attributed to reduced healthcare costs, decreased turnover rates, improved job satisfaction, and increased productivity.

News
Towards a brighter tomorrow: India's G20 presidency and the dawn of a new multilateralism

Assuming the G20 chair, India sought to offer the world an alternative to status quo, a shift from a GDP-centric to human-centric progress.
LifeStyle
Read your horoscope today (30-11-2023)

Some people will be rewarded handsomely, while others may face monetary failures.
Travel
Peralassery Subrahmanya Temple pond gets prestigious National Water Heritage site tag

The recognition is a testament to the historical and architectural significance of the grand old temple pond, which is said to have been constructed around 1,500 years ago.

Kerala
Senior government pleader PG Manu resigns following sexual assault case against him

According to the complaint, the advocate sexually assaulted a 25-year-old woman who sought his legal help.
Travel
Bahrain kicks off camping season in Sakhir Desert

This year, an app named Al Junobya, available in both Arabic and English, has been introduced for the camping season, named Khayyam.
News
Anju, Indian woman who left country to marry Facebook friend in Pakistan, returns

Her 29-year-old Pakistani husband accompanied her up to the Wagah border.

News
Telangana poll today even as parties whip up regional sentiments

The direct contest is between the BRS and the Congress, and both parties have whipped up the Telangana sentiments in good measure during the campaigns.
News
Telangana assembly elections: Polling underway for 119 seats

As many as 2,290 contestants are in the fray for the elections.
Food
Stir fried spicy beef: A versatile dish for special days and meals

The dish is a favourite in many Kerala households on Sunday mornings and they often feature on our Christmas menus as well.

Food
How to put together easy weight-loss breakfast recipes

Breakfast provides energy to take on the day on an amazing note.
Kerala
Two women in Kollam abduction gang, says child as police widens net for suspects

The child, who was later found abandoned at the Ashramam Maidan, is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital.
News
American diplomat, Nobel winner Henry Kissinger dies at 100

Kissinger's reign as the prime architect of US foreign policy waned with Nixon's resignation in 1974 amid the Watergate scandal.

News
US charges Indian national in plot to kill a Sikh separatist in New York

Nikhil Gupta, 52, has been charged with murder-for-hire, which carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison, and conspiracy to commit murder-for-hire, which carries a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison, US Attorney for the Southern District of New York Matthew G. Olsen said.
Food
Bell pepper chicken stir fry: Prepare the popular takeout dish at home

You can prepare the curry at home too and can even use it as a sandwich or chapati filling to make a snack.
Travel
Munnar beckons tourists with misty mornings: Check out KSRTC's December packages

With the visitors looking to celebrate Christmas and the New Year in the cold meadows of Munnar, the hotels and resorts here have reported a sharp surge in bookings for the season.

Entertainment
Philip's is a light-hearted family drama: Director Alfred Kurian Joseph

In a conversation with Onmanorama, Alfred speaks about his debut film, struggles to pursue a career in the film industry and working with Mathukutty
News
Israel-Hamas truce: 16 hostages freed from Gaza; baby Kfir, family likely killed

Under the terms of the Qatari-mediated deal, 30 Palestinians -- 16 minors and 14 women -- will be released on Wednesday in exchange.
Kerala
Udhayanidhi Stalin urges Kerala, Tamil Nadu to deliver bitter blow to BJP in 2024 LS polls

The Tamil Nadu minister said it was the responsibility of the states to keep regressive forces at bay.

Sports
ISL: Diamantakos scores brace as Kerala Blasters bounce back to hold Chennaiyin 3-3

The visitors had led 3-1 inside 25 minutes with former Kerala Blasters' player Jordan Murray scoring two.
Kerala
Lucky escape for Kanjirappally man after heavily-loaded logging truck crushes his car

Najeeb (55) was rescued from his crushed car after an hour-long operation.
Kerala
Kochi Airport to roll out FASTag parking from Dec 1, claims to cut waiting time to 8 seconds

CIAL, which operates the airport, said it has introduced additional parking for taxis at its facility that has a capacity for 2,800 vehicles.

Kerala
Bed-ridden man dies after son sets him ablaze in Kollam

The accused said he had demanded money for his son's studies and Rs 1 lakh for a new autorickshaw.
Kerala
Leopard rescued from Kannur well dies

Rescuers first drained the well using a motor before lifiting onto the net.
Kerala
Dr KC Mammen: A leader who personified simplicity

Dr Mammen firmly embraced simplicity. He never indulged in luxury cars or expensive footwear, and he didn't rely on any aides.

Kerala
KC Mammen: My beloved doctor-teacher

Dr Mammen had given me expert advice on the treatment of children. I found his teachings had an underlying tint of humanism.
Kerala
Vandiperiyar panchayat announces cash prize to catch waste dumpers

The panchayat in Idukki has announced Rs 2,500 for people who submit photo/video evidence of waste dumping within its limits.
Podcast
Daily News Dose: Hamas, Israel consider new Gaza truce parameters including release of men | Nov 29, 2023

Hello, this is your daily dose of news from Onmanorama. Tune in to get updated about the major news stories of the day.

Sports
Minnu Mani leads from the front as India 'A' win thriller

Shreyanka Patil (2/26) gave away only 10 while defending 13 in the final over as the home side took a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
Sports
Hazare Trophy: Akhil Scaria's all-round show sets up Kerala's big win

This was Kerala's third win from four matches in Group A.
Entertainment
Society threw stones at me when I made a film on homosexual love: Director M B Padmakumar

'My Life Partner' won the State Award for the second best film that year, while Sudev Nair bagged the best actor award.

Kerala
Kerala Varma College poll: Recounting on December 2

The High Court had declared the earlier election invalid and ordered repoll.
Kerala
MLA-MP clash over inauguration of road construction in Nilambur; Who assigned Rahul Gandhi to open project, asks CM

Who took the decision to bring Rahul Gandhi for the inauguration of the construction of the roads? , asked CM.
Sports
Syed Modi International 2023: Srikanth falls; Unnati stuns Aakarshi

Orleans Masters winner Priyanshu Rajawat, Denmark Masters winner Kiran George and Sathish Kumar Karunakaran entered the second round with fine victories.

Entertainment
Kim Kardashian spends time with daughter Chicago, shares her candid photos

The child looked adorable as she wore a bright pink unicorn onesie and ate ramen.
Kerala
Kollam abduction: Man lands in trouble after his face resembles police sketch

He filed a complaint with the police that false information about him being the accused was being spread on social media.
Sports
Rahul Dravid to continue as Team India head coach

The BCCI did not reveal the duration of the extension but it is likely to cover the T20 World Cup in the West Indies and United States in June.

Career & Campus
Kerala school teachers collectively fail eligibility test; only 8.6% qualify

Out of the 2,800 individuals who took the exam, only 8.6% were successful. The qualification test became obligatory in 2012 under the Centre's Right to Education Act.
Career & Campus
Saintgits hosts RASSE- 3rd international conference of IEEE

IEEE is a leading forum for researchers, engineers, practitioners, and educators to exchange state-of-the-art research results and innovations, discuss industrial practices and define future research topics.
Career & Campus
Migrant healthcare workers including Indians face exploitation in UK: reports

India was among the top three non-EU nationalities for immigration in the year to June with 35,091 Indian health and care workers bringing 47,432 relatives during the period.

Travel
Sabarimala pilgrimage: KSRTC starts inter-state services from Pamba

The ticket rate for Pamba-Palani (Super-Fast) is Rs 408 per person, while that for Coimbatore (FP) is Rs 535 and Tenkasi Rs 303.
LifeStyle
Fashion designer Rohit Bal in critical condition

As per reports, the designer who is currently on ventilator support has been diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy.
Kerala
Child abduction: Sketch of woman suspect out; probe team hints at involvement of Kollam natives

Though police have shown 30 sketches to the child, she didn't recognise anyone yet.

Kerala
Clashes erupt between police, Youth Congress during protest march in Kozhikode

The protest was against DCP Baiju, who had a KSU worker in a chokehold while taking him into custody for waving black flags at Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan recently.
Career & Campus
Dubai-based Malayali student’s app earns Apple’s approval, numerous prizes

The app, named Hello K3 (KT-Alternative Alphabet), is aimed at nurturing the mental health of students and has been adopted by the App Store.
Entertainment
Alphonse Puthren says theatre owners are cause of misery for writers like him

The comment against theatre owners came as a reply to a query posted by one of the followers, who asked Alphonse whether he would not do theatre-based movies anymore.

Kerala
Rahul Gandhi embarks on three-day visit to Kerala

During his visit, he will participate in a series of events across the Wayanad parliamentary constituency.
Sports
With so much dew even 14 runs per over would have been chased: Gaikwad

The Indian bowlers leaked 80 runs in the last five overs as Glenn Maxwell's 48-ball-104 not out took the visiors home off the final ball.
Career & Campus
Prajyoti college conducts awareness class on RBI Integrated Banking Ombudsman scheme

This initiative not only enhanced students' knowledge about banking intricacies but also provided a platform for interactive learning and inquiry.

Kerala
SC slams Kerala Guv for sending bills to prez, but refrains from intervening in his powers

The Supreme Court questioned the governor for delaying some bills for nearly two years and not keeping transparency as per the constitution.
Travel
Newly-launched floating sea bridge at Chavakkad collapses

There were two tourists and six staff members on the bridge when about 10 metres in the middle of the 100-meter-long floating bridge was cut off, and it flowed into the sea.
Sports
Namibia qualify for T20 World Cup

Namibia, captained by Gerhard Erasmus, had begun their campaign with a comprehensive victory against Zimbabwe and they downed Tanzania by 58 runs on Tuesday to ensure a top-two finish with a match to spare.

News
U'khand tunnel: Took morning walks, did yoga to keep spirits up, rescued workers tell PM

The workers hailed Prime Minister Modi, Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and rescue teams for their efforts.
Kerala
Education dept to order probe into keeping children in sweltering heat for greeting CM

Thuyyam School at Edappal in Malappuram lined up the children by the roadside to greet the CM.
Sports
Ishan Kishan's blunder costs India dearly

Australia would have needed 26 instead of 21 off the final over bowled by Parisdh Krishna if not for Kishan's mistake.

Career & Campus
KTU exam registrations close today; Apply now

The last date for candidates to register for examinations conducted by the Kerala Technological University (KTU) has been extended until today.
Kerala
Woman killed in bike accident at Aluva

Another youth, Jibin Joy (23), sustained grievous injuries in the accident and was admitted to a private hospital in Angamaly.
Year Ender Series 2023

Entertainment
Malayalam blockbusters marred by poorly written female characters? The trend in 2023 as we saw it

If ‘2018’s leading hero was a male, ‘Kannur Squad’ was conspicuous for its lack of a woman character, let alone a strong one.

Food
Thenga muri: Try out this Thalassery snack with your evening tea

The snack, which's popular in Thalassery, is also a much-loved Iftar preparation.
Kerala
Child abduction: Has cops erred by going after fake number plate?

The child was later found abandoned in a gap of 22 hours at the heart of Kollam city.
Sports
Maxwell's heroics keep Australia alive in T20I series

With this win, Australia managed to cut India's series lead to 2-1 in the five-match rubber.

Food
Keep curry leaves fresh for long with these tips

If you could keep the leaves in the fridge after removing its water content, they can stay fresh for up to one month.
Entertainment
Kutty Padmini meets Kanaka, shares adorable picture with yesteryear South Indian diva

The actor arrived at Kanaka's house to meet the late legendary actor's daughter Kanaka, who was living a life of solitude.
Career & Campus
US issued over 1.4 lakh student visas to Indian students in fiscal year 2023

India surpassed China to become the largest source of international graduate students in the US for the first time since 2009/10.

Kerala
Kollam child abduction: Accused tried to mislead police; Probe team to release sketches of suspects

Talking to media here on Tuesday, ADGP MR Ajith Kumar said that a woman from Paravoor and a 55-year-old man from Kundara are currently under the scanner.
Career & Campus
Christmas exams from Dec 12 onwards: timetable out

The examinations for UP, High school section is scheduled to be held from December 13 to 21 while that of the LP section from December 15 to 21
Entertainment
Hit filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj launches production house 'G Squad'

The filmmaker will make an official announcement about his maiden production soon.

Entertainment
IFFI 2023: 'Endless Borders' wins Golden Peacock; 'Kantara' bags Special Jury Award

Acclaimed Hollywood actor-producer Michael Douglas was conferred with the Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award
Kerala
Kerala Governor sends seven bills he’s unhappy with for President’s consideration

On Tuesday, he referred seven bills he disapproved of to the President of India. The remaining eight he gave his assent to.
News
'All are healthy', says Uttarakhand CM on 41 workers rescued from tunnel

The chief minister announced that Rs 1 lakh will be given to each of the 41 construction workers.

News
Hamas releases 12 more hostages in exchange for 30 prisoners; Truce extension likely in Gaza

Israel has vowed to destroy Hamas and rescue all remaining hostages.
Travel
Chennai Vande Bharat: Kottayam all set to gain terminal station status

The proposed Vande Bharat between Chennai and Kottayam is expected to have eight coaches.
Food
Protein-packed chickpea salad: For those who feel constantly hungry

The salad can be both healthy and tasty.