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Ettumanoor, a Kerala constituency, saw the Indian National Congress reclaim dominance in 2021, with Suresh Kurup winning by over 8,000 votes. This general seat, known for its rubber-paddy farming and the Ettumanoor Mahadeva Temple, faces issues like rubber price slumps and youth unemployment, fueling intense UDF-LDF rivalries.

Thrissur Assembly constituency, a key seat in Kerala's cultural capital, has witnessed a dramatic political shift. Recent elections saw CPI's narrow victory over Congress, with BJP also making significant gains. The upcoming 2026 polls promise a fierce battle, influenced by development, minority dynamics, and the legacy of recent electoral contests.

A delivery worker was allegedly assaulted by police in Hyderabad for waiting outside a store past permitted hours. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union has filed a complaint with the National Human Rights Commission over the incident, while police claim the worker was disruptive.

The United Democratic Front (UDF) celebrated a triumphant return to power after a decade, marked by jubilant scenes at Indira Bhavan. Opposition leader V D Satheesan was hailed for orchestrating the comeback, as jubilant workers celebrated the perceived rejection of the LDF government's policies and the end of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's "arrogance.

South Indian cinema is buzzing with new OTT releases this week, offering a diverse range of genres. From the revenge-driven romance of 'Dacoit: A Love Story' and the futuristic relationship drama 'Love Insurance Kompany' to the coming-of-age tale 'Vaazha 2', audiences have plenty to choose from.

The National Testing Agency has announced JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Paper 2 results for BArch and BPlanning. Four candidates achieved perfect 100 percentiles, with Meera Krishna R S and Suryathejus S excelling in BArch, and Gowri Sankar V and Sarthak Agarwal in BPlanning. Over 94,000 registered for BArch and over 45,000 for BPlanning across both sessions.

The assembly elections in Thrissur district were nothing short of thrilling, with LDF and UDF locking horns in a tight race characterized by a mere 0.11% difference in vote share. LDF's triumph in securing nine seats overtook UDF's four, marking a significant moment.

Early trends for the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections show a significant shift, with the Congress-led UDF projected for a commanding victory, leading in over 100 seats. The ruling LDF faces strong anti-incumbency, while the BJP remains a marginal player. This outcome suggests a return to Kerala's traditional pattern of alternating governments.

Kerala's 2026 Assembly elections are shaping into a multi-cornered battle, with 20 key constituencies defining the real contest. These seats, marked by urban change, coastal pressures, and high-profile candidates, will be decisive in determining the state's political direction.

As Kerala heads to the polls, the election narrative shifts from rallies to booth-level battles. The ruling LDF aims for a historic third term, while the UDF seeks to leverage local body momentum against anti-incumbency. The NDA is focused on converting key pockets into durable political footholds, making these 20 constituencies the state's pressure points.

Thrissur's assembly seat faces a complex triangular fight after 30,000 voters were removed following a Special Intensive Revision. While UDF and LDF believe the deletions benefit them, BJP claims strategies to counter the loss. Communal factors and local issues are expected to heavily influence the unpredictable outcome.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah urged Kerala's Christian community to support the NDA for a prosperous state, highlighting the government's stance against appeasement. He criticized the LDF and UDF for alleged ties with controversial outfits and their silence on the Munambam land dispute, asserting that neither front ensures Kerala's safety.

Payyanur's political landscape is shifting. Once a CPM bastion, the constituency now sees reduced margins and internal dissent. Stalled development projects and allegations of financial misappropriation are fueling discontent. A former CPM leader's independent candidacy adds to the challenge. These factors suggest Payyanur's fortress-like status may be weakening.