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The building once housed former president Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. It was restored in 2012 with support from late Prof Doreswamy, founder of PES educational institutions. However, lack of regular maintenance has once again led to the building being in shambles

Kerala chief minister-designate V. D. Satheesan has announced his new cabinet, set to be sworn in on Monday. Prominent leaders like Ramesh Chennithala and Sunny Joseph will be part of the ministry. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan has been named Speaker, with Shanimol Usman as Deputy Speaker.

Kerala's new Congress government is set to take shape. CM-designate V D Satheesan will present the cabinet list to the governor on Sunday. Ramesh Chennithala is expected to secure key portfolios. Several other leaders are also likely to be included. Final decisions on portfolios will be made after discussions with allies.

Uttarakhand’s Deepak Bhatt won the men’s 10,000m race at the National Senior Athletics Federation Competition in Ranchi with a personal-best time of 29:42.93. Karnataka’s Shivaji Parashuram collapsed from dehydration after finishing second and was later disqualified for stepping outside track limits. Harsh weather conditions saw eight athletes fail to finish. In the women’s event, Maharashtra’s Ravina Gayakwad claimed gold with a timing of 35:30.98.

Chief minister-designate VD Satheesan unveiled a 21-member UDF cabinet ahead of Monday’s swearing-in ceremony in Kerala. Fourteen ministers, including Satheesan, are first-timers. The ministry includes two women and two Scheduled Caste members. Congress secured 11 berths, while IUML received five. Satheesan said the entire cabinet would take oath together for the first time in nearly six decades.

DMK's Anitha R. Radhakrishnan has won against TVK's J Murugan by 5,872 votes. This victory follows previous wins for Radhakrishnan in 2021, 2016, and 2011, though with significantly larger margins. The constituency has a history of close contests between the DMK and AIADMK.

India's space commercial arm, NSIL, is poised for a significant shift as a private sector leader, reportedly from Boeing, is the front-runner for its CMD post. This marks a departure from its history of being led by Isro insiders. The selection process is in its final stages, aiming to bring external expertise to the burgeoning space PSU.

As part of the reshuffle, Vijay retained the Poverty Alleviation portfolio and reassigned the Women Welfare department, previously held by him, to newly inducted minister K Jegadeshwari. Congress leaders S Rajesh Kumar and P Viswanathan have been allotted the Tourism and Higher Education portfolios, respectively. Another TVK minister, Mohamed Farvas, has been allocated the Labour Welfare and Skill Development portfolio.

The Congress-led UDF in Kerala is struggling to name its chief ministerial candidate over a week after winning the elections. Senior leaders are in Delhi for discussions, with Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge expected to make the final decision. Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal are the frontrunners amidst internal tussle and external criticism.

Mammootty and Mohanlal's action thriller 'Patriot' sees a slowdown in its theatrical run, with day 13 collections dropping to Rs 35 lakhs. While the film has garnered Rs 79.29 crore worldwide, including strong overseas performance, domestic momentum is waning. Occupancy rates reflect this dip, with morning shows opening weakly.

Martin Joseph's Malayalam crime thriller 'Dridam', starring Shane Nigam as Sub Inspector Vijay Radhakrishnan, has received a U/A 16+ certificate and is set for release on May 8th. The film follows the young SI's struggle to solve a challenging murder case under immense pressure, with its trailer generating significant fan interest.

Chelakkara, a Scheduled Caste reserved seat in Kerala's Thrissur district, has been an LDF stronghold, primarily held by CPI(M) since 2011. The constituency, with a significant Dalit population, has consistently seen high voter turnout and comfortable victory margins for the ruling front. Rural development and SC empowerment are key issues shaping the electoral landscape.

Puthuppally, a Kerala constituency, has been a long-standing stronghold of the Indian National Congress. The seat, currently held by Chacko K. Jacob, has seen the UDF dominate for decades, with recent by-election results reinforcing this trend. Key local issues like rubber prices and rural development continue to shape the political landscape.

Chalakudy, a key Kerala constituency in Thrissur district, showcases a close contest between UDF and LDF. The INC recently secured a narrow victory in 2021, reclaiming the seat from CPI(M)'s previous dominance. This urban-rural mix of over 190,000 voters consistently sees high turnouts, highlighting its competitive political landscape.

As counting commenced, the DMK surged across Tamil Nadu, consolidating strongholds and making steady gains, particularly in urban areas and traditional bastions. The AIADMK-led opposition held select pockets, while actor Vijay's TVK emerged as a significant force, leading in early postal ballot trends.

PC Vishnunadh of INC secured a decisive victory in Kundara, defeating S L Sajikumar of CPI(M) by 32,564 votes. This win follows his 2021 election triumph, highlighting his continued support in the constituency. Kundara, a general seat in Kollam district, faces challenges including river flooding, unemployment, and infrastructure gaps.

AIADMK's G Hari secured victory in Tiruttani by a margin of 5793 votes, a shift from the 2021 polls where DMK's S Chandran won decisively. Voter turnout saw a significant increase to over 90% this year. This temple-centric, semi-rural constituency, known for pilgrimage and agriculture, is influenced by local leadership and welfare schemes.

Tamil Nadu's government formation remains uncertain after the 2026 assembly election, with actor Vijay's TVK emerging as the single largest party but falling short of a majority. Hectic parleys are underway as TVK seeks support from smaller parties like VCK and CPI, while DMK and AIADMK deny alliance talks.

Vijay’s swearing-in coincided with Mother’s Day, prompting many fans to describe it as the ultimate “Mother’s Day gift” to his mother, Shoba.

Kottayam Assembly constituency, a UDF stronghold held by KC(J)'s P.K. Jayalakshmi since 2016, faces challenges despite its high literacy and economic strengths. Key issues like rubber farmer distress, youth unemployment, and infrastructure needs shape this competitive central Kerala seat, where church-backed legacy often prevails over LDF and BJP.

Veteran producer R.B. Choudary tragically passed away in a road accident near Udaipur. His mortal remains will be brought to Chennai on May 6 for his final rites, with his residence in Mylapore open for public viewing from 3:00 p.m. Choudary, founder of Super Good Films, produced over 90 films and introduced numerous directors.