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The contest has drawn significant attention as it pits two prominent leaders against each other in a constituency that has historically leaned towards the Congress.

Speaking to DH at her home in Mattannur, Shailaja addressed the reasons behind the constituency change, responded to rumours about her position within the party, and outlined the development issues she plans to highlight in Peravoor.

The sitting MLA, P A Mohammed Riyas Kerala's Public Works Minister and son-in-law of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, faces an aggressive political challenge from P V Anvar, a controversial and outspoken politician now backed by the United Democratic Front (UDF).

Voter turnout: Kerala logs 78.27% polling after SIR, but Assembly results show no link between high turnout and UDF or LDF wins. With Pinarayi Vijayan seeking a third term, UDF cites anti-incumbency while BJP eyes key gains in triangular seats.

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While Argentina's comeback has been widely praised, the match has also triggered fierce debate over whether Egypt were denied a fair result.

On Sunday, the two will walk out not for a photoshoot but for the biggest match in world football, as defending champions Argentina take on Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

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