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Supreme Court verdict has serious consequences for federal structure of our Constitution: CPI(M)

The Supreme Court verdict dismissing the challenges to the abrogation of Article 370 opens a Pandora’s box, the Communist Party of India (Marxist) said

The Hindu · Dec 12, 2023

Lone CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao vows to make people’s voice heard in Assembly

A host of Congress cadre and leaders took part in the rally to thank people for electing the Congress-backed CPI candidate from the high-stakes Kothagudem seat, the hub of Telangana’s coal belt.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

After SFI black-flag protest, Kerala Governor accuses CM Pinarayi Vijayan of trying to physically harm him

Gov. Khan's car waylaid by SFI activists; he accuses CM of orchestrating a bid to “harm me physically”. Khan paints grim picture of law & order, warns govt. against “threatening or scaring” him. KPCC, BJP criticize incident, term it a black day marked by breakdown of law & order.

The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023

Congress’s resounding victory comes as a shot in the arm for INTUC in coal belt

INTUC launches campaign to win SCCL recognised union polls; Congress’ victory in coal belt a shot in the arm. Congress-affiliated INTUC embarks on intensive outreach campaign in coal belt to win SCCL recognised union polls on Dec 27. BRS-affiliated TBGKS held coveted status for two terms, defeated AITUC-backed SCWU in…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

The entire State Cabinet turns up to pay homage to Kanam Rajendran

Cabinet pays tribute to Kanam Rajendran at Amrita Hospital. CM Pinarayi Vijayan leads ministers in paying homage to CPI leader. Funeral to be held on Sunday; Navakerala Sadas to resume in afternoon.

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Kanam Rajendran, a peacemaker who stood for inner party democracy

Kanam Rajendran, CPI State Sec., & Kodiyeri Balakrishnan, CPI(M) Sec., urged student unions to unite & fight serious battles. Both were active in student politics & debuted as legislators in 1982. Kanam was known for being a peacemaker & earned flak from his party. He was a strong pillar of…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Governor, CPI(M) battle over petition to declare a state of financial emergency in Kerala

Governor Khan and CPI(M) poised to battle over petition seeking President's imposition of financial emergency in Kerala. CPI(M) accuses Khan of threatening to misuse power to give political cover to Centre, which allegedly denied State revenue. CPI(M) to resist Khan's alleged trespasses on fiscal federalism and bid to stack university…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

CPI secretary Kanam Rajendran dies aged 73

Kanam Rajendran, 73, passed away due to cardiac arrest at Amrita hospital. He was admitted with multiple ailments, including diabetes, and had his left foot amputated. He was serving as CPI secretary since 2015 and was on a three-month leave due to health issues. He was confident of making a…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Maoists’ ‘bid’ to revive SIKASA in Telangana’s coal belt foiled by Ramagundam police

Ramagundam Police arrested P Avinash (29), a member of the banned CPI (Maoist) outfit, in Godavarikhani, Telangana. He was attempting to revive SIKASA activities in the coal town as per the instructions of the CPI (Maoist) leaders. Police seized posters containing the CPI (Maoist) ideology and propaganda from the accused.…

The Hindu · Dec 8, 2023

Call for unity of secular forces to oppose Hindutva

P. Mohanan, CPI(M) Kozhikode district secretary, has called for unity of secular forces against Hindutva politics. P.A. Fazal Gafoor, MES president, said the apex court verdict on the Babri Masjid case was emotional. Participants said Hindutva forces were behind the demolition and called for a broad alliance to resist it.

The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023