Cong. vows to keep up pressure on govt. after stormy season of street protests Congress vows to keep up pressure on Kerala govt after stormy protests against Navakerala Sadas. The Hindu · Dec 24, 2023
LDF govt. winds up Navakerala Sadas reiterating Centre’s ‘fund squeeze’ The 36-day-long Navakerala Sadas, the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government’s mass outreach programme which traversed the entire stretch of the State, concluded in Vattiyurkavu The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023
Police remain on tenterhooks as protests mark Navakerala Sadas finale Protests & violence mar finale of State govt's 44-day outreach programme in Thiruvananthapuram. The Hindu · Dec 23, 2023
All set for Navakerala Sadas in capital district Navakerala Sadas, a public outreach programme by the State government, begins in Thiruvananthapuram on Wednesday. Petitions accepted from 3 pm. The Hindu · Dec 19, 2023
Youth Congress, DYFI activists clash in Kollam While multiple black flag demonstrations were staged at Kollam on the second day of Navakerala Sadas, the protest at Chinnakada turned violent after the members of Democratic Youth Federation of India and Youth Congress clashed. The Hindu · Dec 19, 2023
LDF accuses Congress of orchestrating attacks on CM’s convoy LDF convenor E.P. Jayarajan accuses Congress of orchestrating attack on CM's vehicle, calling it a well-planned conspiracy. He suggests potential involvement of Congress leadership and urges restraint from LDF workers and public. He expresses disappointment in the Opposition's decision to boycott the Navakerala Sadas, yet more people are participating. He… The Hindu · Dec 11, 2023
Centre denied aid worth ₹332 crore, says Kerala Chief Minister Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan claims ₹332 cr. due to State was denied by Centre. He alleges Centre wants to reduce loan limit avail. by State. 5,000 representations received at Navakerala Sadas in Perumbavoor. Special counters for women, differently abled. Representations to be acted upon in time-bound manner. The Hindu · Dec 10, 2023
Kerala HC restrains panchayats from releasing funds for Navakerala Sadas without councils’ nod Kerala High court temporarily restrains panchayats from releasing funds for Navakerala Sadas without council approval. Petitioners argued govt order violated provisions of Kerala Panchayat Raj Act, 1994 & Constitution's vision of self-governing panchayats. Court to consider case Thurs. The Hindu · Dec 6, 2023
State records huge increase in per capita income: CM Kerala has achieved a huge increase in per capita income and the State soon will be free of people with extreme poverty, said Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan at the Navakerala Sadas held at Cheruthuruthy on Monday. The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Delay in Governor’s nod for Ordinance to strengthen LSGs creating serious crisis, says Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan alleges Governor's obduracy creating crisis in Kerala over LSG Ordinance. Suggested timely amendments to Panchayat & Municipality Acts to strengthen LSGs. Central grant of ₹500 crore pending. Opposition silent on delay. Navakerala Sadas a joint official programme. 61,204 petitions received in 3-day Sadas in Palakkad.CM… The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Chief Minister behind reappointment of Kannur V-C, claims Satheesan Opposition leader Satheesan alleges CM Vijayan not seeking Minister Bindu's resignation due to his role in reappointing Kannur Univ. VC. He claims CM urged Governor to reappoint VC, flouted rules, then sought Governor's resignation when SC cancelled appointment. Criticizes CM for 44-day Navakerala Sadas campaign at expense of people. The Hindu · Dec 2, 2023
Cusat circular asks students to participate in Navakerala Sadas CUSAT Registrar issues circular asking students and staff to actively participate in Navakerala Sadas outreach programme. Attendance not mandatory, but opportunity to present views/suggestions on university. The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023
HC stays govt. order asking local bodies to use money from their own fund for Navakerala Sadas events Kerala HC stays govt order granting permission to secretaries of local self-govt institutions to expend money from their own funds for Navakerala Sadas. Judge observes statute does not vest govt with power to direct secretaries to make contributions for a programme of govt's choice. AG argues order only gave permission… The Hindu · Dec 1, 2023
Pinarayi elated over ‘unexpected, warm response’ to Navakerala Sadas in Malappuram LDF govt's Navakerala Sadas in Malappuram concluded with 70,000 memorandums received from 16 constituencies. CM Pinarayi Vijayan said people's response was unexpected & warm. Land deeds to be distributed to 568 families in Nilambur before Jan 31. Opp. afraid of Centre's negative attitude. The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023
The Hindu · Nov 30, 2023 CM consoles NCC cadet who accidentally hit him in the eye 8th std. student Jinto, an NCC cadet, accidentally hit CM Pinarayi Vijayan in the eye during Navakerala Sadas. This caused redness and swelling, prompting Mr. Vijayan to consult an ophthalmologist. Jinto was relieved when he got a consoling call from the CM's Office. Mr. Vijayan consoled him, gifted him a…
The Hindu · Nov 29, 2023 Unite against Centre’s neglect of State: CM CM Pinarayi Vijayan urges people to unite against Centre's neglect of Kerala. He raised Centre-State financial support as key issue at Navakerala Sadas held in 8 constituencies of Malappuram. People gave top priority to govt's Sadas, 14,775 applications received on 1st day. Sadas concluded at Kottakkal with performances of Kolkali,…
The Hindu · Nov 27, 2023 Navakerala Sadas: Perumbavoor, North Paravur schools told to demolish parts of compound walls The Perumbavoor municipal council opposes the demand to demolish the compound wall, flag mast and stage for the event. The PTA of the school had earlier decided to relocate the flag mast and the municipal council is strongly opposed to the move. North Paravur municipality has been requested to demolish…
The Hindu · Nov 26, 2023 Pinarayi alleges unholy alliance between Congress and BJP CM Pinarayi Vijayan alleges UDF MPs from Kerala have an "unholy alliance" with Congress & BJP, preventing them from raising issues of Centre's neglect of State's problems. He claims Centre owes State ₹57,000 crore. At Navakerala Sadas, CM said UDF MPs agreed to sign memorandum to FM, but backed out.…
The Hindu · Nov 25, 2023 Centre torturing Kerala for not subscribing to RSS agenda, says CM CM Pinarayi Vijayan criticises NDA govt. for financially strangling LDF govt. in Kerala due to its refusal to subscribe to RSS agenda. He cites denial of permission for AIIMS in Kozhikode as example of anti-Kerala attitude of NDA. CM claims alternative policies of LDF govt. are reason for Centre's attitude.…
The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023 Keep schoolchildren away from Navakerala Sadas, says Kerala HC Kerala HC issues interim order against making children attend Navakerala Sadas; warns Principals & headmasters from making kids attend non-academic activities. Govt informs court children not required to participate. HC says right to education constitutionally protected & duty of educational authorities to protect it. Case posted for hearing on Nov…
The Hindu · Nov 24, 2023 Navakerala Sadas: Congress-ruled Maradu municipality set to counter outreach programme with its own Jana Sadas Maradu municipality to host Jana Sadas to counter Navakerala Sadas. Move comes after council refused to contribute ₹1 lakh to Navakerala Sadas. Jana Sadas to be held for 4 days across 4 locations in municipality. Aim to provide instant service to eligible beneficiaries on spot. Opp. LDF dismisses initiative as…
The Hindu · Nov 23, 2023 More projects to mitigate man-animal conflict in Wayanad: Minister Forest Minister A.K. Saseendran announced projects to mitigate man-animal conflict in Wayanad. Revenue Minister K. Rajan said land deeds would be disbursed to 700 families at Makkimala. Higher Education Minister R. Bindu said govt. is trying to make State a hub of higher edu. Public actively participated in Navakerala Sadas,…
The Hindu · Nov 22, 2023 A.V. Gopinathan says he would attend Navakerala Sadas A.V. Gopinathan says he would attend Navakerala Sadas
The Hindu · Nov 22, 2023 Tharoor to attend Congress rally in support of Palestine in Kozhikode on Thursday Shashi Tharoor, MP, to attend Congress rally in Kozhikode in support of Palestine. Speculation ended after CWC member confirmed participation. Rally to be held on beach, with K.C. Venugopal, IUML leaders, and E.T. Mohammed Basheer, MP, in attendance. Possibility of Tharoor clarifying "Hamas remark" at rally. Venue changed due to…
The Hindu · Nov 20, 2023 Navakerala Sadas: Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan defends ‘streamlined approach’ to handle complaints Kerala chief minister Vijayan defends streamlined approach to handle complaints during Navakerala Sadas; cites time constraints. 20 counters per venue dedicated to handling petitions & complaints. Swift resolution system being developed; status of petitions can be tracked online. District officials aim for resolution within 2-4 weeks. 14,232 petitions from Kasaragod…