Congress, BJP tap into outrage over Aluva child rape to assail police, govt. Congress, BJP tap into outrage over Aluva child rape to assail police, govt. The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023
Rival parties scramble to manage expectations for Puthuppally CPI(M) and Congress review post-campaign in Puthuppally; BJP candidate claims voters saw through Congress-CPI(M) shadowboxing; CPI(M) State Secretary says margin of votes that make difference between victory and loss will be narrow; K. Sudhakaran says CPI(M)'s campaign lacked lustre; T.M. Thomas Isaac's opinion piece reflects anti-Pinarayi sentiment in CPI(M); Lijin… The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023
Pinarayi slams Centre’s move to replace country’s name with ‘Bharat’ Pinarayi slams Centre’s move to replace country’s name with ‘Bharat’ The Hindu · Sep 6, 2023
CPI(M) drops move to wrest KSWCFC chairmanship from Kerala Congress (B) CPI(M) reverses decision to remove KC(B) leader K. B. Ganesh Kumar's nominee from Kerala State Welfare Corporation for Forward Communities (KSWCFC) chairmanship. KC(B) leader claims he cleared air with CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Govt. laid matter to rest; K.G. Premjith unaware of removal order. KC(B) promised chairmanship when CM's govt. completed… The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023
Centre’s ‘One Nation, One Election’ move reflects Sangh Parivar’s agenda to consolidate power: CM CM Pinarayi Vijayan & MK Stalin oppose 'One Nation One Election' move, citing it as a Sangh Parivar plot to recast India's multi-tiered election process & rob citizens of their right to elect representatives. They claim it's an attempt to consolidate power & sabotage Constitutional values & democratic traditions. The Hindu · Sep 5, 2023
AIIMS for Kerala: amid delay in approval, govt. pins hopes on high-level meetings this month Kerala govt hopes high-level meetings later this month will move AIIMS project in Kozhikode forward. Land acquisition from local residents underway; 150 acres of govt land ready. Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare said proposal not approved in current phase. The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023
Governor, CM hail ISRO for Aditya L1 mission Gov. Khan & CM Vijayan hail ISRO on successful launch of Aditya L1 mission. Congrats to ISRO & team for affirming India's rising capability in space science. CM Vijayan lauds ISRO for exploring secrets of sun & atmosphere. Together, we reach for the stars! #AdityaL1 #ISRO #SpaceScience The Hindu · Sep 2, 2023
Leaders descend on Puthuppally as campaign reaches a feverish pitch Electioneering in Puthuppally has reached a feverish pitch with a galaxy of leaders from all major parties taking out tours across the Assembly constituency The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023
CM warns society against revanchist forces seeking to reinstate social evils Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has warned society against revanchist forces which, he claims, restlessly sought to retard Kerala’s social progress by attempting to reinstate the dehumanising caste system in new and subtle forms The Hindu · Aug 31, 2023
Kuzhalnadan takes the fight to CPI(M) top leadership Mathew Kuzhalnadan, a Congress legislator, accused CPI(M) of illegally occupying public land and amassing wealth. He defended himself against accusations of land grabs, financial misconduct and violating lawyer's code. He also sued CPI(M)'s district secretary for defamation. Kuzhalnadan challenged CPI(M) to investigate financial transactions of their district secretaries. The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023
In Puthuppally, poll campaign picks up momentum The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)], the Congress and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) have ratcheted up their electoral rhetoric by deploying high-profile political heavyweights to wring a last-minute advantage at the hustings. The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023
CM, Governor convey Onam greetings to Keralites Kerala Governor, CM, Tamil Nadu CM & Leader of Opposition wish Keralites joyous Onam. Celebration brings unity, brotherhood & hope to overcome difficulties. Govt. doing best to make Onam joyous with welfare pensions & subsidised groceries. The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023
Pinarayi slams slapping of student in Muzaffarnagar CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams classroom shaming of Muslim student in BJP-ruled UP. He says it erodes humanism, undermines principles of fairness and renders people cruel. Sangh Parivar seeks to divide citizens to gain political power. Kerala govt. offers assistance to victimised student, vows to protect secular values. The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023
Extreme poverty to be eradicated in Kerala by November 1, 2025, says Chief Minister Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan announced that extreme poverty in the state will be eradicated by Nov 1, 2025. Govt. has sought support from local bodies, agencies, institutions and individuals to uplift 64,000 families. He urged Kerala society to protect its secular fabric and highlighted the state's welfare measures. Onam celebrations… The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023
The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023 60 new e-buses launched Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Saturday inaugurated the handing over of 60 new electric buses launched by the KSRTC-SWIFT
The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023 Film editor Hariharaputhran passes away K.P. Hariharaputhran, noted film editor with 5 decades of experience in Malayalam film industry, passed away at 79. He debuted as assistant to K. Sankunni in 1971 and went on to edit films like April 18, Sukhamo Devi, Thommanum Makkalum, Punjabi House, Samrajyam, Aniyan Bava Chettan Bava, Thenkasipattanam, Chakoram and…
The Hindu · Aug 26, 2023 CPI(M) redesigning its development agenda in favour of the rich and powerful: Congress The charged political atmosphere of Puthuppally continues to boil over with the Congress now coming up with a point-by-point rebuttal to Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 Senior citizens of ST community to get ₹1,000 as Onam gift Kerala govt. to give ₹1,000 Onam gift to 55,781 ST seniors. CM Pinarayi Vijayan launched the distribution by handing over the amount to three tribal people. Officials also took part in the programme.
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 Thiruvananthapuram city to deck up for Onam from today Thrissur to be lit up for Onam: Tourism Minister P.A. Mohamed Riyas to switch on city-wide illumination. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to inaugurate State-level Onam week celebrations at Nishagandhi open air auditorium. 8,000 artistes to participate in cultural events, concerts, folk art performances, fusion music & more. Trade & food…
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 Govt. says ‘no’ to TOTEX model for smart meter roll-out Govt opts for cost-effective model for prepaid smart meters in Kerala; KSEB to develop software, KFON for communication; 37 lakh consumers to be equipped in first stage; CM urges KSEB to avoid loadshedding; arrears of State PSUs, govt depts, local bodies to be settled. #Kerala #SmartMeters #TOTEX #KSEB #KFON #PinarayiVijayan…
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 Nine killed as jeep falls into gorge in Wayanad Nine persons killed, five injured in jeep accident in Wayanad. Driver lost control of vehicle while negotiating a sharp bend near the gorge. CM Vijayan and MP Gandhi express grief, urge swift response.
The Hindu · Aug 25, 2023 CPI(M) sees Congress, BJP, ED nexus in anti-government slander campaign Congress turned to the BJP after its sympathy kinship politics failed in Puthupally: Govindan
The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023 Pinarayi accuses Congress of playing into Sangh Parivar hands CM Vijayan accused UDF of playing into hands of Sangh Parivar & failing to take a firm stance against communalism. He also noted the key achievements of LDF govt in Puthuppally & reviewed progress of LDF's election campaign. Congress accused him of shying away from questions & corruption.
The Hindu · Aug 24, 2023 Revised textbooks to reach schools next year: Minister Kerala Minister for General Education V. Sivankutty announced textbooks for Classes 1-10 will be revised to reach schools in the next academic year. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan released additional higher secondary textbooks containing content removed by NCERT. Revision of curriculum is underway with the vision of creating a knowledge society…
The Hindu · Aug 23, 2023 Chandrayaan-3: live screenings held in city Hundreds of people, including school children, visited the Kerala State Science and Technology Museum (KSSTM) for a public viewing of the live feed from the ISRO Control Centre.