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A politically charged atmosphere pervades Kerala as Chief Minister, Governor pit themselves against each other

A politically charged atmosphere seemed to prevail in Kerala with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arif Mohammed Khan going head to head against each other in separate and somewhat combative press conferences in Kollam and Malappuram respectively.

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Kerala Governor hints at detente with govt. over promulgating two Ordinances

Governor Arif Mohammed Khan appeared to signal the possibility of a detente with the government over the promulgation of two Ordinances that aim at increasing the penalty for hazardous dumping of waste by modifying the provisions of the municipalities and panchayat Act.

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SC verdict quashing Kannur Vice Chancellor’s reappointment puts government on backfoot

SC rescinds Gopinath Ravindran's reappointment as Kannur Univ. VC, prompting Governor to question CM, AG's offices. Opposition demands resignations of CM, Higher Education Minister. Govt. to abide by SC order, Ravindran steps down. LDF convener alleges Khan flip-flopped in SC to appease Sangh Parivar. SC's verdict deals blow to govt's…

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Bihar Education Department suspends salaries of Vice-Chancellors and senior officials of two State-run universities

The Bihar Education Department appears to be at loggerheads with the Raj Bhavan again after it ordered the suspension of the salaries paid to two Vice-Chancellors of State-run universities

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Governor signs health Bill, reserves seven for Presidential consideration

After two years of bitter political and legal wrangling, Governor Arif Mohammed Khan signed eight Bills passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly into law. However, seven other Bills, including the Kerala Lok Ayukta Amendment Bill and the Kerala University Amendment Bill, were reserved for the President's consideration. The government had…

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Raj Bhavan opens doors for fans unable to get tickets for Eden World Cup clash

The Raj Bhavan will open its doors to the public on Sunday, November 5, from 12 noon to 2 pm to watch the World Cup Cricket Match.

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Central government likely to resolve MGNREGA tussle with West Bengal, pay dues

“The Central government is likely to resolve its impasse with West Bengal over Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) dues following an intervention by Governor C. V. Ananda Bose,” Raj Bhavan sources said.

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Four puja pandals in West Bengal bag Governor's Durga Ratna awards

“Four Durga puja pandals in West Bengal were awarded the Governor’s ‘Durga Ratna’ awards,” an official said on October 25.

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One has to face consequences for mistakes: Jharkhand Governor on CM’s mining lease case

Governor Radhakrishnan stresses need for stern action against organised crime & Maoists in Jharkhand. He said consequences must be faced for mistakes and denied allegations of partisan role. He also said he won't breach SC's 50% cap on quota and will take strong action against Maoists. He's open to all…

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Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan proposes evaluation committee for alumni contributions

Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan proposed an evaluation committee to assess alumni contributions to their alma mater. The ‘Chancellor Connects Alumni’ platform aims to celebrate these contributions and honour the top 10 contributors. Raj Bhavan is committed to providing clarity and foster connections to maximize the impact of alumni contributions, she said.

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Bengal Governor holds virtual meeting with interim V-Cs of State universities

Gov. Bose held virtual meeting with interim V-Cs of state univs. to discuss academic & admin. issues. He asked to strengthen anti-ragging committee & offered advice. 22 interim V-Cs attended, appointed by Bose since May. His decision to appoint interim V-Cs drew flak from Education Minister, but Raj Bhavan said…

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Governor assents to absorption of TSRTC employees as government staff

Gov. Tamilisai Soundararajan gave her assent to Telangana State Road Transport Corporation Bill 2023, ending the stalemate between Raj Bhavan and State Govt. She was satisfied with Govt's response to her 10 recommendations for the Bill, made for employees' welfare. She wished TSRTC employees on their new roles as Govt…

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Governor Bose writes confidential letters to Centre, Bengal govt.

Incidentally, Mr. Bose signed the letters a couple of hours after holding an elaborate meeting with chief secretary H.K. Dwivedi at Raj Bhavan.

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Simmering differences between Raj Bhavan and Pragati Bhavan continues in Telangana

Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan and CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao display bonhomie, but simmering differences between Raj Bhavan and Pragati Bhavan continue

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Mamata’s ‘economic blockade’ comment | Teachers’ bodies voice concern, call for talks for permanent V-Cs

Teachers' bodies voice concern over WB CM's comment on possible "economic blockade" of universities; call for talks between Raj Bhavan & State Govt for amicable solution. WBCUTA, JUTA & ABUTA urge both sides to sit for talks to end stalemate & ensure smooth functioning of educational institutions. CM's comments reflect…

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Government of Bihar locks horns with Governor over autonomy of State universities

Govt. of Bihar & Raj Bhavan in conflict after latter's letter to V-Cs to follow only its orders. Education Dept. issued two letters in response, one to Raj Bhavan & other to V-Cs with fresh instructions.

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Bihar Governor orders all State varsities to heed only him

Trouble has been brewing between Raj Bhavan and the State government after Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar reversed an order of the Bihar Education Department to freeze bank accounts of two officials

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West Bengal Governor decides to discharge duties of interim university VCs, triggers row

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has decided to discharge the duties of interim vice-chancellors (VCs) of all the varsities where full-time VCs are yet to be appointed. The move has triggered a fresh row between the State government and Raj Bhavan.

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The air thawing between Telangana’s Pragati Bhavan and Raj Bhavan?

Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan and Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao inaugurated three places of worship on the Secretariat premises on Friday, indicating an improvement in the ties between the two Constitutional heads in Telangana.

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Governor spent personal funds on family event in Ooty: Raj Bhavan

Raj Bhavan counters reports of Gov. R.N. Ravi using State funds for family event in Ooty; clarifies event was funded by Governor himself, no govt. vehicles or staff used. Governor also bore monthly food expenses, despite being entitled to govt. funds. MP's statement "false, mischievous, and scurrilous".

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First-year student dies at Jadavpur University; family alleges foul play

JU student found dead under mysterious circumstances; family alleges ragging. Univ forms 7-member committee to probe; police start investigation. Gov, State Gov & Raj Bhavan to share burden due to lack of full-time V-C. Students protest & Gov visits hostel. Similar incident at IIT Kharagpur in Oct 2022.

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In Bengal, a crisis in higher education

Raj Bhavan and the West Bengal government need to walk the talk, and resolve the impasse pver the appointment of Vice-Chancellors in the interest of students

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Amid violence, all set for panchayat polls in West Bengal on Saturday

KOLKATA: Amid widespread violence and killings, rural West Bengal braces for the crucial three-tier panchayat polls on Saturday, which serves as a litmus test for the 2024 parliamentary elections and holds the power to reshape the state's political landscape.

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Cases against C. Vijayabaskar, B.V. Ramanaa under legal consideration: Raj Bhavan

The DMK government’s request for the Governor’s sanction to prosecute former AIADMK Ministers C. Vijayabaskar and B.V. Ramanaa in the gutkha case, investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), is under “legal examination”, the Raj Bhavan said

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NCP moves disqualification petition against Ajit Pawar, 8 other MLAs

The Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) said that they have submitted a disqualification petition to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar against the nine MLAs who were sworn in as ministers in the Shinde-Fadnavis government on July 2.

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