KERALA PROTESTS
Farmers urge non-NDA MPs to move pvt bills on MSP guarantee
Protesting farmers seek support from non-NDA MPs for MSP guarantee legislation through private members' bills before the upcoming budget session. Initiating discussions with MPs from key agrarian states, the farmers aim to address their demands through parliamentary channels.
Uproar in Kerala assembly: UDF accuses SFI of violent activities, CM defends it
The Kerala assembly experienced a heated exchange on Thursday as the opposition Congress accused the Students Federation of India (SFI) of engaging in criminal activities on state campuses. In response, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan defended the student outfit while alleging atrocities by the Congress-backed Kerala Students Union (KSU).
Probably trying to please voters of Wayanad: BJP on Rahul Gandhi's comments in LS
The BJP slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday for allegedly "abusing" Hindus in the Lok Sabha, claiming that he probably did so to please the voters in Kerala's Wayanad, from where his sister Priyanka Gandhi Vadra is set to contest a Lok Sabha bypoll.
Convicts in T P Chandrasekharan case not being considered for remission: Kerala govt
The Kerala government on Thursday suspended three jail officials for allegedly including three convicts from the high-profile T P Chandrasekharan murder case in a remission list, amidst opposition outcry in the State Assembly accusing the Left dispensation of complicity in the process.
Kerala leader triggers controversy, calls for "separate Malabar" state; BJP hits back
SYS leader Mustafa Mundupara has sparked controversy in Kerala by advocating for a "separate Malabar state" during a protest about class 11 seat shortages in the region. Mundupara argued that both Southern Kerala and Malabar pay equal taxes and should receive equal facilities. The BJP condemned Mundupara's remarks, vowing to oppose any attempts to divide Kerala, while student organizations like KSU and Muslim League are demanding more class 11 seats in the Malabar region.
Kerala Class 11 seat row: Student unions continue protest against state government
Members of KSU and MSF in Kerala protested against alleged plus-one seat shortage in the northern Malabar region, leading to violent clashes in some areas. The Congress-affiliated KSU and Indian Union Muslim League's MSF organized marches criticising the Left government. The protests included stone-pelting and clashes with police in Kollam, with similar demonstrations in Kozhikode, Wayanad, and Malappuram districts. The government denies a crisis, citing vacant seats post-admissions, amid criticism after a student's suicide over seat anxiety.
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Lok Sabha pro-tem Speaker issue: Congress should make Kodikunnil Suresh LoP, says BJP
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Congress have criticized the Centre over the pro-tem Speaker appointment issue, with the BJP asking for Kodikunnil Suresh to be appointed as the Opposition leader in the Lok Sabha. The BJP state chief K Surendran criticized the Centre's decision, calling Suresh "brilliant" and a member of the Dalit community. Suresh criticised the Centre's decision as threatening parliamentary democracy and indicating the BJP's continued use of parliamentary procedures for its own interests.
Kerala govt rejects opposition demand to register corruption case into liquor policy row
Kerala's Left government rejected opposition UDF's demand to register a corruption case regarding alleged liquor policy amendment. Chief Minister Vijayan dismissed claims in the state assembly. Opposition protested and demanded investigation and resignations, leading to a House boycott. Congress accuses LDF of bribery, while Left denied discussing any policy changes. There was a controversy over an audio clip suggesting bribes from bar owners. sparking further calls for action.
The BJP has breached these citadels for future gains
Lok Sabha Election Results: The BJP faced a potential defeat in Uttar Pradesh but achieved some significant victories. Notably, the party established dominance in Odisha, made inroads in Kerala with strategic outreach, struggled in Tamil Nadu despite increased vote share, and saw a major vote share surge in Punjab despite facing protests.
Welfare schemes, policies in India not oriented towards poor: P Chidambaram
Senior Congress leader P Chidambaram criticized the current welfare schemes in India, stating they aren't effectively targeted towards the poor. Speaking at an event, he emphasized the need for policies to be oriented towards marginalized sections like SCs, STs, and the poor to achieve an egalitarian society. Chidambaram advocated for universal and free healthcare and education as essential components of such a society, citing examples from European nations.
AAP bunch of propagandists who believe in Goebbels' principles: J P Nadda
BJP President J P Nadda expresses confidence in substantial electoral gains in states such as West Bengal, Odisha, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. Equally assured of maintaining dominance in northern and central India, Nadda asserts that his party is poised to secure re-election with a resounding majority. Regarding the RSS, Nadda emphasizes its social role, clarifying that it operates differently from a political entity. He underscores that expecting it to function like a political organization would not be acceptable to its leadership.
AI Express flight cancellations: Cong, CPI seek Aviation Ministry intervention
Leader of Opposition in the state assembly V D Satheesan wrote to Union Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya M Scindia highlighting the plight of the passengers and seeking his urgent intervention to ensure alternative travel arrangements for those affected.
Kerala airports see passengers protest against AI Express' last minute cancellations
Passengers, mostly travelling to the Gulf nations, claimed that they were informed about the flight cancellations after they completed their security check and were waiting to board the flight. While Air India Express has offered a full refund or complimentary rescheduling to another date, passengers are not happy with that.
Bank account was frozen after protests against Adani port, reveals Kerala's Latin church
Vizhinjam, a coastal hamlet in the state capital, had witnessed strong protests against the seaport, which also resulted in violence in November 2022. In a pastoral letter read during Sunday Mass, the Latin church said it was facing a funds crunch due to the freezing of its bank accounts by the authorities.
CPI(M), Congress unite against Doordarshan's decision to air 'The Kerala Story', seek ECI intervention
The Congress in Kerala has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission against Doordarshan's decision to air the controversial film 'The Kerala Story', accusing it of attempting to divide society on religious lines to benefit the ruling BJP. The ruling CPI(M) and opposition Congress have strongly protested the broadcast scheduled for April 5. The Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) plans a protest march, while the Leader of the Opposition condemns the film as malicious propaganda by the Sangh Parivar to divide the country.
Rs 1,800 cr tax demand prompts Congress to hold sit-in protest at Kerala's I-T offices over weekend
Congress in Kerala protests Rs 1,823.08 crore tax demand, accusing Modi government of authoritarian actions. Pradesh Congress Committees organize public demonstrations with senior leaders at state and district headquarters.
Arrest of Arvind Kejriwal to divert attention from electoral bonds scam: Kerala CM Vijayan
The chief minister said when the idea of electoral bonds was floated, the CPI(M) had opposed it as it was a tool for corruption and moved the Supreme Court against it.
BJP attacks Kerala CM over anti-CAA protests, says fostering communal division
Kerala's ruling Left party, the BJP, has attacked Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for promoting communal division and violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). BJP state chief K Surendran claimed the withdrawal of cases against anti-CAA protestors was taken to appease a particular community and called for the Election Commission of India (ECI) to take stern action.
Kerala Cabinet decides to pursue necessary legal measures against CAA
Amid protests in Kerala, the state cabinet pursues legal measures against the Citizenship Amendment Act. The state government has filed an original suit before the Supreme Court. Additional legal action is being prepared. The Act will not be enforced in Kerala.
Human lives should be given preference over stray dogs: Kerala HC
The Kerala High Court also directed the State government to frame guidelines, schemes or rules to give licences to individuals interested in maintaining stray dogs so that dog lovers can protect the animals.
West Bengal Governor Bose cuts short Kerala trip, to visit Sandeshkhali
West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has arrived in Sandeshkali after a visit to Kerala. Trinamool Congress supporters protested against Bose's visit, citing the recent violence in Sandeshkhali. Bose had cancelled a Bengal festival in Kerala and decided to visit Sandeshkhali to see the real Sandesh. The Governor instructed the State government to submit a report on the violence.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, colleagues allege 'economic discrimination' by Centre; protest in Delhi
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan leads protest in Delhi against Centre's alleged economic discrimination towards the state. Joined by CMs Arvind Kejriwal and Bhagwat Mann, along with other leaders, Vijayan vows to preserve federal structure and demand equal treatment for states. The protest comes amidst an ongoing probe into Vijayan's daughter's IT firm. Vijayan accuses Centre of squeezing Kerala financially and using tactics like ED summons and governor interference against opposition-led states.
Kerala’s Pinarayi Vijayan to protest in Delhi over “financial embargo” from Centre, day after Siddaramaiah’s sit in
Vijayan will become the second chief minister in two days to take his regime to Delhi to strike, a day after Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah’s sit-in at the same location for the same cause.
After Sidda, Kerala CM to hold Delhi protest; southern states allege economic discrimination
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Cabinet colleagues, along with Left Democratic Front MPs, will stage a dharna at Jantar Mantar to protest against the Centre's "economic discrimination" against Kerala. The move follows a similar protest by Karnataka government representatives in New Delhi, alleging raw economic deals.
Kerala Guv Khan stages wayside protest as SFI members wave black flags at him
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan stepped out of his vehicle and sat in front of a roadside shop, urging for the arrest of SFI activists who had protested against him in Nilamel within the district. Procuring a chair from the shop along the bustling MC Road, he insisted on action against those involved in the agitation.
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