Differences have reportedly surfaced within the Communist Party of India (Marxist) during a district secretariat meeting in Alappuzha, with some members demanding the removal of Pinarayi Vijayan from the post of Leader of the Opposition. According to sources, a section of leaders questioned why “special concessions” were being repeatedly given to Pinarayi Vijayan, both during Read More…
Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan on Monday said the new Kerala government has begun implementing two of the five major promises made by the Congress-led alliance ahead of the Assembly elections. Addressing the media, Satheesan announced that the “Indira Guarantee” scheme, which provides free travel for women in Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) buses, Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala recorded a decline on May 18, bringing some relief to jewellery buyers. According to rate details the price of gold dropped by ₹65 per gram. The rate of 916 hallmark gold is now ₹14,320 per gram, while the price for eight grams (one sovereign) stands at ₹1,14,560. Meanwhile, 18-carat gold is Read More…
V. D. Satheesan on Monday took oath as the 13th Chief Minister of Kerala at a grand ceremony attended by top political leaders and a large crowd of supporters. Rajendra Arlekar administered the oath of office to Satheesan, who took the oath in the name of God. Along with the Chief Minister, members of the Read More…
Chief Minister-designate V. D. Satheesan on Sunday announced the list of ministers for the new Kerala cabinet and submitted it to Rajendra Arlekar. The leaders selected as ministers include Ramesh Chennithala, Sunny Joseph, K. Muraleedharan, Bindu Krishna, A. P. Anil Kumar, P. C. Vishnunath, M. Liju, Roji M. John, T. Siddique and O. J. Janish Read More…
Scientific examination has confirmed that the tiger tooth seized from rapper Vedan is genuine. The test was conducted at a zoological laboratory in Kolkata, officials said. Following the confirmation, the Forest Department is preparing to file a chargesheet in the case. The incident dates back to April last year, when police conducted a raid at Read More…
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday announced that the NEET-UG re-examination will be conducted on June 21 following the cancellation of the earlier test amid allegations of irregularities. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Dharmendra Pradhan said the government considers students’ future its highest priority and assured strict action against anyone involved in Read More…
Gold prices in Kerala registered a sharp decline on Friday, bringing relief to jewellery buyers across the state. According to the latest rates, the price of 22-carat gold dropped by ₹205 per gram compared to the previous day. With the latest revision, one gram of 22-carat gold (916 hallmark) is now priced at ₹14,675, while Read More…
Senior Congress leader Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan on Friday expressed confidence that Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan would emerge as a strong and effective leader for Kerala. Speaking to reporters, Radhakrishnan said Satheesan possesses the vision, competence and leadership qualities needed to serve as chief minister. He also stressed the importance of forming a capable team to Read More…
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has reportedly expressed dissatisfaction following the party’s decision on the Kerala chief ministership and is considering resigning as an MLA. According to party sources, Chennithala conveyed his decision to resign during a phone conversation with Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi, who had contacted him to inform him about Read More…