Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Legislative Assembly has witnessed a significant decline in the number of sitting days in recent years, sparking debate over legislative productivity and democratic functioning. Critics argue that fewer sittings reduce the scope for detailed discussions, scrutiny of government policies, and effective opposition participation. Responding to the concerns, Speaker A. N. Shamseer defended Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Assembly witnessed chaotic scenes on Tuesday as the Opposition staged strong protests over the alleged loss of gold at the Sabarimala temple, disrupting proceedings and forcing repeated adjournments. The controversy erupted after reports surfaced about a discrepancy in the quantity of gold linked to Sabarimala, one of the most revered pilgrimage centres Read More…
Political tempers flared in the legislative assemblies of Kerala and Tamil Nadu as sharp confrontations erupted between Governors and elected state governments over the customary policy addresses, triggering intense debate on constitutional propriety and federal principles. In Kerala, controversy unfolded during the opening of the Budget Session when Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivered the policy Read More…