During the Republic Day celebrations at Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar delivered a stirring address, emphasizing Kerala’s profound cultural connection with the nation. He stated, “Our culture doesn’t differ; what differs are the shades of the culture,” highlighting the unity that binds India’s diverse cultural fabric. Governor Arlekar also praised Kerala’s Read More…
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Kerala Faces Financial Stress Due to Declining Union Fiscal Transfers: Governor
In his inaugural speech for the 13th session of the Kerala Legislative Assembly, Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar shed light on the state’s growing financial difficulties, attributing them to a significant decline in Union fiscal transfers. Despite ongoing efforts by the Kerala government to boost revenue and control expenditures, the state continues to experience liquidity stress, Read More…
Arlekar’s Bold First-Day Move: Kerala Governor Halts Govt Decision, Reinstates Khan’s Security Team
Thiruvananthapuram: On his very first day in office, Kerala Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar made a decisive move by reversing a government decision to transfer police officers from the Governor’s security detail. The officers in question were reportedly trusted aides of former Governor Arif Mohammed Khan. The government had replaced them with personnel favored by the Read More…
Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar Sworn in as Kerala’s 23rd Governor
Thiruvananthapuram: Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar was formally sworn in as the 23rd Governor of Kerala in a grand ceremony held at Raj Bhavan today. Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar, administered the oath of office at 10:30 AM. Arlekar, who takes over from Arif Mohammed Khan, who has been reassigned as Read More…
Arif Mohammed Khan Bids Farewell to Kerala After Eventful Tenure, Highlights Lifelong Bond
Arif Mohammed Khan, the outgoing Governor of Kerala, concluded his tumultuous tenure on Sunday, leaving behind a legacy marked by political confrontations and deep emotional connections with the state. In his farewell address, Khan expressed heartfelt gratitude, saying, “My term has come to an end. But Kerala has a very special place in my heart. Read More…
Sanjay Malhotra Takes Charge as the 26th RBI Governor
Sanjay Malhotra, a 1990-batch IAS officer, has officially assumed office as the 26th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). He succeeds Shaktikanta Das, whose six-year term concluded on December 10, 2024. Before this role, Malhotra served as Revenue Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, where he contributed significantly to shaping tax policies and Read More…
Difference of opinion between the Governor and the Chief Minister widens
By Adv. C K George T’vm: The difference of opinion between the Kerala Governor Mr Arif Mohammed Khan and the Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has widened to an unprecedented level following turning down of former’s demand for an in-person briefing from the Chief Secretary and the State Police Chief. The Governor had asked their clarification Read More…