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UDF unhappy about IUML leader’s nomination to Kerala Bank director board

UDF's Ajay Mohan expresses displeasure at IUML leader's nomination to Kerala Bank director board. IUML leaders justify nomination, saying it is their right. CPI(M) denies inviting IUML to LDF, while IUML reiterates commitment to UDF.

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Kerala CM Pinarayi refutes Congress charge that Navakerala Sadas is elitist

Pinarayi Vijayan refutes Opposition's criticism of his inaccessibility at Navakerala Sadas. Industries Minister P. Rajeeve says Sadas contrasts with UDF's outreach. V.D. Satheesan draws parallel to colonial rulers' durbars. A.K. Balan claims Congress boycott widened fissures in UDF. Pinarayi Vijayan's Navakerala Sadas contrasts with UDF's outreach, with Opposition alleging elitism.…

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Thangal reiterates IUML’s unwavering commitment to UDF

IUML State President Thangal dismissed reports of leaving UDF & joining LDF. He reaffirmed IUML's commitment to strengthen UDF. LDF trying to create rift in UDF due to fear of failure in LS polls. IUML's duty is to work for UDF & oppose LDF's anti-people policies. IUML is mainstay of…

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IUML asserts its commitment to Congress-led UDF amid Left overtures in Kerala

Indian Union Muslim League’s Thangal reaffirms party's commitment to UDF; rejects speculation of joining LDF. IUML leader reiterates party's allegiance to UDF, rejects speculation of joining LDF. Thangal stresses IUML's role in strengthening UDF, denies any shift in alliance.

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IUML leader’s presence at Navakerala Sadas sparks row

N.A. Aboobacker, a member of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) State council and an industry leader, shared the stage with Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan during the morning session of the Navakerala Sadas in Kasaragod on Sunday, triggering a controversy in the political circles.

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LDF interprets IUML leader’s presence at ‘Nava Kerala Sadassu’ as an omen of bipartisan political endorsement and rejection of Congress’s boycott

The Left Democratic Front (LDF) government seemed to interpret the attendance of an Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader at the ‘Nava Kerala Sadassu’ chaired by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Kasargode as an indication of rising bipartisan political approval for the programme and an “encouraging sign” that the Congress…

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Kerala Bank nomination: posters against IUML MLA appear in Malappuram

IUML's P. Abdul Hameed's nomination to Kerala Bank's director board has caused strong resentment within the Muslim League. Posters describing him as Judas have appeared across Malappuram. The nomination is seen as a ploy by CPI(M) to woo IUML, which is fighting the CPI(M) over the merger of all District…

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Congress adopting ambivalent stance on Palestine issue: CM

CM Vijayan criticizes Congress for "ambivalent" stance on Palestine issue. He questions Congress' "followers of Nehru" for lack of clear stance on humanitarian issue. He also slams Congress for not organizing a token protest in Delhi. He contrasts this with CPI(M)'s condemnation of Israel's "sadist" war on Gaza. He also…

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IUML legislator’s nomination to Kerala Bank board kindles speculations

IUML's P. Abdul Hameed nominated to Kerala Bank's director board. IUML leadership expressed happiness, rejecting speculations of CPI(M) attempting to win IUML around. Hameed holds record for longest-serving leader in post. UDF taking on CPI(M) legally for amalgamating district banks into Kerala Bank. IUML wants to work together to move…

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Uncertainty over Shashi Tharoor’s presence at Congress rally

Congress to hold rally in Kozhikode on Nov 23 to support Palestine; speculation if Shashi Tharoor will attend; IUML, CPI(M) had criticized him for his statement; Congress to hold rally at Kozhikode beach; district admin yet to give permission; P.A. Mohamed Riyas, district admin, and Congress leadership held hectic parleys…

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In Kerala, playing politics over Gaza

The conflict in West Asia has triggered a game of political opportunism

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‘CPI(M) cannot drive a wedge between IUML, Congress’

The Congress and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) ties date back decades and no forces, including the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI (M)], can drive a wedge between the parties, Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan has said.

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Kunhalikutty skips MVR memorial seminar

IUML's P.K. Kunhalikutty withdrew from M.V. Raghavan memorial seminar due to opposition from CMP, UDF ally. Congress alleged to have influenced IUML decision, causing discord in UDF. Kunhalikutty also skipped CMP district council event.

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Kerala CM denies using Palestine cause to woo allies the Opposition

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Wednesday sought to scotch the Opposition speculation that the Communist Party of India (Marxist) was actively scouting for new alliance partners from the Congress and the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) by casting a morally authoritative stance on the Palestine issue as a lure.

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CPI(M) will continue engaging with IUML, says party Kozhikode district secretary Mohanan

CPI(M) will engage IUML on issues of public interest. Rally to be held Nov 11 in Kozhikode to express solidarity with Palestinians. Congress not invited due to its tilt towards Israel. CM Pinarayi Vijayan to open rally at Calicut Trade Centre. Rally named after late PLO leader Yasser Arafath.

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CPI(M) using Palestine cause to make political gains: Satheesan

Opposition leader Satheesan accuses CPI(M) of trying to make political mileage out of Palestine issue. IUML decides to stay away from CPI(M) rally due to Congress not being invited. UDF constituents Congress and IUML discuss preparations for upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Satheesan refuses to comment on KPCC action against Aryadan…

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CPI(M) using Palestine issue for political gains in Kerala, says Leader of Opposition V.D Satheesan

Opp. Leader Satheesan accuses CPI(M) of using Palestine issue for political gains, while Congress leader Chennithala calls Left party "opportunistic" and "sinking ship". Satheesan alleges CPI(M) trying to poach Congress/IUML members, Chennithala advises Balan to drop hopes of luring them away.

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CPI(M) bats for Shoukath as he appears before Congress disciplinary panel over Palestine rally

CPI(M) and LDF attempt to protect Congress leader Shoukath's secular position, while Congress and IUML work to counter CPI(M)'s gambit. Both parties wary of CPI(M)'s attempts to weaken Congress and advantage BJP. Disciplinary committee seeks clarity on Shoukath's pro-Palestine rally, but no punishment expected.

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UDF accuses CPI(M) of using Palestine cause for narrow political ends

Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan has accused the Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] of using the Palestine cause to achieve its narrow and immediate political ends.

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CPI(M) invites ‘disgruntled’ Congress workers to line up with LDF on Palestine

The CPI(M) invited Congress workers “disgruntled” with their party’s “ambivalent stance” on the Palestine question to line up with the LDF to voice solidarity with the victims of Israel’s “genocidal” war in Gaza.

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IUML tactfully declines CPI(M)’s invite to pro-Palestine meet

The Kerala State committee of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has once again tactfully declined the advances of the ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] by turning down its invitation to attend a rally to express solidarity with the Palestinian people in Kozhikode on November 11.

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IUML turns down CPI(M) invite to attend Kozhikode rally in support of Palestine

IUML won't attend CPI(M) rally in Kozhikode on Nov 11. Party cites technical reasons, expresses gratitude for invitation. Top IUML leadership decides to decline invite to avoid impression of discord with Congress. Urges govt to convene all-party meet to discuss Palestine issue.

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IUML objects to Sudhakaran’s remarks about Basheer

IUML expresses displeasure at KPCC chief's caustic reference; to discuss whether to attend CPI(M) rally or not. IUML hints at keenness to attend rally, says it's a question of humanity. No decision taken yet.

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Israel-Hamas war | CPI(M) hails IUML ‘decision’ to participate in LDF’s pro-Palestine rally in Kozhikode

IUML appears to be aligning with CPI(M) on various issues, including UCC, Palestine cause. CPI(M) has held meetings to mobilise public opinion against Israel's attacks on Gaza, while IUML is reportedly disgruntled with Congress' lack of support. IUML's decision to join CPI(M) rally in Kozhikode to show solidarity with Palestine…

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CPI, BJP ‘tie up’ for cooperative bank election in Kasaragod

The forthcoming election to the Paivalike Service Cooperative Bank has taken an unexpected turn with reports emerging that traditional rivals, the Communist Party of India (CPI) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), have joined hands.

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