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V D Satheesan govt: Mix of experienced and new faces

V.D. Satheesan sworn in as Kerala's new Chief Minister, leading a UDF government with 20 ministers. The cabinet blends experience with 14 newcomers, including two women and two Scheduled Caste members. Key figures like Ramesh Chennithala and P.K. Kunhalikutty are set to take on significant portfolios, promising a fresh political…

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‘Controversy is surprising’: After Congress criticism, Shashi Tharoor stands by his newspaper oped

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended his opinion piece on Kerala’s industrial growth after facing criticism from his own party.

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Support grows for all-party meet to discuss Vadakara situation

Leaders support all-party meeting in Vadakara to address election-related controversies, emphasizing the need for peace and harmony.

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Rahul in Rae Bareli will strengthen INDIA prospects, says Kunhalikutty

IUML's P.K. Kunhalikutty praises Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Rae Bareli, strengthening the INDIA front.

The Hindu

Rahul Gandhi’s candidature from Rae Bareli evokes mixed response in Kerala

Mixed responses to Rahul Gandhi's decision to contest from Raebareli in addition to Wayanad, criticized by opponents and defended by supporters.

The Hindu

IUML sure of thumping wins in Ponnani, Malappuram

IUML confident of winning big in Malappuram and Ponnani Lok Sabha constituencies, expecting victory margins of lakhs of votes.

The Hindu

Voices of Kerala MPs against CAA in Lok Sabha were not feeble

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A change unlikely in this IUML stronghold

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Modi’s guarantees hold no value, says Satheesan

UDF leader V.D. Satheesan criticizes Modi's failed guarantees, accuses Kerala CM of fascism, promises to fight communalism and fascism.

The Hindu

Centre’s framing of CAA Rules animates Kerala politics and reforges State’s Lok Sabha election narratives

The Central government’s recent framing of rules to enforce the contentious Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) has animated Kerala politics ahead of what portends to be a bitterly contested Lok Sabha elections.

The Hindu

LDF sees opportunity in Congress-IUML ‘inconclusive’ LS seat-sharing talks

LDF capitalizes on Congress-IUML seat sharing dispute to gain political advantage, highlighting Congress's soft Hindutva stance.

The Hindu

Shihab Thangal does a volte-face on Ayodhya, courts controversy

A recent statement by Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) State president Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal advising party workers to accept the reality and to go ahead by setting aside protests over Ayodhya has courted a controversy.

The Hindu

Kerala Assembly | UDF slams Governor’s ‘perfunctory’ reading of policy statement for the next fiscal

The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) has slammed Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan for making a “mockery” of the Kerala Legislative Assembly by restricting his policy address to a brief and “perfunctory” reading of the concluding paragraph. Leader of the Opposition V.D .Satheesan said Mr. Khan’s “dismissive” attitude to the…

The Hindu

IUML’s unequivocal stand loud and clear for Congress

The IUML had late last year restated its closeness to the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) in the State and the messaging on Ayodhya from the January 21 rally was loud and clear.

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CM to holds talks with Opposition leaders on Monday

Thiruvananthapuram: Left Democratic Front government seeks Opposition's support to counter alleged discriminatory policies by the Centre towards Kerala.

The Hindu

CPI(M) in Kerala perceives cracks in Opposition UDF over Centre’s ‘financial embargo’ on State

CPI(M) alleges Centre's "financial embargo" on Kerala has created political fissures in UDF. CPI(M) State secretary M.V. Govindan said Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) leader P.K. Kunhalikutty had evinced interest to cooperate with the ruling Left Democratic Front (LDF) to wrest what the Centre financially owed Kerala and also fight…

The Hindu

Country needs return of secular forces to power: P.K. Kunhalikutty

P.K. Kunhalikutty urges Congress to lead secular-democratic force to counter communalism and separatism. He recalled C.N. Balakrishnan's efficiency in maintaining communal harmony and helping Congress get max seats and vote share. District Congress Committee President Jose Vallur and former Assembly Speaker Therambil Ramakrishnan spoke at the event.

The Hindu

Navakerala Sadas finishes Kannur tour leaving plaudits and brickbats in its wake

LDF govt's Navakerala Sadas ends in Kannur; Cabinet confers in Thalassery, draws criticism for lining schoolchildren to hail CM. MSF protests DEO's decision to ferry children to Sadas venues. Congress accuses police of detaining workers, CPI(M) sees optimism in IUML leader's statement. Congress petitions Police Chief against CM for condoning…

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Shihab Thangal’s is the final word for IUML, asserts P.K. Kunhalikutty

IUML's P.K. Kunhalikutty affirms that party president Syed Sadikali Shihab Thangal's word is final and unequivocal. He clarifies that IUML will remain in the UDF and not desert it, countering the LDF's policies.

The Hindu

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.

The Hindu

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…

The Hindu

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.

The Hindu

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…

The Hindu

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.

The Hindu

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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