Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan cuts short foreign trip, back in State Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan cuts short family tour to review monsoon preparedness amidst controversy. The Hindu · May 18, 2024
Of hammer and sickle, mousetraps, civet cats, and scorpions at LS election hustings CPI(M) faces potential symbol change, sparking political controversy and speculation about alliance with BJP in Kerala. The Hindu · Mar 24, 2024
Malappuram BJP candidate Abdul Salam kept away from Modi’s roadshow BJP candidate denied entry to PM Modi's roadshow in Palakkad, sparking controversy over religious discrimination allegations. The Hindu · Mar 19, 2024
Governor has failed to uphold his Constitutional duties: Balan Several pro-Left service organisations held a mass demonstration in front of Kerala Raj Bhavan on Saturday, accusing Governor Arif Mohammed Khan of attempting to ‘saffronise’ State universities. The Hindu · Dec 16, 2023
CPI(M) senses political victory in Congress’s adjournment motion in LS blaming Centre for Kerala’s financial woes CPI(M) hails Congress move to spotlight Centre's "fiscal hostility" towards Kerala; kerala chief minister pinarayi Vijayan terms it "course correction"; Balan says Congress sensed tide changing in Kerala; Gopinath says he remains a Congress person at heart. The Hindu · Dec 5, 2023
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 · Nov 20, 2023
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. The Hindu · Nov 7, 2023
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. The Hindu · Nov 6, 2023
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… The Hindu · Nov 3, 2023
A. K. Balan urges KSFE officials to be vigilant against fake chits CPI(M) Central committee member and former Minister A.K. Balan on Saturday called upon the employees of the Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) to be vigilant against the creation of fake chits in the company using forged names and signatures to meet business targets. The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023
Sudhakaran goes back on his offer to quit as PCC chief Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president K. Sudhakaran, MP, retreated from his Saturday’s statement that he contemplated giving up his organisational responsibilities in the wake of the Crime Branch’s probe against him in connection with suspected fake antiquities dealer Monson Mavunkal’s alleged financial malfeasance. The Hindu · Jun 25, 2023
RSS is behind Kerala Governor, alleges M.B. Rajesh ‘RSS is conspiring to upset secular government in Kerala’ The Hindu · Sep 19, 2022
Jayarajan booked for attempted murder Assault on two Youth Congress workers in aircraft The Hindu · Jul 20, 2022
CPI(M) ignites debate on leaving aided school appointments to PSC A.K. Balan's comment draws severe flak from Church, SNDP Yogam hails the proposal The Hindu · May 25, 2022