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CWC formulation on Israel-Hamas conflict invites attack from BJP, stirs debate within

Congress supports ceasefire in Israel-Hamas conflict, but opinion divided in CWC meeting over absence of Hamas in resolution. BJP accuses Congress of supporting terror, while Congress says BJP doing politics over situation. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh clarifies party's stance on Twitter.

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Our government will conduct a country-wide caste census: Congress Working Committee

Congress to conduct nation-wide caste census, remove 50% cap on reservation, implement 33% women's quota in Lok Sabha/Assemblies. Rahul Gandhi calls it “progressive and powerful step” for emancipation of poor. CWC resolution condemns targeting of journalists & expresses anguish over Manipur crisis.

The Hindu · Oct 9, 2023

CPI(M) attempts to isolate Satheesan by trying to drive a wedge between top Congress leaders

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] State secretary M. V. Govindan on Friday sought to portray the Congress as a divided house plagued by rivalry, resentment, jealousy and one-upmanship at the helm. Mr. Govindan’s perception dovetailed with the narrative of a succession of top and mid-level leaders who had…

The Hindu · Sep 22, 2023

Congress workers take out victory laps across Kerala to celebrate Puthupally by-election win

Congress workers celebrate Chandy Oommen's by-election win in Puthupally. KPCC president Sudhakaran says UDF's victories in Thrikkakara and Puthupally bypolls, and local body polls, paint ominous picture for CPI(M)

The Hindu · Sep 8, 2023

Travancore Titanium corruption case against Oommen Chandy, others: petitioner to move Kerala High Court again

Kerala HC to re-look at plea for CBI probe into Travancore Titanium corruption case after Oommen Chandy's death. Petitioner seeks CBI probe into ₹256-crose pollution mitigating project, which reportedly turned out to be unviable. Other respondents incl. Ramesh Chennithala, V.K. Ebrahim Kunju & former officials. Puthuppally Const. to go to…

The Hindu · Sep 3, 2023

Tharoor says impromptu convening of Lok Sabha perplexing

Shashi Tharoor, MP, CWC member, says Centre's decision to hold Lok Sabha for 5 days is perplexing. BJP's One Nation One Election scheme won't yield any tangible political benefit. Pollster's survey of 25,000 mobile users to predict 2024 polls is questionable. Tharoor denies operating politically outside Kerala PCC. AICC has…

The Hindu · Sep 1, 2023

The Congress face of Kerala

CWC reshuffle unlikely to have major impact in Kerala, but could disturb delicate balance. Tharoor's induction likely strategic move to quell ambitions. Antony retained, Muraleedharan, Venugopal, Suresh special invitees. No new members from Christian/Muslim community. Congress must nurture Tharoor, promote a face to survive in Kerala.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

Bitterness in I-group over Congress’s denial of CWC post to Chennithala

-group loyalists suggested that Congress accommodated strident critics of the party in the CWC while side-lining Mr. Chennithala, who had “never deviated from the high command’s line”.

The Hindu · Aug 21, 2023

CPI(M) counters Cong. move to vilify CM, family

CPI(M) defends CM Vijayan against Congress' corruption charges; CM's tour of Puthuppally to focus on development. CPI(M) Central secretariat member A.K. Balan challenged Congress leader Mathew Kuzhalnadan to quit politics if the party proved that Mr. Vijayan's daughter had not paid IGST compensation. Leader of Opposition V. D.Satheesan and senior…

The Hindu · Aug 20, 2023

Chennithala alleges corruption in K-FON Internet deal

Congress: Govt's move to give K-FON contract to Ishan Infotech, linked to PM Modi, proof of 'understanding' between CPI(M) and BJP. CAG report shows Chief Minister excelled in 'systematic corruption'. Allegations against CM's daughter raised by quasi-judicial tribunal. CPI(M) State sec. defends CM's actions.

The Hindu · Aug 20, 2023