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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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Congress launches preparations for Lok Sabha polls in Kerala

The Congress has launched its preparations for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections in Kerala by organising district-level meetings of its functionaries representing booth, block, and ‘mandalam’ committees.

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JD(S) Kerala unit scrambles to shrug off stigma of its national leadership aligning with BJP

JD(S) State unit scrambles to distance itself from national leadership's alliance with BJP in Karnataka. Embarrassment for JD(S) as Congress uses statement to try to weaken CPI(M)'s pivot to minorities. JD(S) leader Krishnankutty claims Thomas told national leadership alliance with BJP unacceptable. Ambiguous on whether party will formally split, change…

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Kerala JD(S) row | Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan asks Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan to expel Minister

Kerala opposition Leader VDD Satheesan urges chief minister pinarayi vijayan to expel JD(S) nominee from Cabinet as party aligned with NDA. He alleges CPI(M)-BJP alliance helping former stay in power. CAG report on KMSCL purchases during COVID-19 pandemic proves Oppn. allegations of corruption. Satheesan also wants CM to restrain M.M.…

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Karuvannur Service Co-operative Bank scam | Depositors in dire straits

The multi-crore loan scam at Karuvannur Service Cooperative Bank in Kerala’s Thrissur district may have a ripple effect on other institutions working with community-owned and controlled assets, finds Mini Muringatheri

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The Congress’s misplaced confidence

Confidence in Congress is high after wins in Thrikkakara and Puthuppally by-elections. UDF is banking on anti-incumbency sentiment, but infighting and lack of enthusiasm among sitting MPs may prove costly. CPI(M) has better rapport with minority communities and is preparing for 2024 polls. BJP's presence in 5 LS constituencies could…

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CPI(M) to blame for sorry state of State’s cooperative sector: Muraleedharan

Union Minister V. Muraleedharan accused CPI(M) of destroying cooperative sector in Kerala, distributing State wealth to friends & party men. He alleged corruption from panchayat-level to Secretariat & misuse of Central funds. He said Congress was also guilty, leaving them unable to act as responsible Opposition.

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Centre must ensure safety of Keralites in Israel: CPI(M)

The Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] State secretariat has urged the Union government to ensure the safety and welfare of Keralites stranded in Israel.

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Karuvannur bank scam casts Thrissur LS constituency at the centre of a high-stakes CPI(M)-BJP political battle

In Thrissur, the Karuvannur Cooperative Bank scam has become a major political issue ahead of the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. BJP's Suresh Gopi has increased the party's vote share in the district, and CPI(M) is on the offensive, accusing BJP of using ED to further Gopi's candidacy. BJP's K. Surendran…

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Party panel paid no heed to my affidavit before taking action, says G. Sudhakaran

The State committee had publicly censured Mr. Sudhakaran for not behaving as expected of a party State committee member during candidate selection and campaign for the 2021 Assembly election

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KPCC to target Chief Minister and LDF government as pre-poll strategy

KPCC meeting seeks to cast CM Pinarayi Vijayan as "authoritarian villain" of "corrupt and anti-people" LDF. Congress to highlight corruption charges, CPI(M)'s disdain for faith, and BJP-orchestrated violence. UDF to hold 19/20 seats in 2024 LS polls; jury out on new/old faces.

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CPI(M) should introspect on headscarf issue, says Kunhalikutty

IUML's P.K. Kunhalikutty urged CPI(M) to examine why its member K. Anil Kumar spoke against Muslim girls wearing headscarves in Malappuram. M.V. Govindan rejected the remarks, but Kunhalikutty said it was not enough. M.K. Muneer accused CPI(M) and Sangh Parivar of having same views towards Muslims, and asked what action…

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23 CPI (M) cadre held for bid to stage black flag protest against T.N. Governor in Cuddalore

23 CPI (M) cadres arrested in Cuddalore for protesting TN Governor Ravi's pro-Sanatana Dharma speeches & refusal to clear Bill banning NEET. Police prevented protesters from staging black flag protest against Ravi's actions, which they deemed anti-people & unconstitutional.

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Fixing the rot in the cooperative sector

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CPI(M) leader’s remarks on Malappuram Muslim girls trigger protest

Muslim orgs protest CPI(M) leader's remarks on Malappuram Muslim girls removing headscarves. Muslim Jamat demands apology, says statement a public challenge to community. Samastha Kerala Jamiyyathul Ulama, Sunni Yuvajana Sangham & IUML condemn remarks as anti-religious. IUML leader K.M. Shaji says CPI(M) upset about Muslim girls' educational advancement. Former Minister…

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CPI(M) unwarily steps into the political minefield surrounding the hijab debate

State secretary M.V. Govindan tries to salvage the situation that arose after State committee member K. Anil Kumar stated that the Communist party’s progressive influence emboldened Muslim women in north Kerala to abandon the hijab

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CPI(M) finds an unlikely ally in IUML in its opposition to ED probes into the cooperative sector

BJP reiterates argument that the CPI(M) and the UDF, of which IUML is a part of, are on the same page when it comes to corruption and says the ruling front and Opposition have banded against the ED to conceal their respective financial shenanigans

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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…

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CPI(M) will cooperate with INDIA bloc without being part of its organisational apparatus

CPI(M) to participate in INDIA deliberations without being part of coordination committee. Will cooperate without being inside partner of anti-BJP alliance. CPI(M) to maintain separate identity, tow party line while collaborating. V.D. Satheesan's allegations of Kerala leadership's spite for Congress dismissed. Puthuppally byelection win attributed to sympathy for late CM's…

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All parties welcome to join INDIA committee says Abhishek Banerjee after CPI(M) refuses

Abhishek Banerjee, TMC leader, welcomes all parties to join INDIA Opposition Bloc in fight against BJP. CPI(M) has reservations and decided to stay out. WB CPI(M) has expressed reservations against joining. TMC maintains political dominance over Left and Congress.

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Puthuppally bypoll defeat to mark CPI(M)‘s end in Kerala: Satheesan

The Puthuppally bypoll defeat will mark the beginning of the end of the CPI(M) in Kerala, Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan has claimed.

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