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The Kerala Story 2 is a ‘threat to secularism’, says Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan: ‘They are spreading false propaganda’

The Kerala Story 2 is a ‘threat to secularism’, says Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan: ‘They are spreading false propaganda’

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The trailer of the upcoming Hindi film, The Kerala Story 2, has sparked divisive reactions hours after it was launched. The film, said to be based on true events, shows the plight of girls trapped in forced conversion cases. However, several viewers and political leaders have criticised the film, calling it ‘propaganda’. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has issued a statement, condemning the film. Pinarayi Vijayan has slammed The Kerala Story 2, an upcoming Hindi film. Kerala CM slams The Kerala Story 2 On Wednesday, CM Vijayan expressed concern over the upcoming release of the film, saying that its first instalment was made with the “intent to spread hatred against the state and undermine its secular tradition.” In a statement issued by his office, Vijayan questioned how “poisonous works produced to spread division and hatred in society” were allowed to be screened, while a film like Beef was barred from a film festival. ‘They are spreading false propaganda’ “They are spreading false propaganda by portraying even marriages conducted with mutual consent as examples of communalism …

Kerala for All conclave LIVE: Two-day conclave that focuses on inclusive and accessible tourism kicks off

Kerala for All conclave LIVE: Two-day conclave that focuses on inclusive and accessible tourism kicks off

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‘Viksit Bharat for all’, says Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group “When you talk about Viksit Bharat, you mean Viksit Bharat for all — including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, Dalit, Muslim, Hindu, persons with disabilities, acid attack warriors, and more. You cannot have infrastructure or tourism for a few and not for all,” says Keshav Suri, Executive Director, The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

On Malayalam Language Bill, it’s Siddaramaiah vs Pinarayi | India News

On Malayalam Language Bill, it’s Siddaramaiah vs Pinarayi | India News

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said Saturday that the apprehensions raised regarding the Malayalam Language Bill, 2025, do not reflect facts or the inclusive spirit of the legislation passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly. Referring to his Karnataka counterpart Siddaramaiah’s statement that the Bill is “an attack on the freedom of language guaranteed by the Constitution”, Vijayan said the proposed law has provisions to safeguard the rights of linguistic minorities, particularly Kannada- and Tamil-speaking communities. The Kerala Assembly last October passed the Bill, which stipulates Malayalam as the official language of the state and envisages its use in government services, the judiciary, among other areas. It also calls for establishing a Malayalam language development authority and says Malayalam will be compulsory as the first language in all Kerala syllabus schools. All products sold or manufactured in Kerala should also carry labels in Malayalam. As the Bill is pending with Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, the Karnataka Border Areas Development Authority (KBADA) has urged him to reconsider the legislation. Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah also joined the issue, …

‘Who Facilitated Access?’ Kerala CM On Sonia Gandhi’s Photo With Sabarimala Gold Theft Accused | India News

‘Who Facilitated Access?’ Kerala CM On Sonia Gandhi’s Photo With Sabarimala Gold Theft Accused | India News

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Last Updated:January 01, 2026, 23:31 IST The Chief Minister added that the SIT would decide whom to question as part of its investigation, based solely on evidence and information gathered. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. (PTI file photo) Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, on Thursday, ruled out the need for a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe at this stage into the Sabarimala gold heist case, asserting that the High Court-monitored Special Investigation Team (SIT) was proceeding in the “right direction” and enjoying broad public confidence. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPI-M) have been demanding a CBI probe into the matter. Speaking to the media, Chief Minister Vijayan said the probe was being conducted strictly under the supervision of the Kerala High Court and that the SIT was doing its job effectively. “It was this government which suggested a High Court-monitored investigation. Neither the Chief Minister nor the Chief Minister’s Office has any role whatsoever in the conduct of the probe,” he said, dismissing allegations of political interference as …

Pope Francis was ardent advocate for poor, marginalised: Kerala CM Vijayan | Latest News India

Pope Francis was ardent advocate for poor, marginalised: Kerala CM Vijayan | Latest News India

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Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday condoled the demise of Pope Francis, describing him as an ardent advocate for the poor and the marginalised. Pope Francis was ardent advocate for poor, marginalised: Kerala CM Vijayan History’s first Latin American pontiff, who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, Pope Francis died on Monday at the age of 88. In a message, the chief minister said Pope Francis leaves behind a legacy marked by compassion, inclusivity, and a profound commitment to social justice. His papacy was characterised by significant outreach to marginalised communities, interfaith dialogue, and a critical stance on global capitalism, the Left veteran recalled. “Pope Francis was an ardent advocate for the poor and the marginalised,” he said. He frequently emphasised the Church’s mission to serve those “discarded” by society, including the homeless and impoverished, the chief minister noted. His experiences in Buenos Aires shaped his understanding of poverty, leading him to declare that “the globalisation of …

For hacking to death BJP worker in 2005, eight CPI(M) men get life term, including brother of Pinarayi’s press secretary | India News

For hacking to death BJP worker in 2005, eight CPI(M) men get life term, including brother of Pinarayi’s press secretary | India News

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A district sessions court in Kannur Monday sentenced eight CPI(M) workers, including the brother of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s press secretary, to life imprisonment in connection with the 2005 murder of a BJP worker in Kannur. Another CPI(M) worker was awarded three-year rigorous imprisonment in the case. The court had on Friday found nine persons guilty in the murder of Elambilayi Sooraj, 32, who was hacked to death by the accused on August 7, 2005, at Muzhappilangad village in Kannur. The accused who were awarded life imprisonment include T K Rajeesh, who is already undergoing life imprisonment in the 2012 murder of rebel Marxist leader T P Chandrasekharan, and P M Manoraj, the brother of P M Manoj, Vijayan’s press secretary. Story continues below this ad Other prominent figures who have been convicted are Prabhakaran Master, a former local secretary of the CPI(M) and former president of Edakkad panchayat, and two CPI(M) local committee members, K V Padmanabhan and Manombeth Radhakrishnan. According to the prosecution, the CPI(M) had developed a grudge towards Sooraj after …

With over 500 cases in every district, Kerala’s drug menace is widespread and escalating

With over 500 cases in every district, Kerala’s drug menace is widespread and escalating

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Students of the Government Polytechnic College, Kalamassery, take a pledge as part of an anti-drug campaign | Photo Credit: THULASI KAKKAT Over the past three years, there has been a sudden surge in drug abuse in Kerala, sparking widespread concern. In March, the Kerala High Court warned of the “poisonous fangs of the drug mafia”, while the Governor met with university Vice-Chancellors to address student drug use. The State Higher Education Department launched a ‘Love-a-Thon’ campaign against substance abuse, and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan urged new Sub-Inspectors to take a lead in combating the drug trade. Last month, the State Assembly suspended regular business to discuss the growing crisis. The reactions are well-founded. Chart 1 shows the State-wise number of cases filed under the Narcotics Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act, 1985, between 2017 and 2024. The number of cases under the Act surged from 5,695 in 2021 to 26,619 in 2022 and surpassed 30,000 in 2023. In 2024, over 27,701 cases were recorded. Chart 1 | Number of cases filed under the NDPS Act While drug …

‘Declare Kerala Backward If You Want Funds’: Row Over Minister’s Remark

‘Declare Kerala Backward If You Want Funds’: Row Over Minister’s Remark

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New Delhi: Amid the Opposition’s charge that Budget 2025 had ignored Kerala, Union Minister George Kurian has said the southern state must declare that it is backward if it wants more funds from the Centre. The remark has intensified the row and the ruling Left has said the minister’s statement reflects the Centre’s “anti-Kerala” stand. Shortly after Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman delivered the Budget speech in Lok Sabha, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said it was a disappointing budget for the state. He said the Centre had ignored their request for funds to rebuild Wayanad, where landslides in July claimed more than 400 lives. The Budget also ignored the Vizhinjam Port in Kerala. “We had requested a special package for Rs 24,000 crore besides a special Wayanad landslide package. Considering the national importance of the Vizhinjam Port, we had requested support for it too. But none of these have been considered,” he said. “Kerala is being penalised for its gains in the education and other sectors. It is said that our state does not need …

Today in Politics: Ministers of non-BJP states to discuss ‘developmental and financial hurdles’ | Political Pulse News

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Ministers from five non-BJP-ruled states will meet in Thiruvananthapuram on Thursday to discuss issues they would like to present to the 16th Finance Commission. The meeting, hosted by Kerala, comes at a “critical time when the states face significant developmental and financial hurdles”, according to a statement issued by the office of Kerala Finance Minister K N Balagopal. The “main objective is to present these challenges to the 16th Finance Commission”, chaired by Dr A Arvind Panagariya, and “explore potential solutions”, the statement said. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate the meeting, which will be attended by Telangana Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka; Karnataka Revenue Minister Krishna Byre Gowda; Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema and Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu. In context: Opposition-ruled states, especially those from the south, have over the years complained about the Union government’s tax devolution policies and losing out on tax revenue. In February, they even hit the streets of Delhi in protest. At the time, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s economic advisor Basavaraj …

CM Vijayan asks Doordarshan to withdraw screening of ‘The Kerala Story’ | Latest News India

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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Thursday condemned the Doordarshan’s decision to telecast “The Kerala Story” and asked the public broadcaster to withdraw from screening the controversial movie, saying it would only “exacerbate communal tensions” ahead of the Lok Sabha polls. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan He also asked the national broadcaster not to become a “propaganda machine” for the BJP and the RSS. Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read now. “The decision by @DDNational to broadcast the film ‘Kerala Story’, which incites polarisation, is highly condemnable. The national news broadcaster should not become a propaganda machine of the BJP-RSS combine and withdraw from screening a film that only seeks to exacerbate communal tensions ahead of the general elections. “Kerala will remain steadfast in opposing such malicious attempts to sow hatred,” Vijayan said in a post on X. Doordarshan has announced that the movie will be broadcast on April 5. In a statement, the ruling CPI(M) also asked the public broadcaster to withdraw its decision to telecast the movie. The party asked it …