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VD Satheesan visits Pinarayi Vijayan after taking charge as Kerala chief minister-designate

VD Satheesan visits Pinarayi Vijayan after taking charge as Kerala chief minister-designate

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Incumbent Keralam Chief Minister V D Satheesan on Friday met with outgoing CM and veteran CPI(M) leader Pinarayi Vijayan at the latter’s residence in Thiruvananthapuram, signalling a symbolic end to one of the hardest-fought election cycles in the State’s history. Kerala CM-designate VD Satheesan meets outgoing CM Pinarayi Vijayan at the latter’s residence in Thiruvananthapuram on Friday, May 15, 2026. (PTI) As Satheesan arrived at Vijayan’s rented home this morning, the 81-year-old came out to greet the Congress CM designate, and the two leaders gave the throng of waiting media personnel a memorable moment of cordiality, posing with their hands entwined and with smiles. The left leader’s family, including wife Kamala, daughter Veena and Vijayan’s grandson, accompanied Vijayan in welcoming the victorious Congress leader. Stepping into the house, the high-decibel rhetoric of the campaign trail was replaced by a quiet exchange of pleasantries shared over a cup of hot tea or coffee that the two leaders were seen having. The meeting comes just days after the United Democratic Front (UDF) registered a comeback to power …

Minimal vehicles in CM’s convoy; people should not be troubled: VD Satheesan

Minimal vehicles in CM’s convoy; people should not be troubled: VD Satheesan

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One of the first decisions taken by Kerala Chief Minister-designate V D Satheesan after being picked for the post was to limit his convoy to the minimum possible vehicles, in contrast to his predecessor’s large motorcade that had drawn criticism from various quarters. Satheesan also said that he will not be buying a new official car. (PTI) Speaking to reporters after a joint meeting with various religious leaders, Satheesan said that his intention was not to make fun of his predecessors but that the “treasury would not be able to bear the burden of such extravagance”. “Those before me may have needed it, I do not,” he also asserted. He said that since he, as chief minister, will have Z plus category security status, he has asked the police to be careful. “So, I have asked the police to provide the minimum possible security convoy. As few vehicles as possible. The very minimum. I have also asked them not to trouble people on the road when I am travelling,” Satheesan said. Also Read: KC Venugopal’s …

Cadre sentiment, IUML pressure forced Congress hand

Cadre sentiment, IUML pressure forced Congress hand

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“The Congress Legislature Party had met in Thiruvananthapuram on May 7 and had unanimously resolved to authorise the Congress president to appoint the new leader of the CLP in the state of Keralam. Accordingly, the Congress president has held extensive discussions … Based on all these discussions, it has been decided that V D Satheesan be appointed as the leader of the CLP,” AICC’s Kerala in-charge Deepa Dasmunsi announced here, flanked by central observers Ajay Maken and Mukul Wasnik and Congress communications head Jairam Ramesh. From tacitly allowing Venugopal a week ago to enter the CM race to picking Satheesan for the post, the Congress high command’s 360-degree turn is unprecedented in its recent political history. And the unusual turn of events does not end there. Breaking the long-held tradition of giving weightage to the views of the MLAs, which complicated matters, giving in to pressure from allies in picking its CLP leader, and heeding perceived public sentiment, there were many twists that the leadership had not encountered in the past. Twists and turns The …

VD Satheesan’s shoutout to KC Venugopal on elevation as Keralam CM: ‘He played key role’

VD Satheesan’s shoutout to KC Venugopal on elevation as Keralam CM: ‘He played key role’

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Keralam chief minister-designate VD Satheesan on Thursday credited senior Congress leader KC Venugopal — who was a frontrunner in the CM race — for playing a crucial role in his elevation to the top post. L: Kerala CM-designate VD Satheesan | R: Senior Kerala Congress leader KC Venugopal (PTI and ANI) Shortly after being named by Congress leadership as the chief minister pick, Satheesan said in a press conference that Venugopal coordinated all activities of the AICC and extended “immense” support throughout the process. Track live updates on Kerala govt formation here Satheesan’s shoutout to Venugopal Addressing reporters after his selection, Satheesan said he viewed the responsibility not as a personal achievement but as “something divine”. He also acknowledged senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala as his leader and stressed that only collective effort could build a “new Kerala”. “I do not see this position as a personal achievement, but as something divine. It was KC Venugopal who coordinated all the activities of the AICC. His support was immense. Ramesh Chennithala is also my leader. I …

Why Kerala has called for probe into C J Roy’s death?| India News

Why Kerala has called for probe into C J Roy’s death?| India News

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Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas have called for an independent and judicial probe into the death of Confident Group founder and chairman C J Roy. Confident Group founder and chairman Roy was found dead with bullet injuries by Income Tax authorities while they were searching his firm’s office in Bengaluru. (File photo) Chief minister Vijayan on Monday wrote to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking a judicial probe into the death of Roy, who allegedly died by suicide during an Income Tax search in Bengaluru on January 30. He was found dead with bullet injuries by Income Tax authorities while they were searching his firm’s office in Bengaluru. The Kerala CM, in a letter to the Finance Minister, called the incident a “blot on the country’s tax administration”, while flagging alleged procedural lapses regarding the search, ANI news agency reported. Vijayan further questioned the “serious failure of protocol” asking how Roy was able to access a loaded gun when officials were present at his firm. While citing statements made …

Kerala CM Defends Malayalam Language Bill, Assures Safeguards For Linguistic Minorities | India News

Kerala CM Defends Malayalam Language Bill, Assures Safeguards For Linguistic Minorities | India News

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Last Updated:January 10, 2026, 16:04 IST Kerala CM Vijayan backs the Malayalam Language Bill 2025, assuring protection for Kannada and Tamil speakers and upholding constitutional values. Vijayan argued that the assault reveals a ‘vicious operation’ aimed at imposing ‘devious schemes’ upon the Global South. (File photo/PTI) Responding to the ongoing row surrounding the Malayalam Language Bill 2025, amid escalating tensions with Karnataka, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that the apprehensions raised do not reflect the facts or the inclusive spirit of the legislation passed by the Kerala Legislative Assembly. He added that the bill contains a clause that particularly safeguards the rights of linguistic minorities. In a post on X, the Chief Minister said, “Kerala’s progress has always been rooted in comprehensive development anchored in equality and brotherhood. The Government remains steadfast in upholding the constitutional values of secularism and pluralism.” Clarifying the intent of the legislation, Vijayan said the Bill includes a clear and unambiguous non-obstante clause (Clause 7) that explicitly safeguards the rights of linguistic minorities, particularly Kannada- and Tamil-speaking communities. He …

CM Siddaramaiah Writes To Pinarayi Vijayan Over Proposed Malayalam Language Bill | India News

CM Siddaramaiah Writes To Pinarayi Vijayan Over Proposed Malayalam Language Bill | India News

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Last Updated:January 09, 2026, 23:02 IST Siddaramaiah urged Kerala CM to reconsider the Malayalam Language Bill, warning Karnataka will defend linguistic minorities if Malayalam is imposed in Kannada-medium schools. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah urged his Kerala counterpart Pinarayi Vijayan to immediately withdraw the bill. (Image: PTI/File) Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday wrote to his Kerala counterpart, Pinarayi Vijayan, expressing serious concern over the proposed ‘Malayalam Language Bill’, which mandates Malayalam as the compulsory first language even in Kannada-medium schools, particularly in the border districts. He stated that if the Bill is passed, Karnataka will oppose it by exercising every constitutional right available, in defence of linguistic minorities and the plural spirit of the country. “I write to you in a spirit of mutual respect, cooperative federalism, and shared constitutional responsibility that has long guided the relationship between Karnataka and Kerala, two States bound not merely by geography, but by deep cultural, social, and human ties,” Siddaramaiah said in his letter to Vijayan. “It is in this context that I wish to convey my serious concern regarding …

Kerala CM criticises Priyanka Gandhi, accuses her of contesting Wayanad by-polls with Jamaat-e-Islami support – India TV

Kerala CM criticises Priyanka Gandhi, accuses her of contesting Wayanad by-polls with Jamaat-e-Islami support – India TV

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Image Source : FACEBOOK/ KERALA CM Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan Days ahead of the by-elections in the Wayanad Lok Sabha constituency, Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday (November 7) launched a scathing attack against Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, alleging that she is contesting the elections in the constituency with the backing of Jamaat-e-Islami. Speaking during an event in Kerala on Thursday, the veteran Marxist leader, while criticizing Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, posed a question to the Congress. “Shouldn’t those who stand for secularism oppose all forms of sectarianism?” the veteran Marxist leader stated. “The by-election in Wayanad has exposed the Congress party’s secular mask completely. Priyanka Gandhi is running as a candidate there with the backing of Jamaat-e-Islami. So, what exactly is Congress’s stance? Our country is not unfamiliar with Jamaat-e-Islami. Does that organisation’s ideology align with democratic values?” the Kerala CM remarked. Jamaat-e-Islami disregards nation’s governance structure Significantly, during the statement, the Kerala Chief Minister also targeted Jamaat-e-Islami, stating that the organisation does not value the nation or its democracy. Vijayan said the …

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s escort vehicles involved in multi-car collision in Thiruvananthapuram

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s escort vehicles involved in multi-car collision in Thiruvananthapuram

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Image Source : INDIA TV The incident occurred in Vamanapuram in Kerala. An accident involving the escort vehicles of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan occurred in Thiruvananthapuram. The incident occurred in Vamanapuram following a sudden manoeuvre by a scooter rider who crossed in front of the convoy. This unexpected move led to a collision involving five vehicles within the convoy. The video of the incident has also surfaced showing damaged vehicles in the collision.  The incident took place as drivers in the escort vehicles attempted to avoid the scooter, resulting in minor damage to the Chief Minister’s vehicle. As per the information, Chief Minister Vijayan was unharmed and resumed his journey without further delay. Meanwhile, authorities are assessing the situation and reinforcing safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE: More details to be added.  Source link

Chennithala demands probe by Central agency into Anvar’s allegations

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Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala has said that the truth about the expose by P. V. Anvar, MLA, will emerge only through a probe either by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) or some other Central agency. Talking to reporters here on September 1 (Monday), Mr. Chennithala accused the Chief Minister and Ministers of ‘being in the grip of the underworld’. “The Secretariat has emerged to be the hub of underworld activities. Mr. Anvar has alleged that the gold smuggling is taking place with the knowledge of the ADGP.” “Previously, action against gold smuggling through the airports used to be a concerted operation of the police, customs and the Central Reserve Police Force. But now the whole scene has changed with the police tracking down the gold smugglers who evade Customs.” “In fact, the police are in the grip of the underworld behind gold smuggling. The Chief Minister’s Office has become a den of underworld and anti-social activities,” alleged Mr. Chennithala. “Phones of MLAs and Ministers are being tapped. Who is controlling these activities from …