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PM SHRI scheme row: Kerala LoP alleges "unholy nexus" between CPI(M), BJP

Amid the ongoing controversy over the PM SHRI scheme, Kerala Leader of Opposition (LoP) and senior Congress leader VD Satheeshan on Friday alleged a "unholy nexus" between the ruling party in the state and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).... read..

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"Severe sexual perversion, not actions of a healthy mind": Kerala CM Vijayan on Rahul Mamkootathil expulsion from Congress

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday slammed the Congress for shielding expelled Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil despite knowing of his alleged "severe sexual perversion" and shocking rape allegations. Calling the delayed expulsion a disgrace to the party... read..

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"Whoever is guilty, party will not protect them": Kerala CM Vijayan on Sabrimala gold theft case

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan on Friday said it would not be appropriate for him to comment in detail on the Sabarimala gold theft case, stressing that the probe is being conducted under the direct supervision of the High Court.... read..

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"Acted as the first responder...": President Droupadi Murmu hails Indian Navy at Navy Day 2025 celebrations

President Droupadi Murmu graced the Navy Day-2025 celebrations and witnessed the operational demonstration by the Indian Navy at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.... read..

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Kerala: Congress expels Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, court rejects anticipatory bail in rape case

Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) president Sunny Joseph on Friday said that suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil has been expelled from the Congress after serious allegations were raised against him and the cases registered in connection with them.... read..

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Kerala: Pilgrim footfall count at Sabarimala crosses 15 lakh

The number of devotees visiting Sabarimala during the ongoing Mandala-Makaravilakku pilgrimage season has crossed 15 lakh, officials said.... read..

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Fresh Email Petition Triggers FIR Against MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

The Kerala Police Crime Branch registered a rape case against MLA Rahul Mamkootathil on Thursday, following an email petition submitted to the Kerala Pradesh Congress Committee President on December 2. The petition was received from a 23-year-old woman vi... read..

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"Good for political atmosphere in Kerala": K Muraleedharan on Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from Congress

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Thursday welcomed the expulsion of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil from the party, saying the move is "good for Kerala's political atmosphere."... read..

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"This will send a good message": Ramesh Chennithala on Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from Congress

Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala on Thursday welcomed the expulsion of suspended MLA Rahul Mamkootathil from the party.... read..

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"Congress knew his track record yet made him Youth wing president": Kerala BJP Chief over Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil's expulsion from party

Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar launched a sharp attack on Congress over the expulsion of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, alleging that the Congress knowingly promoted a leader with a history of "exploiting and harassing women."... read..

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Kerala: 2nd sexual assault complaint filed against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mankootathil; Victim escalates matter to Congress High Command

In a fresh development, a second young woman has come forward with serious allegations of sexual assault against suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mankootathil. The victim has sent a detailed complaint via email to senior Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priy... read..

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Drishyam 3 shooting wraps up, Mohanlal shares heartwarming celebration video

The makers of the much-awaited third instalment of Mohanlal's 'Drishyam' have finally wrapped up the shooting of the movie on Wednesday.... read..

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Indian Navy showcases maritime strength on Navy Day 2025 at Shangumugham beach in Thiruvananthapuram

The Indian Navy displayed its operational prowess and maritime capabilities through a spectacular 'Operational Demonstration' at Shangumugham beach, Thiruvananthapuram, on Wednesday.... read..

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Malaysia Airlines increases Thiruvananthapuram-Kuala Lumpur service to daily flights

Malaysia Airlines has expanded its Thiruvananthapuram-Kuala Lumpur service to a daily schedule, a significant upgrade from its earlier five-day-a-week operation. The increase in operations, beginning December 2, is set to offer greater convenience to trav... read..

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"It's very unfair ..." says Rahul Easwar's wife Deepa on his arrest

Activist Rahul Easwar's wife, Deepa, on Monday criticised the police action against him, alleging unfair treatment and claiming that the charges against him were inconsistent and mishandled.... read..

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Kerala HC orders personal appearance of BYJU'S RP, GLAS representative and EY India Chief in alleged contempt case

The Kerala High Court has directed the Resolution Professional (RP) of Think & Learn Pvt. Ltd. (BYJU'S), the authorised representative of GLAS Trust Company LLC, and the India Chairman of Ernst & Young LLP to personally appear before the Court on ... read..

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Kerala Governor instructs VCs to observe 150 anniversary of Vande Mataram

The Governor of Kerala, Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, convened a meeting of all Vice Chancellors of the Universities of the State and gave instructions to observe the 150th anniversary of the National song, Vande Mataram, in a "befitting manner" by organis... read..

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"Muslims should give up Mathura, Gyanvapi sites...there should be certain gestures from their side": Former ASI senior official KK Muhammed

Former Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) regional director KK Muhammed has said that Muslims should give up two more historical places which are temples also - Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, and Gyanvapi, which is associated with Lord Shiva -... read..

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India-Maldives joint military exercise EKUVERIN commences in Kerala

The 14th edition of the Joint Military Exercise EKUVERIN between the Indian Army and the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) commenced at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, on Tuesday, according to an official release by the Ministry of Defence.... read..

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"This is not CPM party fund": Kerala BJP slams Pinarayi Vijayan over KIIFB 'masala bonds' case

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) Kerala Chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Tuesday slammed Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan over alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), in connection with the ongoing case of the Kerala Infrastructure Inves... read..

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"Freedom struggle for men": Activist Rahul Easwar in case linked to suspended Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil

Activist Rahul Easwar on Monday who was was taken into custody in Thiruvananthapuram on November 30, for allegedly defaming and disclosing the identity of the woman who has accused Palakkad MLA Rahul Mamkootathil of rape, has described his ongoing legal s... read..

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Operation Sagar Bandhu: Last batch of Indian passengers arrive back home

The last batch of stranded passengers at the Bandarnaike International Airport in Colombo have arrived back home, as shared by the High Commissioner of India in Sri Lanka.... read..

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Many questions to answer....many issues to investigate: Kerala BJP chief seeks CPM response on 'irregularities' in state's masala bond

Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Monday raised several questions over the Kerala government's masala bond, saying there were "many irregularities" that needed investigation.... read..

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"This is a scare tactic:" LoP VD Satheeshan on ED notice against CM Pinarayi Vijayan on Masala Bond allegation

Leader of Opposition in Kerala, V.D. Satheeshan, alleged that the show-cause notice issued by the Enforcement Directorate against Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and former Finance Minister Thomas Isaac over the Masala Bond issue is merely a scare tactic ... read..

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Intention is to force him to take pro-BJP stand as elections approach: Congress's Muraleedharan on ED notice to Kerala CM

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Monday alleged that the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) show-cause notice to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in the KIIFB masala bonds case is politically motivated, noting that it was a deliberate attempt b... read..

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Bomb threat reported at Kerala CM's residence; no explosives found: Police

Kerala Police on Monday said that a bomb threat was reported at Cliff House, the official residence of Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Thiruvananthapuram, after a warning message was sent to the Chief Minister's private secretary via email.... read..

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Kerala SIT conducts joint search at MLA Rahul Mamkootathil's Palakkad flat

Kerala Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) conducted a joint search and collected evidence from MLA Rahul Mamkootathil's flat in Palakkad on Sunday as part of an ongoing sexual assault investigation.... read..

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"Congress is silent": Kerala Minister V Sivankutty on MLA Mamkootathil's alleged sexual harassment case

Kerala Education Minister V. Sivankutty on Sunday said that the Congress is continuing its silence against Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil against whom an FIR has been filed for alleged sexual exploitation.... read..

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"Suspension equals expulsion... for Congress that chapter is closed: Muraleedharan on Kerala MLA Mamkootathil

Senior Congress leader K Muraleedharan on Sunday said that the party considers the suspension of MLA Rahul Mamkootathil, who is facing a rape accusation, as equivalent to expulsion, making it clear that the "chapter" is closed for the party.... read..

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"Cong not running away, taken firm stand": KC Venugopal on rape, coerced abortion charges against MLA Mamkootathil

After Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil was booked under charges of alleged rape and coerced abortion, party MP KC Venugopal on Sunday clarified that the party has collectively taken a firm stand against him.... read..

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CDS General Anil Chauhan reviews INA Ezhimala Autumn term passing out parade

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan reviewed Indian Naval Academy's (INA) autumn term passing out parade on Saturday, inspecting the platoons which are set to serve in the Indian Navy, the Coast Guard and other friendly foreign navies across... read..

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Dulquer Salmaan's first-look poster from Malayalam film 'I'm Game' out

Actor Dulquer Salmaan is set to make a return to the Malayalam film industry with his upcoming movie 'I'm Game'. The actor shared his first-look poster from the film.... read..

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"Nothing will happen, Congress will be united": KC Venugopal rejects speculations on leadership change in Karnataka

Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal on Saturday dismissed any speculations regarding the power tussle brewing up in Karnataka as Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar met for breakfast earlier this morning.... read..

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Unnikrishnan Potti's photos with Sonia Gandhi expose Congress-CPM nexus in Sabarimala gold theft case: BJP's Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Kerala BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar alleged that the Sabarimala gold theft case was part of a much larger conspiracy and started many years ago during the Congress period. He said that the prime accused, Unnikrishnan Potti's photos with CWC chairper... read..

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Navy will play a decisive role in securing India's destiny, says CDS General Anil Chauhan

Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan on Saturday addressed the newly inducted Naval officers passing out from Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, highlighting the Indian Navy's being positioned to play a decisive role in securing Indian's destiny and i... read..

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