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The acquittal of Arvind Kejriwal has boosted opposition morale, with Pinarayi Vijayan likely to meet him in Delhi, signalling renewed anti-Centre solidarity ahead of Kerala’s Assembly elections

Ahead of Kerala Assembly polls, the CPI(M) is intensifying cultural outreach to secure a third term for Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. By engaging film icons like Mohanlal and other artists, the party aims to strengthen its public image 

The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) has strongly criticised the Students’ Federation of India (SFI) for organising a beef festival in protest against the upcoming film Kerala Story 2: Goes Beyond. IUML leader P M A Salam termed the event a "cheap political gimmick" aimed at misleading Muslim voters.

Forward Bloc has opposed any seat-sharing arrangement between the CPI(M)-led Left Front and AISF for the 2026 Bengal Assembly polls. The party wants the Left Front to contest independently, while AISF is demanding at least 40 seats

The Congress and CPI have decided to contest the Kothagudem municipal elections separately after failing to reach a seat-sharing agreement. The CPI has tied up with the TDP, while the Congress faces internal dissent and the threat of rebel candidates.

The CPI and CPI(M) State units criticised the Union Budget, alleging that Telangana was ignored in allocations and project sanctions. CPI State Secretary Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao said promises made during the State’s bifurcation were not honoured, and demanded accountability from BJP MPs elected from Telangana.

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor declined to comment on reports of discussions with CPI(M)-linked persons in Dubai, calling it inappropriate to speak while abroad. Both the CPI(M) and Congress dismissed speculation about him quitting the party

CPI(M) MLA Kadakampally Surendran admitted meeting Sabarimala gold loss case prime accused Unnikrishnan Potty several times, saying he had no reason to suspect wrongdoing then. He said the visits were open, official, and occurred years before allegations surfaced

Six BJP activists were arrested in Alappuzha for allegedly assaulting a local CPI(M) leader after he visited a BJP-ruled panchayat. Police said the victim sustained serious head injuries and is undergoing treatment, while multiple serious charges have been registered

The Kollam Vigilance Court has denied bail to former TDB President A. Padmakumar in the Sabarimala gold heist case. The court dismissed his plea linked to alleged procedural lapses and illicit handling of temple property

Tensions escalated within Kerala’s ruling LDF after Education Minister V. Sivankutty criticised the CPI for celebrating the State’s withdrawal from the PM SHRI scheme. Sivankutty warned that the decision could affect Rs 15,000 crore in Samagra Shiksha Kerala funds

The DMK and its Secular Progressive Alliance partners staged statewide protests against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision, calling it politically motivated. CM Stalin accused the process of undermining democracy and vowed legal and grassroots action to halt it

The Supreme Court has sought the Election Commission’s response within two weeks to petitions filed by the DMK, CPI(M), Congress, and TMC challenging the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Tamil Nadu and West Bengal. Related high court cases have been stayed

The bandh called by the BC Joint Action Committee saw full support across the erstwhile Medak district. Political parties including BRS and CPI(M) joined protests in Siddipet and Sangareddy, demanding that the State government push for the BC Bill in Parliament

Congress leaders condemned the alleged police assault on MP Shafi Parambil, claiming it was an attempt by the CPI(M) government to divert attention from irregularities at the Sabarimala shrine. The incident sparked statewide protests and police cases against over 700 people

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty reiterated demands for suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil’s resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations. Sivankutty accused Mamkootathil of arrogance and cyberbullying critics, including Congress MLA Uma Thomas. While Congress suspended him from party membership, it has not sought his MLA resignation

A CPI(M) branch committee in Eloor, Kochi, mistakenly hoisted the Congress party’s flag instead of the national flag during Independence Day celebrations. The mix-up by an elderly leader lasted about 10 minutes before being corrected, but images went viral online

Veteran Communist leader VS Achuthanandan passed away at 101 in Thiruvananthapuram. Kerala has declared state mourning till July 24. His final journey to Alappuzha began Tuesday, with cremation scheduled for Wednesday. Thousands gathered to pay their last respects

Meanwhile, local CPI(M) leaders, who visited the site, said many daily wagers also attend duty every day in Sigachi, but the management is not maintaining their names in the attendance record.

John Wesley has also sought a judicial probe, suspension of officials, and announced a July 9 dharna against the Centre’s and State’s anti-worker stance.