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A heated debate erupted in the Kerala Assembly as Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Opposition leader Pinarayi Vijayan clashed over the preparation of a White Paper on the state's finances. The Opposition questioned procedural compliance, while the government defended its transparency and methodology

Kerala CM V.D. Satheesan defended appointing ex-CEO Rathan U Khelkar as secretary, dismissing controversy over his Guruvayoor temple visit. He highlighted Khelkar’s strong service record, clarified reshuffle is temporary, and rejected claims of preferential treatment during darshan

Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan visited Guruvayur Sree Krishna Temple, offering prayers and performing the tulabharam ritual with 71 kg butter. Welcomed by Devaswom officials, this marked his first temple visit since assuming office, followed by attending a minister’s family wedding

V.D. Satheesan was sworn in as Kerala’s 13th Chief Minister, marking the return of a Congress-led UDF government after 10 years. The grand ceremony at Thiruvananthapuram’s Central Stadium saw top national leaders and state ministers attend the high-profile event.

Congress has chosen VD Satheesan as Kerala’s 13th Chief Minister after intense internal deliberations in Delhi. The veteran legislator, known for his sharp Assembly performances and role as Leader of Opposition, represents a generational shift as the party seeks renewed political momentum in Kerala

Uncertainty over Kerala’s next chief minister continued as the Congress delayed its decision despite holding talks with key contenders. Indian Union Muslim League expressed frustration, warning prolonged indecision could trigger political repercussions within the Congress-led UDF alliance in the state

The Congress high command is yet to decide Kerala’s next chief minister despite the UDF’s landslide victory. K. C. Venugopal, V. D. Satheesan and Ramesh Chennithala have emerged as frontrunners amid growing factional lobbying and public speculation

Congress observers submitted their Kerala leadership report to Mallikarjun Kharge after consulting newly-elected MLAs and MPs. Most legislators reportedly support K C Venugopal for chief minister, while public sentiment favours V D Satheesan amid ongoing deliberations

Kerala Congress leader VD Satheesan met MP Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthapuram, signalling improved relations. The meeting is part of efforts to end internal differences and strengthen the UDF ahead of Assembly elections

Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan accused Left ministers and MLAs of disrupting the Kerala Assembly and making unparliamentary remarks amid protests over the Sabarimala gold idol controversy. The opposition announced statewide marches demanding accountability from the government

Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan accused Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan of being a “fake devotee” and alleged the Ayyappa Sangamam was politically motivated. He criticised the government’s handling of Sabarimala, citing neglect, broken financial promises, and misuse of religious events for electoral gains

The Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) is likely to contest on two, and one seat each will be given to Kerala Congress (Joseph) and Revolutionary Socialist Party (B), VD Satheesan said.

Special CP (L&O) SP Hooda visited Rahul Gandhi's residence to seek information on the alleged sexual harassment victims that he mentioned in his speech during Bharat Jodo Yatra

Kottayam/Idukki: The toll from disastrous flooding caused by heavy rains and landslides in hilly areas of two central Kerala districts rose to 21 as rescue workers recovered more bodies from the rubbles on Sunday. State Revenue Minister K Rajan said the rescue workers had recovered 15 bodies from the debris and slush of the landslides […]