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Rahul Gandhi says Congress-led UDF the only alternative capable of protecting Keralas socio-economic fabric
Antony says politically-neutral public of Kerala as well as a good number of leftists do not want a third term for a government led by Pinarayi and that BJP is not suited for the soil of Kerala, known for its communal amity
Chief Ministers reaction comes a day after Rahul Gandhi sang a line from a popular parody song about CPI(M) leaders alleged roles in the gold theft at the Sabarimala temple
Addressing an election rally in Kannur, Rahul Gandhi reiterates his charge that Congress-led UDF is fighting the combined forces of LDF and BJP in Kerala
Satheesans response came when reporters pointed out that after Rahul Gandhi sang a line from a popular parody song about CPI(M) leaders reported role in Sabarimala gold theft, the Left party began a social media campaign making allegations against Sonia Gandhi
Uma Thomas, Pushpa Das and Akhil Marar are in the fray as the United Democratic Front, Left Democratic Front and NDA-backed Twenty20 face off in Thrikkakara
From a four-cornered contest in 2021, the battle has now sharpened into a more intense three-way fight. It is a rematch between sitting MLA P.V. Sreenijin of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) and Congress V.P. Sajeendran, with Twenty20 candidate Babu Divakaran completing the field
Although three T.N.-based parties had actively campaigned in the Tamil-populated taluks of Devikulam and Peerumade in the local body elections, they couldnt win a single seat
Rosamma Punnoose, the first Pro-tem Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly, was elected from the segment and administered the oath of office to all members of the first Assembly after the States formation. The constituency with a Tamil legacy has seen several Tamil leaders, including MGR, coming to campaign for elections
CPI(M)s P.K. Shyamala, wife of party State secretary M.V. Govindan, takes on rebel veteran T.K. Govindan, with UDF backing, in a contest that could reshape the constituencys political trajectory; entry of Congress rebel Koyyam Janardhanan adds spice to the contest
Unlike most constituencies in Kerala that witness bipolar contests between UDF and LDF, Kasaragod presents a rare triangular dynamic where BJP consistently emerges as a strong contender, while LDFs vote share plays a decisive role in determining victory margins
Election-time political scandals seem to have a short lifespan in Kerala. However, the ephemeral sensational value of scandals, especially sordid ones, will likely endure
While the incumbent MLA Mani C. Kappen of the UDF is confident of a repeat win, Jose K. Mani is banking on the heavy organisational depth of KC(M) to carry forward K.M. Manis success story in Pala. The BJP is vying to expand its base through Shone George by winning over Catholic votes
The Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved constituency has consistently favoured the LDF since its formation in 2011; while the front eyes a fourth straight victory, UDFs Ramya Haridas and NDAs B.S. Anoop add intrigue to contest
Observers suggest that a dip in expatriate voter participation may hit the United Democratic Front the hardest, given the fronts reliance on support from this segment of the electorate
Two hundred first-time voters in each district will be presented with complimentary halwa as part of the Vote sweetened Kerala
Kerala CMs Facebook post also lists his governments achievements. The Leader of the Opposition had repeatedly dared Mr. Vijayan to prove the LDFs case for a third consecutive term
On its part, the NHAI responded on March 23, saying that the supervision consultant had accorded the highest priority to the matter and that discussions were under way with the KSEB and other authorities concerned
Early signs of her campaign suggest that, compared to her main rivals, she has carved out a strong image as a serious and formidable contender
Keralas Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan says the Congress has brought back 90% of the social groups that left the UDF; he says the LDF government has put the State in a huge debt trap and has failed in the health, education, agriculture and welfare sectors due to which there is a current against the government
Several Church heads criticise the Bill, flagging concern over executive overreach into minority institutions. Congress, CPI(M) too oppose the move. BJP seeks to downplay the Bills impact, says Union Home Minister has promised to address all concerns
Calving season of Nilgiri tahrs concludes; rainbow point, a three-tier photo point, and medicinal garden introduced inside the park
The CPI(M) leader says theBharatiyaJanataPartygovernment at the Centre is targeting minority community members in a systematic manner
Recalling the roadshow held on Sunday, she said Mr. Modi treated her with warmth and courtesy
Kerala CMs Facebook post also lists his governments achievements. The Leader of the Opposition had repeatedly dared Mr. Vijayan to prove the LDFs case for a third consecutive term
The buildings began leaking during the first showers in February that year, and the problem has progressively worsened
The incident occurred when the man attempted to take a selfie with Shashi Tharoor, MP, during a public meeting for Peerumade Assembly constituency UDF candidate Cyriac Thomas
Rejecting allegations of CPI(M)-BJP deal, Viswam says the real understanding is between BJP and Congress
The list of sensitive and critical polling stations will be released soon to intensify safety measures with the support of the Central Armed Police Forces
In his letter, Mr. Vijayan stated that the proposed amendments have generated apprehensions among minority communities and demanded that they be withdrawn
BJP Kerala vice-president and NDA candidate from Pala constituency says some NGOs had received foreign funds for anti-national activities and that the proposed amendments were aimed at targeting such groups
Rahul Gandhi alleges that BJP and LDF work together against UDF in Kerala
A collection of interviews by The Hindu with key candidates and political leaders as part of Kerala Assembly elections 2026 coverage
He says the media pampers the Indian Union Muslim League and the Congress and trivialises perverse actions by their leaders

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