Keralas environmental history now in encyclopaedia form
A new encyclopaedia on the environmental history of Kerala published by the State Institute of Encyclopaedic Publications to be released on May 14
Live Updates: Kerala Chief Minister Announcement Tomorrow, Says Congress
Kerala Chief Minister Live Updates: A formal announcement is expected today, once Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge returns to Delhi and holds further talks with senior figures, including Sonia Gandhi.
NEET UG Exam Paper Leak: Parliamentary Committee to Address Issue as Students Protest
New Delhi, May 13: The controversy surrounding the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) 2026 paper leak and irregularities is intensifying. Investigative agencies have uncovered links to Kerala following initial findings from Rajasthan. Preparations are underway to raise this issue in the parliamentary committee. Meanwhile, angry students protested outside the National Testing Agency (NTA) headquarters ... Read more NEET UG Exam Paper Leak: Parliamentary Committee to Address Issue as Students Protest
Rahul Gandhi meets Mallikarjun Kharge for final discussion to pick Kerala's next chief minister
Congress leaders are finalizing the next Kerala chief minister. Rahul Gandhi met with party chief Mallikarjun Kharge. The United Democratic Front secured a significant victory. Several leaders are vying for the top post. The decision is expected soon. Sonia Gandhi's health is also a factor in the delay.
School education index: Kerala betters grade, score
Kerala has received the grade Prachesta2 and scored 687.7 in the Union Ministry of Educations Performance Grading Index 2.0 for the year 2024-25
KCBC calls for comprehensive rehaul of Keralas liquor policy towards total prohibition in five years
Call for rewriting liquor policy along the lines of the model implemented by new Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay
Summer Rain, Strong Winds Wreak Havoc Across Kerala
In Thiruvananthapuram district, severe sea erosion was reported from Pozhiyoor, where rough sea conditions damaged roads and inundated several houses
Thangal to respond after Kerala CM announcement
Leaders reportedly expressed that Congresss indecision had dented the UDFs public image and weakened the alliances momentum following its sweeping electoral victory
Deepak Joy resigns as deputy mayor and councillor of Kochi corporation
Both vacancies were immediately reported to the State Election Commission, as per norm; a by-election to fill the vacancy must be held within six months
LIVE: Kerala Chief Minister Announcement Likely Today After Big Congress Meet
Kerala Chief Minister Live Updates: A formal announcement is expected today, once Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge returns to Delhi and holds further talks with senior figures, including Sonia Gandhi.
An official from the SOG said a student from Kerala forwarded the guess paper to a some of his friends abd a hostel owner in Sikar
Aim of Avalkoppam Legal Support Trust is to provide support to survivors in cases of abuse against women
After days of uncertainty, Congress set to name Kerala Chief Minister today
Kerala is likely to know the name of its next Chief Minister later on Wednesday, May 13, after nearly 10 days since the poll results. The delay in the decision has kept the camps of three top contendersAICC general secretary K C Venugopal, Leader of Opposition V D Satheesan and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
CBSE class XII results: Thiruvananthapuram region back at the top
The region, comprising Kerala and Lakshadweep, registered a pass percentage of 95.62
Akshay Kumar, Vidya Balans untitled comedy with Anees Bazmee gets release date
The film recently wrapped a major Kerala schedule, with the makers expected to unveil a new still featuring Akshay in the coming days
Wayanad posters: Congress-led UDF may have swept the Kerala elections, but the partys delay in naming the next chief minister is now triggering visible cracks within the organisation. Posters targeting Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra surfaced outside the Congress office in Wayanad, warning the Gandhi siblings to forget Wayanad.
Kerala HC seeks report on siblings approaching Collector to end parents feud
The children had earlier approached the child welfare committee, citing that they were emotionally exhausted due to the feud between their parents and police cases
Kerala Lottey Results Today: Kerala Lottery Dhanalekshmi DL-52 results for Wednesday, 13 May 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards.
NEET-UG row: SFI holds protests across Kerala
The NEET-UG examination and its cancellation prompted the Students Federation of India (SFI) activists to continue their protests across Kerala. Protestors raised slogans against the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA), took down barriers in many places and on Tuesday barged into the office of the Principal Accountant General in Thiruvanathapuram. A N Shamsheer, who is an MLA from SFI's parent organisation CPI(M) requested Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to faciliate a swift and smooth conduct of the NEET-UG exam.
Kerala gold merchants seek policy push for gold recycling
Association calls for bullion banking system to cut dependence on imports and protect jewellery sector jobs
CBI Investigation into NEET Paper Leak Expands to Kerala
Thiruvananthapuram, May 13: The investigation into the NEET question paper leak has now reached Kerala. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is probing the potential involvement of students from two districts in the state. Investigators suspect that a model question paper, allegedly derived from the leaked NEET paper, reached several students in Kerala just days ... Read more CBI Investigation into NEET Paper Leak Expands to Kerala
INCOIS expands coastal flood monitoring to tackle Kallakkadal surges
The sudden and powerful swell surges pose a significant threat to fishing communities and coastal infrastructure
Tensions Rise in Kerala Over Chief Minister Selection Amid Protests in Wayanad
Mumbai, May 13: The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) recently achieved a significant victory in Kerala. However, just ten days into their new term, disputes over who will be the Chief Minister continue to create rifts within the party. This internal conflict has sparked public outrage, now visible on the streets of Wayanad. Amid the ... Read more Tensions Rise in Kerala Over Chief Minister Selection Amid Protests in Wayanad
Unable to face public queries on Kerala CM as Cong delays decision: IUML MLA
The three main contenders for the post of chief minister are senior leaders Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan and AICC general secretary (Organisation) K C Venugopal
Kerala CM suspense deepens as anti-high command posters surface in Wayanad
Congress leadership expected to name Chief Minister today
Kerala CM suspense may end today, Congress wraps up final huddle
Congress leadership is nearing a decision to end Kerala's week-long Chief Minister deadlock after internal party discussions. Senior leaders, including Rahul and Sonia Gandhi, are expected to finalize the successor to the Left Front's decade-long rule. The prolonged uncertainty has somewhat dulled the UDF's election victory, with three prominent figures vying for the top post.
Lessons of five state election results
Ashwani Kumar Chrungoo ashwanikc2012@gmail.com Results of the elections conducted for five states (West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and UT of Puducherry) in the month of April were declared on 4th May 2026. Everyone eagerly awaited the outcome of the exact-polls in the background of the exit-poll results declared on 29 May evening. The biggest upheaval of these results is the outcome in the two states namely West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. In Assam, the BJP-NDA further tightened the screws [] The post Lessons of five state election results appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Four Youths Killed In A Lightning Strike In A Kerala Tourist Spot
The victims were identified as Rahees, 20, Bahas, 18, Siyad, 18, and Fahadh, 22, all from Vellilla Malayil. The injured, Roshan, 20, and Ishaath, 16, are also from the same village.
Rahul Gandhi takes views of Kerala Congress leaders on choice of Chief Minister
Rahul Gandhi convened a meeting with the Kerala Congress leadership to navigate the party's chief ministerial options. During the discussion, he sought valuable feedback on key candidates, spotlighting the dynamics of recent public advocacy. Leaders expressed their inclinations toward KC Venugopal, VD Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala, while the Indian Union Muslim League is preparing to contribute their perspective.
Work on 1.1 MLD sewage treatment plant at Edakochi expected to be completed by August
Summer showers, strong winds lash district
Free vaccination for cervical cancer until May 31
Launched in September 2022, this five-year initiative aims to transform over 14,500 schools into exemplar institutions that lead the way in implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020; only a limited time is left for the scheme to complete its five-year duration, the Ministry stated in a letter issued to the States
Minister urges Andhra nurses to earn Kerala-like recognition in Guntur
Addressing the International Nurses Day celebrations at Government Medical College, Satya Kumar Yadav says nurses provide emotional support and comfort to patients through compassionate service and care
Opinion | Time To Pick A Chief Minister, Congress Should Not Do A Karnataka In Kerala
Karnataka has been a mess in terms of governance because of the confusion. It is now too late to bite the Karnataka bullet and enough damage has been done. But it is important not to let a similar situation develop in Kerala.
In a recent workshop, I heard several instructors urging young people to consider some hard facts regarding their career and educational choices. Degree is not destiny and your certificate is not your ceiling were often-repeated exhortations in the conference hall. What happens when degrees fail to fetch jobs or meaningful work? Academic Krishna Kumar argues that the driving force behind the urge to obtain more and more degrees lies within our education system and economic structures. It also can be located in collective psychology, and mental attitudes. The need to delink degrees from jobs was recognised in the 1980s, but little progress was made for several reasons. As far as the NEP 2020 is concerned, one can only say that there is a lot of noise on the stairs, but no one is in the room. Degree Disease Contrary to efforts aimed at delinking degrees from employment, I see a growing clamour for foreign degrees even after obtaining one locally. Pertinently, under the new policy, young people are allowed to pursue dual degrees. Part of the blame for this hangover lies with the erstwhile colonial state, which, for its own purposes, introduced a system of education that was not in sync with the needs and educational traditions of the subcontinent. The British needed babus to run the administration, and after 1947, the change was merely from white sahibs to brown sahibs. Eminent British sociologist Ronald Dore, in his celebrated book The Diploma Disease, explains the craze for more degrees, certificates, and diplomas. Instead of looking into behavioural psychology for answers, he links the phenomenon to the devaluation of qualifications. The problem of joblessness further fuels the urge to acquire new credentials. Prof. Krishna Kumar argues that the volatility of the job market creates anxiety among young people, compelling them to become eligible for as many jobs as possible. This, in turn, opens the path for acquiring multiple degrees in the vast education bazaar. This mad race for certificates wastes and exhausts the energy of young people, most of whom depend on parental finance and advice. Unfortunately, the obsession with accumulating degrees has given birth to what experts call the time-pass generation youth who merely count days and nights while waiting for a job and experiencing restless boredom. The colonial framework of education also made us hesitant to work with our own hands. Time-Pass Generation It was during his fieldwork in the Meerut region of Uttar Pradesh for his doctoral thesis that scholar Craig Jeffrey, in 1999, observed groups of young men outside two colleges near a tea stall, most of them belonging to Jat families. These young people were the object of lavish parental attention and heavy educational investment. Drawn by the hope of salaried employment, these men spent much of their day in what they called time pass. Much later, in China, we noticed an equivalent phenomenon in the lying-flat movement, which encouraged youth to withdraw from the economic race and settle for modest workplace success and limited consumer fulfilment. Until recently, many in South Asia resorted to the donkey route to leave their countries and settle abroad. In Senegal and several other countries, youth have responded to such frustrations by organising cultural festivals to vent their pent-up anxieties. The unemployment of the educated did not begin with the economic reforms of 1991, nor is it confined to any particular region. A recent study by Azim Premji University found graduate unemployment existing as far back as 1983, even when the public sector was expanding and education was largely viewed as a public good. There are several explanations for this problem. First, our higher education system is broken. Many of our challenges stem from an acute leadership crisis in higher education. Foreign and private universities may have some space to address this issue, but public-sector institutions have increasingly become liabilities. In China, reforms became possible because of visionary managers. The country is a one-party system but campus culture is interactive and innovative. You cannot convert university/College into a graveyard to showcase your administrative efficiency. The universities/Colleges are not monasteries but places where students have a right to be wrong. The time has come for us to hire the best talent from anywhere to run our institutions and provide them with maximum autonomy to achieve targets. The leadership of higher education institutions should not be selected on the basis of parochial considerations or opportunistic ideological alignments of aspirants. The historic Government College/ University Lahore was built by a Hungarian Jew with the motto: Courage to Know. A Muslim beggar contributed one rupee toward the establishment of Banaras Hindu University. The government and the market need to provide outcome-linked grants to institutions while encouraging them to diversify their revenue streams. To restore academic rigour, we must address governance issues through deep audits and institutional restructuring. Recently, noted academic Prof. Dinesh Singh in an interview at the India Today Conclave, admitted that India has lost its way while implementing NEP 2020. The fact remains that no institution can rise above the quality of its leadership. To quote Cardinal Lawrence: Let us pray that God grants us a pope who knows how to doubt. Second, every countrys growth model eventually undergoes transition and exhaustion. In India, the 1991 economic reforms undoubtedly marked a major turning point. Investment manager Saurabh Mukherjea, while speaking at the Indian Express Adda, observed that India faces three major stresses. White-collar employment has stagnated even as the country produces nearly eighty lakh graduates annually. Small businesses face volatility, profits are increasingly concentrated, and nearly eighty percent of employment generated by small companies is under pressure. Additionally, wage compression has intensified, and instead of relying on employers for retirement benefits and healthcare, citizens are increasingly being asked to become self-reliant. It must also be underlined that while we depoliticised the economy and built broad political consensus across ideological lines, we simultaneously politicised higher education, resulting in declining standards and rising mediocrity. We must urgently overhaul the system to make graduates employable and, in contemporary parlance, job-ready. Some measures that need to be undertaken in earnest include the following: First, we are not alone in experiencing rapid changes and economic stress. According to The Harvard Crimson annual faculty survey, professors warn of declining academic focus, with nearly two-thirds believing that students prioritise jobs over classroom learning. Land reforms and phenomenal expansion of English medium schools in Jammu and Kashmir, the literacy movement in Kerala, the English-medium schooling boom in Goa, and near-universal education in Mizoram have all expanded access to education without ensuring alignment with employability. We realised this too late and began lamenting how education has outpaced employability. In Kerala, much of the educated workforce holds degrees in commerce and the arts, while job growth lies elsewhere. There are useful lessons to be learned from states such as Himachal Pradesh and Sikkim, where balanced growth has led to better absorption of educated youth. Second, the recent Union Budget (202627) proposal for five higher education townships or university hub zones near major industrial and logistics corridors across different states should be expanded. This initiative is expected to create a more integrated academic ecosystem where universities and industries can work side by side to bridge the gap between education and employment. Entrepreneurial initiatives surrounding Stanford University were valued at approximately three trillion dollars in 2012. During COVID-19, the University of Houston contributed significantly to the citys economy. We continue to view education as a linear journey: school, college, university, and then employment. In China, however, many young people enter the economy through practical, income-generating skills such as repairing goods, preparing food, or producing simple items. Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day; teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. These are not fallback options but legitimate entry points into economic life. Such youth redefine education through modest beginnings. Third, from a foundational perspective, we need to reconceptualise school education and treat any dilution of it as an original sin. The key features of school education in Finland include ensuring that every child feels seen, heard, and valued. Children trust their teachers. The system is not centred on grades but on learning, curiosity, creativity, and a love for education. Students are free to explore, and teachers are free to support them. The government in Jammu and Kashmir should consider sending committed educational leaders to Finland so that best practices may be studied and replicated, as many governments have already done. In conclusion, it must be reiterated that an investment in knowledge pays the best interest, as Benjamin Franklin famously said. Finland has made education a national priority, while Israel has declared brainpower its greatest natural resource. We should not make a mess of it. The author is Kashmir based Political Scientist.
Infant found in Ammathottil in Thiruvananthapuram
The girl is around 10 days old and weighing 2.64 kg
Assembly polls 2026: Cautious strategy, poll wins reinforce IUMLs edge in Samastha ties
Several Samastha leaders are now more openly recognising IUMLs key role in the political landscape and its likely importance in forming and running the upcoming government
Outreach programme on Income Tax Act
The programme will focus on policy reforms affecting the non-profit sector
PG resident doctors at Thiruvananthapuram MCH go on strike over non-payment of stipend
Outpatient clinics, inpatient services and elective operations at the hospital were partially affected
Four youngsters killed as lightning strikes at Mankada in Malappuram
Encourage recycling of gold, says merchants association
800 workers quit Trinamool, join P.K. Sasis DMF in Palakkad
Efforts are also under way to attract those who have either severed ties with the CPI(M) or have had bitter experience from the party leadership in the district
MSF seeks govt. intervention in NEET-UG fiasco
Congress will succumb to Jamaats demands, says Kerala BJP leader S. Suresh
BJP State general secretary says the Congress' failure to choose a CM candidate even nine days after the United Democratic Front emerged victorious in the Assembly elections is an insult to all Malayalis
Kerala Assembly polls 2026: IUML growing restive over Congress delaying CM decision
IUML leadership meeting at Panakkad may witness strong emotions unless CM is chosen by Wednesday morning
Documentary proof of age not a must in cases registered under POCSO Act: Kerala High Court
81.78% students clear Calicut varsity UG exams
Elephant carcass found in Nilambur
The elephant is suspected to have slipped from a cliff nearly 30 metres high before crashing onto the concrete structure below, say forest officials
Letter to senior leaders highlights strong performance of women candidates
Kochi Corporation council to decide on Aakris biomedical waste bid
Kozhikode Corporation to review progress of literary corridor project
The initiative aims to uphold the citys title as a UNESCO City of Literature
Development of new lotus varieties brings Ajitha national recognition
A couple of new lotus varieties developed by her -- Mayoori and Paneer Rose -- have now received registration from the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority of the Government of India
Dog that attacked girl confirmed rabies-infected
Police to probe human trafficking angle in alleged organ donation scam
Palakkad sexual assault case: Bail plea hearing on May 19
Heroin haul exposed AssamKerala drug racket, claim police
Ganesh Kumar vows to revitalize KC(B) following Pathanapuram upset
QIP meet: teachers organisations against delay in declaring SSLC results
SSLC exam board will meet on Wednesday to give approval to the results
Seaplane trials to Lakshadweep set to begin on May 13
Muslim League calls for emergency session over Kerala CMs race
Senior IUML leaders, including top state functionaries and national representatives, are expected to participate in the meeting
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Chamber of commerce condemns attack on Uber driver in Keralas Kovalam
It urges State government and State Police Chief to take stringent action against the accused, ensure protection for all legally operating service providers, and implement measures to prevent such incidents
Watch: Kerala CM race intensifies after Congress-led UDF landslide victory
UDF has returned to power in Kerala with a massive victory, winning 102 seats in the Assembly. But despite the landslide mandate, the biggest question remains unresolved who will become the next Chief Minister?
He dismisses misconceptions about communists' visit to places of worship. He says a chapter in his new book Sanathanikalude Hindutva Vazhikal examines non-Brahmanical ritual practices and Kodungalloor Kavu is one such important site
NEET-UG exam cancellation sparks anger in Kerala
V. Sivankutty, General Education Minister in the outgoing Left Democratic Front government, says the cancellation has caused severe mental and financial distress to students and parents.
Rahul Gandhi Holds Talks on Kerala CM Choice; Decision in 24 Hours
After meeting Rahul Gandhi, Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan said that Rahul wanted to hear their views on certain matters, and he shared his opinion, adding that a decision would be announced soon.
The Congress party, through this indecisiveness, is disregarding the democratic verdict from the people, says T.P. Ramakrishnan. He says the LDF has no internal conflict over who should be the new Leader of the Opposition
Supreme Court summons Kochi ACP over FIR delay
Complaint relates to outraging the modesty of a woman from a Scheduled category. The petitioner in the case is an accused in a case registered at the Panangad police station in Kochi on charges of assault and criminal trespass
MLA-elect V. Muraleedharan slams delay in Kerala government formation, warns of governance vacuum
BJP leader V. Muraleedharan said the Congress leaderships inability to select a Chief Minister, despite winning over 100 seats, reflected a deep organisational crisis and is one of the reasons why voters across the country were increasingly distancing themselves from the party
Kerala Lottery Results Today: Kerala State Lottery Sthree-Sakthi SS-519 results for Tuesday, 12 May 2026, have been officially declared. Ticket holders can now check their numbers for the 1 crore first prize and other attractive cash rewards.
AICC general secretary K.C. Venugopal, former Leader of the Opposition V.D. Satheesan and senior leader Ramesh Chennithala are reportedly the top contenders for CMs mantle
Kerala CM Would Not be Based Merely on MLAs' Views: Muraleedharan
If the decision had to be taken just on the views of the MLAs, it would already be done by now, Muraleedharan added
Bisleri Unveils Patriot Limited-Edition Packs Featuring Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil
Bisleri International, India’s leading packaged drinking water brand, continues to strengthen its long-standing association with cinema through its latest collaboration with the Malayalam action-drama Patriot for its limited-edition packs. Featuring an ensemble cast led by Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil, the film has already generated significant buzz among audiences across Kerala. The special-edition packs are currently available across Bisleri’s 500 ml, 1 Litre, 2 Litre, and Soda SKUs in the Kerala market. Bisleri Unveils Patriot Limited-Edition Packs Featuring Mammootty and Fahadh Faasil Commenting on the association, Tushar Malhotra, Director of Sales and Marketing at Bisleri International , said, “ Consumer engagement today is increasingly driven by culture, entertainment and shared experiences. Our association with Patriot is part of Bisleri’s larger strategy to build strong regional relevance through cultural integrations that resonate deeply with audiences .” The Patriot limited-edition packs celebrate the scale and popularity of Malayalam cinema while driving strong visibility for the association across Kerala. Available at upto 3000 retail outlets spanning general and modern trade stores, the special packs are supported by in-store branding, branded Bisleri trucks travelling across key markets in the state, and amplification across digital and social media platforms to engage consumers and movie enthusiasts alike. The limited-edition packs are also available on the Bisleri@Doorstep App. About Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd With a legacy of over 50 years, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd has grown to become one of the largest premium beverage businesses in India. Being the makers of the country's largest-selling packaged drinking water, Bisleri follows a stringent process of 114 quality tests and a 10-stage purification. It remains true to its core value of providing consumers with pure, safe and healthy water. Bisleri International has a strong presence with 128 operational plants and a robust distribution network of over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks across India and UAE market. It offers a range of beverages that are produced for all occasions. Whether it is the promise of goodness, trust, and purity with Bisleri packaged drinking water, or a daily dose of health offered through Vedica Himalayan Spring Water. Besides, Bisleri International has ventured into fun-filled refreshments with a diverse range of carbonated drinks available in multiple flavours, such as Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri Rev, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Pop and Bisleri Soda. These Bisleri products are also available on the e-commerce platform - Bisleri@Doorstep. This D2C platform reassures customers that they will receive a safe and uninterrupted supply of their most trusted brand at their doorstep. The core values of Bisleri International lie in yielding growth and embedding sustainability by being responsible in all aspects of the business. The organization has unveiled Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise that focuses on creating greener future for all through implementing initiatives under the program of recycling, water conservation, and sustainability. For more information on Bisleri International, our people, brands, and OSR initiatives, visit www.bisleri.com.
Delhi's streets are currently adorned with the vibrant yellow blooms of the Amaltas tree, a spectacle that signals the approaching monsoon. This natural phenomenon, shared by an IFS officer, has captivated many. Known as Cassia fistula, the tree's golden flowers are culturally significant, acting as nature's calendar and a symbol of prosperity in India and Thailand.
Congress Widens Kerala CM Talks as Decision Remains Elusive
The party has also asked senior MLA Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan and working presidents P C Vishnunath, Shafi Parambil and A P Anil Kumar to come to Delhi
Congress high command seeks wider consultations as Kerala CM decision remains elusive
Congress leaders are in Delhi to discuss Kerala's next Chief Minister. The party high command is consulting former state presidents and working presidents. Key contenders include Ramesh Chennithala, V D Satheesan, and K C Venugopal. A decision is expected soon as the party seeks broader consensus.
Congress leadership delays decision on Kerala Chief Minister
Senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala, AICC general secretary (Organisation) KC Venugopal and Leader of the Opposition VD Satheesan are the three leaders lobbying for the CM post Chief Ministership of the state
ECI set to roll out phase III of SIR in coming days to cover 22 States, UTs
The poll authority had held back the exercise due to Assembly elections in Kerala, Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu and West Bengal held last month
Congress calls ex-chiefs of Kerala unit to brainstorm on next CM
Congress is expanding consultations to select Kerala's new chief minister, with AICC general secretary K C Venugopal and leader of opposition V D Satheesan vying for the top post. The party leadership is engaging with former state presidents and other leaders to ensure the final nominee is well-received, amid speculation and potential backlash.
Wrong to single out Pinarayi Vijayan for taking moral responsibility for poll defeat: CPM
CPM's MA Baby defended Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, stating the party's defeat is a collective responsibility, not an individual's. He emphasized self-criticism and corrective measures for the entire leadership. Baby also expressed concern over the rise of right-wing forces and the BJP's gains in Kerala.
AICC to hold talks with ex-PCC chiefs on Kerala CM
The Congress central leadership is engaged in extensive discussions with Kerala party leaders to decide the next chief minister. This process aims to ensure maximum consensus. Views from former State PCC presidents are being sought. Allies of the UDF are also observing the developments. Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra are involved in these deliberations.
Kochi metros Kakkanad extension likely to miss Dec. deadline
Uncertainty continues over securing the long-overdue 1,200-crore loan for the extension from the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, which has in turn affected the pace of project execution
News Analysis | Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Crisis over CM choice betrays Cong.s lack of vision
Several veteran Congress leaders and ordinary workers feel let down by the partys insouciance. IUML, which spearheaded the UDF poll campaign successfu... News Analysis | Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Crisis over CM choice betrays Cong.s lack of vision
CPI(M) defends Vijayan, says leadership is collective after Kerala defeat
General secretary M.A. Baby rules out moral responsibility argument; no decision yet on Leader of Opposition post, as Left begins internal review
News Analysis | Kerala Assembly polls 2026: Crisis over CM choice lays bare fault lines in Cong.
Several veteran Congress leaders and ordinary workers feel let down by the partys insouciance. IUML, which spearheaded the UDF poll campaign successfully in many constituencies, has reason to be annoyed. The crisis has laid bare the fault lines within the coalition and eclipsed the journey ahead
MA Baby flags disunity in UDF over CM race in Kerala
Decision On Kerala Opposition Leader To Be Taken By State CPM Leadership: Baby
The CPI has demanded the deputy opposition leader position, with its central secretariat insisting the party should have a prominent role in the assembly: Reports
In todays episode: Modis appeal amid the West Asia crisis, the suspense over the Congresss Kerala Chief Minister pick, and the political buzz around Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay in Tamil Nadu.
Congress CM 'yuddham' leaves Kerala waiting for a week after UDF sweep
