KERALA

Introduction As Kerala approaches the 2026 Assembly elections, the political contest is centered around three major alliances: Each bloc has unveiled a policy vision combining welfare expansion, economic growth, and electoral strategy, sparking debate over feasibility and long-term sustainability. 1. Manifesto Models: Competing Development Approaches 🔴 LDF – State-led Welfare Model The LDF emphasizes: Core…

A major controversy has erupted in the Kerala film industry after filmmaker Ranjith was arrested following allegations of attempted sexual assault on a young actress. He has been remanded to 14 days of judicial custody, and the industry body FEFKA has also taken disciplinary action by expelling him. What is the Case About? According to…

Background The Kerala High Court has sought explanations from the Election Commission of India regarding alleged hate speech by BJP leader and NDA candidate B. Gopalakrishnan in Guruvayur. The matter came before the court following a petition filed by KSU district president Gokul, who alleged that the leader made a controversial “Hindu MLA” remark capable…

In a developing case that has drawn national attention, officials from the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) and the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) conducted an inquiry in Thiruvananthapuram regarding the controversial marriage of young actor-model Monalisa. The inquiry followed a complaint filed by her father, Jaisingh Bhosle, in Madhya Pradesh. Acting on…

The political atmosphere in Kerala is heating up ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections. The three major alliances — the Left Democratic Front (LDF), the United Democratic Front (UDF), and the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) — are preparing for an intense electoral battle across the state. Key constituents of the ruling LDF, the Communist Party…

Alappuzha: Strong indications are emerging in political circles that former Public Works Minister and senior CPM leader G. Sudhakaran may contest the upcoming elections as an independent candidate. The possible move is believed to be linked to differences with the party leadership and uncertainty surrounding candidate selection. Sudhakaran, a long-time member of the Communist Party…

Thiruvananthapuram: Senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi announced five major welfare guarantees for Kerala, promising that they will be implemented if the United democratic front (UDF) comes to power in the state. The announcement was made during a public meeting in Thiruvananthapuram as part of the opposition’s campaign ahead of the upcoming Kerala Assembly elections. The…

Thiruvananthapuram: The State Government has clarified that it will not file a fresh affidavit in the Supreme Court in connection with the Sabarimala women’s entry case, nor will it make any changes to the existing affidavit. The affidavit submitted during the tenure of former Chief Minister Oommen Chandy — which supported the protection of traditional…

Kochi:In the wake of the sudden demise of Confident Group Chairman Dr. C.J. Roy, the company held its first official press conference to address widespread speculation and allegations surrounding Income Tax (IT) department actions. Managing Director T.A. Joseph categorically denied claims that IT officials harassed or pressured the late chairman, stating that such narratives are…

Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has issued a directive stating that the National Population Register (NPR) will not be implemented in the state as part of the forthcoming Census exercise. The order reaffirms the state’s earlier position opposing the NPR, citing concerns raised over privacy and potential misuse of personal data. According to official communication, the…