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Topic: Pinarayi Vijayan

In BJP-led counterbid to ‘protect’ Sabarimala, Annamalai slams Pinarayi, Stalin for ‘focusing on politics’

After LDF govt's Global Ayyappa Conclave in Pampa, which pitched the temple as an inclusive space, another conference was held by Sabarimala Karma Samithi and BJP to 'protect' it.

From Pampa to the world: Kerala govt seeks global recognition for Sabarimala, Oppn calls it ‘eyewash’

LDF govt & Travancore Devaswom Board organised one-day event in Pampa to discuss ways to develop Sabarimala temple further to ensure smooth entry and stress-free pilgrimage.

Back-to-back RTI revelations expose ‘police brutality’, Kerala Congress sharpens attack on LDF govt

While CCTV visuals were secured through RTI by Congress in the first case, a hotel owner took the same route in the second case that involved his two employees.

Age did not mellow Achuthanandan’s spirit. When Left veteran slammed Rahul Gandhi as ‘Amul baby’

From being a founding member of CPI (M) in 1964 to becoming the oldest CM in 2006, the veteran from Alappuzha was a giant in Kerala politics with eight decades of experience.

A Kerala bellwether is voting. Why CM Pinarayi Vijayan has staked all in Nilambur

The 19 June bypoll in Kerala’s Nilambur is a highly unpredictable contest. The UDF’s Aryadan Shoukath faces tough competition from LDF’s M Swaraj, while the mercurial PV Anvar adds colour.

Kamal Haasan, Pinarayi Vijayan’s growing camaraderie on display ahead of crucial Kerala polls

During event to mark Kerala govt’s fourth anniversary, Haasan said people should not be afraid to appreciate leaders like Vijayan, who are not afraid of criticism.

Mapping of Kochi oil spill begins, Kerala coastline on alert as containers from capsized ship wash ashore

Liberian ship was carrying 640 containers, including 13 with hazardous materials & 12 containing calcium carbide. Additionally, it held 84.44 MT of diesel & 367.1 MT of furnace oil.

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre for denying state its rightful share in tax devolution

Vijayan went on to say that his government presented this 'injustice' before the 16th Finance Commission and made efforts to bring together other states to raise a collective voice.

Labeled part of ‘Communist royal dynasty’ & dogged by controversy, who is Kerala minister Mohamed Riyas

BJP Kerala president Rajeev Chandrasekhar is the latest to target Riyas, Kerala Minister of Public Works and Tourism, over his ties to father-in-law CM Pinarayi Vijayan.

In maiden speech as Kerala Congress chief, Sunny Joseph addresses party unit factionalism, urges unity

The new leadership takes charge amid a wave of dissatisfaction from party workers over the removal of Sudhakaran, who himself put up a fight to retain his post.

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Only below-the-radar diplomacy can work in India-US trade ties now

India’s competitiveness cannot be defended abroad if it is eroded at home. Short-term measures can provide a cushion, but without reforms, exporters will remain perpetually vulnerable.

Niti Aayog CEO flags India’s trade imbalance — ‘we trade in stuff world doesn’t require in large quantities’

According to the Niti Aayog quarter trade watch report launched Monday, India’s total trade in FY 2025 was at US$1.73 trillion—exports at US$823 billion & imports US$908 billion.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.