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Move by Kerala CPI-M to greenlight private universities hailed

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 11: The Kerala CPI-M after resisting private institutions of higher education for several years has now greenlighted setting up of private universities in the state and the move is being welcomed by those who were advocating for this for decades.

KIIFB on 'ventilator', says Kerala LoP Satheesan

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 10: In a stinging attack on the functioning of Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board (KIIFB), Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan on Monday, while participating in the Assembly proceedings, said the situation is such that it's on the ventilator.

Cong warns against toll on KIIFB roads, Kerala FM says no decision yet

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 4: Ever since the news surfaced that the cash-strapped Kerala government is considering introducing a toll tax on all roads developed using funds from the Kerala Infrastructure Investment Board (KIIFB) to raise revenue, there has been a huge outcry, especially from the Congress-led UDF.

Barring MoS Suresh Gopi, Kerala MPs slam Budget 2025-26

Thiruvananthapuram, Feb 1: Barring the lone BJP MP and Union Minister Suresh Gopi, all the other Members of Parliament from Kerala flayed the second budget of the third Narendra Modi government, presented by Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday.

Kerala CM Vijayan and minister son-in-law Riyas out to consolidate position in CPI-M

Kozhikode, Jan 31: With Kerala's ruling CPI-M getting in gear for the upcoming state party conference, where a new set of office bearers will take over, the all-powerful Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who, unlike previous CPI-M Chief Ministers, has been dominating party affairs too, is playing his cards to ensure he carries his influence forward and ensures that his son-in-law and state Tourism Minister P.A. Mohammed Riyas also becomes a force to reckon with.

Restless BJP ally in Kerala BDJS explores new political options

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 27: Days after the Bharath Dharma Jana Sena (BDJS), the second-largest ally of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Kerala, passed a resolution in Kottayam to explore alternative political partnerships, the party leadership has called for a crucial state committee meeting on February 1 to address the issue.

Kerala LoP Satheesan calls for enquiry into CAG report on expired medicines

Thiruvananthapuram, January 22: The leader of Opposition in the Kerala Assembly VD Satheesan on Wednesday slammed the Left Democratic Front government in the state, pointing out the remarks in the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report that expired drugs were supplied to 26 hospitals in 60 instances during 2016-17 to 2021-22.

Star-struck Kerala Minister Saji Cherian relives his dream interview with Mohanlal

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 22: Kerala's Minister of Culture, Fisheries, and Films, Saji Cherian, is still beaming with excitement days after interviewing his favourite star, the legendary actor Mohanlal. The interaction, a rare opportunity with the 64-year-old icon, has left Cherian thrilled as he continues to share details of their meeting.

CM Vijayan visits recuperating Cong legislator Uma Thomas

Kochi, Jan 17: Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan made a surprise visit to the Congress legislator Uma Thomas at a private hospital, where she has been recuperating from injuries she sustained on falling 15 feet down at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here.