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Rajkumar, who was taken into custody on June 12 in connection with a financial fraud case, had died on June 21 in Peermedu sub-jail, allegedly due to custodial torture. (Photo: Representational)

Congress demands judicial probe into custodial death of Kerala man

The Opposition Leader alleged that Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, who is also the Home Minister, has got no control over the police.

29 Jun 2019 6:04 PM

Edappadi K Palaniswami appealed to the people to use water judiciously in view of the shortage situation. (Photo: File)

Palaniswami welcomes Kerala's water offer, says daily supply will help Chennai

Tamil Nadu CM appealed to Kerala to extend cooperation to store full water in the Mullaiperiyar dam.

21 Jun 2019 2:58 PM

The Kerala Chief Minister also said that some people in the region are trying to deliberately mislead others over the practice of yoga. (Photo: ANI)

Yoga should not be misunderstood as a religious practice: Kerala CM

‘Anyone can practice yoga; people irrespective of religious and caste boundaries should practice yoga,’ Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said.

21 Jun 2019 1:38 PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi with chief minister of Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan during a meeting in New Delhi on Saturday. Prime Minister Modi with Puducherry chief minister V. Narayanasamy. (Photo: PTI)

Pinarayi Vijayan meets PM Modi over airport privatisation

Kerala’s concern over its reported exclusion from the priority list of the national highway development.

16 Jun 2019 8:52 AM

Vijayan also assured that the Kerala government is making continued efforts to help the farmers and has also announced a moratorium on repayment of farmers' loans till the end of this year. (Photo: ANI)

'Order probe into farmer suicide': Kerala CM responds to Rahul Gandhi's letter

Rahul Gandhi will pay a two-day visit to his constituency from June 7 to thank the voters for his stupendous win.

01 Jun 2019 10:16 AM

The lone CPI(M)-led government in the country had organised mass public meetings, cultural fiestas and exhibitions to mark its first and second anniversaries on May 25. (Photo: File)

After massive LS debacle, Pinarayi govt has muted 3rd anniversary

The ruling Left Front, which had expected an impressive victory, could win only one seat.

25 May 2019 4:54 PM

Addressing media persons, he said, 'We are going to win big. Sabarimala issue did not affect polls in Kerala. All of us know who created troubles there.' (Photo: ANI)

Will win big, Sabarimala issue didn't affect polls in Kerala: Pinarayi Vijayan

He in a veiled attack on the BJP said that it was the latter party which created trouble in the state.

20 May 2019 1:19 PM

The mortal remains were taken to Kollam to enable the public to pay homage. (Photo: Twitter)

Veteran Congress leader passes away at 87 age in Kerala

He was 87 and was being treated for age related ailments when the end came.

17 May 2019 1:23 PM

BJP or Congress won't get majority, Pinarayi Vijayan after meet with KCR

The Kerala Chief Minister believes regional parties will play a prominent role in next govt.

07 May 2019 1:04 PM

In view of ongoing Lok Sabha elections, both the Chief Ministers will hold discussions on contemporary politics. (Photo: ANI)

KCR to meet Vijayan, Stalin to pump up efforts for non-Cong, non-BJP front

The meet has been scheduled in Trivandram at 6 pm.

06 May 2019 1:18 PM

"We are outraged and horrified by this act of aggression against the Chief Minister of a state," Vijayan said. (Photo: File)

Kerala CM condemns the attack on Kejriwal

Kejriwal was slapped allegedly by a disgruntled AAP supporter during a roadshow on Saturday.

05 May 2019 8:49 PM

'Maari nilkku angottu' (Stay away), the Chief Minister, in an agitated mood, shouted at the media persons when they approached him for his version of record polling in the last three decades in the general elections. (Photo: File)

Stay away!: Kerala CM loses cool over query on voter turnout in LS polls

The Chief Minister's 'rude' reaction came this morning when he was stepping out of the Government Guest House here.

24 Apr 2019 2:20 PM

Kerala recorded 11.61 per cent voting till 9 AM in the 20 Lok Sabha constituencies of the state. (Photo:File)

'Avarice' of Cong-BJP will crash in LS polls: Pinarayi Vijayan

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan came down heavily on opposition Congress-led UDF and BJP-led NDA on Tuesday.

23 Apr 2019 11:56 AM

The cases registered in the state in connection with the Sabarimala agitation were not for uttering the name of the God, but to unleash violence, Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan said. (Image: File)

Kerala CM claims Modi of levelling 'false' charges

'It is unfortunate that such an untruthful and concocted campaign has been unleashed by the Prime Minister', CM said.

19 Apr 2019 6:20 PM

'The decision of the LDF is to defeat the Congress candidate Rahul Gandhi,' Vijayan told the huge gathering. (Photo: File)

CM hits out at Amit Shah for Pakistan jibe on Wayanad processions

Vijayan said the saffron party may be unaware of the history of the freedom movement.

11 Apr 2019 3:24 PM

Vijayan said with Mani, who was a member of the state legislature for 54 years, had created a place for himself in world parliamentary politics. (Image: File)

Condolences pour in for KM Mani death 'irreparable loss,' says Kerala CM

Undergoing treatment at the hospital for pulmonary disease for some days, Mani died at 4.57 PM, hospital sources said.

09 Apr 2019 8:09 PM

Dilli Ka Babu: Babus’ retirement home?

The government cannot afford to be indifferent given how public perception might be impacted in this election season.

07 Apr 2019 1:47 AM

In Kerala, the fight is between LDF and UDF in the elections," Vijayan told a meet-the-press programme at the Press Club here. (Photo: PTI)

Rahul's contest from Wayanad a fight against Left: Kerala CM

Gandhi had announced earlier he would retain Amethi in Uttar Pradesh as his constituency after elections.

31 Mar 2019 3:13 PM

The chief minister also vowed that the CPI(M) will defeat Rahul. (Photo: Fle)

Rahul contesting from Wayanad challenge to Left, not to BJP: Kerala CM

Senior Congress leader AK Antony announced that Rahul Gandhi will be contesting from Wayanad in addition to Amethi.

31 Mar 2019 1:54 PM

Pinarayi Vijayan has said strict action will be taken against those found guilty. (File Photo)

Kerala Chief Minister speeds up probe after 2 youth Congress workers killed

Soon after the death of Kripesh and Sarath, the Congress alleged that CPI (Marxist) activists were behind the attack.

19 Feb 2019 10:34 AM

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