New Delhi, June 2 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday hit out at Congress MP Shashi Tharoor after the latter said that Vande Mataram was being “unnecessarily imposed” by the Centre. The BJP leaders accused Congress of indulging in vote bank politics and turning into a “Muslim League Maoist” party.Addressing reporters on Monday, Tharoor said that having to sing the all five verses of the national song every time, was an “unnecessary imposition” by the Central government. He backed …
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Chennai, May 25 (IANS) The Mahatma Gandhi University in Kerala has now presented Malayalam superstar Mammootty a Honorary D. Litt. in recognition of his immense contribution to Indian cinema. Taking to his X timeline to express his gratitude for the honour, Mammootty wrote, “Humbled to have received the Honorary D.Litt. from Mahatma Gandhi University today, presented by the Honourable Governor of Kerala.”He went on to add, “My gratitude to each and every one of you who stood by my side throughou…
New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Kerala BJP State President, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, extended congratulations and best wishes to the new government as V.D. Satheesan took oath as the 13th Chief Minister of Kerala on Monday at a grand ceremony in Thiruvananthapuram.“Every five years in our democracy, people are given the opportunity to vote and choose a new government, and today is that day. In every democracy, this is an important occasion. In the democracy of our state, through the process decided by t…
New Delhi, May 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday congratulated veteran Congress leader V.D. Satheesan, on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Kerala and conveyed best wishes for his tenure. PM Modi took to social media platform ‘X’ and said, “Congratulations to Shri V.D. Satheesan Ji on taking oath as the Chief Minister of Keralam. My best wishes for his tenure. The Central Government assures all possible support for the newly-formed Keralam Government in fulfilling the aspiratio…
Thiruvananthapuram, May 14 (IANS) For Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar, the unfolding political transition in Kerala is far less stressful compared to the political turbulence he encountered just days ago while serving as acting Governor of Tamil Nadu.Back in the Kerala Lok Bhavan after a politically charged week in Chennai, Arlekar can finally breathe easier as the Congress-led UDF formally staked claim to power with a massive and unquestionable mandate behind Chief Minister-designate V. D. Sat…
Thiruvananthapuram, May 14 (IANS) After a politically turbulent week in neighbouring Tamil Nadu, Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar now appears headed for a far smoother constitutional exercise as Chief Minister-designate V.D. Satheesan formally staked claim to form the next government in Kerala on Thursday evening.Soon after the Congress Legislature Party unanimously elected Satheesan as its leader and the UDF allies extended their support, the Chief Minister-designate called on the Governor at L…
Thiruvananthapuram Jan 27 (IANS) Kerala Assembly Speaker A.N. Shamseer on Tuesday expressed strong displeasure over what he described as improper conduct by the office of Governor Rajendra Arlekar, triggering a fresh flashpoint in the long-running standoff between Lok Bhavan and the elected government.Speaking to the media, Shamseer disclosed that he had received a letter from the Governor’s office marked “highly confidential”, prompting him to personally oversee its opening — a departure fr…
Thiruvananthapuram Jan 26 (IANS) Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Monday underlined that India is not a theocratic nation but an inclusive republic that embraces all its citizens equally, asserting that the country’s strength lies in its ability to absorb diversity without losing its cultural essence.Addressing the Republic Day parade at the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Arlekar said India has upheld democratic values for the past 76 years and is today recognised globally as the “m…
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 26 (IANS) The 77th Republic Day celebrations were held on a grand scale across Kerala on Monday, but the official ceremony in the state capital was marked by a fresh flashpoint in the ongoing standoff between the Governor and the LDF government.At the Central Stadium in Thiruvananthapuram, Governor Rajendra Arlekar hoisted the national flag, inspected the parade comprising various contingents, and received the ceremonial salute.However, in a departure from convention, the…
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 20 (IANS) Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Tuesday raised concerns over modifications made by Governor Rajendra Arlekar to the policy address delivered to the Kerala Assembly.Speaking after seeing off the Governor following his 112-minute-long speech, the CM said certain clauses in the Cabinet-approved address had been omitted or altered, and stressed that the official policy address approved by the Council of Ministers should remain the authoritative version.According …