BJP Kerala President Rajeev Chandrasekhar discusses the state's economic stagnation, political barriers, and the party's strategy for the 2026 assembly elections. Read his exclusive interview.
Buoyed by local body election results, the UDF in Kerala meets Monday to discuss expansion, seat-sharing, and assembly poll strategy. Key talks on new allies and the KC(M) faction are expected.
Two newly elected councillors in Kannur, one each from CPM and BJP, could not take oath as they are in jail following convictions in criminal cases. Read about the legal implications and party responses.
Thane election authorities warn of legal action, disqualification for candidates violating Rs 13 lakh spending limit. Model Code of Conduct in force until Jan 16, 2026. Read details.
Kerala's electoral rolls see a major clean-up with 2.4 lakh voters eliminated. Former MLA Rajaji Mathew's name removed. Details on the state's voter verification drive here.
Bombay High Court suspends NCP politician Manikrao Kokate's 2-year jail term in a 30-year-old EWS quota cheating case but refuses to stay his conviction, triggering disqualification concerns. Read the full details.
Kerala's ruling CPI(M) dismisses claims of internal discord regarding Vice-Chancellor appointments. The party accuses the Chancellor of unilateral action, prompting a state government challenge in the Kerala High Court. Read the full details.
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses BRS petitions seeking disqualification of 10 MLAs, citing lack of proof of defection. BRS alleges bias, claims MLAs joined Congress. Full details inside.
Telangana Assembly Speaker rejects disqualification petitions against 10 BRS MLAs, citing continued collection of party funds as proof of membership. BRS alleges bias. Details inside.
West Bengal Assembly Secretariat decides not to challenge Calcutta HC verdict disqualifying Mukul Roy as MLA. Speaker Biman Bandopadhyay says initiative lies with Roy's son. Read the full story.
Kerala govt & World Bank launch KERA project to forge 150 alliances between farmer companies & agri-businesses. Grants up to 60% (max Rs 2 Cr) available. Apply by Dec 31.
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification petitions against 5 MLAs accused of switching to Congress. BRS plans to challenge the ruling in High Court.
Telangana Assembly Speaker dismisses disqualification petitions against MLAs who joined Congress. BRS terms it unconstitutional and will challenge the decision in the High Court. Details inside.
Opposition demands immediate disqualification of convicted minister Manikrao Kokate after his portfolio is reallocated. Calls grow for Maharashtra CM to take action. Read the full story.
Kerala Legislative Assembly hosts its 4th International Book Festival from Jan 7-13, 2026. Free entry, 200+ publishers, author talks & cultural events. Explore!
Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari refutes BRS allegations of joining Congress, submits affidavit to Assembly Speaker. He argues petition is based on media reports. Read the full story.
KTU Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas appointed to additional role at Digital University Kerala as VC-designate awaits clearance. Minister R Bindu offers cooperation amid LDF internal dissent.
Kerala cabinet approves inclusion of new communities in OBC list, Rs 190 crore guarantee for Kozhikode IT park, and key administrative decisions. Read the full details here.
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar dismissed disqualification pleas against five BRS MLAs who joined Congress. BRS calls it a 'cruel joke' and plans legal challenge. Get the full story.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate faces disqualification as MLA after a sessions court upholds his 2-year sentence in a 1995 fraud case. Read the full story on the legal and political implications.
Nashik sessions court upholds conviction of Maharashtra sports minister Manikrao Kokate in EWS flat scam. His political future now hinges on a High Court stay. Read the full details.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted in EWS flat allocation case. Opposition demands immediate disqualification, citing Rahul Gandhi precedent. Read the full story.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arlekar break impasse, appoint VCs for KTU and Digital University. Supreme Court warning leads to consensus. Details inside.
Maharashtra Sports Minister Manikrao Kokate convicted for securing flat under EWS quota with false income. Nashik court upholds 2-year sentence, triggering immediate disqualification risk. Read full details.
The UDF in Kerala will hold a crucial meeting on December 22 to discuss expanding its alliance ahead of assembly elections. Congress leaders hint at surprise entries from other fronts. Read the full details.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has transitioned from a fringe player to a significant electoral force in Kerala, marking a pivotal change in the state's political landscape. Discover the implications.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
The open campaign for Kerala's first-phase local body elections concludes. A fierce triangular contest is expected, especially in Thiruvananthapuram, as BJP's influence grows. Read the latest analysis.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan says CPI(M) will decide if he leads LDF in 2026 Assembly polls. The veteran leader spoke ahead of local body elections, seen as a semi-final.
Major tourism associations in Kerala propose a master plan including enhanced nightlife, a surfing festival, and infrastructure upgrades to restore Kovalam as a premium destination and boost foreign tourist numbers.