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Will Shailaja break the jinx for CPI(M) in Vadakara?

K.K. Shailaja addresses media in Kozhikode on CPI(M) candidates' list impact, aiming to win Vadakara Lok Sabha seat.

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Kerala Assembly | Opposition disrupts House over government ‘decision’ to hike price of subsidised essentials retailed via Supplyco

Congress-led UDF Opposition disrupted Kerala Assembly proceedings accusing Kerala government of imposing a backdoor price increase on 13 subsidised provisions, including rice, sugar and pulses, retailed at less-than-market rates through State-owned Supplyco outlets.

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Kerala Assembly | Opposition walks out accusing govt. of undermining State’s market intervention strategy to ‘aid’ retail giants

UDF walked out of the Kerala Assembly on February 13 (Tuesday) accusing the Left Democratic Front (LDF) government of scuttling the Food and Civil Supplies department’s market intervention programme by depriving Supplyco of direly needed funding

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Kerala Assembly | UDF stages walkout over Speaker’s denial of permission to Mathew Kuzhalnadan to level allegation

The Kerala Assembly witnessed an uproar and a walkout by the Opposition United Democratic Front (UDF) on February 12 (Monday) after Speaker A.N. Shamseer denied permission to Congress legislator Mathew Kuzhalnadan to level corruption charges in the House.

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Kerala Assembly | UDF boycotts House proceedings after Speaker disallows adjournment notice on SFIO probe into IT firm headed by Chief Minister’s daughter

The Congress-led UDF boycotted Kerala Assembly proceedings on Friday after Speaker A.N. Shamseer sternly declined to entertain the Opposition’s adjournment notice seeking the leave of the House to debate a SFIO enquiry against the now-dormant IT company owned by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter, T. Veena

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‘Ammakoottam’ to be held today

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Kannur revenue district arts festival begins at Thalassery

Kannur's Revenue District School Art Festival began in Thalassery on Dec 6, with Speaker A.N. Shamseer stressing need for public participation. He advocated for healthy competitions, while Deputy Director of Education A.P. Ambika and municipal vice chairman Vazhayil Sasi attended the inaugural event. The festival, concluding on Dec 9, began…

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State Assembly a model: Shamseer

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Modi, Netanyahu are examples of electoral despotism, says Shamseer

Electoral despotism seen in PMs Modi & Netanyahu: Speaker Shamseer. Condemned Gaza violence, said women & children should not be harmed. India's stand on Palestine changed under Modi, in favour of Israel, contrary to Gandhi's time.

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Kerala CM disputes Opposition MLA’s accusations against his daughter in Assembly

CM Pinarayi Vijayan made statement to refute corruption allegations against his daughter. Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh requested Speaker to remove the accusations. CM noted firm had legitimate contract, paid GST and I-T. UDF had become echo chamber of BJP-led Central govt. by parroting lies against kin of State's political exec.

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Government creating better infrastructure to help education sector: Shamseer

Foundation stone laid for new state-of-the-art building at Thiruvangad Government Higher Secondary School. New building to have modern classrooms, labs, library, stage, washrooms, canteen. Kerala Investment Infrastructure Fund Board to fund the project.

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Govt. moves to withdraw case against NSS on Puthuppally bypoll eve

Govt drops unlawful assembly case against 1,000 NSS members for Aug 2 prayer procession. Legal opinion found procession was protected under Constitution. No violence or damage reported. Prosecutor noted slight obstruction, lack of aggrieved parties, and intention of peaceful protest.

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Nair Service Society | Calling the shots, making a point

As a forward caste Hindu organisation, the NSS has been steadfast in maintaining political equidistance while casting itself as a defender of Hindu belief systems

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Thushar Vellappally criticises Speaker Shamseer for remarks on Hindu gods

His comments insulting Hindu religion made before school students should not be justified, said the BDJS chief, also the National Democratic Alliance State convener.

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Kerala Assembly pays tributes to Oommen Chandy, Vakkom Purushothaman

Kerala Assembly pays tribute to Oommen Chandy & Vakkom Purushothaman, two Congress heavyweights who passed away in July. CM Pinarayi Vijayan & Leader of Opposition V.D. Satheesan remember their contributions to Kerala politics & administrative prowess. Speaker A.N. Shamseer recalls their dedication to democratic process & Chandy's empathetic attitude. Assembly…

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Controversy over faith versus religion disputes looms over the Kerala Assembly that convenes on Monday

Controversy swirls around Speaker's office; UDF to press govt. to withdraw cases against NSS workers; Assembly to mourn passing of former CM & Speaker; UDF to raise stakes in Puthuppally constituency; Opposition to paint govt. as authoritarian

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A.N. Shamseer | Speaker’s trouble

A.N. Shamseer, 24th Speaker of Kerala Legislative Assembly, faces controversy over his appeal to students to embrace science over literalist interpretation of religion. NSS, Congress, BJP, and CPI(M) have voiced their opinions, with NSS demanding apology or resignation. Kerala Assembly will be convening on August 7 and his skills will…

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NSS to intensify protests against govt., its highest-decision making bodies to meet today

Despite the best efforts of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) to avoid a direct confrontation with the Nair Service Society (NSS), the community organisation has decided to intensify its protest against the allegedly blasphemous remarks about Hindu gods by Speaker A.N. Shamseer.

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CPI(M) bid to defend itself against allegations of hurting religious faith

The ruling Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI(M)] scrambled to defend itself against a growing chorus of accusations, discomfortingly amplified on social media, that top party leaders broadcast a disdainful view of Hindu beliefs while not daring to question the articles of faith cherished by other religions.

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Sivagiri Madhom demands unqualified apology from Shamseer

Varkala Sivagiri Madhom urges Speaker A.N. Shamseer to apologize for remarks on Lord Ganesha and ritual practices. Madhom extends support to NSS protests, saying no one can blame them for being hurt. Seer urges everyone to settle the issue soon, without aggravating it. CPI(M) condemns campaign against Speaker, saying misinterpreting…

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Speaker did not say anything about beliefs or believers: Shailaja

Former Health Minister wonders what is the need for creating such a noise

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Kerala looms large in Congress’ 2024 Lok Sabha election strategy

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Surendran seeks Chief Minister’s explanation on Shamseer’s remarks

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) State president K. Surendran has sought an explanation from Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on the alleged disrespectful statement made by Assembly Speaker A.N. Shamseer that denigrated Hindu gods.

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Controversy unfortunate, never hurt religious sentiments: Shamseer

Speaker A.N. Shamseer calls controversy surrounding his remarks on myths vs. scientific facts "unfortunate," asserting he had no intention of hurting religious sentiments. He points out Articles 25 & 51A(h) of Indian Constitution, emphasizing promotion of scientific temper. He says no one should try to force their opinions on others…

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NSS organises public protests against Shamseer

NSS organises public protests against Kerala Speaker A.N. Shamseer

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