V S ACHUTHANANDAN
From allegations against Mamkootathil to custodial torture; Kerala Assembly likely to be stormy
The Kerala Legislative Assembly is bracing for a stormy 12-day session, with both the ruling LDF and opposition UDF poised to clash over issues ranging from alleged police brutality to sexual misconduct allegations against MLA Rahul Mamkootathil. The UDF, despite facing internal challenges, intends to aggressively target the government on various fronts, including corruption allegations and the state's financial constraints.
Bank holiday today for Nag Panchami: Are banks open or closed on July 29 2025; check state wise list
Bank customers should check the state specific holiday list before planning any physical banking activity. Are banks open or closed today on July 29 2025 for nag Panchami?
Saturday bank holiday: Are banks open or closed today on July 26, 2025?
Indian banks will remain closed on July 26, 2025, because it is the fourth Saturday. Sikkim banks will have a three-day holiday due to Drukpa Tshe-zi. Customers can use digital banking for transactions. The Reserve Bank of India has released a list of bank holidays for July 2025. These holidays vary by region and observance.
Comrade's glory and folly: VS Achuthanandan’s century-long life mapped the state’s social revolution
Veteran communist leader and former Kerala CM V.S. Achuthanandan passed away at 101, significantly exceeding Kerala's high life expectancy. His life exemplified the state's social transformation, where ordinary individuals like him and Pinarayi Vijayan rose to leadership.
Bank holiday today: Are banks open or closed in Kerala for V.S. Achuthanandan’s demise?
Following the death of former Kerala Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan, the Kerala government declared a holiday. The holiday is on July 22, 2025. It will be observed countrywide. Banks in Kerala will remain closed on this day.
Mortal remains of former Kerala CM VS Achuthanandan taken to Durbar Hall for public homage
Veteran CPI(M) leader and former Kerala Chief Minister, VS Achuthanandan, passed away at 101. His mortal remains were taken to the Secretariat for public homage. Kerala government declared a three-day mourning period. Government offices and educational institutions remained closed as a mark of respect. CM Pinarayi Vijayan mourned the demise of the party veteran.
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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan pays tributes to late CPI(M) leader VS Achuthanandan
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan paid tribute to the late VS Achuthanandan, a veteran Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader and former CM, who passed away at 101 following a cardiac arrest. The Kerala government has declared a three-day mourning period with the National Flag at half-mast.
Who was VS Achuthanandan, the former Kerala chief minister who passed away at the age of 101?
Who was VS Achuthanandan: V.S. Achuthanandan, the veteran Communist leader and former Kerala Chief Minister, has died at the age of 101. A founding member of CPI(M), he was a champion of workers' rights and land reforms. Achuthanandan served as Chief Minister from 2006 to 2011 and was elected to the Kerala Legislative Assembly seven times, leaving behind a legacy of integrity.
VS Achuthanandan dies at 101: When the former Kerala CM’s ‘dog’ remark about an NSG martyr shocked India after 26/11
V S Achuthanandan, former Kerala Chief Minister, died at 101. His career included significant political contributions. However, his remark after the 2008 Mumbai attacks sparked controversy. He visited Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan's family after the tragedy. His statement then drew widespread criticism. The incident highlighted a moment of national grief. It remains a notable part of his legacy.
VS Achuthanandan resigns as chairman of Kerala Administrative Reforms Commission
Two more reports are getting ready and once completed would be submitted to the government, he said in the post.
Will continue fight till last breath: V S Achuthanandan
A day after he stepped down as opposition leader, marxist veteran V S Achuthanandan said he would continue his fight against corruption and communalism.
Will continue as 'sentinel' of people of Kerala: VS Achuthanandan
Achuthanandan, who was the LDF's face in the campaign during the May 16 assembly polls, evaded questions on whether he was sidelined.
Assembly election results: CPI(M) focus now on who should be the CM in Kerala
Probable candidates for the top slot -- party stalwart V S Achuthanandan and politburo member Pinarayi Vijayan -- have both got elected with a thumping majority.
V S Achuthanandan campaigns for Pinarayi Vijayan
Achuthanandan skirted the issue and instead exhorted the large gathering to ensure that Vijayan was elected with an "impressive majority".
Nonagenarian leader Achuthanandan goes hi-tech to connect with young voters
Marxist veteran and state opposition leader V S Achuthanandan today joined the bandwagon of leaders who use social media to connect with people.
V S Achuthanandan demands probe into Saritha's allegations
V S Achuthanandan, today demanded a comprehensive probe into solar panel scam accused Saritha S Nair's allegations that she was sexually abused by Kerala CM Oommen Chandy.
Over 30% voting in first 5 hours in Kerala civic polls
While the highest voting percentage registered was from Alappuzha district, Pathnamthitta recorded the lowest in the first five hours of polling.
Second phase of local body polls begins in Kerala
Among the early voters were IUML supremo Panakkad Shihab Thangal and Industries Minister, P K Kunhalikutty and UDF convener P P Thankachan.
Amendments made to Kerala land assignment rules to regularise land
Environmentalists and Opposition parties flayed the government decision, alleging that it would abet encroachments, encourage land and quarry mafia.
V S Achuthanandan describes Oomen Chandy as 'BJP member'
"The Chief Minister is not only a Congress leader, but also a member of the BJP," the Marxist veteran said in the state Assembly.
Come, join us, Arvind Kejriwal tells CPM veteran
The invitation came following a meeting between Kejriwal and a close aide of Achuthanandan recently. Prashant Bhushan had met the CPM leader earlier.
Achuthanandan's comments 'baseless, unwarranted': CPI-M
CPI(M) today termed as "baseless and unwarranted" comments by its senior leader V S Achuthanandan that the Left was defeated in 2011 Kerala Assembly polls due to lapses.
Land allotment case: Vigilance bureau records statement of Achuthanandan
V S Achuthanandan was questioned by Vigilance officials and his statement recorded in connection with the probe into alleged irregularities in allotment of land.
V S Achuthanandan's posture: Tough choices before CPI-M leadership
Achuthanandan had lashed out Vijayan for calling Marxist rebels like Chandrasekharan, who was murdered recently, as "betrayers and renegades".
Congress accuse CPI(M)'s involvement in Chandrasekheran's murder
Accusing the involvement of CPI (M) in the recent murder of Revolutionery Marxist Party leader T.P. Chandrasekheran, Congress wanted the police to probe the role of that party in the crime.
V S Achuthanandan voices misgivings about UID project
V S Achuthanandan today expressed misgivings about the UID scheme launched by the Centre "without proper debate" in Parliament.
Amul baby’ is healthy, focused child: Shashi Tharoor
The Congress MP from Kerala Shashi Tharoor has said that “Amul baby” represents a healthy and focused child and Kerala chief minister V S Achuthanandan’s comment need not be taken as an insult.
V S Achuthanandan riding tall in red bastion
Chief Minister and CPI(M) veteran V S Achuthanandan is riding firm saddled in this red bastion of Palakkad district for the third consecutive time.
Achuthanandan has no property, inherited or acquired
Kerala CM Achuthanandan does not have any movable or immovable assets, according to the affidavit filed by him as part of his election nomination papers for Assembly polls.
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