JOSEPH PAMPLANY
Kerala liquor policy to be decided after talks with coalition parties, says Kerala Revenue Minister A P Anil Kumar
Kerala Revenue Minister A P Anil Kumar stated that any policy on tax cuts for low-alcohol beverages will be decided after internal UDF discussions and consultation with Congress leadership. This follows a budget proposal to reduce taxes on such drinks, drawing criticism for potentially encouraging consumption. Chief Minister V D Satheesan emphasized that the budget only outlines a tax framework, with no final decisions made.
New pope has a Kerala headache as schism widens at Syro Malabar Church
A crisis unfolds within Kerala's Syro-Malabar Church. Disputes over liturgical practices spark unrest. Archbishop Joseph Pamplany faces opposition. Financial scandals add complexity. The Pope's intervention is uncertain. These issues coincide with demographic shifts and political realignments. The BJP gains traction among Christian voters. The Church's future faces challenges. Resolution is crucial for stability.
BJP, under Modi Bhaijaan, is carving out two new vote banks: Muslims and Christians
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is making strategic efforts to win over India's religious minorities, Muslims and Christians, despite its Hindutva agenda. With a focus on outreach and development, the BJP aims to secure votes from diverse communities, targeting specific regions and addressing concerns through various campaigns.
Kerala: Rubber Board announces incentive of Rs 5 per kg for rubber sheet exports
According to sources within the Rubber Board, this initiative is expected to benefit farmers significantly, as the policy is anticipated to drive up the prices of natural rubber by promoting exports of the product.
What AK Antony's son Anil Antony brings to the BJP
Anil's entry in the BJP is a big embarrassment for the Congress and possibly a future setback too. Anil himself may not be a tall leader but his importance lies in his being the son of a senior Congress leader who is seen as a trusted advisor of Sonia Gandhi.
BJP's communal agenda won't work in Kerala, says CM Vijayan
"The sangh parivar and its leaders should understand that the opinion of certain opportunists do not represent the mindset of people of Kerala. Kerala has always adopted a strong stand against communalism. Be it minority or the majority. Both pose a danger to society. So, Kerala is not a place where BJP can easily propagate their agenda," the CM said.
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Left, Congress in Kerala attacking Christian leaders whose statements favour government of India: BJP
The archbishop's statement comes a couple of weeks after Prime Minister Narendra Modi, buoyed by his party's poll performance in three minority dominated northeastern states, said the BJP alliance would form a government in Kerala considering the increasing support of minorities for the saffron party.
How can his activities be construed as sectarian? asks Shashi Tharoor
A day after Leader of Opposition in the state assembly V D Satheesan said any kind of sectarianism or parallel activities would not be allowed in the party and warned that such moves would be dealt with "seriously", Tharoor questioned how activities of the two Congress MPs could be seen as sectarian.
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