Kerala Cabinet
Coverage of Kerala Cabinet in the Nexus archive.
- Kerala Cabinet nod for framing anti-ragging law
The Kerala Cabinet has approved the framing of an anti-ragging law and sanctioned the rollout of a distress app in memory of J.S. Sidharthan. His death in February 2024, allegedly due to brutal ragging, sparked public outrage.
- Kerala Cabinet likely to examine possible action against ADGP in Youth Congress members’ assault case
The Kerala Cabinet is likely to examine possible action against an ADGP following an SIT report accusing an officer of attempting to sabotage a police probe into the unjustified assault by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's security personnel on Youth Congress black flag protesters in 2023.
- Kerala Cabinet clears proposal to create Business Policy and Process Re-engineering Cell
The Kerala Cabinet approved a proposal to establish a Business Policy and Process Re-engineering Cell. The initiative aims to enhance coordination among government departments and prevent delays in project implementation.
- Adani-MSC Vizhinjam deal: Kerala Cabinet to set up empowered panel to study if agreement is in State’s interests
The Kerala Cabinet plans to establish an empowered panel to evaluate if the Adani-MSC Vizhinjam deal aligns with the state's interests. Chief Minister Satheesan countered Opposition criticism by asserting the previous LDF government was aware of the proposed deal.
- Kerala Cabinet forms sub-committee to study PM SHRI implementation; CM says ‘forced to’ continue with scheme
The Kerala Cabinet has formed a sub-committee to study the implementation of the PM SHRI scheme. Chief Minister Satheesan stated the government is forced to continue the project due to prior agreements and funds received from the Centre by the previous LDF government.
- Kerala Cabinet decides to implement free travel concession for women on KSRTC’s ordinary services from June 15
The Kerala Cabinet has decided to implement a free travel concession for women and transgenders on KSRTC’s ordinary services starting June 15 under the scheme ‘Priyadarshini’. The initiative, applicable to all women and transgenders regardless of age or financial status, will add an annual financial burden of ₹750-₹800 crore for KSRTC.