Pinarayi Vijayan
Coverage of Pinarayi Vijayan in the Nexus archive.
- Leader of the Opposition in Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan targets Prime Minister Narendra Modi over NEET irregularities; hits out at Centre for police crackdown on student protests in New Delhi
Pinarayi Vijayan, Leader of the Opposition in Kerala, criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi over NEET irregularities and the Centre's police crackdown on student protests in New Delhi. The Students’ Federation of India organizes a solidarity march in Kerala Lok Bhavan with the Cockroach Janata Party's youth protest.
- Kerala CM says former CPI(M)-led LDF govt had agreed to appoint non-Muslim members on Waqf Board
Kerala CM claims the previous CPI(M)-led LDF government agreed to include non-Muslim members on the Waqf Board. V.D. Satheesan accuses Pinarayi Vijayan of attempting to 'foment communal sentiments' against the Congress-led UDF government.
- Pinarayi Vijayan condemns arrest of Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, says Centre ‘suppressing’ protest using force
Pinarayi Vijayan condemned the arrest of Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, accusing the Centre of suppressing protests using force. In a Facebook post, he cited news reports of 'a gang of thugs with lathis' attacking protesters alongside police.
- UDF stand on Waqf will sacrifice minority interests, says Pinarayi Vijayan
Pinarayi Vijayan stated that the UDF's position on the Waqf issue will sacrifice minority interests and negatively impact pending writ petitions in the Supreme Court.
- Political row over DYFI’s free meal distribution in Kerala govt hospitals continues to simmer
A political dispute in Kerala continues over the distribution of free meals in government hospitals by DYFI. Health Minister K. Muraleedharan accuses Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan of supporting efforts to appropriate public space under the guise of philanthropy.
- V.S. Achuthanandan death anniversary: Pinarayi Vijayan says former CM and communist leader remains ‘a blazing memory’
Pinarayi Vijayan honors V.S. Achuthanandan on his death anniversary, calling him a 'blazing memory' and noting his advocacy for people's causes and efforts to influence government actions.
- Pinarayi Vijayan expresses solidarity with protesters at Jantar Mantar
Pinarayi Vijayan, Kerala Leader of the Opposition, expressed solidarity with protesters at Jantar Mantar, stating the protests defend democratic rights and resist 'authoritarian rule of Sangh Parivar and Narendra Modi government'.
- 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 power cuts: Pinarayi Vijayan accuses UDF govt of poor planning
Kerala’s Leader of the Opposition, Pinarayi Vijayan, accuses the UDF government of poor planning regarding power cuts, claiming the LDF government avoided such issues in the past decade through advance steps.
- Kerala Waqf Board reconstitution: Pinarayi Vijayan accuses UDF govt of ‘surrendering to Sangh Parivar diktats’
Pinarayi Vijayan, the Opposition Leader, accuses the Kerala UDF government of betraying the state's secular society and minorities by reconstituting the Waqf Board in line with the Union government's Waqf (Amendment) Act. The allegations center on the state government allegedly surrendering to 'Sangh Parivar diktats' through this decision.
- Pinarayi Vijayan defends tunnel project clearances; blames administrative negligence for Wayanad disaster
Pinarayi Vijayan defends the tunnel project clearances and attributes the Wayanad disaster to administrative negligence. He claims the District Disaster Management Authority failed to issue a timely red alert despite heavy rainfall two days prior to the tragedy.
- Pinarayi Vijayan visits Wayanad debris slip site; meets injured in hospital
Pinarayi Vijayan visited the Wayanad debris slip site and met injured individuals in the hospital. Senior party leaders M V Govindan and M V Jayarajan accompanied him during the visit.
- Court denies bail to CPI(M) workers accused of assaulting ED officials
A court denied bail to 10 CPI(M) workers, including I.P. Binu, accused of assaulting Enforcement Directorate (ED) officials during a raid on the residence of Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan two months ago.
- Wayanad debris slip: Pinarayi Vijayan calls for urgent measures to pull out people trapped underground
A debris slip in Wayanad has trapped people underground, prompting Kerala's Leader of the Opposition, Pinarayi Vijayan, to call for urgent rescue measures. Vijayan also demanded a serious investigation into potential lapses in emergency response following the incident's casualties.
- Stake sale deal in Vizhinjam port detrimental to public interest, says Kerala Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan claims a stake sale deal in Vizhinjam port is detrimental to public interest. He requests the Securities and Exchange Board of India to examine Adani Ports' disclosures regarding a share purchase agreement for Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited.
- Adani-MSC Vizhinjam port stake transfer: Pinarayi Vijayan says Opposition to challenge legally and politically
Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan urges Kerala government to challenge Adani-MSC Vizhinjam port stake transfer legally and politically, demanding immediate action to protect the state's interests. The Opposition accuses the government of acting as a spokesperson for Adani Group.
- Pinarayi Vijayan alleges Finance Bill passed in violation of Assembly rules to benefit private liquor firms
Opposition Leader Pinarayi Vijayan accuses Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of passing the Finance Bill in violation of Assembly rules to benefit private liquor firms. The accusation includes claims of unnecessary haste and stubbornness in providing tax cuts to liquor companies.
- Kerala Assembly: Opposition LDF marks protest over non-disbursal of benefits under Sthree Suraksha Scheme
The Kerala Assembly's Opposition LDF protested over non-disbursal of benefits under the Sthree Suraksha Scheme. Despite the Speaker disallowing an adjournment motion, LDF continued participating in House proceedings after Pinarayi Vijayan registered the protest, deviating from the usual walkout practice.
- Kerala House Protocol Officer suspended after Pinarayi Vijayan stranded at Delhi airport
A Kerala House Protocol Officer was suspended after the Kerala Opposition Leader, Pinarayi Vijayan, was stranded at Delhi airport when his flight, booked by the protocol office, had already departed. He was forced to take a later flight to Kannur.
- Kerala’s ‘sea and sky’ all set to be privatised, says Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala’s ‘sea and sky’ are described as being set for privatisation, according to Pinarayi Vijayan. The Leader of the Opposition notes that the UDF came to power due to public demand for change but cautions that the new government's changes warrant examination.
- PM Modi owes an explanation to nation on Ayodhya Ram Temple donation embezzlement case: Pinarayi Vijayan
Pinarayi Vijayan, Kerala Leader of the Opposition, accuses PM Modi of needing to explain the Ayodhya Ram Temple donation embezzlement case. The allegations claim that individuals exploited people's faith for political gains and are now facing organized financial fraud accusations.
- ED plea in Kerala HC seeks cancellation of bail for accused in attack on its officials
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has approached the Kerala High Court to revoke the bail granted to Harish Kumar, the ninth suspect in an attack on ED officials during a raid on former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s residence in May. The Sessions Court had given bail to Kumar on June 24.
- Kerala liquor tax row: CPI(M) accuses CM Satheesan of making ‘incorrect’ statements, seeks clarification
CPI(M) accuses Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of making incorrect statements regarding a liquor tax proposal, while M.B. Rajesh rejects the claim that the proposal originated during the previous LDF government's tenure when M.V. Govindan held the Excise portfolio.
- ED asks Veena to appear for another round of questioning in CMRL pay-off case
Veena, daughter of Pinarayi Vijayan, is asked to appear before a Central agency on June 20 regarding a money-laundering investigation in the CMRL pay-off case.
- Kerala Revised Budget: Land Reforms 2.0 proposal opens up new political battle lines
Kerala's Revised Budget includes a Land Reforms 2.0 proposal that has sparked political debate. Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes it as an attempt to undermine historic land reforms initiated by the first Kerala government, which he describes as central to the state's developmental model.
- Kerala Budget: Pinarayi Vijayan says UDF govt ‘rebranded’ LDF schemes, accuses it of promoting corporate interests
Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes the UDF government for rebranding LDF schemes in the Kerala Budget, claiming it lacks substantive new initiatives and favors corporate interests.
- T. Veena, daughter of ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, appears before ED for questioning in CMRL pay-off case
T. Veena, daughter of ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, appeared before the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for the first time in an investigation into alleged payments of ₹2.78 crore by CMRL to her defunct IT firm Exalogic without receiving services.
- CMRL pay-off case: Company MD Sasidharan Kartha’s son, wife appear before ED for questioning
The son and wife of Sasidharan Kartha, MD of a company involved in the CMRL pay-off case, appeared before the ED for questioning. Veena T., daughter of former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, was also asked to appear on June 17 as part of the investigation into Exalogic Solutions Private Limited and CMRL.
- Political journey of Pinarayi Vijayan: a timeline of key milestones
Pinarayi Vijayan began as a grassroots CPI(M) worker in Kannur and became one of Kerala’s most influential and longest-serving Left leaders.
- Lack of coordination in handling Nipah outbreak, alleges Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan
Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan accuses the Health Minister and Health department of poor coordination with the district administration during the Nipah outbreak. The criticism highlights alleged leadership failures in managing the public health crisis.
- Rahul Gandhi’s approach helping BJP, not strengthening INDIA bloc, says Kerala ex-CM Pinarayi Vijayan
Pinarayi Vijayan, former Kerala Chief Minister, claims Rahul Gandhi's approach is aiding BJP rather than the INDIA bloc. Gandhi refused to hug Vijayan during an INDIA bloc meeting due to an ongoing political dispute.
- Kerala Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan demands investigation into ‘defamatory’ remarks made by Major Ravi
Kerala Leader of the Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan demands an investigation into defamatory remarks made by Major Ravi. The remarks are alleged to be defamatory, prompting the call for an inquiry.
- CMRL pay-off case: Veena issued fresh summons
Veena, daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, has been issued a fresh summons by the Central agency, requiring her appearance in Kochi on June 17.
- Pinarayi Vijayan slams Centre over attacks on Indian sailors
Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes the Centre for attacks on Indian sailors. He calls for an end to subservience to the US and demands accountability.
- Leader of the Opposition in Kerala Pinarayi Vijayan refutes Major Ravi's claim that he attended actor Innocent's funeral with a huge convoy
The Leader of the Opposition in Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, refutes Major Ravi's claim that he attended actor Innocent's funeral with a large convoy. His office states the claim is factually incorrect and legal action will be taken against those spreading false content on social media.
- ED summons ex-Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter T. Veena for questioning in CMRL pay-off case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has summoned T. Veena, daughter of Pinarayi Vijayan, and Sasidharan Kartha, chairman and managing director of CMRL, along with senior company officials, for questioning in a pay-off case.
- Pinarayi Vijayan likens Revanth Reddy’s political temperament to Hitler over HYDRAA remark
Pinarayi Vijayan, in a Facebook post, accused Revanth Reddy of veneration of Adolf Hitler, claiming it reveals Reddy's 'Sangh Parivar past' and 'latent fascist impulses'. The remarks were made in response to HYDRAA-related comments.
- Political tensions escalate in Kerala’s Ambalappuzha as G. Sudhakaran targets CPI(M), Pinarayi Vijayan in provocative speech
Political tensions in Kerala's Ambalappuzha escalated as G. Sudhakaran criticized CPI(M) and Pinarayi Vijayan in a speech. Sudhakaran compared Vijayan to a 'drenched chicken,' suggesting he appeared subdued and ineffective.