Ramesh Chennithala
Coverage of Ramesh Chennithala in the Nexus archive.
- Taken serious note of HC observations on Dr. Ram, action if lapses found: Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has directed the State Police Chief to investigate potential procedural lapses in the handling of Dr. Ram's case following observations from the High Court.
- Death of BDS student Nithin Raj: Kerala Home Minister seeks report on 'flawed arrest' of accused Dr. Ram
The death of BDS student Nithin Raj has led Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to demand a report on the 'flawed arrest' of accused Dr. Ram. Chennithala ordered the State Police Chief to conduct a departmental inquiry into the reasons behind the flawed arrest.
- No rift between KSU, Kerala CM over govt pleader appointment: Ramesh Chennithala
Ramesh Chennithala denies a rift between KSU and Kerala CM over the appointment of a government pleader. The Home Minister states that any internal party grievances will be resolved through discussions.
- 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.
- Turn challenges into opportunities to succeed in life, Ramesh Chennithala tells students
Ramesh Chennithala advised students to turn challenges into opportunities for success. The Home Minister inaugurated Thrissur Corporation’s Vidyashree-2026 awards, and O.J. Janeesh highlighted the ‘Operation Toofan’ policing initiative.
- Operation Toofan: Kerala, Tamil Nadu join forces to boost anti-drug drive
Kerala and Tamil Nadu are collaborating on 'Operation Toofan' to enhance anti-drug efforts. Kerala's Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala met with Tamil Nadu's CM C. Joseph Vijay to seek support for the campaign.
- Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala will meet Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Wednesday to seek support for Kerala government's anti-drug enforcement drive, Operation Toofan.
- Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar extends support to Operation Toofan; meeting of south India DGPs on July 10
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar supports Operation Toofan and agrees to deploy additional police personnel along the Kerala-Karnataka border following a request from Ramesh Chennithala. A meeting of south India DGPs is scheduled for July 10.
- Fresh probe sought into death of former SNDP leader in Kerala
Maheshan’s wife petitioned Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala to appoint a new investigation team. Maheshan was found dead at Yogam union office in Kanichukulangara in June 2020.
- UDF will decide on low-spirit liquor tax policy, says Ramesh Chennithala
The United Democratic Front (UDF) is set to decide on a low-spirit liquor tax policy, according to Ramesh Chennithala, who clarified that there is no plan to close bars.
- Operation Toofan: Law will apply equally to film personalities and VIPs in drug cases, says Ramesh Chennithala
Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala announced that Operation Toofan will ensure equal application of drug laws to film personalities and VIPs. The operation targets alleged drug use at DJ parties, luxury hotels, and film-related gatherings, with a promise of strong enforcement.
- Govt. to cover medical expenses of injured police officers
The government will cover medical expenses for injured police officers. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala has directed the Kerala Police Welfare Bureau to release an initial ₹5 lakh each for their treatment.
- ‘Priyadarshini’ free bus travel scheme gets rousing start in Kerala’s Thrissur
The 'Priyadarshini' free bus travel scheme launched in Thrissur, Kerala, with Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala flagging off the event and calling it a 'golden moment' in the state's history.
- Kerala government considering comprehensive prison reforms: Ramesh Chennithala
The Kerala government is considering comprehensive prison reforms, including the possibility of establishing an additional central prison to address overcrowding. Plans to revise the Prison Manual and Prison Rules are also under discussion.