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The Congress party is expected to announce its Chief Minister candidate for Kerala, ending days of speculation. This decision comes amidst public warnings to the Gandhi family regarding their choice for the top post.
The Congress party in Kerala faces a prolonged deadlock in selecting its next Chief Minister following the UDF's recent election victory, with various contenders vying for the position. The party's high command has intervened to resolve the impasse and finalize the leadership.
The tragedy for Satheesan, if he doesn't get the post, would be that he helped create the victory that made Venugopal possible. The danger for Venugopal is that everyone in Kerala knows it.
Actor-turned-politician Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, officially marking his transition from cinema to state leadership. His swearing-in ceremony and initial days in office were met with both public celebration and political controversies, including a dispute over the rendition of 'Vande Mataram'.
The AICC is assessing options for the Kerala Chief Minister post, with many MLAs supporting Venugopal and party workers backing Satheesan.
VD Satheesan is credited with successfully transforming a previously defeated political alliance in Kerala into a winning force, challenging traditional political norms regarding caste organizations.
Following the Congress-led UDF's historic victory in Kerala, discussions are underway regarding the next Chief Minister, with VD Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, and KC Venugopal emerging as key contenders.
Prime Minister Modi's BJP party secured a historic victory in the West Bengal state election, gaining control of the state and ending the Trinamool Congress's long-standing rule.
This article provides a profile of VD Satheesan, a five-time MLA from Paravur who leads the Kerala Opposition, highlighting his consistent electoral success since 2001.
VD Satheesan outlined the UDF's election strategy and promises for Kerala's future, expressing confidence in regaining power amidst political challenges.
Kerala's Leader of the Opposition, V.D. Satheesan, has publicly praised G. Sudhakaran as a 'just administrator,' noting he was the only LDF Cabinet member between 2006 and 2011 to avoid corruption allegations.
Satheesan seeks action against people responsible for violating the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) and demands strong monitoring mechanisms to prevent further breaches of the MCC
Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly, VD Satheeshan, has countered allegations of Congress having a 'communal ally' in the IUML, while also alleging a nexus between the BJP-ruled Centre and the CPM-led Kerala government.
V.D. Satheesan says claims that Veena George was assaulted at Kannur railway station are ‘nothing more than drama’ and that Speaker should not have become ‘part of such a conspiracy’
Satheesan has slammed the LDF government over a data leak incident and predicted a sweep for the UDF in central Kerala.
KC Venugopal, a confidant of Rahul Gandhi and veteran of student politics, is reportedly a frontrunner in the race for Kerala's Chief Minister. Other senior leaders like Ramesh Chennithala and V D Satheesan are also contenders for the position.
The Congress party is deliberating whether to accept support from the IUML for VD Satheesan, concerned that it could provide ammunition for the BJP's accusations of appeasement.
The selection of Kerala's next chief minister remains undecided as the Congress high command deliberates between K C Venugopal, V D Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala, with lobbying intensifying for the top political post.
The Indian National Congress party is in the process of selecting the next Chief Minister of Kerala, with three senior leaders — V D Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, and KC Venugopal — currently in the running and engaging in political discussions in Delhi.
Congress leader VD Satheesan stated that political leaders need to understand the vocabulary of Generation Z to effectively communicate with younger demographics.
Political observers are speculating on who will be the next Chief Minister of Kerala, with names like VD Satheesan, KC Venugopal, and Ramesh Chennithala being discussed.
V D Satheesan, a prominent Congress leader in Kerala, has transitioned from Leader of Opposition to a central figure within the United Democratic Front (UDF).
Exit polls for several Indian state elections, including West Bengal, Assam, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala, were released, predicting varied outcomes such as a potential BJP sweep in West Bengal and Assam. Following these predictions, the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal expressed skepticism and maintained vigilance outside strong rooms where votes were stored.
The high-stakes election campaign in Kerala is marked by a feud between 'comrades' and 'former comrades', as well as LoP Satheesan challenging Vijayan by leveraging anti-incumbency sentiment.
Kerala Congress leader VD Satheesan has accused the CPI(M) and BJP of a secret deal to defeat the UDF in ten seats during the upcoming elections, an allegation both parties have denied.
Kerala's Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan has dismissed reports of internal discord within the Congress party regarding seat-sharing for the upcoming state elections, stating the process was completed smoothly.
The CPI, which won the seat in the maiden contest in 1957, emerged victorious the last time in 1996. Since then, it has been V.D. Satheesan all the way. This time, the Left party is fielding E.T.
Kerala Minister Ganesh Kumar's wife, Bindu Menon, has accused him of infidelity, stating she caught him with another woman, prompting the Opposition to question the police's failure to process her distress call.
Opposition leader V.D. Satheesan has questioned the Left Democratic Front's (LDF) 'last minute' decision regarding the J.B. Koshy report.
V.D. Satheesan, a leader of the United Democratic Front (UDF), announced that the party is committed to finding a lasting solution to the escalating human-animal conflict in India.
As the Congress leadership delays its decision on the next Chief Minister of Kerala, social media is abuzz with memes and online polls. V.D. Satheesan, who led the UDF campaign, is a popular choice online, with many urging a swift resolution.
Prominent Nigerian figures, including the Ooni of Ife and Governor Aiyedatiwa, celebrated Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti on his 100th birthday, recognizing him as a symbol of wisdom and moral leadership.
Rahul Gandhi is reportedly advocating for KC Venugopal to become the Chief Minister of Kerala, leading to a political standoff. Sources indicate Gandhi met Venugopal privately to discuss the matter, placing him between Venugopal and Satheesan.
AICC observers have consulted Kerala Congress MLAs regarding the Chief Minister post following a UDF victory, with VD Satheesan, Ramesh Chennithala, and KC Venugopal emerging as top contenders.
Congress leader VD Satheesan states that the LDF has become the "extreme Right," positioning his party as the "Nehruvian Left" in Indian politics.
The competition for the top leadership position within the Congress party in Kerala is intensifying among Satheesan, Venugopal, and Chennithala, following a significant electoral victory.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a historic mandate in the 2026 Assembly elections, achieving an absolute majority in Assam for the first time and making significant gains in West Bengal. While Mamata Banerjee's party retained power in West Bengal, the BJP's performance marked a notable shift in the political landscape of both states.
Early political analysis for the 2026 Kerala assembly elections is focusing on prominent candidates, including K Surendran leading the BJP challenge and VD Satheesan. Key constituencies like Paravur are also being highlighted as crucial electoral battlegrounds.
Kerala Leader of Opposition V. D. Satheesan stated in an interview that the CPI(M) is destined to meet the same fate as in Bengal, while predicting the BJP will not win a single seat in the upcoming elections.
BJP leader Sobha Surendran has dismissed allegations by Opposition Leader V.D. Satheesan of a secret deal between the BJP and CPI(M) in the Kerala Assembly polls, attributing Satheesan's remarks to his party's fear of defeat.
Speaking at Kochi airport on his return from Delhi, Satheesan says the party has already cleared 95 names, which will also be released later in the day
Opposition leader dismisses speculation over Sudhakaran’s Facebook post; declares more surprises are in store
V.D. Satheesan announced that the United Democratic Front's (UDF) seat-sharing discussions are nearing completion, indicating progress in their electoral preparations.
He says United Democratic Front will continue its black-flag protests against the Minister and the Communist Party of India (Marxist)’s threats of violence will not deter the Opposition