Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan is under investigation for allegedly inciting violence through his remarks during the Nava Kerala Yatra. A complaint filed by District Congress Committee President Muhammed Shiyas claims his speech encouraged attacks on protesters. The controversy has fueled calls for accountability and judicial review of the Chief Minister’s conduct.
The Supreme Court set to review a petition about reported voter numbers, raising concerns about potential discrepancies. The NGO Association of Democratic Reforms requested the Election Commission of India to disclose voting numbers and upload scanned copies of Form 17C. Various opposition parties are seeking transparency and accountability from the ECI. Opposition leaders highlighted significant discrepancies.
CPM has approached the Calcutta High Court, seeking the removal of Section 144 in Sandeshkhali to restore peace amid protests. The area has seen escalating tensions, with demands for the arrest of Trinamool Congress leaders and subsequent unrest. The party’s legal plea highlights the need to lift Section 144 and resume internet services to restore normalcy.