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Kerala CM-designate Satheesan seeks Chennithala blessings as Congress plots end of LDF rule

Kerala CM-designate Satheesan seeks Chennithala blessings as Congress plots end of LDF rule

Kerala CM-designate V D Satheesan visited senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala at his residence, calling their relationship “brothers” and saying he sought Chennithala’s blessings for the top role. Although scheduled for 10 am, the meeting slipped as Chennithala stepped out with party leaders, and Satheesan arrived around 12:30 pm after meeting Pinarayi Vijayan earlier. The discussion reportedly lasted about 45 minutes, with later talks held without other leaders present.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Chennithala skips CLP meet in Kerala after Rahul picks Satheesan as CM leader

Chennithala skips CLP meet in Kerala after Rahul picks Satheesan as CM leader

After Congress named V D Satheesan as Kerala chief minister, internal dissent quickly surfaced. Senior leader Ramesh Chennithala, who had been considered for the top role, told Rahul Gandhi that party norms and his seniority were overlooked. He then made the disagreement public by skipping the Congress Legislature Party meeting in Thiruvananthapuram where Satheesan was elected leader. K C Venugopal backed the high command’s decision, pledged full support to Satheesan’s government, and defended the party’s stance despite criticism online from supporters.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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BJP alleges Congress will run Kerala by remote control from Delhi after Satheesan pick

BJP alleges Congress will run Kerala by remote control from Delhi after Satheesan pick

The BJP has attacked the Congress’s choice of V D Satheesan as Kerala’s next chief minister, saying the decision was imposed from Delhi. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla claimed it points to a “remote-controlled” government, alleging internal family disputes within the Congress influenced the final selection, including Priyanka Gandhi opposing Rahul Gandhi’s preferred candidate.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Rahul Gandhi probes Kerala Congress leaders on Chief Minister picks after public advocacy

Rahul Gandhi probes Kerala Congress leaders on Chief Minister picks after public advocacy

Rahul Gandhi met Kerala Congress leadership to assess options for choosing the next Chief Minister. In the discussions, he asked for feedback on prominent contenders, with leaders indicating preferences among KC Venugopal, VD Satheesan, and Ramesh Chennithala. Meanwhile, the Indian Union Muslim League is set to share its viewpoint, adding another layer to the decision process amid ongoing public advocacy.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Kerala Congress CM choice still undecided Sunny Joseph after Kharge Rahul talks

Kerala Congress CM choice still undecided Sunny Joseph after Kharge Rahul talks

After meeting Congress leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul, Sunny Joseph says the party’s high command has not yet finalized the next Chief Minister of Kerala. With intense internal deliberations continuing over government formation, Joseph frames the decision as still under review, signaling that no name is locked despite high-level consultations. The Congress camp remains in flux as talks continue.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 10 May 2026
AICC scrambles in Kerala CM race as two rivals dig in ahead of Delhi meet

AICC scrambles in Kerala CM race as two rivals dig in ahead of Delhi meet

The AICC is in a tight spot over the Kerala CM post as frontrunners KC Venugopal and VD Satheesan refuse to soften their claims. With key talks underway in Delhi, protests have also erupted over allegations that MLAs are being pushed to back Venugopal. Satheesan reportedly wants the CM role or plans to stay out of the cabinet.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 8 May 2026

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Thrithala Election Result 2026 LIVE V T Balram edges ahead of M B Rajesh in early EVM rounds

Thrithala Election Result 2026 LIVE V T Balram edges ahead of M B Rajesh in early EVM rounds

Thrithala Assembly Election Result 2026 is underway as counting moves through the first EVM rounds. V.T. Balram has extended an early lead over M.B. Rajesh, with trends indicating the gap is widening as the pace of counting picks up. Watch for round-wise updates and official ECI winner data as results evolve in real time.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 4 May 2026
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