CPI(M)
Coverage of CPI(M) in the Nexus archive.
- RSS aims at weakening Left movement, says Vijayaraghavan
Vijayaraghavan claims RSS is weakening the Left movement and adversely affecting governance through Prime Minister Narendra Modi's rapid implementation of its agenda in areas like history, higher education, and literature.
- Basic facilities lacking in relief camps, says CPI(M) Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan
CPI(M) Kerala secretary M.V. Govindan criticized the Chief Minister for failing to coordinate effectively in relief camps, accusing him of prioritizing events like inaugurating jewelleries and attending banquets instead.
- Sivankutty accuses UDF govt. in Kerala of scapegoating official to divert attention from Congress-BJP deal on councillor Sugathan
CPI(M) leader Sivankutty accuses the UDF government in Kerala of scapegoating an official to divert attention from a Congress-BJP deal involving councillor Sugathan. The leader claims the 'rescue operation' for the BJP councillor was Congress's repayment of a debt for vote trading in recent elections.
- Kerala CM Satheesan’s chopper journey draws flak from CPI(M)
Kerala CM Satheesan flew by helicopter from Thiruvananthapuram to Kochi to visit his father-in-law undergoing treatment. CPI(M) criticized the journey, noting Satheesan had previously accused the LDF government of extravagance in helicopter use.
- Tamil Nadu Minister draws flak after offering prayers with draft Agriculture Budget at Tirupati
Tamil Nadu Minister R. Vinoth faced criticism for offering prayers with a draft Agriculture Budget at Tirupati. The budget is set to be presented in the Assembly on August 6, and CPI(M) MP Su. Venkatesan condemned the act, stating budget documents are not religious offerings.
- CPI(M) to initiate legal and political action against clean chit for Kerala CM in Punarjani funds case
CPI(M) plans legal and political action against the clean chit granted to Kerala CM in the Punarjani funds case. The party's Ernakulam district secretary, S. Sathish, criticizes Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala's public announcement as unprecedented, alleging evidence exists that V.D. Satheesan solicited foreign funds for the project.
- CPI(M) opposes Kerala UDF govt’s clean chit to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan in Punarjani foreign fund case
CPI(M) opposes the Kerala UDF government's decision to clear Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of allegations in the Punarjani foreign fund case. M.V. Govindan argues that the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act prohibits public officials and political figures from soliciting foreign funds, citing a video of Satheesan seeking money from conference delegates sponsored by Manappat Foundation.
- Reports of CPI(M) forming temple committee baseless, says Jayarajan
CPI(M) leader Jayarajan denied media reports about the party forming a temple committee, calling the claims part of a 'deliberate misinformation campaign' against CPI(M). The statement attributes the reports to a coordinated effort to mislead.
- CPI(M) condemns Delhi Police action at party headquarters, seeks withdrawal of cases against student protesters
CPI(M) condemns Delhi Police's action at its headquarters, alleging an attempt to suppress democratic dissent, and demands the immediate withdrawal of criminal cases against student leaders and peaceful protesters.
- CPI(M)’s S.B. Raju elected Palakkad district panchayat president
S.B. Raju of CPI(M) was elected as Palakkad district panchayat president. T.M. Shashi vacated the position after being elected as an MLA from Alathur.
- CPI(M), PDP condemn killings by security forces in POK
CPI(M) and PDP have condemned the killings by security forces in POK, where 21 people were killed and dozens injured in an incident involving supporters of the Joint Awami Action Committee in Rawalakot on July 27.
- CPI(M) urges people to question MLAs on poll promises in Andhra Pradesh
CPI(M) in Andhra Pradesh is urging people to question MLAs about unfulfilled election promises, including drought relief for farmers, higher tobacco procurement prices, and the removal of protest restrictions. The party accuses the coalition government of failing to implement most of its election assurances.
- CPI(M) review says ‘personalising’ campaign around Pinarayi Vijayan weakened political initiative in 2026 Kerala Assembly polls
CPI(M)'s Central Committee review criticized focusing the 2026 Kerala Assembly campaign on Pinarayi Vijayan, arguing it weakened political effectiveness by overshadowing efforts to expose Congress and UDF's 'reactionary, ruling class bias.'
- CPI(M) seeks high-level inquiry into tribal student’s death
CPI(M) has called for a high-level inquiry into the death of a tribal student. The incident has prompted political action from the party.
- Kerala MLA Sudhakaran alleges Congress-CPI(M) nexus in Alappuzha
Kerala MLA Sudhakaran alleges a Congress-CPI(M) nexus in Alappuzha. The claim suggests collusion between the two political parties in the region.
- Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation was inevitable, says Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan stated that Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation was inevitable. Leaders including Pinarayi Vijayan, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, K.C. Venugopal, and CPI(M) general secretary welcomed the resignation following nationwide student protests over the NEET question paper leak.
- Power crisis: CPI(M) announces candle light protest on July 26, Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph calls it 'politically motivated'
CPI(M) has announced a candle light protest on July 26. Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph criticized the move as 'politically motivated' and 'mistimed', stating that the public will reject it.
- CPI(M) to hold extended State committee meeting in Kozhikode to revitalise itself
CPI(M) is holding an extended State committee meeting in Kozhikode from September 13 to 15 to revitalize the party through organizational restructuring and improved public engagement, according to M.V. Govindan.
- Kerala CPI(M) leader P.K Sreemathy to file criminal and civil defamation cases over ‘fake pension’ campaign
Kerala CPI(M) leader P.K. Sreemathy is set to file criminal and civil defamation cases against the 'fake pension' campaign. The former Kerala Health Minister claims the misinformation has severely damaged her reputation built over five decades of public life.
- Wayanad debris slip: Priyanka Gandhi to visit Kalladi, meet injured victims on July 25
Priyanka Gandhi plans to visit Kalladi in Wayanad on July 25 to meet injured victims of a debris slip disaster that occurred on July 7. Her visit follows criticism from CPI(M) and BJP for not being present immediately after the incident.
- A namesake creates trouble for former Kerala Minister P.K. Sreemathi
A CPI(M) leader is accused of claiming a pension by falsely identifying as the wife of a former MLA. The confusion arises due to another P.K. Sreemathi, widow of former Kunnamkulam MLA P.R. Krishnan, who received the pension until 2020.
- CPI(M) warns of protest in A.P. if Dharmendra Pradhan does not quit
CPI(M) has warned of a protest in Andhra Pradesh if Dharmendra Pradhan resigns. Repeated examination paper leaks have caused student protests in Delhi, according to Srinivasa Rao.
- Court rejects bail for two more CPI(M) activists in ED attack case
A court has rejected bail for two CPI(M) activists involved in an Economic Offenses Wing (ED) attack case. The decision follows previous denials of bail in the same case.
- CPI(M) raises concerns over reported CJI remarks on student assault case
CPI(M) has raised concerns over reported remarks made by the Chief Justice of India (CJI) in a student assault case. The party is critical of the judiciary's handling of the issue.
- BJP threatens legal action over ‘false reports’ on Thrissur office
BJP denies claims from a former staffer as fabricated and threatens legal action. Congress calls for a court-monitored investigation, while CPI(M) organizes a protest march. The dispute centers on reports related to the Thrissur office.
- 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.
- INDIA bloc parties marching separately but striking together
The INDIA bloc parties are adopting the strategy of 'March separately, strike together,' a principle associated with late CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury. This approach emphasizes coordinated action while maintaining individual party identities.
- CPI(M) office-bearer, 200 others booked for blocking police officers
A CPI(M) office-bearer and 200 others were booked for blocking police officers. The incident involved multiple individuals being charged with obstructing law enforcement.
- CPI(M) leader M.B. Rajesh accuses UDF govt. of crippling local body development
CPI(M) leader M.B. Rajesh accuses the UDF government of crippling local body development. The claim centers on the impact of the UDF administration on local governance structures.
- CPI(M) to step up agitation seeking AIIMS at Kinalur in Kozhikode
CPI(M) is intensifying protests to establish an AIIMS in Kinalur, Kozhikode. Party MLA P.A. Mohamed Riyas plans to meet the Chief Minister and Health Minister to address the issue.
- Walk the talk on protecting tribal rights, CPI(M) tells CM Naidu
CPI(M) leader Srinivasa Rao urges the State government to participate in a Supreme Court case regarding the 1/70 regulation and replace G.O. 3. The party advises Chief Minister Naidu to take action on protecting tribal rights.
- Left MPs visit Jantar Mantar, demand Amit Shah's statement in Parliament over police action
Left MPs visited Jantar Mantar and demanded that Amit Shah address police actions in Parliament. CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP John Brittas criticized the government, stating there is a virtual martial law and police brutality against students.
- Martyrs' Day rally: Mamata calls for INDIA unity against BJP in Bengal, rules out return of TMC rebels
Mamata Banerjee called for unity under the INDIA bloc against the BJP in West Bengal during a Martyrs' Day rally, while ruling out the return of TMC rebels. Her remarks were interpreted as an appeal to TMC's INDIA bloc partners, despite an uneasy relationship in the state.
- CPI(M) condemns police action against Wangchuk, students
CPI(M) has condemned police action against Wangchuk and students. The statement highlights criticism of the police response involving these individuals.
- CPI(M) opposes introduction of Bill to give Vande Mataram legal protection, calls it unconstitutional
CPI(M) opposes the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks legal protection for Vande Mataram, arguing it violates constitutional provisions on the National Song's status. John Brittas filed a notice under Rule 67 challenging the bill's introduction.
- CPI(M) accuses governments of neglecting dalits, warns of protests for house site pattas
The CPI(M) accuses governments of neglecting dalits and warns of protests over house site pattas. The party is demanding house site pattas for the community.
- Worker’s death at Google data centre site sparks row
A worker's death at a Google data centre site has sparked a dispute. CPI(M) is seeking ₹50 lakh compensation for the worker's family.
- CPI(M) demands urgent rehabilitation of Polavaram project displaced families
CPI(M) is demanding urgent action for the rehabilitation of families displaced by the Polavaram project. The party claims that only about 20 per cent of the rehabilitation process has been completed.
- Prioritise State’s interests in Parliament, CPI(M) urges TDP and YSRCP MPs
CPI(M) urges TDP and YSRCP MPs to prioritize state interests in Parliament, emphasizing the need to address crises in tobacco, maize, mango, and aquaculture farming sectors by seeking solutions from the Union government.
- Kalaburagi: CPI(M) protests detention of Sonam Wangchuk, seeks Education Minister’s resignation
CPI(M) protesters in Kalaburagi demonstrated against the detention of Sonam Wangchuk and demanded the resignation of the Education Minister. They burned effigies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Mr. Pradhan and symbolically broke an earthen pot to protest the Union Government’s 'communal and fascist policies'.