Ramesh Chennithala

The UDF government has ordered a re-investigation into a KSU black flag protest against Veena George. The decision follows a petition by KSU activists who were arrested on charges of attempted murder and armed assault.

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala is upset over a department letter that assisted a BJP councillor accused by KAAPA in securing leave. The letter, sent to Sugathan, outlined methods to avoid disqualification despite rejecting his request for an escort parole to attend a council meeting in Thiruvananthapuram.

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.

Tushar Gandhi urges the Kerala government to quash cases against student protesters. In a letter to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan and Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala, he criticizes the prosecution of students under a Congress-led administration.

The Kerala government is considering withdrawing cases related to NEET protests, though the Home Minister warns that cases involving serious criminal offenses may not be dropped. Ramesh Chennithala, a political figure, highlighted this development.

Kerala’s UDF government has cleared Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of corruption charges in the Punarjani foreign fund case. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala criticized the previous LDF government's case against Satheesan as politically motivated.

Kerala Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala is investigating a case involving a Vedan meet that supported student protests. The event, which included activists and celebrity rapper Hirandas Murali, led to police charging one organizer and 99 participants with unlawful assembly and obstruction of a public way.

Kerala is testing drone surveillance at Viyyur central prison, featuring AI-powered surveillance, thermal imaging, and automated monitoring. Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala reviewed the pilot project, with plans for a phased rollout to other prisons.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.