Thrissur (Kerala), February 18 – Leader of the Opposition V. D. Satheesan strongly refuted Kerala Excise Minister M.B. Rajesh’s claim that the Opposition was consulted before extending bar operating hours, calling the decision "mysterious" and politically motivated ahead of elections.Satheesan...
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Thiruvananthapuram, February 18 – The Kerala government's decision to extend bar operating hours has triggered a major political and institutional controversy, drawing sharp criticism from opposition parties and influential Church bodies.The order, issued by the Excise Department, extends bar...
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Pathanamthitta (Kerala), February 18 The LDF government's decision to change the timings of bars in the state has been opposed by the Malankara Orthodox Church, which claimed it would destroy an entire generation, especially the youth of Kerala.On the other hand, LDF convener T P Ramakrishnan...
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