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Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, DK Shivakumar and many other Congress MPs and leaders were taken into custody after a sit-in outside PM Modi's residence
Congress leader K C Venugopal opposes new FCRA rules, calling them a 'systemic assault' on NGOs, seeking to stifle grassroots work, impose excessive burdens, and surveil operations, urging withdrawal.
The Kerala High Court dismissed an election petition challenging MP K C Venugopal's victory, citing a lack of valid cause of action.
Opposition members disrupted proceedings and walked out over proposed low tax rates for low-alcoholic beverages. They alleged this benefited liquor major Bacardi, prompting chaos when an adjournment motion was refused.
Following his Chief Minister designation, V D Satheesan met K C Venugopal to dispel rumours of discord, affirming party unity. They discussed cabinet formation, with the new government set to be sworn in on Monday.
Public sentiment and significant support from the Muslim League ultimately favoured V D Satheesan over K C Venugopal for the Kerala Chief Minister post.
The Congress has been engaged in hectic discussions since May 4, when the UDF secured a sweeping victory in the Assembly elections by winning 102 seats.
Congress leaders met in Delhi following their Assembly victory, with a Chief Minister decision anticipated soon.
Sandeep Varier's backing of K.C. Venugopal for Kerala Chief Minister caused backlash, leading to cancelled victory road shows in Trikaripur and internal party debate on WhatsApp.
With senior Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala agreeing to abide by the high command’s decision, the contest is now largely seen as being between AICC general secretary (organisation) K C Venugopal and Opposition leader in the 15th Kerala Assembly V D Satheesan.
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