Kerala Governor to meet state ministers over pending bills
1 year, 10 months ago

Kerala Governor to meet state ministers over pending bills

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan is expected to meet four ministers of the state government on Thursday evening to discuss some of the bills pending before him for approval, an official source said. The ministers who will be meeting the Governor are Law Minister P Rajeeve, Higher Education Minister R Bindu, Cooperation Minister V Vasavan and Sports Minister V Abdurahiman, the source said. Kerala Animal Husbandry Minister J Chinchurani had already met Khan to discuss certain bills, the source said. Of the several bills pending approval of the Governor, the prominent ones are the Lok Ayukta Amendment Bill and the University Laws Amendment Bills.

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Siddaramaiah replaces Governor as Chancellor of Karnataka State Rural University
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Siddaramaiah replaces Governor as Chancellor of Karnataka State Rural University

India Today  

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will take over as the Chancellor of the Karnataka State Rural and Panchayat Raj University, a role previously held by the Governor. The Cabinet in September had approved a bill Karnataka State Rural Development and Panchayat Raj draft Bill-2024, curtailing the Governor's powers in appointing the Vice-Chancellor for the university. Patil also announced that in a …

Governor-government spat hits TN universities: academicians
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Governor-government spat hits TN universities: academicians

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The fresh controversy that has erupted between Governor RN Ravi and Chief Minister MK Stalin over the Tamil anthem and the subsequent skipping of convocations of state universities by higher education minister have left academicians worried. After assuming office as higher education minister, Govi Chezhiaan in a media interaction said measures will be taken to resolve differences between state …

Chancellor should be ‘elected CM’, not ‘selected’: Punjab CM Mann
5 months ago

Chancellor should be ‘elected CM’, not ‘selected’: Punjab CM Mann

The Hindu  

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Thursday stressed that a Chancellor of State-run universities should be an “elected Chief Minister” rather than “selected”, a remark which was referred to the State Governor. His statement came after the President returned a Punjab Bill that seeks to replace the State Governor with the Chief Minister as the Chancellor of State-run universities without …

President withholds nod to Milma bill, dealing setback to Kerala government
9 months, 2 weeks ago

President withholds nod to Milma bill, dealing setback to Kerala government

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM : In a major setback for the state government, President Droupadi Murmu has withheld assent to the Kerala Co-operative Societies Amendment Bill 2022. After sitting on eight bills passed by the assembly, Khan had referred seven of them for the President’s consideration, while giving his assent only to the Kerala Public Health Bill, in November last year. Of the …

Nitish’s unscheduled meet with governor amid rift with Lalu
11 months ago

Nitish’s unscheduled meet with governor amid rift with Lalu

New Indian Express  

Nitish also reportedly inquired about the governor’s availability following an impending cabinet expansion expected ahead of the assembly’s budget session. Last week, Nitish shuffled the departments of two RJD ministers, including education minister Prof Chandrashekhar and gave additional charge to another minister. JD ’s political advisor and spokesperson KC Tyagi said his party had received invitation from Congress to take …

Unseemly turn: The Hindu Editorial on Raj Bhavan’s relations in Kerala
1 year ago

Unseemly turn: The Hindu Editorial on Raj Bhavan’s relations in Kerala

The Hindu  

The conflict between the Governor and the Left Democratic Front government in Kerala has turned unseemly. Raj Bhavan’s relations with regimes other than those run by the Bharatiya Janata Party have been quite testy in recent years, and the problem is quite acute in Kerala. The issue arises from sharp political and ideological differences, as appointees in Raj Bhavan have …

Kerala Governor is capable of ensuring law and order in the State, says Kerala BJP president K. Surendran
1 year ago

Kerala Governor is capable of ensuring law and order in the State, says Kerala BJP president K. Surendran

The Hindu  

Bharatiya Janata Party State president K. Surendran has said that there is no need for President’s rule in Kerala as Governor Arif Mohammed Khan is capable of ensuring law and order in the State. Reacting to reports that the Governor’s ongoing spat with the Left front government is aimed at paving the way for President’s rule in Kerala, Mr. Surendran …

Kerala governor on ‘defamatory’ poster in university: 'Can't happen without CM's direction'
1 year ago

Kerala governor on ‘defamatory’ poster in university: 'Can't happen without CM's direction'

Hindustan Times  

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Sunday launched yet another frontal attack at chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan saying the latter's "deliberate" actions "precipitate the breakdown of constitutional machinery" in the state. The latest salvo came in reaction to the SFI's move to put up black posters and banners outside the Calicut University guest house, where Khan had been staying. "Governor …

Kerala CM demands Union Govt to examine the propriety of Governor Khan’s actions
1 year ago

Kerala CM demands Union Govt to examine the propriety of Governor Khan’s actions

The Hindu  

Accusing Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan of attempts to create maximum provocation in every issue, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that the Union Government should examine the propriety of the Governor’s repeated breaches of protocol. The Governor often forgets the position that he occupies now, and makes comments unbecoming of that position,” said Mr. Vijayan. Though the panel provided by …

Kerala Governor Clears 1 Pending Bill
1 year ago

Kerala Governor Clears 1 Pending Bill

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has approved one of eight pending bills passed a while ago by the state legislative Assembly, at a time when the Supreme court is considering the government’s plea alleging inordinate delay by Raj Bhavan in clearing legislation. While the Governor gave his assent to the significant public health bill, he has reserved seven bills, …

Re-adopted Bills only seek to take away T.N. Governor’s power to appoint Vice-Chancellors
1 year ago

Re-adopted Bills only seek to take away T.N. Governor’s power to appoint Vice-Chancellors

The Hindu  

Contrary to the popular perception that the Bills, re-adopted by the Assembly last week, stand for replacing Governor with Chief Minister as Chancellor, perusing the text of the Bills reveals that they do not disturb the status of Governor as Chancellor. The Bills only seek to take away the power of the Governor with regard to appointment of Vice-Chancellors and …

Kerala moves Supreme Court against Governor for the second time in two weeks
1 year, 1 month ago

Kerala moves Supreme Court against Governor for the second time in two weeks

The Hindu  

Kerala on November 8, 2023 moved the Supreme Court for the second time against Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, accusing him of trying to “defeat the rights of the people” of the State by indefinitely sitting on crucial Bills, especially those addressing post-COVID public health concerns. “The conduct of the Governor in keeping Bills pending for long and indefinite periods of …

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, Supreme Court says
1 year, 1 month ago

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, Supreme Court says

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday expressed acute displeasure at Governors holding back key Bills, especially in Opposition-ruled States such as Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Telangana, until State governments approach the top court for judicial intervention. “Some of these Bills have been pending with him for over two years… When the Governor was told the State had approached the apex …

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, SC says on holding back of crucial Bills
1 year, 1 month ago

Governors should do a ‘little bit of soul-searching’, SC says on holding back of crucial Bills

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Monday expressed acute displeasure at Governors holding back key Bills, especially in Opposition-ruled States such as Punjab, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Telangana, until State governments approach the top court for judicial intervention. Advocate General for Punjab later clarified that three of the seven Bills were Money Bills, of which two have been recommended by the Governor …

Kerala Government moves Supreme Court against Governor Arif Mohammed Khan over pending Bills
1 year, 1 month ago

Kerala Government moves Supreme Court against Governor Arif Mohammed Khan over pending Bills

The Hindu  

The Kerala Government has sought a declaration from the Supreme Court that Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has “failed to exercise his Constitutional powers and duties” in holding the Bills passed by the State Legislature for a long and indefinite period. The Kerala Government argued that the Governor subverted the Constitution and acted in a manifestly arbitrary manner by keeping …

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan accuses Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of shirking his Constitutional duty to brief the head of State
1 year, 2 months ago

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan accuses Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of shirking his Constitutional duty to brief the head of State

The Hindu  

Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan fired the latest salvo in Raj Bhavan’s protracted legal and political battle with the Left Democratic Front government by accusing Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan of shirking his Constitutional duty of briefing the head of the State. Interacting with journalists on October 2, Mr. Khan said Mr. Vijayan “does not come to Raj Bhavan.” Instead, the …

West Bengal Governor appoints interim VCs to six State universities
1 year, 2 months ago

West Bengal Governor appoints interim VCs to six State universities

The Hindu  

With the West Bengal government still at odds with State Governor C.V. Ananda Bose over appointment of Vice Chancellors, the latter on Sunday appointed interim Vice Chancellors to six state-run universities. The appointment of interim Vice Chancellors by the Governor has become a flash point between the Raj Bhawan and the State government. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had threatened an …

West Bengal Governor indulging in dictatorial practices, bent on destroying universities, says Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

West Bengal Governor indulging in dictatorial practices, bent on destroying universities, says Minister

The Hindu  

The ongoing tussle between the Raj Bhavan and the West Bengal government touched a new low on September 4 with State’s Education Minister Bratya Basu accusing the Governor of behaving like a “court jester” and indulging in “dictatorial practices” in a bid to destroy universities in the State. The Minister’s scathing criticism came after the Governor appointed interim Vice-Chancellors to …

Bengal Governor to be acting V-C of 14 varsities; minister hints at legal steps
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengal Governor to be acting V-C of 14 varsities; minister hints at legal steps

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal governor C V Ananda Bose, who is the chancellor of all 31 state-run universities, has decided to assume the role of acting vice-chancellor of 14 varsities where the post is currently lying vacant, a move that is likely to further strain ties between the Raj Bhavan and Mamata Banerjee-led government. Ananda Bose In a statement, Raj Bhavan informed …

Governor appointing vice chancellors in arbitrary manner: West Bengal Education Minister
1 year, 3 months ago

Governor appointing vice chancellors in arbitrary manner: West Bengal Education Minister

The Hindu  

Amid growing differences between the state government and Raj Bhavan, West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu on Friday alleged that the governor is acting arbitrarily while appointing interim vice chancellors in state universities. The minister said the government will be "forced" to take the legal route if Governor C.V. Ananda Bose continues to unilaterally appoint VCs without the state's consent. …

Bengal governor takes charge as interim VC of state universities
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengal governor takes charge as interim VC of state universities

India Today  

Amid an ongoing row in Bengal over the norms of appointing vice-chancellors of state universities, Raj Bhavan on Friday issued a press release indirectly stating that the governor, Dr CV Ananda Bose, will remain interim VC of universities in Bengal where vacancies exist. “To provide them relief, Honorable Governor of WB in his capacity as the Chancellor has decided to …

Kerala Governor justifies 'withdrawing pleasure' from minister amid Tamil Nadu row
1 year, 5 months ago

Kerala Governor justifies 'withdrawing pleasure' from minister amid Tamil Nadu row

India Today  

At a time when Tamil Nadu Governor and CM MK Stalin are at odds over jailed minister's dismissal, Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan justified withdrawing pleasure from finance minister K N Balagopal last year. KN Balagopal had reportedly said during an event last year that those who come from places like Uttar Pradesh may find it difficult to understand the …

Punjab assembly approves Bill, CM to replace governor as chancellor of state universities
1 year, 6 months ago

Punjab assembly approves Bill, CM to replace governor as chancellor of state universities

India Today  

In a significant development, the Punjab Assembly has passed the Punjab Universities Laws Bill, 2023, which replaces the governor with the chief minister as the chancellor of state-run universities. The bill aims to address the differences that have arisen between the Bhagwant Mann-led government and Governor Banwarilal Purohit regarding the appointment of vice-chancellors for state universities. GOVERNOR'S ROLE AND CONSTITUTIONAL …

'Will not be allowed to appoint VCs': Punjab Assembly passes Bill to replace Governor from Chancellor's post
1 year, 6 months ago

'Will not be allowed to appoint VCs': Punjab Assembly passes Bill to replace Governor from Chancellor's post

India TV News  

The Punjab Universities Laws Bill, 2023, which aims to replace the Governor from the position of chancellor in all 11 state universities, was unanimously passed by the Punjab Assembly on Tuesday amid a conflict between the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab and Governor Banwarilal Purohit. "if they could not appoint V-Cs they would be letting down the mandate given …

T.N. Minister Ponmudy blames Governor Ravi for delay in holding convocations of universities
1 year, 6 months ago

T.N. Minister Ponmudy blames Governor Ravi for delay in holding convocations of universities

The Hindu  

Tamil Nadu Higher Education Minister K. Ponmudy on Thursday, June 8, 2023 blamed Governor-Chancellor R.N. To get today’s top stories from the State in your inbox, subscribe to our Tamil Nadu Today newsletter here According to him, 9,29,542 students from across 12 State-run universities, excluding Anna University, had not received their degrees owing to the delay in conducting the convocation. …

Without autonomy, Kerala universities will become govt department: Governor Khan
1 year, 8 months ago

Without autonomy, Kerala universities will become govt department: Governor Khan

Deccan Chronicle  

Nagpur: Without meaningful autonomy, universities in Kerala will be reduced to the status of a government department and their degrees will not be recognised outside the state or by the University Grants Commission, Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has said. Khan, locked in a tussle with the Kerala government over autonomy of universities, asserted he is trying to save the autonomy …

File weekly reports, follow do’s and dont’s: Bengal governor's letter to VCs
1 year, 8 months ago

File weekly reports, follow do’s and dont’s: Bengal governor's letter to VCs

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal governor C V Ananda Bose has asked vice-chancellors of all 31 state-run universities to submit weekly activity reports and follow a set of do’s and don’ts, state education department officials said. West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose The governor, who also is the Chancellor of all state-run universities directed the VCs to take “no action having major …

Governor calls VCs meet on April 3, vests financial power in acting registrars
1 year, 8 months ago

Governor calls VCs meet on April 3, vests financial power in acting registrars

Hindustan Times  

Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has called a meeting of vice chancellors of all state universities on April 3 at the Raj Bhawan to discuss the road map for higher education and find a way for its improvement, officials in his officer said. In another development, the Chancellor vested financial powers with the acting registrars in eight state universities so …

Bihar: Governor calls university vice chancellors meet on April 3
1 year, 8 months ago

Bihar: Governor calls university vice chancellors meet on April 3

Hindustan Times  

Bihar governor-cum-chancellor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has called a meeting of all the vice-chancellors of the state universities on April 3 at the Raj Bhawan to discuss the roadmap for higher education and find a way for its improvement. Bihar governor-cum-chancellor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar Arlekar, who was appointed as the 31st governor of Bihar in February by replacing Phagu Chouhan had …

Kerala CM asks Governor to clear 8 pending bills, including one to remove him as V-C of state universities
1 year, 10 months ago

Kerala CM asks Governor to clear 8 pending bills, including one to remove him as V-C of state universities

India Today  

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan wrote a letter to state Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, asking him to clear eight bills awaiting approval by Raj Bhavan. One of the bills that the LDF government has asked the Governor to clear seeks to replace him as the vice-chancellor of state-run universities. On December 13, 2022, the Kerala Assembly passed the University Laws …

Kerala Assembly Passes Bill for Removing Governor as Chancellor of Universities
2 years ago

Kerala Assembly Passes Bill for Removing Governor as Chancellor of Universities

News 18  

The Kerala Assembly proceedings on Tuesday saw high drama as it passed the bill to replace the Governor as the Chancellor of universities in the State and appoint eminent academicians in the top post, while the opposition UDF boycotted the House over non-acceptance of its suggestions regarding the bill. The opposition also said there need not be different chancellors for …

Kerala Assembly passes bills to remove Governor as Chancellor of universities
2 years ago

Kerala Assembly passes bills to remove Governor as Chancellor of universities

The Hindu  

The Kerala Assembly passed two University Law Bills to replace the Governor as the Chancellor of universities in the State on December 13, 2022. The legislation will enable the government to appoint academicians or “persons of eminence” in various fields of knowledge including agriculture and veterinary science, technology, medicine, social science, humanities, literature, art, culture, law or public administration. They …

Kerala Assembly approves Bill for removing Governor as Chancellor of varsities
2 years ago

Kerala Assembly approves Bill for removing Governor as Chancellor of varsities

Firstpost  

The bill was introduced in the House amidst the continuing tussle between Governor Arif Mohammed Khan and the Pinarayi Vijayan government over various issues, including the appointment of Vice-Chancellors of universities Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala Assembly on Tuesday passed the University Laws Bill to replace the Governor as the Chancellor of universities in the state and appoint eminent academicians in the …

Kerala Assembly Passes Bill To Remove Governor As Chancellor Of Universities
2 years ago

Kerala Assembly Passes Bill To Remove Governor As Chancellor Of Universities

Live Law  

The Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday passed a bill to remove Governor as the Chancellor of eight state universities.The University Laws Bill, 2022 seeks to amend eight Acts relating to different universities to remove Governor as the ex-officio Chancellor of the Universities and to empower the State Government to appoint a Chancellor. The Kerala Legislative Assembly on Tuesday passed a …

Explained | Kerala Government’s Bills to remove the Governor as Chancellor of State Universities
2 years ago

Explained | Kerala Government’s Bills to remove the Governor as Chancellor of State Universities

The Hindu  

The story so far: Kerala government has tabled University Laws Bills in the State Assembly to amend laws relating to the governance of State universities and remove Governor Arif Mohammed Khan as the Chancellor of State universities. Balagopal as he has “ceased to enjoy my pleasure.” Hon'ble Governor Shri Arif Mohammed Khan said:"The CM and Council of Ministers have every …

Bill removing Governor as Chancellor introduced in Kerala Assembly
2 years ago

Bill removing Governor as Chancellor introduced in Kerala Assembly

Deccan Chronicle  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The Left government in Kerala on Wednesday introduced the University Laws Bill in the Assembly to replace the Governor as the Chancellor of universities in the State and appoint eminent academicians in the top post, even as Opposition UDF contended that the move would downgrade varsities as mere "government departments". Law Minister P Rajeeve introduced the Bill in the …

'No logic': Congress on Kerala govt's move to bring Bill to remove Governor as chancellor
2 years ago

'No logic': Congress on Kerala govt's move to bring Bill to remove Governor as chancellor

India Today  

The Kerala Assembly met for a 10-day session on Monday to introduce the Bill to remove Governor Arif Mohammad Khan as the chancellor of deemed-to-be universities. The state government has amended the rules and regulations of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed-to-be-university in accordance with the University Grants Commission Regulations of 2019. The Opposition, in the Assembly, raised the question about the alleged …

University Bill to remove Governor as Chancellor based on Punchhi Commission recommendation
2 years ago

University Bill to remove Governor as Chancellor based on Punchhi Commission recommendation

The Hindu  

The recommendation of the Punchhi Commission on Centre-State Relations to refrain from “burdening the Governor with positions and powers which are not envisaged by the Constitution and which may lead the office to controversies or public criticism” has been cited by the government as a rationale behind removing the Governor as the Chancellor of State universities. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, …

Bill to amend university laws will not become law if it contravenes UGC norms: Governor
2 years ago

Bill to amend university laws will not become law if it contravenes UGC norms: Governor

The Hindu  

Governor Arif Mohammed Khan has hinted that the draft legislation that intended to replace him as the Chancellor of State universities could turn futile due to legal hurdles. He said any bill that contains provisions contravening the norms of the University Grants Commission could not become law even if it has been passed by the Legislative Assembly. Stressing on the …

Kerala Governor says ordinance seeking his removal as Chancellor \'infructuous\'
2 years, 1 month ago

Kerala Governor says ordinance seeking his removal as Chancellor \'infructuous\'

Deccan Chronicle  

Thiruvananthapuram/New Delhi: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Wednesday said the ordinance issued by the Left government seeking to remove him as the chancellor of universities has become “infructuous” now as the Assembly is summoned. A visibly irritated Khan also criticised the recent news reports of Raj Bhavan seeking extra vehicles from the government for the Governor's guests and asked …

Laws and rules: On LDF bringing a Bill to remove the Kerala Governor
2 years, 1 month ago

Laws and rules: On LDF bringing a Bill to remove the Kerala Governor

The Hindu  

The Left Democratic Front government in Kerala is bringing a Bill to remove the Governor, Arif Mohammed Khan, as the Chancellor of State-run universities after repeated run-ins with him. Mr. Khan chose to put on notice Vice-Chancellors of 11 of Kerala’s universities last month, shortly after the Supreme Court of India set aside the appointment of the VC to the …

Governors hold Chancellor office due to national consensus, says Kerala governor
2 years, 1 month ago

Governors hold Chancellor office due to national consensus, says Kerala governor

Deccan Chronicle  

KOCHI: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan on Monday said it was by way of a “national convention” and a “national consensus” that governors by virtue of their position hold the office of Chancellor and “not because of the sweet will of any state government.” Khan further said nepotism in university appointments cannot be allowed and that if Chief Minister Pinarayi …

Cabinet recommends Governor to convene Assembly session from Dec. 5
2 years, 1 month ago

Cabinet recommends Governor to convene Assembly session from Dec. 5

The Hindu  

The Cabinet has decided to recommend to Governor Arif Mohammed Khan that the seventh session of the 15th Kerala Legislative Assembly be convened from December 5. Though the State Cabinet had sent the ordinance seeking to remove the Governor as the Chancellor of all 14 universities in the State to Mr. Khan for his consideration, he is yet to take …

Kerala government sends ordinance to remove Governor as Chancellor of state-run universities to Raj Bhavan
2 years, 1 month ago

Kerala government sends ordinance to remove Governor as Chancellor of state-run universities to Raj Bhavan

India TV News  

CPI government vs Governor: The CPI-led Kerala government sent its ordinance, seeking the removal of the Governor as Chancellor from the state-run universities, to the Raj Bhavan for approval on Saturday. Further, Governor Khan's order was challenged by the state government which urged the High Court to stay the appointment. The decision was taken by the government after Governor Khan …

Amid Tussle, Kerala Removes Guv Arif Mohammed Khan As Chancellor of Deemed University
2 years, 1 month ago

Amid Tussle, Kerala Removes Guv Arif Mohammed Khan As Chancellor of Deemed University

News 18  

The Kerala government on Thursday removed Governor Arif Mohammed Khan as chancellor of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed university amid a huge row with the Pinarayi Vijayan-headed dispensation over the functioning of universities, including appointments of vice-chancellors. Khan’s removal comes amidst a massive face-off with the government over appointments of vice-chancellors and its announcement that it will come out with an ordinance …

Kerala government removes Governor Arif Mohd Khan as Chancellor of Kalamandalam deemed university
2 years, 1 month ago

Kerala government removes Governor Arif Mohd Khan as Chancellor of Kalamandalam deemed university

India TV News  

Highlights Kerala drops Guv Arif Mohd Khan as Chancellor of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed university LDF govt amended the rules of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed university to remove Governor The move comes amidst govt's ongoing tussle with Khan over functioning of universities The Left Democratic Front government today amended the rules of Kerala Kalamandalam deemed university to remove the Governor as its …

The Governor versus the government
2 years, 1 month ago

The Governor versus the government

The Hindu  

Injured egos are not rare in the cut and thrust of politics. As Chancellor of State universities, Mr. Khan had appointed her to the post, bypassing government nominees. Unleashing a full-blown attack against the LDF government, Mr. Khan alleged that the government had “initiated the process of the collapse of the constitutional machinery” by threatening him with dire consequences and …

Kerala Cabinet votes to bring in ordinance to remove Governor Arif Mohammed Khan as universities' chancellor
2 years, 1 month ago

Kerala Cabinet votes to bring in ordinance to remove Governor Arif Mohammed Khan as universities' chancellor

Firstpost  

The Kerala government is planning to replace the Governor with an ’educational expert’ as the Chancellor of universities in the state Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala cabinet-led by Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan Wednesday voted to bring in an ordinance or a special order to remove Governor Arif Mohammed Khan from the post of Chancellor of universities in the state. The war of …

Nepotism, Univ Appointments & Power Tussle: News18 Explains Deepening Kerala Guv vs Govt Row
2 years, 1 month ago

Nepotism, Univ Appointments & Power Tussle: News18 Explains Deepening Kerala Guv vs Govt Row

News 18  

The row between the Kerala government and governor Arif Mohammed Khan deepened on Wednesday, with state Higher Education Minister R Bindu declaring that the LDF government through an ordinance intends to replace the Governor with expert academicians as Chancellor of universities in the state. Upholding the verdict of Hon'ble SupremeCourt dt 21.10.22 in Civil Appeal Nos.7634-7635 of 2022Nos.21108-21109 of 2021) …

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