Congress party discipline
Congress Expels Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil Following Multiple Rape Accusations
Dec 04, 2025 06:00 pm CST
The Congress party has expelled Kerala MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after two women accused him of rape, with one alleging forced abortion. The 36-year-old legislator has been missing since November 28 when the first case was filed. The Thiruvananthapuram Sessions Court has denied his anticipatory bail request as police continue searching for him.
DK Shivakumar Firmly Rejects Karnataka Leadership Change Discussions, Warns Congress Workers
Oct 02, 2025 05:42 pm CST
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has issued a strong warning to Congress party workers against discussing potential leadership changes, emphasizing that such talk damages party unity. Following Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's assertion that he will complete his full five-year term, Shivakumar has declared the matter closed and threatened notices against those continuing these discussions, reaffirming both leaders' commitment to following the party high command's decisions.