Rahul Mamkootathil led a victory rally in Palakkad after winning the Palakkad Assembly constituency seat, with the UDF retaining Palakkad by a record margin of 18,840 votes. The LDF also defended Chelakkara by 12,201 votes, with Congress’s Mamkootathil polling 58,389 votes in Palakkad and U.R. Pradeep of the CPI(M) winning in Chelakkara. The elections were marked by controversies, mudslinging, and high-level defections, with the Left retaining its stronghold in Chelakkara for the seventh consecutive time.
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PM in Maldives: PM Modi, President Muizzu hold talks; eye reset of ties after ‘India Out’ row
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to the Maldives aimed to restore bilateral ties strained by the "India Out" campaign and derogatory remarks from Maldivian officials. The discussions led to commitments including a $565 million credit, a free trade agreement, and the transfer of 72 vehicles to the Maldivian defense ministry, marking a significant diplomatic turnaround. Want More Context? 🔎
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