 | Economic impact of demonetisation was not examined by SC: Kerala FinMin KN BalagopalThe SC verdict was an academic exercise. |
 | Kerala fiscal crisis: FM's statement & sifting the grain from the chaffKerala has been experiencing a perpetual and acute fiscal crisis and the crisis is multi-dimensional. |
 | 'Not right to comment on letter written to CM': Kerala FM on Governor's demand to sack him"A minister who deliberately violates the oath and undermines the unity and integrity of India cannot continue to enjoy my pleasure," the Governor said in his letter on Tuesday. |
 | Kerala opposition extends support to CM amid Governor's move seeking resignation of FMState Congress vice president VT Balram alleged that the Governor has been trying to utilise powers that he doesn't enjoy. |
 | 'FM Balagopal has ceased to enjoy my pleasure', says Kerala Governor; CM denies chargeGovernor Arif Mohammed Khan in his letter said that the statements of Balagopal criticising him were nothing short of a violation of the oath that he had administered to the minister. |
| Higher education sector in Kerala to undergo extensive modernisation: KN BalagopalFour science parks featuring cutting-edge technology and science research facilities will come up in the state at a cost of Rs 1,000 crore. |
| Despite cash crunch worry, Kerala to host global peace meetThe global peace meet announced in the state budget for 2022-23 will soon be a reality. |
| Day after Pinarayi’s GST relief, FinMin Balagopal says conditions applyThere was no immediate plan to legislate on GST and legally exempt traders from paying SGST, the state’s share of GST, he said. |
| Exclude borrowings of state entities in debt of state government: Kerala FM to Union FMRaising concerns over Centre regarding fixing of states net borrowing ceiling, Balagopal has contended that liabilities of state instrumentalities do not come within the definition of state debt. |
 | Will give necessary support for development of talent pool: KN BalagopalThe government will provide all necessary support for the development of talent pool in the state, Finance Minister K N Balagopal has said. |
| KIIFB borrowings not Kerala’s direct liabilities: KN BalagopalThe explanation was in a statement tabled in the assembly. |
| Thiruvonam bumper lottery releasedThere will be one second prize of Rs 5 crore and 10 third prizes of Rs 1 crore each. |
| FinMin Balagopal vows to back pension firm, Opposition doubts itSatheesan said the Opposition had warned the government about OBBs much earlier. |
 | Opposition-ruled states demand extension of GST compensation period by five yearsAs the GST Council commenced here on Tuesday, the states have also cited a recent Supreme Court ruling that decisions made by the Council are not binding and states need not stick to them. |
| N Krishna Pillai a great playwright: KN BalagopalFoundation Chairman Panniyan Raveendran presided over the function. Dr Vineeth V S delivered a lecture on the play ‘Chenkolum Maravuriyum’ written by N Krishna Pillai. |
 | No more fuel tax cut in Kerala, it is Centre’s duty: Finance Minister BalagopalReiterates that state reduced tax in excess of proportionate drop |
| FinMin Balagopal claims credit for drop in fuel tax amountBut, the minister’s claim is misleading since the drop in sales tax revenue was a reflection of the cut made by the Centre. |
 | GST Council ruling will have influence on tax structure, Centre-state relations: FM BalagopalThe verdict upholds cooperative federalism and is welcome. |
| No need for cut, Kerala has not increased fuel tax in last six years: FinMin BalagopalTerming Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s comments misleading, Finance Minister K N Balagopal rejected his “request” to reduce tax on fuel. |
| Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal likely to be elevated in CPM cadreAccording to sources, general secretary Sitaram Yechury has asked Balagopal whether he's willing to move to Delhi to work at the party centre. |
