Kochi, Oct. 12 -- Former Keralam Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday submitted 4 sets of appeals to the Kerala High Court Division Bench, challenging the latter's verdict to register a case against him and former Public Works Department Minister PA Mohammed Riyas in connection with the controversial monthly payment or "Masappadi" case.

The court issued the directive while considering a plea seeking a detailed investigation into allegations of illegal monetary transactions between a private mining firm and high-profile political leaders and entities.

The appeal points out that the court didn't issue notice or hear the accused in the proceedings, and the mandate overrides the executives' jurisdiction. The appeal also demands leave t...