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Congress may not project CM face for Haryana polls: Party in-charge for state
Congress leader Deepak Babaria indicated on Sunday that the party may not project a chief ministerial face for the Haryana Assembly polls slated to be held later this year. The Congress general secretary in-charge of Haryana exuded confidence that his party will win the polls with a big mandate and form its government in the state.
Delhi: Security heightened outside AAP headquarters ahead of their protest against CM Kejriwal's arrest
The authorities have ramped up security measures outside the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) headquarters in Delhi in anticipation of the party's protest against the arrest of their chief and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Saurabh Bhardwaj mentioned on Saturday that the coordination between national agencies such as the ED and CBI indicates that the Central Government wants to ensure that Arvind Kejriwal stays in jail.
Entire Ayodhya is waterlogged just after a single rainfall: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
Sanjay Singh, an Aam Aadmi Party MP, criticized the Centre for infrastructure failures across India after recent rainfall. He cited issues like water entering Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, collapse of the Atal Setu Bridge and Jabalpur terminal, and problems with the Bundelkhand Expressway. Singh also condemned the Delhi Airport Terminal 1 roof collapse, blaming corruption and BJP leadership. Meanwhile, Delhi's mayor acknowledged waterlogging issues but assured improvement efforts.
BJP hits out at AAP after waterlogging reported in several parts of Delhi
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized the Aam Aadmi Party-run Delhi government after several areas reported waterlogging following heavy rains early Friday. Poonawalla specifically pointed out waterlogging at Minto Bridge, a location the AAP had claimed to have fixed. "The BJP leader claimed that waterlogging was also reported from Minto Bridge which AAP had claimed to have fixed."
Arvind Kejriwal sent to 3-day CBI custody in Delhi excise policy case
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has sent AAP supremo and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to three-day Central Bureau of Investigation remand in connection with the Excise policy case. Kejriwal has been jailed since April for money laundering and is under investigation by the Enforcement Directorate. The Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 was retracted in July 2022.
Delhi Water Minister Atishi discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital
Delhi Water Minister and AAP leader Atishi was discharged from Lok Nayak Hospital on Thursday after being admitted due to health issues from her indefinite hunger strike. Atishi began her strike on June 22, demanding Haryana release Delhi's water share. The AAP claims Haryana is withholding 100 million gallons of water per day, impacting 2.8 million people. Though the hunger strike ended, AAP vows to continue pressing the issue in Parliament. Amid Delhi's high temperatures, water shortages have led residents to rely on tankers for daily needs.
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Arvind Kejriwal won't bow down, says Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann voiced strong support for AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday, emphasizing that Kejriwal will not bow down despite any atrocities committed against him. This statement followed the arrest of the Delhi Chief Minister by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in connection to a corruption case involving the alleged excise scam.
Arvind Kejriwal allowed medicines, home-cooked food and a 30-min meeting with wife Sunita during CBI custody
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was sent to three days of CBI remand by the Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi on Wednesday in connection with the Excise policy case. Vacation Judge Amitabh Rawat granted the remand period until June 29, 2024, after considering submissions from both sides.
Aam Aadmi Party MPs to boycott President Murmu's address in Parliament
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been sent to three days' Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) remand by the Rouse Avenue Court in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Following this development, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) announced that its Members of Parliament would boycott President Droupadi Murmu's address to the joint sitting of Parliament on Thursday.
Centre using CBI to frame Kejriwal, has discriminated the most against Delhi govt: Akhikesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav visited Delhi Cabinet Minister Atishi at LNJP Hospital, expressing concern for her health amid her hunger strike for Delhi's water supply. Yadav criticized the BJP-led Centre, alleging increased challenges for chief ministers and accusing the CBI of targeting opposition figures. He praised Atishi's courage in fighting for Delhi's issues, highlighting her efforts despite obstacles. Atishi, admitted to ICU after her hunger strike, was stable. Her strike, demanding water solutions, ended with hospitalization.
Arvind Kejriwal to remain in Tihar jail as Delhi HC stays trial court's bail decision
The Delhi High Court stayed a trial court's bail grant to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, arrested by the ED in a money laundering probe. The ED opposed his bail, alleging the trial judge overlooked critical evidence. The Supreme Court adjourned Kejriwal's plea against the HC's interim stay on bail to June 26, noting the unusual delay in the matter's resolution.
Bail order perverse, Arvind Kejriwal neck deep in money laundering: ED to Delhi HC
The Enforcement Directorate has accused the Delhi High Court of granting bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal due to "perverse" findings, as the trial court did not consider material demonstrating his involvement in money laundering linked to the alleged excise scam. The agency filed a written note seeking a stay on the trial court's decision, arguing that it suffered from a "jurisdictional defect" since it was not given a proper opportunity to argue its case.
Delhi excise policy case: On day of release, Arvind Kejriwal is jailed again
The Delhi High Court issued an interim stay on the trial court's decision granting bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi excise scandal. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) challenged the lower court's order, calling it "perverse" and alleging that the court did not properly consider their arguments or relevant evidence. The High Court's vacation bench, led by Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain, reserved its decision on the stay petition and stated it would announce its ruling within two to three days.
Trial court bail to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal had 'exposed' BJP's conspiracy, so ED challenged it in HC: AAP MP Sanjay Singh
AAP leader Sanjay Singh accused PM Modi of undermining justice system as Delhi HC halted a trial court's bail to CM Arvind Kejriwal in money laundering case. Singh claimed BJP's conspiracy, demanded apology. He criticized ED's challenge to the court order before its publication, alleging false evidence to target AAP.
Swati Maliwal writes to INDIA Bloc leaders, seeks time to discuss assault case
In a letter to INDIA bloc leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Sharad Pawar, the Aam Aadmi Party member complained she was subjected to "victim shaming and character assassination" for speaking up against the abuse.
People can do anything when they're angry: BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri on vandalization of Delhi Jal Board office
The ongoing water crisis in Delhi has led to widespread protests, vandalism, and political confrontations. The Delhi Jal Board office in Chhatarpur was vandalized by BJP workers, and BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri defended the damage, stating that it is natural and that people can do anything when they are angry. He accused the Aam Aadmi Party of corruption and demanded freedom from the government. AAP leader Atishi alleged that Bidhuri attacked the office with goons, claiming that the BJP is plotting to stop the water supply to Delhi from the Haryana government.
AAP leader Atishi accuses BJP's Ramesh Bidhuri, supporters of vandalising Delhi Jal Board office amid water crisis
While addressing a press conference in the national capital, Atishi said, "Delhi is currently facing severe heat. Even in this difficult time, the BJP has left no stone unturned, troubling the people of Delhi. The BJP is hatching a conspiracy against the people of Delhi. This conspiracy has three parts. The first part of this is to stop the water supply to Delhi from the BJP government of Haryana. Due to this not even a drop of water is left at the Wazirabad Water Treatment Plant."
Former Delhi minister Raaj Kumar Anand disqualified from membership of Delhi assembly
"He was given the date of June 10 for replying to the notice served to him but he did not reply. In the same notice, he was asked to be present physically on June 11 but he did not appear. He was given another chance to be physically present on June 14 but he did not come. His membership from the Delhi assembly has been terminated," Goel told PTI.
Supreme Court extends deadline given to AAP to vacate Rouse Avenue office
A vacation bench comprising justices Vikran Nath and Sandeep Mehta took note of the submissions of senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for the AAP and others, and extended the deadline till August 10.
AAP, Congress slam Centre over irregularities in NEET exam, demand investigation
Taking to X, AAP shared a video that described the NEET exam scam, "The National Testing Agency (NTA) released the scorecard of NEET UG results on June 4- the same day the counting of votes for the Lok Sabha was held. A total of 67 students secured rank 1 in the exam. Six students, among the candidates who achieved rank 1, have taken the exam at the same centre. Many students secured 720 out of 720 or 718 or 719 out of 720. The government that cannot able to conduct examinations transparently is corrupt."
AAP to go solo in Delhi Assembly polls, no alliance with Congress, confirms Gopal Rai
In the just concluded Lok Sabha elections, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) won all 7 seats of Delhi. PM Modi-led saffron party contested in all seven seats, while AAP fought on 4 and Congress 3 - Chandni Chowk, North East Delhi and North West Delhi. The AAP had fielded its candidates in East Delhi, West Delhi, New Delhi, and South Delhi.
Delhi court denies interim bail to Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for interim bail was dismissed by a local court on Wednesday. The court noted that his extensive poll campaigning indicated he wasn't seriously ill. The court also reactivated the AIIMS medical board to examine him and asked for medical tests to be conducted within three days. Kejriwal, arrested by the ED in March, had sought bail for medical tests and will have his regular bail plea heard on June 7. He returned to Tihar Jail on June 2 after campaigning for the Lok Sabha polls as per the Supreme Court's interim bail.
AAP office space allotment: Delhi HC asks Centre to take decision within six weeks
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday said the AAP is entitled to space for a party office here like other national political parties and asked the Centre to take a decision on the issue within six weeks. Justice Subramonium Prasad observed that national political parties have the right to one housing unit from the general pool in Delhi for office use on payment of licence fee until they have acquired land for constructing their own.
Lok Sabha elections 2024: A wake-up call for Aam Aadmi Party
The Lok Sabha election results served as a wake-up call for the Aam Aadmi Party, highlighting both successes and challenges. While AAP made gains in Punjab under the leadership of Bhagwant Mann, its performance in Delhi fell short despite a strong campaign focused on key issues.
Delhi HC seeks Centre action on AAP’s office case, says party is entitled to office space like others
Delhi High Court directs Centre to decide on AAP's request for office space within six weeks. AAP to vacate DDU Marg office by June 15. Court considers plea for land allotment on June 10.
BJP workers protest against AAP over Delhi water crisis, accuse govt of tanker mafia
BJP workers protested against Aam Aadmi Party over a water crisis in Delhi, accusing AAP of involvement with Tanker mafias. BJP leaders argued that AAP profits from selling water and exploits residents. Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva criticised AAP's mismanagement and claimed there is no water shortage. Delhi government filed a petition seeking additional water supply from neighboring states.
BJP alleges AAP's Balkar Singh engaged in inappropriate sexual conduct with woman seeking job; NCW calls for urgent probe
The National Commission for Women (NCW) expresses concern over allegations against Punjab MLA Balkar Singh of inappropriate sexual conduct, brought to light by BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga. Singh, a member of AAP, allegedly engaged in misconduct during a video call with a woman seeking employment.
Delhi HC reserves order on AAP's plea for allotment of space for party offices
The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on a plea by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) seeking office space from the Centre. A decision is expected on June 5 to temporarily accommodate the party until proper land allocation can be made. The hearing on land allotment is set for July 10. AAP argues for fair treatment as a recognised national party and is seeking a level playing field for office premises in New Delhi.
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