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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.
AAP holds protest near BJP's headquarters, demands Delhi CM Kejriwal's release
AAP leaders and workers staged a protest near the BJP's headquarters on DDU Marg demanding the release of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, currently in CBI custody related to the Delhi government's excise policy. Kejriwal had been earlier arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a money-laundering case linked to the same policy, with bail granted by a trial court later stayed by the Delhi High Court.
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.
Arvind Kejriwal gets bail in Delhi liquor policy case; AAP leaders celebrate, say 'big slap on face of opponents'
AAP leaders and workers on June 20 celebrated in Chandigarh after the Rouse Avenue Court granted bail to Delhi CM Kejriwal. The court granted Arvind Kejriwal's regular bail in a money laundering case related to the Delhi Excise Policy. "...
BJP stages protest over Delhi water crisis, slams AAP govt
Delhi BJP leaders and workers took out protest marches on Wednesday across the national capital over the water crisis in the city, and slammed the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva took part in the protest at Andrews Ganj, where he was accompanied by New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj. He attacked the AAP government, saying its free water scheme has proved to be a "sham".
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.
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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."
"AAP contributed in downsizing BJP in Lok Sabha," Party leaders say in post-election analysis meeting
"We were moving forward with two objectives. Our first objective was to bring down the Modi government and our second objective was to get the maximum number of seats for the AAP. Today, the seats that the BJP has lost, you people have laid the foundation for them in Ramlila Maidan with your struggle," Rajya Sabha MP Sandeep Pathak said in the meeting that was also attended by the party's volunteers.
Three in running for opposition leader's post in Delhi Assembly
With Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, the Leader of Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, being elected to the Lok Sabha from South Delhi, the BJP must select a replacement from its remaining seven MLAs in the 70-member House. Potential candidates include Mohan Singh Bisht, Ajay Mahawar, and Vijender Gupta.The new Leader of Opposition is expected to serve for approximately six to seven months ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.
Delhi excise case: Over Rs 1,100 crore laundered, alleges ED in supplementary charge sheet
A Delhi court on Monday extended till July 3 the judicial custody of BRS leader K Kavitha in a money laundering case linked to the alleged excise scam. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja extended the custody after Kavitha was produced before the court in pursuance of its earlier order issuing a production warrant against her.
AAP leader Sanjay Singh demands ban on exit polls
Aam Aadmi Party leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh demands ban on exit polls in India, calling them inaccurate and a means of influencing public opinion and election outcomes.
Kejriwal hugs children, touches parents' feet before surrendering at Tihar jail after bail ends
Kejriwal's wife Sunita, son Pulkit and daughter Harshita also accompanied him for his surrender. Sharing visuals of the family's last moments together, the AAP wrote in a post on X, "Bharat Mata's brave son Arvind Kejriwal ji took blessings from his parents and hugged his children before going to jail to save democracy. Kejriwal will not bow down to dictatorship."
Excise case: Delhi court extends Manish Sisodia's judicial custody till July 3
A Delhi court on Friday extended till July 3 the judicial custody (JC) of AAP leader Manish Sisodia in a money laundering case related to the alleged excise scam. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja extended Sisodia's remand after he was produced before the court through video conference from jail on expiry of the judicial custody granted earlier.
In Punjab, drug problem 'exists even today, increasing', says Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi, addressing a rally in Ludhiana, highlighted the Congress's promises for Punjab, including the Mahalakshmi scheme and farm loan waivers. He also emphasized the need for strict action against the drug problem in Punjab, which he said was increasing. Gandhi criticized the BJP government, accusing it of wanting to change or scrap the Constitution if it wins the election and of benefiting big businesses at the expense of small traders and businesses. He also criticized the Agnipath scheme, calling it an insult to the army, and promised to repeal it if Congress comes to power.
Delhi Court summons AAP's Atishi in a defamation suit by BJP leader; asks her to appear on June 29
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court summoned AAP leader Atishi Marlena in a defamation suit filed by BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The suit alleges that Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi accused the BJP of attempting to lure AAP MLAS and bribe them to switch parties. BJP's Bansuri Swaraj stated that Kejriwal's January 27, 2024 tweet is defamatory.
Delhi court refuses to summon Arvind Kejriwal in defamation case by BJP leader
Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Tanya Bamniyal, however, summoned AAP leader Atishi, saying "prima facie" there was sufficient evidence against her in the matter. The judge directed Atishi, a minister in the Kejriwal cabinet, to appear before the court on June 29. BJP leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor had filed a case against Kejriwal and Atishi over poaching allegations made by the two.
If Bibhav gets bail, he would be a threat to me and my family: Swati Maliwal
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal expressed concerns about her safety if Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's close aide, Bibhav Kumar, is granted bail. She alleged that Kumar assaulted her during a meeting at the CM's residence.
Maliwal 'assault': Police considering adding IPC section for destruction of evidence against Bibhav
Delhi Police considers adding destruction of evidence section in case of CM Arvind Kejriwal's ex-aide's arrest, amid AAP-BJP clash. Former DCW chair Swati Maliwal alleges aide deleted incriminating CCTV footage from CM's residence, leading to arrest of Bibhav Kumar. Police may take Bibhav to Mumbai for missing phone data, to be retrieved with forensic help.
AAP leaders once sought justice for Nirbhaya, today they are supporting an accused: Swati Maliwal
Swati Maliwal, an AAP Rajya Sabha MP, accuses her party of supporting an accused of assaulting her to frame Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in a fake case.
To save a goon, the entire party has questioned my character: Swati Maliwal after AAP denies any wrongdoing
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal accused her party of questioning her character to protect a "goon," following allegations made against her. This statement came after party leader Atishi dismissed Maliwal's allegations as part of a "BJP conspiracy." Maliwal asserted that the party had initially accepted the truth but later reversed its stance under pressure. She claimed that the individual in question was threatening the party and roaming around seeking shelter.
Excise scam: HC lists for July 11 Arvind Kejriwal's plea against ED summons
The Delhi High Court listed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's petition challenging the summonses issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in the money laundering case linked to the excise policy for a hearing on July 11.
BJP leader Arvind Singh Lovely strongly condemns Swati Maliwal's alleged assault incident, calls it "Shameful"
Speaking to ANI, BJP leader Arvind Singh Lovely said, "If this incident has happened and Swati Maliwal has been treated like this, then it is condemnable and shameful. This is not the first incident... Those who talk about giving guarantees to the whole country cannot guarantee women's safety in their own homes. This raises questions on the administration."
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to hold meeting with AAP leaders on Sunday, say party sources
Arvind Kejriwal to hold crucial meeting on Sunday at his residence to discuss Lok Sabha polls. Interim bail granted till June 1 in money laundering case, linked to excise policy scam. Kejriwal to surrender on June 2.
Excise policy case: Delhi HC grants more time to ED, CBI to file reply on Manish Sisodia's bail petitions
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday granted more time to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to file their replies to the bail pleas filed by Deputy Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia, challenging the trial court order refusing him bail in the excise policy case.
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