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Ahmedabad: AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday accused the Centre of selling India and its farmers to the US through the interim trade deal, and claimed that it is for the first time that the countrys interests in the agriculture sector have been compromised in such a manner. He expressed fear that Indias exports to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also
Chandigarh: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP-ruled Punjab chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday alleged that the opposition parties - Congress, Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the BJP had allowed the state to sink into narcotics, while, they claimed, the state AAP government is now mounting a sustained crackdown to reverse the damage. Speaking at the Village Defence Committee (VDC) oath ceremony in Moga district, the AAP leaders delivered a message on Punjabs Yu
New Delhi: A dispute over fees at a private school in Saket has sparked a political exchange between the AAP and the BJP, even as parents voiced concerns over delays in the issuance of roll numbers to students scheduled to appear for the upcoming CBSE board examinations. AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj alleged that some private schools were putting pressure on parents for fee-related issues and warned that students should not be inconvenienced at a crucial academic juncture. He urged the Delhi gove
Punjab's Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has been admitted to Fortis Hospital in Mohali after feeling unwell during his visit to Sangrur. Medical professionals are diligently examining him after his participation in a Mahashivratri celebration alongside Arvind Kejriwal. Due to this health scare, his planned engagements in Fazilka have been put on hold.
Chandigarh: Rebutting the allegations of the Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) that he tried to lure its MLA into BJP under ``Operation Lotus'', the Haryana chief minister Nayab Saini on Friday held that the same were baseless and fabricated and that these were made to hide the party's (AAP's) own failures. Addressing newspersons in Delhi, Saini alleged that AAP first showed false dreams to the people of Delhi and deceived them. Later, in Punjab, it made promises that remained unfulfilled, causing di
Arvind Kejriwal has withdrawn his petition challenging summonses from the Enforcement Directorate in the Delhi excise policy case. He stated he would pursue constitutional pleas later. The trial court had previously acquitted him in cases related to non-appearance. The ED plans to appeal the trial court's decision. Kejriwal is currently on interim bail in the money laundering case.
New Delhi, Feb 12: The Delhi High Court on Thursday permitted AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal to withdraw his petition challenging the summonses issued to him by the ED in connection with its probe into an excise policy-linked money laundering case. Senior counsel appearing for the former Delhi chief minister said he did not wish to pursue the matter further as he had already been acquitted in the criminal cases against him for failing to appear before the agency in pursuance [] The post Arvind Kejri
The accused persons in the Delhi Excise policy case, including Arvind Kejriwal and others, on Wednesday concluded their arguments on framing of charges before a Rouse Avenue court. The Senior advocate argued that there is no incriminating evidence to frame charges against the former Delhi Chief Minister.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi slammed Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party today, saying its government in Delhi had drowned in liquor.
AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday raised concern over the safety and security of vulnerables after 807 people, mostly women and children, went missing in the first 15 days of the year 2026.
NT Reporter Panaji AAP National Convener Arvind Kejriwal, on Saturday, urged the party leaders to build a strong grassroots organisation that genuinely represents the people of Goa. Kejriwal held an interaction with the state office bearers of the party in Goa. During the meeting, Kejriwal listened to suggestions from party leaders and shared his vision []
Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal asserted Goans desire honest, people-centric politics, pledging his party will fulfill these aspirations. During a Goa visit, Kejriwal met local leaders to bolster the party's base, emphasizing grassroots connections and addressing concerns over ecological damage and land conversion. AAP aims to be the voice of Goa, fighting for citizens' rights and livelihoods.
New Delhi, Jan 27: The Supreme Court on Tuesday adjourned to April 21 the hearing on a plea of AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi challenging an order that refused to quash a defamation case against them over their alleged remarks on deletion of voters names. A bench of Justices M M Sundresh and N K Singh deferred the matter, noting that it required a detailed hearing. Senior advocate Meenakshi Arora, appearing for the AAP leaders, [] The post Defamation case: SC ad
Taking a dig at the Congress, BJP and Akali Dal, the former Delhi CM said, They only want power so they can make money. Their cycle is money from power and power from money.
People can go to any hospital, government or private, according to Arvind Kejriwal
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal launched the 'Mukh Mantri Sehat Yojna', offering free cashless medical treatment up to Rs 10 lakh to all 65 lakh families in the state. This universal healthcare cover, accessible to residents with Aadhaar and voter cards, includes over 2,500 procedures at government and select private hospitals.
A Delhi court has acquitted former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in two cases filed by the Enforcement Directorate. These cases stemmed from his failure to appear before the agency in connection with the Delhi excise policy probe. The ED had sought action against Kejriwal for not complying with multiple summons issued under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
A Delhi court has acquitted former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. He faced two cases for not complying with Enforcement Directorate summons. The court ruled he is not liable for failing to appear. These cases related to the Delhi excise policy scam investigation. Kejriwal had refused to appear before the ED multiple times.
The ED had alleged that Kejriwal deliberately ignored repeated summons to join the investigation regarding the excise policy-linked money laundering case.
By Staff Reporter The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by Arvind Kejriwal, faced a decisive setback in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections, with the party failing to make any electoral impact in Indias financial capital. Contesting 75 wards in the 227-member civic body, AAP drew a blank, winning not a single seat and losing [] The post Mumbai Civic Polls Deliver a Reality Check to AAP appeared first on Northlines .
The former Delhi CM further alleged that whenever elections approach, agencies such as the ED, CBI, and police become active, and he warned that oppression will increase in the coming years.
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini released funds under various schemes for farmers and beneficiaries of the Deendayal Ladli Lakshmi Yojana. During this event, Punjab government and Arvind Kejriwal of AAP were the main targets of Saini
A Delhi court heard arguments in the Excise Policy corruption case. Arvind Kejriwal's lawyer stated no evidence links him to the alleged Rs 100 crore payment. The chargesheet was described as a repetition of earlier filings. The court adjourned the matter for further hearing. The case involves allegations of undue influence on policy formulation.
The Delhi High Court on Tuesday listed for hearing on May 8 the Enforcement Directorate's plea against the bail granted by a trial court to former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy-linked money laundering case.
Ahmedabad: The Gujarat High Court on Tuesday, January 13, dismissed appeals filed by AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh challenging orders of lower courts rejecting their plea for separate trials in a defamation case on their remarks about PM Narendra Modis educational degree. The single bench of Justice MR Mengdey dismissed the pleas filed Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribi
The Gujarat High Court has dismissed appeals by AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh challenging lower court orders that rejected their plea for separate trials in a defamation case. The case stems from remarks made by the leaders about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's educational degree, targeting Gujarat University.
The political slugfest over the controversial video of Delhi Assembly Leader of Opposition Atishi escalated on Sunday, with senior BJP leaders openly daring Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal to register cases against them.
Arvind Kejriwal emphasized the need to protect small shopkeepers and traders for national progress, announcing the Punjab State Traders Commission to upgrade local markets and simplify the tax system. He criticized the negative perception of traders and the current ax terrorism under GST, vowing to free them from it if his party forms a central government.
The ruling party MLAs raised slogans against the AAP members, including their national convener Arvind Kejriwal, seeking an apology
The Delhi Assembly Privileges Committee has recommended action against four AAP leaders. Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, Ram Niwas Goel, and Rakhi Birla did not appear before the committee. The issue concerns the authenticity of a 'Phansi Ghar' on Assembly premises. The leaders challenged the committee's jurisdiction. Their absence is considered contempt of the House.
Speaker Vijender Gupta said that the issue will be discussed on Wednesday (January 7, 2026)
NEW DELHI, Jan 6: Delhi Education Minister on Tuesday accused former chief minister Arvind Kejriwal of making wrong and misleading statements regarding the deployment of government school teachers for counting of stray dogs and demanded a public apology. In a letter addressed to Kejriwal, the minister, said, You have publicly alleged that teachers are being assigned duties related to the counting of stray dogs. These assertions are not only incorrect but also amount to a serious misrepresentati
Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood said the government decided to act against the false information being spread on the issue by Aam Aadmi Party national convenor Arvind Kejriwal
Delhi's Education Minister Ashish Sood announced a police complaint against misinformation concerning teachers. Former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal allegedly spread false information via a tweet. The government decided to file an FIR after careful consideration. Kejriwal had questioned teachers counting stray dogs instead of teaching. He criticized the BJP government for insulting teachers and ruining schools.
The Arvind Kejriwal-led party has fielded 75 candidates for the 227 member Mumbai civic body scheduled to go to polls on January 15
After a thorough presentation by the Central Bureau of Investigation, the focus now shifts to Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia as they articulate their defenses regarding the Delhi excise controversy. The court's decision on whether to formalize the charges will follow a complete review of both sides' arguments.
The opposition Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) hit out at Lieutenant Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena over the pollution crisis after he wrote a letter to AAP's national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.
The Aam Aadmi Party has launched a poster campaign against Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena. This follows a letter from the LG blaming former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for pollution and infrastructure gaps. The LG stated more letters will follow. Delhi's air quality has seen some improvement but remains poor.
2025 saw political shifts with Nitish Kumar retaining power in Bihar and Siddaramaiah navigating a leadership tussle. While Nitin Nabin and Chirag Paswan rose, the Congress faced defeats and internal strife. Arvind Kejriwal's AAP lost Delhi, and Prashant Kishor's political venture faltered, highlighting power's dynamic nature.
As Delhi struggles with air pollution, a fresh political battle erupted on Tuesday after Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena sent a sharply worded letter to former Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal.
Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena wrote to former chief minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, accusing his government of 11 years of neglect and criminal inaction and holding him responsible for the air pollution situation In Delhi.
The Delhi Lieutenant Governor said AAP continues to indulge in petty politics and spreading lies over the critical issues concerning the people of Delhi
BJP leader says the DMK is underestimating the political and administrative capabilities of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and slams TASMAC Minister
CHANDIGARH: The Aam Aadmi Party-led Punjab government will convene a special session of the state assembly next month to protest the replacement of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB G RAM G), which it views as the union governments attempt to hit the livelihoods of the poor. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said, The BJP government at the Centre is trying to hit the livelihoods of
CHANDIGARH: The ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has swept the zila parishad and panchayat samiti elections across the state. Of the 2,838 panchayat samitis, the AAP won 1531, Congress 612, Shiromani Akali Dal 445, BJP 83, BSP 28 and independents 144. The ruling party also won 218 zila parishads, while the Congress bagged 62, SAD 46, BJP 7, BSP 3 and independents 10. AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal said his party's strong showing in these polls showed that people in rural areas have put their
Ahmedabad, Dec 16 (PTI) A sessions court here has rejected pleas of AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Sanjay Singh for separation of trial in a criminal defamation case over their remarks on PM Narendra Modis educational degree, noting they appeared to be animated by a common purpose. Additional Sessions Judge M P Purohit on Monday dismissed the revision applications filed by former Delhi chief minister Kejriwal and Rajya Sabha member Singh, who challenged the trial courts order that had rejected
CHANDIGARH: A 30-year-old kabaddi player-cum-promoter died after unidentified gunmen opened fire on him after he arrived with his team to take part in a tournament in Mohali on Monday, police said. Kanwar Digvijay Singh alias Rana Balachauria was critically injured in the attack and was rushed to the Fortis Hospital in Mohali where he was declared dead, police said. The incident took place at Sohana in Mohali where a private kabaddi tournament had been going on for the past few days, SSP Harmand
Arvind Kejriwal said it was unbecoming of Delhi CM Rekha Gupta to mock Vipassana meditation, arguing that political rivalry should not extend to ridiculing a spiritual practice.
AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal said it was unbecoming of Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to mock Vipassana meditation to criticise him.
The AAP leader's comments come a day after CM Gupta alleged that while Bharatiya Janata Party leaders are trying to fight pollution by staying in Delhi, Kejriwal simply abandons Delhi by taking a Vipassana every six months.
Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday congratulated Beena Kurian, Sini Antony and Smitha Luke on their victory in the Kerala local body elections, calling it a reflection of the growing trust of the people in the party's politics of honesty and public service.
Vasco: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal, who arrived in Goa on a three-day visit to campaign for the upcoming zilla panchayat elections, launched a strong attack on the BJP government, accusing it of poor governance and failure of law and order. Referring to the recent fire incident at Birch by Romeo Lane [] The post Birch fire shows classic example of BJP governance failure: Kejriwal appeared first on The Navhind Times .
Delhiites want to ask these 'AAP' leaders that if they are ridiculing the Chief Minister over one small error, then they should first respond to the serious mistakes made by Arvind Kejriwal in the past years as CM, says Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal will embark on a three-day visit to Gujarat today, where he is scheduled to participate in multiple programs across the state.
Arvind Kejriwal has strongly criticized the department of telecom's directive for pre-installing the Sanchar Saathi app on all new smartphones. He labelled it a razen attack on individual privacy and liberty, demanding the immediate withdrawal of the government's diktat. Kejriwal highlighted the lack of consent and deletion options in the notification.
Rajesh Gupta, two-time MLA, left Aam Aadmi Party for BJP before MCD by-elections, criticizing Arvind Kejriwal and citing ill-treatment.
Delhi's worsening air pollution has sparked criticism, with AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal demanding a cut in GST on air and water purifiers. Congress MP Rahul Gandhi called for a parliamentary debate and an action plan, highlighting the health crisis faced by children breathing toxic air.
CHANDIGARH: A day after the Punjab assembly unanimously passed a resolution declaring Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo and the walled city of Amritsar as holy cities. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday announced that a world-class university in the name of the ninth Sikh Guru Tegh Bahadur will be set up at Anandpur Sahib. Addressing a gathering at the concluding ceremony of the government-organised Sarv Dharam Sammelan at Guru Ka Bagh, Baba Budha Dal Cantonment, held to commemorate the
CHANDIGARH: The cities of Anandpur Sahib, Talwandi Sabo and the Galiara around the Golden Temple in Amritsar have been accorded the status of 'holy cities' in the special Vidhan Sabha session at Anandpur Sahib to mark the 350th martyrdom day of Guru Teg Bahadur. This is the first time in the history of the State that a session was held outside the assembly building in Chandigarh. The resolution was moved by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann during a special session of the Punjab Assembly and was unan
NEW DELHI: Justice Surya Kant, who took oath as the 53rd Chief Justice of India on Monday, has been part of several key verdicts, including orders on Presidential Reference on removing timelines for governors, abrogation of Article 370, Bihar electoral roll revision , the Pegasus spyware case, free speech, and citizenship rights. Coming from a middle-class family in Haryana's Hisar district, CJI Kant started his professional journey as a small-town lawyer before reaching the pinnacle of the Indi
The BJP-led central government's attempt to eliminate Punjab's rights over Chandigarh through constitutional amendment is not part of a simple move, but a direct attack on Punjab's identity and constitutional rights, says AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal
Chandigarh, Nov 19: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday participated in a nagar kirtan (religious procession) in Srinagar as part of the commemorative events to mark 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur. The procession, which started from Gurdwara Chhevin Patshahi in Srinagar, will reach Punjabs Sri Anandpur Sahib on November 22 after halting at Jammu on November 19, Pat
CHANDIGARH: A 32-year-old shopkeeper, the son of a senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leader and the grandson of late Dina Nath, a senior RSS functionary and social worker, was shot dead in Ferozepur, Punjab, by two unidentified motorcycle-borne assailants on Saturday evening. The Bharatiya Janata Party attacked the AAP-led Punjab government over the deteriorating law and order situation in the state. The incident occurred around 7 pm when Naveen Arora, son of senior RSS leader Baldev Raj
CHANDIGARH: The Punjab Government has suspended Senior Superintendent of Police, Amritsar (Rural), Maninder Singh, who was accused of failing to address escalating gangster activities effectively and perceived lapses in tackling organised crime. Sources point out that the government reviewed recent incidents and inputs from multiple agencies before taking the decision to suspend Singh. The action comes after reports highlighted delays in action on several significant cases and a lack of effectiv
Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, ex-Deputy CM Manish Sisodia and among others skipped the Delhi Assembly Committee of Privileges hearing on Thursday, over the controversial 'Phansi Ghar' inauguration inside the Assembly premises.
GUWAHATI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday said he was making efforts to ensure that the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill has the representation of all political parties. The Bill seeks to provide for the removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers or Ministers under arrest for 30 consecutive days on serious charges. Parliamentary Committees should not be viewed through the lens of politics, as they discuss issues rising above party lines and id
Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday termed the explosion near Red Fort as extremely alarming and demanded an immediate and thorough investigation into the incident.
GUWAHATI: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday said he was making efforts to ensure that the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill has the representation of all political parties. The Bill seeks to provide for the removal of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers or Ministers under arrest for 30 consecutive days on serious charges. Parliamentary Committees should not be viewed through the lens of politics, as they discuss issues rising above party lines and id
The political battle over Delhi Assembly's so-called 'Phansi Ghar' (gallows chamber) has intensified.
The Delhi Assembly has summoned former CM Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and Ram Niwas Goel to appear before the privileges committee on November 13. The committee is investigating claims about the 'Phansi Ghar' (execution room) on assembly premises, which the Speaker stated was originally a 'tiffin room' with no historical evidence of its use for executions.
Arvind Kejriwal, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, has voiced strong sentiments about the discontent among Gujarat's farmers towards the ruling BJP. He warned that without police protection, BJP officials could face a backlash. He confidently anticipated the party's decline in Gujarat.
The Sheeshmahal controversy that dogged Arvind Kejriwal during his tenure as Delhi Chief Minister has resurfaced this time in Punjab. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday accused the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief of misusing Punjab government resources for personal comfort, alleging that he had been allotted a 7-star, two-acre luxury bungalow in Chandigarhs Sector 2 from Chief Minister Bhagwant Manns quota. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Delhi BJP dubbed Kejriwal Punjabs Super CM an
The 'sheeshmahal' row resurfaced Friday after the BJP and disgruntled AAP MP Swati Maliwal claimed a bungalow in Chandigarh had been allotted to Arvind Kejriwal by the Punjab government, which is controlled by the Aam Aadmi Party.
Swati Maliwal has alleged that Arvind Kejriwal has been allotted a luxurious 7-star government mansion in Chandigarhs Sector 2 under the CM quota.
New Delhi: A war of words erupted between the Aam Aadmi Party and the BJP over cloud seeding trials, with AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal on Wednesday claiming that all engines of the Delhi government have failed. The ruling party hit back at the former chief minister saying he sold false dreams of making the city Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downloa
CHANDIGARH: Faceless services in all Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) have been launched across Punjab with the aim of making transport-related services more accessible and transparent to the public. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal today launched the faceless RTO services, claiming that Punjab has become the first state in the country to close RTO offices and provide these services through a single helpline number, 1076. At t
JAIPUR: The by-election for the Anta Assembly seat in Rajasthans Baran district, scheduled for November 11, has now taken a national turn as Naresh Meena, who rebelled against the Congress and is contesting as an independent candidate, has received open support from Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. On Tuesday, Naresh Meena appealed for support from the AAP and Arvind Kejriwal through a post on X (Twitter), stating that he was fighting for c
Justice Surya Kant was part of the Supreme Court bench that heard former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's CBI case linked to the Delhi liquor policy.
