The Times of India

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann defended Raghav Chadha's removal as AAP's Rajya Sabha deputy leader, citing party discipline and Chadha's alleged failure to raise critical issues. Party leaders accused Chadha of not participating in opposition protests and prioritizing trivial matters over national concerns, suggesting he was compromised and hesitant to confront the central government.

Chandigarh Smart City project's CFO, Nalini Malik, has been arrested in connection with a Rs 116 crore fake fixed deposit receipt scam. The Economic Offences Wing apprehended Malik from her residence in Mohali. The investigation alleges embezzlement of government funds through fake FDRs created in collusion with a former bank manager and another official.

Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring stated that Raghav Chadha's removal as AAP's Deputy Leader in the Rajya Sabha signifies his sidelining within the party. This move fuels public perception that Chadha may soon leave or be removed from AAP. Ashok Kumar Mittal has replaced Chadha in the role.