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Vishwas, Bharti question Kejriwal's 'ability to win polls'

Vishwas, Bharti question Kejriwal's 'ability to win polls'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

Bharti further said that this is high time the party took things seriously.

Why this Shaheen Bagh protestor joined the BJP

Why this Shaheen Bagh protestor joined the BJP

Rediff.com20 Aug 2020

Shahzad Ali, a sales and marketing manager at a mobile phone company, was among the group of Muslims from Delhi's Shaheen Bagh area who joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on August 16, 2020.

Delhi violence probe targeted towards one end: Court

Delhi violence probe targeted towards one end: Court

Rediff.com29 May 2020

The judge asked the concerned deputy commissioner of police (DCP) to monitor the probe to ensure fair investigation as police have failed to point out what investigation has been carried out so far regarding the involvement of the rival faction.

AAP men who disagree with party's rants against EVMs

AAP men who disagree with party's rants against EVMs

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

Mann said there was no use in finding fault with EVMs and the party should introspect on the reasons behind its defeat.

'Why sit in court? Solve Delhi's crisis': SC rebukes water minister

'Why sit in court? Solve Delhi's crisis': SC rebukes water minister

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

The Supreme Court on Monday sought a status report from Haryana government on the plea of Delhi government seeking resumption of water supply to the national capital.

EVM wave, not Modi wave: AAP on losing MCD polls

EVM wave, not Modi wave: AAP on losing MCD polls

Rediff.com26 Apr 2017

The party continued to allege tampering of the electronic voting machines for the verdict, and not a Modi wave, as claimed by the BJP.

Snubbed in Mumbai, Ghulam Ali invited to perform in Delhi

Snubbed in Mumbai, Ghulam Ali invited to perform in Delhi

Rediff.com8 Oct 2015

Asserting that "music has no boundaries", the Delhi government on Thursday invited Pakistani singer Ghulam Ali to perform in the national capital after his concert in Mumbai was cancelled due to protests by the Shiv Sena.

Not for money, says AAP lawmaker after joining BJP

Not for money, says AAP lawmaker after joining BJP

Rediff.com3 May 2019

Bajpai said he quit the AAP as he felt "suffocated" over the "misbehaviour and insult" meted out by the party and claimed that several other legislators of the ruling party in the national capital felt the same way.

Pakistan probe team at Pathankot air base amidst protests

Pakistan probe team at Pathankot air base amidst protests

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

The JIT will be taken to only those areas of the air force station that were accessed by the terrorists, who attacked the base in the early hours of January 2 this year.

ACB files FIR against firm owned by Kejriwal's relative in PWD scam

ACB files FIR against firm owned by Kejriwal's relative in PWD scam

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The Delhi Anti-Corruption Branch on Tuesday registered three separate FIRs in an alleged PWD scam, including one against the company of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's late brother-in-law Surender Kumar Bansal.

Sacked Delhi minister seeks 'lie detector test' for himself, Kejriwal and Jain

Sacked Delhi minister seeks 'lie detector test' for himself, Kejriwal and Jain

Rediff.com8 May 2017

Asserting that nobody would accept allegations against the Delhi chief minister, Mishra said that he has sought more time from the Central Bureau of Investigation to prove the charges.

Kejriwal threatened to quit if Bhushan-Yadav were not removed

Kejriwal threatened to quit if Bhushan-Yadav were not removed

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Aam Aadmi Party chief Arvind Kejriwal on threatened to resign and lashed out at its founder-members Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav, moments before they were sacked from the National Executive, accusing them of engaging in "anti-party" activities.

No Sena leaders were arrested in Mumbai in '93, Mr CJI

No Sena leaders were arrested in Mumbai in '93, Mr CJI

Rediff.com5 Mar 2020

'It wasn't as if the senior police inspectors in charge of the police stations were not aware of the communal tension that was being created in their areas before and during the riots.' 'Yet they chose not to act,' recalls Jyoti Punwani.

BJP wants odd-even to fail, but Delhi will fail BJP: Kejriwal

BJP wants odd-even to fail, but Delhi will fail BJP: Kejriwal

Rediff.com16 Apr 2016

In January too, BJP tried to fail odd-even by orchestrating officers' strike. People failed BJP and made odd-even success, tweeted the CM.

Kejriwal has links with hawala operators: Mishra

Kejriwal has links with hawala operators: Mishra

Rediff.com19 May 2017

Mishra alleged that the Aam Aadmi Party received money from a company of Delhi based lawyer Rohit Tandon, whose assets worth crores have been attached by the Enforcement Directorate over alleged money laundering after demonetisation.

AAP 'rigs' EVM in Delhi assembly, EC calls it 'duplicate' gadget

AAP 'rigs' EVM in Delhi assembly, EC calls it 'duplicate' gadget

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The EC has time and again rubbished allegations that EVMs can be programmed to favour any particular party.

Party united more than ever, says AAP amid infighting reports

Party united more than ever, says AAP amid infighting reports

Rediff.com1 May 2017

Amid claims of Kumar Vishwas trying to separate the AAP, Kejriwal issued a tweet saying that the former was like his brother.

Why Modi govt is crushing dissent

Why Modi govt is crushing dissent

Rediff.com15 Sep 2020

For this dispensation, ideas are dangerous. Those who propagate liberalism and democratic traditions are even more dangerous, observes Rashme Sehgal.

Anupam Kher abuses detractors on intolerance issue at Jaipur Lit Fest

Anupam Kher abuses detractors on intolerance issue at Jaipur Lit Fest

Rediff.com29 Jan 2016

Bollywood actor Anupam Kher sparred during a debate over the limits imposed on freedom of speech and were joined in by a politically divided audience at the Jaipur Lit Fest.

AAP's national ambitions dashed after 'disappointing' results

AAP's national ambitions dashed after 'disappointing' results

Rediff.com11 Mar 2017

The AAP bagged 20 seats in Punjab while losing all seats in Goa

'Kejriwal ruthlessly stifles voices of dissent'

'Kejriwal ruthlessly stifles voices of dissent'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2015

Terming as "unconstitutional and illegal" Aam Aadmi Party's national council meeting where they were ousted from a key panel, dissidents Yogendra Yadav and Prashant Bhushan on Saturday did not rule out taking legal recourse against their removal.

AAP defends Amantullah Khan, reject his resignation

AAP defends Amantullah Khan, reject his resignation

Rediff.com11 Sep 2016

Sisodia also lashed out media for carrying news against AAP leaders without "checking facts".

Bitterly fought Delhi poll campaign ends; voting on Feb 8

Bitterly fought Delhi poll campaign ends; voting on Feb 8

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Around 40,000 Delhi Police personnel, 190 coys (companies) of Central Armed Police Forces and 19,000 Home Guards have been deployed for smooth conduct of election in the national capital, officials said.

Army rescues Delhi's water source; supply to struggle for 10 days

Army rescues Delhi's water source; supply to struggle for 10 days

Rediff.com22 Feb 2016

Around 600 Central Reserve Police Force personnel and two columns of Army took over control of the Munak canal at around 4 am and started repair work to ensure uninterrupted water supply to Delhi, official sources said.

'Kejriwal's ambition, ego and greed have changed him'

'Kejriwal's ambition, ego and greed have changed him'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

Kapil Mishra was one of the closest aides of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. However, in May 2017, the tides turned. A loyalist of the Aam Aadmi Party founder, Mishra shocked one and all by openly accusing him of corruption, a claim that the AAP dismissed. Since then Mishra has become one of the most prominent AAP rebels. In the face of the sit-in by Kejriwal, his deputy Manish Sisodia and ministers - Satyendar Jain and Gopal Rai at Lieutenant Governor Anil Baijal's office, Mishra spoke to Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com and said that this is the first time in history that a sitting chief minister of a state in India has kidnapped himself.

Kejriwal draws flak after students display his name in stadium

Kejriwal draws flak after students display his name in stadium

Rediff.com15 Aug 2015

The pattern came up a few times during Kejriwal's 40-minute-long speech, where he highlighted his government's "achievements", punctuated with loud cheers from the students.

Delhi Water Minister sought extra pontoon bridge for Sri Sri's event

Delhi Water Minister sought extra pontoon bridge for Sri Sri's event

Rediff.com10 Mar 2016

Delhi Water Minister Kapil Mishra had written a letter to the defence ministry requesting the army to build an additional pontoon bridge, which he said was "imperative" for safer movement of people while crossing the Yamuna to attend the 'World Culture Festival'.

Kejriwal's dharna continues for 5th day with no side relenting

Kejriwal's dharna continues for 5th day with no side relenting

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

In his fresh letter to Modi, Kejriwal urged him to end IAS officers' strike so that he can attend a meeting of NITI Aayog on Sunday.

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Minister who called Kalam 'nationalist despite being Muslim' gets his Delhi house

Rediff.com28 Oct 2015

Kalam was staying at the 10 Rajaji Marg residence after his eventful term as President ended in 2007.

Delhi L-G asks Kejriwal to meet babus, CM ends 9-day sit-in

Delhi L-G asks Kejriwal to meet babus, CM ends 9-day sit-in

Rediff.com19 Jun 2018

Sisodia said several meetings, attended by IAS officers, were held during the day.

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Delhi: Constable among 4 killed in violent clashes over CAA, 50 injured

Rediff.com25 Feb 2020

The violence-affected areas witnessed several rounds of stone-pelting from pro and anti-CAA protesters. At least 11 police personnel, including DCP Shahdara and ACP (Gokalpuri) were injured. 2 CRPF personnel were also injured. All private and government schools in Northeast Delhi district will remain closed on Tuesday.

Kejriwal to head 7-member cabinet, Sisodia will be deputy CM

Kejriwal to head 7-member cabinet, Sisodia will be deputy CM

Rediff.com12 Feb 2015

Manish Sisodia is set to be Deputy CM, while four new faces are likely to join the AAP cabinet.

Delhi polls: Bharti among 22 candidates named in AAP's 1st list

Delhi polls: Bharti among 22 candidates named in AAP's 1st list

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday released its first list of 22 candidates fielding former ministers Somnath Bharti, Saurabh Bhardwaj, Satyendra Jain and Girish Soni in the Delhi Assembly elections, the dates of which are yet to be announced.

Tanker scam: ACB gives questionnaire to Sheila Dikshit

Tanker scam: ACB gives questionnaire to Sheila Dikshit

Rediff.com28 Aug 2016

An ACB official probing the case said Dikshit has been asked to reply to 18 written questions within the next two-three days.

Clamour grows among AAP MLAs for Yadav, Bhushans' ouster from party

Clamour grows among AAP MLAs for Yadav, Bhushans' ouster from party

Rediff.com11 Mar 2015

Aam Aadmi Party Legislators on Wednesday sent a letter to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, seeking the expulsion of party 'rebels' Shanti Bhushan, Prashant Bhushan and Yogendra Yadav.

Kamal Haasan, RJD, Left support sit-in by Kejriwal, ministers

Kamal Haasan, RJD, Left support sit-in by Kejriwal, ministers

Rediff.com15 Jun 2018

Haasan said that interference in the functioning of an elected government is 'unacceptable in a democracy'.

Every 'scoop' is a leak

Every 'scoop' is a leak

Rediff.com1 Jul 2017

'There is no evidence of newspapers and television channels ganging up to wage a coordinated war to expose the BSP, destroy the AIADMK, malign Kejriwal, discredit Lalu or defame Mamata.' 'But it's of interest that none of these exposes threatens the 12 states the BJP controls,' says Sunanda K Datta-Ray.

Delhi's unaccountable Raja Kejriwal

Delhi's unaccountable Raja Kejriwal

Rediff.com1 Jun 2017

'The Aam Aadmi's prophet is out of touch with both the city and his own flock.'

Extortion case: AAP MLA surrenders before Delhi police team in Gujarat

Extortion case: AAP MLA surrenders before Delhi police team in Gujarat

Rediff.com16 Oct 2016

Singh is being probed in an alleged extortion case and three men, allegedly his aides, have been already arrested for extortion.

Shoe attack on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Shoe attack on Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

Rediff.com9 Apr 2016

The attacker, identified as Ved Prakash, was detained by police, which quizzed him.