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Cong, AAP alliance in 4 states, but to go solo in Punjab

Cong, AAP alliance in 4 states, but to go solo in Punjab

Rediff.com24 Feb 2024

"Special circumstances" exist in Punjab, Wasnik said and added that in view of these, the AAP and the Congress have decided to fight the Lok Sabha polls separately in the state.

Don't mix...: EC on Kejriwal's 'Yamuna poisoning' remark

Don't mix...: EC on Kejriwal's 'Yamuna poisoning' remark

Rediff.com31 Jan 2025

The EC asked him to provide factual evidence with specific and pointed response to type, quantity, nature and manner of poisoning of Yamuna.

AAP again questions genuineness of Modi's degrees

AAP again questions genuineness of Modi's degrees

Rediff.com2 Apr 2023

The Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday raised questions on the genuineness of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's degrees and claimed that they would turn out to be fake if a probe is conducted.

BJP releases 'sting' to claim AAP selling MCD poll tickets

BJP releases 'sting' to claim AAP selling MCD poll tickets

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The BJP released a sting video shot purportedly by a former AAP volunteer from north west Delhi's Rohini to allege the AAP sold tickets for Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) polls.

Maliwal facing arrest, blackmailed by BJP: AAP

Maliwal facing arrest, blackmailed by BJP: AAP

Rediff.com18 May 2024

Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi on Saturday claimed that party MP Swati Maliwal, who has accused Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar of assaulting her, is facing arrest in an illegal recruitment case and she was 'blackmailed' by the Bharatiya Janata Party to become part of the 'conspiracy' against the chief minister.

LG orders probe against AAP's 'Mahila Samman' scheme

LG orders probe against AAP's 'Mahila Samman' scheme

Rediff.com28 Dec 2024

Delhi Lt Governor V K Saxena has ordered an inquiry against private persons allegedly gathering personal details of women in the name of Mahila Samman Yojana, his office said on Saturday.

AAP leaders bicker, Yogendra Yadav and Jaihind quit posts

AAP leaders bicker, Yogendra Yadav and Jaihind quit posts

Rediff.com31 May 2014

The Aam Aadmi Party received a jolt on Saturday after senior party leader Yogendra Yadav and Haryana convener Naveen Jaihind tendered their resignation from party's political affairs committee and national executive respectively over alleged bickering between the two.

AAP protesters held during march to PM's residence

AAP protesters held during march to PM's residence

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Raising slogans of 'Inquilab Zindabad' and 'Kejriwal Zindabad', Aam Aadmi Party workers and leaders reached the area's metro station in groups, with the party calling for a march to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's residence on Lok Kalyan Marg for a 'gherao'.

No decision on new CM; BJP must seek early polls: AAP

No decision on new CM; BJP must seek early polls: AAP

Rediff.com16 Sep 2024

The ruling Aam Aadmi Party on Monday said it has put the ball in Bharatiya Janata Party's court by demanding early elections in Delhi in November, and now it is up to the opposition party to decide whether it was prepared to face CM Arvind Kejriwal.

'Sansad mein bhi...': Kejriwal sounds AAP's LS poll bugle

'Sansad mein bhi...': Kejriwal sounds AAP's LS poll bugle

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

Delhi and Punjab are ruled by the AAP and these are the only two states that have free electricity supply, he said.

Days after Mumbai meet, INDIA partners AAP, Cong reject tie-up in Punjab

Days after Mumbai meet, INDIA partners AAP, Cong reject tie-up in Punjab

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Punjab Minister Anmol Gagan Mann on Wednesday said her Aam Aadmi Party will fight on all 13 parliamentary seats in the state.

BJP is running 'Operation Lotus' in Punjab: AAP

BJP is running 'Operation Lotus' in Punjab: AAP

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The BJP stood fourth in (the 2022) Punjab (assembly elections) after AAP, Shriomani Akali Dal and Congress. The question is why did Rinku join the BJP. His tenure as Lok Sabha MP has also ended. The BJP will also come fourth in the Jalandhar Lok Sabha polls

HC refuses to quash proceedings against Kejriwal

HC refuses to quash proceedings against Kejriwal

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

The Delhi high court on Monday refused to quash the proceedings against Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and other Aam Aadmi Party leaders in a defamation case over their remarks about alleged deletion of the names of 30 lakh voters belonging to some communities from electoral rolls in the national capital.

FIR against AAP for posting AI-generated videos of Modi, Shah on X

FIR against AAP for posting AI-generated videos of Modi, Shah on X

Rediff.com15 Jan 2025

The case was lodged under relevant sections at the North Avenue police station, they said, without giving details of the FIR.

Family Time For Manish Sisodia After 17 Months

Family Time For Manish Sisodia After 17 Months

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

On Monday, Sisodia met AAP leaders to prepare for next February's Delhi assembly elections.

Maha AAP leaders 'extremely upset' about party feud; may quit

Maha AAP leaders 'extremely upset' about party feud; may quit

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

In the wake of bitter feud in Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi, some Maharashtra leaders of the party have threatened to quit.

Cong leader joins BJP's demand for Kejriwal's resignation

Cong leader joins BJP's demand for Kejriwal's resignation

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party also slammed Kejriwal's continuation as the chief minister of Delhi despite being under arrest, saying it is the most unfortunate moment in the country's political journey and the worst kind of politics.

AAP MLA dies in 'accidental firing' from own pistol

AAP MLA dies in 'accidental firing' from own pistol

Rediff.com11 Jan 2025

Aam Aadmi Party leader and Ludhiana West MLA Gurpreet Bassi Gogi has died of gunshot injuries, with police saying on Saturday it could be a case of 'accidental fire' from his own licensed pistol.

AAP shuns 'overconfident' Cong for Delhi polls

AAP shuns 'overconfident' Cong for Delhi polls

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

In the election held earlier in the year, the AAP lost the sole seat it contested and the Congress won five out of 10 seats.

BJP leader to sue Kejriwal, Mann for Rs 50 cr each

BJP leader to sue Kejriwal, Mann for Rs 50 cr each

Rediff.com22 Jan 2025

Bharatiya Janata Party MP Parvesh Verma on Wednesday said he will file a Rs 50 crore defamation suit each against AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann for levelling "false allegations against" and claiming he called Punjabis a "threat" to the country.

Ahead of Delhi results, Kejriwal makes 'Rs 15 cr' claim

Ahead of Delhi results, Kejriwal makes 'Rs 15 cr' claim

Rediff.com7 Feb 2025

Kejriwal claimed that 16 AAP candidates had received offers from the BJP with the promise of ministerial positions and Rs 15 crore each if they switch sides.

Jolt to AAP as its lone Lok Sabha MP joins BJP

Jolt to AAP as its lone Lok Sabha MP joins BJP

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

The Aam Aadmi Party's MP and lone Lok Sabha member Sushil Kumar Rinku joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on Wednesday along with party MLA Sheetal Angural, dealing a blow to the party already facing a crisis following the arrest of its leader and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

ED names Kejriwal, AAP as accused in Delhi excise policy case

ED names Kejriwal, AAP as accused in Delhi excise policy case

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Overall this is the eighth charge sheet filed by the ED in this case in which it has arrested 18 people so far. Last week, a similar complaint was filed by the agency against BRS leader and former Telangana chief minister Chandrashekar Rao's daughter K Kavitha and four others.

EC kicks off process to elect Dhankhar's successor

EC kicks off process to elect Dhankhar's successor

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

The Election Commission of India has initiated the process to hold the vice presidential election following Jagdeep Dhankhar's resignation. The electoral college is being constituted, and the election schedule will be announced soon.

Only God or Modi can...: BJP's Bidhuri in Lok Sabha

Only God or Modi can...: BJP's Bidhuri in Lok Sabha

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Lok Sabha on Monday turned into a battleground for the Delhi assembly polls with Bharatiya Janata Party member Ramvir Singh Bidhuri launching an all-out attack on the Aam Aadmi Party government, alleging that they 'looted' the national capital and turned it into 'hell'.

'EC can't be churao aayog': Oppn MPs march to EC office

'EC can't be churao aayog': Oppn MPs march to EC office

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

Wearing white caps with a red cross on the words 'SIR' and "vote chori", the protesting MPs started their march from Parliament's Makar Dwar raising slogans against the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise in Bihar and "vote chori" while carrying placards and banners.

Money went to BJP, arrest JP Nadda: AAP counters ED charges

Money went to BJP, arrest JP Nadda: AAP counters ED charges

Rediff.com23 Mar 2024

Atishi alleged that the BJP received "proceeds of crime" in its bank accounts

'BJP Should Be Extremely Wary Of 130th Amendment'

'BJP Should Be Extremely Wary Of 130th Amendment'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'If the INDIA bloc ever forms the government, they will be more than tempted to use such provisions to bring about regime change in BJP-ruled states.'

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Haryana IPS officer's suicide: Rohtak SP shunted out

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

The Haryana government transferred Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarniya after an IPS officer's suicide and allegations of caste-based discrimination.

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Can Kejriwal Make It Three In A Row?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2025

The BJP may win more seats in the February 5 assembly election, but not enough to trump AAP, notes Ramesh Menon.

AAP's Satyendar Jain gets bail after 2 yrs; party says BJP plot failed

AAP's Satyendar Jain gets bail after 2 yrs; party says BJP plot failed

Rediff.com19 Oct 2024

The AAP hailed a Delhi court granting bail to Satyendar Jain describing the decision as a victory of truth and the defeat of another BJP "conspiracy".

Hopes fading for J-K's statehoood: Omar Abdullah

Hopes fading for J-K's statehoood: Omar Abdullah

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

Former Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expresses dwindling hope for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, citing delays and governance challenges in the Union Territory setup.

Yamuna to pollution: Challenges await for new Delhi govt

Yamuna to pollution: Challenges await for new Delhi govt

Rediff.com20 Feb 2025

While the BJP has assured voters that these benefits will not be discontinued, AAP leaders have questioned the party's long-term commitment.

AAP threatens to exit INDIA if Cong goes solo in LS polls in Delhi

AAP threatens to exit INDIA if Cong goes solo in LS polls in Delhi

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

AAP chief spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar said its top leadership will take a call on attending the Mumbai meeting of the opposition bloc INDIA, following the statement by Lamba.

Pushpa 2 sparks AAP-BJP poster war ahead of Delhi polls

Pushpa 2 sparks AAP-BJP poster war ahead of Delhi polls

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

The upcoming Delhi Assembly polls have taken an interesting turn with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) engaging in a poster war inspired by the popular film 'Pushpa 2.' The AAP has released a poster featuring Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, while the BJP has countered with a poster featuring state president Virendra Sachdeva, both using imagery and slogans from the film.

Sunita or Atishi, who will replace Kejriwal as Delhi CM?

Sunita or Atishi, who will replace Kejriwal as Delhi CM?

Rediff.com15 Sep 2024

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's unexpected announcement to resign after two days kicked up a strong buzz on Sunday over the names of his wife Sunita and his ministers Atishi and Gopal Rai as his possible replacement.

End INDIA alliance if...: Omar amid AAP vs Cong in Delhi

End INDIA alliance if...: Omar amid AAP vs Cong in Delhi

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed concern about the lack of clarity regarding the INDIA bloc's leadership and agenda, suggesting the alliance should be dissolved if it was only formed for parliamentary elections. He called for a meeting of the alliance members after the Delhi Assembly elections to discuss the bloc's future and decide on a collective strategy. Abdullah also highlighted the need for a clear vision and leadership within the INDIA bloc. His remarks come amid speculation about the alliance's future and its ability to effectively challenge the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

AAP alleges misbehaviour by cop as Sisodia denied bail

AAP alleges misbehaviour by cop as Sisodia denied bail

Rediff.com23 May 2023

"Modi has become very arrogant," the former deputy chief minister charged.

Will Nishaanchi Be Another Wasseypur?

Will Nishaanchi Be Another Wasseypur?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2025

Syed Firdaus Ashraf hopes that Nishaanchi will be a blockbuster like its trailer.

Kejriwal's PA misbehaved with Maliwal at CM's house: AAP

Kejriwal's PA misbehaved with Maliwal at CM's house: AAP

Rediff.com14 May 2024

Addressing a press conference a day after Maliwal alleged that a member of Kejriwal's personal staff "assaulted" her, Singh said AAP supremo Kejriwal will take strict action in the matter.