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Kejriwal woos Gujarat's Hindu voters with Rs 40 per day for each cow's upkeep

Kejriwal woos Gujarat's Hindu voters with Rs 40 per day for each cow's upkeep

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

Kejriwal's announcement is a renewed push to counter the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party in Gujarat and attract Hindu voters, as per political experts.

Tension in Delhi's Dayalpur after 9-yr-old girl's body found in suitcase

Tension in Delhi's Dayalpur after 9-yr-old girl's body found in suitcase

Rediff.com8 Jun 2025

The police and paramilitary personnel have been deployed in the area on Sunday to maintain law and order.

PHOTOS: First eggs, then ink thrown at Kejriwal in Varanasi

PHOTOS: First eggs, then ink thrown at Kejriwal in Varanasi

Rediff.com25 Mar 2014

After eggs, ink was thrown at Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal while he was undertaking a road show in Varanasi on Tuesday following his visit to the Kal Bhairav and Kashi Vishwanath temples.

Kejriwal defends 'Modi is psychopath' comment, says has 'no regrets'

Kejriwal defends 'Modi is psychopath' comment, says has 'no regrets'

Rediff.com30 Dec 2015

Kejriwal said, "I don't regret anything. I accept I use bad language."

Can go to jail a number of times: Sisodia on CBI questioning

Can go to jail a number of times: Sisodia on CBI questioning

Rediff.com26 Feb 2023

Sisodia said he will fully cooperate with the CBI that has summoned him for questioning in the excise policy case.

Telangana CM gives Modi's visit a miss, again

Telangana CM gives Modi's visit a miss, again

Rediff.com26 May 2022

This is the second time in the last four months that KCR has avoided meeting Modi during the latter's visit to Hyderabad.

BJP mulls 2 deputy CMs in Delhi to reflect 'mini' India

BJP mulls 2 deputy CMs in Delhi to reflect 'mini' India

Rediff.com13 Feb 2025

The BJP is considering having two deputy chief ministers in the new Delhi government to represent the city as a "mini" India, party leaders said. The move is aimed at accommodating MLAs from different castes, communities, and regional backgrounds. The proposal is under consideration by the national leadership, which will also decide on the chief minister and other ministers. The process of government formation is expected to gain momentum after Prime Minister Narendra Modi returns from his foreign visit over the weekend.

Atishi gets notice over allegations of MLA poaching

Atishi gets notice over allegations of MLA poaching

Rediff.com4 Feb 2024

A team of Delhi Police Crime Branch on Sunday visited Finance Minister Atishi's residence and served her a notice in connection with allegations that the Bharatiya Janata Party was attempting to 'poach' Aam Aadmi Party MLAs.

Kejriwal woos Goans with free pilgrimage if AAP comes to power

Kejriwal woos Goans with free pilgrimage if AAP comes to power

Rediff.com1 Nov 2021

Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday promised free pilgrimage to various religious centres, including Ayodhya and Ajmer Sharif, if his party is voted to power in Goa in the assembly polls due in next February, which he said is a 'third guarantee' being given by AAP to Goans.

'It's Kejriwal's position that needs security'

'It's Kejriwal's position that needs security'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Although Arvind Kejriwal is not top on the radar of any terrorist outfit at the moment, security agencies feel that abduction attempts cannot be ruled out, reports Vicky Nanjappa.

AAP bags Delhi mayor, dy mayor posts; goons have lost, says Kejriwal

AAP bags Delhi mayor, dy mayor posts; goons have lost, says Kejriwal

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

Aam Aadmi Party's Shelly Oberoi defeated the Bharatiya Janata Party's Rekha Gupta by a margin of 34 votes to become the mayor of Delhi, MCD officials announced on Wednesday.

Kejriwal announces highest-ever compensation for slain cop

Kejriwal announces highest-ever compensation for slain cop

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

In one of the highest such compensations, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday granted Rs one crore financial assistance to the family of a Delhi police constable who was allegedly beaten to death by suspected liquor mafia in Ghitorni area of South Delhi last week.

Kejriwal's car attacked with sticks and stones in Ludhiana

Kejriwal's car attacked with sticks and stones in Ludhiana

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

The AAP alleged that it was an "orchestrated attack" and that police stood by as Kejriwal's car was targeted with rods and stones.

Kejriwal seeks 10 days to resolve problems of people in Delhi

Kejriwal seeks 10 days to resolve problems of people in Delhi

Rediff.com29 Dec 2013

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday sought ten days time to formulate a system to address grievances and problems of the people in Delhi.

Modi, Kejriwal to face-off in Varanasi again

Modi, Kejriwal to face-off in Varanasi again

Rediff.com13 Feb 2016

Both of them had contested the Lok Sabha polls from the constituency where PM Modi emerged as the winner.

Kejriwal, Sisodia dropped from Melania's school event

Kejriwal, Sisodia dropped from Melania's school event

Rediff.com22 Feb 2020

Melania after reaching Hyderabad House in the nation's capital on February 25 will move to a Delhi government school in Moti Bagh to meet school children. The school is getting ready to welcome the US First Lady.

Rahul breaks silence on Delhi deadlock, targets PM, Kejriwal

Rahul breaks silence on Delhi deadlock, targets PM, Kejriwal

Rediff.com18 Jun 2018

The people of Delhi are the victims, Gandhi alleged.

Delhi govt to give Rs 10,000 ex gratia to flood-hit families

Delhi govt to give Rs 10,000 ex gratia to flood-hit families

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

The Delhi government will set up special camps for those who lost their Aadhaar cards and other important documents, and make arrangements for books and clothes for the affected children, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal announced on Sunday.

JNU row: Rahul, Kejriwal, Yechury among 9 booked for sedition

JNU row: Rahul, Kejriwal, Yechury among 9 booked for sedition

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Rahul Gandhi, Arvind Kejriwal and Sitaram Yechury are among nine persons who have been booked on sedition charges in connection with the JNU row, police said on Sunday.

Hemant Soren back as Jharkhand CM for 4th time

Hemant Soren back as Jharkhand CM for 4th time

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

JMM leader Hemant Soren was sworn in as the 14th chief minister of Jharkhand in a grand ceremony in Ranchi, amid the presence of a galaxy of INDIA bloc leaders. This is Soren's fourth stint as chief minister. The JMM-led alliance won a majority in the recent assembly polls, securing 56 seats in the 81-member assembly.

'Laluji, aap BJP ko hara sakte hai'

'Laluji, aap BJP ko hara sakte hai'

Rediff.com23 Jun 2023

'Laluji personally telephoned several Opposition leaders to attend the meeting.'

2024 to be a Modi vs Kejriwal battle: Sisodia after raids

2024 to be a Modi vs Kejriwal battle: Sisodia after raids

Rediff.com20 Aug 2022

Addressing a press conference a day after the CBI raid against him, Sisodia expressed apprehension that the agency or the Enforcement Directorate (ED) may arrest him in the next 3-4 days, while Chief Minister Kejriwal, who has been aggressively taking on the Bharatiya Janata Party in Modi's home state, announced on Twitter that he will be touring Gujarat with Sisodia from Monday.

ED raids AAP MP Sanjay Singh's premises in excise policy case

ED raids AAP MP Sanjay Singh's premises in excise policy case

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

The Enforcement Directorate on Wednesday morning raided the premises of Aam Aadmi Party MP Sanjay Singh in connection with the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case, officials said.

Act or hand over Delhi police to us, Kejriwal to PM

Act or hand over Delhi police to us, Kejriwal to PM

Rediff.com17 Oct 2015

Making a strong pitch for handing over Delhi police control to city government, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday sought a meeting with the prime minister and lt governor in the wake of gangrape of two minor girls in Delhi.

Sisodia may be arrested in 2-3 days, says Kejriwal

Sisodia may be arrested in 2-3 days, says Kejriwal

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Sisodia said the growing enthusiasm among the people of Gujarat in supporting the AAP in Gujarat was the reason behind the CBI action against him.

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again found himself at the center of a controversy, this time for his comments about Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra has been a controversial figure for years, with his comedy often targeting politicians and other public figures. This latest incident has led to a backlash from Shinde's supporters, who have vandalized the venue of Kamra's show. Kamra has a history of making controversial remarks, including heckling a TV anchor on a flight and making comments about the judiciary.

Kejriwal attacks media again: 'Can you tell the truth about Modi'?

Kejriwal attacks media again: 'Can you tell the truth about Modi'?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2014

His comments about the media being "sold out" may have attracted flak from journalists and political leaders alike, but Aam Aadmi Party leader Arvind Kejriwal seems unfazed by all the criticism.

Ramlila Maidan gears up to host Kejriwal swearing-in

Ramlila Maidan gears up to host Kejriwal swearing-in

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

The ground, which served as the battleground for the 51-year-old bureaucrat-turned-politician during the Anna Hazare-led India Against Corruption movement, is getting decked up and workers are busy making arrangements.

Does Cong-AAP alliance pose challenge to BJP's dominance in Gujarat?

Does Cong-AAP alliance pose challenge to BJP's dominance in Gujarat?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

The Congress-AAP alliance this time aims to give a tough fight and stop the division of anti-BJP votes.

Patidar leader Hardik Patel warms up to Kejriwal ahead of Gujarat polls

Patidar leader Hardik Patel warms up to Kejriwal ahead of Gujarat polls

Rediff.com15 Oct 2016

Kejriwal, on a four-day visit to Gujarat, is widely seen to be in the poll-bound state to woo the numerously strong Patel community to gain foothold in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's home turf.

Kejriwal asked to collect Rs 500 cr: Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar

Kejriwal asked to collect Rs 500 cr: Conman Sukesh Chandrashekhar

Rediff.com5 Nov 2022

AAP alleged that the BJP had struck a deal with the "conman sitting in Tihar''.

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Can Kejriwal beat Modi in Delhi?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2020

'Mr Kejriwal has played it cool in distancing himself from Delhi's hotspots, adroitly pandering to the BJP's Hindu vote.' 'He neither visited the scene of JNU violence nor has he dropped by at Shaheen Bagh,' notes Sunil Sethi.

Soren invites Modi to his swearing-in ceremony

Soren invites Modi to his swearing-in ceremony

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

Acting Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, in his first visit to the national capital after leading his ruling alliance to an unprecedented second straight term in the state.

Kejriwal faces protests from Delhi to Punjab

Kejriwal faces protests from Delhi to Punjab

Rediff.com8 Sep 2016

The Aam Aadmi Party alleged that the chief minister was manhandled during the "pre-planned" protest.

Day after attack, Kejriwal says there's a conspiracy to kill him

Day after attack, Kejriwal says there's a conspiracy to kill him

Rediff.com21 Nov 2018

"During the past two years, there have been four attacks on me. This is not a minor issue. I think in India's history, there must not be a single example when a chief minister faced attacks on four occasions in two years. So, it is clear that such attacks are not taking place, but they are being carried out," Kejriwal told reporters.

Kejriwal shares Aam Aadmi's gyaan with German Prez

Kejriwal shares Aam Aadmi's gyaan with German Prez

Rediff.com6 Feb 2014

In his first interaction with a visiting foreign dignitary, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday night met German President Joachim Guack during which issues ranging from Jan Lokpal Bill and AAP's plan for coming Lok Sabha elections were believed to have figured.

Kejriwal announces 6 guarantees for Gujarat farmers, including loan waiver

Kejriwal announces 6 guarantees for Gujarat farmers, including loan waiver

Rediff.com2 Sep 2022

Announcing yet another pre-poll "guarantee" in Gujarat, Aam Aadmi Party convener Arvind Kejriwal on Friday said his party, if voted to power in the state, will waive farm loans and also create a mechanism to buy produce from farmers at Minimum Support Price (MSP).

Govt to introduce Delhi services bill in LS on Tuesday

Govt to introduce Delhi services bill in LS on Tuesday

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

The Delhi services bill which seeks to replace an ordinance that mandated the creation of an authority for transfers and postings of senior officers in the Delhi government is listed for introduction in the Lok Sabha on Tuesday.

Hand over police to Delhi government: Kejriwal to Centre

Hand over police to Delhi government: Kejriwal to Centre

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

In the wake of gruesome murder of a 19-year-old girl, Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday renewed his long-standing demand for handing over of Delhi Police to the city government even as police Commissioner B S Bassi said he will try to dispel "misconceptions" about functioning of his force in his meeting on Monday with the chief minister.

Yamuna waters reach SC's door, Rajghat inundated; 3 boys drown

Yamuna waters reach SC's door, Rajghat inundated; 3 boys drown

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

The India Meteorological Department on Friday predicted that Delhi will likely receive light to moderate rain accompanied by thunderstorms for the next 4-5 days.