The Latest Breaking News from Arvind Kejriwal

AAP alleges fraud as Raghav Chadha makes it to Delhi voter rolls

Deleted in Punjab’s special intensive revision, Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha’s name is now available in Delhi’s draft roll.

Newslaundry · Sep 9

Raghav Chadha hits back at AAP over voter roll row, says followed all ECI procedures

Raghav Chadha denied Aam Aadmi Party's allegations regarding his voter registration. He stated that all Election Commission of India guidelines were followed. The Election Commission clarified the standard procedures for electoral roll modifications. AAP questioned how Chadha's name appeared after a draft roll was published. This situation raises questions about…

The Economic Times · Sep 9

‘Sanatan’ campaigns to Modi posters: Meet TV media’s ‘CJP rebel’

For several days, ANI and multiple television channels ran with a storyline that a rebellion had broken out inside the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP).

Newslaundry · Sep 8

Land, jobs, tribal quota: The issues forming Goa 2027, and why BJP still starts ahead

As Goa’s coastal landscape settles into a late-onset monsoon and tourist footfall begins to taper, political activity is set to intensify. Leaders of top parties are expected to land in the state for regional events, organisational meetings and, crucially, to assess the ground situation ahead of the Goa assembly elections,…

Newslaundry · Aug 18

Delhi High Court to hear on Monday CBI's challenge to discharge of Arvind Kejriwal in excise case

The Delhi High Court will hear the CBI's petition challenging a trial court order. This order had discharged AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia. The court will also consider applications seeking dismissal of the CBI's revision petition. Kejriwal and Sisodia claim the CBI filed its plea with "unprecedented haste".…

The Economic Times · Aug 16

India's 80th Independence Day: A look at protests in its 79-year journey till 'cockroaches' hit the streets

India's post-independence history showcases persistent dissent and public mobilization. Students, farmers, and citizens have repeatedly challenged governments through protests. These movements have influenced policies on caste, environment, and governance.

The Economic Times · Aug 15

Dismiss CBI's challenge to discharge in excise case: Kejriwal, Sisodia to Delhi High Court

Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia urged the Delhi High Court to dismiss the CBI's appeal. They stated the petition was filed with unprecedented haste and in an unserious manner. The leaders argued the CBI's case against them was unclear and non-specific. The trial court had discharged all accused persons after…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

Will Kejriwal seek Punjab govt's resignation, BJP asks after High Court stay on pharma officers' recruitment

The BJP criticised Arvind Kejriwal after a court stayed Punjab's pharmacy officer appointments. This court order raises serious questions about the state government's recruitment process. The BJP questioned Kejriwal's silence on issues affecting students in Punjab and Jharkhand. Opposition disruptions in Parliament were also criticised by the BJP spokesperson. Politicians…

The Economic Times · Aug 13

‘Bid to eliminate the messenger’: Social media takedowns leaving users in the dark

Posts by journalists, political parties, activists and media organisations are increasingly being restricted or taken down on platforms such as Meta and X, following government notices issued under Section 79(3)(b) of the Information Technology Act. This trend has raised concerns over transparency, due process and press freedom in India.

Newslaundry · Aug 12

"Did order come from PMO?": Arvind Kejriwal targets BJP over 'zombie drug' video claim linked to Punjab

Arvind Kejriwal accused BJP MPs of spreading falsehoods regarding a video purportedly from Punjab. The Punjab Police clarified the circulated video actually originated from Rajasthan. Kejriwal also criticised the Modi government's E20 fuel policy implementation. He stated the government suppresses voices critical of its fuel initiative. AAP advocates for transparency…

The Economic Times · Aug 11