New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The acquittal of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi liquor policy case has injected fresh energy into opposition ranks and could soon find resonance in Kerala’s fast-evolving political landscape as the state heads to Assembly elections.With Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan in Delhi to attend the Politburo meeting of the CPI-M, indications are that he is likely to call on Kejriwal in what would be a politically loaded meeting.The two leaders share a…
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New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) The Congress on Friday mounted an attack on the BJP after a Delhi court acquitted former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in the alleged liquor policy scam case.Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera alleged that the BJP and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have a tacit political understanding and they help each other when it suits their interests.In a post on X, Khera claimed that proceedings against the BJP’s “convenient alli…
New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal became emotional after being discharged by the Rouse Avenue Court in the Delhi excise policy case. Speaking to the media for the first time after the verdict, Kejriwal wept inconsolably. Former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia was seen hugging Kejriwal, wiping his tears and consoling him as party supporters gathered around.Addressing reporters, Kejriwal said, “The way they kept …
New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) In a significant development, former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have been acquitted in the high-profile Delhi liquor excise policy case.The Rouse Avenue Court observed that there was no evidence against the two leaders, granting them a major reprieve.The court emphasised the importance of a fair investigation to ensure a fair trial, noting that the prosecution had failed to substantiate its allegations. Regarding …
New Delhi, Feb 27 (IANS) As the Rouse Avenue Court discharged AAP national convenor and former Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, his wife, Sunita Kejriwal, on Friday said that truth always prevails. Sunita Kejriwal took to her social media X and said, “No matter how powerful someone becomes in this world, they cannot surpass the power of Shiva. Truth always prevails.”Meanwhile, the Rouse Avenue Court observed that there was no evidence against the two leaders, gr…
New Delhi, Feb 25 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice to the Delhi Police on a petition filed by Congress leader and All India Mahila Congress President Alka Lamba seeking quashing of an FIR, chargesheet and the order framing criminal charges against her in connection with a protest held at Jantar Mantar demanding implementation of women’s reservation. A single-judge Bench of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma sought the response of the Delhi Police and listed the matter for further…
New Delhi, Feb 12 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday told the Delhi High Court that it will challenge the acquittal of AAP convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in cases relating to alleged non-compliance with the federal anti-money laundering agency’s summons in connection with the excise policy case. The submission was made by Additional Solicitor General (ASG) S.V. Raju before the Delhi High Court after counsel for Kejriwal sought permission to withdraw a p…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) Bihar Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav on Monday pleaded innocence in the alleged Railways land-for-jobs corruption case being probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and expressed his willingness to face trial. Appearing before the Special CBI Court at Rouse Avenue, Tejashwi Yadav pleaded not guilty to charges of corruption, cheating and criminal conspiracy and opted to contest the case on merits.Earlier, on January 29, the trial court had granted perm…
New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has informed the Rouse Avenue Court that allegations regarding the purported fraudulent inclusion of her name in the voter list before obtaining Indian citizenship are “politically motivated” and devoid of merit.A detailed reply has been submitted on her behalf before the Rouse Avenue Court opposing a revision petition that accuses her of securing entry into the electoral rolls through fraudulent means before acqui…
New Delhi, Jan 29 (IANS) Daughters of Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) President Lalu Prasad Yadav – Misa Bharti and Hema Yadav – pleaded their innocence on Thursday in connection with the alleged Railways land-for-jobs corruption case being probed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).Deposing before the Special CBI Court at Rouse Avenue, the duo pleaded not guilty to the charges and expressed their willingness to face trial.Meanwhile, Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi, and their son …