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PM degree row: SC refuses to entertain Kejriwal's plea against HC order

The Supreme Court on Friday refused to entertain Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea challenging the high court order rejecting his request to stay the criminal defamation proceedings filed by the Gujarat University over his remarks about Prime Minister Narendra Modi's educational qualification. Gujarat University Registrar Piyush Patel had filed a defamation case against Kejriwal and AAP leader Sanjay Singh over their alleged comments after the Gujarat High Court set aside an order of the Chief Information Commissioner for providing information about Modi's degrees to them under the RTI Act. A bench of Justices Sanjiv Khanna and SVN Bhatti said it is not issuing notice on the plea as the matter is pending before the Gujarat High Court and is listed for hearing on August 29. The bench said the Gujarat University and Kejriwal can raise their grievances before the high court. At the outset, senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for Kejriwal, said the high court had wron

AAP MP Sanjay Singh misses Parliament Privileges Committee deadline

Sanjay Singh was suspended from Rajya Sabha on August 11

Delhi CM promises to supply clean drinking water 24x7 to households

People in Delhi will get 24x7 supply of clean drinking water in their homes in the next few years, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Wednesday. He also promised that all unauthorised colonies will have roads by December 2024. The AAP chief said his government built roads in 850 colonies in the past seven years, compared to 250 in the national capital's 1,700 colonies in the last 65 years. Speaking at the inauguration of a road development project in the unauthorised Dashrathpuri colony of Dwarka, Kejriwal said he is a common man who only knows how to work for the people. He assured the people that he will not let development works stop despite the Centre "taking away" the powers of his government. "The Supreme Court, in its May 11 order, said the elected government should have all the power to work but, on May 19, they (Centre) brought an ordinance and snatched all the powers of the elected government," Kejriwal said. The Delhi chief minister claimed that he does not underst

Kejriwal hails successful landing of Chandrayaan-3's lunar module

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal joined the country in congratulating the scientists of ISRO on the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3's lunar module on the moon's surface on Wednesday and called it a "historical" moment. "This is historical. It is a big achievement for the country. It is a matter of pride for all of us. Many congratulations to all the countrymen, scientists, engineers and employees of ISRO for the success of Chandrayaan-3. Bharat Mata Ki Jai," the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener said in a post on X. AAP Rajya Sabha MP and national spokesperson Raghav Chadha said the successful landing was a "triumph unmatched. "We're over the moon! he said on X. This feat is a testament to the Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) indomitable spirit, he said, adding that their commitment and hard work has made every Indian's heart swell with pride. "Chandrayaan3 imprints our identity on the Moon's southern frontier, a triumph unmatched, Chadha said. This histo

Public holiday in Delhi from Sept 8-10 for G20; Banks, markets to be shut

All private and government offices in Delhi will remain closed on September 8-10 while banks and commercial establishments, including markets, in the New Delhi district will be shut during these three days. Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal approved a proposal in this regard in view of the G20 Summit in the national capital. According to the approved proposal, all schools and colleges will remain closed during these three days. "The file has been sent to Lt Governor VK Saxena for his nod. After the Lt Governor's approval, a public notification will be issued by the Delhi government," a top city government officer told PTI. All commercial and business establishments, including banks and financial institutions, located within the jurisdiction of the New Delhi police district will remain closed on September 8-10. Special Police Commissioner Madhup Tiwari on August 18 wrote to the chief secretary, suggesting that the government declare public holidays during September 8-10 and issue ...

Chhattisgarh Assembly elections: Kejriwal makes 10 promises; Details here

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made 10 promises to the people of Chhattisgarh, which included free electricity, hiring more teachers, and free pilgrimage trips for the elderly

Even rich going to Aam Aadmi Mohalla clinics as doctors there are good: CM

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said a total of 533 Aam Aadmi Mohalla Clinics (AAMCs) are functional in Delhi at present and asserted that even the rich people are seeking treatment at these medical facilities as doctors and services there are good. Speaking after inaugurating a new Mohalla Clinic at Keshopur Mandi in Tilak Nagar, he also said the OPD footfall at AAMCs in the year 2022-23 had stood at over two crore while more than 10 lakh tests were conducted in this period. Five new mohalla clinics, including the one at Keshopur Mandi, are being inaugurated on Tuesday in various parts of the national capital. The other four AAMCs are located at Block C, Shahbad Dairy area; Block L, Kalkaji Market; Guru Ravidas Marg, Govindpuri; and Block D, Shahbad Dairy area. Mohalla clinics are one of the flagship initiatives of the Arvind Kejriwal government to boost the primary healthcare system in Delhi. "A total of 533 mohalla clinics are functional in Delhi at present, 512

Delhi govt will regularise all MCD employees, says CM Arvind Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said all temporary employees of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) would be regularised. Addressing an MCD programme at the Thyagaraj Stadium where he handed over appointment letters to 317 newly regularised employees, the chief minister said employees of Delhi's municipal corporation received salaries on the first date of the month "after 13 years". "God is with us and with His blessings and the blessings of you all, I am optimistic that we will make MCD the best municipal corporation in the world," he asserted. MCD employees are getting salaries on time for the last two months and the civic body's tax collection has also increased because it is being led by an "honest dispensation", Kejriwal said. He said MCD employees and its officers will make Delhi the cleanest city in the country in the next two to three years. Mayor Shelly Oberoi and Urban Development Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj were also present at the event. "I met with

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Will attend INDIA bloc meeting in Mumbai: AAP national convener Kejriwal

Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party national convener Arvind Kejriwal on Monday said he will attend the meeting of the opposition alliance scheduled to be held by the end of this month in Mumbai. "Will go to Mumbai. Will share with you the outcome," Kejriwal told reporters on the sidelines of an event when asked if he would join the upcoming meeting of the opposition parties in Mumbai. The meeting of the opposition bloc INDIA is scheduled to be held on August 31 and September 1 in Mumbai. This will be the third meeting of the bloc forged to take on the BJP-led NDA in the upcoming general election. According to sources, the Mumbai meeting would be held in the format of the Bengaluru meeting with leaders first conversing in an informal setting on August 31 before the main meeting the next day. During the meeting, the parties are expected to iron out their differences as much as possible, especially in states where they are in a direct poll battle. The meeting is being hosted ..

Delhi govt officer accused of raping minor, his wife detained: Police

A senior Delhi government official, who is accused of raping a minor several times and impregnating her, was taken into police custody on Monday, officials said. Police also took the accused's wife into custody, they said, adding that the statement of the minor is being recorded. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has ordered the suspension of the officer -- a deputy director with the women and child development department. The girl was staying with the accused and his family at their house after her father passed away on October 1, 2020. The accused had allegedly raped the girl several times between November 2020 and January 2021, a senior police officer had said, adding that his wife has also been charged with giving her medicine to terminate pregnancy. Responding to the allegation against its official, the Delhi government said "the sternest possible action should be taken against him" if found guilty.

We will join the INDIA bloc meeting in Mumbai on August 31: Arvind Kejriwal

"We will go to Mumbai and will let you know whatever the strategy is," said Kerjriwal while speaking to the media

Forget mama, chacha has come: Kejriwal's dig at Shivraj Chouhan in MP

2023 Madhya Pradesh Legislative Assembly election: Arvind Kejriwal also announced a slew of 'guarantees' for the people of Madhya Pradesh if elected to power

Kejriwal suspends WCD officer accused of raping minor, seeks report from CS

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Monday ordered the suspension of a Delhi government officer accused of raping a minor several times and impregnating her. The chief minister has also sought a report from Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar by 5 pm, officials said. The officer of the Delhi government's women and child development department has been booked for allegedly raping his friend's minor daughter several times and impregnating her, police had said on Sunday. The girl was staying with the accused - a deputy director in the department - and his family at their house after her father passed away on October 1, 2020.

Congress hits back at Kejriwal after he criticises its govt in Chhattisgarh

The Congress on Saturday hit back at Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal for his criticism of its government in Chhattisgarh and challenged him to compare the performance of the previous Sheila Dikshit government with his current dispensation in the national capital. The Congress' sharp reaction came after Kejriwal, campaigning in poll-bound Chhattisgarh, slammed the "terrible condition" of Chhattisgarh government schools. Kejriwal and Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann addressed an AAP workers' convention in Raipur earlier in the day. Responding to Kejriwal's attack, Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera said, "Why go to Raipur? Performance of our Chhattisgarh govt will be compared with the previous Raman Singh govt." "Let us choose a sector of your choice and compare the performance of Congress government in Delhi vs your govt here. Ready for a debate?" Khera said. "Before flying to Raipur, talk about the ground situation of Delhi

Kejriwal promises 300 units of free electricity in Chhattisgarh if AAP wins

Meanwhile, AAP national convenor slammed the state government (Congress) over the condition of government schools in Chhattisgarh and said that it is in "terrible condition"

Ordinance on services matter was brought as money power: Kejriwal

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday attacked the BJP-led Centre, saying the ordinance on services matter was brought as money power and the threat of the ED and the CBI failed in Delhi. In a speech in the Assembly, he also claimed that the BJP has brought the "Sanghi" model of democracy through the Services Bill while asserting that the 2024 Lok Sabha elections will be fought on the issue of full statehood for the national capital. Kejriwal alleged that the "democratic rights of the people of Delhi were trampled through the ordinance and the bill". "There are several styles of democratic systems like the Westminister style and parliamentary style. These people (BJP) have brought the Sanghi style of democracy through this bill," he said. "The ordinance on services matter was brought because money power and the threat of the ED and the CBI had failed in Delhi," he added. Kejriwal also claimed that recently, someone from BJP had threatened him, saying, "We will make you bow ...

Delhi Assembly likely to discuss Manipur issue on last day of its session

Earlier AAP leader and Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on August 11 said it is unfortunate that Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not visit Manipur and take any action on it

Delhi LG's objections to 2-day assembly session 'not correct': Dpt speaker

Deputy Speaker of Delhi Assembly Rakhi Birla on Wednesday said LG V K Saxena has raised objections to the convening of the two-day session and added that his observations are "not correct". Speaking in the Delhi Assembly, Birla said Saxena has written a letter to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in which the LG has expressed his objections to the two-day session, saying rules on it were not being followed. The deputy speaker said that Saxena's observations were "not correct" since the session that commenced on Wednesday was in continuation of the previous session convened in April. Earlier, Saxena had also flagged "grave procedural lapses" in the session convened in April, which was called after Kejriwal received summons from the CBI for questioning him in connection with the excise policy case. Birla also said that the Speaker has the power under the rules to convene the session anytime even after the assembly is adjourned sine die. Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Ramvir Si

For India to become 'vishwaguru', harmony, good education must: Kejriwal

With an eye on the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday said that for India to become "vishwaguru" (world leader), people should live in harmony and be assured of good education, healthcare and uninterrupted power supply. In his Independence Day speech at Chhatrasal stadium here, the AAP national convenor also cited violence and clashes between different communities in Manipur and Haryana. Citing electricity subsidy, Mohalla Clinics and efforts to provide quality education to students as his government's achievements, Kejriwal gave a break-up of the money needed to replicate it all over the country. He said that if all power plants run, schools and hospitals are improved and Mohalla Clinics are opened all over the country in the next two-five years, at least 3 crore new jobs will be created and people will get relief from inflation. The AAP national convener expressed sadness at the events that have unfolded in Manipur, which has been roiled by ...