Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed an additional affidavit seeking the recusal of a judge, citing the empanelment of the judge's children as counsel for the Centre.

CM Rekha Gupta accused Arvind Kejriwal of disrespecting democracy and questioning government agencies after he personally argued for a High Court judge to recuse himself from his case.

Arvind Kejriwal stated his apprehension about not receiving a fair hearing in a connected money laundering case, noting that the court deferred the case after hearing the agency for only five minutes.

Concerns have been raised regarding potential alterations to West Bengal's electoral map, as districts with higher Muslim voter populations experienced more deletions during the adjudication process ahead of assembly elections.

Aam Aadmi Party MP Raghav Chadha has spoken out after being removed from his position as Rajya Sabha deputy leader, denying allegations of 'soft PR' and challenging his critics.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal has informed the Gujarat Chief Minister of an alleged conspiracy to jail AAP workers ahead of upcoming elections.

India's Enforcement Directorate (ED) has moved the Delhi High Court to challenge the acquittal of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal in January, following his skipping of summons.

A Delhi minister has released a 'Dhurandhar Part 3' video showcasing Arvind Kejriwal's former residence, prompting the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to demand a tour of the Prime Minister's house in response.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal announced that if his party comes to power in Gujarat, women in the state will receive Rs 1,000 per month.

A Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report has revealed significant cost overruns and procedural irregularities in the renovation of Arvind Kejriwal's former residence, with costs escalating from ₹8.6 crore to ₹33.6 crore.

CAG Report Reveals Kejriwal's Bungalow Renovation Cost Rs 33.6 Crore, Exceeding Estimates by 342%

The Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) has cut its sanitation budget by almost 20%, with only 35% of allotted funds utilized in the current fiscal year.

Delhi HC chief Justice DK Upadhyaya rejects Kejriwal’s plea to transfer CBI appeal against trial court order discharging him and others in excise policy case

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has pledged that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government will establish facilities to enable local industries to effectively compete with China.

Manish Sisodia, in Jammu, criticized the Modi government, alleging it is normalizing the jailing of individuals like Wangchuk and Kejriwal on 'bogus charges'.

Indian politician Partap Singh Bajwa has criticized the Punjab Government, demanding accountability for an alleged unfulfilled promise by Arvind Kejriwal regarding Rs 54,00 crore.

Govt. ‘insulting’ freedom fighters by branding execution room as tiffin room, says AAP chief; there’s no basis to claim about existence of execution room, says panel chief; AAP misled public: Speaker

AAP national convener informs panel he will attend hearing on March 6 in compliance with summons, writes to committee chairman demanding that the proceedings be livestreamed for transparency

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has appealed against Arvind Kejriwal's discharge in the excise policy case, asserting that the judge conducted a 'mini trial' and lacked a basic understanding of the prosecution's case.

Former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia rallied Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) cadre, urging them to 'work with courage, take risks, face probe agencies' and to remove Prime Minister Modi to install Arvind Kejriwal as PM.

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal attacked Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a rally in Jantar Mantar, alleging corruption and stating that the BJP's 'countdown has begun,' following his discharge in the Delhi excise policy case.

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to address a public rally at Jantar Mantar, where he will present his views and outline the future direction of the AAP party.

Reports detail the aggregate jail time of AAP's top leaders in the Delhi liquor scam case, totaling 82 months, and outline charges and clean chits for six key figures involved in the case.

He said that there should be a presumption of innocence during the case before concluding that the 'involved politician' is guilty.

A Delhi court cautioned probe agencies against using investigations to influence political outcomes, stating corruption charges in the liquor policy case lacked sufficient evidence. The judge emphasized that election funding irregularities fall under the Election Commission's purview, not criminal law, unless a distinct criminal offense is proven. This ruling highlights concerns about agencies overstepping their bounds.

An Indian court has dismissed a CBI case, discharging Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 other individuals, calling the exercise 'premeditated and choreographed'.

Arvind Kejriwal, India's first sitting chief minister to be arrested, has been cleared of all charges in the excise policy case, marking a significant political comeback.

In a strongly worded ruling, Special Judge (PC Act) Jitender Singh of the Rouse Avenue Court said the prosecution’s case was "legally infirm, unsustainable, and unfit to proceed any further in law". The court further observed that when the material collected by the agency was tested on admissibility, relevance and probative value, "the appearance of a coherent conspiracy dissolves," exposing the allegations as being founded on inadmissible material and post-facto reconstruction.

The agency said that the trial court ignored and inadequately considered several points at the level of framing of charges.

Arvind Kejriwal has been acquitted in a case, with reports suggesting the CBI had no substantial evidence and acted on political orders. The opposition may leverage this acquittal to regain political standing.

Delhi excise policy case: According to the CBI, several aspects of investigation have either been ignored or not considered adequately.

Delhi Liquor Policy Case: "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere," the judge said.

Arvind Kejriwal, chief of the Aam Aadmi Party, became emotional after being acquitted in a liquor 'scam' case, reiterating his commitment to honesty.

Taking a swipe at AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has said that "Bhaiya has been chased away" and it is "Didi's turn now"

An opinion piece discusses former Supreme Court judge Abhay S Oka's assertion that sitting judges should refrain from participating in political events, a statement made in the context of Arvind Kejriwal's recusal plea.

This article profiles Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, detailing her career from a young magistrate to the judge currently presiding over Arvind Kejriwal’s recusal plea.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has sought the recusal of Justice Sharma, with the CBI arguing that attending an event does not constitute ideological bias.

Arvind Kejriwal is set to personally argue his case in the Delhi High Court next week concerning the recusal of a judge in the excise policy case.

The Delhi High Court has issued a 'last opportunity' directive to AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and 20 other individuals, instructing them to respond to an Enforcement Directorate plea in the ongoing excise policy case.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Arvind Kejriwal announced in Dahod, Gujarat, that every person in the state would receive a Rs 10 lakh health cover if his party is elected to power.

A political storm has erupted after BJP's Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma compared former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal to 'Rehman Dakait' over the renovation of his official residence, dubbed a 'sheesh mahal', highlighting a significant cost escalation.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced its intention to contest all 12,000 seats in the upcoming Gujarat local body polls and has released its initial list of 455 candidates ahead of a tour by Arvind Kejriwal.

A report reveals that the renovation of Arvind Kejriwal's Flagstaff bungalow, where he resided as Delhi Chief Minister, cost 33 crore rupees, which is 342% over the allocated budget.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called on the Central government to regulate airfares, stating that air travel is no longer a luxury but a necessity for the middle class, especially amid the West Asia conflict.

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice on the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) plea challenging a trial court order that discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, indicating it will be decided alongside the CBI's appeal.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal accused the BJP of insulting farmers and called on the people of Gujarat to change the entire political system in the 2027 state assembly elections.

The Delhi Assembly has informed Arvind Kejriwal that privilege panel proceedings are confidential and cannot be livestreamed, in response to his request.

Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to appear before the Privileges Committee on March 6 in connection with the 'Phansi Ghar' controversy.

CBI has asserted that the judge lacked basic understanding of the prosecution’s case as a whole and the corresponding law at the stage of charge

An article discusses the vindication of Arvind Kejriwal, framing it as a significant event with implications and a warning for Indian democracy.

The CBI has appealed the Delhi High Court against a trial court's decision to discharge all 23 accused, including Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, in the Delhi excise policy case. The trial court found no prima facie case of conspiracy or criminal intent, criticizing the prosecution's reliance on conjecture. The High Court will hear the CBI's challenge on March 9.

Arvind Kejriwal stated he would quit politics if the BJP wins 10 seats in immediate elections, following a court's criticism of the CBI's charge sheet against him and others.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is planning a mega rally and a 'national role' for its leader, Arvind Kejriwal, as part of its next steps.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann comments on the court's relief for Arvind Kejriwal in an excise policy case, stating that the order proves that 'truth always triumphs' and the 'triumph of light is there'.

Trial court’s decision not only a setback to BJP but also to Congress that helped the BJP for vested political interests, he says

The Congress party attacked Arvind Kejriwal with a meme depicting Rahul Gandhi as a 'lion', leading Kejriwal to retort by questioning why Robert Vadra and Rahul Gandhi haven't faced jail despite cases.

Social activist Anna Hazare on Friday welcomed the discharge of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy case, saying the court's verdict must be accepted as judiciary is supreme.

While junking CBI’s Excise Policy case, Delhi court questions agency’s repeated use of ‘South Group’ in the charge sheet against Kejriwal and others

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"The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has decided to appeal in the high court against the judgment of the trial court immediately since several aspects of the investigation have either been…

The case originated from allegations surrounding the now-withdrawn Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 introduced by the Aam Aadmi Party government. The CBI had alleged that the policy framework was tailored to benefit certain private players through reduced licence fees and predetermined profit margins, resulting in kickbacks and financial losses to the Delhi government.

An Indian court has acquitted Arvind Kejriwal, a prominent opponent of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a graft case, marking a significant development in Indian politics.

“This is the BJP playbook – vendetta as governance and agencies as campaign tools,” Mr. Khera said.

Former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy CM Manish Sisodia were acquitted in the Delhi excise policy case. Kejriwal spent five months in jail, while Sisodia was incarcerated for 17 months.

Arvind Kejriwal is set to lead an anti-government rally in March, protesting against job cuts.

Saini, a political figure, has accused Kejriwal's party of being more corrupt than Congress while campaigning in Ludhiana, setting the stage for the 2027 Punjab elections.

During a Delhi High Court hearing, Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma praised Arvind Kejriwal's arguments, telling him he could become a lawyer. This interaction occurred as Kejriwal requested the judge's recusal from the case.

The Delhi High Court has sought a response from Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal regarding the Enforcement Directorate's petition challenging his acquittal in summons cases related to the excise policy, setting April 29 as the next hearing date.

Arvind Kejriwal reacted to a video of his former bungalow posted by a PWD minister, stating that the BJP has done nothing but abuse him for a year and has ruined Delhi.

The Delhi Assembly proceedings were dominated by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report on former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence renovation, which cost Rs 33.6 crore, significantly over budget. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta called the report a 'document of moral decline,' while Parvesh Sahib Singh dramatically accused Kejriwal of building 'not one, but two Sheesh Mahals'.

At the launch of Sanjay Raut's book, Arvind Kejriwal predicted that Prime Minister Narendra Modi might not remain in office past 2026, citing declining popularity and alleged electoral corruption.

A report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has revealed that the renovation work on former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's bungalow cost 342 percent more than the initial estimates.

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has sharply criticized the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi, calling them the "B-team of BJP" and accusing them of failing to learn from past experiences, particularly regarding allegations against Arvind Kejriwal.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal stated his frustration with Chinese imports and pledged full support to industries in Punjab, encouraging domestic production.

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has launched a strong attack on Prime Minister Modi, labeling him 'Trump’s yes man' amid a reported LPG cylinder shortage. Kejriwal questioned the government's position on the West Asia conflict in relation to the crisis.

Not only does the court order put AAP in a good light, but it also paints the Bharatiya Janata Party in a bad light, party leaders say

An opinion piece reflects on the 'Kejriwal case,' emphasizing that powerful individuals must respect established boundaries and 'red lines.'

Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to appear before the Privileges Committee of the Delhi Legislative Assembly concerning the 'Phansi Ghar' case, following his acquittal in the excise policy case.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has received a 'clean chit' in the 'Liquorgate' case, sparking political reactions, while the CBI has appealed against his discharge, citing a 'mini trial'.

Spl Court order discharging Kejriwal and others in excise case illegal, disregards material showing culpability: CBI

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta attacked Arvind Kejriwal, stating his "pot of deceit" won't work again and he's guilty in the eyes of Delhi's people. She highlighted alleged scams and the BJP government's focus on development and direct benefit transfers, contrasting it with AAP's alleged lack of progress.

AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal is scheduled to hold a public meeting at Jantar Mantar on Sunday, marking his first public appearance since being discharged from a liquor policy case.

A court has ruled that the evidence against Kejriwal, based on a single witness statement, does not meet the required legal standard.

The BJP has leveraged the excise controversy to undermine the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and its leader Arvind Kejriwal, portraying it as a betrayal of their anti-corruption stance.

A court has granted relief to Kejriwal, with implications for the BJP, Congress, and the opposition in India.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal issued a 'massive dare' to Prime Minister Modi following a court decision that he described as an 'honesty' win.

The AAP governed Delhi for over 10 years and was seen as very popular until the liquor policy charges and the 'Sheesh Mahal' controversy.

A Delhi court discharged former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia in the excise policy case, citing insufficient evidence.

Arvind Kejriwal launched a strong attack against Prime Minister Modi and Amit Shah, stating, 'You need to kill me to stop me.'

An Indian court has acquitted former Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal of corruption charges, months after his arrest in March 2024.

AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia, and 21 others, get clean chit in the case while CBI has decided to appeal against the decision.

“If the entire charges were baseless, (how) then the charges were framed?” Mr. Trivedi said

A person can be discharged before framing of charges due to failure to establish prima facie case, says expert; means allegations not enough to start trial

A Delhi court has discharged Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia in the excise corruption case, leading to claims of truth triumphing over false accusations. The case involves allegations of irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi president, Saurabh Bharadwaj, announced that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will lead a protest against the BJP government's alleged anti-people decisions causing job losses, citing distress among the city's residents.

Arvind Kejriwal has criticized the Gujarat Budget, stating that it offers nothing for the 'aam aadmi' (common people).