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Delhi: AAP MLAs walk out during discussion on CAG report on DTC
New Delhi, March 24: A day before presenting the Delhi Budget 2025-26, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday tabled a CAG report in the Delhi Assembly pointing that DTC's losses increased in six years by Rs 35,000 crore, rising from Rs 25,300 crore in 2015-16 to nearly Rs 60,750 crore in 2021-22.
CAG report on DTC: BJP slams AAP over corruption, says 'uncomfortable truths coming out'
New Delhi, March 24: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday launched a scathing critique of the previous AAP dispensation in the capital, accusing it of facilitating corruption and financial mismanagement in Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC)'s operations.
BJP spent 10 years abusing Kejriwal, should show work now: AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj
New Delhi, March 23: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Delhi President Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday took a jibe at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), stating that the party has spent the last decade criticizing AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal and intends to continue doing so for the next five years.
Kejriwal attacks Delhi govt over failure to pay Rs 2,500 to women; slams Congress
New Delhi, March 23: In his maiden public appearance after AAP’s defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections, the party’s National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday attacked the BJP government for not paying Rs 2,500 to women by March 8 and criticised its alleged decision to remove photos of Shaheed Bhagat Singh and Dr B.R. Ambedkar from offices.
Newly appointed AAP leaders vow to expand party's base, work for welfare of people
New Delhi, March 21: Just after the Aam Aadmi Party saw a major reshuffle of its leadership on Friday, its leaders vowed to work for the welfare of the people and expand the party's base as they prepare for the upcoming elections.
Starting from 'level zero' to rebuild city infra: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
New Delhi, March 20: Marking her first month in office, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday hit out at the previous AAP government for ruining the city's basic facilities and infrastructure, promising to offer relief despite being forced to start from 'level zero' to rebuild a Viksit Delhi.
Swati Maliwal 'exposes' Kejriwal's 'political motives' behind crackdown on Punjab farmers
New Delhi, March 20: Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Thursday criticised the alleged political motives of her estranged party national convener Arvind Kejriwal behind the use of force against protesting farmers on the Punjab border, accusing him of adopting 'double standards'.
Kejriwal de ishareya te nachda: Union Minister Bittu tears into Punjab CM over detention of farmers
New Delhi, March 20: As the Centre continues to hold talks with the farmers in Punjab, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu slammed the Bhagwant Mann government in the state over the detention of protesting farmers at the Shambhu border, saying that the people of Punjab would "not allow" the Chief Minister to enter any village.
Security heightened at Haryana - Punjab Shambhu Border amid farmers protest
Chandigarh, March 20: Security has been heightened at the Haryana - Punjab Shambhu Border as Haryana Police on Thursday morning removed concrete barricades erected at the border to restrict farmers' movement further from where they were sitting on a protest over various demands.
Law should take its course, says Delhi Assembly Speaker on ACB FIR against Satyendar Jain
New Delhi, March 20: Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday stated that the law should take its course after the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) filed a First Information Report (FIR) against former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain in connection with alleged corruption and bribery related to the Rs 571 crore CCTV project in the national capital.
Retail boom: Mall space demand outstrips supply for 3rd consecutive year in India
Mumbai, March 19: The Indian retail sector is witnessing strong growth, with demand for mall space surpassing supply for the third consecutive year, a new report said on Wednesday.
Punjab govt set to conduct trial of anti-drone system to combat smuggling
Tarn Taran, March 19: Amid the call for a "war against drugs" in Punjab, the state government is set to conduct a trial of an anti-drone system in the Tarn Taran district on Wednesday. This move would combat cross-border smuggling of arms, explosives, and narcotics through drones.
Punjab govt to launch mass movement against drugs from April 1, says Kejriwal
Ludhiana, March 19: Former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National Convener Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced that a mass movement would be launched by the Punjab government against the drug menace from April 1.
Punjab CM Mann calls for collective action against corruption, drugs
Ludhiana, March 18: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday led a groundbreaking 'Lok Milni' programme in Ludhiana (West).
Bhagwant Mann will complete 5 years as CM, says AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal
Amritsar, March 16: Aam Aadmi Party National Convenor and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said that Bhagwant Mann will complete his five-year tenure as Chief Minister of Punjab.
Journey of progress...: Punjab minister Balbir Singh wishes Bhagwant Mann on completion of 3 years in office
Chandigarh, March 16: Punjab Health Minister and Aam Aadmi Party leader Balbir Singh on Sunday extended greetings to Bhagwant Mann for completing a successful three years in office as the state's Chief Minister.
Home Ministry gives nod to prosecute Sisodia, Jain facing graft allegations
New Delhi, March 13: In a fresh trouble for former Delhi ministers Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain, facing allegations of wrongdoings in connection with Education and PWD departments, the Ministry of Home Affairs has given its approval to proceed against them in corruption cases.
BJP leader Tarun Chugh slams Punjab CM, Kejriwal for failure to curb drug menace
Chandigarh, March 13: BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Thursday criticised the Bhagwant Mann government and his party's National Convener Arvind Kejriwal over their claims of fighting drugs in Punjab.
We should avoid creating controversy over Holi celebrations: Sirsa after UP minister's remark
New Delhi, March 12: In response to Uttar Pradesh Minister, Thakur Raghuraj Singh's controversial suggestion that Muslims wishing to offer Friday prayers on Holi should wear a “Tarpaulin Hijab” to avoid their clothes getting coloured during the festival of colours, Delhi Forest and Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday urged for mutual respect towards all religions and their festivals.
Legal action must follow if Kejriwal has committed corruption, says Dy Speaker of Delhi Assembly
New Delhi, March 12: Deputy Speaker of the Delhi Legislative Assembly Mohan Singh Bisht on Wednesday called for strict action against AAP convener and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, as a court has ordered the filing of an FIR against him for alleged misuse of funds.
Delhi Minister visits Janakpuri constituency, assures quick resolution of public issues
New Delhi, March 12: Delhi Cabinet Minister and Janakpuri MLA Ashish Sood visited his Assembly constituency in Janakpuri on Wednesday and held detailed interaction with the locals, also lending an ear to their complaints and grievances.
Punjab women want AAP govt to give honorarium like Delhi: Virendra Sachdeva
New Delhi, March 9: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva said on Sunday that media reports from Punjab are indicating that after the announcement of Rs 2,500 for women in Delhi, a similar demand is being raised by Punjab voters.
Kejriwal faces intense criticism for taking big cavalcade
Chandigarh, March 5: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) on Wednesday condemned a curfew-like situation for farmers, who were not being allowed to come to the state capital to register protest, even as a red carpet welcome was being accorded to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) convener Arvind Kejriwal with more than 100 vehicles escorting him for a Vipassana session from here to Hoshiarpur.
Kejriwal's 10-day Vipassana retreat: Row over AAP chief's 'lavish convoy and VIP culture' in Punjab
Hoshiarpur, March 5: As the former Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal headed to Punjab for ten-day Vipassana meditation retreat, the BJP, as well as AAP MP Swati Maliwal, pointed to alleged abuse of government machinery and misuse of public funds. They called out the AAP supremo, accusing him of promoting "VIP culture" and deploying state machinery for his own luxuries.
What type of a common man is he, wasting Punjab's money: Manjinder Singh Sirsa slams Kejriwal's security
New Delhi, March 5: Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Wednesday criticized AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal over alleged misuse of public funds, questioning the extensive security and arrangements during his visit to Punjab.
Delhi BJP chief mocks Kejriwal's Vipassana in Punjab
New Delhi, March 4: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Tuesday hit out at Arvind Kejriwal and Rahul Gandhi and claimed that they were spending public money on their annual physical well-being and entertainment.
Worried about your safety when you are in Kejriwal's company, CM Gupta tells Atishi
New Delhi, March 3: Taking a jibe, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday told Leader of Opposition Atishi to beware of her party colleague and former CM Arvind Kejriwal who allegedly got AAP MP Swati Maliwal beaten up in his house.
Delhi CM calls AAP's health model 'sick', promises makeover
New Delhi, March 3: Describing previous AAP government's health model and hospitals as "sick", Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said that CAG findings on health department's mismanagement, distribution of fake drugs, wastage of public money and shortage of doctors reconfirm what the BJP has been claiming.
AAP MP Arora raises concerns of industry with Punjab CM
Chandigarh, March 3: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Sanjeev Arora on Monday met Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann ahead of the Cabinet meeting to discuss key concerns faced by the industrial sector.
CAG report: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta drills holes in AAP's health model
New Delhi, March 3: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday hit out at the previous AAP government for making city hospitals sick and using ghost patients for misappropriating funds, while failing to fill vacancies of doctors and nurses.
Who will say no to him?: AAP MP Sanjeev Arora on Arvind Kejriwal's potential Rajya Sabha candidacy
Chandigarh, March 3: AAP MP Sanjeev Arora on Monday sparked interesting speculation about the party's future plans, particularly regarding Arvind Kejriwal's potential move to the Rajya Sabha.
I want to tell BJP that people of Delhi have elected you not to abuse but to work:Atishi
New Delhi, March 3: Leader of Opposition in Delhi Assembly Atishi claimed on Sunday that as soon as the AAP MLAs raised the issue of Rs 2500 payout for women in the House, their microphones were "switched off", and they were subsequently "thrown out."
Just the beginning....: Union Minister Shekhawat says CAG reports flag AAP govt's mismanagement in Delhi
New Delhi, March 3: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Monday said that the Comptroller and Auditor General reports on the previous Aam Aadmi Party government in Delhi has unmasked the "corruption" of the Arvind Kerjriwal-led party and that more is yet to be revealed.
Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra inspects road-strengthening work
New Delhi, March 3: Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra on Sunday evening inspected the road-strengthening work at Delhi's Khajuri Chowk.
Drugs will be eradicated from Punjab forever: Arvind Kejriwal
New Delhi, March 2: Aam Admi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal warned on Sunday that those who sell drugs will not be spared and asserted that drugs will be eradicated from Punjab forever.
FairPoint: Where's Kejriwal as Atishi struggles on Delhi roads
New Delhi, March 2: Sometimes, it is useful to stay home and reflect on situations to find solutions to issues. Perhaps this is what AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal appears to be doing.
Power struggle in Punjab after Delhi defeat, says Congress
Chandigarh, March 1: Congress general secretary in-charge of Punjab, Bhupesh Bhagel, on Saturday said all is not well with the ruling Aam Aadmi Party in the state as a power struggle has started after its devastating defeat in Delhi.
Delhi BJP chief hails govt's plan to ban sale of petrol to 15-year-old vehicles
New Delhi, March 1: Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Saturday hailed Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa's announcement of a crackdown against polluting, overage vehicles and called it a symbol of the ruling party's resolve to clean the city's air.
Delhi: Kumari Selja alleges BJP-AAP deal to suppress CAG report
New Delhi, March 1: Former Union Minister and Congress MP Kumari Selja on Saturday hit out at the BJP and the AAP for suppressing the CAG report on financial management related to Delhi's excise policy.
CAG report in Delhi Assembly: Shortcomings in Mohall Clinics, health services in abysmal state
New Delhi, Feb 28: A CAG report on health services under the erstwhile AAP government's regime tabled in the Delhi Assembly on Friday drilled holes in the implementation of Mohalla Clinics scheme and flagged is shortcomings, besides exposing lack of ICUs, shortage of staff, medicines and equipment in other government hospitals.