Delhi High Court declined to stay the privileges committee proceedings against Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia over alleged misuse of funds in the ‘Phansi Ghar’ renovation case. The Court will now decide the maintainability of their plea on December 12.
AAP minister Saurabh Bharadwaj called the petition by seven BJP MPs regarding the Ayushman Bharat scheme “politically motivated.” The BJP MPs had requested the implementation of the scheme. Bharadwaj’s response highlighted his belief that the move was driven by political interests. The petition is aimed at pressing the Central government to roll out Ayushman Bharat.
Satyendar Jain, an AAP leader, filed a defamation case against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making harmful and baseless allegations during a TV interview, which he claims damaged his reputation. The legal dispute highlights escalating defamation lawsuits in political conflicts, reflecting the ongoing rivalry between AAP and BJP.
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Today, On 29th October, the Delhi High Court asked the AAP government to respond to BJP MLAs’ request for 12 pending CAG reports on issues like liquor duty. The petitioners accuse the government of withholding these documents, hampering transparency and accountability. The case will be heard on December 9, highlighting ongoing political tensions.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s surprise resignation sparked criticism and speculation. His call for early elections and insistence on public endorsement have drawn both praise and skepticism. The move could reshape Delhi’s political landscape, with the BJP and Congress vying for advantage. Kejriwal’s decision may also reveal critical divisions within his own party.