<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, whose interim bail is set to end on Sunday (June 2), took to his official X account and urged voters to exercise their right in large numbers "in order to protect democracy and the Constitution."</p>

<p>"In this great festival of democracy, the country will vote in the last phase today. All of you are requested to exercise your right to vote in large numbers to protect democracy and the Constitution," Kejriwal posted on X.</p>

<p>"Go to vote yourself and take your neighbours along with you. Dictatorship will lose, and democracy will win," he added.</p>

<p>The AAP supremo's remarks came as the voting in the seventh and final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha election&nbsp;on Saturday (June 1) was underway.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amit-shah-slams-congress-for-boycotting-exit-polls-asks-them-not-to-run-away-727679">Amit Shah slams Congress for boycotting exit polls, asks them not to 'run away'</a>&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Going back to jail for saving country from dictatorship'</strong></h2>

<p>Kejriwal, who has been asked to surrender to police on June 2 after his interim bail ended, on Saturday (June 1) said that he is "proud" of going back to jail as he is doing it "to save the country from dictatorship."</p>

<p>He was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court till June 1 for Lok Sabha election campaigning after being arrested in connection with an excise policy scam by the Enforcement Directorate (ED).</p>

<p>“I have to surrender on June 2 and I do not know how long I will stay in jail this time. I am going to jail for saving this country from dictatorship and I am proud of it,” the chief minister told a virtual press conference.</p>

<p>“They tried to break me. They stopped my medicines while I was in jail. My weight reduced by six kg after being arrested. My weight was 70 kg when I was arrested. I have not gained weight after coming out of jail,” Kejriwal further said.</p>

<p>Doctors have advised several tests and “they feel this could be a sign of some underlying medical condition”, he added.</p>

<p>The AAP chief said that he would leave his residence at around 3 pm on Sunday (June 2) to surrender at Tihar jail. &nbsp;</p>

<p>“They will try to harass me more but I will not bow down. After going back to jail, I will be worried about you (people). I want to assure you that your services won’t stop. I will soon start providing Rs 1,000 to my mothers and sisters,” he said, referring to a scheme to give Rs 1,000 monthly honorarium.&nbsp;</p>

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, whose interim bail is set to end on Sunday (June 2), took to his official X account and urged voters to exercise their right in large numbers "in order to protect democracy and the Constitution.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, whose interim bail is set to end on Sunday (June 2), took to his official X account and urged voters to exercise their right in large numbers "in order to protect democracy and the Constitution." "In this great festival of democracy, the country will vote in the last phase today. All of you are requested to exercise your right to vote in large numbers to protect democracy and the Constitution," Kejriwal posted on X. "Go to vote yourself and take your neighbours along with you. Dictatorship will lose, and democracy will win," he added. The AAP supremo's remarks came as the voting in the seventh and final phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha election on Saturday (June 1) was underway. Also read: Amit Shah slams Congress for boycotting exit polls, asks them not to 'run away' 'Going back to jail for saving country from dictatorship' Kejriwal, who has been asked to surrender to police on June 2 after his interim bail ended, on Saturday (June 1) said that he is "proud" of going back to jail as he is doing it "to save the country from dictatorship." He was granted interim bail by the Supreme Court till June 1 for Lok Sabha election campaigning after being arrested in connection with an excise policy scam by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). “I have to surrender on June 2 and I do not know how long I will stay in jail this time. I am going to jail for saving this country from dictatorship and I am proud of it,” the chief minister told a virtual press conference. “They tried to break me. They stopped my medicines while I was in jail. My weight reduced by six kg after being arrested. My weight was 70 kg when I was arrested. I have not gained weight after coming out of jail,” Kejriwal further said. Doctors have advised several tests and “they feel this could be a sign of some underlying medical condition”, he added. The AAP chief said that he would leave his residence at around 3 pm on Sunday (June 2) to surrender at Tihar jail. “They will try to harass me more but I will not bow down. After going back to jail, I will be worried about you (people). I want to assure you that your services won’t stop. I will soon start providing Rs 1,000 to my mothers and sisters,” he said, referring to a scheme to give Rs 1,000 monthly honorarium. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha elections 2024: Arvind Kejriwal urges voters to exercise franchise to end 'dictatorship'

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will go back to Tihar jail on Sunday (June 2) after his interim bail ended on Saturday (June 1).</p>

<p>The AAP supremo was arrested in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam in March.</p>

<p>He was released from the jail on May 10 on interim bail granted by the Supreme Court for campaigning in the Lok Sabha polls.</p>

<p>Kejriwal took to his official X handle and said that he will surrender to the police and leave his house at 3 pm today.</p>

<p>"Today I will surrender by going to Tihar. I will leave home at 3 pm. First I will go to Rajghat and pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. From there I will go to Hanuman temple in Connaught Place to seek blessings of Hanuman ji. And from there I will go to the party office and meet all the workers and party leaders. From there I will again leave for Tihar," wrote Kejriwal.</p>

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<p>Earlier, the Delhi chief minister had moved&nbsp;the Supreme Court for an extension of interim bail, but the top court rejected his plea on Wednesday (May 29).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kejriwal-set-to-return-to-tihar-jail-on-june-2-ed-accuses-delhi-cm-of-suppressing-facts-727742">Also read:&nbsp;Kejriwal set to return to Tihar jail on June 2; ED accuses Delhi CM of ‘suppressing facts’ in bail plea</a></p>

<h2><strong>Delhi's court reserves order on interim bail plea</strong></h2>

<p>Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court reserved its ruling on Kejriwal's bail extension plea and said it will pronounce the order on June 5.</p>

<p>Kejriwal's advocate N Hariharan made it clear in the Rouse Avenue Court that, "It's not a plea for an extension of the SC order, it is an application for medical bail."</p>

<p>Earlier, Kejriwal had claimed before the court that "he had lost 6kg during the 50 days he spent in jail - from 70kg to 64kg - and had failed to regain it after being freed on interim bail."</p>

<p>"Doctors are saying this can also be a sign of some major disease in the body. Many tests need to be done. The ketone level in my urine has also increased a lot," he added.</p>

<p>During the hearing, representatives of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed Kejriwal's bail extension plea, saying the Supreme Court order only allowed the Delhi CM to file a regular bail application.</p>

<p>The ED also said before Special Judge Kaveri Baweja that Kejriwal has made false claims regarding his ill health and has suppressed important facts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will go back to Tihar jail on Sunday (June 2) after his interim bail ended on Saturday (June 1). The AAP supremo was arrested in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam in March.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will go back to Tihar jail on Sunday (June 2) after his interim bail ended on Saturday (June 1). The AAP supremo was arrested in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam in March. He was released from the jail on May 10 on interim bail granted by the Supreme Court for campaigning in the Lok Sabha polls. Kejriwal took to his official X handle and said that he will surrender to the police and leave his house at 3 pm today. "Today I will surrender by going to Tihar. I will leave home at 3 pm. First I will go to Rajghat and pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. From there I will go to Hanuman temple in Connaught Place to seek blessings of Hanuman ji. And from there I will go to the party office and meet all the workers and party leaders. From there I will again leave for Tihar," wrote Kejriwal. माननीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट के आदेश पर मैं 21 दिन चुनाव प्रचार के लिए बाहर आया। माननीय सुप्रीम कोर्ट का बहुत बहुत आभार। आज तिहाड़ जाकर सरेंडर करूँगा। दोपहर 3 बजे घर से निकलूँगा। पहले राजघाट जाकर महात्मा गांधी जी को श्रद्धांजलि दूँगा। वहाँ से हनुमान जी का आशीर्वाद लेने कनॉट प्लेस स्थित… — Arvind Kejriwal (@ArvindKejriwal) June 2, 2024 × Earlier, the Delhi chief minister had moved the Supreme Court for an extension of interim bail, but the top court rejected his plea on Wednesday (May 29). Also read: Kejriwal set to return to Tihar jail on June 2; ED accuses Delhi CM of ‘suppressing facts’ in bail plea Delhi's court reserves order on interim bail plea Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court reserved its ruling on Kejriwal's bail extension plea and said it will pronounce the order on June 5. Kejriwal's advocate N Hariharan made it clear in the Rouse Avenue Court that, "It's not a plea for an extension of the SC order, it is an application for medical bail." Earlier, Kejriwal had claimed before the court that "he had lost 6kg during the 50 days he spent in jail - from 70kg to 64kg - and had failed to regain it after being freed on interim bail." "Doctors are saying this can also be a sign of some major disease in the body. Many tests need to be done. The ketone level in my urine has also increased a lot," he added. During the hearing, representatives of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) opposed Kejriwal's bail extension plea, saying the Supreme Court order only allowed the Delhi CM to file a regular bail application. The ED also said before Special Judge Kaveri Baweja that Kejriwal has made false claims regarding his ill health and has suppressed important facts. (With inputs from agencies)

Arvind Kejriwal to return to Tihar Jail today; will visit Raj Ghat, Hanuman temple before surrendering

<p>To create awareness among the voters, a man arrived on a horse at a polling station to cast his vote in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday (June 1).</p>

<p>While talking to the media persons, he said, "In the 2012, 2017 &amp; 2022 assembly elections and 2014 &amp; 2019 Lok Sabha polls, I had arrived on horse to cast my vote."</p>

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<p>Meanwhile in West Bengal, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in West Bengal informed that a mob looted reserve Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and threw two VVPAT machines inside a pond.</p>

<p>&nbsp;The incident was reported in the South 24 Parganas district.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-phase-7-voters-head-to-polls-in-final-phase-of-elections-amid-heatwave-727648">Lok Sabha Elections Phase 7: Voters head to polls in final phase of elections</a></p>

<p>FIR has been lodged by the Sector Officer and necessary action has been initiated. The poll process in all six booths under the Sector is running uninterrupted. Fresh EVM and papers have been provided to the Sector Officer, the police informed.</p>

<p>Voting is underway in seven states Uttar Pradesh (UP), Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand and the UT of Chandigarh. The results of this general election will be announced on Tuesday (Jun 4).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amit-shah-slams-congress-for-boycotting-exit-polls-asks-them-not-to-run-away-727679">Amit Shah slams Congress for boycotting exit polls, asks them not to 'run away'</a></p>

<p>Notably, voters in 57 Lok Sabha constituencies across seven states and one Union Territory&nbsp;are casting their votes in the seventh and final phase of the world’s largest election, on Saturday (Jun 1).</p>

<p>Till 1 pm, 40 per cent&nbsp;voter turnout was recorded across seven states and one Union Territory. Bihar recorded the lowest voter turnout of over 35% while Himachal Pradesh recorded the highest at 48.6%.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


To create awareness among the voters, a man arrived on a horse at a polling station to cast his vote in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday (June 1). While talking to the media persons, he said, "In the 2012, 2017 & 2022 assembly elections and 2014 & 2019 Lok Sabha polls, I had arrived on horse to cast my vote.

To create awareness among the voters, a man arrived on a horse at a polling station to cast his vote in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh on Saturday (June 1). While talking to the media persons, he said, "In the 2012, 2017 & 2022 assembly elections and 2014 & 2019 Lok Sabha polls, I had arrived on horse to cast my vote." #WATCH | To create voter awareness, a man arrives on a horse at a polling station to cast his vote in Kushinagar, Uttar Pradesh He says, "In the 2012, 2017 & 2022 Assembly elections and 2014 & 2019 Lok Sabha polls also I had arrived on horse to cast my vote." pic.twitter.com/Qw2vlivoM1 — ANI (@ANI) June 1, 2024 × Meanwhile in West Bengal, the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) in West Bengal informed that a mob looted reserve Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) and threw two VVPAT machines inside a pond. The incident was reported in the South 24 Parganas district. Also read: Lok Sabha Elections Phase 7: Voters head to polls in final phase of elections FIR has been lodged by the Sector Officer and necessary action has been initiated. The poll process in all six booths under the Sector is running uninterrupted. Fresh EVM and papers have been provided to the Sector Officer, the police informed. Voting is underway in seven states Uttar Pradesh (UP), Bihar, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand and the UT of Chandigarh. The results of this general election will be announced on Tuesday (Jun 4). Also read: Amit Shah slams Congress for boycotting exit polls, asks them not to 'run away' Notably, voters in 57 Lok Sabha constituencies across seven states and one Union Territory are casting their votes in the seventh and final phase of the world’s largest election, on Saturday (Jun 1). Till 1 pm, 40 per cent voter turnout was recorded across seven states and one Union Territory. Bihar recorded the lowest voter turnout of over 35% while Himachal Pradesh recorded the highest at 48.6%. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha Elections Phase 7: UP man shows up on horse to cast vote

<p>The Supreme Court (SC) will not hear Arvind Kejriwal's request for a seven-day extension of his interim bail in a corruption case linked to the Delhi liquor policy.</p>

<p>The court last month granted interim bail to Kejriwal to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections and had asked him to surrender on June 2.</p>

<p>SC’s registrar, while rejecting the plea, said that the Delhi Chief Minister was given permission to move trial court for regular bail, and hence this petition is not maintainable.</p>

<p>The Delhi CM had sought an extension on medical grounds and requested the court for an urgent hearing today (May 29).</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi18O-PprKGAxX2xDgGHZP5CGYQFnoECAgQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw1nqp3wcPlmg8LyAVJDDCQc&amp;arm=e&amp;fexp=72519171,72519168" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" target="_blank">India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister</a></p>

<p>"In view of health complications, a medical examination is necessary to protect the Delhi CM from possible long-term harm during his prison term," advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, who is representing Arvind Kejriwal, said.</p>

<p>"There is no risk of fleeing the legal procedure and conditions set by Supreme Court have been followed," Singhvi further said.</p>

<h2><strong>Kejriwal lost seven kilogrammes after arrest</strong></h2>

<p>The AAP also said that Kejriwal lost seven kilogrammes following his arrest, adding his ketone level is high which could signal some disease.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Following his release from jail, the chief minister has been involved in campaigning for the INDIA bloc in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections in India. Polling was held in the capital Delhi on Saturday (May 25).</p>

<h2><strong>Interim bail conditions for Delhi CM</strong></h2>

<p>The Supreme Court imposed certain conditions while granting interim bail to Kejriwal. The court said he would not interact with any of the witnesses or have access to any official files connected to the excise policy case.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/take-care-of-your-country-arvind-kejriwal-shuts-down-pakistani-politicians-voting-shoutout-725312" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/take-care-of-your-country-arvind-kejriwal-shuts-down-pakistani-politicians-voting-shoutout-725312&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi18O-PprKGAxX2xDgGHZP5CGYQFnoECAQQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw0xDPE3stgLSJJ9hWg_kfdn&amp;arm=e&amp;fexp=72519171,72519168" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/take-care-of-your-country-arvind-kejriwal-shuts-down-pakistani-politicians-voting-shoutout-725312" target="_blank">'Take care of your country': Arvind&nbsp;<b>Kejriwal</b>&nbsp;shuts out Pakistan</a></p>

<p>Kejriwal would not make any comment concerning his role in the case.</p>

<p>The apex court also said that the CM "shall be bound by the statement made on his behalf that he shall not sign official files unless it is required and necessary for obtaining clearance/ approval of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi."</p>

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The Supreme Court (SC) will not hear Arvind Kejriwal's request for a seven-day extension of his interim bail in a corruption case linked to the Delhi liquor policy.

The Supreme Court (SC) will not hear Arvind Kejriwal's request for a seven-day extension of his interim bail in a corruption case linked to the Delhi liquor policy. The court last month granted interim bail to Kejriwal to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections and had asked him to surrender on June 2. SC’s registrar, while rejecting the plea, said that the Delhi Chief Minister was given permission to move trial court for regular bail, and hence this petition is not maintainable. The Delhi CM had sought an extension on medical grounds and requested the court for an urgent hearing today (May 29). Also read: India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister "In view of health complications, a medical examination is necessary to protect the Delhi CM from possible long-term harm during his prison term," advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, who is representing Arvind Kejriwal, said. "There is no risk of fleeing the legal procedure and conditions set by Supreme Court have been followed," Singhvi further said. Kejriwal lost seven kilogrammes after arrest The AAP also said that Kejriwal lost seven kilogrammes following his arrest, adding his ketone level is high which could signal some disease. Following his release from jail, the chief minister has been involved in campaigning for the INDIA bloc in the ongoing Lok Sabha elections in India. Polling was held in the capital Delhi on Saturday (May 25). Interim bail conditions for Delhi CM The Supreme Court imposed certain conditions while granting interim bail to Kejriwal. The court said he would not interact with any of the witnesses or have access to any official files connected to the excise policy case. Also read: 'Take care of your country': Arvind Kejriwal shuts out Pakistan Kejriwal would not make any comment concerning his role in the case. The apex court also said that the CM "shall be bound by the statement made on his behalf that he shall not sign official files unless it is required and necessary for obtaining clearance/ approval of the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi." (With inputs from agencies)

Arvind Kejriwal's plea for extension of bail won't be heard by Supreme Court

<p>In fresh trouble for Aam Aadmi Party, the party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh found himself in hot waters after a purported video of him coercing a woman to perform sexual favours on the pretext of a job has surfaced on the internet.</p>

<p>The alleged video showed the AAP minister forcing a 21-year-old woman to strip on a video call where he flashed his private parts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tajinder Bagga, who first shared the video, called for AAP and its supremo Arvind Kejriwal to sack Singh immediately.</p>

<p>Sharing the purported video, Bagga alleged, "A 21-year-old sister comes to Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh and says that she is in great need of a job. Balkar asks her to make video calls, forces her to take off her clothes, and masturbates."</p>

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<p>Several other BJP leaders also shared the video on their respective social media handles and hit out at the AAP minister.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-breaks-down-into-tears-in-court-claims-threat-to-life-if-bibhav-kumar-gets-bail-725963">Delhi court denies bail to Arvind Kejriwal’s aide Bibhav Kumar in Swati Maliwal assault case</a></p>

<h2><strong>'AAP is Anti Aurat Party'</strong></h2>

<p>Calling AAP the 'Anti Aurat (Woman) Party', BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla launched a sharp attack on Arvind Kejriwal for being silent over such matters and supporting ministers who were involved in such heinous crimes linking Swati Maliwal's alleged assault case.</p>

<p>The BJP leader took to his official X handle and wrote, "Characterless AAP. AAP = Anti Aurat Party. After Lal Chand Kataruchak now Balkar Singh, AAP MLA whose video of masturbating with a 21-year girl is viral. Even Congress is attacking AAP but remains silent on Swati Maliwal. Will Kejriwal &amp; Mann sack Balkar Singh? Will Kejriwal open his mouth on Swati Maliwal?"</p>

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<p>However, Singh has rebuffed all the allegations stating that he was not the person shown in the video and that the clip was morphed.</p>

<p>“I have no comments about it (the video), it is not known to me,” he told reporters.</p>

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<p>All this comes amid Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's allegations of&nbsp;Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar assaulting her at the CM's residence earlier this month.</p>

<p>On Sunday (May 26), Swati&nbsp;took to her social media handle and condemned AAP for allegedly orchestrating a "character assassination" campaign against her.</p>

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<h2><strong>NCW takes cognisance of matter</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW), expressing grave concern over the allegations levelled against Singh, has sought a prompt and impartial investigation into the matter.</p>

<p>It released a statement saying, "The National Commission for Women is gravely disturbed by a Twitter post allegations against Punjab MLA Mr. Balkar Singh. The reported acts, if substantiated, constitute serious violations under IPC sections 354 and 354B, directly affronting a woman's dignity."</p>

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<p>The statement further added that the chairperson of the body, Rekha Sharma vehemently condemned the purported behaviour, demanding urgent intervention from the Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) into the matter.</p>

<p>"Rekha Sharma vehemently condemns such behaviour and calls for urgent intervention from the Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) to ensure a prompt and impartial investigation. A comprehensive report to be submitted in 3 days," it added.</p>

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In fresh trouble for Aam Aadmi Party, the party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh found himself in hot waters after a purported video of him coercing a woman to perform sexual favours on the pretext of a job has surfaced on the internet.

In fresh trouble for Aam Aadmi Party, the party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh found himself in hot waters after a purported video of him coercing a woman to perform sexual favours on the pretext of a job has surfaced on the internet. The alleged video showed the AAP minister forcing a 21-year-old woman to strip on a video call where he flashed his private parts. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Tajinder Bagga, who first shared the video, called for AAP and its supremo Arvind Kejriwal to sack Singh immediately. Sharing the purported video, Bagga alleged, "A 21-year-old sister comes to Aam Aadmi Party's Punjab Minister Balkar Singh and says that she is in great need of a job. Balkar asks her to make video calls, forces her to take off her clothes, and masturbates." Making a big revelation on Punjab's AAP minister in the next 30 minutes. AAP minister was on video call with a 21-year-old girl and was masturbating. The girl met the minister for a job. — Tajinder Bagga (Modi Ka Parivar) (@TajinderBagga) May 27, 2024 × Several other BJP leaders also shared the video on their respective social media handles and hit out at the AAP minister. Also read: Delhi court denies bail to Arvind Kejriwal’s aide Bibhav Kumar in Swati Maliwal assault case 'AAP is Anti Aurat Party' Calling AAP the 'Anti Aurat (Woman) Party', BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla launched a sharp attack on Arvind Kejriwal for being silent over such matters and supporting ministers who were involved in such heinous crimes linking Swati Maliwal's alleged assault case. The BJP leader took to his official X handle and wrote, "Characterless AAP. AAP = Anti Aurat Party. After Lal Chand Kataruchak now Balkar Singh, AAP MLA whose video of masturbating with a 21-year girl is viral. Even Congress is attacking AAP but remains silent on Swati Maliwal. Will Kejriwal & Mann sack Balkar Singh? Will Kejriwal open his mouth on Swati Maliwal?" Characterless AAP AAP = Anti Aurat Party After Lal Chand Kataruchak now Balkar Singh, AAP MLA whose video of masturbating with a 21-year girl is viral Even Congress is attacking AAP but remains silent on Swati Maliwal Will Kejriwal & Mann sack Balkar Singh? Will Kejriwal… pic.twitter.com/SgGM6E2oCd — Shehzad Jai Hind (Modi Ka Parivar) (@Shehzad_Ind) May 27, 2024 × However, Singh has rebuffed all the allegations stating that he was not the person shown in the video and that the clip was morphed. “I have no comments about it (the video), it is not known to me,” he told reporters. #WATCH | Jalandhar: On his alleged viral obscene video, Punjab Minister Balkar Singh says, "... I have no comments and not in my knowledge..." pic.twitter.com/ooHTxbRaLc — ANI (@ANI) May 27, 2024 × All this comes amid Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's allegations of Delhi Chief Minister Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar assaulting her at the CM's residence earlier this month. On Sunday (May 26), Swati took to her social media handle and condemned AAP for allegedly orchestrating a "character assassination" campaign against her. After the leaders and volunteers of my party i.e. AAP orchestrated a campaign of charachter assassination, victim shaming and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided… pic.twitter.com/EfCHHWW0xu — Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) May 26, 2024 × NCW takes cognisance of matter Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW), expressing grave concern over the allegations levelled against Singh, has sought a prompt and impartial investigation into the matter. It released a statement saying, "The National Commission for Women is gravely disturbed by a Twitter post allegations against Punjab MLA Mr. Balkar Singh. The reported acts, if substantiated, constitute serious violations under IPC sections 354 and 354B, directly affronting a woman's dignity." The National Commission for Women is gravely disturbed by a Twitter post allegations against Punjab MLA Mr. Balkar Singh. The reported acts, if substantiated, constitute serious violations under IPC sections 354 and 354B, directly affronting a woman's dignity. @sharmarekha… — NCW (@NCWIndia) May 27, 2024 × The statement further added that the chairperson of the body, Rekha Sharma vehemently condemned the purported behaviour, demanding urgent intervention from the Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) into the matter. "Rekha Sharma vehemently condemns such behaviour and calls for urgent intervention from the Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) to ensure a prompt and impartial investigation. A comprehensive report to be submitted in 3 days," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Punjab minister lands AAP in fresh row after his video of flashing genitals at job seeker surfaces

<p>The Supreme Court vacation bench on Tuesday (May 28) rejected an urgent hearing of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for the extension of his interim bail by seven days on medical grounds.</p>

<p>The vacation bench stated that the Chief Justice of India should take a call on the listing of the plea.</p>

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was arrested in a money laundering case linked to the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy and is lodged in Tihar Jail, is supposed to surrender on June 2.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-i-voted-against-dictatorship-says-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-725252">Lok Sabha elections 2024: I voted against dictatorship, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal</a></strong></p>

<p>A vacation bench, comprising Justices JK Maheshwari and KV Viswanathan, acknowledged the arguments presented by senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, who was representing the Delhi chief minister, and stated that the decision regarding the interim plea's listing could be made by the "Honourable CJI" since the judgment in the main matter has been reserved.</p>

<p>The bench questioned Abhishek Singhvi why the plea of Delhi CM was not mentioned for urgent listing last week when Justice Dipankar Datta, one of the judges of the main bench headed by Justice Sanjiv Khanna which had granted the interim bail to the chief minister, was sitting on the vacation bench.</p>

<p>The Supreme Court granted Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days on May 10, allowing him to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>However, it banned him from accessing his office or the Delhi secretariat and signing official documents unless absolutely necessary and approved by the lieutenant governor.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi-w8ri7K-GAxWdh1YBHYqqAzMQFnoECAgQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw1LCljOHHk5Mf19sKg1zN63&amp;arm=e&amp;fexp=72519171,72519168" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" target="_blank">India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister</a></p>

<p>The plea filed by Arvind Kejriwal said the chief minister is required to undergo some medical tests and for this purpose, the interim bail, which is ending on June 1, needs to be extended.</p>

<p>Arvind Kejriwal has requested an extension to undergo various medical examinations, including a PET-CT scan, due to his recent "unexpected and unexplained weight loss" and elevated ketone levels, which could indicate kidney issues, severe cardiac conditions, or even cancer.</p>

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The Supreme Court vacation bench on Tuesday (May 28) rejected an urgent hearing of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for the extension of his interim bail by seven days on medical grounds.

The Supreme Court vacation bench on Tuesday (May 28) rejected an urgent hearing of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea for the extension of his interim bail by seven days on medical grounds. The vacation bench stated that the Chief Justice of India should take a call on the listing of the plea. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who was arrested in a money laundering case linked to the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy and is lodged in Tihar Jail, is supposed to surrender on June 2. Also read | Lok Sabha elections 2024: I voted against dictatorship, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal A vacation bench, comprising Justices JK Maheshwari and KV Viswanathan, acknowledged the arguments presented by senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, who was representing the Delhi chief minister, and stated that the decision regarding the interim plea's listing could be made by the "Honourable CJI" since the judgment in the main matter has been reserved. The bench questioned Abhishek Singhvi why the plea of Delhi CM was not mentioned for urgent listing last week when Justice Dipankar Datta, one of the judges of the main bench headed by Justice Sanjiv Khanna which had granted the interim bail to the chief minister, was sitting on the vacation bench. The Supreme Court granted Arvind Kejriwal interim bail for 21 days on May 10, allowing him to campaign for the Lok Sabha elections. However, it banned him from accessing his office or the Delhi secretariat and signing official documents unless absolutely necessary and approved by the lieutenant governor. Also read: India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister The plea filed by Arvind Kejriwal said the chief minister is required to undergo some medical tests and for this purpose, the interim bail, which is ending on June 1, needs to be extended. Arvind Kejriwal has requested an extension to undergo various medical examinations, including a PET-CT scan, due to his recent "unexpected and unexplained weight loss" and elevated ketone levels, which could indicate kidney issues, severe cardiac conditions, or even cancer. (With inputs from agencies)

India SC rejects urgent hearing on Arvind Kejriwal's request for 7-day extension of interim bail

<p>In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping the Indian capital New Delhi, a court on Monday (May 27) denied the bail plea moved by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar in the Swati Maliwal alleged assault case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additional Sessions Judge Sushil Anuj Tyagi of Delhi's Tis Hazari court passed the order.</p>

<h2><strong>Maliwal breaks down in court, claims threat to life if Bibhav Kumar gets bail</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal broke into tears in the Delhi court after Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar's lawyer claimed that she intentionally chose the spot at CM's official residence as there was no CCTV there which could record as to what exactly had happened.</p>

<p>Further raising concerns about her safety in the court, she stated that granting bail relief to Kumar would put her and her family's lives in danger.</p>

<p>The Tis Hazari Court in the national capital was hearing a bail plea filed by Kumar who at present is in judicial custody after Maliwal accused him of assaulting her at the CM's residence earlier this month.</p>

<p>He was arrested on May 18 in connection with the case.</p>

<p>The defence counsel questioned the Delhi Police's probe into the matter and alleged that it is Maliwal who should be investigated for going to the CM's residence without an appointment and trespassing on the premises.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-alleges-victim-shaming-by-aap-says-ready-to-undergo-polygraph-test-724650">Also read:&nbsp;Swati Maliwal alleges victim shaming by AAP, says 'ready to undergo polygraph test'</a></p>

<h2><strong>Maliwal alleges rape, death threats after AAP’s ‘character assassination’ campaign</strong></h2>

<p>This comes after the former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party on &nbsp;Sunday (May 26) stating that she was receiving death and rape threats on social media after the party leaders allegedly orchestrated a "character assassination" campaign against her.</p>

<p>Taking to her official X account, she shared snapshots of DM's filled with abusive comments and said that the situation worsened after YouTuber Dhruv Rathee posted a "one-sided video" against her.</p>

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This got further exacerbated when YouTuber <a href="https://twitter.com/dhruv_rathee?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Dhruv_Rathee</a> posted a one-sided… <a href="https://t.co/EfCHHWW0xu">pic.twitter.com/EfCHHWW0xu</a></p>
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<p>“After the leaders and volunteers of my party, i.e., AAP orchestrated a campaign of character assassination, victim shaming, and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided video against me,” Maliwal wrote on X.</p>

<p>She then accused the party leadership of making repeated attempts to intimidate her into withdrawing the complaint.</p>

<p>The woman MP further slammed Rathee and said that despite her repeated efforts to get in touch with him to share her side of the story, the YouTuber ignored her calls and messages.</p>

<p>“It is shameful that people like him, who claim to be independent journalists, could act like other AAP spokespersons and victim-shame me to the extent that I am now facing extreme abuses and threats,” she added.</p>

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In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping the Indian capital New Delhi, a court on Monday (May 27) denied the bail plea moved by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar in the Swati Maliwal alleged assault case.

In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping the Indian capital New Delhi, a court on Monday (May 27) denied the bail plea moved by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar in the Swati Maliwal alleged assault case. Additional Sessions Judge Sushil Anuj Tyagi of Delhi's Tis Hazari court passed the order. Maliwal breaks down in court, claims threat to life if Bibhav Kumar gets bail Earlier, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal broke into tears in the Delhi court after Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar's lawyer claimed that she intentionally chose the spot at CM's official residence as there was no CCTV there which could record as to what exactly had happened. Further raising concerns about her safety in the court, she stated that granting bail relief to Kumar would put her and her family's lives in danger. The Tis Hazari Court in the national capital was hearing a bail plea filed by Kumar who at present is in judicial custody after Maliwal accused him of assaulting her at the CM's residence earlier this month. He was arrested on May 18 in connection with the case. The defence counsel questioned the Delhi Police's probe into the matter and alleged that it is Maliwal who should be investigated for going to the CM's residence without an appointment and trespassing on the premises. Also read: Swati Maliwal alleges victim shaming by AAP, says 'ready to undergo polygraph test' Maliwal alleges rape, death threats after AAP’s ‘character assassination’ campaign This comes after the former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday (May 26) stating that she was receiving death and rape threats on social media after the party leaders allegedly orchestrated a "character assassination" campaign against her. Taking to her official X account, she shared snapshots of DM's filled with abusive comments and said that the situation worsened after YouTuber Dhruv Rathee posted a "one-sided video" against her. After the leaders and volunteers of my party i.e. AAP orchestrated a campaign of charachter assassination, victim shaming and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided… pic.twitter.com/EfCHHWW0xu — Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) May 26, 2024 × “After the leaders and volunteers of my party, i.e., AAP orchestrated a campaign of character assassination, victim shaming, and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided video against me,” Maliwal wrote on X. She then accused the party leadership of making repeated attempts to intimidate her into withdrawing the complaint. The woman MP further slammed Rathee and said that despite her repeated efforts to get in touch with him to share her side of the story, the YouTuber ignored her calls and messages. “It is shameful that people like him, who claim to be independent journalists, could act like other AAP spokespersons and victim-shame me to the extent that I am now facing extreme abuses and threats,” she added. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi court denies bail to Arvind Kejriwal’s aide Bibhav Kumar in Swati Maliwal assault case

<p>Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Sunday (May 26) hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party stating that she was receiving death and rape threats on social media after the party leaders and campaigners allegedly orchestrated a "character assassination" campaign against her.</p>

<p>Taking to her official X account, she shared snapshots of DM's filled with abusive comments and said that the situation worsened after YouTuber Dhruv Rathee posted a "one-sided video" against her.</p>

<p>“After the leaders and volunteers of my party, i.e., AAP orchestrated a campaign of character assassination, victim shaming, and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee&nbsp;posted a one-sided video against me,” Maliwal wrote on X.</p>

<p>She then accused the party leadership of making repeated attempts to intimidate her into withdrawing the complaint.</p>

<p>The woman MP further slammed Rathee and said that despite her repeated efforts to get in touch with him to share her side of the story, the YouTuber ignored her calls and messages.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-alleges-victim-shaming-by-aap-says-ready-to-undergo-polygraph-test-724650">Also read:&nbsp;Swati Maliwal alleges victim shaming by AAP, says 'ready to undergo polygraph test'</a></p>

<p>“It is shameful that people like him, who claim to be independent journalists, could act like other AAP spokespersons and victim-shame me to the extent that I am now facing extreme abuses and threats,” she added.</p>

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<p>Expressing disappointment, in her post, she highlighted several pointers that made her feel neglected in Rathee's 2.5-minute video.</p>

<p>She claimed that the YouTuber did not mention, "Why the AAP took a U-turn after accepting that the incident happened; the ⁠MLC report that reveals injuries due to the assault; selected part of the video was released and then the phone of the accused was formatted; the accused was arrested from the crime scene (CM house). Why was he allowed to enter the place again? For tampering of evidence?; and how a woman who always stood for the right issues, even went to Manipur alone without security could be bought over by the BJP?"</p>

<p>“The manner in which the entire party machinery and its supporters have attempted to vilify and shame me speaks volumes about their stand on women’s issues. I am reporting these rape and death threats to @DelhiPolice. I hope they take strong action against the perpetrators,” she further said.</p>

<p>She further alleged that in the coming days, if anything happens to her, the world would know who instigated it.</p>

<p>"In any case, if something happens to me, we know who all instigated it," she said.</p>

<p>Maliwal had accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar of alleged assault at the CM's residence earlier this month.</p>

<p>Kumar was arrested on May 18 in connection with the case.</p>

<p><em>(With input from agencies)</em></p>

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Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Sunday (May 26) hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party stating that she was receiving death and rape threats on social media after the party leaders and campaigners allegedly orchestrated a "character assassination" campaign against her.

Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal on Sunday (May 26) hit out at the Aam Aadmi Party stating that she was receiving death and rape threats on social media after the party leaders and campaigners allegedly orchestrated a "character assassination" campaign against her. Taking to her official X account, she shared snapshots of DM's filled with abusive comments and said that the situation worsened after YouTuber Dhruv Rathee posted a "one-sided video" against her. “After the leaders and volunteers of my party, i.e., AAP orchestrated a campaign of character assassination, victim shaming, and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided video against me,” Maliwal wrote on X. She then accused the party leadership of making repeated attempts to intimidate her into withdrawing the complaint. The woman MP further slammed Rathee and said that despite her repeated efforts to get in touch with him to share her side of the story, the YouTuber ignored her calls and messages. Also read: Swati Maliwal alleges victim shaming by AAP, says 'ready to undergo polygraph test' “It is shameful that people like him, who claim to be independent journalists, could act like other AAP spokespersons and victim-shame me to the extent that I am now facing extreme abuses and threats,” she added. After the leaders and volunteers of my party i.e. AAP orchestrated a campaign of charachter assassination, victim shaming and fanning of emotions against me, I have been getting rape and death threats. This got further exacerbated when YouTuber @Dhruv_Rathee posted a one-sided… pic.twitter.com/EfCHHWW0xu — Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) May 26, 2024 × Expressing disappointment, in her post, she highlighted several pointers that made her feel neglected in Rathee's 2.5-minute video. She claimed that the YouTuber did not mention, "Why the AAP took a U-turn after accepting that the incident happened; the ⁠MLC report that reveals injuries due to the assault; selected part of the video was released and then the phone of the accused was formatted; the accused was arrested from the crime scene (CM house). Why was he allowed to enter the place again? For tampering of evidence?; and how a woman who always stood for the right issues, even went to Manipur alone without security could be bought over by the BJP?" “The manner in which the entire party machinery and its supporters have attempted to vilify and shame me speaks volumes about their stand on women’s issues. I am reporting these rape and death threats to @DelhiPolice. I hope they take strong action against the perpetrators,” she further said. She further alleged that in the coming days, if anything happens to her, the world would know who instigated it. "In any case, if something happens to me, we know who all instigated it," she said. Maliwal had accused Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide Bibhav Kumar of alleged assault at the CM's residence earlier this month. Kumar was arrested on May 18 in connection with the case. (With input from agencies)

MP Swati Maliwal alleges rape, death threats after AAP’s ‘character assassination’ campaign

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack against the Congress on Friday (May 24) stating that the grand old party allowed the "massacre of Sikhs" and protected the rioters.</p>

<p>While addressing a rally in Punjab's Jalandhar, PM Modi also hit out at the grand old party over its stance on the Citizenship Amendment Act stating that the opposition does not want to give citizenship to the ones who endured the horrors of partition.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Hindu-Sikh brothers who were left on the other side during the partition, they are our own. BJP-NDA government brought CAA to give them citizenship. But Congress had a problem with it. They are saying that they will withdraw the CAA if they come to power," he said.</p>

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<p>He then took a jibe at the grand old party and said that the 'royal family' removed Amarinder Singh from CM's post when he refused to obey orders</p>

<p>"When Congress was in power in Punjab, Congress wanted to run the government of Punjab through remote control. But Captain Amarinder Singh refused to obey the orders of the 'Shehzada' of Delhi (Rahul Gandhi). He gave priority to national security being a border state. The result was that the royal family of Congress and the 'Shehzada' removed him from the post of Chief Minister. Can anyone ever forget this insult to Punjab?," he said in a separate rally in Punjab's Gurdaspur.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/modi-says-he-would-have-taken-kartarpur-sahib-from-pakistan-if-he-was-pm-in-1971-724769">Modi says he would have taken Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan if he was PM in 1971</a></p>

<h2><strong>'AAP leaders sitting in Delhi controlling Punjab,' says PM Modi</strong></h2>

<p>PM Modi also attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had to visit Tihar Jail in Delhi to take orders from party supremo Arvind Kejriwal as he cannot make decisions on his own.</p>

<p>"Unfortunately, Punjab is being governed via remote control. The Durbaris of Delhi are governing Punjab. The CM of Punjab cannot make a single decision on his own... The CM had to go to Tihar Jail to take new orders to run his government... After 1st June, the corrupt will go to jail again. Will the Punjab government function from the jail again?" he said in Gurdaspur.</p>

<p>He also accused the AAP leaders of being "wholesale traders of drugs", referring to the alleged liquor scam.</p>

<p>"The people of Punjab have understood that the 'jharoo' (broomstick, the poll symbol of the AAP) party people are themselves wholesale traders of drugs. Why will those who perpetrated such a big liquor scam (in Delhi) not dive into the black money of drugs in Punjab?" he said while addressing a large&nbsp;gathering.</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack against the Congress on Friday (May 24) stating that the grand old party allowed the "massacre of Sikhs" and protected the rioters.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a scathing attack against the Congress on Friday (May 24) stating that the grand old party allowed the "massacre of Sikhs" and protected the rioters. While addressing a rally in Punjab's Jalandhar, PM Modi also hit out at the grand old party over its stance on the Citizenship Amendment Act stating that the opposition does not want to give citizenship to the ones who endured the horrors of partition. "The Hindu-Sikh brothers who were left on the other side during the partition, they are our own. BJP-NDA government brought CAA to give them citizenship. But Congress had a problem with it. They are saying that they will withdraw the CAA if they come to power," he said. #WATCH | Punjab: Addressing a public rally in Jalandhar, PM Modi says, "The Hindu-Sikh brothers who were left on the other side during the partition, they are our own. BJP-NDA government brought CAA to give them citizenship. But Congress had a problem with it. They are saying… pic.twitter.com/VcCfbu2IFe — ANI (@ANI) May 24, 2024 × He then took a jibe at the grand old party and said that the 'royal family' removed Amarinder Singh from CM's post when he refused to obey orders "When Congress was in power in Punjab, Congress wanted to run the government of Punjab through remote control. But Captain Amarinder Singh refused to obey the orders of the 'Shehzada' of Delhi (Rahul Gandhi). He gave priority to national security being a border state. The result was that the royal family of Congress and the 'Shehzada' removed him from the post of Chief Minister. Can anyone ever forget this insult to Punjab?," he said in a separate rally in Punjab's Gurdaspur. Also read: Modi says he would have taken Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan if he was PM in 1971 'AAP leaders sitting in Delhi controlling Punjab,' says PM Modi PM Modi also attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and said that Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann had to visit Tihar Jail in Delhi to take orders from party supremo Arvind Kejriwal as he cannot make decisions on his own. "Unfortunately, Punjab is being governed via remote control. The Durbaris of Delhi are governing Punjab. The CM of Punjab cannot make a single decision on his own... The CM had to go to Tihar Jail to take new orders to run his government... After 1st June, the corrupt will go to jail again. Will the Punjab government function from the jail again?" he said in Gurdaspur. He also accused the AAP leaders of being "wholesale traders of drugs", referring to the alleged liquor scam. "The people of Punjab have understood that the 'jharoo' (broomstick, the poll symbol of the AAP) party people are themselves wholesale traders of drugs. Why will those who perpetrated such a big liquor scam (in Delhi) not dive into the black money of drugs in Punjab?" he said while addressing a large gathering. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi attacks Congress over 1984 riots, alleges it 'allowed massacre of Sikhs'

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (May 25) slammed former Pakistani minister&nbsp;Fawad Chaudhry who reacted to a photo of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and his family voting in India's Lok Sabha elections.</p>

<p>Chaudhry was a minister in ex-prime minister Imran Khan's cabinet.</p>

<p>After casting his vote during the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls on Saturday (May 25), the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo posted a photo of his family and himself posing with the fingers marked with the indelible ink, asking people to go out and vote.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-i-voted-against-dictatorship-says-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-725252">Lok Sabha elections 2024: I voted against dictatorship, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal</a></strong></p>

<p>"I voted today with my father, wife and children. My mother is very ill. She could not go. I voted against dictatorship, unemployment and inflation. You too must go and vote," Kejriwal had said in the post accompanying the photo.</p>

<p>Fawad Hussain responded to it by saying: "May peace and harmony defeat forces of hate and extremism."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kejriwal responded to the X post by first asking Fawad Hussain to refrain from commenting on Indian elections and then described Pakistan as the biggest sponsor&nbsp;of terrorism in a post worded in Hindi.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India General Election 2024: Prominent leaders cast their votes in phase 6</strong></p>

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<p>"Chaudhary Sahib, I and the people of my country are fully capable of handling our issues. Your tweet is not needed. The situation in Pakistan is very bad right now. You take care of your country," Kejriwal said, while implicitly referring to the political and financial issues that have plagued Pakistan for many years.</p>

<p>"The elections taking place in India are our internal matter. India will not tolerate interference from the biggest sponsors of terrorism," he further added.</p>

<p>Meanwhile Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were quick to target AAP and pointed out that it was shocking to see Pakistani politicians supporting an Indian politician.</p>

<p>"Shocking! Why is Pakistan supporting Kejriwal and wanting more powers for him? This raises serious questions," BJP’s national secretary Manjinder Singh Sirsa said.</p>

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (May 25) slammed former Pakistani minister Fawad Chaudhry who reacted to a photo of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and his family voting in India's Lok Sabha elections.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (May 25) slammed former Pakistani minister Fawad Chaudhry who reacted to a photo of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo and his family voting in India's Lok Sabha elections. Chaudhry was a minister in ex-prime minister Imran Khan's cabinet. After casting his vote during the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls on Saturday (May 25), the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo posted a photo of his family and himself posing with the fingers marked with the indelible ink, asking people to go out and vote. Also read | Lok Sabha elections 2024: I voted against dictatorship, says Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal "I voted today with my father, wife and children. My mother is very ill. She could not go. I voted against dictatorship, unemployment and inflation. You too must go and vote," Kejriwal had said in the post accompanying the photo. Fawad Hussain responded to it by saying: "May peace and harmony defeat forces of hate and extremism." Kejriwal responded to the X post by first asking Fawad Hussain to refrain from commenting on Indian elections and then described Pakistan as the biggest sponsor of terrorism in a post worded in Hindi. Also watch | India General Election 2024: Prominent leaders cast their votes in phase 6 × "Chaudhary Sahib, I and the people of my country are fully capable of handling our issues. Your tweet is not needed. The situation in Pakistan is very bad right now. You take care of your country," Kejriwal said, while implicitly referring to the political and financial issues that have plagued Pakistan for many years. "The elections taking place in India are our internal matter. India will not tolerate interference from the biggest sponsors of terrorism," he further added. Meanwhile Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) were quick to target AAP and pointed out that it was shocking to see Pakistani politicians supporting an Indian politician. "Shocking! Why is Pakistan supporting Kejriwal and wanting more powers for him? This raises serious questions," BJP’s national secretary Manjinder Singh Sirsa said. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Take care of your country’: Arvind Kejriwal shuts out Pakistani politician’s remark on voting in India

<p>In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping Indian capital New Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal broke her silence over AAP terming her assault allegations as part of a political conspiracy hatched by the ruling BJP, stating that she was ready to undergo a polygraph test.</p>

<p>Maliwal, who levelled the assault allegations against Bibhav Kumar, the assistant of AAP supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal,&nbsp;lashed out at the party for victim shaming, calling it "a huge blow to the entire women's movement."</p>

<p>"If I am wrong then I am ready to undergo a polygraph test and I want the police to do it," she said in an interview to ANI news agency.</p>

<p>"Everything will be clear then. I want the police to conduct a polygraph test on me because how can I live with this realisation that a girl who has always given courage to girls to fight, today you have portrayed me as one that have made false allegations before the whole world," said the the former Delhi Commission for Women chief.</p>

<p>She also questioned the credibility of the video clips released by AAP that purportedly showed Maliwal engaging in an argument with the security personnel at the CM's residence on the day the alleged incident took place.</p>

<p>"Now they are raising questions that look at the CCTV footage, look how she is walking, she is walking fine. In the edited video also, she is sitting at ease. So I want to know, if you get beaten up, what will be your first reaction? You're very agitated. Obviously, there is pain but there is agitation which takes you over there is very high adrenaline also running through your body," she said. "According to the Delhi Police, it is being said that the CCTV footage has not reached them till now. So is this CCTV footage fully correct? Or is it doctored?"</p>

<p>"And on top of it, I am still walking, limping after four days. So anyone who has been hurt will understand this, when the wound is fresh you can freely walk or run, and when the wound gets settled then the pain kicks in. So now whatever they are saying that first she was walking really fast and now look she is limping and all. I feel that there could be no worse victim shaming than this. The sad part is that a lady minister of Delhi has said that look, her clothes are torn, look, there are no wounds on her head. That was all left to do maybe, should have got it also done," she added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-assault-case-footage-of-incident-might-have-been-tampered-say-cops-723003">Also read: Swati Maliwal assault case: Footage of incident might have been tampered with, say cops</a></p>

<h2><strong>AAP's reaction on Swati Maliwal's allegations</strong></h2>

<p>Her remarks come after AAP minister Atishi claimed that Maliwal went to the CM's residence on May 13, the day of the alleged assault, without an appointment.</p>

<p>"Why did she barge in? Why did she land up at the chief minister's residence without an appointment? Arvind Kejriwal was busy that day and did not meet her. If he had met her that day, the allegations levelled against Bibhav Kumar could have been levelled against him," Atishi said.</p>

<p>Maliwal had filed a complaint against&nbsp;Bibhav Kumar on May 14, a day after the alleged incident took place.</p>

<p>Kumar lodged a counter-complaint with the police, accusing Maliwal of gaining 'unauthorised entry' into the CM's Civil Lines residence and 'verbally abusing' him.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping Indian capital New Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal broke her silence over AAP terming her assault allegations as part of a political conspiracy hatched by the ruling BJP, stating that she was ready to undergo a polygraph test.

In a new twist to the high-voltage political drama gripping Indian capital New Delhi, Aam Aadmi Party Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal broke her silence over AAP terming her assault allegations as part of a political conspiracy hatched by the ruling BJP, stating that she was ready to undergo a polygraph test. Maliwal, who levelled the assault allegations against Bibhav Kumar, the assistant of AAP supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, lashed out at the party for victim shaming, calling it "a huge blow to the entire women's movement." "If I am wrong then I am ready to undergo a polygraph test and I want the police to do it," she said in an interview to ANI news agency. "Everything will be clear then. I want the police to conduct a polygraph test on me because how can I live with this realisation that a girl who has always given courage to girls to fight, today you have portrayed me as one that have made false allegations before the whole world," said the the former Delhi Commission for Women chief. She also questioned the credibility of the video clips released by AAP that purportedly showed Maliwal engaging in an argument with the security personnel at the CM's residence on the day the alleged incident took place. "Now they are raising questions that look at the CCTV footage, look how she is walking, she is walking fine. In the edited video also, she is sitting at ease. So I want to know, if you get beaten up, what will be your first reaction? You're very agitated. Obviously, there is pain but there is agitation which takes you over there is very high adrenaline also running through your body," she said. "According to the Delhi Police, it is being said that the CCTV footage has not reached them till now. So is this CCTV footage fully correct? Or is it doctored?" "And on top of it, I am still walking, limping after four days. So anyone who has been hurt will understand this, when the wound is fresh you can freely walk or run, and when the wound gets settled then the pain kicks in. So now whatever they are saying that first she was walking really fast and now look she is limping and all. I feel that there could be no worse victim shaming than this. The sad part is that a lady minister of Delhi has said that look, her clothes are torn, look, there are no wounds on her head. That was all left to do maybe, should have got it also done," she added. Also read: Swati Maliwal assault case: Footage of incident might have been tampered with, say cops AAP's reaction on Swati Maliwal's allegations Her remarks come after AAP minister Atishi claimed that Maliwal went to the CM's residence on May 13, the day of the alleged assault, without an appointment. "Why did she barge in? Why did she land up at the chief minister's residence without an appointment? Arvind Kejriwal was busy that day and did not meet her. If he had met her that day, the allegations levelled against Bibhav Kumar could have been levelled against him," Atishi said. Maliwal had filed a complaint against Bibhav Kumar on May 14, a day after the alleged incident took place. Kumar lodged a counter-complaint with the police, accusing Maliwal of gaining 'unauthorised entry' into the CM's Civil Lines residence and 'verbally abusing' him. (With inputs from agencies)

Swati Maliwal alleges victim shaming by AAP, says 'ready to undergo polygraph test'

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finally broke silence on the Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's assault case. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief on Wednesday (May 22) called for a fair investigation and said that there are two versions of the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During an interview with news agency PTI, Kejriwal said that the ongoing case is "sub-judice" and commenting on it could affect the proceedings. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"But I expect there will be a fair investigation. Justice should be served. There are two versions of the event. Police should investigate both versions fairly and justice should be done," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-expected-some-candour-indian-supreme-court-rubbishes-ex-cm-hemant-sorens-bail-plea-724283">'We expected some candour:'&nbsp;Indian Supreme Court rubbishes ex-CM Hemant&nbsp;Soren's&nbsp;bail&nbsp;plea</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Maliwal accused Kejriwal's personal aide, Bibhav Kumar, of assaulting her when she visited the chief minister's residence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She had filed a first information report (FIR) and Kumar was taken into custody by Delhi Police, but the allegations have triggered a political storm amid elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On being asked whether or not he was present at his official residence at the time of the alleged incident, Kejriwal said he was there but "not present at the scene".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-election-commission-asks-bjp-congress-to-maintain-decorum-during-election-campaigning-724323">India's election commission asks BJP, Congress to maintain decorum during election campaigning</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Maliwal reacted to Kejriwal's comments in the interview. She said, "Irony died a thousand deaths. I don’t buy this one bit."&nbsp;</p>

<p>She wrote on X, "After unleashing the entire army of leaders and volunteers at me, calling me a BJP agent, assassinating my character, leaking edited videos, victim shaming me, roaming around with the accused, letting him re-enter the crime scene and tamper evidence and protesting in favour of the accused, the Chief Minister, in whose drawing-room I was beaten up, has finally said that he wants free and fair investigation in the matter."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier in the day, Maliwal said on X that she received a call from a "senior leader" from the party. She wrote, "I got a call from a senior leader of the party. He told me how there is a lot of pressure on everyone, they have to speak dirty things against Swati, they have to break her by leaking her personal photos."&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finally broke silence on the Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's assault case. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief on Wednesday (May 22) called for a fair investigation and said that there are two versions of the event.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal finally broke silence on the Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's assault case. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief on Wednesday (May 22) called for a fair investigation and said that there are two versions of the event. During an interview with news agency PTI, Kejriwal said that the ongoing case is "sub-judice" and commenting on it could affect the proceedings. "But I expect there will be a fair investigation. Justice should be served. There are two versions of the event. Police should investigate both versions fairly and justice should be done," he added. Also read: 'We expected some candour:' Indian Supreme Court rubbishes ex-CM Hemant Soren's bail plea Maliwal accused Kejriwal's personal aide, Bibhav Kumar, of assaulting her when she visited the chief minister's residence. She had filed a first information report (FIR) and Kumar was taken into custody by Delhi Police, but the allegations have triggered a political storm amid elections. On being asked whether or not he was present at his official residence at the time of the alleged incident, Kejriwal said he was there but "not present at the scene". Also read: India's election commission asks BJP, Congress to maintain decorum during election campaigning Maliwal reacted to Kejriwal's comments in the interview. She said, "Irony died a thousand deaths. I don’t buy this one bit." She wrote on X, "After unleashing the entire army of leaders and volunteers at me, calling me a BJP agent, assassinating my character, leaking edited videos, victim shaming me, roaming around with the accused, letting him re-enter the crime scene and tamper evidence and protesting in favour of the accused, the Chief Minister, in whose drawing-room I was beaten up, has finally said that he wants free and fair investigation in the matter." After unleashing the entire army of leaders and volunteers at me, calling me a BJP agent, assassinating my character, leaking edited videos, victim shaming me, roaming around with the accused, letting him re enter the crime scene and tamper evidences and protesting in favour of… https://t.co/ybNwRqGq1K — Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) May 22, 2024 × Watch: Fact Check: Did LK Advani call Rahul Gandhi 'hero of Indian politics'? × Earlier in the day, Maliwal said on X that she received a call from a "senior leader" from the party. She wrote, "I got a call from a senior leader of the party. He told me how there is a lot of pressure on everyone, they have to speak dirty things against Swati, they have to break her by leaking her personal photos." (With inputs from agencies)

AAP MP assault case: Swati Maliwal says ‘irony died thousand deaths’ as CM Kejriwal calls for fair probe

<p>Spelling more trouble for the Aam Aadmi Party, the Enforcement Directorate filed an official dossier with the Union Home Ministry (MHA) where it alleged that AAP received over Rs 7 crore as foreign funding, in violation&nbsp;of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA).</p>

<p>The ED shared the inputs with MHA after it retrieved several emails and documents from the time when a money laundering probe related to drugs was launched against former Punjab AAP MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira along with other political figures.</p>

<p>Notably, the investigation was initiated in 2021 and Khaira was arrested in the case by ED that year. He left AAP and is at present with the Congress party.</p>

<p>The federal probe agency, as per news agency PTI reports, found out that till now AAP has received about Rs 7.08 crore as overseas donations.</p>

<p>The ED also alleged that the party has "mis-declared and manipulated" details like the identities and nationalities of the foreign donors.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-liquor-policy-case-ed-files-chargesheet-against-kejriwal-names-aap-as-accused-722539">Also read: Delhi liquor policy case: ED files chargesheet against Kejriwal, names AAP as accused</a></p>

<h2><strong>AAP refutes allegations</strong></h2>

<p>AAP on Monday (May 20) rebuffed the allegations calling it "a new conspiracy by the BJP" to tarnish the image of Kejriwal government amid the ongoing Lok Sabha polls.</p>

<p>While addressing a media briefing on Monday senior AAP leader Atishi claimed that BJP failed to frame her party leaders in the liquor scam and the Swati Maliwal sexual harassment case, so it has come up with this new issue.</p>

<p>"These are baseless allegations. It is an old case where it has already been proved that no illegal donation has been taken. As the elections are nearing (in Delhi and Punjab), the BJP has hatched a new conspiracy to frame the Aam Aadmi Party," she alleged.</p>

<p>The development comes against the backdrop of AAP being named as accused in the money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam.</p>

<p>This also comes after Delhi CM and party supremo Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested following grave allegations of assault by the party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Spelling more trouble for the Aam Aadmi Party, the Enforcement Directorate filed an official dossier with the Union Home Ministry (MHA) where it alleged that AAP received over Rs 7 crore as foreign funding, in violation of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA).

Spelling more trouble for the Aam Aadmi Party, the Enforcement Directorate filed an official dossier with the Union Home Ministry (MHA) where it alleged that AAP received over Rs 7 crore as foreign funding, in violation of the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA). The ED shared the inputs with MHA after it retrieved several emails and documents from the time when a money laundering probe related to drugs was launched against former Punjab AAP MLA Sukhpal Singh Khaira along with other political figures. Notably, the investigation was initiated in 2021 and Khaira was arrested in the case by ED that year. He left AAP and is at present with the Congress party. The federal probe agency, as per news agency PTI reports, found out that till now AAP has received about Rs 7.08 crore as overseas donations. The ED also alleged that the party has "mis-declared and manipulated" details like the identities and nationalities of the foreign donors. Also read: Delhi liquor policy case: ED files chargesheet against Kejriwal, names AAP as accused AAP refutes allegations AAP on Monday (May 20) rebuffed the allegations calling it "a new conspiracy by the BJP" to tarnish the image of Kejriwal government amid the ongoing Lok Sabha polls. While addressing a media briefing on Monday senior AAP leader Atishi claimed that BJP failed to frame her party leaders in the liquor scam and the Swati Maliwal sexual harassment case, so it has come up with this new issue. "These are baseless allegations. It is an old case where it has already been proved that no illegal donation has been taken. As the elections are nearing (in Delhi and Punjab), the BJP has hatched a new conspiracy to frame the Aam Aadmi Party," she alleged. The development comes against the backdrop of AAP being named as accused in the money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam. This also comes after Delhi CM and party supremo Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested following grave allegations of assault by the party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal. (With inputs from agencies)

More trouble for AAP as ED says party received Rs 7.08 crore in foreign funding, seeks FCRA probe

<p>The political drama amid the ongoing Lok Sabha polls took&nbsp;a new turn with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's open challenge to the Union government to "put in jail whosoever" it wants to.</p>

<p>The AAP supremo said that "he would go to the BJP headquarters tomorrow along with his party's top leaders, MLAs and MPs at 12 noon and PM Modi can arrest anyone he wants to".</p>

<p>"You can see how they (BJP) are after AAP. One after another, they are putting AAP leaders behind bars. They put me, Manish Sisodia, Satyendra Jain, and Sanjay Singh behind bars. Today they put my PA in jail. Now they are saying they will put Raghav Chadha, Atishi, and Saurabh Bharadwaj in jail. Maybe our fault is that we built schools and mohalla clinics, we provided free electricity, but they are unable to do it," Kejriwal said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I would like to tell the Prime Minister - you are playing this 'jail ka khel'. Tomorrow, I am coming to the BJP headquarters with all my top leaders, MLAs, and MPs at 12 noon. You can put in jail whoever you want," he added.</p>

<p>He then said that his party could not be crushed as Aam Aadmi Party was not just a political party but an "ideology".</p>

<p>"You might be thinking that by putting AAP leaders in jail, you will be able to crush AAP but AAP is an ideology that has touched the hearts of people," he said.</p>

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<p>Kejriwal's remarks came after his aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested following accusations of assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal.</p>

<p>Maliwal, the former chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), had alleged that she was “slapped, hit on the stomach, and kicked” by Kumar at the Delhi CM’s residence on May 13.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read</strong>:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-is-swati-maliwal-an-indian-mp-who-was-allegedly-assaulted-at-delhi-cms-residence-722699">Who is Swati Maliwal,&nbsp;Indian MP who was allegedly assaulted at Delhi CM's residence?</a></p>

<p>The arrest comes a day after Maliwal said that Kumar assaulted her in the drawing room of the Delhi CM’s official residence on the morning of May 13 when Kejriwal was present in the house.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Rajya Sabha MP also claims that she had informed the staff about her presence and was asked to wait when Kumar suddenly ran into the room and began verbally abusing her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I made noise and said ‘Let me go,’ but he kept beating me continuously and abusing me in Hindi. He threatened, ‘We will see, we will deal with it’. I informed him that I was menstruating and in considerable pain, begging him to leave me alone,” Maliwal said, as per the FIR.</p>

<p>The Delhi CM’s aide was also summoned by the National Commission for Women (NCW), on Friday concerning the allegations levelled against him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reacting to Kumar's arrest, the chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) Rekha Sharma took to her official X handle and in a posting wrote, "Delhi CM's aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested from his house. So, the CM was giving shelter to an alleged criminal."</p>

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The political drama amid the ongoing Lok Sabha polls took a new turn with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's open challenge to the Union government to "put in jail whosoever" it wants to.

The political drama amid the ongoing Lok Sabha polls took a new turn with Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's open challenge to the Union government to "put in jail whosoever" it wants to. The AAP supremo said that "he would go to the BJP headquarters tomorrow along with his party's top leaders, MLAs and MPs at 12 noon and PM Modi can arrest anyone he wants to". "You can see how they (BJP) are after AAP. One after another, they are putting AAP leaders behind bars. They put me, Manish Sisodia, Satyendra Jain, and Sanjay Singh behind bars. Today they put my PA in jail. Now they are saying they will put Raghav Chadha, Atishi, and Saurabh Bharadwaj in jail. Maybe our fault is that we built schools and mohalla clinics, we provided free electricity, but they are unable to do it," Kejriwal said. "I would like to tell the Prime Minister - you are playing this 'jail ka khel'. Tomorrow, I am coming to the BJP headquarters with all my top leaders, MLAs, and MPs at 12 noon. You can put in jail whoever you want," he added. He then said that his party could not be crushed as Aam Aadmi Party was not just a political party but an "ideology". "You might be thinking that by putting AAP leaders in jail, you will be able to crush AAP but AAP is an ideology that has touched the hearts of people," he said. #WATCH | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says, "You can see how they are after AAP...I would like to tell the Prime Minister - you are playing this 'jail ka khel'...Tomorrow, I am coming to the BJP HQ with all my top leaders, MLAs, MPs at 12 noon. You can put in jail whoever you… pic.twitter.com/7Hpau6REeu — ANI (@ANI) May 18, 2024 × Kejriwal's remarks came after his aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested following accusations of assault on AAP MP Swati Maliwal. Maliwal, the former chairperson of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), had alleged that she was “slapped, hit on the stomach, and kicked” by Kumar at the Delhi CM’s residence on May 13. Also read: Who is Swati Maliwal, Indian MP who was allegedly assaulted at Delhi CM's residence? The arrest comes a day after Maliwal said that Kumar assaulted her in the drawing room of the Delhi CM’s official residence on the morning of May 13 when Kejriwal was present in the house. The Rajya Sabha MP also claims that she had informed the staff about her presence and was asked to wait when Kumar suddenly ran into the room and began verbally abusing her. “I made noise and said ‘Let me go,’ but he kept beating me continuously and abusing me in Hindi. He threatened, ‘We will see, we will deal with it’. I informed him that I was menstruating and in considerable pain, begging him to leave me alone,” Maliwal said, as per the FIR. The Delhi CM’s aide was also summoned by the National Commission for Women (NCW), on Friday concerning the allegations levelled against him. Reacting to Kumar's arrest, the chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW) Rekha Sharma took to her official X handle and in a posting wrote, "Delhi CM's aide Bibhav Kumar was arrested from his house. So, the CM was giving shelter to an alleged criminal." (With inputs from agencies)

Kejriwal throws arrest challenge to govt: ‘Will come to BJP HQ tomorrow, put in jail whoever you want to’

<p>The Delhi Police on Thursday (May 16) filed an FIR or first information report following Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was allegedly assaulted by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide.</p>

<p>As per the police officials, the Delhi Chief Minister's personal secretary, Bibhav Kumar, has been named as an accused in the case.</p>

<p>The National Commission for Women (NCW), earlier in the day, also summoned Kumar to appear on Friday (May 17) over the matter.</p>

<p>"The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo moto cognizance of a media post captioned 'DCW chief Swati Maliwal accuses Arvind Kejriwal's personal secretary of assaulting her'. The post reported that Ms Swati Maliwal, RS MP and former DCW chief, has alleged that the Private Secretary of (the) Chief Minister of Delhi had brutally assaulted her at the Chief Minister's residence," read the notice issued by the NCW on Thursday.</p>

<p>"In view of the above, the Commission has scheduled a hearing in this matter on May 17, 2024, at 11 AM. All concerned parties are required to appear before the Commission in person," it added.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-election-2024/bibhav-kumar-accused-of-assaulting-swati-maliwal-seen-with-delhi-cm-bjp-reacts-721938">Bibhav Kumar, accused of assaulting Swati Maliwal, seen with Delhi CM; BJP reacts</a></p>

<h2>Maliwal<strong> asks BJP to not politicise incident</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in the day, Maliwal, in her first reaction to the alleged assault row, stated that she has given her statement to the Delhi police.</p>

<p>She further called on the Bharatiya Janata Party to not indulge in any politics around the incident.</p>

<p>Three days ago, Maliwal had alleged that she was "assaulted" by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar at the Chief Minister's official residence.</p>

<p>"What happened to me was very bad. I have given my statement to the police on the incident that happened to me. I hope appropriate action will be taken. The past few days have been very difficult for me. I thank those who prayed. Those who tried to indulge in character assassination said that I was doing it at the behest of the other party, God bless them too," she said on her official X account, as per an auto-translation of the original post in Hindi.</p>

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<p>She further said that the incident took place at a crucial time when the Lok Sabha elections were going on in the country but it was important to bring such issues to everyone's notice.</p>

<p>"There is a special request to the BJP people not to do politics on this incident," she said in the same post.</p>

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The Delhi Police on Thursday (May 16) filed an FIR or first information report following Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was allegedly assaulted by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide.

The Delhi Police on Thursday (May 16) filed an FIR or first information report following Aam Aadmi Party's Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was allegedly assaulted by Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's aide. As per the police officials, the Delhi Chief Minister's personal secretary, Bibhav Kumar, has been named as an accused in the case. The National Commission for Women (NCW), earlier in the day, also summoned Kumar to appear on Friday (May 17) over the matter. "The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo moto cognizance of a media post captioned 'DCW chief Swati Maliwal accuses Arvind Kejriwal's personal secretary of assaulting her'. The post reported that Ms Swati Maliwal, RS MP and former DCW chief, has alleged that the Private Secretary of (the) Chief Minister of Delhi had brutally assaulted her at the Chief Minister's residence," read the notice issued by the NCW on Thursday. "In view of the above, the Commission has scheduled a hearing in this matter on May 17, 2024, at 11 AM. All concerned parties are required to appear before the Commission in person," it added. Also read: Bibhav Kumar, accused of assaulting Swati Maliwal, seen with Delhi CM; BJP reacts Maliwal asks BJP to not politicise incident Earlier in the day, Maliwal, in her first reaction to the alleged assault row, stated that she has given her statement to the Delhi police. She further called on the Bharatiya Janata Party to not indulge in any politics around the incident. Three days ago, Maliwal had alleged that she was "assaulted" by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar at the Chief Minister's official residence. "What happened to me was very bad. I have given my statement to the police on the incident that happened to me. I hope appropriate action will be taken. The past few days have been very difficult for me. I thank those who prayed. Those who tried to indulge in character assassination said that I was doing it at the behest of the other party, God bless them too," she said on her official X account, as per an auto-translation of the original post in Hindi. मेरे साथ जो हुआ वो बहुत बुरा था। मेरे साथ हुई घटना पर मैंने पुलिस को अपना स्टेटमेंट दिया है। मुझे आशा है कि उचित कार्यवाही होगी। पिछले दिन मेरे लिए बहुत कठिन रहे हैं। जिन लोगों ने प्रार्थना की उनका धन्यवाद करती हूँ। जिन लोगों ने Character Assassination करने की कोशिश की, ये बोला… — Swati Maliwal (@SwatiJaiHind) May 16, 2024 × She further said that the incident took place at a crucial time when the Lok Sabha elections were going on in the country but it was important to bring such issues to everyone's notice. "There is a special request to the BJP people not to do politics on this incident," she said in the same post. (With inputs from agencies)

Swati Maliwal assault row: FIR filed over AAP MP's complaint, naming Kejriwal aide as accused

<p>The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday (May 17) countered Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was "slapped seven times (and) kicked in the stomach" by an aide of Arvind Kejriwal inside the Delhi chief minister's residence.</p>

<p>It&nbsp;accused the AAP Rajya Sabha MP of collaborating with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to tarnish the party's reputation during the current general election.</p>

<p>Maliwal, who accused Bibhav Kumar, an aide to AAP party chief Arvind Kejriwal, of assaulting her inside the Delhi Chief Minister's residence in Civil Lines, responded sharply to a 52-second mobile phone video released on Friday afternoon.</p>

<p>The video briefly shows her arguing and shouting at security officials who instructed her to leave the premises.</p>

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<p>In a post on X, Maliwal also mentioned a "political hitman," a comment that many interpreted as targeting CM Kejriwal.</p>

<p>She asserted that this "hitman" had instructed "his people to circulate the video to shape a narrative in defence of the party and "save himself (after) committing this crime".</p>

<p>The Delhi police, in a bid to connect the dots, brought Maliwal to Kejriwal's residence to recreate the scene.</p>

<p>A Delhi police team, accompanied by five forensic scientists, had also visited the location.</p>

<p>The team, led by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Anjitha Chepyala, consisted of four members, as per sources cited by news agency PTI.</p>

<p>Earlier, AAP's Atishi had accused her of being manipulated by the BJP and claimed a conspiracy by the party in Maliwal's assault allegations.</p>

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<p>Besides gathering CCTV footage from the living room, where Maliwal alleged she was slapped seven times and kicked, the police also reportedly took witness statements and interviewed members of Arvind Kejriwal's security team.</p>

<p>This included people involved in the heated exchange captured in blurry mobile phone footage.</p>

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<h2><strong>AAP faces sharp criticism</strong></h2>

<p>The row has given the BJP plenty of reasons to slam the AAP and Kejriwal just before the Delhi Lok Sabha election.</p>

<p>Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called the chief minister "shameless" for staying associated with Bibhav Kumar.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-amethi-smriti-irani-congress-ml-sharma-bjp-722490">Also read | Battle of the Bastions: Smriti Irani, Amethi and the unmaking of a Gandhi family stronghold</a></p>

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<p>The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which arrested the Chief Minister in March over the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam, has now for the first time implicated an entire political party in a case.</p>
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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday (May 17) countered Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was "slapped seven times (and) kicked in the stomach" by an aide of Arvind Kejriwal inside the Delhi chief minister's residence.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday (May 17) countered Swati Maliwal's allegations that she was "slapped seven times (and) kicked in the stomach" by an aide of Arvind Kejriwal inside the Delhi chief minister's residence. It accused the AAP Rajya Sabha MP of collaborating with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to tarnish the party's reputation during the current general election. Maliwal, who accused Bibhav Kumar, an aide to AAP party chief Arvind Kejriwal, of assaulting her inside the Delhi Chief Minister's residence in Civil Lines, responded sharply to a 52-second mobile phone video released on Friday afternoon. The video briefly shows her arguing and shouting at security officials who instructed her to leave the premises. In a post on X, Maliwal also mentioned a "political hitman," a comment that many interpreted as targeting CM Kejriwal. She asserted that this "hitman" had instructed "his people to circulate the video to shape a narrative in defence of the party and "save himself (after) committing this crime". The Delhi police, in a bid to connect the dots, brought Maliwal to Kejriwal's residence to recreate the scene. A Delhi police team, accompanied by five forensic scientists, had also visited the location. The team, led by Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police (North) Anjitha Chepyala, consisted of four members, as per sources cited by news agency PTI. Earlier, AAP's Atishi had accused her of being manipulated by the BJP and claimed a conspiracy by the party in Maliwal's assault allegations. Besides gathering CCTV footage from the living room, where Maliwal alleged she was slapped seven times and kicked, the police also reportedly took witness statements and interviewed members of Arvind Kejriwal's security team. This included people involved in the heated exchange captured in blurry mobile phone footage. AAP faces sharp criticism The row has given the BJP plenty of reasons to slam the AAP and Kejriwal just before the Delhi Lok Sabha election. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman called the chief minister "shameless" for staying associated with Bibhav Kumar. Also read | Battle of the Bastions: Smriti Irani, Amethi and the unmaking of a Gandhi family stronghold After the police arrived at Kejriwal's home, more problems arose for the AAP. The Enforcement Directorate (ED), which arrested the Chief Minister in March over the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam, has now for the first time implicated an entire political party in a case. (With inputs from agencies)

AAP accuses BJP of conspiracy in Swati Maliwal assault controversy

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the Aam Aadmi Party find themselves in the middle of yet another controversy. AAP's leader Swati Maliwal is at the centre of an alleged harassment row involving party boss Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar. Maliwal was allegedly assaulted by Bibhav Kumar at the CM's residence in Delhi civil lines area on May 13. Watch to know more.

AAP leader at centre of alleged harassment row, Swati Maliwal registers case against him

<p>India's Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (May 17) filed a chargesheet against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as well as its supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is out of jail on interim bail, in the money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam.</p>

<p>This is the very first time that a sitting chief minister and a national political party have been named as accused in a money laundering case.</p>

<p>As per news agency PTI, the prosecution in the case filed before the special court has sought the accused to be charged under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA).</p>

<p>"We have direct evidence that Kejriwal stayed in a seven-star hotel, whose bills were partly paid by an accused in the case," Additional Solicitor General S V Raju told the Supreme Court on Thursday (May 16).</p>

<p>He further added that Kejriwal played an important role in formulating the Delhi excise policy, which has now been scrapped.</p>

<p>This is the eighth chargesheet filed by the federal probe agency in the case. &nbsp;</p>

<p>ED earlier said that Kejriwal was the "kingpin and key conspirator" of the Delhi excise "scam".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/aap-accuses-bjp-of-conspiracy-in-swati-maliwal-assault-controversy-722563">AAP accuses BJP of conspiracy in Swati Maliwal assault controversy</a></p>

<h2><strong>Arvind Kejriwal's arrest&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The federal probe agency had arrested Kejriwal from his official residence in the month of March. He was granted an interim bail on Friday (May 10).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The arrest was made in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021.</p>

<p>But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022.</p>

<p>Corruption allegations were levelled against AAP which the party has strongly denied.</p>

<p>The investigating agencies have said that the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits.</p>

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India's Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (May 17) filed a chargesheet against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as well as its supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is out of jail on interim bail, in the money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam.

India's Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (May 17) filed a chargesheet against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) as well as its supremo and Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, who is out of jail on interim bail, in the money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam. This is the very first time that a sitting chief minister and a national political party have been named as accused in a money laundering case. As per news agency PTI, the prosecution in the case filed before the special court has sought the accused to be charged under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). "We have direct evidence that Kejriwal stayed in a seven-star hotel, whose bills were partly paid by an accused in the case," Additional Solicitor General S V Raju told the Supreme Court on Thursday (May 16). He further added that Kejriwal played an important role in formulating the Delhi excise policy, which has now been scrapped. This is the eighth chargesheet filed by the federal probe agency in the case. ED earlier said that Kejriwal was the "kingpin and key conspirator" of the Delhi excise "scam". Also read: AAP accuses BJP of conspiracy in Swati Maliwal assault controversy Arvind Kejriwal's arrest The federal probe agency had arrested Kejriwal from his official residence in the month of March. He was granted an interim bail on Friday (May 10). The arrest was made in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy. The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022. Corruption allegations were levelled against AAP which the party has strongly denied. The investigating agencies have said that the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy. The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi liquor policy case: ED files chargesheet against Kejriwal, names AAP as accused

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<p>Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal, who&nbsp;was allegedly assaulted&nbsp;by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's PA Bibhav Kumar, reached the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) late Thursday (May 16)&nbsp;expectedly for a medical check-up. She arrived at AIIMS after the Delhi Police filed an FIR in connection with the alleged assault.</p>

<p>Naming Bibhav Kumar in the FIR, the police&nbsp;registered a case under sections 354, 506, 509, and 323, among other IPC sections, for offences including assault or criminal force on a woman with intent to outrage her modesty, criminal intimidation, word gesture or acts of intent to insult, and assault.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-assault-row-aap-mp-asks-bjp-to-not-politicise-incident-722229">Swati Maliwal assault row: FIR filed over AAP MP's complaint, naming Kejriwal aide as accused</a></strong></p>

<p>Earlier in the day, the National Commission for Women (NCW) summoned Kumar to appear on Friday in connection with the alleged assault.</p>

<h2><strong>'Was slapped, hit in the stomach'</strong></h2>

<p>In her complaint, Maliwal said that she was&nbsp;"slapped, hit on the stomach, and kicked" by Kumar. She became emotional&nbsp;and demanded strict action in the case, sources claimed.</p>

<p>"What happened to me was very bad. I have given my statement to the police on the incident that happened to me. I hope that&nbsp;appropriate action will be taken. The last few days have been&nbsp;very difficult&nbsp;for me. I thank those who prayed for me.&nbsp;Those who tried to do character assassination, saying that&nbsp;she&nbsp;was doing it on the&nbsp;instructions of the other party, may God keep them happy too," the AAP Rajya Sabha MP said in a post on X after filing the complaint.</p>

<p>She also urged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) not to politicise the incident.</p>

<h2><strong>Efforts are on to arrest&nbsp;Kumar</strong></h2>

<p>Citing sources, a&nbsp;report by the news agency ANI said that Special Cell and Crime Branch teams have&nbsp;been deployed&nbsp;to arrest Kumar.&nbsp;His location is&nbsp;being traced, and several&nbsp;teams of the police&nbsp;are working on it, the police added.</p>

<p>The&nbsp;BJP&nbsp;accused the&nbsp;AAP&nbsp;of failing to act against Kumar&nbsp;and shared a photograph of him&nbsp;with Arvind Kejriwal&nbsp;at the Lucknow airport.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal, who was allegedly assaulted by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's PA Bibhav Kumar, reached the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) late Thursday (May 16) expectedly for a medical check-up.

Aam Aadmi Party's (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal, who was allegedly assaulted by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's PA Bibhav Kumar, reached the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) late Thursday (May 16) expectedly for a medical check-up. She arrived at AIIMS after the Delhi Police filed an FIR in connection with the alleged assault. Naming Bibhav Kumar in the FIR, the police registered a case under sections 354, 506, 509, and 323, among other IPC sections, for offences including assault or criminal force on a woman with intent to outrage her modesty, criminal intimidation, word gesture or acts of intent to insult, and assault. Also read | Swati Maliwal assault row: FIR filed over AAP MP's complaint, naming Kejriwal aide as accused Earlier in the day, the National Commission for Women (NCW) summoned Kumar to appear on Friday in connection with the alleged assault. 'Was slapped, hit in the stomach' In her complaint, Maliwal said that she was "slapped, hit on the stomach, and kicked" by Kumar. She became emotional and demanded strict action in the case, sources claimed. "What happened to me was very bad. I have given my statement to the police on the incident that happened to me. I hope that appropriate action will be taken. The last few days have been very difficult for me. I thank those who prayed for me. Those who tried to do character assassination, saying that she was doing it on the instructions of the other party, may God keep them happy too," the AAP Rajya Sabha MP said in a post on X after filing the complaint. She also urged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) not to politicise the incident. Efforts are on to arrest Kumar Citing sources, a report by the news agency ANI said that Special Cell and Crime Branch teams have been deployed to arrest Kumar. His location is being traced, and several teams of the police are working on it, the police added. The BJP accused the AAP of failing to act against Kumar and shared a photograph of him with Arvind Kejriwal at the Lucknow airport. (With inputs from agencies)

Swati Maliwal assault case: AAP MP reaches AIIMS, may undergo medical check-up

<p>Days after Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar&nbsp;misbehaved with Aam Aadmi Party MP Swati Maliwal, he was spotted with the Delhi Chief Minister at the Lucknow airport on Wednesday (May 15).</p>

<p>Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh was also seen with the Delhi CM.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/swati-maliwal-assault-bjp-steps-up-attack-on-aap-amid-threat-to-her-life-721840">Swati Maliwal assault: BJP steps up attack on AAP amid&nbsp;‘threat to her life’</a></p>

<p>A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Delhi on Thursday (May 16) posted a fresh photograph of Bibhav Kumar, who allegedly assaulted Swati Maliwal earlier this week, accompanying Arvind Kejriwal and other party leaders at the Lucknow Airport.</p>

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काली शर्ट में बिभव हैं जिसने स्वाति मालीवाल को मारा<br />
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<p>Meanwhile, BJP leader Tajinder Bagga condemned Arvind Kejriwal and questioned him about punishing Bibhav Kumar for misbehaving with the AAP MP.</p>

<p>Citing Sanjay Singh's statement that Bibhav Kumar, misbehaved with Maliwal and Arvind Kejriwal directed strict action on the matter, Bagga shared a pos on X saying, "Sanjay Singh ji was saying that you will take strict action against Bibhav but you started making him tour the whole country."</p>

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<p>Reacting to Mishra’s post, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, said it became evident that Arvind Kejriwal was implicated in the assault on AAP's female MP, Swati Maliwal, as the party failed to file an FIR against Bibhav even after 72 hours, despite senior leader Sanjay Singh acknowledging Maliwal's assault.</p>

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<p>"Now, the AAP MP is being forced to keep silent or change her story as is evident from statements of her ex-husband Naveen Jaihind and Nitin Tyagi of AAP. Therefore she hasn’t reached out to the police yet," said&nbsp;Poonawalla.</p>

<p>While a video message on the social media platform, Facebook,&nbsp;claimed danger to Maliwal’s life, saying “anything can happen to her”.</p>

<h2><strong>Swati Maliwal assault case</strong></h2>

<p>On Monday, AAP's Rajya Sabha MP, Swati Maliwal, alleged that Arvind Kejriwal's close aide assaulted her at the Chief Minister's official residence.</p>

<p>Later, the police stated that they had not received a formal complaint from Maliwal in this regard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police said, they had received a PCR call at 9.34 am from a woman who said she had been assaulted at the Delhi Chief Minister's residence.</p>

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<p>"After some time, MP madam came to the police station, but she left stating she would give a complaint later," Deputy Commissioner of Police (north) MK Meena told reporters.</p>

<p>The call was from Swati Maliwal's mobile number, informed another officer, stating that she was the one on the other side of the line.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Days after Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar misbehaved with Aam Aadmi Party MP Swati Maliwal, he was spotted with the Delhi Chief Minister at the Lucknow airport on Wednesday (May 15).

Days after Arvind Kejriwal's close aide Bibhav Kumar misbehaved with Aam Aadmi Party MP Swati Maliwal, he was spotted with the Delhi Chief Minister at the Lucknow airport on Wednesday (May 15). Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh was also seen with the Delhi CM. Also read: Swati Maliwal assault: BJP steps up attack on AAP amid ‘threat to her life’ A Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Delhi on Thursday (May 16) posted a fresh photograph of Bibhav Kumar, who allegedly assaulted Swati Maliwal earlier this week, accompanying Arvind Kejriwal and other party leaders at the Lucknow Airport. लखनऊ एयरपोर्ट की कल रात की ये फोटो काली शर्ट में बिभव हैं जिसने स्वाति मालीवाल को मारा साथ में संजय सिंह जिन्होंने बताया कि बिभव ने बहुत ग़लत किया , केजरीवाल नाराज़ है तीसरे ख़ुद केजरीवाल जिन पर स्वाति को पिटवाने का आरोप pic.twitter.com/cVszpEFagb — Kapil Mishra (Modi Ka Pariwar) (@KapilMishra_IND) May 16, 2024 × Meanwhile, BJP leader Tajinder Bagga condemned Arvind Kejriwal and questioned him about punishing Bibhav Kumar for misbehaving with the AAP MP. Citing Sanjay Singh's statement that Bibhav Kumar, misbehaved with Maliwal and Arvind Kejriwal directed strict action on the matter, Bagga shared a pos on X saying, "Sanjay Singh ji was saying that you will take strict action against Bibhav but you started making him tour the whole country." Also read: AAP admits Kejriwal’s aide ‘misbehaved’ with MP Swati Maliwal in Delhi CM’s drawing room Reacting to Mishra’s post, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla, said it became evident that Arvind Kejriwal was implicated in the assault on AAP's female MP, Swati Maliwal, as the party failed to file an FIR against Bibhav even after 72 hours, despite senior leader Sanjay Singh acknowledging Maliwal's assault. 72 hours No FIR on Bibhav Kumar instead Kejriwal is protecting him ! Roaming around with him.. It is clear- attack on Swati Maliwal was done at behest of Kejriwal himself Sheesh Mahal is Apradh Mahal & just like Draupadi cheerharan - a woman Rajya Sabha MP was subjected to… pic.twitter.com/1ig50VqHbT — Shehzad Jai Hind (Modi Ka Parivar) (@Shehzad_Ind) May 16, 2024 × "Now, the AAP MP is being forced to keep silent or change her story as is evident from statements of her ex-husband Naveen Jaihind and Nitin Tyagi of AAP. Therefore she hasn’t reached out to the police yet," said Poonawalla. While a video message on the social media platform, Facebook, claimed danger to Maliwal’s life, saying “anything can happen to her”. Swati Maliwal assault case On Monday, AAP's Rajya Sabha MP, Swati Maliwal, alleged that Arvind Kejriwal's close aide assaulted her at the Chief Minister's official residence. Later, the police stated that they had not received a formal complaint from Maliwal in this regard. The police said, they had received a PCR call at 9.34 am from a woman who said she had been assaulted at the Delhi Chief Minister's residence. Also read: AAP MP Swati Maliwal alleges assault by Kejriwal's close aide "After some time, MP madam came to the police station, but she left stating she would give a complaint later," Deputy Commissioner of Police (north) MK Meena told reporters. The call was from Swati Maliwal's mobile number, informed another officer, stating that she was the one on the other side of the line. (With inputs from agencies)

Bibhav Kumar, accused of assaulting Swati Maliwal, seen with Delhi CM; BJP reacts

<p>A political storm has erupted in New Delhi following allegations by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Swati Maliwal that she&nbsp;was assaulted&nbsp;at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;official residence. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (May 15) staged protests outside&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;residence and demanded a thorough investigation into&nbsp;the alleged incident.</p>

<p>The chief of the Delhi unit of BJP also questioned&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;silence over the matter even as senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh earlier confirmed that the CM has taken cognisance of&nbsp;Maliwal's&nbsp;allegations.</p>

<p>“Why&nbsp;isn't&nbsp;the Chief Minister saying anything? The incident happened at his residence, he should have called the police. But, he is not doing anything which throws his role in all this under suspicion,”&nbsp;said Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Naveen Jaihind, the ex-husband of the AAP MP Swati Maliwal, has alleged that there is a threat to her life and&nbsp;"anything could happen"&nbsp;to her.</p>

<p>On Tuesday, senior AAP leader and MP Sanjay Singh had confirmed that&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp; personal secretary, Bibhav Kumar, had&nbsp;“misbehaved”&nbsp;with Maliwal. Singh also assured that Kejriwal would take strict action against the accused.</p>

<p>However, the&nbsp;BJP&nbsp;stepped up attacks on&nbsp;AAP over what it said was a delay in action.</p>

<p>The PM&nbsp;Narendra&nbsp;Modi's&nbsp;party&nbsp;also suggested that political pressure on Maliwal may have prevented her from filing a police complaint against&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;secretary.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced it will investigate the matter.&nbsp;Earlier,&nbsp;it also directed Delhi police to file an action report within 72 hours.</p>

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<p>Notably, other opposition leaders have maintained distance from the allegations.</p>

<p>Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge refused to comment on the incident whereas&nbsp;Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav evaded the question.</p>

<p>On Monday, Delhi Police had confirmed it received two calls from&nbsp;Maliwal's&nbsp;phone number while she was at Delhi&nbsp;CM's&nbsp;residence. However, they said the AAP MP&nbsp;didn't&nbsp;file an official complaint when she visited the police station.</p>

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A political storm has erupted in New Delhi following allegations by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Swati Maliwal that she was assaulted at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence.

A political storm has erupted in New Delhi following allegations by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Swati Maliwal that she was assaulted at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Wednesday (May 15) staged protests outside Kejriwal's residence and demanded a thorough investigation into the alleged incident. The chief of the Delhi unit of BJP also questioned Kejriwal's silence over the matter even as senior AAP leader Sanjay Singh earlier confirmed that the CM has taken cognisance of Maliwal's allegations. “Why isn't the Chief Minister saying anything? The incident happened at his residence, he should have called the police. But, he is not doing anything which throws his role in all this under suspicion,” said Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva. Meanwhile, Naveen Jaihind, the ex-husband of the AAP MP Swati Maliwal, has alleged that there is a threat to her life and "anything could happen" to her. On Tuesday, senior AAP leader and MP Sanjay Singh had confirmed that Kejriwal's personal secretary, Bibhav Kumar, had “misbehaved” with Maliwal. Singh also assured that Kejriwal would take strict action against the accused. However, the BJP stepped up attacks on AAP over what it said was a delay in action. The PM Narendra Modi's party also suggested that political pressure on Maliwal may have prevented her from filing a police complaint against Kejriwal's secretary. Meanwhile, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced it will investigate the matter. Earlier, it also directed Delhi police to file an action report within 72 hours. Also read: AAP admits Kejriwal’s aide ‘misbehaved’ with MP Swati Maliwal in Delhi CM’s drawing room Notably, other opposition leaders have maintained distance from the allegations. Congress Chief Mallikarjun Kharge refused to comment on the incident whereas Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav evaded the question. On Monday, Delhi Police had confirmed it received two calls from Maliwal's phone number while she was at Delhi CM's residence. However, they said the AAP MP didn't file an official complaint when she visited the police station. (With inputs from agencies)

Swati Maliwal assault: BJP steps up attack on AAP amid ‘threat to her life’

<p>A day after former DCW chief Swati Maliwal reported an assault at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged on Tuesday (May14) that an aide of the AAP leader had "misbehaved" with her. The party added that Kejriwal is aware of the incident and will take suitable action against the person involved.</p>

<p>Swati Maliwal, a senior AAP leader and Rajya Sabha member, visited the Civil Lines police station on Monday (May 13) morning, alleging she was assaulted by Arvind Kejriwal's personal assistant, Bibhav Kumar. However, she did not file an official complaint.</p>

<p>Neither Swati Maliwal nor the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) addressed the controversy on Monday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-excise-policy-case-aap-to-be-named-accused-in-scam-ed-informs-delhi-hc-721316">Also read |&nbsp;Delhi excise policy case: AAP to be named accused in scam, ED informs Delhi HC</a></p>

<p>On Tuesday, AAP MP Sanjay Singh confirmed that Kejriwal's aide did indeed misbehave with Swati Maliwal while she was waiting to meet Arvind Kejriwal at his Delhi residence. Sanjay Singh noted that the incident occurred in Kejriwal's drawing room.</p>

<p>"Yesterday, a condemnable incident took place. Swati Maliwal had gone to Arvind Kejriwal's residence to meet him. While she was waiting for him in the drawing room, Bibhav Kumar allegedly misbehaved with her. The CM has taken cognisance of the matter, and he will take appropriate action," he said, as quoted by&nbsp;PTI.</p>

<p>The Delhi Police reported on Monday that Swati Maliwal, the former chief of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), called the PCR number at 9:34 am to report an assault by Bibhav Kumar.</p>

<p>She arrived at the police station at 10 am but left after five minutes without filing a formal complaint. A police officer informed PTI that she left after being told that a medical examination was required in assault cases.</p>

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<p>The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticised AAP and Arvind Kejriwal over the alleged assault, describing Kejriwal's house as a "boxing ring" and noting that former Delhi chief secretary Anshu Prakash had also been assaulted there.</p>

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A day after former DCW chief Swati Maliwal reported an assault at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged on Tuesday (May14) that an aide of the AAP leader had "misbehaved" with her.

A day after former DCW chief Swati Maliwal reported an assault at Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's residence, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) acknowledged on Tuesday (May14) that an aide of the AAP leader had "misbehaved" with her. The party added that Kejriwal is aware of the incident and will take suitable action against the person involved. Swati Maliwal, a senior AAP leader and Rajya Sabha member, visited the Civil Lines police station on Monday (May 13) morning, alleging she was assaulted by Arvind Kejriwal's personal assistant, Bibhav Kumar. However, she did not file an official complaint. Neither Swati Maliwal nor the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) addressed the controversy on Monday. Also read | Delhi excise policy case: AAP to be named accused in scam, ED informs Delhi HC On Tuesday, AAP MP Sanjay Singh confirmed that Kejriwal's aide did indeed misbehave with Swati Maliwal while she was waiting to meet Arvind Kejriwal at his Delhi residence. Sanjay Singh noted that the incident occurred in Kejriwal's drawing room. "Yesterday, a condemnable incident took place. Swati Maliwal had gone to Arvind Kejriwal's residence to meet him. While she was waiting for him in the drawing room, Bibhav Kumar allegedly misbehaved with her. The CM has taken cognisance of the matter, and he will take appropriate action," he said, as quoted by PTI. The Delhi Police reported on Monday that Swati Maliwal, the former chief of the Delhi Commission for Women (DCW), called the PCR number at 9:34 am to report an assault by Bibhav Kumar. She arrived at the police station at 10 am but left after five minutes without filing a formal complaint. A police officer informed PTI that she left after being told that a medical examination was required in assault cases. Also watch | PM Modi files nomination from Varanasi The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticised AAP and Arvind Kejriwal over the alleged assault, describing Kejriwal's house as a "boxing ring" and noting that former Delhi chief secretary Anshu Prakash had also been assaulted there. (With inputs from agencies)

AAP admits Kejriwal’s aide ‘misbehaved’ with MP Swati Maliwal in Delhi CM’s drawing room

<p>During the bail hearing for AAP leader Manish Sisodia on Tuesday (May 14), the Enforcement Directorate lawyer told the Delhi High Court that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) would also face charges in the case, with a supplementary chargesheet expected soon, according to ANI.</p>

<p>Despite there being only 17 arrests so far, more than 250 petitions have been submitted, causing the investigation officer to frequently appear in court, said the ED on delay in probe and trial while opposing Sisodia's bail request.&nbsp;This will be the first legal proceeding in which a political party is named as an accused.</p>

<p>The ED's counsel informed Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, who is hearing arguments on Sisodia’s bail plea, that AAP would be named as a co-accused in the upcoming chargesheet.</p>

<p>The ED’s counsel also claimed that the accused are making efforts to delay the filing of charges in the case.</p>

<p>The ED lawyer submitted in court that the actions of Sisodia&nbsp;enabled Indospirits to earn profits of ₹192 crore&nbsp;during the 11 months when the Delhi excise policy was in force.</p>

<p>While seeking bail, Sisodia’s attorney argued that the ED and CBI continue to make arrests in the money laundering and corruption case, indicating that the trial will not be resolved quickly.<br />
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The Enforcement Directorate is investigating the money laundering aspect of the alleged scheme. This development follows the Supreme Court granting Kejriwal interim bail to campaign in the Lok Sabha elections just a few days ago.<br />
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After hearing all the arguments, the court reserved its order on Sisodia's bail plea.</p>

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<h2><strong>K Kavitha's judicial custody extended till May 20</strong></h2>

<p>A Delhi court , meanwhile, extended the judicial custody of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha until May 20 on Tuesday (May 14) in relation to the Delhi excise policy case. The Rouse Avenue Court postponed the hearing on the sixth supplementary chargesheet submitted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as part of their investigation.</p>

<p>Last Friday, the ED had submitted a nearly 200-page prosecution chargesheet with annexures under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The chargesheet names Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, along with three employees of Chariot Productions Media Pvt Ltd — Damodar Sharma, Prince Kumar, and Chanpreet Singh — and a former India Ahead news channel employee, Arvind Singh, as accused.</p>

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<p>Kavitha was arrested by the ED on March 15 from her residence in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills. The central agency has accused her of being a key member of the ‘South Group,’ which allegedly paid a hefty amount in kickbacks to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for a substantial share of liquor licenses in Delhi under the now-cancelled 2021-22 excise policy.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


During the bail hearing for AAP leader Manish Sisodia on Tuesday (May 14), the Enforcement Directorate lawyer told the Delhi High Court that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) would also face charges in the case, with a supplementary chargesheet expected soon, according to ANI.

During the bail hearing for AAP leader Manish Sisodia on Tuesday (May 14), the Enforcement Directorate lawyer told the Delhi High Court that the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) would also face charges in the case, with a supplementary chargesheet expected soon, according to ANI. Despite there being only 17 arrests so far, more than 250 petitions have been submitted, causing the investigation officer to frequently appear in court, said the ED on delay in probe and trial while opposing Sisodia's bail request. This will be the first legal proceeding in which a political party is named as an accused. The ED's counsel informed Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, who is hearing arguments on Sisodia’s bail plea, that AAP would be named as a co-accused in the upcoming chargesheet. The ED’s counsel also claimed that the accused are making efforts to delay the filing of charges in the case. The ED lawyer submitted in court that the actions of Sisodia enabled Indospirits to earn profits of ₹192 crore during the 11 months when the Delhi excise policy was in force. While seeking bail, Sisodia’s attorney argued that the ED and CBI continue to make arrests in the money laundering and corruption case, indicating that the trial will not be resolved quickly. The Enforcement Directorate is investigating the money laundering aspect of the alleged scheme. This development follows the Supreme Court granting Kejriwal interim bail to campaign in the Lok Sabha elections just a few days ago. After hearing all the arguments, the court reserved its order on Sisodia's bail plea. Also read | Lok Sabha elections 2024: PM Modi, 'son of Ganga', files nomination in Varanasi seeking 3rd term as MP K Kavitha's judicial custody extended till May 20 A Delhi court , meanwhile, extended the judicial custody of Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha until May 20 on Tuesday (May 14) in relation to the Delhi excise policy case. The Rouse Avenue Court postponed the hearing on the sixth supplementary chargesheet submitted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) as part of their investigation. Last Friday, the ED had submitted a nearly 200-page prosecution chargesheet with annexures under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The chargesheet names Kavitha, daughter of former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao, along with three employees of Chariot Productions Media Pvt Ltd — Damodar Sharma, Prince Kumar, and Chanpreet Singh — and a former India Ahead news channel employee, Arvind Singh, as accused. Also watch | PM Modi files nomination from Varanasi Kavitha was arrested by the ED on March 15 from her residence in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills. The central agency has accused her of being a key member of the ‘South Group,’ which allegedly paid a hefty amount in kickbacks to the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) for a substantial share of liquor licenses in Delhi under the now-cancelled 2021-22 excise policy. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi excise policy case: AAP to be named accused in scam, ED informs Delhi HC

<p>Swati Maliwal, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, on Monday (May 13) alleged that she was assaulted at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s residence by his close aide Bibhav Kumar, according to sources.</p>

<p>Maliwal made a PCR call at around 10 am from Delhi CM’s residence. Following the call, Delhi Police reached the Chief Minister’s residence, the sources informed.</p>

<p>"One PCR call at 9:34 AM has been received at PS Civil Lines from a lady saying she has been assaulted at CM House. After some time, MP Madam came to PS Civil Lines, however, she left stating she will give complaint later, said&nbsp;DCP (North) Manoj Meena.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Bibhav Kumar?</strong></h2>

<p>Bibhav Kumar was Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personnel secretary. He was recently in the news after the Delhi Vigilance Department sacked him from the position of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personal secretary, citing illegal appointment.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiZgZC__4mGAxVpUGcHHf-WCkoQFnoECAQQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw3_8-9FV3Pytu2aLwZoA1IF&amp;arm=e" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049" target="_blank">India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister</a></p>

<p>Bibhav Kumar was sacked in connection to a 2007 case against him for ‘assault and use of criminal force to obstruct a public servant from doing his duty’.</p>

<p>While Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva said, "This a shameful incident which has happened in the CM's residence. Arvind Kejriwal's residence has always been in the headlines for similar incidents. Swati Maliwal is known to raise issues of Delhi from time to time. I am sure she will not sit quietly in this matter and people will know what a disgusting person lives in the CM's residence."</p>

<h2><strong>BJP criticises AAP</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya has accused&nbsp;Swati Maliwal of maintaining&nbsp;silence on party supremo Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The BJP leader took to the microblogging site X and wrote, “AAP RS MP and former DCW chief Swati Maliwal alleges that Delhi CM’s PA assaulted her. Call made from Delhi CM’s House. Remember, Swati Maliwal had maintained radio silence on Kejriwal’s arrest. She was in fact not even in India at that time and didn’t return for a long time.”</p>

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<p>India's Supreme Court on Friday (May 10) granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal till June 1.&nbsp;In its order, the SC further asked Kejriwal to surrender on&nbsp;June 2.</p>

<p>The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader was arrested and jailed in connection with the liquor excise policy case.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Arvind Kejriwal's arrest&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a data-ctorig="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-files-response-in-sc-in-the-liquor-policy-case-calls-arrest-illegal-715693" data-cturl="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-files-response-in-sc-in-the-liquor-policy-case-calls-arrest-illegal-715693&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiZgZC__4mGAxVpUGcHHf-WCkoQFnoECAYQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw3aXS1QrCP0EzQYHW6o9Wrh&amp;arm=e" dir="ltr" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-files-response-in-sc-in-the-liquor-policy-case-calls-arrest-illegal-715693" target="_blank">Delhi CM Arvind&nbsp;<b>Kejriwal</b>&nbsp;files response in SC in liquor policy case</a></p>

<p>The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022. Corruption allegations have been levelled against the party, which AAP denies.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Swati Maliwal, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, on Monday (May 13) alleged that she was assaulted at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s residence by his close aide Bibhav Kumar, according to sources.

Swati Maliwal, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi Commission for Women chairperson, on Monday (May 13) alleged that she was assaulted at Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s residence by his close aide Bibhav Kumar, according to sources. Maliwal made a PCR call at around 10 am from Delhi CM’s residence. Following the call, Delhi Police reached the Chief Minister’s residence, the sources informed. "One PCR call at 9:34 AM has been received at PS Civil Lines from a lady saying she has been assaulted at CM House. After some time, MP Madam came to PS Civil Lines, however, she left stating she will give complaint later, said DCP (North) Manoj Meena. Who is Bibhav Kumar? Bibhav Kumar was Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personnel secretary. He was recently in the news after the Delhi Vigilance Department sacked him from the position of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s personal secretary, citing illegal appointment. Also read: India Supreme Court grants interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Bibhav Kumar was sacked in connection to a 2007 case against him for ‘assault and use of criminal force to obstruct a public servant from doing his duty’. While Delhi BJP President Virendraa Sachdeva said, "This a shameful incident which has happened in the CM's residence. Arvind Kejriwal's residence has always been in the headlines for similar incidents. Swati Maliwal is known to raise issues of Delhi from time to time. I am sure she will not sit quietly in this matter and people will know what a disgusting person lives in the CM's residence." BJP criticises AAP Meanwhile, BJP IT cell head Amit Malviya has accused Swati Maliwal of maintaining silence on party supremo Arvind Kejriwal’s arrest. The BJP leader took to the microblogging site X and wrote, “AAP RS MP and former DCW chief Swati Maliwal alleges that Delhi CM’s PA assaulted her. Call made from Delhi CM’s House. Remember, Swati Maliwal had maintained radio silence on Kejriwal’s arrest. She was in fact not even in India at that time and didn’t return for a long time.” Also read: Kejriwal Returns: What It Means For General Elections 2024 India's Supreme Court on Friday (May 10) granted interim bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal till June 1. In its order, the SC further asked Kejriwal to surrender on June 2. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader was arrested and jailed in connection with the liquor excise policy case. Arvind Kejriwal's arrest Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy. Also read: Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal files response in SC in liquor policy case The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022. Corruption allegations have been levelled against the party, which AAP denies. (With inputs from agencies)

AAP MP Swati Maliwal alleges assault by Kejriwal's close aide at CM house

<p>Delhi Chief Minister <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-grants-interim-bail-to-delhi-cm-arvind-kejriwal-720049">Arvind Kejriwal</a> received a warm welcome as he walked out of Tihar Jail on Friday (May 10) on bail. Earlier in the day, the Indian Supreme Court granted him interim bail till June 1. Videos showed firecrackers being burst outside his residence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kejriwal addressed a large gathering of his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supporters after he reached his official residence.</p>

<p>"I am back," he said. "It feels nice to be in front of you all. I told you that I would return soon. I am back."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I want to thank all of you. You gave me your blessings. I want to thank the judges of the Supreme Court, it is because of them that I am in front of you. We have to save the country from dictatorship," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/delhi-court-charges-brij-bhushan-singh-with-sexual-harassment-of-female-wrestlers-720142">Delhi Court charges Brij Bhushan Singh with sexual harassment of female wrestlers</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>On his release, MP Swati Maliwal said, "On behalf of the people of the country, I wholeheartedly thank the Supreme Court. Arvind Kejriwal ji did amazing work in Delhi and Punjab.</p>

<p>"Today when he has been released from jail, there is a wave of happiness and hope in the entire country which will definitely translate into votes. We will win with a huge margin."&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Arvind Kejriwal's arrest</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>The AAP supremo was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021.</p>

<p>But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022.</p>

<p>Corruption allegations were levelled against the party. AAP denies the allegations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The investigating agencies have said that the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits.</p>

<p>The Delhi chief minister even challenged his arrest by the ED, but it was rejected by the Delhi High Court.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal received a warm welcome as he walked out of Tihar Jail on Friday (May 10) on bail. Earlier in the day, the Indian Supreme Court granted him interim bail till June 1.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal received a warm welcome as he walked out of Tihar Jail on Friday (May 10) on bail. Earlier in the day, the Indian Supreme Court granted him interim bail till June 1. Videos showed firecrackers being burst outside his residence. Kejriwal addressed a large gathering of his Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supporters after he reached his official residence. "I am back," he said. "It feels nice to be in front of you all. I told you that I would return soon. I am back." "I want to thank all of you. You gave me your blessings. I want to thank the judges of the Supreme Court, it is because of them that I am in front of you. We have to save the country from dictatorship," he added. Also read: Delhi Court charges Brij Bhushan Singh with sexual harassment of female wrestlers On his release, MP Swati Maliwal said, "On behalf of the people of the country, I wholeheartedly thank the Supreme Court. Arvind Kejriwal ji did amazing work in Delhi and Punjab. "Today when he has been released from jail, there is a wave of happiness and hope in the entire country which will definitely translate into votes. We will win with a huge margin." #WATCH | Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal addresses party workers after being released from Tihar jail. CM Kejriwal says, "Tomorrow at 11 am we will go to the Hanuman Temple at Connaught Place and at 1 pm, we will address a press conference at the party office." The Supreme Court… pic.twitter.com/76ij5KZ4iw — ANI (@ANI) May 10, 2024 × Arvind Kejriwal's arrest The AAP supremo was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy. The Delhi government had implemented the policy on November 17, 2021. But it was scrapped at the end of September 2022. Corruption allegations were levelled against the party. AAP denies the allegations. The investigating agencies have said that the profit margins of wholesalers were increased from 5 per cent to 12 per cent under the new policy. The agencies have alleged that the new policy resulted in cartelisation and those ineligible for liquor licences were favoured for monetary benefits. The Delhi chief minister even challenged his arrest by the ED, but it was rejected by the Delhi High Court. (With inputs from agencies)

'I am back': Arvind Kejriwal receives warm welcome as he walks out of jail on bail - WATCH

<p>A number of fans were detained in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals on May 6 for raising slogans in support of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Delhi Police said that the fans were detained at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for creating 'public nuisance'.</p>

<p>"Our staff are deployed at various points in the stadium. We have detained some persons for creating public nuisance. They are being bound down accordingly and will be released after legal formalities. We encourage all spectators to enjoy the game and not indulge in such activity in the stadium," said Delhi Police as reported by the new agency ANI.</p>

<p><strong>Also Watch:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/cricket/ipl-2024-video-avesh-khan-28-run-over-jake-fraser-mcgurk-delhi-capitals-vs-rajasthan-royals-719042">4,4,4,6,4,6 - Jake Fraser-McGurk tears apart Avesh Khan in DC vs RR</a></p>

<p>The fans were wearing a yellow t-shirt with Kejriwal's photo behind the bars on it. Have a look at the video below:</p>

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<p>As for the match, Jake Fraser-McGurk's 20-ball 50 and Abhishek Porel's 36-ball 65 helped DC post 221/8 in 20 overs. Fraser-McGurk smashed Rajasthan Royals' &nbsp;Avesh Khan for 28 runs in an over to bring up his fifty inside the powerplay.</p>

<p>The dashing opener from Australia, however, got out in the very next over when he chipped a full toss ball Ravi Ashwin towards the extra cover region. After Fraser-McGurk got out, his opening partner Abhishek Porel kept the innings going.</p>

<p>By the time Porel got out DC had scored 144 runs in 12.4 overs. After Porel, Rishabh Pant (15 off 13), Gulbadin Naib (19 off 15) and Tristian Stubbs took DC past 200.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It was, however, Stubbs' 20-ball 41 runs innings which ensured the Capitals have a good score to bowl at. For Royals, Ashwin was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3/28 in four overs. Apart from him, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma and Yuzvendra Chahal took one wicket each.</p>


A number of fans were detained in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals on May 6 for raising slogans in support of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

A number of fans were detained in Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals on May 6 for raising slogans in support of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Delhi Police said that the fans were detained at the Arun Jaitley Stadium for creating 'public nuisance'. "Our staff are deployed at various points in the stadium. We have detained some persons for creating public nuisance. They are being bound down accordingly and will be released after legal formalities. We encourage all spectators to enjoy the game and not indulge in such activity in the stadium," said Delhi Police as reported by the new agency ANI. Also Watch: 4,4,4,6,4,6 - Jake Fraser-McGurk tears apart Avesh Khan in DC vs RR The fans were wearing a yellow t-shirt with Kejriwal's photo behind the bars on it. Have a look at the video below: #WATCH | Few people raised slogans in support of Arvind Kejriwal during the IPL Match between Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi Our staff are deployed at various points in the stadium. We have detained some persons for creating public nuisance.… pic.twitter.com/Y5kzAYnjBL — ANI (@ANI) May 7, 2024 × As for the match, Jake Fraser-McGurk's 20-ball 50 and Abhishek Porel's 36-ball 65 helped DC post 221/8 in 20 overs. Fraser-McGurk smashed Rajasthan Royals' Avesh Khan for 28 runs in an over to bring up his fifty inside the powerplay. The dashing opener from Australia, however, got out in the very next over when he chipped a full toss ball Ravi Ashwin towards the extra cover region. After Fraser-McGurk got out, his opening partner Abhishek Porel kept the innings going. By the time Porel got out DC had scored 144 runs in 12.4 overs. After Porel, Rishabh Pant (15 off 13), Gulbadin Naib (19 off 15) and Tristian Stubbs took DC past 200. It was, however, Stubbs' 20-ball 41 runs innings which ensured the Capitals have a good score to bowl at. For Royals, Ashwin was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3/28 in four overs. Apart from him, Trent Boult, Sandeep Sharma and Yuzvendra Chahal took one wicket each.

IPL 2024: Fans detained at Delhi vs Rajasthan match for shouting slogans in support of Delhi CM

<p>Former Congress Delhi President Arvinder Singh Lovely on Saturday (May 4) joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) days after resigning from the party.</p>

<p>Lovely joined the saffron party in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde and Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva.</p>

<p>Along with Lovely, several other leaders including former Congress MLAs Raj Kumar Chauhan, Naseeb Singh and Neeraj Basoya and former Youth Congress President Amit Mallik joined the BJP.</p>

<p>After joining the party, Lovely said, "I had resigned from the post of Delhi Congress President and after that, I met all my colleagues and thousands of Congress workers. All those people said that you should not sit at home and should continue fighting for the people of Delhi and the country."</p>

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<h2><strong>Lovely wrote letter to Kharge</strong></h2>

<p>Lovely, who stepped down from the post of the Delhi Congress chief on April 28, wrote a letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge citing that he was against the alliance between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Delhi Congress unit was against an alliance with a party which was formed on the sole basis of levelling false, fabricated and malafide corruption charges against the Congress party. Despite that, the party made a decision to ally with the AAP in Delhi...," Arvinder Singh Lovely wrote in his resignation letter.</p>

<p>He further underlined that the remarks made by the North-East Delhi candidate Kanhaiya Kumar where he made "factually incorrect statements" and falsely praised Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, did not go well with the local party unit.</p>

<p>"Such ill-thought and factually incorrect statements have not gone down well with the local party unit since, the local party workers had an inherent understanding that the alliance was not done in appreciation of AAP's false propaganda of the development of Delhi and was in fact, a "compromise&nbsp;to improve the chances of victory for the party as part of the National Alliance," he said.</p>

<p>Voting for all the seven Lok Sabha constituencies in Delhi is scheduled to take place on May 25, which is the sixth phase of the ongoing general elections.</p>

<p>The results of the polls will be announced on June 4.</p>

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Former Congress Delhi President Arvinder Singh Lovely on Saturday (May 4) joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) days after resigning from the party. Lovely joined the saffron party in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde and Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva.

Former Congress Delhi President Arvinder Singh Lovely on Saturday (May 4) joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) days after resigning from the party. Lovely joined the saffron party in the presence of Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde and Delhi BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva. Along with Lovely, several other leaders including former Congress MLAs Raj Kumar Chauhan, Naseeb Singh and Neeraj Basoya and former Youth Congress President Amit Mallik joined the BJP. After joining the party, Lovely said, "I had resigned from the post of Delhi Congress President and after that, I met all my colleagues and thousands of Congress workers. All those people said that you should not sit at home and should continue fighting for the people of Delhi and the country." #WATCH | After joining BJP, Arvinder Singh Lovely says, "I had resigned from the post of Delhi Congress President and after that, I met all my colleagues and thousands of Congress workers. All those people said that you should not sit at home and should continue fighting for the… pic.twitter.com/73hwB4cm8U — ANI (@ANI) May 4, 2024 × Also read: RJD's Misa Bharti alleges PM Modi's photo from COVID vaccine certificate removed 'fearing defamation' Lovely wrote letter to Kharge Lovely, who stepped down from the post of the Delhi Congress chief on April 28, wrote a letter to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge citing that he was against the alliance between Congress and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi. "The Delhi Congress unit was against an alliance with a party which was formed on the sole basis of levelling false, fabricated and malafide corruption charges against the Congress party. Despite that, the party made a decision to ally with the AAP in Delhi...," Arvinder Singh Lovely wrote in his resignation letter. He further underlined that the remarks made by the North-East Delhi candidate Kanhaiya Kumar where he made "factually incorrect statements" and falsely praised Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, did not go well with the local party unit. "Such ill-thought and factually incorrect statements have not gone down well with the local party unit since, the local party workers had an inherent understanding that the alliance was not done in appreciation of AAP's false propaganda of the development of Delhi and was in fact, a "compromise to improve the chances of victory for the party as part of the National Alliance," he said. Voting for all the seven Lok Sabha constituencies in Delhi is scheduled to take place on May 25, which is the sixth phase of the ongoing general elections. The results of the polls will be announced on June 4. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday (Apr 30) revealed the reason behind Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha's striking absence amid the party crisis, which began after Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case&nbsp;pertaining to&nbsp;alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy.&nbsp;Chadha, AAP's MP from Punjab, has been missing from the party's campaigning for the Lok Sabha elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bharadwaj said that Chadha has undergone major eye surgery in the United Kingdom and will join the party's Lok Sabha poll campaigning once he feels better. He added that the MP had developed a&nbsp;serious&nbsp;eye ailment&nbsp;which&nbsp;could have led to blindness.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/informed-pak-about-balakot-strike-before-media-pm-modi-highlights-his-fight-from-front-policy-716712">‘Informed Pak about Balakot strike before media’:&nbsp;PM Modi highlights his&nbsp;‘fight from front’&nbsp;policy</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also said that Chadha will campaign for the party for the general assembly elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Raghav Chadha has undergone a major eye surgery in the UK. It&nbsp;is said&nbsp;that his condition was serious&nbsp;and&nbsp;there was a possibility of blindness. As soon as he gets better, he will&nbsp;come back&nbsp;to India and join us in the election campaigning," Bharadwaj told PTI Videos.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On being asked about Chadha joining the election campaign, Mann said, "He will campaign."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"There are 11 players (in cricket). Then there is the coaching staff,&nbsp;people&nbsp;who bowl and bat in the nets and four extra players. Everyone is fulfilling their responsibilities," he said while speaking to reporters after&nbsp;his meeting&nbsp;with Kejriwal in Tihar jail.</p>

<p>"We have an organisation&nbsp;and&nbsp;whoever is assigned some duty, they will do it. On June 4, AAP will emerge as a strong political power," Mann added.&nbsp;<br />
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Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday (Apr 30) revealed the reason behind Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha's striking absence amid the party crisis, which began after Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy.

Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj on Tuesday (Apr 30) revealed the reason behind Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Rajya Sabha MP Raghav Chadha's striking absence amid the party crisis, which began after Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in a case pertaining to alleged corruption and money laundering in formulating and executing the Delhi government's excise policy. Chadha, AAP's MP from Punjab, has been missing from the party's campaigning for the Lok Sabha elections. Bharadwaj said that Chadha has undergone major eye surgery in the United Kingdom and will join the party's Lok Sabha poll campaigning once he feels better. He added that the MP had developed a serious eye ailment which could have led to blindness. Also read: ‘Informed Pak about Balakot strike before media’: PM Modi highlights his ‘fight from front’ policy Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann also said that Chadha will campaign for the party for the general assembly elections. "Raghav Chadha has undergone a major eye surgery in the UK. It is said that his condition was serious and there was a possibility of blindness. As soon as he gets better, he will come back to India and join us in the election campaigning," Bharadwaj told PTI Videos. Also read: ‘CM post not ceremonial’: Delhi HC says Arvind Kejriwal’s incarceration, absence must not impact students Watch this report on Prajwal Revanna case × On being asked about Chadha joining the election campaign, Mann said, "He will campaign." "There are 11 players (in cricket). Then there is the coaching staff, people who bowl and bat in the nets and four extra players. Everyone is fulfilling their responsibilities," he said while speaking to reporters after his meeting with Kejriwal in Tihar jail. "We have an organisation and whoever is assigned some duty, they will do it. On June 4, AAP will emerge as a strong political power," Mann added. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Could’ve lost eyesight’: Reason behind Raghav Chadha’s striking absence amid party crisis

<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Apr 27) targeted the Centre as he filed his response to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that his arrest in the liquor policy case is illegal. He called the arrest an "unprecedented assault" on the democracy.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo further noted that there were no proof or material evidence that the AAP received funds or advanced kickbacks from the South group.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Not a single rupee was traced back to the AAP, and the allegations put forth in this regard are devoid of any tangible evidence, rendering them vague, baseless without any corroboration," Kejriwal's affidavit read.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Targeting the centre, the Delhi chief minister told India's top court that the ongoing case of money laundering&nbsp;is a "classic" example of how the government misuses probe agencies such as ED.&nbsp;</p>

<p>ED has already filed an affidavit opposing Kejriwal's plea, which challenged his arrest by the&nbsp;agency on March 21. He is currently in judicial custody.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-files-complaint-against-pm-modi-over-spreading-misinformation-about-south-goa-candidate-fernandes-715490">Congress files complaint against PM Modi over spreading 'misinformation' about South Goa candidate Fernandes</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Kejriwal also alleged in the affidavit that the ED "illegally" arrested him just days after the General Elections were notified and the Model Code of Conduct was put in place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kejriwal said, "During an election cycle when political activity is at its highest, the Petitioner's illegal arrest has caused grave prejudice to the Petitioner's political party, and will provide the ruling party at the Centre an unjust upper hand in the ongoing elections."&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Taranjit Singh Sandhu speaks to WION on US-India ties&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Arvind Kejriwal's health</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>A five-member medical board, which was set up on Delhi High Court's instruction, advised Kejriwal to maintain his insulin dosage of two units while in prison, local media reported citing sources. The medical board confirmed that Kejriwal's health was "completely okay".&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The board asked Arvind Kejriwal to continue the same medicines that he was already taking. Kejriwal was asked to continue the dose of two units of insulin in jail", officials said as quoted in reports.&nbsp;</p>

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Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Apr 27) targeted the Centre as he filed his response to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that his arrest in the liquor policy case is illegal.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Saturday (Apr 27) targeted the Centre as he filed his response to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) affidavit in the Supreme Court, stating that his arrest in the liquor policy case is illegal. He called the arrest an "unprecedented assault" on the democracy. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) supremo further noted that there were no proof or material evidence that the AAP received funds or advanced kickbacks from the South group. "Not a single rupee was traced back to the AAP, and the allegations put forth in this regard are devoid of any tangible evidence, rendering them vague, baseless without any corroboration," Kejriwal's affidavit read. Also read: VIDEO: Mamata Banerjee suffers injury after she fell while boarding helicopter Targeting the centre, the Delhi chief minister told India's top court that the ongoing case of money laundering is a "classic" example of how the government misuses probe agencies such as ED. ED has already filed an affidavit opposing Kejriwal's plea, which challenged his arrest by the agency on March 21. He is currently in judicial custody. Also read: Congress files complaint against PM Modi over spreading 'misinformation' about South Goa candidate Fernandes Kejriwal also alleged in the affidavit that the ED "illegally" arrested him just days after the General Elections were notified and the Model Code of Conduct was put in place. Kejriwal said, "During an election cycle when political activity is at its highest, the Petitioner's illegal arrest has caused grave prejudice to the Petitioner's political party, and will provide the ruling party at the Centre an unjust upper hand in the ongoing elections." Watch: Taranjit Singh Sandhu speaks to WION on US-India ties × Arvind Kejriwal's health A five-member medical board, which was set up on Delhi High Court's instruction, advised Kejriwal to maintain his insulin dosage of two units while in prison, local media reported citing sources. The medical board confirmed that Kejriwal's health was "completely okay". "The board asked Arvind Kejriwal to continue the same medicines that he was already taking. Kejriwal was asked to continue the dose of two units of insulin in jail", officials said as quoted in reports. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal files response in SC in liquor policy case, calls arrest 'illegal'

<p>AAP leader Atishi on Friday (Apr 26) announced that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal will campaign for the Lok Sabha polls on behalf of her jailed husband.</p>

<p>The Delhi minister said that Sunita would hold roadshows in various states including Punjab, Gujarat, Haryana, and the Indian capital.</p>

<p>"To oppose the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, seek blessings for him, and campaign for AAP's candidates, his wife Sunita Kejriwal will personally step into the campaign. She will ask for blessings for Arvind from the people of Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, and Haryana," Atishi said in a press conference.</p>

<p>The initial focus of the campaign will be on Delhi as one roadshow will be held in East Delhi Lok Sabha on April 27 and another in West Delhi Lok Sabha on April 28.</p>

<p>"Sunita Kejriwal's campaign will start tomorrow, beginning in Delhi. Tomorrow, April 27, Sunita ji will hold a roadshow in East Delhi Lok Sabha and seek blessings for Arvind Kejriwal from the people of East Delhi. On April 28, Sunita Kejriwal ji will conduct a roadshow in West Delhi Lok Sabha, seeking blessings from the people of West Delhi for Arvind Kejriwal," Atishi said.</p>

<p>The Aam Aadmi Party leader has previously accused the ruling BJP of hatching a political conspiracy against her husband Kejriwal and has termed his arrest a 'strategy' by the saffron party.</p>

<p>"The BJP-led central government and its political weapon, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), arrested Arvind Kejriwal after the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections to prevent him from campaigning during the Lok Sabha elections," news agency ANI quoted Atishi as saying.</p>

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<h2><strong>Sunita accuses BJP of making ‘attempts to kill’ Delhi CM</strong></h2>

<p>Sunita has earlier levelled strong allegations against the BJP-led centre stating that the government was making attempts to kill the AAP supremo in prison by not allowing him insulin in jail.</p>

<p>While addressing the 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally' by the opposition INDIA bloc, Sunita said, "Many people say politics is a very dirty thing, and it's true. There is a camera over his food, his every morsel is being monitored...He is a sugar patient, and he has been taking 50 units of insulin every day for the last 12 years. But he is not being given insulin in jail. They want to kill Delhi's CM."</p>

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<p>She then read out Kejriwal's message from jail, elaborating upon vows made by AAP for the Lok Sabha polls.</p>

<p>"He (Arvind Kejriwal) has said if the INDIA bloc comes to power and is given the responsibility, we will all make India great. 'INDIA' is not just in our name, but in our hearts too," the former bureaucrat said.</p>

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AAP leader Atishi on Friday (Apr 26) announced that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal will campaign for the Lok Sabha polls on behalf of her jailed husband.

AAP leader Atishi on Friday (Apr 26) announced that Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal will campaign for the Lok Sabha polls on behalf of her jailed husband. The Delhi minister said that Sunita would hold roadshows in various states including Punjab, Gujarat, Haryana, and the Indian capital. "To oppose the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, seek blessings for him, and campaign for AAP's candidates, his wife Sunita Kejriwal will personally step into the campaign. She will ask for blessings for Arvind from the people of Delhi, Punjab, Gujarat, and Haryana," Atishi said in a press conference. The initial focus of the campaign will be on Delhi as one roadshow will be held in East Delhi Lok Sabha on April 27 and another in West Delhi Lok Sabha on April 28. "Sunita Kejriwal's campaign will start tomorrow, beginning in Delhi. Tomorrow, April 27, Sunita ji will hold a roadshow in East Delhi Lok Sabha and seek blessings for Arvind Kejriwal from the people of East Delhi. On April 28, Sunita Kejriwal ji will conduct a roadshow in West Delhi Lok Sabha, seeking blessings from the people of West Delhi for Arvind Kejriwal," Atishi said. The Aam Aadmi Party leader has previously accused the ruling BJP of hatching a political conspiracy against her husband Kejriwal and has termed his arrest a 'strategy' by the saffron party. "The BJP-led central government and its political weapon, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), arrested Arvind Kejriwal after the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections to prevent him from campaigning during the Lok Sabha elections," news agency ANI quoted Atishi as saying. Also read: Lok Sabha elections 2024: In Maharashtra, man arrives at polling booth with his monkey. Watch Sunita accuses BJP of making ‘attempts to kill’ Delhi CM Sunita has earlier levelled strong allegations against the BJP-led centre stating that the government was making attempts to kill the AAP supremo in prison by not allowing him insulin in jail. While addressing the 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally' by the opposition INDIA bloc, Sunita said, "Many people say politics is a very dirty thing, and it's true. There is a camera over his food, his every morsel is being monitored...He is a sugar patient, and he has been taking 50 units of insulin every day for the last 12 years. But he is not being given insulin in jail. They want to kill Delhi's CM." #WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand: At a rally by INDIA alliance leaders, Delhi CM's wife Sunita Kejriwal says, "Arvind Kejriwal has no desire for power. He just wants to serve the nation. He wants to make the country no.1... Many people say that this is difficult. 'Jail ke taale… pic.twitter.com/2imFS0q5uc — ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2024 × She then read out Kejriwal's message from jail, elaborating upon vows made by AAP for the Lok Sabha polls. "He (Arvind Kejriwal) has said if the INDIA bloc comes to power and is given the responsibility, we will all make India great. 'INDIA' is not just in our name, but in our hearts too," the former bureaucrat said. (With inputs from agencies)

Lok Sabha polls 2024: Sunita Kejriwal to campaign for AAP, will hold roadshows

<p>Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday (Apr 21) launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claiming that when the saffron party talks about corruption, it feels as if "Osama Bin Laden and Gabbar Singh are speaking about non-violence."</p>

<p>He then took a swipe at the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that his "washing powder cleans the corruption."</p>

<p>While addressing the INDIA bloc rally in Jharkhand, Singh said, "Narendra Modi speaks against corruption. He put Hemant Soren, and Arvind Kejriwal in jail under false accusations. When he (PM Modi) and BJP speak on corruption, it looks as if Osama Bin Laden and Gabbar Singh are preaching non-violence. A Modi washing powder has come which cleans all your corruption. Their slogan is 'Jo jitna bada bhrashtachari, wo utna bada padadhikari'."</p>

<p>He then alleged that while the INDIA bloc would work for the betterment of the country, PM Modi would work for Adani.</p>

<p>"INDIA alliance will work for India and Modi ji will work for Adani...BJP mislead people by giving slogans like '400 paar', '200 paar' in Bengal, '35 paar' in Delhi, '65 paar' in Jharkhand...'400 paar' slogan is farzi. This time you should tell them 'Tadi paar, tadi paar'," he said.</p>

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<h2><strong>Sunita Kejriwal accuses BJP of making ‘attempts to kill’ Delhi CM</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, Sunita Kejriwal, wife of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday (Apr 21) levelled strong allegations against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre of attempts being made to kill the AAP supremo in prison by not allowing him to take insulin in jail. She further alleged that the government is constantly monitoring the food consumed by her husband.</p>

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<p>While addressing the 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally' by the opposition INDIA bloc, Sunita said, "Arvind Kejriwal has no desire for power. He just wants to serve the nation. He wants to make the country no. 1. He says if educated people don't come into politics, how will the country progress?...'Jail ke taale tutenge, Arvind Kejriwal, Hemant Soren chhootenge'."</p>

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Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday (Apr 21) launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claiming that when the saffron party talks about corruption, it feels as if "Osama Bin Laden and Gabbar Singh are speaking about non-violence.

Aam Aadmi Party leader Sanjay Singh on Sunday (Apr 21) launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) claiming that when the saffron party talks about corruption, it feels as if "Osama Bin Laden and Gabbar Singh are speaking about non-violence." He then took a swipe at the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stating that his "washing powder cleans the corruption." While addressing the INDIA bloc rally in Jharkhand, Singh said, "Narendra Modi speaks against corruption. He put Hemant Soren, and Arvind Kejriwal in jail under false accusations. When he (PM Modi) and BJP speak on corruption, it looks as if Osama Bin Laden and Gabbar Singh are preaching non-violence. A Modi washing powder has come which cleans all your corruption. Their slogan is 'Jo jitna bada bhrashtachari, wo utna bada padadhikari'." He then alleged that while the INDIA bloc would work for the betterment of the country, PM Modi would work for Adani. "INDIA alliance will work for India and Modi ji will work for Adani...BJP mislead people by giving slogans like '400 paar', '200 paar' in Bengal, '35 paar' in Delhi, '65 paar' in Jharkhand...'400 paar' slogan is farzi. This time you should tell them 'Tadi paar, tadi paar'," he said. Also read: Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi lashes out at BJP, says 'PM Modi's men treat Constitution as worthless' Sunita Kejriwal accuses BJP of making ‘attempts to kill’ Delhi CM Meanwhile, Sunita Kejriwal, wife of jailed Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday (Apr 21) levelled strong allegations against the Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre of attempts being made to kill the AAP supremo in prison by not allowing him to take insulin in jail. She further alleged that the government is constantly monitoring the food consumed by her husband. #WATCH | Ranchi, Jharkhand: At a rally by INDIA alliance leaders, Delhi CM's wife Sunita Kejriwal says, "Arvind Kejriwal has no desire for power. He just wants to serve the nation. He wants to make the country no.1... Many people say that this is difficult. 'Jail ke taale… pic.twitter.com/2imFS0q5uc — ANI (@ANI) April 21, 2024 × While addressing the 'Nyay Ulgulan Rally' by the opposition INDIA bloc, Sunita said, "Arvind Kejriwal has no desire for power. He just wants to serve the nation. He wants to make the country no. 1. He says if educated people don't come into politics, how will the country progress?...'Jail ke taale tutenge, Arvind Kejriwal, Hemant Soren chhootenge'." (With inputs from agencies)

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