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AAP MP Hayer opposes the Waqf Bill citing it as a government intrusion on minority religious properties threatening constitutional rights.

AAP MP Opposes the Controversial Waqf Bill

In a passionate parliamentary address, AAP MP Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer opposed the Waqf Bill, highlighting its threat to minority religious property rights and constitutional freedoms under Articles 14 and 26, amidst BJP's tactics and unfulfilled Sachar Committee commitments.

Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer challenges controversial Waqf Bill in Parliament

AAP MP Hayer criticized the Waqf Bill as a threat to minority property rights, citing constitutional concerns.

Aam Aadmi Party Lok Sabha member from Sangrur Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer today strongly opposed the Waqf Bill in Parliament. With his strong and logical arguments, he termed it as the bill that paves the way for the BJP government to loot and interfere in Affairs of minority religions.
This bill has been brought to grab Waqf properties, said Meet Hayer.
He also said that with this bill, the gateway has been opened to loot minority religions. Today, there is an attack on Waqf, in future, there may be tinkering with matters of other minority religions like Sikhs, Buddhists etc. With this bill, Article 14 has been directly violated.
According to the law, how will we find out whether a person is worshipping in his private life?
Meet Hayer said that the BJP's politics of dividing the country is clearly visible in this bill. He said that the attitude of the central government towards Muslims has been visible in the last 11 years from actions and rhetorical speeches.
The Home Minister calls the government serious towards Muslims, but not a single BJP Lok Sabha member is a Muslim and neither is there a Muslim MLA in Uttar Pradesh from BJP.
The MP said that the government has talked about implementing the recommendations of the Sachar Committee, but the Sachar Committee report also says that 70 percent of the Waqf Board properties in the country have been occupied and 355 are in the possession of the government. What has the government done about this?
He said that many historical buildings, mosques, and educational institutions in the country are hundreds of years old, from where will they get the necessary papers?
Meet Hayer, giving an example of Malerkotla&rsquo;s, which is part of his parliamentary constituency, mutual brotherhood and unity of all religions from the time of Nawab Sher Mohammad Khan's slogan of &ldquo;Haa the Naara&rdquo; also cautioned the central government against creating divisions on the basis of religion.
He said that he would do his best to fulfil the promise made to the residents of Malerkotla and oppose this bill.
The AAP Lok Sabha member said that the Constitution of the country has been attacked by this bill. Under Article 26, they can form and run their own organization and today this very right has been attacked

Amid corruption accusations, AAP leaders face legal challenges impacting party’s image and political landscape.

AAP Leaders Face Mounting Corruption Allegations

Corruption allegations challenge AAP leadership, impacting Delhi's political dynamics and tarnishing party's image.

Corruption allegations rock AAP: leadership under scrutiny

AAP leaders face mounting corruption allegations, impacting the party&rsquo;s reputation and election outcomes.

Corruption allegations continue to mount against leaders of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), with former Delhi Health Minister Satyender Jain facing fresh accusations tied to a Rs 571 crore project for installing CCTV cameras in the city.
The case, which has been ongoing since May 2023, falls under the Prevention of Corruption Act. Mr. Jain allegedly accepted a Rs 7 crore bribe to waive a Rs 16 crore penalty associated with delays in the project&rsquo;s execution.
Mr. Jain had previously secured bail in October of the previous year following an arrest two years earlier in connection with a money laundering investigation by the Enforcement Directorate. Adding to his legal woes, President Droupadi Murmu recently sanctioned his prosecution in a disproportionate assets case.
Meanwhile, AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia are grappling with their own legal battles. Mr. Kejriwal faces charges related to misappropriating public funds for party promotional materials, a case dating back six years.
Mr. Sisodia, the former deputy chief minister, is implicated in a Rs 2,000 crore scam tied to school classroom construction in Delhi. Both continue to deal with allegations surrounding the controversial Delhi liquor excise policy scam, which a recent Comptroller and Auditor-General (CAG) report claims cost the state Rs 2,002 crore.
Despite vehement denials from AAP, which asserts that these charges are politically motivated attacks orchestrated by the BJP to tarnish its image and that of its leaders, the allegations have had political repercussions.
In a setback for the party, the BJP secured a decisive victory in the latest Delhi Assembly elections, capturing 48 of the 70 seats and taking control of the government for the first time in 28 years. The BJP has also accused Mr. Kejriwal of misappropriating Rs 45 crore of taxpayers&rsquo; money for renovations of his official residence during his time as Chief Minister.

AAP's hybrid campaign for Delhi elections combines AI-generated content and traditional methods. Arvind Kejriwal's welfare promises focus on women, senior citizens, and marginalized groups, targeting key voter segments for the February 2025 polls.

AAP's Hybrid Delhi Poll Campaign: AI spoofs, welfare, and ground outreach

AAP's hybrid campaign for Delhi's 2025 elections blends AI technology with traditional strategies. Arvind Kejriwal's welfare-focused promises target women, senior citizens, and marginalized communities, aiming to secure a third consecutive term.

AAP is using a mix of AI-generated content, traditional campaigning, and welfare promises to appeal to diverse Delhi voters for the Feb 5 elections. The party is focusing on key voter segments with tailored initiatives and personal outreach.

Ahead of Delhi's February 5 elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is deploying a hybrid campaign strategy that blends technology and traditional outreach methods to secure a third consecutive term in office. The party is making effective use of AI-generated content, including spoofs targeting opposition leaders, particularly from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). These satirical videos aim to engage the younger, tech-savvy voter base, while promoting AAP's message.
Besides digital tools, AAP is strengthening its grassroots presence through rallies and padyatras, focusing on direct voter engagement. The campaign also leverages extensive door-to-door contact, rallies from top leaders, and social media to highlight its governance achievements.
AAP's strategy caters to different demographics by emphasizing welfare schemes such as the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana for women, free healthcare for senior citizens, and financial assistance to auto-rickshaw drivers, which make up a significant portion of its voter base. The party is also focusing on the Purvanchali community with targeted outreach such as Chhath Puja celebrations and Bhojpuri campaign songs. Additionally, Kejriwal has introduced initiatives like the Jai Bhim Mukhyamantri Pratibha Vikas Yojana to support underprivileged students.
AAP's approach also includes elements of soft Hindutva, with Kejriwal making public displays of Hindu faith, such as chanting Hanuman Chalisa and visiting temples, in contrast to the BJP's more assertive Hindutva narrative. This is balanced with AAP's emphasis on its flagship welfare programs, including free electricity, water, healthcare, and education.
Despite facing competition, especially from the BJP, AAP is banking on its extensive welfare model and Kejriwal&rsquo;s hands-on leadership to solidify its appeal. The Delhi Assembly election is being viewed as a key test of AAP's governance model, which continues to offer an alternative to traditional political approaches.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh has challenged BJP leaders to substantiate their allegations of extravagant renovations, including claims of a "golden toilet," at Arvind Kejriwal’s former CM residence. 

AAP MP Sanjay Singh Challenges BJP Over 

AAP MP Sanjay Singh Challenges BJP Over "Sheesh Mahal" Allegations

AAP MP Sanjay Singh has challenged BJP leaders to substantiate their allegations of extravagant renovations, including claims of a "golden toilet," at Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s former CM residence.&nbsp;

AAP MP Sanjay Singh on Tuesday invited the media for a tour of Arvind Kejriwal's official residence while he was Delhi's chief minister, which the BJP claims was turned into a "Sheesh Mahal" during the AAP chief's stay.
Challenging the BJP over its allegations on the "Sheesh Mahal" issue, Singh asked its leaders to visit the CM's residence at 11 am on Wednesday with the media and prove their claims.
In a press conference, he alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi lived in a "Rajmahal" worth Rs 2,700 crores and challenged the BJP to open it up for a similar visit with the media.
The Rajya Sabha MP alleged that all of BJP -- from the prime minister to his party members -- is running a propaganda campaign over the "Sheesh Mahal".
Kejriwal occupied the 6 Flagstaff Road bungalow amid controversies related to alleged irregularities in its renovation and costly fittings and household goods present in it. He vacated it in October last year after stepping down as Delhi's CM.
The BJP has focussed a big part of its election campaign centred around these allegations, dubbing the bungalow "Sheesh Mahal".
The prime minister, too, during a BJP rally in Rohini last week, hit out at the AAP, saying their allegations that the Centre did not let the Delhi government work was "exposed by the "Sheesh Mahal".
"They claim there is a minibar in the residence, a golden toilet, and even a swimming pool inside. BJP's leaders are spreading lies, and I want the entire nation and Delhi to know the truth," Singh said.
"Show us where is the swimming pool, the minibar and the golden toilet. The people of Delhi and the country deserve to know the truth. I challenge you. Tomorrow at 11 am, let's visit the Chief Minister's residence along with the media and uncover the reality," he said.
Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva has claimed that valuable items, including a "golden commode", were missing after the bungalow was vacated by Kejriwal.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized AAP, calling it a "disaster" for Delhi, while inaugurating housing and redevelopment projects aimed at improving living conditions. 

Delhi Elections: PM Modi calls AAP a 'disaster' for national capital

Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday slammed AAP as an "aapda" for Delhi, saying this "aapda" had taken the national capital in its grip in the past 10 years.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Addressing a public meeting in Ashok Vihar's Ramlila Ground, PM Narendra Modi says, "In the last 10 years, Delhi has been surrounded by an 'Aapda'. By keeping Anna Hazare at the front, a few 'kattar beimaan' people have pushed Delhi towards 'Aapda'. 'AAP aapda&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/mKGNjGpXMg">pic.twitter.com/mKGNjGpXMg</a>
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Addressing people after launching a slew of infrastructure projects in the national capital, including in housing and education sectors, he hit out at the AAP-led city government and said the situation in the national capital would worsen if its reign continued.
On the one hand, the Centre is making a lot of efforts; on the other, the Union Territory government stands for brazen lies, Modi said, accusing the AAP government of committing corruption in a host of sectors ranging from school education to fighting pollution and the liquor trade.
With assembly elections set to be held in the city next month, the prime minister said Delhi had launched a war on this "aapda (disaster)" and decided to get rid of it.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | Addressing a public meeting in Ashok Vihar's Ramlila Ground, PM Narendra Modi says, "...Ye AAP, ye 'aapda', Delhi par aayi hai', and hence the people of Delhi has waged a war against 'aapda'. Voters of Delhi have made up their minds to free Delhi from this&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/n9aYKkmYc6">pic.twitter.com/n9aYKkmYc6</a>
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Giving a call for AAP's defeat, Modi raised the slogan, "'Aapda' ko nahi sahenge, badal kar rahenge (we will not tolerate 'aapda', we will remove it)."
"This year will usher in a new politics of nation-building and people's welfare. Therefore, 'aapda' has to be removed and the BJP brought in," he said.
Due to the city government not allowing the Centre's signature health insurance scheme, Ayushman Bharat, and other programmes in the national capital, Modi said he was unable to fully help the people living here despite his efforts.
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If highways are being built in the capital and the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has been able to make houses for the poor, it is because "aapda" does not have much role in these sectors, he added.
Taking a swipe at former Delhi chief minister and AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal, Modi said he could also have built a "sheesh mahal" for himself but his dream was to ensure homes for everyone in the country.
"These people commit corruption and then glorify it," he said, accusing AAP of shamelessness and making false promises.
The BJP has been targeting Kejriwal for allegedly spending a huge amount of money on his official residence when he was chief minister, and described his erstwhile home as "sheesh mahal".
The country knows very well that he never built a home for himself, Modi said.
"But in the past 10 years, (my government) has built four crore houses for the poor and fulfilled their dreams. I could have also built a 'sheesh mahal'. But my dream was to give a pucca house to my countrymen," he said, stressing his vision to provide a concrete house to those living in slums.
He said 2025 would bring many new possibilities for India, asserting that the country had become a symbol of political and economic stability in the world.
India will rise to become a big manufacturing hub in the new year in which new records in the agriculture sector and women-led development will be registered as well, he said.
The prime minister asserted India's global standing and image would also be strengthened in 2025.
Providing affordable housing to the poor and the middle class is a priority for the BJP-led central government, he said and added one crore new houses would be built for the urban poor in the next phase.
It is the BJP-led government at the Centre which will help do it, Modi said.
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi | PM Narendra Modi virtually inaugurates two urban redevelopment projects - the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and GPRA Type-II Quarters at Sarojini Nagar, CBSE's Integrated Office Complex at Dwarka PM Modi also lays the foundation stone of Veer Savarkar&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/gyydATTrOw">pic.twitter.com/gyydATTrOw</a>
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The government is also providing a big rebate in home loan interest rate so that the middle class can own a home, the prime minister said while also highlighting the Centre's efforts to boost infrastructure in the education sector.
Modi inaugurated a slew of development projects, including 1,675 flats for residents of 'jhuggi-jhopri' (JJ) or slum clusters and two urban redevelopment projects in the city. ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/india-news/pm-modi-lays-foundation-stone-for-two-new-du-campuses-veer-savarkar-college-1735897153917" target="_blank">PM Modi lays foundation stone for two new DU campuses, Veer Savarkar college</a>

Delhi government departments distance themselves from AAP’s promised schemes, warning citizens against sharing personal details with unauthorized entities. 

Delhi govt departments distance themselves from AAP's promised schemes

The development, which came days after AAP leaders launched the exercise of registering people for the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani Yojana with much fanfare, left the AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal furious.

The Delhi government's Women and Child Development and Health departments issued public notices on Wednesday distancing themselves from the ruling AAP's promised schemes of providing Rs 2,100 to women and free treatment for the elderly, triggering a fresh row ahead of assembly polls.
The two departments also cautioned the people against providing personal details to anyone on the pretext of registration for "non-existent" schemes, saying any private individual or political party collecting such physical forms or information is "fraudulent and without any authority".
The development, which came days after AAP leaders launched the exercise of registering people for the Mukhya Mantri Mahila Samman Yojana and Sanjeevani Yojana with much fanfare, left the AAP convener Arvind Kejriwal furious.
Kejriwal, who is leading the registration drive, alleged that the BJP was rattled by the two schemes and claimed that Chief Minister Atishi could be arrested in a "fake" case in the coming days.
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महिला सम्मान योजना और संजीवनी योजना से ये लोग बुरी तरह से बौखला गए हैं। अगले कुछ दिनों में फ़र्ज़ी केस बनाकर आतिशी जी को गिरफ्तार करने का इन्होंने प्लान बनाया है उसके पहले &ldquo;आप&rdquo; के सीनियर नेताओं पर रेड की जायेंगी आज 12 बजे इस पर प्रेस कांफ्रेंस करूँगा।
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"They are completely rattled with Mahila Samman Yojna and Sanjeevani Yojna. They have hatched a plan to come up with a fake case and arrest Chief Minister Atishi in the next few days," he said on X.
He also claimed that before Atishi's arrest, raids would be conducted against senior AAP leaders.
BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj had on Tuesday claimed that she spoke to the health secretary of the Delhi government and was informed that there was no "Sanjeevani Yojna" in existence.
Both the schemes were announced by Kejriwal ahead of Assembly polls in February next year and AAP had started registrations for the schemes in campaign mode. Its leaders are confident that the measure will help woo voters as many believe that such schemes were a factor in the ruling parties retaining power in several state elections.
"It has been brought to the notice of the Department of Women and Child Development, through media reports and social media posts, that a political party is claiming to disburse Rs 2100 per month under Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana to women in Delhi.
"It is clarified that no such scheme has been notified by the Government of Delhi," said the public notice by the department.
If and when the scheme begins, the department will launch a digital portal for eligible individuals to submit their applications online as per the approved guidelines, it said.
Since no such scheme exists, the question of physical forms for registration under this non-existent scheme does not arise, read the notice.
"Any private individual/ political party collecting such physical forms/applications or collecting information from applicants under the name of the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana is fraudulent and without any authority," it said.
The notice cautioned the people that providing personal details and sensitive information like PAN account numbers, phone numbers or Voter ID, in the name of the scheme may lead to crime including cyber and banking frauds.
It advised people not to entertain the "misleading" promise of non- non-existent scheme and to exercise caution and asked them not to provide personal details to unauthorised persons.
The Mahila Samman Yojna was announced by the AAP government in the budget 2024-25 to provide Rs 1000 per month to all eligible women aged above 18 in Delhi. Kejriwal recently promised to raise the amount to Rs 2100 per woman if AAP returned to power.
The Health and Family Department public notice similarly cautioned the people about "Sanjeevani Yojna" announced by the AAP supremo for free treatment of senior citizens above 60 years at government and private hospitals.
It has also come to the notice of the department that a registration drive to get enrolled under this scheme by filling up physical forms has also been started by some political functionaries and volunteers who are visiting door to door to collect information from elderly citizens and handing over to them some sort of "Health/Sanjeevani Scheme Card".
The notice said details of senior citizens like phone numbers, addresses, Aadhar and bank accounts were being sought for the registration and many of the elderly people have started visiting government hospitals and government offices to enquire about the scheme.
The notice said the Health and Family department does not have any supposed "Sanjeevani Scheme" in existence till date.
"Any private individual/political party collecting such physical forms/ applications or collecting information of applicants under the name of "Sanjeevani Yojna" is fraudulent and without any authority," read the notice clarifying the department has not authorised any health officials to collect personal details of the elderly.

Delhi's slum votes become a central focus in BJP and AAP's political strategies, highlighting challenges faced by slumdwellers. As they contend for influence, each party navigates allegations of demolition and voter disenfranchisement.

BJP vs AAP: Slum Votes Crucial in Delhi Elections

Delhi's slums are the focal point in the BJP-AAP battle, marked by demolition claims and voter roll controversies. With assembly elections nearing, slumdwellers play a pivotal role in determining the capital's political landscape.

&nbsp;AAP and BJP are at odds over a slum outreach program ahead of Delhi elections. AAP accuses BJP of demolishing slums and removing names from voter rolls, while BJP dismisses the claims as frivolous.

Ahead of the Delhi assembly elections, a political dispute has erupted between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) regarding slum development and voter registrations. A day after BJP leaders spent the night in Delhi&rsquo;s slums as part of an outreach campaign, the AAP accused the saffron party of demolishing slums and removing slum dwellers&rsquo; names from electoral rolls.
AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal criticized the BJP's efforts, claiming that the party would visit slums, promise support, and then later demolish them. "They will sleep in your jhuggi now and then demolish it after three months," Kejriwal alleged, adding that it was ironic for BJP leaders to visit slums after having destroyed them over the past five years.
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi further warned slumdwellers, advising them to be cautious of BJP leaders. She alleged that the slums they visit are later demolished, citing the example of Sundar Nagri and Shahdara&rsquo;s Ambedkar Basti where names of slumdwellers were allegedly deleted from the voters' list.
In response, Delhi BJP spokesperson Praveen Shankar Kapoor dismissed the accusations, claiming that AAP was making "frivolous" allegations because they had already conceded defeat. He also defended the BJP's outreach program, claiming it was designed to understand slum dwellers' struggles and improve their living conditions through the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB).
As the Delhi assembly elections approach in February, the BJP's outreach to slum residents has become a significant political strategy, aiming to expand its influence in areas traditionally dominated by AAP.

Ahead of Delhi elections, Kejriwal announces Rs 10 lakh insurance, free coaching for auto drivers' children, and financial marriage aid to garner support, emphasizing his populist appeal.

Kejriwal's Promises to Delhi Auto Drivers

Ahead of Delhi elections, Kejriwal announces Rs 10 lakh insurance, free coaching for auto drivers' children, and financial marriage aid to garner support, emphasizing his populist appeal.

Ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday announced Rs 10 lakh insurance for the city&rsquo;s auto drivers.
Kejriwal, who had lunch with the family members of an auto driver in Kondli constituency, also promised Rs 1 lakh as assistance to the auto drivers for the marriage of their daughters.
The former Delhi chief minister said Rs 2,500 would be given twice yearly as uniform allowance to auto drivers. He also assured their children of free coaching and the relaunching of the &lsquo;PoochO&rsquo; app.
The app allows people to access the database developed by the Delhi Integrated Multi-Model Transit System of registered auto drivers&rsquo; mobile numbers and call them up to book a ride.
The elections for the 70-member Delhi Assembly are due in February next year. The AAP pitted against the BJP and the Congress, is working hard to retain power for a third time in a row.

Former Delhi minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.

AAP's Satyendar Jain files defamation case against BJP's Bansuri Swaraj

Former Delhi minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.

Former Delhi minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Satyendar Jain has filed a defamation suit against BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj, accusing her of making defamatory remarks in a television interview. The Rouse Avenue Court is scheduled to hear the complaint today.
Jain alleges that Swaraj, during her interview on October 5, 2023, falsely claimed that ₹3 crore, 1.8 kilograms of gold, and 133 gold coins were recovered from his residence. He contends that these allegations were entirely baseless and politically motivated to damage his reputation.
Furthermore, Jain claims that Swaraj's accusations of him being "corrupt" and "fraudulent" were malicious and caused significant harm to his personal and professional standing. He asserts that the false statements have not only tarnished his image as a public representative but also affected his reputation within his family and society.
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 In its statement, the party said that it disagrees with the High Court's order, and will challenge it in the apex court. 

AAP to move SC against stay on Arvind Kejriwal bail in excise case

In its statement, the party said that it disagrees with the High Court's order, and will challenge it in the apex court.

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Tuesday said it disagrees with the Delhi High Court order staying the bail granted to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal by the trial court and will challenge it in the Supreme Court.
The Delhi High Court earlier in the day stayed the trial court order granting bail to Kejriwal in the money laundering case stemming from the alleged excise policy scam in Delhi.
A vacation bench of Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain said the trial court failed to appreciate the material placed before it by the Enforcement Directorate and did not apply its mind while deciding the AAP leader's bail plea.
The judge also said the trial court ought to have given adequate opportunity to the agency to argue its case.
Reacting to the development, the AAP said they will approach the apex court.
"We disagree with the Delhi High Court order. We will challenge it in the Supreme Court," the party said.
The trial court had granted bail to Kejriwal on June 20 and ordered his release on a personal bond of Rs 1 lakh.
The ED moved the high court the next day and contended that the trial court's order was "perverse", "one-sided" and "wrong-sided" and that the findings were based on irrelevant facts.
The excise policy was scrapped in 2022 after the Delhi lieutenant governor ordered a CBI probe into alleged irregularities and corruption involving its formulation and execution.
According to the CBI and the ED, irregularities were committed while modifying the excise policy and undue favours extended to the licence holders.

Meanwhile, the Aam Admi party condemned the act and sought action on the complaint at the earliest.

AAP's Somnath Bharti alleges BJP's polling agents carrying pamphlets inside booth

Meanwhile, the Aam Admi party condemned the act and sought action on the complaint at the earliest.

Amid voting in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha polls, Aam Aadmi Party candidate Somnath Bharti has alleged that the BJP polling agents are carrying candidate pamphlets inside the booth.
In a post on X, Bharti said, "Shocked to report that every polling agent of the BJP is carrying candidate pamphlets inside the polling booth and shamelessly displaying the same fearing no one. Sharing video of what I saw inside booth no 134,135,137 and 138 of Assembly Constituency-43."&nbsp;
AAP also shared this on its official handle on X and said that the incident is shameful.
"Shameful!! Election Commission, what is happening right under your nose? BJP's polling agents are openly showing pamphlets inside the polling booth. This matter has come to light in Booth Numbers 134,135,137 and 138 of AC-43. Take appropriate action immediately," it said.
Earlier, AAP leader Atishi alleged that the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi VK Saxena, held a meeting with Delhi Police to slow down the voting process in areas that are strongholds of the INDIA bloc.
"We have received official information that last evening, LG had called a meeting of Delhi Police officials and instructions were given to Delhi Police that in all the areas which are strongholds of the INDIA alliance, voting should be slowed down in those areas. If this happens then it will be a violation of free and fair elections.
So we hope that the Election Commission will take cognizance of this," Atishi alleged.
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Delhi Police has registered a case in the alleged assault on a TV crew inside the AAP office. 

TV crew reports assault at AAP office after media coordinator told 'not to force way in', FIR registered

Delhi Police has registered a case in the alleged assault on a TV crew inside the AAP office.&nbsp;

Delhi Police have registered a case after a TV reporter and cameraperson claimed that they were attacked inside the AAP office.&nbsp;
Police said the alleged incident occurred inside the AAP office in Central Delhi's IP Estate on May 20.&nbsp;
FIR has been registered against several unidentified persons under relevant IPC sections pertaining to punishment for voluntarily causing hurt, criminal intimidation, and common intention among others.
The woman reporter, who is believed to be working for the Times Now channel, said that she was allegedly abused and heckled and the cameraperson accompanying her was assaulted inside the AAP office when the latter tried to enter the premises for an interview.&nbsp;
A video of the incident has gone viral that shows AAP&rsquo;s chief media coordinator Vikas Yogi asking the TV crew to not force their way inside the AAP office.&nbsp;
Following the incident, the reporter said that she called the police control room (PCR) and informed them about the incident. A medico-legal case (MLC) was subsequently carried out on the reporter and the cameraperson. After the process, the case was lodged.&nbsp;
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The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.

Excise scam: AAP to be made accused in money laundering case, ED tells Delhi HC

The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday contended before the Delhi High Court that it will make the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) an accused in the money laundering case stemming out of the Delhi excise policy scam.
The ED's submission was made while opposing the bail plea of former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia in the money laundering case.
"AAP is going to be made a co-accused in the next prosecution complaint (charge sheet) to be filed in the case," ED's counsel contended before Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma, who is hearing arguments on Sisodia's bail plea.
The probe agency's lawyer further said there are concerted efforts by accused persons to delay the process of framing of charges in the case.
While seeking bail for him, Sisodia's counsel submitted that the ED and the CBI are still arresting people in the money laundering and corruption case and there is no question of early conclusion of the trial.
Further arguments on the bail plea are going on.&nbsp;
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AAP launched a washing machine campaign, showing people posing as political leaders entering the washing machine and coming out clean with no corruption charges. 

AAP launches 'washing machine' campaign, targets BJP | Watch

AAP launched a washing machine campaign, showing people posing as political leaders entering the washing machine and coming out clean with no corruption charges.&nbsp;

The Aam Aadmi Party on Tuesday launched the ''Washing Machine Ka Kaalu Jaadu'' campaign to inform the common people about the situation in the country, party leaders said. &nbsp;At the campaign launch, AAP Delhi state convener Gopal Rai said the BJP is claiming that they are fighting the elections against corruption.
The opposition parties often use the word "washing machine" to target the BJP over inducting people like Ajit Pawar, Ashok Chavan, and Himanta Biswa Sarma, who were facing corruption charges. &nbsp;
Demonstrating how the machine works, Delhi Cabinet minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said that the BJP had run a campaign for six months alleging Himanta Biswa Sarma was involved in the Saradha scam. &nbsp;"But then he was inducted in the BJP and all his sins were washed away," he charged.&nbsp;
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 The over-two-minute song was penned and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey and was released at the party headquarters on April 25. 

EC asks AAP to modify election campaign song, party hits out

The over-two-minute song was penned and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey and was released at the party headquarters on April 25.

The Aam Aadmi Party on Sunday claimed the Election Commission has "banned" its Lok Sabha campaign song "Jail Ka Jawab, Vote Se Denge", but officials of the Delhi poll body said AAP was asked to modify the contents of the song since it violated EC's guidelines and advertising codes.
The over two-minute campaign song, penned and sung by AAP MLA Dilip Pandey, was released at the party headquarters here on Thursday.
In a statement, the Delhi Chief Electoral Office said during a review and scrutiny of the advertisement submitted by AAP, the Media Pre Certification Committee headed by Delhi's joint chief electoral officer made certain observations with reference to various provisions and guidelines stipulated by the Election Commission.
"The said creative/advertisement was returned along with the observations with the request to modify the contents of the creative as per the Advertising Codes prescribed under the Cable Television Network Rules, 1994 and ECI guideline/ norms circulated vide letter dated August 24, 2023 and resubmit after modification, for the certification," it said.
The statement said that the party was also informed that in case it does not agree with the decision of the committee, it can file an appeal before the state-level Media Certification and Monitoring Committee.
Earlier, the Delhi poll panel said certain images and phrases are "slanderous" remarks and "criticism of the ruling party on the basis of unverified facts" and also cast aspersions on the judiciary and police.
Addressing a press conference, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) senior leader Atishi accused the Election Commission of becoming a "political weapon of the BJP" and turning a blind eye to its violations.
She also asserted that the campaign song does not mention the BJP and does not violate the Model Code of Conduct.
"It includes factual videos and incidents, whether it is the picture of Arvind Kejriwal&rsquo;s arrest, whether it is the video of police&rsquo;s misbehaviour with Manish Sisodia in the Rouse Avenue Court, whether it is the brutal detention of our volunteers in protests, everything is factual.
"Does the EC want to suppress the truth? Does the poll agency want to hide the misconduct of the police or the political misuse of the probe agencies by the BJP?" she asked.
This is the "first time in the history of the country that the Election Commission of India has banned the campaign song of any party to stop the campaign", she alleged.
"This is the same Election Commission which sees nothing when the BJP is making fun of the Model Code of Conduct on a daily basis. But if the AAP leaders even breathe, they are served another notice.
"When the BJP misuses the ED and CBI to put the opposition leaders in jail during the Model Code of Conduct, the EC has no objection to it. But if the AAP even writes about it in a song, the EC raises various objections," she claimed.
Atishi claimed that according to the poll panel, the song "Jail Ka Jawab Vote Se Denge" shows the "ruling party (BJP) and investigation agencies in a bad light".
"The most interesting thing is that throughout the campaign song, there is no mention of the Bharatiya Janata Party&rsquo;s name anywhere, but the Election Commission of India says that &lsquo;if you talk about dictatorship, this is a criticism of the ruling party.&rsquo; "That means the poll body itself believes that the BJP is running a dictatorial rule in this country," she added.
In its reply to AAP over the song, the Delhi Chief Electoral office said the phrase "jail ke jawaab me hum vote denge" contravenes provisions of ECI Guidelines and the Programme and Advertising Codes prescribed under the Cable Television Network Rules, 1994, sources told PTI.
It said that images showing a crowd carrying Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's photo in which he is behind bars cast aspersions on the judiciary, sources said. It also said some clips showing party workers clashing with police incite violence, while frames showing Manish Sisodia being escorted by police show the latter in a negative light, they said.
The Delhi poll panel said certain phrases are "slanderous" remarks and "criticism of the ruling party on the basis of unverified facts" and also cast aspersions on the judiciary.
Maintaining that her party has done no wrong, Atishi appealed to the poll body "to pay attention to the fact that the BJP is flouting the Model Code of Conduct every day and stop the work of stalling the election campaign of the opposition".
"I really hope that after a few years, the elections of 2024 should not be remembered as the election in which India's democracy ended, in which the Election Commission was not neutral, in which the Election Commission became a political weapon of the BJP," she said.&nbsp;
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After 40 minute consultation, the doctor assured Arvind Kejriwal that there was no serious concern and consulted him to continue with the medication.

Saurabh Bharadwaj alleges Tihar authorities requested a diabetologist from AIIMS

After 40 minute consultation, the doctor assured Arvind Kejriwal that there was no serious concern and consulted him to continue with the medication.

Delhi Cabinet Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj Sunday alleged that Tihar authorities have now requested a diabetologist from AIIMS in contradiction of their earlier stance of adequate medical facilities for diabetics being present in the prison.
"Yesterday (April 20), the director general (Prisons) wrote to AIIMS, asking for a diabetologist to be posted at Tihar. Kejriwal has been lodged at Tihar for nearly 20 days and they are asking for a diabetologist only now," Bharadwaj said at a press conference here.
"On the one hand, the Tihar administration says they have medical facilities and then, they are writing to AIIMS, asking for a diabetologist," the AAP leader said.
The Tihar administration responded to Bharadwaj's charge and said appropriate senior specialists from AIIMS provided consultation to Kejriwal through video conference on Saturday.
"After a 40-minute detailed consultation, Kejriwal was assured that there was no serious concern and was advised to continue with the prescribed medicines, which will be evaluated and reviewed regularly," a jail official said.
The video conference was organised by the Tihar Jail administration on a request by Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal. Apart from a senior specialist from the hospital, medical officers of Tihar were also on the call.
The AIIMS specialist was provided with a complete record of CGM (Glucose Monitoring Sensor) and details of diet and medicines being taken by Kejriwal.
"Neither the issue of insulin was raised by Kejriwal, nor was it suggested by the doctors," the official added.
At the press conference, however, Bharadwaj reiterated that a "conspiracy" was being hatched to harm Kejriwal in judicial custody.
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"There are two sides to it. Arvind Kejriwal says he needs insulin and he needs to consult a doctor. He said he wanted to consult his private doctor over a video call. On the other hand, BJP and Tihar Jail are saying that he is okay and doesn't need insulin. As per them, he's fine," the Delhi minister added.
On Friday, the Tihar jail administration submitted a report to Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena, saying that the chief minister's health was reviewed on April 10 and April 15 by a medicine specialist who advised oral anti-diabetic drugs and it is "incorrect to state that Kejriwal was denied insulin at any point of time" during his treatment.
Kejriwal was arrested on March 21 by the Enforcement Directorate in connection with a money-laundering case linked to the Delhi government's now-scrapped excise policy. He has been lodged in Tihar jail since April 1.&nbsp;

AAP on April 17 lauched its 'AAP ka RamRajya' website ahead of Lok Sabha polls. The first phase of voting will be held on April 19. 

AAP launches 'AAP Ka RamRajya' website on Ram Navami | Lok Sabha polls

AAP on April 17 lauched its 'AAP ka RamRajya' website ahead of Lok Sabha polls. The first phase of voting will be held on April 19.&nbsp;

AAP on April 17 launched its "AAP Ka RamRajya" website to showcase the party's concept of "Ram Rajya", saying Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal tried to realise the ideals of Lord Ram in the national capital.
The website launch came ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, the first phase of which will be held on Friday, and coincided with the Ram Navami festival being celebrated in several parts of the country.
During a joint press conference, Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said the website will showcase AAP's concept of "Ram Rajya" as well as the work done by the party's governments.
"Chief Minister Kejriwal accomplished wonderful things -- good schools, mohalla clinics, free water and electricity and free bus rides for women -- in the last 10 years for realising 'Ram Rajya'," Singh said.
This is the first time that Kejriwal is not among his people on Ram Navami, Singh said and alleged that the Delhi chief minister was sent to jail in a "baseless" case on the basis of statements from "false" witnesses.
AAP leaders Atishi, Saurabh Bharadwaj and Jasmine Shah were also present at the press conference.
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 Lok Sabha polls: Former Akali MLA Pawan Tinu joins AAP

 Lok Sabha polls: former Akali MLA Pawan Tinu joins AAP

Reports said Tinu is likely to be the Aam Aadmi Party candidate from the Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat.
&nbsp;

In a setback to the Shiromani Akali Dal ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, former party MLA Pawan Kumar Tinu on Sunday joined the AAP here.
Tinu is likely to be the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) candidate from the Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat, said party sources.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed Tinu into the party fold.
Along with Tinu, another Akali leader Gurcharan Singh also joined the AAP.
Tinu, a Dalit leader, was elected MLA from the Adampur assembly constituency in Jalandhar district in 2012 and 2017. He lost the 2022 assembly polls to Congress nominee Sukhwinder Kotli.
He had unsuccessfully contested the 2014 Lok Sabha elections.
The Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat is currently represented by Sushil Rinku, who won it on an AAP ticket in the 2023 bypoll.
Rinku was named the AAP candidate from Jalandhar seat for the upcoming Lok Sabha polls but he quit the party and joined the BJP.
The BJP has fielded Rinku from the Jalandhar (reserve) constituency.
Speaking to reporters, Tinu said he was impressed by the Mann government's work like free electricity, free treatment at 'Mohalla Clinics' and setting up "good" schools in the state.
"Ever since the AAP came to power, it is working towards the welfare of people, Mohalla Clinics have been set up, over 80 per cent of the people are getting free electricity and jobs are being given on merit," he said.
He thanked Delhi Chief Minister and AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal, Mann and AAP MP Sandeep Pathak after joining the party.
Replying to a question, Tinu said he joined without any conditions and would perform whatever role the party gave him.
Tinu claimed that there was an atmosphere of "distrust" in the Sukhbir Singh Badal-led Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD).
"There is confusion among the leaders and the workers. People (in SAD) are feeling insecure about the fate of the party. The morale of the party workers is down," he alleged.
Tinu said he worked honestly while he was in the SAD for 16 years.
In a veiled attack on the BJP, Tinu said, "We all know that conspiracies are being hatched to abolish the Constitution. We will have to make our position clear on whether we stand by the Constitution or not." He slammed the BJP-led central government for "misusing" the central agencies to target rival parties.
The Congress is yet to name its candidate from the Jalandhar Lok Sabha seat, though former chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi is the frontrunner from the reserved constituency.
Polling for the 13 Lok Sabha seats will be held on June 1.&nbsp;

The party workers will read the preamble of the Constitution and an oath to save the founding document of the country at their respective offices across the country.

AAP to observe 'Samvidhan Bachao, Tanashahi Hatao Divas' across nation

The party workers will read the preamble of the Constitution and an oath to save the founding document of the country at their respective offices across the country.

AAP leader and Delhi minister Gopal Rai on Saturday said the party will observe 'Samvidhan Bachao, Tanashahi Hatao Divas' across the country on the birth anniversary of B R Ambedkar.
The party workers will read the preamble of the Constitution and an oath to save the founding document of the country, Rai said.
The minister, at a press conference at the party office here, said the BJP-led central government is &ldquo;attacking our democracy and constitution&rdquo;.
To counter that, we need to be united, Rai said.
"On Sunday, we will be holding a one-day programme -- Samvidhan Bachao, Tanashahi Hatao Divas -- where the AAP workers will gather at party offices in their states and take an oath to save our democracy and constitution," he said.
The event will be held at the party offices in the state capitals across the country, the AAP leader said.
The programme is being held on the advice of Kejriwal. In another message from the jail, Kejriwal had asked AAP MLAs and volunteers to work to ensure that the people of Delhi face no problems, Rai told reporters on Wednesday.
Rai had said that on April 14, all AAP workers across the country will gather in front of posters or photographs of Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution, and take a pledge to save the Constitution.
The AAP's national convener Arvind Kejriwal is lodged in Tihar jail in connection with a money-laundering case linked to the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy.
Terming the act as misuse of agencies by the central government, the AAP has carried out protests and agitation in Delhi and other parts of the country.

'AAP mired in quicksand of graft': months after ED raid, Delhi social welfare minister quits

The Cabinet minister accused the AAP of not giving due respect to Dalits and individuals from backward communities.

In a setback for the Aam Admi Party, Delhi&rsquo;s social welfare minister Raaj Kumar Anand has resigned from the primary membership of the party.
The Patel Nagar MLA said that AAP was born out of a movement against corruption, but today this party is mired in the quicksand of graft.
The Cabinet minister accused the AAP of not giving due respect to Dalits and individuals from backward communities.
Pertinently, the Enforcement Directorate as part of a money laundering probe had carried out searches at Anand's residence on November 3.&nbsp;
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