Aam Aadmi Party (AAP): News
Launched on 26th November 2012, Aam Aadmi Party is the current ruling party of Delhi. Founded by Arvind Kejriwal, the party has its origins to the popular India Against Corruption movement. The party had even won the 2013 Delhi Assembly elections, but later the government resigned after not being able to pass the Jan Lokpal bill, only to come back in power in 2015.
Gujarat police arrest AAP MLA for 'attempt to murder'
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Chaitar Vasava was arrested by the Gujarat police on Saturday.
Bypoll results: AAP defeats BJP in Gujarat; Trinamool retains Kaliganj
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has won the Visavadar Assembly bypoll in Gujarat, marking one of its major electoral successes since February's defeat in Delhi to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Sidhu Moose Wala's father to contest Punjab polls from Mansa
Balkaur Singh, the father of late Punjabi singer Sidhu Moose Wala, has announced his decision to contest the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections.
Punjab AAP MLA arrested in fraud case
Raman Arora, a 54-year-old Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA from Jalandhar Central, was arrested by the Punjab Vigilance Bureau (VB) on Friday.
FIR against Manish Sisodia, Satyendar Jain in '₹2,000cr classroom scam'
The Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) has lodged a case against former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia and former minister Satyendar Jain.
Missing AAP leader's daughter found dead in Canada after days
An Indian student, Vanshika, was found dead in Canada under mysterious circumstances, confirmed the Indian High Commission in Ottawa.
BJP leader Raja Iqbal Singh elected Delhi mayor
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Raja Iqbal Singh, a former Akali Dal leader, has been elected as the new mayor of Delhi.
AAP to boycott MCD mayor elections, cites alleged BJP rigging
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has declared that it would boycott the upcoming elections for mayor and deputy mayor of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD).
'Khalistani elements planning my assassination': Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu
Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu alleged that some pro-Khalistan elements belonging to the 'Waris Punjab De' group led by radical preacher Amritpal Singh are conspiring to kill him and other political leaders of Punjab.
AAP leader Durgesh Pathak's house raided by CBI: Party
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) raided Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Durgesh Pathak's house on Thursday.
Sub-inspector killed during clash, AAP sarpanch booked for ordering murder
The Punjab Police have registered a case against an Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) sarpanch for allegedly ordering the murder of a sub-inspector.
Chaos in J&K Assembly over AAP MLA's remark on Hindus
The Jammu and Kashmir Assembly saw a ruckus after Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'s lone MLA Mehraj Malik made objectionable remarks against Hindus.
Kerala MLAs earn the least? New report reveals salary breakdown
A recent analysis by PRS Legislative Research has revealed a huge gap in earnings of Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) across Indian states.
AAP government allocates ₹150 crore for drug census in Punjab
The Punjab government, led by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), has earmarked ₹150 crore for an all-encompassing drug census.
'Like living in Pakistan': Punjab AAP MLA targets own government
Two MLAs from the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) have slammed the Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab government over its performance in the health sector.
Plea challenges AAP leader Atishi's election; Delhi HC issues notice
The Delhi High Court has issued notice to former CM Atishi of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader over her election from the Kalkaji constituency.
Delhi CM presents ₹1 lakh crore budget; ₹5,100cr for women
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta has tabled a historic ₹1 lakh crore budget for the fiscal year 2025-26.
AAP appoints Manish Sisodia and Satyendar Jain as Punjab in-charge
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has revamped its Punjab leadership after a setback in the Delhi assembly elections.
AAP rejigs leadership after election loss; Bhardwaj now Delhi head
After a massive defeat in the recent elections, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced a major overhaul of its leadership.
AAP's Satyendar Jain booked for corruption in ₹571cr CCTV project
Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Public Works Department (PWD) minister Satyendar Jain has been booked for alleged corruption in a ₹571 crore CCTV project.
AAP's Bhopal office locked over unpaid rent, party reacts
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) office in Bhopal was locked by the landlord over alleged non-payment of rent for three months.
Atishi writes to speaker after 21 MLAs, including her, suspended
Atishi, the Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Delhi Assembly, has written to Speaker Vijender Gupta, calling the suspension of 21 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs an "injustice to opposition."
Mohan Singh Bisht named deputy speaker of Delhi Assembly
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Mohan Singh Bisht has been elected as the deputy speaker of the Delhi Assembly.
Congress slams AAP over Bharat Ratna delay for Manmohan Singh
Punjab Congress leader Partap Singh Bajwa has slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led government for failing to keep its word of moving a resolution in the Assembly to posthumously confer the Bharat Ratna on former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh.
21 AAP MLAs suspended from Delhi assembly for 3 days
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Tuesday suspended 21 Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs till February 28 for creating a ruckus during Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena's address.
CAG report tabled by Delhi CM; what it reveals
The Delhi Excise Policy caused a massive financial loss of ₹2,002 crore to the government, a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report tabled in the assembly on Tuesday revealed.
'Is Modi bigger...?' AAP targets BJP over missing Ambedkar photos
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of removing photographs of BR Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh from the Chief Minister's office in Delhi.
Maliwal attends Rekha Gupta's oath-taking, says Kejriwal must be investigated
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Swati Maliwal attended Bharatiya Janata Party's Rekha Gupta's swearing-in ceremony as the new Chief Minister of Delhi on Thursday.
Why BJP chose first-time MLA Rekha Gupta as Delhi CM
In an unpredictable move, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) appointed first-time MLA Rekha Gupta as the new Delhi chief minister on Wednesday.
BJP names Rekha Gupta as new Delhi CM
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has named Rekha Gupta as the new chief minister of Delhi.
Delhi: Traffic advisory issued ahead of CM's oath ceremony
In view of the swearing-in ceremony of the new Chief Minister of Delhi, the Delhi Police have released a traffic advisory.
BJP to announce Delhi's CM today
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will announce the new chief minister of Delhi on Wednesday, after a meeting of the BJP legislature party.
'Film stars, industrialists': Who are invited to Delhi BJP's oath-taking
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is all set for a grand oath-taking ceremony at Ramlila Maidan in Delhi on Thursday, as it returns to power after 26 years.
Punjab AAP leader, girlfriend among 6 held for wife's murder
The Punjab Police have arrested Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Anokh Mittal, his girlfriend, and four alleged contract killers in the murder of his wife Lipsi Mittal.
Delhi CM race: Will BJP pick Jat, Dalit face
After its recent electoral triumph, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is all set to choose the new Chief Minister of Delhi.
3 AAP councilors join BJP ahead of MCD mayoral poll
In a major political development, three Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councilors switched sides to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) ahead of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) mayoral election.
CVC probe into Kejriwal's 'Sheesh Mahal' over building norms violations
The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) has ordered an investigation into the renovation of former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's official residence, on the basis of a report by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD).
Saurabh Bharadwaj breaks down while addressing supporters following poll defeat
Outgoing Delhi Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj was visibly emotional as he addressed his supporters after his defeat from the Greater Kailash Assembly seat.
FIR against AAP's Amanatullah for leading mob attack against police
The Delhi Police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) against Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Amanatullah Khan.
'Memories of 1993 have refreshed': Parvesh Verma on BJP's win
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won a historic victory in the Delhi assembly elections, winning 48 of the 70 seats.
BJP's oath-taking in Delhi unlikely before PM Modi's return
The formation of the new Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Delhi will likely be delayed till after February 15, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be on an official visit to the United States on February 12 and 13.
BJP's Delhi win: How party penetrated key AAP voter base
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won the Delhi assembly elections, returning to power after 27 years.
'Sheesh Mahal' to liquor case: Factors behind AAP's Delhi setback
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to return to power in Delhi after nearly 30 years, leading in 48 seats while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is at 22.
'God punishes women abusers...': Maliwal after AAP's poll loss
Rajya Sabha MP Swati Maliwal has slammed the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over its performance in the Delhi Assembly elections.
'Will leave no stone unturned for Delhi's development': PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday hailed the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for its performance in the Delhi Assembly election as Election Commission data indicated a clear win for the saffron party.
'We accept mandate of the people': Kejriwal after poll defeat
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal issued a statement after he was defeated by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Parvesh Verma in the New Delhi seat.
Who will be BJP's Delhi CM pick? Top 5 contenders
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is set to end its 27-year-long absence from power in Delhi, Election Commission trends show.
AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj loses Greater Kailash seat
In another huge setback for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), Delhi minister Saurabh Bharadwaj has lost to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidate Shikha Roy by 3,139 votes in the Greater Kailash constituency.
AAP's Manish Sisodia concedes defeat in Delhi's Jangpura
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Manish Sisodia has conceded defeat in Delhi's Jangpura seat.
Celebrations at BJP headquarters as early trends show party leading
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is currently ahead in the Delhi Assembly elections, crossing the majority mark with 43 seats at 10:30am.
Delhi polls: Election Commission trends show 0 leads for Congress
The Indian National Congress (INC) is staring at another electoral defeat in the Delhi Assembly elections, latest trends from the Election Commission show.
AAP defector Kailash Gahlot leading in Bijwasan, Surender Bhardwaj trailing
Former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Kailash Gahlot, who defected to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) just months before the Delhi Assembly elections, is leading in the Bijwasan seat by 2,714 votes.
Delhi's middle class, Purvanchali voters ditch AAP for BJP
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) appears to be gaining support from Delhi's middle class and Purvanchali voters, who were instrumental in the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)'s landslide victories in 2015 and 2020.
Delhi polls: AAP leaders, including Kejriwal, trailing in early trends
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) are locked in a close contest as the counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections progresses.
Exit polls predict BJP comeback in Delhi after 27 years
Delhi cast its vote for the 70 assembly seats on Wednesday.
Delhi polls: MLA alleges police barricading AAP strongholds, misdirecting voters
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has leveled allegations of voter intimidation by the Delhi Police in the ongoing Delhi Assembly elections.
Delhi records 33.31% voter turnout till 1:00pm
The high-stakes Delhi election for 70 assembly constituencies is underway.
Delhi polls: 2 CMO employees detained with ₹5L cash
Two employees of Delhi Chief Minister Atishi's office were detained on Tuesday after they were found with ₹5 lakh cash.
Case against AAP MLA for misbehaving, blowing kisses at woman
Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Dinesh Mohaniya has been booked for allegedly misbehaving with a woman during his campaign for the Delhi Assembly elections, ANI reported.
Delhi election 2025: Polling for 70 assembly seats begins
Voting for all 70 assembly seats in Delhi began at 7:00am on Wednesday.
FIR filed against Arvind Kejriwal ahead of Delhi polls
An FIR has been filed against former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and unidentified members of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Shahabad over his allegations that Haryana is poisoning the Yamuna waters.
Case filed against Atishi after supporters assault policeman
The Delhi Police have filed cases against Chief Minister Atishi and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Ramesh Bidhuri's son Manish Bidhuri for alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC).
Delhi polls: Campaigning ends today; 699 candidates in fray
The high-stakes campaigning for the Delhi Assembly elections will come to an end on Monday. Leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Congress, and the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) are conducting their last rallies.
'If you were earning ₹12 lakh during Nehru's era...': Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed a public rally in Delhi's RK Puram, where he spoke about the tax relief measures introduced in the Union Budget 2025.
AAP leaders charged in 2021 BJP office clash case
The Chandigarh district court has framed charges against four Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, including Kharar MLA Anmol Gagan Mann.
Loyalists to rebels: 8 AAP MLAs who switched to BJP
Eight Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs, elected in the 2020 Delhi Assembly elections, resigned from their posts on Friday.
7 AAP MLAs quit ahead of Delhi elections
In a major development, seven Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs have resigned from the party just days ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections.
BJP's Harpreet Kaur Babla wins Chandigarh mayoral election
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has won the Chandigarh mayoral election.
No, Anup Soni wasn't involved in Congress's video against Kejriwal
Actor Anup Soni, who has appeared in television serials like Uttaran and Saaya, recently got caught in a political controversy.
Delhi court dismisses BJP's defamation case against CM Atishi
A defamation complaint filed by Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Praveen Shankar Kapoor against Delhi Chief Minister Atishi has been dismissed by a Delhi court.
'Let them come...': Pitroda's remarks on illegal migrants spark row
Sam Pitroda, a close aide of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, has once again sparked controversy by supporting the settlement of illegal migrants in India.
'Not permissible': Delhi HC dismisses plea to derecognize AAP
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a petition seeking the derecognition of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP).
AAP's Delhi election manifesto out: Kejriwal makes 15 'guarantees'
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has released its manifesto for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections, due on February 5.
'Vote-from-home' for elderly sparks controversy in Delhi
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of misusing the "vote-from-home" scheme in Delhi.