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Arvind Kejriwal accuses PM Modi of making laws to protect himself amid Centre’s scrutiny of Meta

Arvind Kejriwal accuses PM Modi of making laws to protect himself amid Centre’s scrutiny of Meta

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Friday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of “making laws to protect himself from citizens of India” amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Centre’s scrutiny of Meta over content moderation and platform compliance. The remarks came after sources said Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologised to the government over the temporary removal of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Facebook video and issues related to illegal content on the platform. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Arvind Kejriwal stopped during march to PM Modi's residence over E20 petrol

Arvind Kejriwal stopped during march to PM Modi's residence over E20 petrol

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Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal and several senior party leaders were stopped by the Delhi Police on Tuesday while attempting to march towards the Prime Minister’s residence to submit more than 2.30 lakh petitions opposing the promotion of E20 petrol. After being prevented from proceeding further, Kejriwal, former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia, AAP leader Jasmine Shah and other party leaders staged a sit-in protest on Firoz Shah Road. The AAP said it had collected over 2.30 lakh signatures from people across the country as part of its campaign against E20 petrol, alleging that the ethanol-blended fuel has adversely affected vehicle owners. AAP seeks option of pure petrol at fuel stations Addressing party workers and supporters before the march began, Kejriwal said the petitions reflected concerns raised by vehicle owners and urged the central government to reconsider its policy on ethanol-blended fuel. “We are going to the Prime Minister’s residence with over 2.30 lakh petitions signed by people from across the country. We want the government to listen to the concerns …

Centre draws more flak over E20: Gadkari and Puri’s sacking demand, transport union’s protest call, AAP campaign

Centre draws more flak over E20: Gadkari and Puri’s sacking demand, transport union’s protest call, AAP campaign

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With the outrage over the NEET-UG paper leak simmering down, focus seems to have shifted to the E20 policy for vehicles again, with the government receiving more criticism over the programme. UP Congress chief Ajay Rai has sought dismissal of Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, left, and Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri. (PTI/File) While the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has announced a campaign against the policy starting next month, transport unions in the national capital are also planning a protest march against the programme. Besides, the UP Congress has reportedly sought dismissal of Union road transport and highways minister Nitin Gadkari and petroleum and natural gas minister Hardeep Singh Puri. The calls come even as Gadkari maintains that he isn’t personally responsible for the policy. Kejriwal revives attack AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Monday announced that the party would organised a ‘National Town Hall Against E20’ at the Constitution Club of India in Delhi on August 1. “We are inviting people to join in large numbers this …

Arvind Kejriwal visits police station, AAP says 500 students assisted through legal helpline after protest detentions

Arvind Kejriwal visits police station, AAP says 500 students assisted through legal helpline after protest detentions

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The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Friday said it has extended legal and other assistance to around 500 students and youths detained during protests at Jantar Mantar and the Parliament March in Delhi, claiming its legal team has been working continuously to help those taken into custody. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) National convenor Arvind Kejriwal addresses the youth following the CJP’s ‘Chalo Sansad’ march during his visit to Jantar Mantar, in New Delhi on Tuesday. (Amit Shukla) According to the party, the support has been provided through the AAP Student Helpline (8588833548), which has been receiving calls and messages from students seeking assistance. The party said the initiative was launched on the directions of AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal to provide legal aid to those detained during the protests. Kejriwal visits police station, party claims students released AAP claimed that Kejriwal personally visited Mandir Marg police station, where he met students who had been detained. According to the party, he told the students that he would remain at the police station until they were released. …

PM Modi turns heat on rivals ahead of Punjab polls

PM Modi turns heat on rivals ahead of Punjab polls

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Political Campaign Speech Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Punjab, accusing it of ruining the state and saying only the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) could save the region, in a speech that virtually marked the beginning of campaign season in the poll-bound province. Modi began the day by flagging off India’s first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered passenger train from Jind to Sonipat Modi began the day by flagging off India’s first indigenously developed hydrogen-powered passenger train from Jind to Sonipat, asserting that the government’s rapid railway electrification drive has protected India from global energy disruptions in West Asia. He then addressed a rally in Jind, where he asked Haryana to begin identifying sporting talent in children between 10 and 15 so they could be groomed for the 2036 Olympic Games. In the afternoon, he spoke in Jalandhar and in the evening in Chandigarh, where he described the Union Territory as a model of planned development and quality of life. Punjab is scheduled to go …

AAP says northeast Delhi riots convict Tahir Hussain has no association with party since 2020 suspension

AAP says northeast Delhi riots convict Tahir Hussain has no association with party since 2020 suspension

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Aam Aadmi Party on Monday said former councillor Tahir Hussain has had no association with the party since he was suspended from its primary membership in 2020 after he was booked in northeast Delhi riots case. Delhi court convicted former Aam Aadmi Party councillor Tahir Hussain and four others for the killing of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots, on Monday, July 13, 2026. (PTI File) The development came after a Delhi court convicted Hussain, who was an AAP councillor at the time of the violence, in the murder case of Intelligence Bureau officer Ankit Sharma during the 2020 riots. The party said, “Hussain was suspended from the party on February 27, 2020, within hours of the FIR being registered against him and has not been associated with the party since then.” The BJP, meanwhile, slammed the AAP following Hussain’s conviction, with several leaders saying AAP leaders should apologise over their association with him. “Hussain had contested the Delhi Assembly election as an AIMIM candidate from Mustafabad, a seat he …

AAP to launch signature campaign for action in Ram Temple donation row

AAP to launch signature campaign for action in Ram Temple donation row

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Former Chief Minister of Delhi Arvind Kejriwal addressing a press conference in New Delhi on Friday. | Photo Credit: Sushil Kumar Verma The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will launch a pan-India signature campaign on Sunday demanding that those who “stole” from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya be “hanged”. It also accused the Centre of protecting the culprits.  As part of the campaign, a letter addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be signed by people across India.  “It appears that instead of ensuring that those responsible for wrongdoing against bhagwanji are punished, attempts are being made to protect them. It seems that the SIT and the FIR are merely an attempt to mislead the public and bury the matter. Eight junior workers have been arrested while efforts are being made to shield the powerful,” reads the draft of the letter shared by the party.  “Prime Minister, please do not do this. Those guilty of stealing from the Mandir of Bhagwan Ram should be hanged. Protecting them is ‘mahapaap’ (grave sin),” the draft said.  The AAP …

A Deep Dive Into Raghav Chadha’s Elite Watch Collection

A Deep Dive Into Raghav Chadha’s Elite Watch Collection

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3 min readNew DelhiJul 6, 2026 01:00 AM IST Raghav Chadha’s wrist game at the Parliament is a balanced mix of Swiss luxury and everyday sport watches, offering timeless design and practicality. The politician’s choice in timepieces is as sharp and legendary as his debates. Effortlessly bridging the gap between rigorous public service and tailored prestige, Raghav Chadha has curated an absolutely flawless, highly versatile rotation. Rolex Submariner Leading the collection are standout pieces from Rolex, especially the Submariner Date in Oyster steel. Widely regarded as one of the most iconic dive watches ever made, its estimated market value is around Rs 16 lakh. Manufactured by Rolex from a hard, corrosion-resistant ceramic, the Cerachrom bezel insert is virtually scratchproof. The brand says that the luminescent capsule on the zero marker ensures legibility, no matter how dark the environment. The bezel’s knurled edge is carefully designed to offer excellent grip underwater, even with gloves. Known for its durability, water resistance, and clean design, it remains a benchmark in luxury sports watches. Rolex Datejust Also part of …

New temple, pilgrimages, and ‘Humare Ram’: In Punjab, AAP steps up Hindu outreach with Kejriwal’s big promises

New temple, pilgrimages, and ‘Humare Ram’: In Punjab, AAP steps up Hindu outreach with Kejriwal’s big promises

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As the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) steps up its outreach also to Hindu voters ahead of the 2027 Punjab assembly elections due in about seven months, party chief Arvind Kejriwal has announced a series of religious and cultural initiatives. These include temple redevelopment, expanded pilgrimage routes and Ramayana-themed programmes, even as the party navigates parallel controversies involving Sikh religious institutions. AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal and Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann during a devotional music programme organised by the state government in Amritsar (PTI Photo) Kejriwal, during his three-day visit to Punjab while participating in the Punjab government’s ‘Ek Shaam Bhagwan Shiv Ke Naam’ (religious discourse on Lord Shiva) programmes in Jalandhar, Amritsar, Gurdaspur and Batala, made the announcements. He claimed no previous government had organised devotional gatherings on such a scale, and announced that the programme would now be expanded across all 22 districts of Punjab. 5 promises by Kejriwal Among five promises that the AAP shared as separate short videos on its social media handles, the former Delhi CM announced a ₹80-crore redevelopment of …