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BJP announces Raja Iqbal Singh as mayoral candidate for upcoming MCD election
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has nominated Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh as their mayoral candidate for the upcoming Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) elections, while Jai Bhagwan Yadav will contest for Deputy Mayor. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has decided to abstain from the mayoral polls, allowing the BJP to govern without excuses.
Congress to go solo in Gujarat bypolls, no alliance with AAP: Shaktisinh Gohil
The Congress party in Gujarat has announced it will contest the upcoming assembly bypolls independently, foregoing an alliance with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). This decision stems from the AAP's premature announcement of its Visavadar candidate without consulting Congress. Despite this, both parties remain part of the INDIA bloc at the national level, according to Gujarat Congress president Shaktisinh Gohil.
ECI sets stage for bypolls, Rajya Sabha contests before Bihar vote
India's Election Commission is gearing up for a series of high-stakes bypolls across multiple states, including West Bengal, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir, alongside elections for 12 vacant Rajya Sabha seats. These contests are seen as crucial indicators ahead of the Bihar Assembly elections.
Senior AAP leaders on Gujarat tour to strengthen organisation
AAP's Gopal Rai and Durgesh Pathak are touring Gujarat to strengthen the party's organizational structure. Their week-long visit includes meetings with leaders and workers across various zones, culminating in a state-level leadership meeting and workers' convention.
Muslim Law Board to move court if Rajya Sabha clears Waqf Bill: Maulana Khalid Rashid
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025, passed by the Lok Sabha, has faced major opposition and is expected to be challenged in court by AIMPLB. Passed after heated debates, the bill aims to improve waqf property management and transparency. Critics argue it compromises the interests of the Muslim community.
'Those opposing Waqf bill are not Muslims': Uttarakhand Waqf Board Chairman slams opposition, says 'It's 70 saal vs Modi Karyakal'
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has ignited a political debate in India. Uttarakhand Waqf Board Chairman Shadab Shams supports the bill, asserting it will integrate poor Muslims into mainstream society. Conversely, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board criticises the bill, alleging it aims to usurp Waqf properties. The bill proposes significant changes, including altering the composition of Waqf boards and redefining property ownership determinations, leading to a contentious discourse among stakeholders.
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INDIA must appear to be a bloc and not un-bloc itself in public domain: Kapil Sibal
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal urges for a formal structure in the INDIA opposition alliance with cohesive policies and spokespersons to effectively represent its views. He emphasizes the need for unity to counter the BJP and prepare for future elections.
After losing Delhi, AAP has plans to rise stronger with fresh leadership shifts; Here's what Kejriwal & Co. are planning
According to party sources, after AAP's defeat in the Delhi Assembly election, former CM and AAP MLA Atishi is being handed over the lead role in the national capital. As the Leader of the Opposition (LoP), Atishi will decide on political strategies to counter the BJP-led Delhi government. The strategy for the assembly and major political attacks concerning the Delhi government will be formulated by Atishi. She would take top leadership nod in major decisions.
AAP will go solo in 2027 in Goa, says Atishi; too early to talk about alliances, replies Congress
AAP leader Atishi announces the party's plan to contest the 2027 elections in Goa and Gujarat independently, rejecting alliances. She criticizes the BJP's governance in Delhi and Goa, while emphasizing AAP's focus on delivering for the people over monetary gains.
ET Exclusive: BJP not insurmountable, but Congress must change its ways, says Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan asserts that the INDIA bloc can defeat BJP if united, but Congress must change its attitude and focus on the bigger threat. He highlights Kerala's development efforts since 2016, improvements in ease-of-doing-business rankings, and positive investor interest. He criticizes Congress for its approach during elections, affecting the opposition's strength.
Congress cannot wait for people to get tired of BJP: Sachin Pilot
Sachin Pilot emphasized that the Congress must actively reach out to the people, instead of waiting for them to tire of the BJP. He pointed out the AAP's decision to contest all 90 seats in Haryana contributed to the Congress's defeat due to minimal vote share differences.
UBT Sena claims Kejriwal wanted alliance with Congress
The Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray faction of Shiv Sena criticizes Congress for its arrogance leading to MVA's poll loss in Maharashtra. In discussions with Aaditya Thackeray and Sanjay Raut, Arvind Kejriwal revealed Congress' lack of commitment to alliances, particularly in Delhi and Haryana, preferring to undermine AAP over defeating BJP.
Mamata always fought independently: Sanjay Raut on TMC going solo for 2026 West Bengal polls
Following West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's declaration of contesting the 2026 assembly polls alone, Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut highlighted her history of independent contests. He urged her to maintain dialogue with Congress. Meanwhile, Raut addressed AAP's internal matters and ongoing Anti-Corruption Bureau investigation into BJP's alleged horse-trading against AAP candidates.
Delhi polls outcome would've been different if Congress had supported AAP, says Mamata Banerjee
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee stated that the poll results in Delhi would have been different if Congress had supported AAP. She expressed confidence in Trinamool Congress winning the 2026 assembly polls independently and emphasized that no alliance will be required in West Bengal.
INDIA bloc formed for Lok Sabha polls, state-specific alliances in assembly elections: Congress MP
Congress MP Manickam Tagore clarified that the INDIA bloc was formed for the 2024 general elections, not state polls, amid criticism of Congress playing spoilsport for AAP in Delhi. He suggested questioning AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, who he claims broke the alliance.
AAP-Congress fight helped BJP in Delhi polls: Saamana
The Shiv Sena (UBT) criticized the Aam Aadmi Party and Congress for their disunity, which they believe contributed to the BJP's victory in the Delhi assembly polls. The Sena raised concerns about the effectiveness of opposition alliances if members continue to fight each other, benefiting the ruling BJP.
INDIA bloc will regroup for Lok Sabha polls: Rajiv Shukla amid AAP's defeat in Delhi polls
Senior Congress leader Rajiv Shukla reiterated the unity of the INDIA alliance and its collective strategy for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. Despite the AAP's recent defeat in the Delhi elections, Shukla emphasized the opposition's cohesiveness, while Congress MP Renuka Chowdhury criticized AAP's 'ego' for their loss.
UBT Shiv Sena slams Congress for rejoicing over AAP defeat
Sanjay Raut of the Uddhav Balasaheb Thackeray Shiv Sena urges opposition parties to unite against the BJP or quit politics, emphasizing that the Delhi election results could have been different if Congress and AAP had fought together. He warns that failing to unite will lead to the demise of democracy and the country.
How Kejriwal’s Delhi defeat sends a stark message to Opposition
Arvind Kejriwal's defeat in the Delhi elections highlights his party's electoral mathematics vulnerabilities and governance shortcomings. The BJP capitalized on his adversarial stance and corruption allegations, strengthening its position despite the lack of a compelling alternative. This verdict impacts BJP, the Opposition, and even Congress.
Lotus Blooms in Delhi: Nine reasons why AAP's Jhadu lost its Jaadu in national capital after 10 Years
Delhi Election Results 2025: BJP regains power after three decades, ousting AAP due to voter fatigue, unmet promises and corruption allegations. Internal challenges, leadership crises, and failure to form an alliance with Congress further weakened AAP's standing, leading to its defeat.
INDIA bloc loses steam as BJP in driver's seat after Delhi poll results
Internal conflicts and competing ambitions within the INDIA bloc have resulted in electoral setbacks, weakening their position against the BJP in national politics. The Delhi election loss highlighted growing rifts, particularly between Congress and AAP. Despite the alliance's initial success in the Lok Sabha polls, future unity remains uncertain, threatening their collective strength.
Delhi Election 2025: With AAP’s heavyweights Kejriwal, Sisodia falling short, Atishi becomes the party’s only silver lining
Delhi Assembly Elections Key Seats: The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is facing a major electoral setback in the 2025 Delhi Assembly Elections, with Chief Minister Atishi, party chief Arvind Kejriwal, and former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia trailing or losing key constituencies. The BJP is leading in several seats, signaling a strong comeback. As vote counting continues, early trends suggest a shift in Delhi’s political landscape, with the BJP poised to regain control after nearly three decades.
New Delhi Election Results: Arvind Kejriwal loses to BJP's Parvesh Verma
New Delhi Election Results Vote Counting Updates: Arvind Kejriwal has lost the New Delhi Assembly seat to BJP’s Parvesh Verma by a margin of nearly 4,000 votes. This defeat, following an intense battle where Kejriwal trailed by over 3,000 votes after the 11th round of counting, marks a major setback for AAP.
Congress Delhi Election 2025 Winners List: Will INC make a comeback this time around?
Congress Delhi Assembly Election Results Winners: Vote counting begins for the Delhi assembly elections to decide if AAP will secure a third term or if BJP will end its 27-year absence from power. The Congress hopes to gain some seats after a poor performance in the last two elections. Increased security measures are in place at the counting centres.
Delhi election exit polls 2025: Just one poll sees AAP winning. Check its prediction
Voting for the Delhi assembly elections has concluded. Exit polls indicate a close contest between the Aam Aadmi Party and the Bharatiya Janata Party. The results will be declared on February 8. In the last election, the Aam Aadmi Party won 62 seats, BJP won 8 seats, and Congress did not win any seats.
Congress-AAP alliance hopes to gain from unified vote in Delhi, BJP banks on Modi factor
Over 1.5 crore voters in Delhi are choosing seven parliamentary candidates from a pool of 162 in the high-stakes 2024 general elections. The first direct confrontation in over a decade is between the BJP and the AAP-Congress alliance.
Will Arvinder Singh Lovely's return to BJP hurt AAP-Congress prospects in Delhi's Lok Sabha polls?
Former Delhi Congress president Arvinder Singh Lovely, along with ex-minister Raj Kumar Chauhan and former MLAs Neeraj Basoya and Naseeb Singh, joined the BJP. They criticized the Congress-AAP alliance for the Lok Sabha polls. This follows Lovely's recent resignation from Delhi Congress presidency, citing dissatisfaction with the AAP alliance and candidate choices. This marks Lovely's second stint with BJP after a brief tenure from 2017-2018.
Internal strife in Congress over AAP alliance deepens with two more MLAs quitting party
Resignations by Neeraj Basoya, Naseeb Singh, and Arvinder Singh Lovely reflect dissatisfaction with the Congress-AAP alliance, leading to internal party strife. Devender Yadav's appointment as interim president signals response to the ongoing turmoil.
Congress-AAP combined vote share of 2022 Gujarat assembly polls may not be enough to defeat BJP in 2024
But the Congress and AAP leaders say the assembly polls data is a thing of the past and claim that with the changing voter sentiments and a new arrangement in place, they will be able to attract more number of voters for their united fight against the BJP in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
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