AAP’s Manish Sisodia Loses Jangpura Seat To BJP’s Tarvinder Singh Marwah By 600 Votes

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:39am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

AAP leader Manish Sisodia conceded defeat in Delhi’s Jangpura constituency, losing to BJP’s Tarvinder Singh Marwah by 600 votes. Marwah secured 34,632 votes, while Sisodia polled 34,060. Congress’s Farhad Suri lagged with 6,866 votes. Sisodia, who previously won Patparganj thrice, contested from Jangpura this time. Accepting the result, he said, “Party workers fought well, but I lost.” Marwah, a three-time Delhi MLA, joined BJP in 2022 after leaving Congress. BJP is set to take power in Delhi, leading in 48 seats, while AAP trails with 22. Celebrations erupted at BJP headquarters in New Delhi.

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Delhi Election Results: AAP Misses Hat-Trick As BJP Heads For Majority, Congress Faces Another Wipeout

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:13am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is set to miss its hat-trick in the Delhi Assembly elections as the BJP maintains a lead. With counting underway, BJP is ahead in 45 seats, while AAP trails with 25. Key AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, Atishi, and Manish Sisodia, are behind in their constituencies. The Congress faces another humiliating defeat, failing to secure a single seat for the third consecutive election. BJP’s rising vote share, now at 46.87%, signals a power shift in Delhi. Congress leaders blame AAP’s leadership for the opposition's poor performance.

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BJP Leads With 45 Seats In Delhi Election, AAP Trails At 25 As Vote Share Gap Widens

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:29am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

The BJP is heading towards a clear victory in the Delhi Assembly elections, leading in 45 of 70 seats, while AAP trails with 25. The BJP’s vote share stands at 46.87%, ahead of AAP’s 43.29%. As counting progresses into later rounds, the gap continues to widen. PM Narendra Modi is set to visit the BJP headquarters at 7 PM to celebrate the party’s return to power after 27 years. Meanwhile, activist Anna Hazare criticized Arvind Kejriwal, accusing him of being influenced by “money power.” Key AAP leaders, including Saurabh Bharadwaj, are trailing.

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Arvind Kejriwal Leads In New Delhi; BJP’s Parvesh Verma Close Behind

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:47am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal is leading in the New Delhi assembly seat, seeking a fourth term. BJP’s Parvesh Verma trails closely, with Congress’ Sandeep Dikshit far behind. As of 10:00 am, Kejriwal has 4,679 votes, while Verma has 4,425. AAP has dominated this seat since 2013, ending Congress' reign. In 2015, Kejriwal won by over 31,000 votes and retained his hold in 2020. While AAP's welfare schemes remain popular, concerns over governance and infrastructure persist. The final outcome remains crucial in shaping Delhi’s political future.

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Congress Uncertain on Post-Poll Alliance With AAP as Delhi Vote Counting Begins

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:41am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

Congress candidate Sandeep Dikshit stated he has "no idea" about a post-poll alliance with AAP, saying it’s for the high command to decide. Vote counting for the Delhi Assembly elections began at 8 AM on Saturday. Exit polls predict a BJP edge over AAP, though AAP leaders remain confident. BJP targeted AAP over Yamuna pollution and Kejriwal's residence renovation, while AAP highlighted its education reforms. Congress also attacked AAP over alleged corruption. Key battles include New Delhi and Atishi’s constituency. The voter turnout was 60.54%.

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Kejriwal, Atishi, Sisodia Trailing as BJP Leads in Delhi Assembly Polls

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:03am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) surged ahead in early Delhi Assembly election trends, leading in 42 of 70 seats. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Arvind Kejriwal (New Delhi), Atishi (Kalkaji), and Manish Sisodia (Jangpura) are trailing against BJP candidates. AAP, aiming for a fourth term, is leading in 25 seats. Congress struggles to avoid a third consecutive zero. Delhi recorded a 60.54% voter turnout. "He will become CM again," Atishi claimed earlier. BJP hopes to break its 27-year losing streak and form a "double engine government." Counting continues.

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Delhi Election Results 2025: BJP Crosses Majority Mark With Leads In 44 Seats

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:56am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) surged past the majority mark in early trends, leading in 44 seats as vote counting continued. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), initially lagging, narrowed the gap with leads in 25 seats. The Election Commission of India began counting at 8 AM, with postal ballots counted first. Exit polls had predicted a strong BJP performance, making AAP’s hat-trick unlikely. With 699 candidates in the fray, the final results remain awaited. Congress remains a distant third. The outcome will determine Delhi’s next government after AAP’s two consecutive terms.

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Milkipur Bypoll Results 2025: BJP Seeks Redemption After Ayodhya Defeat, Faces SP Challenge

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:42am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

Milkipur bypoll results in Uttar Pradesh will be declared today. After losing Faizabad Lok Sabha, which includes Ayodhya's Ram Mandir, BJP has made Milkipur a prestige battle. CM Yogi Adityanath and top leaders campaigned extensively, urging voters to “avenge” their loss. BJP's Chandrabhanu Paswan faces SP’s Ajit Prasad, son of Faizabad MP Awadhesh Prasad. SP leader Akhilesh Yadav calls the bypoll a “challenge” against BJP’s governance. The BJP, eyeing a comeback in UP, faces stiff resistance as Samajwadi Party banks on its PDA vote base. Results will decide BJP’s momentum after recent state victories.

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Delhi Election Result 2025: BJP Leads in Early Trends, AAP Trails

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:20am on 08 Feb 2025,Saturday Politics

The Election Commission of India began counting votes for the 2025 Delhi Assembly elections at 8 AM. Early trends show the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leading on 35 seats, while the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is ahead on 27. The Congress is leading on two seats. Exit polls had predicted a BJP victory, ending AAP’s decade-long rule. Delhi recorded a 60.54% voter turnout, with North East Delhi registering the highest participation. Counting of postal ballots began first, followed by Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs). Final results will be announced later today.

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Delhi Verdict Tomorrow: Will BJP End 27-Year Drought or AAP Secure 4th Term?

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:47pm on 07 Feb 2025,Friday Politics

The high-stakes Delhi Assembly election results will be declared tomorrow, with AAP aiming for a fourth term and BJP hoping to end its 27-year drought. Counting begins at 8 am across 19 centres under heavy security, with trends expected by noon. Exit polls predict a big win for BJP, but AAP dismisses them. Congress hopes to gain ground after two poor performances. Delhi recorded a 60.54% voter turnout on February 5. Key battles include Arvind Kejriwal’s New Delhi seat and Atishi’s Kalkaji. Final results may be announced by evening.

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