BJP Challenges Kejriwal's 'Big Expose' Claim on Liquor Scam

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:14pm on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

Sunita Kejriwal announced her husband, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, would unveil details of alleged liquor scam in court on March 28. BJP's Shazia Ilmi questioned the delay in Kejriwal's revelation, asking why AAP leaders suffered in jail while waiting. Sunita affirmed Arvind's plan, stating no significant findings emerged from 250 raids related to the scam. AAP insists Kejriwal won't resign, vowing to govern despite potential custody. Delhi's Lieutenant Governor opposes running the government from jail. As anticipation builds for Kejriwal's court appearance, scrutiny surrounding the alleged scam deepens.

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Nirmala Sitharaman Declines BJP's Offer to Contest Lok Sabha Elections Due to Lack of Funds

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:32pm on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman reveals she turned down BJP's invitation to contest Lok Sabha elections citing financial constraints. BJP President JP Nadda offered her candidacy from Andhra Pradesh or Tamil Nadu, but she expressed inability due to insufficient funds and concerns over community and religious criteria. Sitharaman, a Rajya Sabha member from Karnataka, expressed gratitude for her decision being accepted and stated she would support other candidates during the campaign. She emphasizes personal earnings are separate from government funds, clarifying her stance on contesting elections.

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Arrest of Arvind Kejriwal Expected to Benefit AAP in Elections: Atishi

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:12pm on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

Delhi Minister Atishi suggests that the arrest of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal could strengthen AAP's electoral prospects in the upcoming Lok Sabha polls, citing increased public sympathy. Kejriwal's detention by the Enforcement Directorate over a money laundering case linked to the excise policy is labeled by Atishi as an unprecedented attack on democracy. She asserts a shift in sentiment towards the BJP's overreach, transforming the election into a "People vs BJP" contest. Kejriwal remains in custody till March 28, sparking a political narrative favoring AAP amidst public outrage.

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Arvind Kejriwal Denied Relief by High Court, Remains in Jail Until April 3 Hearing

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:32pm on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

The Delhi High Court has denied relief to Arvind Kejriwal in his petition challenging the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) arrest on March 15. With the court granting the probe agency time until April 2 to respond to Kejriwal's plea, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader will continue to be held in custody. Currently detained by the ED, Kejriwal remains in the agency's lock-up at its Delhi office. The next hearing scheduled for April 3 prolongs Kejriwal's stay behind bars, further adding to the ongoing legal battle surrounding his arrest.

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Congress Revives Urmila Matondkar Row in Kangana Ranaut Saga, Facing Backlash

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:59pm on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

In a bid to counter the uproar over Supriya Shrinate's controversial post regarding BJP nominee Kangana Ranaut, the Congress resurfaced an old statement by Ranaut against actor-politician Urmila Matondkar. However, the move appears to backfire as it brings attention to the Congress's embarrassing chapter with Matondkar, who joined and swiftly departed from the party within five months before the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. Matondkar cited hurdles from local leadership in her resignation letter to Sonia Gandhi, further adding bitterness to the episode. The Congress finds itself grappling with internal discord amid the ongoing political skirmish.

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Kerala CM's Daughter, Veena Vijayan, Faces Money Laundering Case For Alleged Illegal Payments, Says ED

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:31am on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated a money laundering case against Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's daughter, Veena Vijayan, and her IT firm over alleged illegal payments from a private mineral company. The case, registered under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), follows a complaint by the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO). The investigation arises from allegations that Veena's company, Exalogic Solutions, received ₹1.72 crore from Cochin Minerals And Rutile Ltd (CMRL) without providing any services. The Karnataka High Court recently dismissed Exalogic Solutions' plea against the SFIO probe.

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Congress Faces Income Tax Department Action Over Unexplained Rs 524 Crore, Including Missing Rs 135 Crore

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:56am on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

The Congress party faces another financial blow as the Income Tax Department gears up to demand Rs 523.87 crore for "unaccounted transactions" from 2014-2021, ahead of Lok Sabha elections. This comes after the recent withdrawal of Rs 135 crore from party accounts. Congress leader V K Tankha anticipates hefty penalties and interest on the new demand. The party's appeals against these actions were unsuccessful, losing before the Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal and the Delhi High Court. These setbacks further cripple the party financially, intensifying its challenges ahead of the elections.

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High Court Hearing Today for Arvind Kejriwal's Arrest in Liquor Case

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:49am on 27 Mar 2024,Wednesday Politics

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's plea against his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) is scheduled for a hearing today. Kejriwal contests his detention in a money-laundering case related to an alleged excise policy scam. The arrest came after the high court denied him protection from the ED. Kejriwal seeks immediate release, labeling his arrest and remand as illegal. The ED alleges corruption in the formulation of Delhi's excise policy, implicating AAP leaders. Amid protests, Kejriwal directed health measures from custody. Both AAP and BJP staged demonstrations, with police detaining several participants.

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Arvind Kejriwal's Wife, Sunita Kejriwal Visits Probe Agency Office to Meet Him

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:11pm on 26 Mar 2024,Tuesday Politics

Sunita Kejriwal, wife of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, went to the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) office to see her husband on Tuesday. He's in ED custody until March 28 over alleged money laundering in the liquor policy scam. BJP demands his resignation, but AAP insists he'll govern from custody. Kejriwal issued orders addressing medicine shortages from ED custody. He was arrested on March 21 for involvement in the excise policy case, accused of irregularities and money laundering. Though not initially named, ED's chargesheet alleges his connection with accused Sameer Mahendru and AAP's Vijay Nair.

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PM Modi Commends BJP Candidate Rekha Patra, Sandeshkhali Survivor, as 'Shakti Swaroopa'

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:15pm on 26 Mar 2024,Tuesday Politics

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Rekha Patra, BJP's Basirhat candidate and survivor of the Sandeshkhali incident, during a phone call. He lauded her courage in standing up against alleged perpetrators, emphasizing her role as a symbol of strength. Patra, recounting the ordeal, highlighted the support of women in her fight. Modi assured full backing for her campaign and urged her to advocate for central schemes in West Bengal, criticizing the incumbent TMC government. The Sandeshkhali episode, marked by violence and protests, drew national attention, with Patra's resilience spotlighted amidst electoral dynamics.

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