Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal challenges his arrest by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering case related to the alleged Delhi liquor policy scam. Seeking an urgent hearing from the Delhi High Court, he asserts the arrest and remand order as illegal. Kejriwal emphasizes his entitlement to immediate release. The move comes after the High Court refused to grant him protection from arrest earlier. The ED had secured seven-day custody from the Rouse Avenue court. Kejriwal's plea aims to contest the legality of his detention amid escalating tensions.

Congress leader Sanjay Nirupam criticized Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for not resigning after his arrest in a money laundering case. Nirupam questioned Kejriwal's moral stance, highlighting past leaders who stepped down amid accusations. He labeled AAP's refusal to vacate the chief minister's post as immoral, noting the ongoing legal scrutiny of liquor policies. While acknowledging Kejriwal's challenging circumstances, Nirupam stressed the negative impact of his decision on Indian politics. The situation presents a significant test for Kejriwal and raises concerns about ethical leadership in the country's political landscape.

BJP MP Manoj Tiwari slammed Arvind Kejriwal, asserting that only "gangs" operate from prison after the Aam Aadmi Party claimed Kejriwal would govern from jail. Tiwari alleged Delhi residents celebrated Kejriwal's arrest, accusing him of stealing from the capital. Kejriwal, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate for the liquor policy case, insists on staying as Delhi CM. AAP vowed support, while BJP demands his resignation. AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj affirmed public support for Kejriwal's continuation.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was remanded to Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody until March 28, accused of being the "kingpin" in bribery and money laundering related to the 2021-22 Delhi excise policy. The ED labeled Kejriwal the "key conspirator," alleging he favored certain individuals in the policy and demanded kickbacks from liquor businessmen. The agency claimed AAP, under Kejriwal's leadership, benefited from the illegal funds during election campaigns. Kejriwal's defense denied direct evidence and questioned the credibility of statements from accused turned approvers.          

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal affirmed he won't resign despite being remanded to 6-day Enforcement Directorate custody in an alleged excise policy scam. Speaking to India Today TV, Kejriwal declared his intent to govern from jail if necessary. The AAP leader's resolve follows a court hearing where he was deemed a "key conspirator" in the case. Special Judge Kaveri Baweja granted ED custody till March 28, a day after his arrest. Kejriwal's assertion signals defiance amidst legal challenges, stating, "Whether I am inside (jail) or outside, the government will run from there."

Social activist Anna Hazare expressed his sentiment regarding Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest, stating, "His arrest is because of his own deeds." Hazare, known for leading anti-corruption movements, voiced his concern, recalling Kejriwal's earlier involvement in the Anna movement against alleged corruption. Kejriwal, once a prominent figure in the movement, transitioned into politics, forming his own party and contesting elections. The Enforcement Directorate arrested Kejriwal in connection with a Delhi excise policy case, following his failure to respond to nine summonses. Hazare's remarks come amidst political reactions and accusations from various quarters regarding the arrest.            

Hyderabad's Navayuga Engineering Company Ltd, constructing the Silkyara-Barkot tunnel in Uttarakhand, which collapsed last year, donated Rs 55 crore to BJP through electoral bonds, per Election Commission data. The project, slated for completion in 2022, faced delays as a section of the tunnel under construction collapsed, trapping a total of 41 workers. NEC bought 55 bonds worth Rs 1 crore each from April 2019 to October 2022. The firm boasts projects like Dhola-Sadia Bridge and Polavaram Project. The single-tube 4.5-km tunnel aims to improve connectivity to Char Dham Yatra sites. Supreme Court's recent ruling annulled the electoral bonds scheme, citing concerns over transparency in political funding.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been placed in Enforcement Directorate custody for six days by the Rouse Avenue Court over the liquor policy-related money laundering case. The AAP leader will remain in custody until March 28, to be produced in court at 2 pm on that day. Allegations suggest he received kickbacks from the 'South group' for formulating Delhi's Excise Policy 2021-22 and demanded Rs 100 crore for contesting Goa elections. Legal representatives argue over the necessity of his arrest, marking a significant development in India's political landscape.

Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, arrested by the Enforcement Directorate, says, "My life is dedicated to the country." He faces allegations linked to the scrapped Delhi liquor policy. ED claims him as the "kingpin" in a ₹600 crore scam, seeking 10-day custody. AAP protests, calling it a conspiracy. Additional Solicitor-General SV Raju accuses Kejriwal of direct involvement and kickback demands. Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi argues against the arrest, questioning the evidence.

Indian opposition leaders, including Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar, and Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav, condemn the arrest of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal over corruption allegations related to alcohol policy. They assert it as a threat to democracy. BJP denies political motives. Kejriwal's detention sparks outcry ahead of elections, with opposition leaders alleging BJP's abuse of power. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin denounce the arrest as part of BJP's attempt to silence opposition.