Facing its first major setback, the Aam Aadmi Party in Delhi under Arvind Kejriwal lost to BJP, securing only 23 out of 70 seats. Major former allies such as Swati Maliwal, Kailash Gehlot, Kapil Mishra, and Alka Lamba, whose departures highlighted internal conflicts, are pivotal in Kejriwal’s reflections.
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India saw a rise in auto fuel and electricity consumption in December, driven by farm sector demand, holiday travel, and colder weather. Diesel and petrol sales increased annually, though they dipped slightly compared to November. Jet fuel sales also grew, while LPG consumption soared due to festive cooking. Electricity usage surged with peak power demand reaching over 224 GW.
Congress will inaugurate its new headquarters, Indira Gandhi Bhawan, on Jan 15 in Delhi. Sonia Gandhi will officiate the ceremony, accompanied by party leaders Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi. The new office, featuring modern facilities, will address the party's evolving needs while retaining its historic Akbar Road base for some cells.
The Supreme Court expressed reluctance to entertain a petition challenging the Allahabad High Court's order to consolidate 15 Hindu-side suits regarding the Mathura Shahi Idgah mosque site. The SC suggested that consolidation would streamline the process and benefit all parties, questioning the need for separate suits.
Opposition parties in Maharashtra have criticized the state government for failing to maintain law and order after violence erupted in Nagpur. They accuse the administration and ministers of inciting tensions with provocative speeches to divert attention from key issues like inflation and farmers' distress.
The Supreme Court of India declined to entertain a PIL challenging the TDS system under the Income Tax Act. Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar suggested the petitioner move to the Delhi High Court, emphasizing that TDS is a standard practice globally.
A dispute over alleged incessant honking on Kolkata's Vidyasagar Setu escalated into a heated confrontation between Bengal IT minister Babul Supriyo and BJP MP Abhijit Gangopadhyay, causing a 20-minute traffic snarl. Supriyo claimed that Gangopadhyay used inappropriate language, while Gangopadhyay accused Supriyo of blocking his car and abusing his driver.
Exit polls forecast a BJP victory in Delhi after 27 years, sparking reactions from political leaders. Congress' Sandeep Dikshit and AAP leaders dismiss the predictions, citing AAP's resilience. Leaders argue exit polls underestimate their support, pointing to past inaccuracies. Poll predictions vary, with some projecting BJP wins but others showing AAP or close contests. Results on February 8.
Senior Congress MLA B R Patil has resigned as Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah's political adviser, citing dissatisfaction with the current party scenario. Patil, a long-time loyalist, previously sought a ministerial position but faced resistance within his district, leading to his advisory role instead.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat called the consecration of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya Bharat’s true independence. The grand ceremony was led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2024. Bhagwat highlighted the significance of the event as a symbol of national pride and cultural resurgence. Champat Rai received the National Devi Ahilya Award for his role in the temple's construction.