Aam Aadmi Party
Coverage of Aam Aadmi Party in the Nexus archive.
- Two decades of mass protests in India
India has experienced mass protests over two decades, including youth-led demands for an education minister's resignation due to exam paper leaks, anti-corruption movements, protests against a controversial citizenship law, and farmer demonstrations against agricultural reforms. Major events include the 2011 anti-corruption hunger strikes, 2012 protests over a gang-rape case, and 2019-2020 rallies linked to the Citizenship Amendment Act and farm laws.
- Tahir Hussain, four others convicted in IB staff Ankit Sharma murder case
Tahir Hussain and four others were convicted for the murder of IB staff Ankit Sharma, along with charges of kidnapping, rioting with deadly weapons, and other serious offenses. They were acquitted of charges related to criminal conspiracy and abetment of mutiny.
- Kejriwal writes to 29 car makers on E20 fuel, seeks response on mileage impact
Arvind Kejriwal, AAP national convenor, wrote to 29 car manufacturers including Maruti Suzuki India Limited, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, and Hero MotoCorp, seeking responses on the impact of E20 fuel on vehicle mileage. The letter references recent statements about E20 fuel usage.
- Political parties, Independent MP write to CJI on SIR, role of ECI
Political parties, including Trinamool and Aam Aadmi Party, along with DMK and Independent MP Kapil Sibal, have written to the Chief Justice of India (CJI) regarding SIR and the role of the Election Commission of India (ECI). Trinamool leader Derek O’Brien mentioned that the letter was signed by these entities.
- AAP under fire over CM sacrilege video row
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) faces criticism over a sacrilege video controversy involving Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. The Akal Takht has maintained its stance, and the Opposition is increasing pressure on the government.
- Two arrested in Gurugram over ‘forged reports’ in Punjab CM Mann video row
Two individuals were arrested in Gurugram for allegedly forging reports related to a video controversy involving Punjab Chief Minister Mann. Punjab leaders, including the Aam Aadmi Party, defended independent forensic reports, while the Akal Takht denounced the alleged forgery as a serious issue and urged Haryana Police to investigate fully.
- AAP claims forensic tests cleared Punjab CM Mann in sacrilege video row
The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) claims forensic tests have cleared Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann in a sacrilege video controversy. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has challenged Mann to undergo a lie detector test.
- Watch: The multi cornered fight for Punjab | Talking Politics
Punjab is set to hold polls next year along with other states, prompting increased political activity. The article examines changes since 2022 and whether the novelty of the ruling Aam Aadmi Party has faded. The Hindu’s Punjab correspondent, Vikas Vasudeva, provides analysis.
- INDIA bloc only a figment of imagination, lacks conviction on ground: BJP
The BJP criticizes the INDIA bloc as an imaginary entity lacking conviction, while the Aam Aadmi Party questions Congress' motives in forming alliances with regional parties.
- India's 'Cockroach Party' chief flies to New Delhi for protest
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of India's satirical Cockroach People’s Party (CJP), is returning to New Delhi to lead a peaceful protest against the education minister. The parody party, created in response to a chief justice's remarks calling government critics 'cockroaches,' has gained over 22 million Instagram followers and seeks Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation over examination irregularities.