Politics

Key contenders who missed out on CM of Delhi post

While Atishi's role is seen as a consolidation of these priorities, it's worth noting that several capable contenders could have been considered for replacing Kejriwal, highlighting the depth of talent within the party.

Meet Atishi, Delhi’s new CM who dropped her surname

NEW DELHI: Atishi will be taking over as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, following the resignation of incumbent CM Arvind Kejriwal. The decision was announced on Tuesday after Kejriwal proposed Atishi’s name as his successor during a meeting with the party’s legislators. Kejriwal, who has been at the helm of Delhi’s government since 2013, […]

Senior AAP leaders pay tribute to Sitaram Yechury

NEW DELHI: Senior Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders Manish Sisodia and Sanjay Singh paid their final respects to former CPI(M) General Secretary Sitaram Yechury on Saturday at the CPI(M) office in Delhi, where Yechury’s mortal remains were kept. Honouring him as a towering figure in Indian politics, the AAP leaders expressed their grief, acknowledging the […]

Arvind Kejriwal visits Hanuman Mandir, meets Sanghvi day after receiving bail

NEW DELHI: After being granted bail and spending five months in jail over the controversial case, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made his first public appearance on Saturday, visiting the Prachin Hanuman Mandir in Connaught Place. Accompanied by his wife, Sunita Kejriwal, the Chief Minister sought blessings from Lord Bajrang Bali, marking a pivotal moment in […]

Sitaram Yechury, one of the pillars of CPI(M), pivot of Left-Cong-led UPA passes away at 72

Yechury had been undergoing treatment at AIIMS, Delhi, where he was admitted to the ICU for a severe respiratory tract infection. His health had been deteriorating, and in recent days, he had been placed on respiratory support.