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Education reformer, Rhodes Scholar’s Road to lead Delhi

NEW DELHI:  Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Atishi is set to take over as Delhi’s Chief Minister following Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation. The decision, finalized during a meeting of AAP legislators on Tuesday, marks a major leadership shift within the party. At 43, Atishi currently oversees the Education and Public Works Department portfolios in the Delhi […]

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, […]

Delhi elderly receive long-stalled pensions after Arvind Kejriwal’s persistent efforts: Atishi

NEW DELHI: After a five-month halt, the long-awaited old age pensions for nearly 1 lakh elderly residents of Delhi have been restored. The central government had withheld the pension funds for months, causing significant distress among the elderly population. Delhi Finance Minister Atishi announced the restoration of the pensions during a press conference, stating that […]

AAP Government Prepares for Kanwariyas With 185 Camps Set Up in Delhi

AAP Revenue Minister Atishi announced in a press conference that, the Kejriwal government is fully prepared to welcome Kanwariyas in Delhi. She added that, this year they have set up 185 Kanwar camps across the city. She also informed that these camps would provide high-quality waterproof tents, medical facilities, clean water, toilets, and furniture.  

Delhi government gears up for Kanwariya season with 185 camps set up

NEW DELHI: The Kejriwal government is leaving no stone unturned to welcome Kanwariyas in Delhi this year. Revenue Minister Atishi in a press release announced that 185 Kanwar camps are being set up across the city, ensuring the best possible facilities for the devotees. These camps will be equipped with high-quality waterproof tents, medical facilities, […]

Akhilesh Yadav, Brinda Karat visits hospitalised Delhi water minister Atishi

NEW DELHI: Samajwadi Party (SP) National President Akhilesh Yadav and senior CPI (M) leader Brinda Karat visited Delhi Water Minister Atishi at LNJP Hospital on Wednesday morning, where she was admitted after her health deteriorated during the ‘Jal Satyagraha’ Both leaders inquired about Atishi’s condition and praised her bravery and commitment to fighting for the […]

AAP blames BJP for vandalizing Delhi Jal Board office amid water crisis protest

Earlier in the day, the BJP staged a Matka Phod Protest against the AAP government over the water crisis. The protest was held at the DJB office. Later, it was reported that a DJB office in Chhatarpur was vandalized by unknown persons. AAP has now blamed the BJP workers for the vandalism.

Supreme court orders Haryana to ensure Delhi’s water supply

In a significant relief for Delhi residents, the Supreme Court on Thursday directed Haryana to ensure the smooth flow of surplus water released by Himachal Pradesh to alleviate Delhi's severe water crisis.

Delhi Court summons AAP leader Atishi in defamation case

NEW DELHI: Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi has been summoned by Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court on Tuesday. The summons comes regarding a defamation case filed by Delhi BJP media head Praveen Shankar Kapoor. The court has asked Atishi to appear on 29 May in the court. The notice comes after earlier this year Delhi’s Education […]

Goa Court dismisses FIR against Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal

In a significant development, the Mapusa Court in Goa has dismissed an FIR lodged against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. The FIR was related to Kejriwal's controversial statement during the 2017 Goa elections, where he asked voters to "Take money from everyone and vote for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)".